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Enduring design
Contemporary urban design is right at home in
this substantial country residence built by the
award-winning team at House of Nautica
Finding the right plot of land is just the
first step in a new home project. Then you
have to consider an architect and a builder,
and make a whole raft of other decisions.
The owners of this new home on a
rural plateau in Coatesville solved the
problem by commissioning an architect
and a building team who worked together
to deliver the perfect solution.
House of Nautica built the home
to architect Brent Hulena’s specifications. The home, which sits up proud
of the plateau, comprises three linked,

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pitched-roof pavilions that wrap around a
large entertaining terrace on the west side.
Full-height glazing in all the rooms maximises the sun, light and views, and opens
up the interior to the terrace.
The home itself has a commanding
presence, due to both the design and materials. The simple forms, plastered concrete
block exterior and wide pan metal roofing
articulate the exterior, and enhance the
sense of permanence.
The same forms define the interior,
which features soaring sarked ceilings that

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follow the gabled roofline. This makes for
a very light, airy, spacious home.
The owners say the house ticks all
the boxes for their ideal home – it offers
relaxed living, is hard wearing and low
maintenance, and provides a fun environment for the children. The premium finish
and modern, yet timeless design, are also
greatly appreciated.
House of Nautica is a multi awardwinning member of the Registered Master
Builders Association. The firm describes
itself as a boutique company that offers