BuildHome NSW & Qld Issue #27.3

Hamptons living is about relaxed, open-plan spaces, coastal colours, natural textures and just the right amount of luxury. The Hamptons style is classic and timeless; it is also easily adapted, which is one of the reasons it continues to be so popular among new homeowners in Australia. In fact, it’s a style that perfectly suits the Australian way of life. With our love of the beach and outdoor entertaining, Hamptons-inspired homes offer us laid-back resort-style living where we can feel connected to the people and outdoor spaces around us. The soothing colour palettes, natural materials and elegant architectural details are perfectly suited to coastal, country or city settings, and it’s a look of which you will never tire. In this edition, we explore some of the latest Hamptons home trends…

The Australian lifestyle is perfectly suited to beachy Hamptonsstyle homes. It’s a look that is luxurious but relaxed, with volume and classic lines that allow for big family living and the indoor-outdoor lifestyle Australians crave. “It’s easy to see why Hamptons has been so successful in Australia with our shared love of indoor-outdoor living and entertaining,” says Natalee Bowen, Principal, Indah Island and James Hardie Ambassador. “However, over the years we’ve adapted the style to our more modern tastes and the environment. Today, when we look at the homes that inspired us, it’s clear that a new Australian Hamptons look has emerged. “A basic tenet of the Hamptons look is reflecting the surrounding area. In America this means the whites, blues and other coastal elements, while in Australia, we take this principle…

The colour palette is one of the first things to consider when designing the interior of a Hamptons-style home. “Light, neutral shades of white, cream, beige and grey will act as a blank canvas to build upon,” says Natalee Bowen, Principal, Indah Island. “Combine grey with white details for a traditional Hamptons look that won’t go out of style. “For a splash of crisp, cool colour, use soft blues and greens similar to the Hamptons signature shades of duck-egg blue and teal. This can be easily introduced through cushions, upholstered pieces and decorative homewares.” An important element of the Australian Hamptons style is the clever harnessing of light and space. This might mean seamlessly blending sheer curtains with blinds to create a soft light that allows for privacy without compromising on the…

The Big Bannaby 33MKII is one of Allcastle Homes’ most loved designs, and for very good reason. Designed for extra-large families, or those looking to embrace multigenerational living, this home can be upgraded to include an incredible nine bedrooms, each with its own built-in robe and well-proportioned sense of space. The home also offers four living rooms, which includes a vast upstairs living space that can be used as a separate retreat for teenagers, kids or parents. “The brief for this spectacular home was to celebrate all aspects of modern family living, with open-plan spaces big enough for everyone to relish family get-togethers and up to nine comfortable bedrooms for privacy and relaxation,” explains Steven Parissis, Sales Manager, Allcastle Homes. “The clever, customisable design reflects the way we live today with the…

Designed for easy entertaining and open-plan living, the Sheraton Grange 54 is a luxurious home with a unique sense of space and an abundance of light, thanks to the double-storey void above the staircase and family room. “Lit up by Porter Davis’ signature void, the home comes to life with the living, kitchen and dining areas all bathed in natural light. The effect is enhanced by the extended windows and boutique stacker door connecting to the alfresco, truly making the most of indoor-outdoor living,” says Matthew Phillips, Interior Designer, World of Style Queensland, Porter Davis Homes. “The main living space sees the kitchen looking over the dining and living areas, allowing you to remain connected to family and friends while you entertain. Beside the living area there is an additional rumpus/games room…

This stunning home offers all the classic Hamptons styling combined with all the space, light and floor plan flexibility the modern Australian family demands. The Saxonvale 33 One is one of McDonald Jones’ most popular Hamptonsinspired homes — and for very good reason. “This home, our new version of the Saxonvale, was designed to offer everything that makes the larger 36 square and 40 square designs so popular while fitting a shorter, narrower block of land. Another drawcard is the option to have five bedrooms and a private parents’ retreat, all located upstairs, making it even more perfect for a young, growing family,” says Kate Murace, NSW MyChoice Design Studio Manager, McDonald Jones. “As soon as you walk in you will be impressed by the spacious living area at the front…