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This blog is my *virtual magazine* of stunning homes in Australia currently for sale. The homes are not necessarily perfect (like in a magazine shoot) so you need to forgive some obvious mistakes, and just enjoy seeing how others live, perhaps even take some inspiration from here n' there! (if you see your home here, take a bow because I search high and low before I finally decide to post a home for my blog!) THANKS FOR DROPPING BY...

21 October 2011

Lovely Large Family Home in Perth

Subiaco, old meets new...
General Features
PRICE GUIDE: $1.9M to $2.2M

  • Property Type: House
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Land Size: 445 m² (approx)
Indoor Features
  • Study
Outdoor Features
  • Garage Spaces: 2
I've been working on a new online gifts store,
so my time has been distracted,
more on that in a month or so!

But I still wanted to post this home,
I really loved the open feel of the main part of the home,
see if you like it!



The exterior has two components to it,
the large and modern appearance above,
and the quaint and heritage appearance below!


And who doesn't still love wide porches...



I really love this part of the home..


Great looking kitchen, large, functional.


This is my dream office set up for me and my DH,
or perhaps the kids when they behave!













AND here's the Master Plan!

AND here's what the Agent said about it!

Faultless, Effortless, Seamless

Stylish contemporary living over 3 expansive levels - this magnificent residence boasts stunning features throughout whilst cleverly blending the original quintessential Subiaco with a contemporary light filled sanctuary.

The home's use of natural light & space makes the most of it's attractive corner position & reflects the well thought out design from this award winning Melbourne Architect. This blue chip location is moments from cosmopolitan Subiaco & Shenton Park with Perth's best coffee, wine bar, transport, Lake Jualbup, schools all within 5 minutes walk.

Form meets function with adaptable living spaces, perfect proportions & an emphasis on sustainable living. With eco-friendly features including a grey water reuse, solar HWS, underground rain water storage tank & a solar passive orientation with the sun-drenched, north-facing aspect is an efficient & green way to live.

-Basement cinema/wine cellar
-Resort-style backyard with pool, decks and built-in BBQ
-Formal sitting room (or 4th bedroom) opening onto a picturesque verandah, tranquil garden with city skyline views
-Master bedroom with original ceilings, walk in robe & opening onto a luxurious ensuite with outdoor courtyard shower
-2 additional bedrooms with built in wardrobes
-Open plan lounge, dining, kitchen opening onto large outdoor entertainment area
-Floating upper area - perfect for home office, kids rumpus room, library
-Powder room, laundry
-Double garage
-Extensive storage
-Security entry

Solar passive design
-North facing living
-Concrete slab - thermal mass
-External automated louvre blinds to control heat gain
-Solar hot water with rinnai gas booster
-Low energy light fittings
-Rain water collection and reuse back to toilets & washing machine (7500L water tank under the deck)
-Grey water reuse garden reticulation
-Water efficient fixtures
-Bamboo floor
-Well insulated - R3.5 batts
-Ceiling fans


WOW

7 comments:

Anna@MyDesignEthos said...

While I love individual elements of these homes I have to admit I feel it's a little disjointed between front and back. I'm not a huge fan of such sudden transitions between old and new, I prefer a more subtle mix. Beautiful home though :)

B is building a house said...

Welcome back Annie!!! We've missed you.

Look forward to seeing your store. How exciting!!!

B

nrkp said...

Hi Annie, Interesting home, I like the frontage & porches. Looking forward too seeing your store as well. KP

staleywise said...

To be honest I feel like I can't really "see" the house because of the photos being so "tricked up" with the suave lighting and staging. It's as if the real ouse is hidden behind the blinding presentation!

I'm not really comfy with the old and new either with no real blending of the two.

Annie@A View On Design said...

You are a tough crowd to please!! but I have to say in the owners defence that I don't think the home lacks flow, as much as the furnishings. Surely making a heritage home flow into a 00's home reno is no easy feat... Also, I might add that the photographer has used the wrong light aperture, if you know anything about photography, you will know what I mean. It's made them quite "dirty" hard to see the details. But I have to say I love the exterior, although I can see why others would say "keep that home like the cottage it's meant to be, and if you want a huge modern home, adapt a more appropriate home" - I get that too.

KEEP UP THE FEEDBACK People, I love it!!!

Mimi said...

Like both aspects of the home but I do favour the old part. I can't wait to see what you have in-store in a month. Mimi xx

Georgica Pond said...

That modern extension is fantastic, the open plan kitchen and outdoor area, and love that office area. Decorating could do with a helping hand, but I wouldn't say no.