Classic approach

If endless traffic jams and a hectic urban lifestyle are not the way you want to lead your life then maybe it's time for a change of pace. Perhaps, literally. A whole-town development conceived around classic frontages, a town centre, community spirit, and the simple pleasures of walking where you want to go may well be the answer.

Developer Miltonbrook has created Tullimbar Village, nestled on the New South Wales south coast, as a response to the ever-growing problem of urban sprawl, says general manager Jennifer Macquarie.

"Tullimbar presents a ground-breaking project where Miltonbrook has employed a team of architects to design every home to complement the neighbouring properties," she says. "Tullimbar Village is designed around a town centre and town square, complete with everything from public buildings, to sports facilities, shops, commercial businesses and a school."

The houses have classic architectural profiles, constructed with low-maintenance, sustainable building materials. The interiors are equally user-friendly, with spacious, open-plan living and every modern convenience.

But perhaps Tullimbar's most winning attribute is an urban design that ensures the majority of residents will live within a 500m radius of the town centre. The concept is that people will be able to walk to get their daily needs. And when they are required to drive to work, an unsnarled freeway means they won't need to spend a fifth of each day sitting behind the wheel.

"Backdropped by rolling hills, and only minutes from a string of white sand beaches, Tullimbar Village is a traditional response to a distinctly modern problem," says Macquarie. "The homes in stage one range from two- and three-bedroom residences to four-bedroom-and-study executive residences, all with double garages. Plans feature open living spaces and designer kitchens featuring Kleenmaid appliances."

In many ways Kleenmaid is also an extension of Tullimbars concepts of solid, honest design, while at the same time offering high-tech functionality.

Kleenmaid appliances featured in this Tullimbar kitchen include an electronic, family-sized stretch oven with eight functions, ranging from light and fan grill through to rotisserie. The oven is easy to clean with catalytic liners and Eco-clean enamel interiors.

This is accompanied by the five-burner stainless steel gas cooktop. This has a European-look design that includes an ergonomic layout and auto electronic ignition.

Overhead is a generous 900mm Kleenmaid wall-mounted canopy rangehood, also with a modern, stainless steel profile. This features dual front lighting, dishwasher-safe aluminium grease filters, and easy-to-use controls.

All appliances are designed to make life easier for Tullimbar residents, and the delayed-start Kleenmaid dishwasher is no exception. This has eight wash programmes and a four-star energy rating. A Power Jet wash mode, with 80% more water pressure, and a turbo-ventilation drying system are two advanced features.

A Kleenmaid semi-automatic coffee machine also features in the kitchen.

For details on Tullimbar Village, contact Miltonbrook, phone (02) 4256 1677. Website: www.tullimbarvillage.com.au.

For further details on the Kleenmaid appliances, phone 131 308. Or visit the website: www.kleenmaid.com.au.

Story by: Trendsideas