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THE GOOD LIFE The Hills has it all: affordable housing, green space, leisure activities and a great lifestyle
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A PLACE TO CALL HOME Offering top-rate masterplanned communities and facilities, Box Hill is a high-growth area
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LAP OF LUXURY If you’re in need of custom home design ideas, explore the displays at HomeQuest Kellyville
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CASE STUDY: MCDONALD JONES With its flexible floor plan, this home will adapt as your family’s needs change over the years
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CASE STUDY: CLARENDON HOMES A comfortable Hamptons-style acreage home squarely aimed at large and growing families
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CASE STUDY: TEMPO LIVING Functional, stylish and affordable, this abode is designed to see your family well into the future
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THE A-TEAM Turn your dream abode in The Hills into reality with these highly experienced home builders
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T he good life With its family-friendly lifestyle, great transport links and diverse housing options, The Hills has everything you need to live well Words: Karen Booth
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he Hills district has a great deal to recommend it. To begin with, there’s the diverse housing options. You can build or buy a freestanding home in a masterplanned community, go down the knockdown-rebuild route, choose a townhome or opt for apartment living. You also have a choice of lifestyles — you can select a semi-rural property in a small town, a sprawling acreage, a large family home in a new suburb or, if it’s time to downsize, a medium-density development that’s handy to shops, cafes and transport. Then there’s the wide range of facilities, with top-notch schools, medical services, business opportunities and a whole lot more within easy reach. And, of course, we can’t forget the recently improved transport links. The lifestyle benefits are an integral part of the package — the sense of community, cultural opportunities, recreational pursuits, entertainment venues, sports fields, green spaces, dining and shopping. Some of these things are well established, some are currently in development and others are on the horizon but once complete, will taking living in the Hills Shire to a whole new level.
Artist’s impression of the first stage of the Castle Towers upgrade.
The Hills district offers diverse housing opportunities and a full range of family facilities.
GETTING AROUND This is an area that is well located to other hubs so you can live in The Hills and easily commute to work — or go shopping — outside the district. You can drive from Norwest Business Park to Sydney’s CBD in approximately 30 minutes and to Parramatta in around 20 minutes. With the arrival of the Sydney Metro Northwest rail link, and the significant residential and employment growth occurring around the railway stations, even more people are proving keen to call The Hills home. The rail link really is transforming the way people commute to CBD jobs and how they move around within The Hills. To cater for the expected residential growth, The Hills Shire Council is working towards balanced urban growth and desirable housing, all while maintaining a thriving community. It’s estimated that by 2031, more than 250,000 people will be living in The Hills. At present, couples with children are the largest sector of Hills residents at just over 52 per cent with the forecast being that the area will remain a predominantly family-friendly region well into the future. As a result, the Council has made the provision of familyfriendly precincts and open spaces a planning priority.
SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP When it comes to shopping, residents are spoilt for choice, with local shopping centres such as North Kellyville Square, as well as larger retail hubs such as Rouse Hill Town and Castle Towers. In
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Artist’s impression of the proposed Castle Hill Showground upgrade.
Artist’s impression of the Castle Showground Station Precinct masterplan.
fact, Castle Towers has been getting a revamp and is well on its way to becoming more than the district’s leading shopping centre. Once QICGRE’s $180 million transformation is complete, it will be a major commercial, retail and lifestyle hub. The first phase, which got underway in 2019, involved the creation of a pedestrian underpass connecting the shopping centre to the concourse of Castle Hill train station, the new rail interchange for the Metro Northwest rail link. This makes it the only shopping centre to directly connect with the Northwest line. An essential element of this initial phase is a new cross-functional underground mall. One side of the mall is given over to a food court featuring a mix of category-leading Gen Z-friendly brands and new food and beverage operators offering health-conscious options. A fresh food marketplace forms the heart of the mall.
TAKE IT OUTSIDE The Hills offers plenty of outdoor activities and places where you can enjoy nature. There are more than 320 parks and reserves in both urban and rural locations, skate parks, on-and-off road cycle ways, bushwalking trails, dog off-leash areas, formal gardens, sporting facilities and family-friendly barbecue areas. One of the most popular parks is Castle Hill Heritage Park. In 1801, it was the first Government Farm and in 1804, it was the staging point for Australia’s first convict rebellion. Today it offers 20 hectares of landscaped hills and remnant Blue Gum forest along with picnic areas, a playground and easy walking tracks. If you feel like exploring more of The Hills and getting in touch with
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feature | lifestyle benefits Artist’s impression of the soon-to-be completed Moda the Hills in Kellyville.
Another fun activity for the family — and a highlight for locals each summer — is the Sydney Hills Outdoor Cinema. It usually runs from mid-January to mid-February, the venue is Castle Hill Showground and the program is filled with blockbusters from a variety of genres. For the adults, there are plenty of clubs, including Castle Hill RSL, offering entertainment and dining as well as sporting and fitness activities. And there are myriad smaller clubs, such as Pennant Hills Bowling Club and Baulkham Hills Sports Club that are popular gathering points for locals. For something grander, just a short drive outside of the Hills district will get you to West HQ, home to the new Sydney Coliseum Theatre, restaurants, Rooty Hill RSL and a whole lot more.
Artist’s impression of the new Rouse Hill Hospital, to be built close to Rouse Hill Town Centre.
COMMUNITY UPGRADES One major project that will benefit the community is the Castle Hill Showground upgrade planned by The Hills Shire Council. With the advent of the Metro Northwest and the opening last year of the underground Castle Hill station at the showground, plans are in place to develop a residential hub and a bustling new town centre with shops, cafes and open space around the station. As a result of this, Castle Hill is set for a period of rapid growth. Council wants the showground — which spans 15 hectares and features a dog arena, trotting track, buildings and grassed areas — to become a renowned recreational hub that can support a variety of cultural, sporting and leisure precincts well into the future. The plan is to develop a facility that caters for cultural activities, passive recreation and leisure, performing arts, major events and community events. Locals are also awaiting the completion of works at the Council-owned Waves Fitness and Aquatic Centre in Baulkham Hills. It is currently undergoing a major makeover which will turn it into a more modern facility capable of catering to the rapidly growing community’s projected needs. Work on the project began this year.
nature in a very real way, The Hills Shire Council has a free bushwalking program. Walks are conducted in various locations, including the Fred Caterson Reserve, Castle Hill and Bidjigal Reserve, Baulkham Hills. For those who love adventure of a different kind, The Hills Shire Council provides a number of skate parks but the largest is Balcombe Heights Reserve Skate Park in Baulkham Hills. Most suited to advanced skaters, it has fun boxes, grind rails and pre-cast quarter pipes.
THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT For those looking for entertainment the whole clan can enjoy, there is a year-round calendar of regular family-friendly events. The Orange Blossom Festival is just one example. This is a month-long festival that usually kicks off in August each year and offers a program of events and activities for young and old.
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feature | lifestyle benefits ON THE HORIZON
Artist’s impression of the proposed new hi-tech Norwest City Centre.
Changes are also proposed for Norwest Business Park with the creation of a ‘Smart City’ chief among them. The Norwest City proposal is for a “15 minute city” providing accessibility and convenience to between 15,000 and 20,000 residents within a 1.5km radius. The proposed new town centre would include the development of nine multi-storey buildings, including a 21-storey, 131-apartment complex and the Librarium, a community building with education outreach facilities and resources for small business. New homes will also be part of the recently revealed Castle Showground Station Precinct masterplan. A syndicate of private owners and corporate stakeholders plan to build 3600 new dwellings on the ninehectare site, with 360 apartments to be earmarked as affordable housing. To provide world-class medical care for current and future residents, plans are also underway for the new Rouse Hill Hospital which will be built close the Rouse Hill Town Centre and the new Rouse Hill metro station, ensuring ease of access for staff and the community. So, as you can see, The Hills has all your needs covered.
Artist’s impression of Essentia in Baulkham Hills, a luxury townhome development.
Artist’s impression of the revamped Waves Fitness & Aquatic Centre.
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A place to call home Box Hill offers families at every stage of life the chance to enjoy a higher standard of living and a prosperous future Words: Karen Booth
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f you want proof of the rapid growth currently being experienced in the Hills district, there is no better example than what’s been happening in Box Hill — and what’s still to come. As the district continues to grow, new town centres are being planned and the Box Hill Town Centre is the newest mixed-use precinct to be launched. A multi-million dollar development, the Box Hill Town Centre will be home to more than 4000 families, which equates to in excess of 30,000 people. The masterplan for this mini metropolis, which will adjoin The Gables and Hills of Carmel housing developments, features 40 hectares of open space for residents and a four-hectare artificial lake which will form the centrepiece of the new township. The much-anticipated town centre will also have close to 700 apartments and 35 retailers, including a full-line supermarket, a fresh food market, dine-in and take-away food outlets, as well as essential services such as medical, pharmacy and service retailers. Box Hill Town Centre will be constructed by the Sydney-based developer Toplace, the same company behind the Skyview luxury apartment project in Castle Hill, and will be developed on Mason Road and Terry Road. Box Hill is also a very well connected location with easy access to Windsor Road and the Sydney CBD via the Hills M2 Motorway. For those who prefer not to drive, the nearby Rouse Hill train station can get you to the CBD in under an hour. For when shopping is on the agenda, Rouse Hill Town Centre is close by.
Throughout the Hills district there are multiple masterplanned communities under construction with others still on the drawing board — several of them are in Box Hill. To start with there is Celestino Development’s The Gables. Covering 293 hectares, it is the district’s largest masterplanned community and close to Rouse Hill Town Centre and Rouse Hill and Tallawong Road metro stations. The masterplan includes 75 hectares of green space and local parks, a four-hectare lake, a K-12 Catholic school, and a variety of land parcels, from townhomes to lots ranging from 240sqm to 2000sqm. Earlier this year, Stockland acquired the undeveloped portion of The Artist’s impression of the proposed The Hills of Carmel shopping centre.
Artist’s impression of The Hills of Carmel, a masterplanned estate.
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feature | box hill Gables and plans to deliver approximately 1900 dwellings over the life of the project, adding to the 994 already delivered by Celestino. Then there are two Goldmate developments — The Orchard and Albert Park — which are new estates. Set in the midst of park-like surrounds, Albert Park offers an array of house and land packages with lots ranging in size from 268sqm to 425sqm. Stage one is sold and stages two and three are currently selling. The Orchard is selling completed turnkey homes for those who like the idea of simply moving straight in. The Hills of Carmel Estate, a 2200-lot masterplanned development, features two sports fields, open space for residents to enjoy, a riparian corridor and a recently launched display village, HomeWorld Box Hill. Future developments include a shopping centre and school. Also adding to the list of new estates is Box Hill Heights, a boutique development with 190 lots ranging from 300sqm to 560sqm, and High Grove at Box Hill.
Artist’s impression of a riparian corridor planned for The Gables.
Artist’s impression of the proposed Gables Town Centre in Box Hill.
HIGHER LIVING Offering affordability and accessibility, High Grove at Box Hill, developed by Clarendon Homes, is one of the newest masterplanned communities in the Hills district. Not only does it provide house and land packages across a wide range of price points as well as completed homes, it offers families a high quality of living within a carefully planned community-focused environment Upon completion, High Grove will have more than 300 homes, both single-storey and double-storey. The land is being released in stages, with stage six now selling and further releases to come. Residents will enjoy beautiful
Eden Brae’s single-storey Midland 23, on display at HomeWorld Box Hill.
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feature | box hill The Zepel 25 from Thrive Homes, on display at HomeWorld Box Hill.
streetscapes, homes that have are ideally suited to each block and aspect along with ample opportunities to embrace a healthy, active lifestyle. At the heart of the High Grove development will be an expansive 8550sqm multi-purpose community park. Designed as a safe and welcoming centralised meeting place for all residents, as well as a space to encourage fun and fitness, construction is already underway. When finished, the facilities will include large open lawn areas with a level zone for play, a bicycle loop track, a children’s play area including swings, and a structure with a variety of activities — such as climbing, sliding and balancing — for a range of ages. Designed to offer future residents a variety of entry points, High Grove has lots ranging in size from 334sqm to 2700sqm with rural lots also available. The selection of home designs on offer has been carefully curated and future residents have a choice of three-, four- and fivebedroom freestanding homes, all beautifully designed and built by Clarendon Homes or Domaine Homes (a company established by Clarendon’s founder).
NEW DISPLAY VILLAGE A new display village, HomeWorld Box Hill, opened this year within The Hills of Carmel estate. Still under development, it will have 110 display homes from 36 builders once completed. Several displays have already opened for viewing with many of the state’s leading builders, such as McDonald Jones, represented. At present, McDonald Jones’ singlestorey, four-bedroom Miami 16 is open. In the near future,
Eden Brae’s Waldorf 44 MK2, now on display at HomeWorld Box Hill.
Artist’s impression of the Box Hill Town Centre proposed by Toplace.
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feature | box hill The site of Box Hill Heights, a 190lot community in the Hills district.
McDonald Jones will also add the Lancaster 31 and Saxonvale 33, both five-bedroom, two-storey homes. Eden Brae Homes currently has five new display homes in the village, a mix of single- and double-storey. These range from the single-storey, four-bedroom Midland 23, designed for narrow lots, to the large and luxurious two-storey Waldorf 44 MK2 in which each of the four bedrooms has its own ensuite. Thrive Homes has three displays — the single-storey Vibe 21 and Sienna 22, both featuring four bedrooms, plus the double-storey, five-bedroom Zepel 25. These homes are aimed at first home buyers and investors. Clarendon Homes currently has one home open at HomeWorld Box Hill, the Bowral 48. This is a stylish single-storey acreage home suited for large blocks and growing families. You might also like to check out Clarendon Homes’ Display Centre in the High Grove estate. You can view the two-storey, four-bedroom Sherwood 43, an intelligently designed split-level home with traditional features that’s ideally suited to sloping blocks, or the two-storey Ferndale 34, which also offers four bedrooms. For those looking for a single-storey fourbedroom home, there is the Dalkeith 29. The opening of HomeWorld Box Hill is more than an an indication of what a home building mecca Box Hill has become, it speaks to the pulling power of the Hills district.
Now open for viewing at HomeWorld Box Hill, Eden Brae’s Bristol 30.
High Grove by Clarendon Homes is a premier community in Box Hill.
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Lap of luxury Looking for something upscale? Head out to HomeQuest Kellyville The Aurora by Buildcraft Constructions.
Madison 50 by Bardane Homes.
The Elanora by Elandra Homes.
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isplay villages are an invaluable resource for anyone looking to build a new home. For those seeking a custombuilt home, there is HomeQuest Kellyville. Known as Sydney’s luxury display village, HomeQuest features 11 premier displays from some of the state’s leading builders. The homes, located on Bruhn Circuit and Butler Avenue, Kellyville, showcase bespoke home designs, quality craftsmanship and innovation, allowing you to see the quality of home that can be yours if you choose to build in the Hills district. For more information, visit homequest.com.au.
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Chillagoe 46 by Horizon Homes.
The Aurora is a contemporary two-storey home built to suit the needs of the modern family. It is a forward-thinking design that has family living, integration and adaptability as a key focus. It sits perfectly on its corner site maximising natural light and providing environmental benefits through simple but effective design. buildcraft.com.au
MADISON 50 Suited to a family of five, the Madison 50 is spacious, light-filled and comfortable, has good indoor-outdoor flow and an open-plan layout. The facade provides clean lines through the use of parapets and a flat skillion roof. The facade is further enhanced by large privacy screens that offer architectural styling and practicality. bardane.com.au
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The Platinum by Young Homes.
Aria from Construction by Design.
THE ELANORA Perfectly suited for a large or growing family, The Elanora boasts four bedrooms, three with raked ceilings. It also features a games room, theatre room, fully integrated study area, formal lounge and dining spaces, a large kitchen and walk-in pantry as well as bifold doors opening to an outdoor living and barbecue area. elandrahomes.com.au
THE ENVY An airy home with a flowing floor plan, The Envy features a soaring 3800mm-high ceiling in the rear family room. The rear of the home also features a gourmet kitchen with walk-in scullery, a living area and access to an outdoor entertaining area. The first-floor bedrooms are all double sizes with plenty of robe space. roselea.com.au
ARIA Aria is an award-winning home with an emphasis on natural light, open spaces and clever planning. There is a luxurious master bedroom wing, three secondary bedrooms and leisure space upstairs. Downstairs has a self-contained guest bedroom, formal and informal living areas as well as a modern open-plan kitchen. constructionbydesign.com.au
CHILLAGOE 46
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The four-bedroom Chillagoe 46 exudes quality, from the Axolotyl zinc, copper and bronze-finished entrance to the rear alfresco terrace. The design is for contemporary living with indoor and outdoor spaces maximising natural light. The open-plan entertainer’s kitchen, with separate pantry, is the hub of the home. horizonhomes.com.au
The Platinum’s entry foyer is a picture of elegance, as is the stunning staircase, study and formal lounge and dining areas located at the front of the home. To the rear is a rumpus room, living area and gourmet kitchen. Upstairs there are four large bedrooms and a curved galley leading to an elegant sitting room. younghomes.com.au
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nique, elegant and an enduring favourite with families seeking long-term flexibility, the Miami 16 provides a level of luxury you’d usually expect from a bespoke home. “The architecturally considered use of space, combined with the resort-style ambience, creates a home of undeniable appeal,” says Nathan Klein, Sales Manager for McDonald Jones. “The Miami 16 truly takes luxury to another level but at an affordable price, which means the home you always imagined was only a dream can now be your reality.” While this is a luxury home, it was designed with families very firmly in mind. Explains Nathan, “With the front of the Miami entirely dedicated to a kids’ wing, this home makes perfect sense for families. Three generous bedrooms, a bathroom with a separate WC, a study nook and children’s activity make up this expansive area — a space where the kids can kick off their shoes and chill, socialise with friends or study.
“In the meantime, mum and dad can revel in the silence at the other end of the home where the large master suite is located. This parents’ retreat boasts a huge walk-in robe and an architecturallydesigned ensuite with Nathan Klein his-and-hers vanities, a Sales Manager, freestanding bath and a McDonald Jones two-metre shower.” With the Miami 16 you also have the option of an alfresco cabana off the master suite, an option you can see first-hand at the new display home in Box Hill in Sydney’s North West. “The display home is all about the living area to the rear and the master suite opening onto the alfresco, but if privacy is more your thing, try moving the glass
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Designed for the way you want to live, this refined family home offers a touch of glamour and endless flexibility
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EXPERT TIP: For families with older children, choosing a home where the kids’ zone is at the front and the master suite is at the back offers parents peace and privacy. stacker doors on the master to the rear wall to create a very private courtyard off the back of the home,” says Nathan. For those who love to entertain, the designer chef’s kitchen is a delight. It offers incredible storage, generous benchtops and a butler’s pantry, making it the perfect place to cater for parties or cook smaller, casual family meals. What’s more, its central location in the large family/living and dining space, which opens out to the alfresco cabana, means the chef is always part of the action. The kitchen is a picture of contemporary design. This can be seen in the window splashback, Caesarstone Statuario Maximus benchtops, Polytec Molong cabinetry in Blossom White Satin, Kethy brass horizontal-edge pull handles, and Fischer & Paykel appliances, including an integrated dishwasher and refrigerator.
Throughout, from the home theatre to the bathrooms, great care was given to the selection of materials and fittings to create an aura of opulence. This is evident in the enchanting herringbone flooring in the main living area, the use of brushed gold features (from tapware to light fittings) and the lavish gold-veined ensuite tiles. The opulence extends to the display home’s Ballarat facade. “New to McDonald Jones, the facade boasts an elegant feature wall which creates a spectacularly stylish street presence of golden hues set against pearl white marble,” adds Nathan. “Suited to any location — the serene countryside, glittering coast or sprawling suburbia — the Miami 16, with its flowing floor plan and undeniable street appeal, creates the perfect canvas for everyday life.”
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Location of home: 14 Gittel Street, Box Hill NSW 2765 Name of design: Miami 16 with Ballarat facade Time taken to build: 24 weeks Year completed: 2020
Size of home: 296.42sqm Size of land: 516sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Floors: 1
MCDONALD JONES
22 build home
Address: Level 4, 62 Norwest Boulevard, Norwest NSW 2153 Phone: 1300 555 382 Website: mcdonaldjoneshomes.com.au
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splashback of white basketweave tiles, black highlight pendants and dark joinery. Fusing classic Hamptons and modern country styles, the kitchen also features an island bench topped in Quantum Quartz Calacutta and Shaker-style Polytec Nicholas Boliantis Oberon profile panelled Senior Architect and Designer, cabinet doors. Clarendon Homes The spacious butler’s pantry is the kitchen’s special secret ingredient, adding storage and preparation space, and for the sommelier in the family, there is an adjoining wine cellar. “The entry foyer sets the tone,” says Nicholas. “Wall sconces create subtle lighting and there are thoughtfully zoned areas to each side of the hallway with coffered ceilings and V-Joint
he four-bedroom Bowral 48 is a home of timeless appeal. Hamptons inspired with a contemporary country twist, this single-level acreage abode brings traditional design into the 21st century to provide a home that is ideal for entertaining and the laid-back Australian lifestyle. “Just as well suited to a growing family as it is an older couple looking for a home to retire in, the Bowral 48 features expansive spaces for living and entertaining, including a home theatre, a children’s activity area, a sitting room/den and an attic that doubles as a multipurpose area,” says Nicholas Boliantis, Senior Architect and Designer for Clarendon Homes. “Beautifully orientated with views out to the rear garden, the centrally-located kitchen is nestled next to a casual living room with a raked ceiling and a dining space, both of which are open-plan and of generous size. These spaces flow out to an outdoor living area defined by a full-width verandah.” The kitchen is a design delight with its recessed ceiling,
24 build home
Photography: Maree Homer
This home has all the Hamptons hallmarks, such as simple, classic lines, and an interior styled for refined rural living
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EXPERT TIP: If you’re looking for an acreage home that combines classical lines and timeless elegance with relaxed country living, a Hamptons-inspired design is ideal. “Offering families maximum flexibility, there is a roomy attic which is accessed via a Hamptons-style staircase with classic black treads, white risers and a turned timber hand rail,” adds Nicholas. “The attic brings another dimension to the home and is a versatile space that could be used as a studio, guest bedroom or an extra living area.” The attic also features dormer windows which bring in natural light while adding to the character and street appeal of the Hamptons-inspired facade. Says Nicholas, “For the exterior we used a palette of soft-grey and white as well as low-maintenance James Hardie Linea cladding to replicate the classic Hamptons weatherboard look.” From outside to in, this country Hamptons home is defined by refined lines and a warm, sophisticated colour palette that produce a timeless look with a relaxed feel.
panelling. The chair rail that starts in the foyer also flows throughout the home, creating a classic Hamptons backdrop. “This stylistic approach is especially evident in the living room which boasts a luxurious travertine-clad fireplace, floorto-ceiling windows, a large pendant light of traditional design and the traditional chair rail panelling.” The master suite is located in the home’s left wing. It features an impressive ensuite and large walk-in robe/dressing room. The luxe ensuite has a freestanding bath, floor-toceiling polished porcelain tiles, a double-bowl vanity and mirror, black tapware and accessories, and a separate toilet. One of the secondary bedrooms is located at the front of the home and has its own ensuite, making it ideal for guests. The other two bedrooms are located to the rear of the home on either side of the children’s activity area.
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Location of home: HomeWorld Box Hill, 180 Old Pitt Town Road, Box Hill NSW 2765 Name of design: Bowral 48 Year completed: 2020
Size of home: 450.2sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.5 Floors: 1.5
CLARENDON HOMES
26 build home
Phone: 13 63 93 Website: clarendon.com.au
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lazy Sunday morning with a coffee while reading a book. A water feature adds to the ambience while the outdoor couches beckon, inviting you to take an afternoon nap. “The breezy open-plan layout is ideal for modern living, with seamless Martin Apap flooring progressions Founder, and subtle wall tones Tempo Living contributing to the laidback atmosphere,” adds Martin. Inter-generational living is catered for with a downstairs bedroom and ensuite that can also function as a powder room. Perfect for an overnight stay for the in-laws or a handy home office option should it be required, your unique lifestyle requirements have been considered. “Upstairs is all about space and functionality,” says Martin. “Four large bedrooms, including a generously
ocated in Sydney’s North West, Tempo Living’s newest display home has been inspired by a simple design philosophy: functional living, quality inclusions and affordable pricing. “A spacious and light-filled entry greets you upon arrival, opening into a large living area that is embraced by a contemporary kitchen — this forms the heart of the home,” says Martin Apap, the founder of Tempo Living. “The kitchen, featuring meticulously crafted cabinetry, is augmented with an adjacent meals area that has plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy, while a butler’s pantry with additional sink and oven provides the opportunity for you to create that culinary masterpiece you have always dreamed about.” Stainless steel kitchen appliances, soft-close accessories, a stone benchtop and architectural hardware further enhance the kitchen and complement the luxury finishes found throughout the home. The living room is a fantastic space in which to enjoy some precious family time as it effortlessly transitions into the alfresco, the perfect area for entertaining or relaxing on a
28 build home
Photography: Adam Brown, Elevate Photography
Of innovative design and offering endless functionality, this affordable home will see you through the years to come
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EXPERT TIP: For an easy indoor-outdoor transition, ensure the flooring progresses seamlessly and for a relaxed ambience inside the home, use subtle wall tones. striking home has been built to make an impression. Tempo Living is Australia’s newest, most experienced builder. Led by a team that has a proven reputation for creating innovative designs and delivering quality construction going back more than 35 years, Tempo Living has the resources and experience to ensure that your new home will become a memorable building experience. Tempo Living is committed to implementing sustainable, GreenSmart options and technology into every home it builds. From solar passive design to intelligent automation options and water harvesting, you can be sure that your new Tempo Living home is considerate of the environment and sustainable for future generations. You can find out more about Tempo Living’s Site Start Guarantees and Move in Ready pricing by visiting the website or making an appointment to view the display home, featured here, at Schofields. As Martin says, “Your future is here with Tempo Living. It’s your home, it’s your life.”
sized main, harmoniously integrate with a family room and study area. The main bathroom features a huge shower and custom cabinetry with a stone benchtop, complemented by a large freestanding bath. “Ample storage space has been provided with a walk-in linen cupboard and robes to all four bedrooms. The main bedroom boasts a walk-in robe with plenty of hanging space and drawer sets. The master ensuite continues the theme of open, functional space and ensures things remain sophisticated with an infusion of funky matt black tapware and fixtures.” The Tempo Living interior design team has paid close attention to detail to ensure that the inclusions and furnishings are cohesive throughout, while also providing some eclectic touches. The facade treatment of the home is distinctly layered with timeless masonry brickwork and tactile cladding, while the contemporary theme continues with the glazing elements. Inspired, functional and affordable — this
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Location of home: 27 Lockheed Drive, Schofields NSW 2762 Time taken to build: 30 weeks Year completed: 2020
Size of home: 258sqm Size of land: 280sqm Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Floors: 2
Address: 27 Lockheed Drive, Schofields NSW 2762 Phone: 1800 083 676 Website: tempohomes.com
30 build home
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The A-Team You can make your new dream home in The Hills a reality with these highly experienced and professional home builders MCDONALD JONES McDonald Jones has built its success on the belief that the bestdesigned homes bring out the best in the people who live in them. That a home with flow enables families to go about their day-today lives in welcoming spaces where it’s easy and harmonious to come together, and just as easy to find privacy and retreat. It’s this belief that makes a McDonald Jones home so special. For more than 30 years, the company has been building beautiful, architecturally designed houses across NSW and the ACT. As one of Australia’s leading builders, McDonald Jones prides itself on its affordable, award-winning homes, with an ever-expanding suite of single- and double-storey homes suitable for the whole spectrum of budgets, lot sizes and lifestyles. From the coast to the country, the suburbs to the inner-city, McDonald Jones is bringing dream homes to life. Visit one of their 66 stunning display homes in 25 locations across NSW and the ACT and find yourself at home in a McDonald Jones home. Head office: Level 4, 62 Norwest Boulevard, Norwest NSW 2153 Phone: 1300 555 382 Website: mcdonaldjoneshomes.com.au
32 build home
builder profiles CLARENDON HOMES When you build a home with Clarendon, you’re investing in a long history of exceptional service, design and construction. For over 40 years, Clarendon has been a trusted builder, building quality homes for everyday Australian families across NSW and Queensland, many of whom come back time after time. Like every family, Clarendon’s homes come in all shapes and sizes and you have a choice of more than 50 home designs (single-storey, double-storey, granny flat and duplex), as well as multiple facade options and interior inclusions. Clarendon’s collections are tailored to different lifestyles and budgets, from the luxurious new Argyle Collection to the ranch-style homes of the Big Living Collection and the Urban Range featuring cleverly designed homes for narrower lots. The company also offers house and land packages in sought-after locations and is a knockdown-rebuild specialist. Clarendon understands the care required to create a neighbour envy-inspiring home, which is why it offers a Lifetime Structural Guarantee on every home it builds. Walk through and find your home at one of Clarendon’s 12 convenient NSW display centres. Head office: 3/21 Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 Phone: 13 63 93 Website: clarendon.com.au
TEMPO LIVING Tempo Living is Australia’s newest and most experienced home builder. Led by a team that has a proven reputation for creating innovative home designs and delivering quality construction for more than 35 years, Tempo Living has the resources and experience to ensure that your new home will become a memorable building experience. Tempo Living is committed to implementing sustainable, GreenSmart options and technology into every home it builds. From solar passive design to intelligent automation options and water harvesting, you can be sure that your new Tempo Living home is considerate of the environment and sustainable, catering for future generations. You can find out more about Tempo Living’s Site Start Guarantees and Move in Ready pricing by visiting the easy-tonavigate website or you can arrange to visit the new display home, conveniently located at Schofields. Your future is here with Tempo Living. It’s your home, it’s your life. Head office/display home: 27 Lockheed Drive, Schofields NSW 2762 Phone: 1800 083 676 Website: tempohomes.com
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