BIOPHILIA IN ARCHITECTURE BE INSPIRED BY ZEN GARDENS THE PALM SPRINGS AND THE RISE OF THE FUR BABY - BY WEBB & BROWN-NEAVES
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
STYLE BY WEBB & BROWN-NEAVES
MAGAZINE
BIOPHILIA IN
ARCHITECTURE
BE INSPIRED BY
ZEN GARDENS
THE PALM SPRINGS
AND THE RISE OF THE
FUR BABY
1 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB
STYLE:
WHAT’S 16
INSIDE
22
Display home inspiration 4
Biophilia in architecture 10 12
Zen gardens 12
Family of five 16 42
The Palm Springs and
the rise of the fur baby 20
Surrounded by words 22
Devoted to design with Jen Farr 26
Get inspired 34
Sea change 38
How intelligent is your home? 40
4
Forever home 42
20
2 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 3
HOW MUCH FREEDOM DO
YOU HAVE IN SELECTING
THE THEME FOR EACH
DISPLAY HOME DISPLAY HOME?
I’m lucky to have the freedom to propose a
INSPIRATION
theme for every display home we create. It’s a
privilege to be trusted by the Display Team to
come up with the best vision in-line with the
requirements of the design brief. In the design
brief section, it usually only contains four
words: “Leave this to Joseph.”
WE ASK JOSEPH CALASARA,
WEBB AND BROWN-NEAVES’
INNOVATION AND NEW PRODUCT
DESIGNER ABOUT HIS INSPIRATION.
HOW DO YOU FIND
INSPIRATION FOR EACH
DISPLAY HOME?
Inspiration is all around us. It can sometimes
be found in unusual places and unexpected
ways; something as simple as having a coffee
and listening to music.
It is also true that inspiration can be fleeting
and sometimes difficult to find when you
need it. Personally, I plan ahead by making
creativity a part of my daily routine. I will then
put together a collection of inspiration for each
display home that I create.
4 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 5
INSPIRATION
IS ALL AROUND US.
IT CAN SOMETIMES
BE FOUND IN
UNUSUAL PLACES
AND UNEXPECTED
WAYS.
6 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 7
IS THERE A DESIGN THAT IS
DISPLAY INSPIRATION
HOW MUCH DOES THE PARTICULARLY MEMORABLE
LOCATION OF THE DISPLAY FOR YOU? WHY DOES IT
HOME INFLUENCE THE STAND OUT?
DESIGN? The Kuro display home is particularly
memorable for me. Aside from the home’s
Location plays a major part in designing a theme, which is a combination of Japanese
display home. We need to understand how the aesthetic and Scandinavian raw functionality,
location affects the outcome of the product by the attention to detail is what makes this house
analysing its visual importance, demographic, special. Standout features include the space
topography and street culture. The location planning and layout which incorporates the
also inspires me to design a display home that design theory of compression and expansion,
complements the vernacular architecture and the custom details, the seamless staircase and
streetscapes of the locality. balustrade, the kitchen design and the Zen
garden.
8 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 9
“It is a proven fact that biophilic design
improves overall health and wellbeing
of the occupant,” Joseph said. “With an
overload of technology, biophilic design will
create an environment of total relaxation.”
And with other benefits including
improved productivity, increased employee
engagement and reduced stress levels, it
is no wonder biophilic design is making its
way into the workplace.
BIOPHILIA IN
According to Joseph, recent changes in
technology have had a significant influence
on the rise of this architectural trend.
ARCHITECTURE: “Biophilic design is quite a common
concept in the architectural world, but it is
only now becoming more noticeable due to
INCORPORATING NATURE Architects have incorporated biophilia into
industrial and technological overload that
reshapes how we interact with nature.”
INTO DESIGN design, creating a concept used within
the building industry to increase occupant
“It isn’t just popular in residential design,
its seen more and more in buildings and
connectivity to the natural environment.
specifically in workplaces where people
We spoke to WB Innovation and New spend most of their time.”
Product Designer, Joseph Calasara, about
Sustainability and energy efficiency are
this growing architectural trend.
BIOPHILIA IS ABOUT popular topics of discussion in the modern
“For me, Biophilic design is not just looking age and are becoming more important
INTEGRATING NATURE
at nature from the window, but integrating in the architectural world. Biophilic
AND OTHER LIFE nature and other life forms into the design considers this by incorporating
FORMS INTO DESIGN. design solution,” he said. “It enhances the sustainability into certain areas of the
IT ENHANCES THE connectivity of the occupant to the natural design, in unique and unconventional ways.
CONNECTION TO THE environment and the design aesthetics
improve overall wellbeing and emotional “BY ENSURING ADEQUATE
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
TO IMPROVE OVERALL
comfort.” ACCESS TO SUN AND
WELLBEING AND Through the increasing popularity and use PASSIVE VENTILATION
EMOTIONAL COMFORT.
of technology, we are seeing a decrease in THROUGHOUT THE
our interaction with nature. Incorporating
nature into our lives has never been so HOME, BIOPHILIC DESIGN
important, with long hours at the office and MINIMISES ENERGY
longer commute times preventing us from USE AND REDUCES
spending enough time in the natural world.
GREENHOUSE GAS
Spending most of our time in a built
environment can have negative effects
EMISSIONS.”
on the human mind and body, and it is “Environmental care and awareness are
important to incorporate nature into our some of the most common considerations
lives as they are. in the increasing demand for incorporating
sustainability into residential design,”
Incorporating plants, trees, light, air, or
he said. “The sun, natural lighting and
water into the home can have significant
ventilation, water and plants are essentials
benefits for the resident, including
in achieving the essence of biophilic
improved mental wellbeing and improved
design.”
physical health.
10 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 11
ZEN
GARDENS
ZEN GARDENS ARE AN INTERESTING AND
DEEPLY SPIRITUAL ASPECT OF JAPANESE
GARDENING TRADITIONS. GET THE LOOK IN YOUR
OWN GARDEN WITH THESE TIPS CURATED BY
THE WB DESIGN TEAM.
12 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 13
5 TIPS
TO SOFTEN AN
OUTDOOR SPACE THAT
MIGHT FEEL MODERN
WHAT ARE SOME KEY
ELEMENTS OFTEN INCLUDED AND STERILE
IN ZEN GARDENS?
Zen gardens emphasise naturalness
and simplicity. Rocks, sand and water
features are the key elements of these
gardens. Bringing them together creates
a work of art and draws the viewer into a TAKE US THROUGH THE GARDEN SPACE
state of contemplation. AT THE KURO DISPLAY HOME BY WB.
The outdoor area is separated into four spaces. The front
yard features a sunken moon garden and a deck entry with
1.
Add a few large feature pots and fill
integrated boulders. The Zen garden next to the alfresco with large plants.
has an organic-shaped stepper that is gradually raised to
create circular seating. This leads to a moon gate near the
secret lawn sanctuary. Located centrally is a swimming
pool that is visible from almost all areas of the home. 2.
Add a garden sculpture or water
ZEN GARDENS
feature to create a focal point and to
cool the space.
3.
Try growing a few climbers and
creeper plants to keep you cool.
CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THE
PLANTS AT THE KURO AND WHY
THEY WERE CHOSEN?
4.
Provide a little bit of colour in either
The planting palettes are carefully selected to planting or outdoor furnishing to lift
complement the overall outcome. From a selection cold space and bring warmth and
of bamboo species, feature trees and ground cheer.
covers, we work closely with our landscape
architect to deliver a perfect Zen atmosphere. To
provide an outstanding street presence, the front
moon-shaped sunken garden was planted with a
cluster of Forest Pansy trees and mature Chinese
5.
Hanging plants and hanging baskets
Elms to frame the façade nicely. can be a good addition too.
WHY IS THIS STYLE SO
APPEALING? The swimming pool is surrounded with lines of
nicely trimmed bamboos and a Japanese maple
Zen gardens are intended to imitate
located at the end of the timber bridge. The rest of
the intimate essence of nature. They
the planting is a combination of subtropical plants
provide a tranquil environment which
with outstanding textures and contrasts.
is what makes this type of garden so
appealing.
14 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 15
THE GUTHRIE FAMILY
FAMILY
OF FIVE WITH A GROWING FAMILY COMES
THE NEED FOR A LARGER HOUSE.
KNOCKDOWN AND REBUILD CLIENTS
BIANCA AND LEON GUTHRIE SHARE THEIR
THOUGHTS ON THEIR BUILDING JOURNEY.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE
BUILDING JOURNEY?
One of our favourite parts was seeing our home come
together during the building process but the early and
late stages (especially moving in) were the best. Webb &
Brown-Neaves understood what we wanted and seeing
a drawing of our home for the first time was amazing.
We were very lucky to have a great supervisor who kept
us well informed. Our Client Liaison officer also made
things very easy. We have our jobs and three kids, so
it was certainly a busy period, but the Webb & Brown-
Neaves team supported us the whole time.
WHAT PROMPTED YOU TO BUILD?
We had looked for an established home to give us
more space for our growing family but we couldn’t
find anything we liked in the right location. The homes
that were in our price range all needed a lot of work.
We had renovated our last home since we bought it 14
years prior so in the end we decided to knockdown and
rebuild.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE PART OF THE HOME AND
WHY?
There are so many favourite parts. We love all of the
different living spaces we have. As well as the main
living area, we have a separate TV room for the kids
and the deck, balcony and sitting room upstairs give us
so many places to relax and everyone can have their
own space. The kitchen is also great - we are enjoying
cooking and chatting to the kids around the island
bench. The bathroom feels like I’m in a hotel with the
freestanding bath and marble-look tiles.
16 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 17
TOP
BUILDING
WHAT INCLUSIONS WERE IMPORTANT TO YOU?
We wanted the house to be as finished as possible TIPS FROM
so having the painting, lighting and air-conditioning
included was really important. We also wanted some THE GUTHRIE
different things in terms of windows, lighting and layout.
WB were flexible with the specifications and also the
design. We loved the floorboards on the WB display
FAMILY:
homes so we decided to use their flooring contractor.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A BUDDING HOME
BUILDER?
1.
“DO YOUR RESEARCH AND KNOW
Do your research and know what you want as well as
know the builder’s reputation and what they specialise WHAT YOU WANT AS WELL AS KNOW
in. We had friends who built with WB so we had THE BUILDERS’ REPUTATION AND
FAMILY OF FIVE
confidence from that point of view in that they had a WHAT THEY SPECIALISE IN. WE HAD
good quality home and also great service afterwards.
FRIENDS WHO BUILT WITH WEBB
Being our first build, this was really important. Leon is
in the building industry, but it was still a steep learning & BROWN-NEAVES SO WE HAD
curve for us, so it was really important to use a builder CONFIDENCE FROM THAT POINT OF
with experience and quality builds behind their name. VIEW THAT THEY COULD PROVIDE US
When I asked our Building & Design Consultant, Kim
WITH A GOOD QUALITY HOME AND
Gartrell what we were getting for our money he said,
‘peace of mind’ and he was right. ALSO GREAT SERVICE AFTERWARDS.”
2.
HOW IMPORTANT WAS THE PRESTART STAGE
TO YOU?
The Prestart stage is important. This is the time to
consider everything from power points and lighting to a
“THE PRESTART PROCESS IS REALLY
gas outlet for the BBQ. Time spent here asking lots of IMPORTANT AND THIS IS THE TIME
questions and doing research will get you what you want TO CONSIDER EVERYTHING FROM
and mean less stress and less extra money along the POWER POINTS AND LIGHTING TO A
way. We still had variations but most things were already
considered and in some cases we actually got money
GAS OUTLET FOR THE BARBEQUE.
back. We’ve been living here for a year and there’s TIME SPENT HERE ASKING LOTS OF
nothing we need to change. WB helped us make sure we QUESTIONS AND DOING RESEARCH
thought of everything. WILL GET YOU WHAT YOU WANT AND
MEAN LESS STRESS AND LESS EXTRA
MONEY ALONG THE WAY.”
18 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 19In our latest Mosman Park display home, The
Palm Springs, the furry member of the family
gets their own dedicated ‘pet place’ complete
with a custom-designed bed and cabinetry
which includes a slide-out food drawer and
ample space to store pet items.
We spoke to WB Innovation and New Product
Designer, Joseph Calasara about
THE PALM SPRINGS his inspiration behind the pet zone in The
Palm Springs and his predictions around
the impact this will have on the future of
AND THE RISE OF
home design.
“The Palm Springs pet zone was designed to
make the most of the space,” he said. “There
THE FUR BABY
is a dedicated space for a pet which will
create a more organised area and hide clutter.
Located in the laundry, it is the perfect spot
for cleaning and washing your dog with direct
access to the outside.”
Pets have become highly valued and are
often considered a member of the family.
IN AUSTRALIA AND AROUND THE They have become incredibly important when
WORLD, PETS ARE BECOMING making purchasing decisions such as where
MORE POPULAR AND VALUED, to live and when building a home and Joseph
believes the impact on the future of home
OFTEN INFLUENCING FINANCIAL
design will be exponential.
DECISIONS.
Australia has one of the highest rates of
pet ownership in the world, with 62% of
households owning a pet according to the Pet Pictured below: Executive General Manager of
Industry Association of Australia (PIAA). With Webb and Brown-Neaves, Jeff Hayres pictured with his
own fur babies, Huey and Bonnie at The Palm Springs.
a pet population of 24 million in 2018, the fur
baby is on the rise and impacting our lives in
more ways than one.
Australians spend $12.2 billion a year on their
fur babies according to the PIAA, with the
RSPCA estimating the average cost of owning
a dog to be around $13,000 over the course
of its lifetime. With two-thirds of households
regarding their pet as part of the family, it is
no wonder home design is changing to suit the
needs of the fur baby.
20 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 21WHETHER YOU’RE A READING
FANATIC, NEED A SPACE TO WORK
AT HOME OR ARE WONDERING HOW
TO MAKE USE OF THAT DISUSED
SPARE ROOM, A HOME LIBRARY
MIGHT BE FOR YOU.
In the digital age, the online world captures our
attention more often than many of us would
like to admit and books are often pushed aside.
But nothing compares to the exciting world of
storytelling that draws us in with every turn of
the page.
Not to mention, the incredible benefits growing
up surrounded by books can have. A 2018 study
conducted by the Australian National University
of 160,000 adults from 31 countries found that
more books in the home was linked to higher
proficiency in areas such as literacy, numeracy,
and information communication technology.
The study concluded that growing up with
fewer books in the home results in below
average literacy levels. And it seems that 80 is
the golden number. A child growing up with at
least 80 books in their home will have greater
literacy and numeracy levels in adulthood.
SURROUNDED
BY WORDS:
THE POWER OF THE HOME LIBRARY
22 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 23A home library is often a place to relax and
unwind, so getting the design right is highly
important. We spoke to our Innovation and New
Product Designer Joseph Calasara to get his
take on designing your very own home library.
“A home library is a cosy space that brings an
instant sense of calm,” he said. “It’s a place
where you can keep a record of who you are
and celebrate your history and joy of reading,
showcasing collections, hobbies and other
personal interests.”
When it comes to styling your home library,
Joseph’s biggest piece of advice is to think
about the purpose of the space. “Is it a space
for your children or a more formal space for
adults?” he asked. “Or perhaps a dual purpose
“A HOME LIBRARY IS of both reading and studying. Identifying the
purpose of the space will help inspire the
A COSY SPACE THAT overall theme and mood of the room.”
BRINGS AN INSTANT A room dedicated to reading is not just for
the avid bookworm. Joseph believes a home
SENSE OF CALM.” library can work in any home. “A home library
can work in any household whether you are a
serious reader and collector or just love having
SURROUNDED BY WORDS
a cosy corner to enjoy away from the busy
household.”
“It’s a multi-functional space that can
accommodate a study nook or flexible space to
conduct a small home office.”
24 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 25DEVOTED
TO DESIGN:
JEN FARR
Her fascination with design has led her “We were originally going to build The
to complete her second Webb & Brown- Moda until I found The Eden featured in a
Neaves home which was completed in New Homes lift out in the paper.” she said.
February 2020. “We decided to visit and amazingly, it was
almost the exact same layout as the last
“My favourite part of the building journey is
home we built with Webb & Brown-Neaves
WITH A PASSION FOR looking for the perfect design and tweaking
in 2015, so we knew the design worked well
it to suit my needs,” she said. “I love ending
INTERIOR DESIGN AND for us and our needs.”
up with a brand-new house designed and
A DEDICATION TO HER decorated just the way I want it. A home Having built with Webb & Brown-Neaves
INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT, that no one has lived in before!” previously, choosing to build with them
SECOND-TIME Jen is currently building her second Webb
again was a no-brainer. “They are a well-
WEBB & BROWN-NEAVES respected, trusted name in the building
& Brown-Neaves home in Perth’s Southern
industry and the design and decoration of
CLIENT, JEN FARR TRULY suburb of Salter Point with a replica of
their display homes is superior.”
ENJOYS THE BUILDING WB’s Display Home, The Eden.
PROCESS.
26 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 27JEN’S SIX
BUILDING
TIPS:
Jen and her husband Clinton are downsizers,
1.
Have a realistic budget, as extras you add to your
with their last home being built on a
DEVOTED TO DESIGN
build will raise the cost.
900-square metre block. “We definitely needed
a smaller block. Our last home was way too
big for just the two of us and required a lot of
maintenance. Our new home will be built on a
2.
Consider the finish of the house, including flooring,
485-square metre block, which will be perfect
window treatments, lighting and landscaping.
for us.”
Jen has a passion for interior design, which
started at a young age. She runs a well-known
Instagram page, @designdevotee, with a
3.
I would always choose to build a display home now
healthy following in excess of 50,000, dedicated as you know exactly how the design will turn out
to her love of all things design. “I have loved and what you’re getting for your money.
interior design my entire life. When I was about
10-years-old, I used to make two-storey doll
houses out of shoe boxes and sew curtains and
bedlinen for the furniture I made for it.”
4.
Read all documentation very carefully and go
through it several times to make sure you haven’t
missed anything.
5.
Do all your research early in the process to ensure
you know exactly what taps, basins and wall
colours will best suit the style of home you are
building.
6.
I would suggest asking for help from an interior
designer so you end up with a cohesive look that
suits your style and the way you live.
28 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 29THE CASA
1.
GET Caramel Leather Bar Stools
Empire Homewares
$299 each
2.
Jones Leather Dining Chairs
Barnaby Lane
INSPIRED
$650 each
3.
Clay Pendant Lights
Lighting Collective
$849 each
WB INTERIOR
DESIGN CONSULTANT
MELISSA REDWOOD’S
FAVOURITE ITEMS
FROM OUR DISPLAY
HOMES.
4.
Beauford Sandstone Flooring
Eco Outdoor
POA
Visit The Casa at 34 Biara Gardens Mount Claremont.
For display opening hours visit wbhomes.com.au
30 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 31A CONTEMPORARY
SPANISH VILLA
INFUSED WITH
TEXTURES, PATTERNS
AND RUSTIC PALETTES.
32 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 33THE PALM SPRINGS
6.
Puzzle Aland (250mm x 250mm) Floor Tiles
Myaree Ceramics
$123.75 per square metre
5.
GET INSPIRED
Cocoon Aeris
7.
Floating Fireplace
Cocoon Fires
POA
Jeffrey’s Bay
Outdoor Hammock
Uniqwa
$2199
8.
White Racquet Easy
Chairs and Sidetable
Guest Furniture
$1162
34 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 35THE PALM SPRINGS
FUSES CALIFORNIA MOD
WITH NOSTALGIC
GLAMOUR.
36 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 37SEA
THE MUIRS
“WE WANTED A HOME WHICH WOULD BE MODERN,
FUNCTIONAL AND SUIT OUR INDIVIDUAL WANTS AND
CHANGE NEEDS WITH A VIEW, TAKING US INTO OUR “OLD AGE.”
WHY DID YOU DECIDE TO BUILD NEW WHICH INCLUSIONS WERE MOST
INSTEAD OF BUYING ESTABLISHED? IMPORTANT TO YOU?
After selling our property in Yallingup, we High ceilings, plenty of light, top quality
looked for a house in the areas we wanted products and highly skilled trades. The
to live in but couldn’t find anything that latest technology was available and there
fitted our requirements. We had some were highly qualified and helpful staff who
building experience once with WB and offered advice and guidance at all stages
decided that, as we knew exactly what we of the build. From Sales, Finance, Design
wanted, we would build a home specifically and Prestart, everyone we dealt with was
to suit us. helpful and knowledgeable throughout the
building journey.
DOES THE HOME REFLECT YOUR
PERSONALITY? WHAT DID YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT THE
BUILDING JOURNEY?
We both wanted to live by the ocean but
still be close to family, the golf club and Seeing the finished product emerge over
shops. We wanted a home which would be the months after all the planning and
modern, functional and suit our individual organising and the delight at how well it all
wants and needs with a view, taking us into worked out.
our ‘old age’. The home is warm in winter
DOWNSIZERS KERRY
and cool in summer, with a manageable
AND JON MUIR MOVED outdoor area and indoor spaces for all
WHAT IS THE MOST DIFFICULT THING
ABOUT BUILDING A HOME?
FROM YALLINGUP TO seasons. Jon loves to have somewhere to
WATERMANS BAY AND ‘tinker’ and we both like plenty of storage. Waiting to move in!
HAVE NOT LOOKED
BACK. DID ANY ENVIRONMENTAL HAVING NOW BUILT YOUR OWN HOME
CONSIDERATIONS COME INTO PLAY? WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE SOMEONE
ABOUT TO EMBARK ON THE BUILDING
Being close to the ocean meant the climate
JOURNEY?
is cooler in summer and warmer in winter,
although the winds can be very strong. We were lucky that we knew exactly what
The home is designed to make the most of we wanted and are both decisive people. It
winter sun and summer breezes together is important to do your research and have
with solar heating and hot water plus in- a very clear idea of your needs and wants.
floor heating for bathrooms. Make up your mind but listen to the advice
of the experts. Once decisions have been
made, stick to them.
38 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 39“Often the biggest concern for people with
technology is the learning curve. Smart home
platforms remove the learning curve because
regardless of make or model, all devices
are controlled the same way from a single,
uniform interface” said Mr Gilmore.
Smart home technology is on the rise and can
be customised to your home exactly how you
want it. When building a home with Webb &
HOW INTELLIGENT
Brown-Neaves, you have access to Intelligent
Home’s range of home technology solutions,
with the main goal to make your home safer,
smarter and more user-friendly.
IS YOUR HOME?
“A good smart home should tie together
multiple separate units like TVs, air
conditioning systems, music and access like
the garage door.
WE SPOKE WITH JAMIE GILMORE, Also, being able to truly automate your home
so that things can happen on a schedule or
SYSTEM INTEGRATOR AT
routine like music playing, TVs turning off as
INTELLIGENT HOME ABOUT you come and go, even the ability for the air
SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY AND conditioning to be automatically controlled
IT’S PREDICTED DEVELOPMENT based on the climate outside the home.” says
IN THE FUTURE. Mr Gilmore.
Intelligent Home offers a range of different
home technologies, including smart wiring for
smart TVs and improved Wi-Fi, CCTV cameras,
a security alarm system and speakers
throughout the home, all controlled through
a platform called Control 4. But perhaps the
most exciting and fun is the voice integration
with Amazon’s Alexa.
“Amazon, Google and Apple all have great
voice assistants and when you add a solid
smart home to the mix you add a whole new
level of ease to controlling your smart home.
A simple command like ‘Alexa, turn on party
“SMART HOME mode’ gets the music started inside and out
TECHNOLOGY IS ON playing your favourite playlist at your preferred
volume.”
THE RISE AND CAN And smart home technology doesn’t just
BE CUSTOMISED TO make life easier, it also enhances the overall
aesthetic of your home.
YOUR HOME EXACTLY
“The biggest aesthetic improvement comes
HOW YOU WANT IT.” from the reduction of visible equipment. No
more remotes on the coffee table, less devices
in the living room cabinet, less controllers
mounted to the walls.”
40 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 41THE HARDING FAMILY
FOREVER
HOME
Kevin and Natalie Harding built their dream home in Kevin and Natalie wanted a floor plan that gave their
Woodlands with Webb & Brown-Neaves. Completed in sons the separation they needed but also allowed for
late 2018, The Harding Family are completely in love family time. Their living area is their favourite, being
with their new home and lifestyle, agreeing that this is their ‘family zone.’
their ‘forever home.’
“We love the whole house,” they said. “It is our ‘forever
With two sons aged 17 and 21, Kevin and Natalie had home’ but our favourite zone is the living, dining and
outgrown their previous home and were looking to kitchen area. We love the feel, open layout and we can
upsize. They had looked at established homes in the be cooking whilst enjoying family time talking, watching
area but couldn’t find exactly what they wanted. “We TV and also being able to look out onto our wonderful
were looking at established homes in Woodlands and alfresco area and the pool.”
the surrounding areas,” Natalie said. “We found that the
As first-time builders, Kevin and Natalie weren’t sure
houses we liked still had one or two features that we
what to expect, but they were in safe hands with the
were not 100% happy with.”
Webb & Brown-Neaves team.
“Given we were new to the whole building experience,
“WE THEN STARTED LOOKING AT the team at Webb & Brown-Neaves supported us
DISPLAY HOMES AND AFTER RESEARCH, through the process from the start, right through the
FOUND THAT BUYING A BLOCK WAS building stage and to the end.” Natalie said.
A MUCH BETTER OPTION AND THEN “I couldn’t thank Webb & Brown-Neaves enough for
BEING ABLE TO BUILD A HOME THAT finally giving us our dream home.” said Natalie.
HAD EVERYTHING WE WANTED RATHER
THAN A HOME THAT SOMEONE ELSE
HAD DESIGNED AND BUILT.”
Natalie and Kevin always knew they wanted to live in
Woodlands. Natalie grew up in the suburb with family
living nearby. “Woodlands has always been an area
we absolutely love,” they said. “We have wonderful
neighbours, our son’s school is within walking distance
KEVIN AND NATALIE HARDING BUILT THEIR DREAM HOME IN and we love walking to the nearby lake.”
WOODLANDS WITH WEBB & BROWN-NEAVES. “Natalie’s parents also built with Webb & Brown-Neaves
many years ago and still live in the same house and
many of her parent’s neighbours also have Webb &
Brown-Neaves homes,” Kevin said. “We wanted to build
with a company we could trust and we knew could build
us our dream home to a high standard.”
42 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WB 43THE
NEXT
STEPS
READING STORIES ABOUT BEAUTIFUL HOMES IN PERTH’S BEST SUBURBS
CAN BE INSPIRING. IF YOU CAN SEE YOUR NEW LIFE IN A BRAND NEW
WEBB & BROWN-NEAVES HOME BUT NOT SURE WHERE TO GET STARTED,
CONTACT US ON 9208 9000 OR VISIT WBHOMES.COM.AU
129 Hasler Road Osborne Park, Western Australia 6017 | T 9208 9000 | W wbhomes.com.au
Home elevation illustrations and photographs shown are for illustration purposes only. Illustrations and photographs may depict features not included as standard features of Webb & Brown-Neaves home designs or not supplied by
Webb & Brown-Neaves including, but not limited to; feature brickwork/stone, cladding, garden features, landscaping, planter boxes, retaining walls, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, barbecues, screens, exposed aggregate concrete, designer
garage doors, water features, gates, fencing, letterboxes, tinted windows, light fittings, built-in furniture, furniture, window treatments, floor coverings and decorator items. Webb & Brown-Neaves does not supply swimming pools, pool
decks and fencing. For more information please contact a Webb & Brown-Neaves Building and Design Consultant. Webb & Brown-Neaves Pty Ltd. BC5409.
44 STYLE MAGAZINE BY WBYou can also read
