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long-time territorians john roberts and
jan cashion shot to prominence when
their stable took top honours in the 2007
darwin cup carnival. the couple had better
prepare themselves for some more press
with this durack masterpiece.
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the curvature of the barramundi-tail-inspired roof is the
first in a long line of signature vantage design elements.
This is John and Jan’s third project with Vantage Homes. With two
homes and a major renovation already chalked up, the couple are
under no illusions as to why the two parties have collaborated yet
again. “Tom, Gary, Andy, Kate and the entire Vantage team are
extremely professional and easy to deal with”, Jan said. “We are very
happy with their level of workmanship, attention to detail, ability to
meet deadlines and the after-sales service has been more than we could
have asked for. This project in particular had to go back to the drawing
board a few times but the entire process went smoothly. They were as
keen as we were to get the end result we wanted.”
With a design brief underpinned by clean lines, functionality and easy
maintenance, the inclusion of a ‘room to move’ clause came as no
surprise. ”Coming from Bees Creek into a built-up suburb like Durack,
having enough space and privacy was a huge consideration, but the
Vantage team have got the utmost out of the block with the house
backing onto the golf course and a park adjacent.”
The curvature of the barramundi-tail-inspired roof is the first in a
long line of signature Vantage design elements. Consisting of three
bedrooms and two bathrooms, the property also boasts a sewing room,
golf buggy room, and an impressive outdoor area which leverages from
its tranquil bush surrounds.
Oversized 600 x 600mm tiles are in flawless play with the cream
walls and down-lighting to create a clean and gleaming ambience
throughout. The lounge room features a recessed feature wall which
accommodates all entertainment amenities and provides a theatrical
feel to the room. The extensive use of louvred windows creates airiness
and promotes the flow of cross breezes.
The kitchen is another of the home’s stand alone features. The red
splashback offers a vibrant contrast to the spacious and more neutral
tones of the cabinets and drawers provided by Custom Cabinets. Also
sporting gas cooktops, concealed range hood, integrated oven and
microwave, Hansa Stone benchtops provided by C & A Granite &
Marble Works and walk-in pantry, the kitchen is a functional yet
striking creation.
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The dining room features a built-in china cabinet,
which also houses another very important item – the
2007 Darwin Cup as part of the syndicate in overall
winner Shout Out Loud. John and Jan both keep very
fond memories of the day and still entertain hopes of
one day returning to the winner’s circle. “That was by
far and away the highlight of the year. Whenever we
have company the topic of the Cup always comes up
and we always enjoy telling the story.”
The master bedroom, with picturesque views of the
adjoining golf course, is another very innovative
space. Screens and bi-fold doors throughout the
house enable it to exist as a number of separate
rooms or as one larger conglomerate. In this instance
the master bedroom opens up onto the masterfully
designed undercover verandah. Itself featuring a 600
x 600mm tile, the space gives way to a dedicated
outdoor food preparation and cooking facility, and a
contemporary styled pool area with glass frontage.
John and Jan’s respective ‘favourite rooms’ differ
largely in size and function. For Jan it is her dedicated
sewing space with mobile work station, whilst for
John it’s the golf buggy room. Separate from the
garage, the buggy conveniently backs out onto the
golf course giving John more time to hit the links.
“The build process and finished product ticked all
of our boxes and if we were ever to have another
property built you can rest assured it’d be with
Vantage Homes”, Jan finishes with.
The property recently won Custom Built Home
in the $750,000 to $1,000,000 category as well
as receiving two Highly Commended Awards for
Kitchen Design over $21,000 and Bathroom Design
over $21,000 at the Master Builders NT awards.
Vantage Homes, Ph: 08 8932 7076
www.vantagehomes.com.au
this gorgeous durack home overlooks the golf course and
comes with a mini drive-in garage for the golf buggy and a huge
outdoor living area overlooking the course.
Builder:
Vantage Homes Pty Ltd
Designer:Andy Matthewson
Roof Trusses:
Trade Building Supplies
Cabinetmaking:
Custom Cabinets & Joinery
Stone Benchtops:
C & A Granite & Marble Works
Kitchen Splashback: S & T Domestic Glazing Service
Appliance:
Oasis Betta Electrical
Tiles:Cerbis Ceramics
Electrical Contractors:
Protective Electrical Engineering
Airconditioning:
Sam Eyles Refrigeration
Plumbing Supplies:
Reece
Plumbing Contractor:
Virginia Plumbing Services
Painitng:Scott Morris
Showerscreens:
Mirrors, Robes & Shower Screens
Outdoor Room Screens:
Dabsco
Internal Doors & Hardware:
Trade Building Supplies
Garden Plants:
Allora Gardens
Window Furnishings:
Curtains on Cavenagh
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