Marjorie Matthews St Taylor – Four Bedrooms, Media Room, Three Bathrooms
Contemporary, Sustainable First Home
This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home (including a media room) was designed to meet the clients' vision of a modern, unique home that prioritizes sustainability and energy savings, all while being cost-effective for their first home.
Client’s Vision:
The clients sought a contemporary design with standout features that reflected their individuality. Sustainability and energy efficiency were key priorities, along with ensuring the project remained budget-friendly.
Builder’s Approach:
Balancing modern aesthetics with practicality, we incorporated features that enhanced both functionality and design while keeping costs in check.
Key Features:
- High Raked Ceilings: The living room and lounge area feature raked ceilings, creating a sense of openness, improving air circulation, and supporting passive heating and cooling.
- Natural Light Maximization: North-facing fixed windows were strategically positioned to capture natural light and warmth, while solar-powered, opening skylights in the bathrooms reduce the need for artificial lighting and improve ventilation.
- Custom Joinery: Bespoke cabinetry throughout the home adds a sense of luxury. In the kitchen, a panelled door to the butler’s pantry seamlessly integrates into the wall, maintaining a cohesive design. The centerpiece is a 40mm stone waterfall island bench, combining functionality with striking visual appeal.
- Bold Exterior Aesthetic: The garage door and front façade feature durable, low-maintenance metal interlock cladding, chosen for its modern look, textural interest, and sustainability. This material ensures longevity while contributing to the home’s distinctive character.
By combining innovative material choices, smart design features, and sustainable solutions, this project exemplifies how a first home can be both stylish and environmentally conscious.
"Building our custom 4-bedroom home in Taylor, Canberra, with Fine Finish Projects was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Greg Daglis and his team brought our vision to life with remarkable attention to detail, creating a home that perfectly suits our lifestyle.
One of the standout features of our home is the family lounge room, designed with soaring high ceilings that create an incredible sense of space and openness. The seamless flow of the open-plan design makes it a perfect space for entertaining and spending quality time together as a family. Greg’s thoughtful approach ensured this area became a true centerpiece of the home.
Our custom theatre room is another highlight, and Greg went above and beyond to deliver a space that exceeded our expectations.
Throughout the process, Greg was always approachable, proactive, and meticulous. He offered invaluable advice on everything from fittings and finishes to layout and functionality, ensuring every detail was just right. His extensive network of skilled tradespeople and suppliers ensured that every aspect of the build met the highest standards.
Despite the natural challenges that come with a project of this scale, Greg’s transparency and commitment to open communication made the process smooth and enjoyable. His flexibility and problem-solving ensured that even our most unique ideas were flawlessly executed.
The result is a stunning home that combines thoughtful design with exceptional quality. Every detail, from the spacious living areas to the premium finishes, reflects Fine Finish Projects’ dedication to excellence.
We highly recommend Greg and his team to anyone looking for a builder who delivers not just a house but a truly outstanding home."
— Algreg