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Meticulous Detail and Craftsmanship for Bespoke Peppermint Grove Home
A stunning new $3.5million bespoke home located in McNeil Street Peppermint Grove is a culmination of international influences and high-end tastes, with construction undertaken with craftsmanship and practical solutions for large family living.
M/Construction was invited to provide services on the luxury family home in the early stages of its development – driving design, project management and ultimately construction of the spacious five-bedroom, four-bathroom residence.
The home was envisioned to accommodate international cooking and guest stays, and the company was pursued for its craftsmanship, which is showcased on a number of bespoke homes throughout Perth’s affluent western suburbs.
However, according to the Director of M/Construction, Mr Michael Read, this house was challenging in that it needed to present as high-end luxury but also be practical enough to accommodate a family of five with young children.
“This home was particularly personal. It was designed to comfortably house an extended family with two children and a grandparent, yet look well-placed in the luxury suburb of Peppermint Grove,” he said.
“The owners wanted ‘common areas’ where the family could come together, as well as separate zones throughout the home, while still presenting as a dramatic yet effortless showpiece.”
The parents’ retreat is a self-sufficient space with library, kitchenette, over-sized en-suite and robes. An additional space is located at the front of the home in a separate wing away from the other accommodation, with views from the en-suite and direct access to the central courtyard.
A dedicated children’s zone comprises of two large bedrooms and private bathrooms for each room.
The home includes an extensive use of natural stone flooring across the ground floor areas, with more subdued timber flooring in the upstairs living spaces. Floor to ceiling glazing dominates almost every aspect of the home with striking natural stone cladding bringing texture to the front façade.
The home’s extravagant 11 metre pool and spa is equipped with fountain features, and a stunning 6m-high marble fireplace demands attention against a more restrained floating staircase and natural light created by large void areas between the two floors.
“Many of the materials are imported and it was important to get the balance right between staging the pieces and practicality,” Mr Read continued.
“The build presented a number of challenges, and often the most unassuming structures became the most complex in terms of engineering. The staircase was most definitely one of these with all the supports hidden in a wall cavity so as to appear to be floating.”
The kitchen hub is nestled between an internal courtyard and the backyard. It has a contemporary layout with marble, integrated Miele appliances and large stone island bench with breakfast bar. It also features a hidden scullery which is fitted with the same materials as the cabinetry to make it disappear when not in use.
M/Construction is part of the M/Group of companies, which is recognised for its attention to detail and progressive approach to new materials and technology.
Mr Read said innovation has become an expectation of bespoke homes, but does not replace the importance of good craftsmanship.
“This home has extensive designer automated lighting throughout and we used a custom made LED feature in the theatre room to depict the night sky throughout the whole ceiling,” he continued.
“M/Construction is often approached on the basis of its ability to think outside the square to deliver a vision, but more often because of its craftsmanship. We invest the time to create an outstanding result.”
For more information visit www.mconstruction.com.au.
Locals Drive Secret Harbour
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Locals Drive Secret Harbour
The unprecedented sale of off-the-plan home sites in Stage 1 of Secret Harbour’s ‘Hamelin Park’ estate has accelerated the land development program, bringing forward the release of Stage 2 to as early as June 2017.
Hamelin Park is located within the established beachside suburb of Secret Harbour. It is walking distance to shops, two minutes to the beach, seven minutes to public transport and 45 minutes commuting time to Perth.
The company behind the estate is M/Land, and Director, Mr John Wroth, said the sheer pace of land sales has been a welcome surprise for the company, with the majority of buyers already being familiar with the area and the value the land represents.
“We deliberately positioned and priced this land to appeal to first home buyers or people looking for affordable properties. This kind of offer has not been available in Secret Harbour for some time and, as this is the last remaining land to be developed in the area, it is unlikely to be repeated,” he said.
“Most of our buyers have been looking to upgrade or move from the rental market, without having to leave the area. The acceleration of the development program has meant that Stage 1 buyers will now receive land titles as early as this month, and Stage 2 titles by the end of the year.”
Secret Harbour was identified by M/Land as a sought after coastal village with an established community of over 10,000 people. The area has schools, major regional shopping centre, health services and transport links, as well as an award winning golf course, newly refurbished surf club and a shopping centre, which is undergoing a $53 million transformation to include Aldi and Coles and specialty shops.
“The new shopping centre is expected to generate around 250 new jobs in addition to those at the existing Woolworths. These kind of local employment opportunities are almost unheard of within new land developments,” Mr Wroth continued.
“There’s no doubt that first homebuyer incentives being at an all-time high and interest rates being so low has been a factor to the estate’s early success, but I believe most buyers realised how unique it is to buy into a new land estate without having to wait years for community infrastructure. We are really proud of what we have been able to deliver to new property owners.”
M/Land is part of the M/Group of companies, an organisation that specialises in the identification and development of niche development opportunities across the State, and is responsible for helping to revitalise environments such as Mount Lawley, South Fremantle and Maylands.
Hamelin Park is the last remaining strategically located parcel of land in Secret Harbour and offers home sites from $169,000 and house and land packages from $329,000, excluding the First Home Buyers grant.
Expressions of interest are invited for Hamelin Park’s stage two release at www.hamelinpark.com.au or email john.wroth@mlandestates.com.au for more information.
Heirloom by Match Wins Coveted Heritage Award
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Heirloom by Match Wins Coveted Heritage Award
Boutique apartment company, Match, stole the show at the 2017 Western Australian Heritage Awards for its work in transforming Fremantle’s iconic Dalgety Wool Stores into unique residential industrial warehouse apartments.
The $130 million heritage restoration project took home awards including the ‘Conservation or Adaptive Reuse of a State Registered Place’, and the prestigious Gerry Gauntlett Award; recognising an outstanding achievement of adaptive reuse in Western Australia.
The project, which was developed in collaboration with Capital Joint Venture Partner, Sirona Capital, is one of the largest heritage renewals in the State, and award judges acknowledged it as a “…massive undertaking that required Match to reach above and beyond to find innovative solutions to conserve and enhance original heritage fabric whilst satisfying building, safety and utility requirements as well as customer expectation.”
The site had sat largely unused for 20 years and the judges said the project is “a testament to the dedication and financial commitment of its owners.”
Managing Director of parent company M/Group, Mr Lloyd Clark, said the awards are a great honour and ‘icing on the cake’ for residents who are now experiencing how it feels to live in the depths of history.
“Drawing on our experience with heritage renewals, we knew from the outset that this project would present challenges, however we also saw it as an extremely important opportunity.
“Match is in the business of developing signature properties. It is our firm belief that people want more from their homes, and today new apartment owners are creating their own space amidst 100 year old Jarrah beams and original heritage features,” he said.
“To be honoured so significantly at the Western Australian Heritage Awards is a credit to the tireless work of the entire project team, who left no stone unturned to make this building as special as it now is. It is an extremely proud moment for M/Group.”
Heirloom by Match was designed by Dominic Snellgrove of Cameron Chisholm Nicol and constructed by national top tier construction company, Built.
The development team worked in collaboration with the City of Fremantle, State Government and heritage authorities to achieve a positive outcome.
Mayor Brad Pettitt said the Fremantle Council is a big supporter of adapting heritage buildings for modern uses.
“It’s hard to imagine a better result than what we now see at Heirloom. After being tired and run down for decades, the east end of Fremantle has become a very attractive place to live and work. The Heirloom development has been a major driver in this ongoing transformation,” he said.
“Congratulations to Match and the development team for their passion and commitment to ensuring our heritage buildings are retained for future generations of people to enjoy.”
Heirloom by Match has retained over 85% of heritage fabric across 183 apartments. It has exposed the buildings infamous saw tooth roof to allow natural light and airflow through a spacious central atrium.
“Heirloom is unquestionably Match’s most significant development project in the company’s 16 year history. Its location close to Fremantle’s café strip and between the river and the beach is ideal, and it has helped to activate the City of Fremantle’s plans to extend Fremantle’s activity centre into its eastern corridor gateway,” Mr Clark continued.
“The renewal process was sensitive in nature and proved extremely complex. However, the recognition and accolades we have received are both humbling and extremely rewarding.”
Match had previously received the coveted Gerry Gauntlett Award in 2008 for its highly acclaimed Home warehouse apartments located in Perth CBD. The company is also responsible for the heritage-listed Maymont in Maylands, which effectively injected new life into the area, as well as a range of cutting-edge design-inspired apartment properties throughout Perth.
Heirloom by Match has available ‘move in ready’ apartments from $450,000 and two-bedroom apartments from $650,000, with a limited number of harbour facing Lofts available from $950,000.
A small number of residential leasing opportunities also exist to approved applicants.
The Heirloom display apartments are open by appointment. For more information visit www.heirloombymatch.com.au or contact 0432 660 066
M/24 by Match Construction Completed
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M/24 by Match Construction Completed
Construction completion has been achieved at M/24 by Match located in Leederville. The striking façade sits proudly on Carr Place giving this apartment development a presence like no other in the area.
Heirloom Transformation
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Heirloom Transformation
Construction completion has been achieved at Heirloom by Match located in Fremantle. This iconic warehouse conversion sits proud along the harbour in the popular Port City.
Masterpiece takes FORM at Port Coogee
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Masterpiece takes FORM at Port Coogee
Construction has commenced on the highly anticipated 50-apartment marina-side complex designed by one of Western Australia’s most reputed Architects in collaboration with the cutting- edge style of boutique property company, Match.
Form is the creation of Geoff Warn of Donaldson & Warn, who is renowned for ‘looking outside the square’ and creating designs that really stand out.
It is located just 50metres from Port Coogee marina and waterfront, and comprises both single and double level, one, two and three bedroom apartments set within a striking façade that makes the most of the surrounds.
Match Managing Director, Mr Lloyd Clark, said the property is already over 70% sold out and believes that anyone who appreciate innovations within the context of a floor plan have found it hard to go back to a conventional boxed-in apartment.
“True to its name, Form makes a statement through creative use of space, light and features. It moves away from the traditional single level apartment to introduce diversity into the environment,” he says.
“The exterior is striking, which speaks directly to the local community and a demand for signature residences. Inside, however, restraint is shown with clean, white and timeless interiors. This is intentionally designed to create a blank canvas for buyers to individualise with furniture and artwork.
Geoff Warn has worked with Match on two previous developments; the highly acclaimed ‘Summer’ and ‘Tempo’ in South Beach. He says Form is blessed with excellent amenity, including a public landscaped space directly opposite and the beach very close, which was used as inspiration to realise the most architectural and lifestyle benefits available.
“Form employs a block formation in response to the site’s geometry and orientation. We have strived to maximise the views and benefits of orientation, and the “blocks” make for a strong clear form that is further distinguished by material differences to give the total development a definite sense of scale,” he said.
“The block arrangement also results in two main entries, and several benefits emanate from a single design strategy.”
Most apartments are north facing with many offer sweeping ocean views. As with all Match developments, each apartment incorporates signature large balconies and high ceilings – features that have become synonymous with the company and its designs.
“Geoff Warn and Match share a common design philosophy and extended design vision that ultimately looks to enhance the streetscapes, particularly in popular beachside suburbs. However, Form is ultimately about the end user and nothing has been spared to create an environment for individuals to put their stamp on and make it their own,” Mr Clark continues.
“Not everyone can picture a completed project from plans, so the construction phase is a great time for us to showcase our vision. We anticipate Form will attract increased community attention once it starts taking shape and people realise how unique it really is. It is truly a rare piece of work”
All apartments feature Bosch appliances and Rogerseller tap ware. Prices start from $375,000 for one-bedroom apartments, and $575,000 for two-bedroom apartments.
Completion of construction is scheduled for early 2018.
For more information visit www.formbymatch.com.au or contact Chris Balmont on 0432 066 066.