Libby’s Retreat
By Architectural Window Systems
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.
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Architectural Window Systems (AWS) is one of Australia’s leading suppliers of aluminium window and door systems. Established in 1995, AWS prides itself on innovative systems, dedicated support and solutions focused design.
Our two main product brands are Vantage® Windows & Doors and Elevate™ Aluminium Systems. They are designed, tested and made for Australian conditions.
Vantage® Windows & Doors is the preferred choice for residential architects and building designers. Our products feature in renovations, custom homes and luxury high end homes. Selected for style, customisation, comfort and energy efficient performance.
Vantage® Windows & Doors includes four ranges:
- Residential Series
- ComfortEDGE™ Series
- Designer Series
- Designer ThermalHEART™ Series
Elevate™ Aluminium Systems is the preferred choice for architects designing for residential and commercial projects. Our products feature in high end homes, aged care, educational, mid-rise and façade projects.
Elevate™ Aluminium Systems includes five ranges:
- Commercial Framing Series
- Commercial ThermalHEART™ Series
- Commercial Series
- Architectural Series
- Curtain Wall Systems
They are durable, customised and able to solve a wide range of design challenges.
Our products are manufactured and supplied by over 200 independent fabricators across Australia. These are craftsmen in the industry with attention to detail, who care about your project.