Going, going, gone
Brad Cowain wasn't going to miss out
this time
After being the underbidder at two auctions a frustrated Brad Cowain decided to build his own house. He purchased a small, 300 sqm subdivided block in the city's inner east.
"I had been watching house prices go up and knew that I had to get into the market," Brad said. "After just missing out on two established homes I made the decision to buy a block and build a home myself." Well aware he needed to use his limited space wisely, Brad began the search for a design that could maximise living space while still having an outdoor area.
"Fortunately, I had always wanted a two-storey home," he said. "Some of the reasons I chose the Savoy 220 was because it had really clean lines and great use of space. There wasn't any wastage on hallways and the like." He chose Sydney blue gum timber for the floorboards and incorporated blue feature walls in the main bedroom and living areas.
The modern kitchen includes stainless steel appliances with an island bench and frosted glass cabinet doors. A stainless steel splashback runs the length of the cooking bench giving the area an ultra-modern feel. Brad also added a cellar to the house. "I have been collecting wine for 20 years or so and it's fantastic to have a space to keep the wine in a controlled environment. Collecting has been a passion of mine and I have about 45 dozen bottles at the moment."
As displayed, the Savoy 220 by Longridge Homes has a large timber decking area at the rear but Brad changed this to a paved area. "I really enjoy entertaining and having friends over for dinner," he said. "Opening up the French doors helps create a sinlge large indoor/outdoor entertaining area." The two storey house is fully rendered and includes a wooden decked area at the front of the home. A void over the entrance provides a spacious feeling to the house the moment you step in the door, as well as allowing plenty of natural light into the home.
Words: John Merriman.
For more information about the house in this story please look at the Savoy 220 product page.