Complementing the slope
Moore Creek: Complementing the slope
The extra height and space in this house has been made possible by tailoring its design to theslope of the land - giving this traditionally styled home an amazing lift. Instead of bulldozing the site flat, we were able to work with the lie of the land and incorporate design features which really opened up the home and make it incredibly inviting.
At a first glance, you can’t help but notice its traditional bearing. The corrugated iron roofing and solid local Gunnedah bricks in heritage colours lend it a sense of timelessness which means it will look as good in twenty or fifty years as it does now.
The use of bearers and joists for the floor instead of a concrete slab keeps the overall height of the home up - maintaining its outlook - whilst still allowing the floor level to step down with the slope of the land. An even roofline is maintained visually, but once inside it quickly becomes apparent that this is actually a split-level home.
Sleeping and utility areas have been built with standard 2.4 metre (8') ceilings, but when you descend the polished timber steps you burst into a spaciousness that is the living area - with elevated 3 metre (10') ceilings providing a luxury feel. Visitors will be greeted by this same feeling every time as the front door opens into its high entry.
The kitchen with its stone benchtops, large range and quiet rangehood joins to a spacious walk- in pantry with its own benchtop and shelving - room to store enough food for the hungriest family. Between the carpeted media room and sunny family room there are two distinct living areas, so there is always the option of either a quiet zone or to join with the rest of the family. A separate office means there’s plenty of room for the work to get done, and strategically placed cupboards provide abundant storage.
Beautifully styled bathrooms, one of which is a three-way, feature custom-made wall-hung vanities and large showers. Walk-in-robes are attached to three of the bedrooms. Living area floors are polished solid Spotted Gum timber - secretly nailed - and the solid brick feature wall is in keeping with the traditional style of the home.
The open plan Family, Dining and Kitchen areas have been faced to the North and fitted with wide glazed stacker doors. The result: a welcoming light and bright area which allows the winter sun to pour in its inviting warmth.
Open these stacker doors wide and the interior merges straight onto the spacious Alfresco, perfect for parties or just to sit and watch the world go by. This home really puts a smile on your face!
Sleeping and utility areas have been built with standard 2.4 metre (8') ceilings, but when you descend the polished timber steps you burst into a spaciousness that is the living area - with elevated 3 metre (10') ceilings providing a luxury feel. Visitors will be greeted by this same feeling every time as the front door opens into its high entry.
The kitchen with its stone benchtops, large range and quiet rangehood joins to a spacious walk- in pantry with its own benchtop and shelving - room to store enough food for the hungriest family. Between the carpeted media room and sunny family room there are two distinct living areas, so there is always the option of either a quiet zone or to join with the rest of the family. A separate office means there’s plenty of room for the work to get done, and strategically placed cupboards provide abundant storage.
Beautifully styled bathrooms, one of which is a three-way, feature custom-made wall-hung vanities and large showers. Walk-in-robes are attached to three of the bedrooms. Living area floors are polished solid Spotted Gum timber - secretly nailed - and the solid brick feature wall is in keeping with the traditional style of the home.
The open plan Family, Dining and Kitchen areas have been faced to the North and fitted with wide glazed stacker doors. The result: a welcoming light and bright area which allows the winter sun to pour in its inviting warmth.
Open these stacker doors wide and the interior merges straight onto the spacious Alfresco, perfect for parties or just to sit and watch the world go by. This home really puts a smile on your face!
