Selwyn Times: May 24, 2016

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Your guide to Show Homes & New Sections
in the Selwyn District
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Show homeS illustrate the style and
quality of the houses constructed by a
particular building company and the
hallmark homes Lincoln show home is an
example of a high standard of building work
and uniqueness of design.
“we wanted a design that any homeowner
would be proud to tell their friends and
family about,” explains Lance eccles from
hallmark’s marketing team.
The concept ideas were first developed
by esther Bonne who along with husband
mike, are owner Directors of hallmark
homes. They sat down with architect Peter
Dunbar with the end result ‘The Nevis’, an
attractive 240 square metre home.
“we’ve used the home as a ‘showcase of
ideas’ with the specification sitting in the
middle to upper end of the market,”
adds Lance.
The design is ideal for east west siting to
soak up the sun, making it extremely energy
efficient with a solar PVC system and full
home automation.
“Imagine arriving home on a cold winter’s
night to a warm house, the heating and
lights having been remotely switched on via
your cell phone,” suggests Lance who adds
that this system is also great for security.
The living room has a five metre cathedral
ceiling with gable windows while the family
kitchen and dining areas sit at 3.4 metres.
This gives a spacious feeling and allows
higher windows for more sunlight, warmth
and lower energy costs.
“when I walk into ‘The Nevis’, the sun
is streaming in and the house is naturally
warm even when there’s been no heating on
and it’s a cold morning,” adds Lance.
From outside, this house is set apart by
the featured cedar cladding, along with the
schist stone chimney.
Indoors, the spaciousness continues
with the family, dining and kitchen
areas. The latter reflects overseas trends
where food preparation and washing up
are undertaken in a large scullery that
includes sink and appliances, leaving a
classy kitchen with granite benchtops
making it the heartbeat for the family and
a place for entertaining.
From the living room, double stacking
sliders lead to a covered all weather
outdoor area. here a Vergola remote
controlled louvered system lets light in and
shuts out the rain.
Sliders also lead out from the lounge
which is internally separated from the
living spaces by feature double doors. This
magnificent room has seagrass wallpaper
and a built-in sound system.
All four bedrooms are capacious. The
master has a fully tiled roomy ensuite with
walk-in shower, double vanities and a
skylight providing natural light. The main
bathroom also has a walk-in shower along
with a free standing bath giving a feeling of
opulence.
Hallmark has gone the extra mile
with this stunning home making it
worth viewing which is possible 11am-
4pm, Wednesdays to Sundays (or by
arrangement) at 49 Vernon Drive in
Lincoln’s Te Whāriki sub-division.
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home with
Artisan Homes
Your local registered
Master Builder
5 Broomleigh Drive in Rolleston’s Faringdon
Artisan Homes’ show home is open every day (Fri by Appt)
8.30am-5pm Mon-Thur,
Fri by appointment, and 12-4pm Sat/Sun.
To contact Rob: phone 374 9172,
mobile 021 324 876 or
email: robin@artisanhomes.co.nz.
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Let Rob and his team work with you to produce your own unique plan.
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Phone - 03 374 9172 or Rob 021 324 876
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