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Modern pool and cabana where the granite ledge of Gloucester Harbor meet the manicured grounds of this private residence. The modest-sized building is an overachiever, with its soaring roof and glass walls striking a modern counterpoint to the property’s century-old shingle style home. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography

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The stunning kitchen features Conservation™ windows and doors made from engineered timber. These windows provide exceptional strength and stability, to the exacting requirements of the British Woodworking Federation’s Wood Window Alliance standards and are A+ BRE rated. Double glazed and fully factory-finished they offer the highest levels of thermal and acoustic performance and many products are Secured by Design accredited. Products carry the BSI Kitemark and are Energy Saving Trust listed. Mumford & Wood’s Conservation™ products are delivered to site with three-coats of high quality micro-porous paint or stain as standard.

Smarta Construction & Technology have recently won: “Local Business Accelerator Regional Winner” and “Best Use of Technology Awards for Wales” Since 2001 Smarta has been changing people's lives. Our ethos for creating environmentally friendly digital homes has led to us being recognised as one of the leading construction and home automation installers in the UK. If you desire a home automation installation in your existing or in a new build home, please give us a call today. The Founder, Mark Wray BSc Hons, MIET “I started Smarta as I wanted to offer homeowners a complete service, from new-build homes and renovations through to fully automated homes with the latest entertainment and security technology. Over the last decade we have used home automation to help families connect with their home, help the environment and change the way they live their lives”. Director of Smarta Construction & Technology, Mark Wray, has a BSc Hons in Civil Engineering and is a member of the Federation of Master Builders and the Institute of Electrical Engineers. Mark has over 20 years experience in the construction, security and electrical installation industry.

Timber windows, supplied by Mumford & Wood from the Conservation™ range, are used in Grayson Perry's A House for Essex. The windows and doors are made from engineered timber, that provides exceptional strength and stability, to the exacting requirements of the British Woodworking Federation’s Wood Window Alliance standards and are A+ BRE rated. Double glazed and fully factory-finished they offer the highest levels of thermal and acoustic performance and many products are Secured by Design accredited. Products carry the BSI Kitemark and are Energy Saving Trust listed. Mumford & Wood’s Conservation™ products are delivered to site with three-coats of high quality micro-porous paint or stain as standard.

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Green Dream Tulum / Quintana Roo / Mexico 76% sold (35 lots available out of 134) We are pleased to present you an investment opportunity in an Ecological Subdivision surrounded by nature, called Green Dream Tulum, with 134 single-family lots, of 1,000 m² and 2,000 m² with a high added value, strategically located at km 4.4. from the Tulum-Cobá Federal Highway, 600 meters from the famous Gran Cenote and Calabera, 5 minutes from downtown Tulum, 10 minutes from the Archaeological Zone, the famous hotel zone and the beaches. in Green Dream 75% forest conservation and 25% area to build. It has a private cenote, two caves, 2.7 km of trails with 7,000 m² of common areas, with the following amenities; swimming pool treated with sea water, bamboo palapa, picnic area with grills, children’s play area, outdoor gym with calisthenics, restrooms and outdoor showers. Entrance booth with security 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, fiber optic internet, free Wi-Fi in common areas, municipal drinking water (CAPA), electrical installation (CFE), batch wastewater treatment plant and clean point (Infrastructure for the temporary collection of recyclable materials) Green Dream also offers 5 different house models from 1 to 5 bedrooms from 174m2 of construction of 1 bedroom to 355m2 a 5 bedroom house with a lot of 2000 m2For more information about these models contact us

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Green Dream Tulum / Quintana Roo / Mexico 76% sold (35 lots available out of 134) We are pleased to present you an investment opportunity in an Ecological Subdivision surrounded by nature, called Green Dream Tulum, with 134 single-family lots, of 1,000 m² and 2,000 m² with a high added value, strategically located at km 4.4. from the Tulum-Cobá Federal Highway, 600 meters from the famous Gran Cenote and Calabera, 5 minutes from downtown Tulum, 10 minutes from the Archaeological Zone, the famous hotel zone and the beaches. in Green Dream 75% forest conservation and 25% area to build. It has a private cenote, two caves, 2.7 km of trails with 7,000 m² of common areas, with the following amenities; swimming pool treated with sea water, bamboo palapa, picnic area with grills, children’s play area, outdoor gym with calisthenics, restrooms and outdoor showers. Entrance booth with security 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, fiber optic internet, free Wi-Fi in common areas, municipal drinking water (CAPA), electrical installation (CFE), batch wastewater treatment plant and clean point (Infrastructure for the temporary collection of recyclable materials) Green Dream also offers 5 different house models from 1 to 5 bedrooms from 174m2 of construction of 1 bedroom to 355m2 a 5 bedroom house with a lot of 2000 m2For more information about these models contact us

Green Dream Tulum / Quintana Roo / Mexico 76% sold (35 lots available out of 134) We are pleased to present you an investment opportunity in an Ecological Subdivision surrounded by nature, called Green Dream Tulum, with 134 single-family lots, of 1,000 m² and 2,000 m² with a high added value, strategically located at km 4.4. from the Tulum-Cobá Federal Highway, 600 meters from the famous Gran Cenote and Calabera, 5 minutes from downtown Tulum, 10 minutes from the Archaeological Zone, the famous hotel zone and the beaches. in Green Dream 75% forest conservation and 25% area to build. It has a private cenote, two caves, 2.7 km of trails with 7,000 m² of common areas, with the following amenities; swimming pool treated with sea water, bamboo palapa, picnic area with grills, children’s play area, outdoor gym with calisthenics, restrooms and outdoor showers. Entrance booth with security 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, fiber optic internet, free Wi-Fi in common areas, municipal drinking water (CAPA), electrical installation (CFE), batch wastewater treatment plant and clean point (Infrastructure for the temporary collection of recyclable materials) Green Dream also offers 5 different house models from 1 to 5 bedrooms from 174m2 of construction of 1 bedroom to 355m2 a 5 bedroom house with a lot of 2000 m2For more information about these models contact us

The house… Situated in the elevated and prestigious suburb of Clayfield, one of Brisbane’s oldest and most established suburbs, this two story federation style manor is reminiscent of an age gone by. The character and eclectic filled house was built in 1926 and whilst it has undergone various renovations over the years, the home still retains its appealing character and period features and proudly stands as a piece of Clayfield’s architectural history. The brief… Like many of the residents of Clayfield the owners are a professional middle aged couple and my client a female high court barrister. Whilst the home boasts a spacious master bedroom ensuite, my client desired a bathroom of her very own – her own ‘personal sanctuary’. The existing main bathroom on the 2nd storey (opposite the main bedroom) provided the perfect space. Elegant, soft and sophisticated were keywords used by the client to describe the desired feel of her proposed new bathroom and the brief she gave was clear - to design a ‘feminine but practical space’. She insisted that the room have the feeling and grandeur of the traditional home. However whilst she wanted to ensure respect was paid to the homes original features it was imperative that the bathroom incorporated the functions of a modern retreat. Another request from the client was for an open layout that still included a private space for both the water closet and shower. The solution… The first task was to re-define the new space. The dividing wall that separated the previous bathroom and an un-used storage room (positioned directly behind the bathroom) was opened up. This not only paved the way for a much larger room but also allowed for more natural light, which was now able to flood the room through the retained lead lighting on the far eastern wall (once only seen from the old storage room). We then set out to design a space that perfectly merged the traditional features in the room with a contemporary layout and understated modern finishes. To create consistency between the new and existing architecture we retained the raked ceiling and kept the original cornice, timber doorways and windows intact. Echoing the style of the home we drew inspiration from the existing ‘lady of spring’ leadlight window from the original home. Setting the theme of the space the stunning piece of artwork provided the ideal backdrop and a focal point when entering the bathroom. The challenge was to make the space private and intimate (as requested by the client) without destroying the sense of openness. To optimise the space we divided it up into task specific zones. The existing cavity between the two floors was large enough to allow us to reposition all services. A modern feminine take on the built in bath, a curved hob, follows the luxurious shape and softens the space. In keeping with the clients request for a private shower and toilet, a large and very private shower was strategically positioned opposite the bath. With this in place a water closet with wall hung toilet was purposely positioned in the back left of the bathroom as not to detract from the overall design and provide the ultimate privacy. At the front and entrance of the bathroom, custom cabinetry was designed to provide maximum storage and functionality. On the Southern wall a floating ‘double’ vanity and the Northern wall a dressing table complete with floating glass shelves offers a contemporary silhouette and functional eye level storage for perfumes and make up. Extending on from the dresser is a large daybed which includes built in storage for towels, mats and other bathroom necessities. Style & Feel The rich palette of materials and finishes offers plenty of texture and movement and complements the classic and eclectic style of the home. The use of a large format ‘Royal Beige’ marble tile throughout create an air of spaciousness and cocooning, while the Sicis feature walls of exquisite glass ‘chestnut’ mosaics provides visual interest in the space. Harmonising with the chestnut mosaic tiles, the richness of the Walnut stained Victorian Ash speaks the classical language and the profiled doors convey a sense of tradition in the redesign. Drawing on the colour red seen in the ‘lady of spring’ lead lighting and to provide a punch of colour and feminine sophistication, ruby red velvet was selected for the upholstery ottoman and day bed. The upholstery also helps balance the space and further softens the room. Elegant yet modern fixtures were selected again for their soft shape and feminie feel as well as being empathetic to the character of the home. Small touches also enhance the private space such as the ease of grabbing a cozy heated towel from the heated towel rack as you step out of a relaxing hot bath or shower. Even the simple inclusion of a dark painted boarder around the perimeter of the room creates a sense of warmth. Lighting Lighting for the re-designed room has been more directed at work areas with make-up lights strategically placed either side of both the vanity mirrors and dressing table mirror. Soft light for soaking in the tub is achieved with a wall dimmer connected to the main lighting. And adding a touch of opulence is a suspended classic ‘Larissa’ pendant from Custom Lighting. Summary It’s always a challenge designing a modern space that is sympathetic to a century old home and that conveys a sense of the age and the original architecture. But this design is proof that this can be achieved by creating a modern layout, layering classic finishes with contemporary forms. The end result is a bathroom that possesses everything the client desires as well as reflects the personality and spirit of this beautiful home.