Libby’s Retreat

This stunning property overlooks rolling hills and farmlands, with views to the Peel Harvey Estuary in the distance. Our clients Libby and Geoff selected the location for the house because it reminded Libby of her childhood home in New Zealand. It’s a home designed and built with a lot of love. Libby had always dreamt of building a holiday home that was connected to nature, could accommodate their large multi-generational family and facilitate her health and well-being workshops. With good design, beautiful detailing and the use of local materials and products, Libby’s Retreat is warm and welcoming, exuding a sense of calm. Westec Doors and Windows worked with owners Libby and Geoff, Suzanne Hunt Architect and builders McLeish and Mathews to bring this dream to life. The main emphasis throughout the home is the use of the Series 704 SlideMASTER™ Lift Slide Sliding Door. The most prominent use of the door was to connect the master bedroom and main living spaces to the outside patio. It seamlessly brought the outside in, creating that connection to their surrounds. It was the perfect choice, not only visually appealing but functionally ideal to allow these large panels to slide with ease. Other products used throughout include the Series 424 Double Glazed CentreGLAZE™ Framing and Series 466 Architectural Awning Window. Libby passed away in 2021 just prior to the completion of the build but not before spending a precious night with Geoff in Libby’s Retreat. Libby’s Retreat was everything and more than she had hoped for. Photographer: Solution Plus