Western Property March 10 2023

BEDROOMS ARE MORE THAN JUST A PLACE TO SLEEP

about their bedroom space and sleep habits. Around 40 per cent of respondents used their bedroom as their living space, while 61 per cent said they preferred to use it just for sleep. Age, occupation and bedroom location all affected usage and preferences.

lecturer from UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture.

“These initial findings help us better understand the different uses of the contemporary sleep environment and inform better design strategies for these spaces.”

Today’s bedrooms are no longer simply a room with a bed.

According to a recent study, our traditional sleep spaces are being used for various purposes and becoming more multifunctional in response to our growing spatial needs.

For the research, a team led by UNSW Sydney surveyed 304 Australian residents of different demographics, including age and gender,

Just like eating, sleep is fundamental for humans to survive. But given that we spend around a third of our lives asleep, our domestic sleep spaces – and how we use them –are relatively unexplored from a design perspective. Meanwhile, other domestic rooms, such as the kitchen, have been closely studied by designers to determine their optimal design, layout and features.

“We spend most of our time at home in the bedroom, but its use is expanding beyond its primary function as a sleep environment,” said Dr Demet Dincer, lead author of the study and interior architecture

90 per cent of respondents used their bedroom at least some of the time for sleeping, while the remaining either did not have a bedroom space for sleeping or used it for a different purpose altogether.

According to the findings, the mean hours per day spent in a sleep environment are 9.31, while the mean hours spent sleeping are 7.12. There was no difference in the amount of time spent in the bedroom based on gender.

Younger participants also spent more time in their bedrooms than any other age group, while they were also more likely to use the space for activities other than sleep.

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This is your last opportunity to secure a luxury apartment in the prestigious Metro precinct, centrally positioned in the heart of the Oran Park community.

Generously sized, these 3-bedroom apartments feature ample floor space, sophisticated style and the finest finishes.

Built in partnership with the award-winning Allen Jack + Cottier Architects and currently under construction with Richard Crookes Construction, the residences are completed to a high standard with:

• Miele oven, gas cooktop, rangehood, built-in microwave oven and dishwasher plus striking Parisi tapware, tinted mirror splashback and Caesarstone benchtop centrepiece

• Ceramic tile floor throughout with carpet to bedrooms

Apartment G.03

Interior 111sqm

Exterior 33sqm

Total 144sqm

9043 7500

Apartment 3.10

Interior 108sqm

Exterior 23sqm

Total 131sqm

Price $819,500

BEAUTIFUL HOME WITH A TOTAL OF EIGHT BEDROOMS!

What is so great about this property?

Main house:

– Five generous bedrooms, three including built-in robes and two front of house bedrooms both containing walk-in robes

Master bedroom offers a minimalistic ensuite complete with chrome tapware and finishes, double vanity with stone benchtop and floor to ceiling tiles

– Two tone kitchen with gorgeous 60mm Calacatta benchtop, tiled splashback, induction cooktop, in-built wall oven, pendant lights over waterfall finish island and ample cupboard space

Recently renovated

common bathroom complete with feature tiles, bathtub and separate toilet

– Internal laundry with access to backyard

– Sliding doors out to entertaining area complete with in-ground swimming pool – Downlights throughout, ducted air conditioning, electric fireplace in living room, electric roller shutters, security cameras.

Granny flat:

– Three spacious bedrooms, all with built-in robes

– Open plan kitchen, living and dining

– Sleek, two tone kitchen complete with gold handles and tapware, generous cupboard space

– Stylishly designed and

matching main bedroom ensuite and common bathroom with floor to ceiling tiles, black framed showers and quality gold tapware

– Hybrid floorboards throughout all living areas, tiled kitchen/dining area

Split system air conditioning

Access to garage and access to outdoor entertaining area

Who does this property suit?

Families, professionals and Ivestors , developers.

Tell us about the suburb the property is in?

Oxley park is a booming suburb and right next to the St Marys interlink.

DA APPROVED, COMPLETED TO ENCLOSED STAGE

Located in Werrington sought after area, this property with Approved DA for six (6) townhouses is perfect for investors, builders and developers alike, this one is definitely not to be missed. In an ideal lifestyle location, the property is walking distance to Werrington station, schools, parks, bus stops, cafes and eateries and it is only a short drive to Nepean Hospital, St Marys CBD and Penrith CBD. All the hard work is done and the benefits of buying this property are exceptional:

• DA Approved for Six (6) Townhouses

• In the Approved DA plan each townhouse does consist of two-bedrooms plus study with two bathrooms and powder room

• Fitout to practical completion is for you to finalise

• Zoned R3, nestled on a 1208 square metre block

• Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac

• 800m away from the local shop

• 900m away from the bus stops

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Very Happy Client

“ As someone who had been renting for 20+ years I’ve met my fair share of real estate agents and I wish they were all at least half as amazing as Gizzelle. As the buyer, Gizzelle kept me in the loop constantly and was honest and upfront the whole way through the process. Nothing was an issue and it was obvious how much she cared about doing the right rhing by the vendor. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again in the future. ”

TIME TO GIVE YOUR FINANCES A CHECK-UP

While your home or motor vehicle will need regular maintenance to ensure everything is functioning as well as possible and potential major issues are averted, the same sort of attention should be paid to your finances.

In these times of rising costof-living pressures and interest rate hikes, giving your finances a health check is a must if you have a mortgage or a paying off other loans.

The latest economic data showed consumer spending increased just 0.3 per cent through the final months of 2022, which is the smallest rise since the COVID lockdowns during the middle of 2021. It highlights how inflation and the Reserve Bank of Australia hitting the interest rate hammer has made an impact on consumer sentiment.

We still face the prospect

of further interest rate pain, weaker economic conditions and a rise in unemployment over the coming months.

There is also the spectre of what some are calling the ‘fixed-rate cliff”, when around 800,000 home loans finish low fixed rate terms.

Even if you are not coming off a fixed rate, mortgage holders should always be prepared to talk to a finance broker to ensure they are getting the best possible deal on their home loan.

There has probably never been a better time to see if you can save money by refinancing your home loan. There are many reasons why you may choose to refinance your home loan: it can lower the cost of your repayments, shorten or lengthen the term of your loan, access the equity in your home for renovations or a holiday, and to consolidate debt.

Debt consolidation loans are also an effective way to reduce monthly outgoings, rolling things into one monthly repayment against your home loan. While they can be very effective in reducing total monthly outgoings, debt consolidation loans need to be looked at with care as the total cost of repaying those debts over such a long term is usually much greater. Reach out if we can help.

• Stunning modern 2 bedroom unit

• Spacious open living design

• Gorgeous modern kitchen with S/S appliances

• 2 great sized bedrooms, stylish ensuite to main

• Large balcony with northern aspect

• Currently returning $380 per week in rent

• 3brm home with ensuite and triple garage

• Stylishly renovated or updated in recent years

• 2 separate living areas with potential for 4th bedroom conversion

• Large under cover deck overlooking inground pool

• Call Richard Heidtmann on 0409 551 803

$1,320,000

PROPERTIES FOR RENT

For over 60 years Coutts has gained an enviable and leading reputation for excellence in commercial, industrial and retail real estate. Coutts comprises four offices at Norwest, Blacktown, Wetherill Park and Penrith.

Our wealth of experience and our commitment to building trusting relationships ensures that we work with you to achieve excellence.

With

years of industry and customer service experience, Christine is known to be approachable, considerate and offering attention to detail. Her experience and accomplished success with referral and return customers is an asset to Real Homes Realty.

Christine’s communication, customer service and negotiating abilities have been finely tuned to ensure she offers both owners and tenants a professional, reliable and ethical running of any portfolio.

Having a passion to work, with proven ability to mould positive outcomes and to obtain the best result for investment, Christine has satisfaction knowing that she is the person whose high standards and skills helped make it possible for the investor to accomplish peace of mind and the tenant to gain confidence with their agent.

BUILDING WITH CUBITT’S

Why are Granny Flats such a good

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An upward trend for interest rates, and a risky feeling about knock-down rebuild projects means current and aspiring homeowners are looking for ways to increase the value of their property – enter the Granny Flat.

Building a Granny Flat on an existing property allows you to make the most of every square metre of your home. You’d be surprised how spacious and accommodating they can be.

A Granny Flat can offer you financial advantages which could help insulate your lifestyle against cost of living and interest rate rises, whilst increasing the value of your home. Most importantly, a Granny Flat can offer you and your family incredible versatility.

When it comes time to sell down the track – your investment now, will pay off later. Research from the Property Council of Australia found that building a Granny Flat could boost your home value by 30%.

If your parents are ready to downsize their living space and release equity from a larger home, building a Granny Flat could provide ‘instant superannuation’ for your aging parents.

With rental prices at an all-time high and availability at an all-time low, keeping your adult kids close in a Granny Flat makes sense. A Granny Flat is the perfect option for your family’s dynamic needs.

Depending on size, spec and the requirements of your block, purchasing or constructing a Granny Flat is often less expensive than financing a stand-alone investment property.

REAL ESTATE FLASHBACK

This week, thanks to Penrith City Library’s archives, we take a look back at post offices in the local area...

WALLACIA POST OFFICE IN 1950.

PENRITH POST OFFICE ON HIGH STREET BACK IN 1950.

WHAT IS NOW KINGSWOOD POST OFFICE ON BRINGELLY ROAD UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN 1988.

LUDDENHAM POST OFFICE IN 1950.

EMU PLAINS POST OFFICE IN THE 1930 s . STAFF AT THE PENRITH POST OFFICE ON HIGH STREET IN THE 1950 s .

THE OLD ST MARYS POST OFFICE, ORIGINALLY ERECTED IN 1883. POST OFFICE USED UNTIL AUGUST 30, 1965.

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