FELTON BLOG

Having looked at luxury bedrooms, it’s time to venture further into the inner sanctum of the master suite to that essential bedroom addition, the walk in ‘robe, also known as ‘WIR’. Walk in robes are a feature in many master bedrooms, even in the ‘non-luxury’ sector, and particularly in newly built homes. So what differentiates a ‘luxury’ WIR from a more standard version? According to quality home builders, a key factor is size. As part of their luxury home designs...

With bedrooms increasingly conceived as more than just places for sleep, many clients for custom designed homes have specific requirements in terms of bedroom design. Master bedrooms, complete with ensuite bathrooms and walk-in-robes, are normally a given. However current trends in luxury home designs are also leading to the customisation of standard elements; for example, instead of ensuites, in-room baths and showers are growing in popularity. A statement tub, partially divided from the main bedroom area through the addition of an...

Having won industry awards and widespread recognition as an exemplar of the best that Sydney home builders can aspire to, the Bella Vista display home by Felton Constructions was created to demonstrate what well thought out luxury house plans and expertise in interior design and decoration can bring to a home. Clients in search of luxury modern homes are often referred to the Bella Vista home as an introduction into what Felton Constructions can offer; they typically leave inspired to...

The market for luxury homes in Australia seems to be alive and well, with demand for unique, top-end properties for high net worth individuals remaining strong. And it seems that the sky’s the limit in terms of what such clients desire from their homes. The influence of luxury resorts at the top end of the hospitality sector is now affecting home building trends, while TV shows such as Grand Designs are a good barometer of the value home owners place...

If you’re engaging a home builder to create your ultimate dream home, it’s worth remembering that there are a wide range of million dollar homes to choose from in terms of style and design aesthetics.   Most luxury home architects or home builders will be able to provide you with a number of options in terms of the modern home designs on offer. To gain a ‘broad brush’ idea of what’s available, bear in mind that million dollar homes can...

Luxury home designs are as plentiful as the individuals who commission them and can be a great way to express their owners’ unique sense of style and taste, but one thing that certainly sets Australian luxury modern homes apart is the concept of outside-inside living; that sense of flow from the interior to the exterior of the home. There is a real abundance of beautiful homes that demonstrate this idea and if you’re scoping out ideal million dollar homes, the...

It’s interesting to note that even in the down turn that followed the global financial crisis of 2008, the luxury homes sector remained buoyant. And demand for luxury home builders continues apace, driven by the ability of high net worth individuals to specify custom designed homes that not only meet their specifications for the ultimate ‘dream home’ but also represent a solid and worthwhile investment. As an integrated Design & Construction company covering architectural design, interior design, cost planning and...

With homeowners increasingly seeking to maximum their home’s ability to provide a haven and a refuge, the bedroom is becoming a focal point in million dollar homes. In fact, given the fast paced lifestyles of many clients scoping out luxury home designs, it’s perhaps no surprise that the bedroom is a particular priority. Here, we take a look at some inspiring examples of master bedroom designs from around the world. From an architecturally designed contemporary room to a serene tropical...

Blame ‘Master Chef’ and the abundance of other cooking shows gracing our media these days, or the “kitchens and bathrooms first” approach to investing for possible re-sale; whatever the reason, homeowners are focusing on kitchens like never before. This is undeniably the case across all segments of the housing market, but the proposition gets particularly interesting when the focus falls on the luxury homes market. And even if homeowners aren’t “foodies” who love to spend time in the kitchen, it...

Recent times have seen a growing trend towards adding something ‘extra’ to the ultimate in luxury home designs. This is where the hidden features of luxury homes come in, offering the opportunity to lift those million dollar homes to the next level. When creating luxury home designs, everybody remembers to consider their dream living room, dream kitchen, dream bedroom and bathroom, and their dream outside space. But, when it comes to building luxury homes, everything can, and should, be a feature...