Expressions of interest are being called for 8840 The Point Circuit, Sanctuary Cove.
IT’S the kind of project that designers and builders dream about — having free rein to create a luxury house in a prime location with a generous budget.
Based in NSW, owner Penny Hall handed over full control of the Sanctuary Cove new build to Reece Keil, of Reece Keil Design, and Matt McLennan, of Bespoke Projects & Developments.
“They were both amazing because we did it all from Sydney and would check in occasionally,” Mrs Hall said. “It was all very stress free.”
The 1200-bottle glass-walled wine cellar is a standout feature.
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The brief was to create a modern and open design that capitalised on a north-facing position in a subtropical climate.
“We set out to create something unique,” said Mr Keil, whose design won a new residential house category at this year’s Building Designers Association of Queensland Design Awards.
“Given that the owners were open, design wise, we wanted to create a landmark that stood out, one that people notice and talk about. In this area, there is nothing like it. ”
Facing north west down the mouth of the Coomera River, the layout of the house was heavily influenced by the aspect.
“The home is designed to protect itself from the west and share light from the north in through the guts of the house,” Mr Keil said.
The brief called for an open plan design.
The ground floor is dedicated to open plan living with the lounge, dining and office zones wrapped around a grassed courtyard.
Rest and relaxation dominate the upper level where the spacious master suite has a walk-in robe, ensuite and a private balcony.
There is no shortage of wow moments either — a glass-walled walk-in wine cellar displays 1200 bottles, each bedroom boasts its own view and a gas fireplace runs the length of the living room.
8840 The Point Circuit, Sanctuary Cove.
Once the design and build phases were complete, the team handed the baton to interior designer Jill Chilton.
“We had one day there where we were given a whole array of furnishings and finishes to choose from,” said Mrs Hall, who was also having an apartment built in Manly.
“By the time it was all finished, I couldn’t remember what we were getting!”
When it came time to sign off the investment project, the review was glowing.
“They turned to Matt and I and said, ‘You guys nailed it,’” Mr Keil said. “I’m just glad they loved every single facet of the home.”
The design makes the most of the riverfront position.
Having remained on the Gold Coast during the COVID-19 period, Mrs Hall is spending time with family before returning to Sydney.
“It’s just a very comfortable and practical house to live in,” she said. “If you put the fireplace on at night, you don’t even need heating during the Queensland winter. Come summer, when you can open up the doors and let the breeze flow through, it’s just superb.
“We get so many comments, not just about the house, but the furniture too. They delivered everything we wanted and more.”
Glenys Pitkin is taking expressions of interest for 8840 The Point Circuit, Sanctuary Cove until September 11.
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