Littoral-ly Luxurious: New Homes

— By Sean Briggs

Impeccable in its coastal setting.

Delivering elegance and comfort, this sparkling custom home by AMG Home Builders us an ideal retreat for those who appreciate refined living in a natural setting.

Sitting in an enviable position at Watermans Bay, the home promotes a lifestyle that is elegant and relaxed.

AMG Home Builders Design and Sales Manager Damien Cestrilli said the brief focused on creating a spacious, contemporary design tailored to a narrow lot.

“The home is a perfect blend of modern luxury and coastal charm, offering a seamless indoor/outdoor living experience with breathtaking ocean views,” he said.

“It was meticulously designed to maximise the site’s unique elevation, which rises about 5m, as well as its prime location.

“The layout and orientation were carefully planned to take full advantage of the northern aspect,

ensuring the home is bathed in natural light throughout the day while capturing stunning ocean views from multiple vantage points.

“It incorporates the natural slope of the site, allowing for tiered outdoor spaces, enhancing both privacy and the visual connection to the surrounding landscape.

“This strategic approach not only optimises the home’s aesthetic appeal but also creates a living environment which feels in harmony with its coastal setting.”

An open-plan concept and connection between the internal and external areas encourages socialising and hosting gatherings, while the spacious living zones provide a comfortable and stylish setting for everyday life.

“For those who value privacy and tranquility, the home offers multiple retreats such as the master suite with its private balcony and the landscaped garden with a pool area, which serves as a serene oasis,” Mr Cestrilli said.

“The open-plan living area is centred around a sleek modern kitchen and scullery featuring custom cabinetry,

porcelain countertops and splashbacks, as well as high-end appliances, creating a space that is both functional and stylish.

“The first floor’s spacious living area opens to the outdoor entertainer’s balcony, the protected alfresco area and pool.

“The dining and living zones are positioned to take full advantage of the natural light and ocean views with large stacking sliding doors.

“The upper floor is dedicated to the private quarters, with each bedroom comprising its own ensuite, ensuring comfort and privacy for all residents.”

According the Mr Cestrilli, the home comprises several distinctive design elements, which contribute to its character and elevates the modern coastal aesthetic.

“The home boasts meticulous attention to detail in finishes and materials,” he said.

“We combined large format porcelain tiles with natural wood flooring, completed by neutral tones on the walls and accentuated with feature walls clad in castellation for added contrast.”

Overall, the custom home is styled to meld contemporary elegance and clean lines.

The aesthetic is both sophisticated and welcoming - perfectly suited to its coastal setting.

“We focused on natural light and open spaces to create a modern, airy feel while incorporating contemporary materials and finishes reflecting the serene beachside environment.” Mr Cestrilli said.

Industrial Loft Living: New Homes

— By Michael Roberts

“Great things in business are never done by one person, they’re done by a team of people.”

These words from legendary entrepreneur Steve Jobs sum up what can be achieved by strong partnerships,

and this collaborative residential project from AMG Home Builders and YU Interior is a match made in building heaven.

Inspired by a New York loft-styled design, this Alfred Cove display is a superb example of innovative architecture and interior styling.

With exposed brick, polished concrete floors and a smart mix of light and dark colours, there is also a modern industrial feel to this impressive residence.

Large oversized rooms combined with open-plan living create a spacious atmosphere where you move freely from one area to the next.

According to AMG Home Builders Director Matthew Kriskovich, AMG was approached by YU interior to develop a home that was not only cutting edge in terms of its finishes, but was functional and practical. “Essentially it was about creating a home that caters to a young family or a couple looking to downsize,” he said.

“The home mixes contemporary design and modern industrial elements with

layers of warmth and organic texture.

The brickwork featured on the front of the home continues into the entry/gallery inside the residence, creating a stunning feature.

“Being on a subdivided block under 400sqm, it is a challenge to make a smaller home feel spacious, but for a home with under 280sqm of living area it definitely hits the mark.”

The front elevation of the Alfred Cove is an immediate head turner, with Colorbond steel Matt cladding, clean geometric shapes and feature brickwork creating a distinguished look.

There are also a number of bold statements and special features inside.

“The brickwork featured on the front of the home continues into the entry/gallery inside the residence, creating a stunning feature wall as you enter through the front door,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“The black timber joinery throughout is another standout feature, making a very bold statement.”

Perhaps the absolute highlight of this display is the kitchen and scullery area, which acts as the heart of the home, according to Mr Kriskovich.

“The kitchen connects so well with the living and dining areas, creating the perfect hub to congregate around, while the scullery offers a well-considered space with lots of easily accessible storage and plenty of bench space,” he said.

Designed to accommodate a smaller-than-average block, Mr Kriskovich said the home was suited to a young couple or a family looking to downsize. “Anybody building on a subdivided block definitely needs to see this home to see what is achievable,” he said.

Prime Position: New Homes

— By Rhys Prka

Striking from the outset, this Trigg custom build from AMG Home Builders offers up coastal living at its finest.

Not content with being average, the home’s immaculate grace and fanciful sense of style elevates the abode to something special.

Located on a sloping corner block, this four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence takes full advantage of its beachside location with a design palette which exudes a sought-after coastal lifestyle.

AMG Home Builders Director Adam Spadaccini told New Homes the home’s positioning offered an interesting design proposition.

“A sloping site always presents its challenges,” he said.

“The home was designed to flow within the contours of the land by

incorporating a series of external steps to create an open-plan layout with minimal passageways.”

The focus of the home’s sloping block resulted in a free-flowing floor plan.

The modern, architectural skillion-style facade hints at the luxury which awaits within, incorporating a dynamic mix of materials such as granite, silver travertine and large windows to filter light throughout the living areas.

Soft colours and floor-to-ceiling windows allow natural light to flood into the home while also offering gorgeous views.

The home’s impressive qualities continue as you step inside to an entertainer’s dream.

“This home was designed to entertain, relax and socialise in style,” Mr Spadaccini said.

The seaside location presented multiple advantages, and the clients wanted to take advantage of the prime view.

“Capturing the ocean views was a high priority in the design brief,” Mr Spadaccini said.

“The owners wanted a seamless transition from indoor to outdoor, which

was created through a series of stacking and sliding doors, together with extensive glass panels to capture the coastal vista.”

The entertainment and outdoor areas were important to the clients, however, Mr Spadaccini wanted to make sure the home’s design took into account the drawbacks which came with coastal living.

“A centrally located alfresco was created to provide adequate protection from the prevailing winds and in turn be used year-round,” he said.

The kitchen acts as a central point and fits nicely into the home’s overall theme of entertainment and relaxation in equal measures.

“The kitchen is a standout and positioned to be the main focus when entertaining,” Mr Spadaccini said.

“A 1.5m deep island bench with a beautiful selection of engineered stone and white cabinetry creates an inviting space to sit around.”

The kitchen anchors the open-plan layout of the area, with the dining and living areas blending seamlessly together with the outdoor balcony through the large doors.

The outdoor comes into its own through the backyard, where the pristine landscaping and jacuzzi combine to create a pleasant and tranquil area.

The clear use of space and zoning creates a generous home for a growing family to reside in.

“Both indoor and out, the design was carefully thought through to allow for the modern family to grow,” Mr Spadaccini said.

The cleverly zoned areas cater for the kids as well as adults.”

Defined by Style and Grace: New Homes

— By Michael Roberts

Stunning from the outset, this bespoke Mosman Park custom build needs to be seen to be believed.

Leaving no stone untirned, AMG Home Builders has teamed up with interior designers European Ceramics in a showcase of some of the finest finished from around the world.

In a pure expression of all things luxury, the custom build is brimming with unique design features and special spaces around every corner.

With the home’s garage located at the rear, AMG had free reign over the frontage, resulting in a striking elevation that is just one example of the extensive skills and quality workmanship on show.

“We took full advantage of the whole 11.5m of frontage, choosing glass and horizontal lines to give a sense of width, accompanied by two cladded sections of wall made out of imported porcelain slab,” AMG Home Builders Director Matthew Kriskovich said.

Following the lead, the build is inspiring from the moment you step inside. A sumptuous feature staircase gives a strong idea of the design delights to follow.

“The interior fitout throughout is outstanding,: Mr Kriskovich said. :Every room is minimalistic and offer something slightly different, but with the use of similar materials it ties the whole house together."

“The colour palette is modern and warm and compliments all the fixtures and fitting extremely well.”

Venturing through to the heart of the home you will find an open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area that effortlessly connects to a well-appointed alfresco.

The sliding stacker doors open the whole space up, creating the ideal area for entertaining.

“The ground floor is all about light, space and entertaining,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“The clever use of glazing and courtyards provides so much natural light through the entry and main living

areas, making the spaces feel much larger than they are.”

The first-class fitout continues on the second floor, where the magnificent staircase leads you to the main living quarters of this four-bedroom abode.

It’s a highly functional part of the floor plan, yet still delivers all the prized luxuries of high-end living.

The master bedroom offer a captivating place to relax in a busy world, boasting a resort-style ensuite which features a free-standing bathtub for ultimate unwinding, and his and hers basins for convenience.

If it’s stylish, bespoke luxury features that you crave, this Mosman Park custom build doesn’t dissapoint.

Narrow Lot Conceals Voluminous Interior: New Homes

— By Cassie Gunthorpe

Thanks to soaring ceilings and streams of natural light, this custom build’s mere 9m-wide frontage belies the vast beauty within.

Clever design elements were used to accentuate the home’s interior, which AMG Home Builders Owner and Director Matthew Kriskovich said showcased the possibilies of narrow living.

“Being a small, long and narrow lot, the owner felt it most important to create a sense of space,” he said.

“We were able to achieve this by incorporating raking ceilings and open-

plan living areas with double-height windows that allow the northern light to filter through.”

The 9m-wide lot presented a challenge in and of itself, with two established homes either side of the Mount Pleasant block.

“A small, sloping block on a busy street always presents its challenges,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“Careful planning was required to ensure the project ran smoothly with minimal or no disruptions to the surrounding properties.”

Despite its skinny lot size, the design capitalises on space with a clever undercroft layout that features room for a three-car garage and large storeroom.

The home sits atop the garage, creating an elevated view throughout the entire second floor and adds to the appeal.

The home is decorated with high-end

finishes including blackbutt flooring throughout the main living areas, engineered stone and full-height porcelain tiling.

A walk through reveals three spacious bedrooms, a theatre, a study, two bathrooms and a powder room, along with the sleek and stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area.

“Being a modest-sized home, the kitchen still needed to be the focal point of the home,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“The island cupboard is the main feature of the kitchen, finished with timber veneer and engineered stone to create a very sleek look.

“Incorporating a scullery which connects through to the laundry and outdoor drying area was a clever use of space.”

The design offers space for a north-facing courtyard, which bring entertaining in the central living areas through to the outdoors.

“The owner has quite specific ideas with the type of floor plan he believed would work for the site,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“We worked with him to fine tune the style to help bring it all to life.”

The exterior continues the elegance and style seen throughout the home, with an exacting design that suits the leafy streets in this riverside suburb.

”The skillion roof and projected brickwork is what gives this home great street appeal,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“Due to the architectural lines of this home, only a simple feature colour was needed to accentuate the front elevation.”

Prestige Shaped by Heritage: New Homes

— By Cassie Gunthorpe

The arrival of its first display home next year will be the latest milestone for AMG Home Builders, the newest member of the Spadaccini family of companies.

Leading up to the occasion, the builder will be opening the doors to a number of its newly completed client homes to showcase its work to homebuyers.

Launched in early 2016, the builders caters to homebuyers in the $600,000 to $1.5 million range, and currently offers nine distinct home designs along with a custom design service.

With close to 60 years experience under their collective belts, the brand is fronted by a trio of talented builders in Company Directors Adam Spadaccini and Matthew Kriskovich and Spadaccini Homes Director Rob Spadaccini.

“For 20 years, Rob has been delivering luxury homes through the Spadaccini brand, and now, together with brother Adam and myself, has decided to establish a premium brand,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“This brand will bring on board the multiple award-winning building practices that has made

Spadaccini Homes one of the most awarded builders in Australia.”

The brand offers more of a personalised building service for clients, limiting its projects to around 12 to 15 a year to ensure it can deliver a true one-on-one working relationship.

“Custom designs make up the majority of our business,” Mr Kriskovich said.

“But, and unique for a boutique building company, we have developed a range of contemporary-style homes through our in-house design team with amazing layouts to suit the modern, growing family.

“We find these floor plans are a great starting point for discussion.”

Adam Spadaccini said the unique building service allowed clients to deal with one person throughout the whole journey.

“As owners of AMG, we are all registered builders and take an active role throughout the entire building process,” he said.

“We work closely with our in-house designer and then compile the quotation, scheduling and finally build the home.

“Close attention to detail needs time and effort; as a boutique builder, AMG prides itself on taking care of all the finer points, nothing is too hard or not worth investigating.”

Rob Spadaccini said while home designs were always evolving in the building industry, one trend that hadn’t fallen out of favour in WA was indoor/outdoor living.

“Due to Perth’s beautiful climate, the interaction between outdoor and internal spaces are always a huge influence on every home design,” he said.

“Trends come and go, but currently we are seeing a shift towards earthy tones, natural stones and timber cladding, all which add depth and character. “

Mt Kriskovich said the premium company boasted a rich heritage, with a long line of builders helping the brand find success within its firs year of operation.

“There’s a family history of builders; Rob’s father was a prominent country builder, so it was only natural that the brothers follow in his footsteps,” he said.

“My Father was a carpenter and builder who worked in the industry for over 40 years; it was an easy decision for me to continue something that I was brought up around and very passionate about.”

Redefining a Classic: New Homes

— By Tamra Carr

A federation-style house in West Leederville has been given a stunning new lease on life, with AMG Home Builders undertaking a 24-month renovation project to bring the home into this century.

Completed last month, the abode was improved by a modern, architecturally inspired two-storey rear extension and a full restoration to deliver a sense of sharp luxury to what was previously a tired-looking home.

Framed from the street by its traditional frontage which lets on little of the modern luxuries to come as you pass through, the extension added two bedrooms to the home, along with a renovated kitchen with a scullery and a spacious free-form living area opening out to a generous alfresco and shimmering swimming pool.

AMG Director Adam Spadaccini said the now five-bedroom home had been brought into a new are - recapturing its former flory and building on it by channelling space and light through its new additions.

“The owners wanted the existing home, built around the turn of the century, restored to its former glory,” he said.

“Roxby Architects were engaged to transform the existing home and create a new space for this growing family of four.”

The resulting transformation combines the character and charm of eras gone by with modern luxury design by way of cubic forms and soaring ceilings to the rear.

Nowhere is this more evident than in the free-form living area, where a void combines with floor-to-ceiling window panels looking out to the backyard to create a space grand in both substance and style. Feature pendant lighting hangs from above, offering a modern elegance unimaginable within the physical confines of the original home.

Darker metallic detailing gives the windows to the living space an industrial touch, while an ultra-modern fireplace offers a direct contrast to the traditional fireplaces retained in rooms to the front of the room.

Looking over the living space, the kitchen is minimalistic and classy, with ample bench and cupboard space for appliances, and the scullery a hidden spot where clutter can be cleared when entertaining.

Its dark cabinetry contrasts with the European oak floorboards which flow throughout the area - a natural tone against a clean and sleek white palette. The existing home’s floors are jarrah with a Japanese black stain.

Upstairs, the two added bedrooms enjoy ample space, with the level taking in views of the living area and backyard.

The contrast between the addition and the front of the home - carefully restored to retain ornate and era-specific character elements - demonstrates the best of both worlds.

Mr Spadaccini said the project was a huge job, and the

resulting build told the story of a home transformed.

“This was a huge renovation and extension, blending yesteryear with all of today’s modern conveniences, such as large open voids to the main living areas, acoustic panelling, automatic external louvres, floating stairs and timber flutes and skylights to capture natural light, just to name a few improvements,” he said.

“The existing home had serves its previous owners well, but it was tired and need a full restoration.”