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2022
Building style
Modern

Norah Heads is Sydney’s best kept secret on the Central Coast. It still holds the ‘good old days’ at heart with 1950s built homes, untouched by newer estates or apartments.

The owner of this property was a minimalist, they wanted a timeless architectural home with a casual beach house feel, and maximised views of the ocean and pool area.

With this in mind Architect, Melanie Symington from Seaside Homes designed a split levelled home on an elevated floorplan, that would bring the oceanfront closer and blur the boundary of the houses in front.

The primary focus was on the liveability of the spaces. Something that would suit the owners and their adult children who would come and visit and stay with their partners from time to time. It needed to be easy to live in, low maintenance and connect with its location.

The home is separated into two wings, an owner’s wing and guest wing accessed separately by an external staircase or by the timber panelled feature staircase off the dining room. The guest wing compromises of 3 guest bedrooms. Midcoast Windows utilised architecturally inspiring Series 601 Magnum™ Sliding Windows to cool bedrooms with the sea breeze, while the main kitchen, living and dining space uses Series 548 High Performance Bi-Fold Doors on each end to create a free flow of movement from the indoors to the outdoor decks. This is a perfect spot to read or enjoy the afternoon sunset over the water.

The connection between the clerestory ceiling and outdoor deck is further enhanced with fixed double-glazed windows over the bi-fold doors. While fixed skylights parallel to one another naturally invite light into common areas of the home, staircase and uniquely above the shower.

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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.