Made to order

Truly good design, regardless of genre, never goes out of fashion. Perhaps that's why we find ourselves drawn to certain objects or styles time and again.

Design and construction firm Fairlight Developments specialises in building Colonial-style houses for modern families, says director Henry Ayala.

"At Fairlight, every aspect of design and construction is conducted in-house. This guarantees total control of the project, which translates to a better quality product for our clients."

The Queenslander style is instantly recognisable throughout the country, and developed in response to the sub-tropical climate in the region.

The modern interpretation shown on these pages takes this familiar form as a starting point, introducing a double-brick construction and a French Provincial influence on the interiors.

"The idea, especially in the casual living areas, was to give the decor a rustic air," says Ayala. "The painted brickwork and Provinical-style furnishings impart a relaxed feel that is more in keeping with a contemporary lifestyle. In the formal rooms, there has been a stricter adherence to the Victorian-era Queenslander."

Purpose-built to the specifications of the homeowner, modern touches include a dedicated home theatre, six-car garaging and a lagoon-style swimming pool with poolhouse.

"This property represents the calibre of home you'll achieve using Fairlight.

"However, we also understand that some clients prefer our design expertise only, which is why we give every client the option of using their own builder if they so wish," says Ayala.

The firm's capabilities extend beyond traditional-style homes it also designs and builds contemporary houses.

For further details, contact Fairlight Developments, phone 1300 738 799. Email: info@fairlightdevelopments.com.au. Website: www.fairlightdevelopments.com.au.

Story by: Trendsideas