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The perfectly co-ordinated
splashback and island bench
work harmoniously together
in this space.
ONE
OF A KIND
This double-storey dwelling came to
fruition when its owner and builder
approached Ultimate Design &
Drafting with a simple proposition:
he wanted to create his dream home
with a twist! There was no desire to blend in
with the neighbours or create something that
had been seen before; this house needed to
be diff erent.
This home has an incredible view. It’s
built on a cliff top and overlooks not only a
picturesque valley, but also the rustic beauty
of the city. Inspiration was pulled from
An outstanding
appearance and
unique style help
this dream home
stand out from
the crowd
this scene and the design was strategically
planned to capitalise on the metropolitan
site as well as the dramatic backdrop of
the quarry. It was decided that
a minimalist approach was the best option
to take advantage of this and the space
began to take shape.
Right from the start, the sloped
block posed a challenge. With an endless
amount of skill and experience, Ultimate
Design & Drafting was able to work
around these boundaries and still
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produce a successful result with the home’s
design. At the end of the day, the challenges
simply fuelled everyone’s satisfaction and joy
when the home was complete.
The open living design, along with an
abundance of windows, fl oods the home with
natural light. With the spotted gum fl ooring
and neutral tones of the walls, this lighting has
been utilised to perfection. All features of the
home benefi t from this natural source of light,
including the four bedrooms, three bathrooms,
powder rooms, study, laundry, kitchen and
living area. Downlights and LED lights also off er
an illuminated treat in the home when required.
Rendered bricks and rusty tiles throughout
this residence not only off er reassurance in their
durability, but also off set the minimalist details
and create a sense of homely warmth and
comfort. Spotted gum fl ooring can be found
throughout the upstairs living area and on the
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THERE WAS NO DESIRE TO BLEND
IN WITH THE NEIGHBOURS OR
CREATE SOMETHING THAT HAD
BEEN SEEN BEFORE; THIS HOUSE
NEEDED TO BE DIFFERENT.
Top Using a variety of
exterior materials off ers
a colourful sense of play to
the outside.
Above Sleek and
streamlined design gives
this hub of the house
contemporary appeal.
Left The distinctive features
of the bathroom basin
contribute a unique element
to the design.
staircase for a clean and polished look that sets
this house apart.
The upstairs living area and kitchen are
undoubtedly the highlights of the home. From
its balcony, this upper level boasts stunning
views of the city and valley and is a welcome
haven in which to relax and let an afternoon
pass by.
The kitchen is a classic design, with luxury
features including a CaesarStone benchtop,
textured glass splashback and chic high-quality
cabinetry in white. Stainless-steel appliances
add an extra touch of glamour while another
hidden work area provides an opportunity to
get messy kitchen activities completed out of
sight from the main living area.
Step into any of the bathrooms and you’ll
see the minimalist eff ect come to life through
streamlined fi ttings and vanities. In one of the
smaller wet areas, white vanities complement
the earthy colour of the tiles while the larger
bathroom creates a heightened sense of the
luxurious, with white hues set against large,
dark tiling to create a simple, yet visually
stunning result. There’s ample space to enjoy
a larger-than-average shower and bath in the
bathroom, as well as two basins for extra
added convenience.
No dream home would be complete
without an entertainment quarter. This home
includes every movie lover’s dream lounging
area, with two-tiered fl ooring to replicate the
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STEP INTO ANY OF
THE BATHROOMS
AND YOU’LL SEE THE
MINIMALIST EFFECT
COME TO LIFE THROUGH
STREAMLINED FITTINGS
AND VANITIES.
look and feel of a cinema with the creature
comforts of cosy leather couches.
Ultimate Design & Drafting has once again
created a home that strategically marries the
company’s creativity and skill to bring to life this
client’s dream home.
ULTIMATE DESIGN & DRAFTING
Offi ce 8, 323-325 Pascoe Vale Road, Essendon Vic 3040 |
Tel 03 9008 0253 | Fax 03 9374 2444 | Email joey.bondin@
ultimatedesign.com.au | Website www.ultimatedesign.com.au |
Photography Andrew Lecky
The luxurious openplan
layout allows for
easy social interaction
and entertaining.
A simple colour palette for
the bathroom never goes
astray. This two-toned
space makes a very
bold statement.
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