HOME ON THE RANGE RURAL CHARM MEETS MODERN STYLE.
IT S FARMHOUSE. BUT NOT AS YOU KNOW IT. We ve never been one to shy away from a challenge, so when it was suggested the classic farmhouse needed a fresh new look we sprang into action. The modern interpretation of the traditional farmhouse or homestead has now become a topselling style for Plunkett over the last few years. The new modern farmhouse design is all about enjoying volume, space and light; those things that you head to the country for. The traditional red brick design takes a back seat to the fresh white walls, stonework and high-pitched rooflines. There will always be a place in our hearts for traditional country-collection designs such as the Southampton, but designs such as the Colorado are appealing to a new breed of buyers in search of a country retreat. Whether you re heading for a quarter acre or more in the Hills, or you re bringing a bit of the country to the city, it s fair to say that this is a style that plays to the emotions. It s the dream of a rural idyll where we can escape the rat race and find the peace and serenity we crave. Emotion is all very well, we hear you say. A verandah out the back and an old rocking chair and all that, but what about the practical day-to-day demands the modern family places on a home? Is it possible to balance the sentimental with the functional? You bet it is.
BODEGA BAY BODEGA BAY 320sqm 4 2 2 This truly stunning four bedroom, two bathroom, modern skillion country style home is challenging the conventions of the traditional homestead, with raking ceilings to the entry, living, alfresco and master bedroom, and a fresh neutral palette of natural wood grains and stone, with modern conveniences such as a scullery and theatre.
COLORADO COLORADO 294sqm 3 2 2 With its feature stone cladding, shady verandah and high pitched roof, the Colorado will be the stand-out home on any street. Inside you ll discover an open-plan living and dining area with an imposing raked ceiling that continues out to the alfresco area. Overlooking it is a kitchen that features an extended island bench, an abundance of storage and a generous scullery. Finishing off the home is a master suite with raked ceiling, two secondary bedrooms, both with built-in robes, and a home theatre.
AUGUSTA AUGUSTA 300sqm 4 2 2 On-trend with modern country style, the Augusta, comprised of four generous bedrooms, home theatre, and feature study nook, will captivate you from the charcoal-finished Accoya cladding on the front elevation, all the way through to the gable alfresco.
SOUTHAMPTON SOUTHAMPTON 328sqm 4 2 2 Warm, welcoming, and with plenty of space, the Southampton is ideal for a growing family. It boasts four generously sized rooms, including a master suite with double vanities. As you step inside the large double doors, you ll be wowed by the grand home theatre with recessed ceiling. This house is perfect for entertaining with its open plan living, separate powder room, informal lounge and large kitchen with a walkin pantry. With its vast and well-designed layout, the Southampton will have you feeling right at home.
BRIDGETOWN 157sqm 4 2 2 Large and welcoming, the Bridgetown is ideal for growing families. A secluded wing dedicated to parents includes a generous master suite with ensuite and walk in robe. Plus with a games room and open plan living areas, there s space for the whole family. BUNKER BAY BRIDGETOWN BUNKER BAY 402sqm 4 2 2 At just over 400 square metres, the Bunker Bay is a large family home that makes an impressive statement from the street. At the hub of the home is a superbly appointed kitchen that overlooks a voluminous open-plan living and dining area with a raked ceiling that continues out to a huge alfresco area.
TOORAK TOORAK 314sqm 4 2 2 This home welcomes you in classic country style with it s shady wrap-around verandah and high pitched roof. Step inside and you ll find a thoroughly modern home with all the creature comforts. Featuring a very modern interior, the Toorak boasts a spacious open plan living area, a home theatre and an elegant master suite.
BREMER BAY BREMER BAY 3 2 2 244sqm With its modern coastal exterior, the Bremer Bay is a home the whole family can relax and enjoy. Boasting a spacious master suite and ensuite plus three secondary bedrooms, this big family home ticks all the boxes. The highlight of the home is the timber decked alfresco with raked ceiling which opens up to create a warm welcoming open plan living. To one side there s the dining and living area, and to the other, the chef s kitchen.
MAKING COUNTRY CONTEMPORARY Here s how we make country contemporary. These designs still have the purity and simplicity we ve always loved about the classic old homestead, but they re totally in tune with modern Australian living. Light and height: Raking ceilings are the hallmark of many rural-style properties and the Augusta is no exception, with high raking ceilings running the length of the open-plan living area and out to the alfresco. Combined with the highlight windows, the ceilings accentuate the open-plan layout and easy flow from indoors to outdoors. A deep bulkhead helps define the kitchen, which features a long island bench and plenty of storage and workspace. In similar fashion, the raking ceilings and huge gable-end windows help give the Colorado its distinctive shape and volume. They can be added to any of our existing homestead floor plans, giving you even more design options.
Street appeal: With its wide frontage, substantial roofline and chunky charcoal-grey window frames, the Colorado looks classically long and low from the outside. But don t be deceived. The raking ceilings and soaring gable-end windows create an explosion of space in both the main living area and the master suite. The Augusta s front elevation gives a great first impression, with charcoal Accoya cladding teamed with clean lines, a wrap-around verandah, white render and a dark grey Colorbond roof. The timber cladding is understated, yet adds warmth and texture. Style and Space: We ve given the Augusta the warmth and character of a country retreat, but combined it with all the sleek open-plan spaces and contemporary features that modern living demands. Everything feels bigger in the Colorado thanks to the extra bit of space in the central passageway which makes it feel like it s connecting the different areas. It exudes a modern vintage feel, with its rustic colours and understated pattern, along with contemporary features such as the sleek gloss-white kitchen, the IT nook, and the built-in dining table that adjoins the kitchen island bench. The additional tablestyle section can be omitted so that you have space to place a traditional table and chairs, turning the living and dining area into more of a freeform space. Views: Living on a lifestyle block is an open invitation to engage with the outdoors. You don t want to just look at it, you want to throw open the doors and let in the breeze and the birdsong. Capturing views is paramount, with big windows and doors that open up to sweeping verandahs, outdoor decks and entertaining areas that take into account the environment and the season. Just listen to all that peace and quiet. The Colorado has been designed to take advantage of an open aspect on a large block, with views from several sides. The gable-end windows even allow you to star gaze at night. The master suite has been turned into the over-sized retreat that many homebuyers are looking for. We ve added in space for a window seat, along with big windows so you can sit and enjoy the views.
Layout: We ve brought some fresh thinking to our classic homestead layout in the Colorado. Instead of using the living area to separate the master suite from the minor bedrooms, the modern design has the living and entertaining zone on one side of the home, and all bedrooms or quiet space on the other. In the Augusta, the minor bedrooms and second bathroom have been grouped together at the front of the home along with an activity area adjoining the entry hallway. Displayed as a study zone for two, the activity area is a flexible space that has been neatly concealed from the hallway without sacrificing any sense of flow or openness. Contemporary kitchen: Here we have the perfect opportunity to marry traditional home style with all the mod cons and latest in kitchen design. A classic U-shaped kitchen works a treat, but a galley-style layout works just as well, with today s island bench becoming yesterday s kitchen table or butcher s block. In the Augusta, the kitchen cabinetry has been extended into the dining space. It s a modern and practical touch that helps integrate the two spaces. In keeping with the farmhouse staple, the Colorado features a good-sized scullery off the kitchen includes a double sink and a recess for the dishwasher. These additions turn the scullery into the working part of the kitchen, helping to keep the main area shiny and clutter-free. Materials: The master suite in a modern country home can feel a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city by blending contemporary bedroom and bathroom design with natural materials. Natural materials bring a welcome sense of calm and tranquillity to any space. Wellchosen exterior materials are just as important as those inside the house, demonstrated no better than in the Colorado. The beautiful stone-clad sections contrast with the white rendered external walls and dark Colorbond roof, giving it a sense of strength and substance.
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