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From our platinum sponsor … These days, a home isn’t always just a home for a classic nuclear family. More than ever, Clarendon Homes is providing solutions to meet the rising demand for multigenerational living where several generations live under one roof. The reasons why two, three or more generations of one family may choose to live together are many and varied. It might be older relatives living with family for convenience, cost or cultural reasons. It might be older children residing in the family home while they complete studies, save for their own home — or perhaps they just like mum and dad’s cooking but still want a bit of independence and privacy. At Clarendon, we’ve developed two options that suit multigenerational living at the one address. We offer contemporary one- or two-bedroom freestanding granny flats (either 45sqm or 60sqm) with any new home build. These allow two or three generations to live ‘together’ but with independence, space and privacy across both residences. Clarendon also offers the newer option of an internal granny flat, which is a fully-contained living space within the family home. This option is available with 14 Clarendon designs, including our popular two-storey Madison home. Our granny flat range is on display at the Clarendon Homes’ Parklea Super Centre, located in Stanhope Gardens, NSW, so why not pay us a visit and get a little Clarendon multigenerational living inspiration? David Bourke, Sales & Marketing Manager NSW, Clarendon Homes
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CIRCLE OF LIFE The key to effortless multigenerational living is a home with a flexible design
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PERFECT PAIRING A duplex can be used for family and it can be a smart investment decision
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INFINITE VARIETY Now a thing of great beauty, the granny flat is for family members of all ages
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CASE STUDY: CLARENDON HOMES With its self-contained granny flat, this home is a multigenerational dream
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CASE STUDY: OJ PIPPIN HOMES A Queensland home with distinct living spaces for the different generations
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CASE STUDY: MOJO HOMES Boasting an internal granny flat, this is a home for all stages of a family’s life
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CASE STUDY: CLARENDON HOMES A freestanding granny flat providing the style, space and comfort you deserve
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Circle of life Whether it’s a home with a flexible layout or a self-contained studio, the range of multigenerational living options is vast The five-bedroom Corrima is ideally suited to easy multigenerational living. rawsonhomes.com.au
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older relative who is living alone and they would like to have them move in, but in a way that gives everyone the privacy and independence they crave. Whatever the reason, when you have multiple generations living together there are plenty of benefits, but also challenges. Luckily, home builders have a raft of clever solutions to make it a comfortable experience for all concerned.
ultigenerational living is on the increase and in these difficult financial times, it’s a trend that shows no signs of abating. For many, the cost-benefits are compelling. “Affordability is a key reason why multigenerational living has become so popular and necessary,” says Paul Hogan, MOJO Homes’ General Manager Sales. “As the cost of buying or building a home keeps increasing, multigenerational living is a more affordable option for those entering the housing market or those who need to consolidate their finances. It may be the case that there is a young adult looking for independence but they need to save for their own house deposit, so a flexible home offering, say, a downstairs bedroom with an ensuite might be the ideal choice. “Another scenario might be parents who both need to work. In this case, a dual living home is a great option. The grandparents can live in their own self-contained dwelling and be on hand to act as babysitters.” Or it might be that families are concerned about an
IN IT TOGETHER If your preference is for everyone to be living in one home, multiple living spaces, separation of bedrooms and an adaptable floor plan are just some of the things you should be prioritising. For a home to cater for multiple generations and larger families, having separate living areas that are away from the day-to-day living areas is key. This allows people to have a relaxation or recreation space of their own and a degree of privacy. This might mean a home with a media room, children’s activity area, an upstairs living space and perhaps even a private terrace or balcony off the master suite in addition to the communal zones. Of course having large open-
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feature| flexible living The family room is just one of several living spaces in the Atrium. mojohomes.com.au
plan living areas is also important so when the family is together, they don’t feel like the space is overcrowded. This is why larger kitchen, dining and entertaining spaces to accommodate the extended family are needed. Homes designed for larger or multigenerational families will also have additional bedrooms — perhaps five or six rather than the traditional four — and there will be extra bathrooms or ensuites. When accommodating older family members or an adult child, having a downstairs bedroom with an ensuite is ideal as it provides a sense of privacy and separation from the remaining upstairs bedrooms. “Many of our double-storey designs offer a generous separate bedroom on the ground floor with the main accommodation on the first floor. This creates a sense of separation and privacy,” says Paul. “Our home designs also offer spaces that can be easily sectioned off creating different hubs for separate living spaces as well as age-appropriate areas.”
The Encore 32 has a home theatre room that can be used as a private living space. mojohomes.com.au
In the Atrium, added privacy is provided by a patio off the master. mojohomes.com.au
ADAPTABLE FLOOR PLANS Many home builders now have homes with floor plans that can easily be adapted to accommodate multigenerational living, with some offering an option for what could be called a guest suite or, in some cases a studio, allowing for a degree of independent living. Such suites can be used as full-time accommodation for a grandparent or adult child, somewhere visiting in-laws and extended family can stay without them getting under your feet, and vice versa, or they can be adapted to meet the needs of those who want to run a home-based business. Other home designs come with a number of floor plan options. For example, you might find a design that offers you the choice of having a downstairs office with adjacent
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feature| flexible living The Noosa 380, only available in Queensland, provides for a private downstairs area. kalka.com.au
powder room or a fifth bedroom with an ensuite or shower room. Some might also have a living area adjacent to the ground-floor office/bedroom space which could be for the exclusive use of live-in relatives. In a custom designed home, you can go a step further if a higher degree of privacy is desired. In a large house, you could even consider having a wing or section of the house that is accessed by a separate door and that section could have a private bathroom and even a kitchenette. For ultimate privacy, a granny flat, either integrated into the main dwelling or detached, provides personal space and independence while ensuring everyone remains on the same property and within easy reach.
The Chevron has a large open-plan living space for when the whole clan wants to gather. mojohomes.com.au
TWO INTO ONE For many, a dual living property — where a smaller, self-contained home is integrated into the design of the main residence — is proving to be a more attractive option. A dual living home looks like one residence from the street with access to the main home through the front and access to the secondary dwelling from the side. Typically, a dual living property will have three to four bedrooms in the main home and one or two bedrooms in the smaller home. A dual living property can be used by families who want to be close together but have as much independence as possible or as an investment. The property is on one title, there is one set of rates and one water meter, but there is the opportunity to earn an income from one of the dwellings. “Our multigenerational, dual living homes offer family members the ability to be self-sufficient and independent while having the comfort of knowing that support is right next door,” says Paul.
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Queensland’s Panorma has a fifth bedroom downstairs and the option of a roof terrace. ownithomes.com.au
The upstairs living area in the Melody provides for separation of different generations. mojohomes.com.au
can call their own. Also, consider having an additional downstairs bedroom with an ensuite which can be used for guests now but would be suitable accommodation for a grown-up child in the future. Is it likely that grandparents may need to move in? If so, plan for that. And who knows, as the circle of life continues, you may see your children return to the nest and use the space left behind by elderly grandparents. It really does pay to plan for the various possibilities. Keeping an open mind in regards to the home design and how different spaces can serve dual purposes is incredibly important in ensuring your home will cater for your family through the years. For some this may mean a larger home with a flexible floor plan and adaptable spaces, for others a dual living property or a home with an attached or freestanding granny flat. Just be sure to consider how your family might grow and ensure your home design is equipped to adapt as your needs evolve.
“Having two separate homes under the one roof ensures everyone has their own space without impacting the other dwelling and it is a way of embracing togetherness while ensuring both individual households can still lead their own lives and maintain privacy.” Dual living homes are often favoured by forward-looking families who realise that the secondary home can be used for different family members with different needs as the years go by, offering the ultimate in future-proofing.
WHAT LIES AHEAD When building a multigenerational home, the key is to consider what the future may hold and to recognise that families go through various life stages. Consider both your existing requirements and those of when the children are grown up. They will want more privacy and will probably be living at home longer due to the cost of living, which means they will need a living space they
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Perfect pairing A duplex can be a lifestyle choice and a sound investment Each home in the Rutherford 41 features four generous bedrooms. meridianhomes.com.au
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ut simply, a duplex is comprised of two homes that share a common wall, and roof line, but that’s all. While many consider building a duplex as an investment — you live in one home and sell or rent out the other — an everincreasing number of families are seeing it as an ideal solution to the vexed problem of how to have multiple generations living in close proximity, but not in each other’s pockets. “Duplexes are growing in popularity with families who favour multigenerational living but want to do it with the maximum amount of independence. Many of our duplex customers are parents and grandparents, or parents and adult children,” says David Bourke, Sales & Marketing Manager NSW for Clarendon Homes. “For families, a duplex can offer adaptability as their needs change. At one stage of life, the second home might be for adult children; later on, it might be for grandparents so you can have them close by but without any loss of privacy for either party.”
“In the multigenerational living scenario, the most obvious advantage is the privacy and separate living space that a duplex allows, but the possibility to generate income also appeals to many. At the end of the cohabitation arrangement, one of the homes can be used as a source of rental income,” says Charlie Abdul Ahad, Director of Oscar George Projects. A duplex is also finding favour with families or couples who just want to get their foot on the property ladder. They live in one home and rent out the other, making it a simple strategy to start paying down their mortgage faster. Downsizers and retirees also benefit, as they can look to double their financial return by living in one side while renting the other. And for investors, if they build in the right area, a duplex can be an attractive proposition. Duplexes can be found in established areas where knockdown-rebuild projects are common. An old, dated house is demolished and replaced with a more modern one
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feature | duplexes The Harrington features modern, open-plan living spaces and inviting alfresco areas. mojohomes.com.au
— or in this case, a duplex. They’re also popular in some metropolitan areas, again, usually as a knockdown-rebuild project. But, adds Charlie, “We mainly find newer, outer suburbs are most popular for duplexes as the land size is more generous, affordable and generally zoned for the duplex construction, which makes the whole process much more straightforward.”
Each home in the Essex has a home theatre plus a children’s activity area. mojohomes.com.au
The Medina is a two-storey duplex with light and spacious interiors. rawsonhomes.com.au
RULES AND REGULATIONS Where you can build is determined by whether the land has the right zoning and if the size and width of the land meets the requirements of the local council planners, which vary from council to council so you need to check. Other planning controls will also be in place, including setbacks, building height, floor-space ratio and privacy. Then there are issues of stormwater and sewerage drainage. “You definitely need to check with your local council and find out whether duplexes are allowed in your zone before you even consider looking at designs and finding a builder,” advises David. “You also need to check the requirements regarding subdivision. Councils have regulations determining the size of lot that can be subdivided. Some councils won’t allow subdivision at all.” “If the council doesn’t allow for subdivision it means the duplex cannot be subdivided and sold to different parties,” adds Charlie. “In those cases, an owner-builder may choose to sell the entire duplex to an investor, rent out both homes or live in one and rent out the other. They would not be able to sell one and keep the other if the land is not subdivided and both homes are on one title.” You can find blocks where subdivision planning is in place, but they will generally be more expensive. You can apply to have a block subdivided but that takes time and involves consulting fees to town planners, so consider these kinds of costs when budgeting for your duplex.
The two-storey Bronte has four bedrooms in each dwelling. rawsonhomes.com.au
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Infinite variety No longer just for elderly relatives, the modern granny flat can be used for adult children who want some privacy or guests much to offer, says Ann Duong, Marketing Manager for Allcastle Homes. “We do both attached and freestanding granny flats and they can be used for many different things,” she explains. “They can be for grandparents or in-laws, accommodation for a shift-working family member who needs peace and privacy, an art or hobby studio or you can rent them out to generate income.”
With the same herringbone floor as the main home, this is a chic granny flat. clarendon.com.au
FREESTANDING OR ATTACHED? “A freestanding granny flat provides much greater versatility. When used as separate living quarters it affords everyone much more independence but if it’s not being used as permanent accommodation, it can be used as an entertaining space. When guests come over, it can be the party room,” says Paul. “If you want a greater sense of connection and more togetherness, you can opt for an attached granny flat — you can even have an interconnecting door if you like. The other benefits are you can make better use of your land, access to the street and parking is easier, and it can be simpler in terms of building approvals and planning.” Words: Karen Booth
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he granny flat has come a long, long way in recent years — in style, status and adaptability. And it’s certainly no longer the sole purview of grannies! “You may think granny flats are made to be hidden down in the backyard, however there are multiple uses for a granny flat these days, whether it be a standalone building or connected to the main dwelling. Granny flats provide additional, versatile living spaces that can respond to the needs of every member of the family, including teenagers and elderly parents,” says Paul Hogan, General Manager Sales for MOJO Homes. “Granny flats are an asset for the multigenerational family as they offer privacy and independence, whether it be for live-in grandparents, an adult child saving for a home of their own, an additional guest room or a home office to ensure you separate work from play. They could also be used as a games room, man cave or pool cabana. Granny flats are a truly flexible option and there are many modern designs available.” For the larger family, or a family that wants some separation between the generations, a granny flat has
The Synergy Premier Twin comes with a well-designed attached granny flat. masterton.com.au
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feature | granny flats “A detached granny flat can be the preferred option if you plan to lease it out as it offers separation from the main house and more privacy for all parties,” adds Ann. “It might also be the better option for a work space, subject to council approval. “Attached, on the other hand, can make family members feel more connected and can be viewed more as an extension of the home, but with separate services. This kind of granny flat can be used as a teenage area, visiting relatives’ accommodation or a space for grandparents who do regular babysitting.” The other option is an internal granny flat. This is usually referred to as dual living and the granny flat/ self-contained studio is built within the main home. This can suit a range of requirements, from university-aged children still living at home to elderly family members you need to keep close by.
The Oakbank is a two-bedroom granny flat with a spacious living area. pjcookbuilding.com.au
THE NITTY GRITTY There are strict planning and building regulations regarding the approval, construction and use of granny flats and these vary from state to state and from council to council. That said, in NSW the approval process has been made easier to meet the growing demand for more affordable housing options. In NSW, council approvals may take just six to eight weeks whereas in Victoria and Queensland, the process may take up to a year. Generally speaking, a granny flat needs to be under 60sqm to comply but regulations vary, as does the minimum land size needed. A good guide is to have at least a 450sqm block but consideration needs to also be given to the size of the main home. The combined size
This granny flat is open for viewing at Clarendon’s Sylvania Display Centre in NSW. clarendon.com.au
The granny flat MK1 has one bedroom and a covered verandah for relaxing. iconhomes.com.au
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feature | granny flats The two-bedroom Rose granny flat features an open-plan dining/living area. masterton.com.au
and footprint of both the main home and granny flat must be under a certain amount to comply. Never forget you need to obtain development consent from the local council before proceeding. This means a development application must be lodged with council before building while any adjoining party walls must also be suitably fire rated. And you need to check with council regarding a range of issues, from zoning and covenants to costs of contributions. Also remember that building a granny flat does not permit the actual subdivision of your property — unless it’s already allowed under a local planning scheme.
This freestanding granny flat offers increased liveability. mcdonaldjoneshomes.com.au
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This Hamptons-style attached granny flat makes good use of space. rawsonhomes.com.au
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If you’re building a new home and have plans for a granny flat the track, there are a number of reasons it makes sense to build both at the same time and not leave the granny flat for later. Constructing them in unison means you can integrate both designs to achieve a natural flow between the buildings and ensure their overall styles complement each other. You’ll also be able to make the two dwellings look the same with matching fixtures and fittings without running the risk of materials being discontinued over time. There are also significant cost benefits to building them together because it is far more efficient and cost-effective to do so when you already have workers on site. Building granny flats and main homes together is a trend that’s on the rise and it can be seen in both the newbuild and knockdown-rebuild markets. While building a granny flat will cost slightly more than just building a much bigger house to accommodate everyone, because you have another kitchen, bathroom, laundry, etc. to fitout, building it at the same time as the home is a more
feature | granny flats In this attached granny flat, the floor plan provides for a separate laundry. rawsonhomes.com.au
The light-filled MK11 granny flat has two bedrooms and a wraparound deck. iconhomes.com.au
cost-effective proposition — as is building an attached granny flat as opposed to a detached granny flat. “The addition of a complete, self-contained dwelling will enhance the resale value of your home,” adds Paul. “It can be attractive to a variety of potential buyers, from owner-occupiers to investors. You can also potentially use it to generate income while still living in the main residence, adding to the financial benefits you can derive.”
STYLE AND CO MFORT Living in a modern granny flat can be akin to living in a well-designed apartment or small home. “Today’s granny flats are comfortable, stylish and look like a mini home,” says Ann. “They are better designed, have everything people need to live a self-contained life and when built by the same company that’s building your home, they will feature the same highquality materials and finishes.” Many project home builders offer a choice of granny flats that can be built with one of their homes. Clarendon Homes, for example, has one- and two-bedroom granny flats with the option of an alfresco or deck. Each includes its own laundry and bathrooms are big enough to incorporate a bath tub. Clarendon can customise its designs so the granny flat can complement the main home, which means if your main home has a Hamptons facade and interior, your granny flat can too. The kitchen and dining room layout can also be customised. MOJO Homes offers four granny flat designs, one with two bedrooms, the others with one, but all have an outdoor living area and a spacious interior layout. Then there’s Icon Homes whose onebedroom and two-bedroom designs have similarly generous internal living spaces that flow out to a covered outdoor entertaining area. Today you are spoilt for choice, in terms of design, customisation, space maximisation and liveability, but before you make any firm decisions, look at all the costs and check out what rules and requirements your local council has in place. That done, you can set about choosing the design that will work for you.
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flat deserve the same high level of finishes and fittings, attention to design detail and liveability as those dwelling in the main home,” says Nicholas Boliantis, Clarendon Homes’ Senior Architect and Designer. Nicholas Boliantis “Fully-functional and Senior Architect and Designer, self-contained, the granny Clarendon Homes flat is ideal for a range of situations that require additional family members to live-in. It might be used for an adult child who is trying to save
f you’re still under the impression that a granny flat is a bare-bones proposition — something basic that provides for life’s necessities and nothing more, think again. And if you believe that your only options are to have it attached to the main home or built as a freestanding dwelling, there’s good news. Clarendon Homes is offering the multigenerational family a very exciting option — an internal granny flat in which style, comfort and a touch of glamour are the hallmarks. The Bayside 41, featured here and on display at the Parklea Super Centre in Stanhope Gardens, NSW, is a case in point. “Under its roof you will find an internal granny flat with a smart, space-maximising floor plan and a modern, luxurious interior design. This is an acknowledgement that the occupants of the granny
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If the idea of a home within a home appeals, this design has the option of a stylish and comfortable internal granny flat
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EXPERT TIP: Prepare for your future by building a home with a stylish internal granny flat that can offer private accommodation for family members or visiting guests. money for a house of their own, elderly parents or in-laws. Or it might just be that you have extended family members or friends who regularly come for lengthy visits.” The internal granny flat has one bedroom and one bathroom, a private kitchen, an open-plan living and dining area as well as a sliding glass door that opens onto a side patio or garden. It also offers occupants a separate side access, providing a sense of independent living. “The main home is designed for the larger family with a choice of four or five bedrooms,” adds Nicholas. “If you don’t need the fifth downstairs bedroom, that space can be used as a study or home office. At the heart of the home is a gourmet kitchen that sits adjacent to a spacious lounge area and next to a light and bright dining space. Upstairs there are four bedrooms and a leisure area.
“The same colour scheme and palette of materials was employed in both the main home and the internal granny flat,” he continues. “This includes Quantum Quartz Storm benchtops, Polytec Notaio Walnut joinery throughout, and smooth 600mm x 600mm tiles in the granny flat and to the ground floor of the main dwelling. As to the design of both, the look is clean-lined and contemporary.” Clarendon’s internal granny flat provides a clever layout option that can be employed with a number of its designs. By building a home with an internal granny flat, you have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that however your family’s needs change, you’ll have it covered. As you can see, a self-contained living space is the ideal way to future-proof your home, ensuring you have all the flexibility and functionality you need, whatever is to come.
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Location of home: Parklea Super Centre, 10 Clarendon Drive, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 Name of design: Bayside 41 with internal granny flat Year completed: 2018
Size of home: 373.73sqm Size of land: 489.5sqm Bedrooms: 4 + study (main house), 1 (granny flat) Bathrooms: 2.5 (main house), 1 (granny flat) Floors: 2
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generous main living and dining area where everyone can come together. This is a light and airy space featuring a raked ceiling and large sliding glass doors that open onto a large outdoor entertaining space.” Ensuring the home felt Mike Nancarrow spacious throughout was General Manager, a priority, so the interior OJ Pippin Homes features a calming palette of light colours. The floors are a beautiful beige hue and the walls are crisp white with warm-coloured feature
ffering separate living areas for the different generations, the Edge is ideally suited to a family with two or three children. A highly adaptable home, it can even be designed to include a fully self-contained separate wing. “When designing this home, our goal was to create distinct living spaces. The parents have a media room at the front of the home, located next to the master bedroom, that can be closed off to the rest of the house. In the back corner of the home is a children’s wing with its own living area and bathroom. All bedrooms, apart from the main, are in this wing giving parents privacy,” explains Mike Nancarrow, OJ Pippin Homes’ General Manager. “Of course, as this is a family home — one that was designed to make entertaining easy — there is also a
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EXPERT TIP: As the kids grow privacy between the generations becomes more important, so look for a home design that includes separate living areas that can be closed off. rendered lower half of the home contribute a modern look, while the cladding, stone features and large windows create a more traditional feel. “This design has been one of our most popular and it is so easy to modify,” adds Mike. “It is available in five different versions, ranging from one that suits a 12.5m wide lot right up to a wider acreage version. It can also be designed with the main bedroom at the front or the back of the home. We have accommodated a lot of individual modification requests so we can tailor the home to ensure it has everything your family needs.”
wallpapers. The bathrooms feature chevron mosaic tiling and light cabinetry that reflect the main flooring. “The interior of the home is a modern take on Hamptons style,” says Mike. “To begin with, the entire home has a Hamptons-inspired light, neutral colour scheme with navy accents. Other Hamptons touches can be seen in the ornate mirrors, artwork and styling. In the kitchen, the Hamptons look is enhanced with the use of Shaker-style cabinetry.” The Southampton facade is also Hamptons-inspired but with a contemporary twist. The Colorbond roof and
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Location of home: North Harbour, Lot 57, 43 Brook Crescent, Burpengary East Qld 4505 Name of design: Edge with Southampton facade Time taken to build: 8 months Year completed: 2018
Size of home: 270.7sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Floors: 1
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Address: 6/205 Leitchs Road, Brendale Qld 4500 Phone: (07) 3889 7775 Website: ojpippin.com.au
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without sacrificing any space in the living areas in the main residence. “The main home offers multiple living spaces, including a children’s activity area that can be easily modified to a home theatre — just one example of the home’s Sandra Setian flexibility,” says Sandra. Interior Designer, “It also features a MOJO Homes centralised living hub and easy connectivity to all other areas of home. This includes the contemporary kitchen with its Caesarstone White Shimmer benchtops, Laminex Baye and Laminex Natural Teak cabinetry and mosaic-tiled feature splashback. Moreover, the design celebrates our love of the outdoors by offering a seamless connection between the indoors and
ffering the versatility a growing family needs, this stunning multigenerational home, which incorporates a second dwelling (or dual living unit), caters for all life stages. The main home of the Harmony 29 features three bedrooms; the dual living unit one. Both offer generous living spaces and a high level of design detail. “The dual living unit is ideal for private guest accommodation, adult children or elderly parents,” says Sandra Setian, MOJO Homes’ Interior Designer. “If using it for grandparents there are many benefits, one being they can act as babysitters so that both parents can return to the workforce, thereby improving their future financial position. “Having two separate dwellings, each with an independent entry, under one roof not only offers privacy and flexibility, it also provides the opportunity to generate income. The separate residence can be rented out or used as an Airbnb.” When designing the Harmony 29, MOJO Homes’ goal was to create a sophisticated, versatile and functional home
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Boasting a dual living unit, this contemporary home offers all the space and panache multigenerational families demand
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EXPERT TIP: A dual living home offers you long-term versatility. The self-contained unit can be used for adult children or grandparents, or it can rented out to earn income. out. This is reflected in the generous outdoor entertaining and living area located to the rear of the main home.” The dual living unit floor plan is just as practical and well-considered, and the style reflects that of the main home. Both dwellings display the same attention to detail and high degree of liveability, and both benefit from an intelligent, space-maximising layout that means no compromises were made in either residence. “For both residences, the interior design concept was Modern Country. The scheme is quite contemporary with rustic and country elements that speak to the display home’s regional setting on the Central Coast in NSW,” says Sandra. “The colour palette is predominantly grey and white with warm timber accents in the joinery and furniture.
“The exterior also reflects this, with the modern-looking facade featuring moody grey hues and the window frames and cedar timber battens adding rusty tones and visual warmth. Although there are two separate dwellings, the facade of the Harmony 29 has strong street appeal and it’s not evident to passers-by that there are two entry points.” If you would like to experience the space and style of the Harmony 29 first-hand, you can visit the display home at Housing World Watagan Park in Cooranbong, NSW. “You’ll be immediately impressed by the easy flow from front to back, the generously proportioned rooms, and the functionality and aesthetics, all of which combine to create a home that delivers multiple lifestyle options to meet your needs today and for generations to come,” says Sandra.
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Location of home: Housing World Watagan Park, Piper Avenue, Cooranbong NSW 2265 Name of design: Harmony 29 Time taken to build: 26 weeks Year completed: 2020
Size of home: 267.98sqm Size of land: 450sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Floors: 1
Address: Level 4, 62 Norwest Boulevard, Norwest NSW 2153 Phone: 1300 006 656 Website: mojohomes.com.au
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one- and two-bedroom standalone granny flats that offer maximum liveability — and this includes the granny flat showcased here, on display at the Parklea Super Centre in Stanhope Gardens, NSW. “This 60sqm granny flat has Nicholas Boliantis a welcoming living and Senior Architect and Designer, dining space, an openClarendon Homes plan kitchen, a laundry, a bathroom and one bedroom, which is separated from the social hub of the dwelling for privacy,” says Nicholas. “The living and dining area opens onto a stunning alfresco entertaining area that is covered by a pergola and furnished with an outdoor lounge and fireplace. “The seamless indoor-outdoor connection ensures the granny flat is bathed in natural light, as does the strategic placement of windows on two sides of the kitchen and in the laundry. And the location of the granny flat next to
ranny flats may still have a bit of a reputation with some people for being poky and not exactly the height of style, but neither is true. For many modern multigenerational families, a detached granny flat, in effect a small, selfcontained home, is the ideal choice, offering comfort, style, privacy and versatility. “A detached granny flat can be used for elderly parents, visiting in-laws, grown-up offspring, guest accommodation or a home office — or any combination of these things depending on a family’s particular needs at any given stage of life. Not only does it provide separate accommodation for extended family members, a detached granny flat offers the potential to rent it out to bring in some additional income,” says Nicholas Boliantis, Senior Architect and Designer for Clarendon Homes. “Clarendon Homes’ detached granny flats offer compact living at its finest and by building a granny flat in tandem with your new Clarendon home, you are preparing your family for the future and whatever it brings in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible.” Clarendon offers a range of beautifully designed, modern
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This detached granny flat provides compact living at its finest
EXPERT TIP: Whether it’s for grandparents, adult children or guests, a well-designed detached granny flat will provide all the privacy and independence they require. the swimming pool illustrates how easily it can be used in myriad ways, including as guest accommodation or a pool house that makes year-round entertaining a breeze.” As with all Clarendon homes, precise attention to detail is evident throughout and only high-quality materials, fixtures and appliances were used. Examples of this are the 20mm
Quantum Quartz benchtops in Alpine White and the Smeg appliances found in both the kitchen and laundry. Boasting clean lines and a contemporary design, both inside and out, this thoughtfully designed detached granny flat is a stunning example of how stylish, practical and versatile the modern-day granny flat can be.
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Location of home: Parklea Super Centre, 10 Clarendon Drive, Stanhope Gardens NSW 2768 Year completed: 2016
Size of granny flat: 60sqm Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Floors: 1
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The A-Team Your dream multigenerational home, duplex or granny flat can become a reality with these highly experienced and professional home builders OJ PIPPIN HOMES OJ Pippin Homes knows that home building is a labour of love, which is why the team is committed to doing the little things right to ensure you get exactly what you’ve been dreaming of. The Queensland family-owned-and-operated business has been providing a home building experience like no other for 25 years and the team takes this responsibility seriously. Whether you’re looking to create your dream home, or build an investment property, OJ Pippin Homes strives to provide a simple, stressfree experience that delivers your ultimate outcome. With over 100 plans to choose from and over 1000 houses built, OJ Pippin Homes is confident it can deliver a quality result that you can’t wait to come home to. The team loves a challenge, so no block is too tricky or design too unique — if you can dream it, OJ Pippin Homes can do it. The team has considered every detail to ensure your journey is as smooth as possible and will guide you through every step of the process and work with you to achieve your vision. OJ Pippin Homes will manage the entire process, providing a seamless journey to your new home, with no surprises. Head office: 6/205 Leitchs Road, Brendale Qld 4500 Phone: (07) 3889 7775 Website: ojpippin.com.au
ICON HOMES Icon Homes is an award-winning residential building company based in Northern Sydney that has delivered hundreds of homes since its inception. The company is known throughout the industry as a helpful and reliable builder employing knowledgeable professionals who stay with clients, and the job, throughout the whole construction process. From first meeting to the day you move in, staff are organised, easy to deal with and always contactable. Icon Homes is also dedicated to delivering quality designs, a comprehensive range of inclusions and ensuring flexibility in the design process to enable the creation of your perfect home. All Icon homes offer excellent value for money and show great attention to detail in every aspect, from meeting the budget requirements to maintaining a clean and safe site. Icon Homes understands building a new home is one of the biggest decisions a family will ever make and is delighted to share the journey with each client. Icon Homes offers a custom service, Artisan By Icon Homes, a range of customisable standard designs and is a recognised knockdown-rebuild specialist. Head office: Suite 5.12, 32 Delhi Road, North Ryde NSW 2113 Phone: 1800 MY ICON Website: iconhomes.com.au
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builder profiles MOJO HOMES MOJO Homes is NSW’s most exciting and colourful builder. A breath of fresh air in the home building market, here to spoil you with a stunning range of new home designs available across the South Coast, Sydney and Hunter regions. Backed by the MJH Group, which has more than 30 years’ home building experience, MOJO Homes delivers an exciting twist to the Group’s portfolio, offering innovative designs, edgy interiors and purposeful solutions. At MOJO, team members help customers create a vibrant home that is as unique as they are, with inspired architectural floor plans and features across all home designs; from single- and double-storey homes, duplexes, dual living homes and granny flats to sprawling acreage homes and narrowblock solutions. MOJO tailors each build to the customer’s immediate and future lifestyle needs while accommodating their location, budget and goals to offer more opportunity, more happiness and more freedom to live. There is no better way to discover MOJO’s point of difference than by walking through and experiencing the designs at a display location, including the Harmony 29 at Housing World Watagan Park, Cooranbong, NSW. Head office: Level 4, 62 Norwest Boulevard, Norwest NSW 2153 Phone: 1300 006 656 Website: mojohomes.com.au
CLARENDON HOMES When you build a home with Clarendon, you’re investing in a long history of exceptional service, design and construction. For 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 and interior inclusions. Clarendon’s collections are tailored to different lifestyles and budgets, from the luxurious new Argyle Collection and the ranch-style homes of the Big Living Collection to 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 dream family home at one of Clarendon’s 12 conveniently located NSW display centres. Head office: 3/21 Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 Phone: 13 63 93 Website: clarendon.com.au
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Index Clarendon Homes .................................... 2, 20, 30, 36 Icon Homes ............................................................. 12 MOJO Homes .......................................................4, 26 OJ Pippin Homes .................................................7, 24
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