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First floor Ground floor Site plan part of the addition is clad in cedar boards that were triple stained and rubbed down to create a weathered look. The corner that pops out towards the rear of the property is wrapped in a silvery coloured Alucobond. And a ribbon of Enviroslat battens wraps down the opposite side of the upper level, curving under the eaves to form a wide soffit above the pool before extending down to the ground. “We have positioned a wall between the house and the bundary at this end of the pool,” says Florence. “This is made from toughened glass with a privacy film to screen the master bathroom on the other side. This room has an entire wall of glass, so we can look out to the vertical garden and a pond beside the house while showering.” Not surprisingly, the house is well equipped for entertaining. Special lighting features include blue LED lights in the pool, spot lighting on the vertical gardens, and individual lights on the trees along the perimeter of the property. There are digital dimmers and LED lights throughout the house, and the entire system is automated, making it easy to change the ambient settings. Legend to plans: 1 Site plan showing residence, pool and decks, 2 entry, 3 formal living room, 4 master bedroom, 5 dressing room, 6 ensuite bathroom, 7 powder room, 8 laundry, 9 family room, 10 dining area, 11 kitchen, 12 covered outdoor entertaining area, 13 bedrooms, 14 bathroom, 15 home office, 16 rumpus room, 17 garage. search | save | share at trendsideas.com 19