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New Farm House – Black Solid Oak Interior

September 21, 2024
by Matthew
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This home has many varied living spaces which all came with their own challenges; the solid oak timber fluted paneling with each section of the paneling throughout this home being different so it flows around into another section, so each section had to be custom made. And there were to be no fillers used in the corners, which added another challenge.
The kitchen, panty and living spaces also all have complex curves and fluted paneling running into flat panels.
The upstairs office is a very workable office space with plenty of thought gone into how this space will work, as more than one person are working from home.
The main ensuite is just simply breath taking, the curved vanity adds a really unique touch to this design and is something I am sure we will see more of.
The Master suite with walk-in robe really make this home, the wall paneling and window seat fit beautifully with the Tudor window frame.

The architects wanted a black finish on all the joinery, and we had to make sure the oak grain was still visible, so we mixed up an earth black stain to achieve this and then finished all the joinery in a clear matt finish 2 pack.

This project was designed by Shaun Lockyer Architects and the build by CGH Constructions. Both a pleasure to work with.

Contemporary furnishings for Modern Design

December 10, 2023
by Matthew
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Working with Shaun Lockyer Architects we built all the interior and exterior furnishings. Beautiful warm solid timber look to contrast the concrete construction. Wall panel, built in window seats, all the doors, cupboards, walk-in robe and laundry and barbecue area were designed to compliment and bring a sense of unity to the whole build.

Meet our Team at Work

July 11, 2023
by Matthew
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Wall Divider for Living/Dining

May 16, 2023
by Matthew
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This spacious needed a divider and the designer did not want a completely solid wall, and designed a solid slatted wall.
The dividers are supported by brass pins to allow the LED lighting to run under each section, as well as letting the LED light come from both ceiling and floor.

The owner was taken away with the detail that we were able to add to this room divider.
The slats allow for the dining area to still be part of the lounge and fireplace and makes for a warming dining experience.

Designer Brad Ratajczek

Owners Testimonal:

We engaged Finer Living to build our new home and Entertainment unit, with a sliding door to cover the TV when not in operation, this unit also has many other features. Piano black edge details, LED lighting, 2 pack seal, 3 m fireplace and the unit is floating. The level of detail Matthew and his team put into this piece was amazing, he thought about every section to make sure we were happy with the end result.

We also had a Wall Divider made, this divider is made up of tapered sections that acts like sails, with top and bottom LED lighting and each divider is supported by two brass rods. The detail is just amazing.

I would highly recommend Matthew and his Team.

Sincerely,

Sui Yut WAN

Spectacular Wall Unit with Fireplace

May 16, 2023
by Matthew
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The family needed a large display unit with a fireplace and sliding TV cover for their Grand Home.

Working with the designer we were able to find a way to fulfill all of the clients needs.

The timber is a handmade veneer with taper edge details.
The designer wanted the edge detail to be in black and high gloss.

With the addition of the LED lighting, The final result is simply stunning and the client is very happy.

Designer Brad Ratajczek

Owners testimonal:

I would highly recommend Matthew and his Team.

Sincerely,

Sui Yut WAN

Bespoke Wall Unit

May 16, 2023
by Matthew
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The owner wanted a bespoke wall unit for the living room to create something special and unique for the whole family to enjoy whenever they were viewing the TV or just lounging.

Each piece of moulding is made by hand and each piece is glued as a single section.
The curve wraps around the sides but comes away as you open the drawer.

This unit has a tilt back wall in sections, the top is a poured resin top with a scalloped front detail to match the scalloping on the drawer section, also the designer wanted a 2 pack paint finish in different sections.

The owners are very happy with their stunning new wall feature.

Designer Brad Ratajczek

Hawthorne House with complete solid timber furnishings

January 17, 2023
by Matthew
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The owner came to us looking for quality timber furnishings for their new home. They both loved the idea of having as much timber through out their new home as possible. We worked with their ideas and helped to transform their new house into a home.

The Kitchen island is a WOW Piece , Solid Oak with a sunken in Butler sink, with a detailed island Cabinet. This Kitchen is spacious and has a wonderful feel. Off the kitchen there is a full butlers pantry, with stainless steel bench tops, and then leading into the mud room and laundry.

The Bedroom robes, were made from Oak and we painted them all white in a two pack finish and we left the grain showing , to add a warmer inviting touch to the rooms.

The Ensuite Vanity OMG it is Amazing (not my words) The drawers are all Solid Oak which shows off the grain in every section.

The walk-in robe is made in Oak and are floor to ceiling, which makes this space look and feel larger, with many drawers for storage.

The two standalone Timber Vanities are pieces of Art, they have hand turned legs with a detail drawer.

Wine Cellar and Cigar Room

February 3, 2022
by Matthew
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Working with Kco Designs on initial concept designs and then working with the owners on the final designs we created two amazing rooms, that compliment each other beautifully and are stunning.

The Wine cellar needed to be kept at a control temperature of 14.8 Deg , so we had to design our panels for this Dry area. We used an American Walnut timber in both solid and veneer panels. The owner wanted an old worldly feel and American Walnut was the perfect fit. Along with aged brass mesh for the lower cabinet doors.

All the spacing for the red wine was worked out with the owner, as he wanted certain places for each bottle. We added LED Lighting behind each section of racking, and the light flows though each bottle and creates beautiful colours and effects. A real bonus in this space.

We were asked for a fully functional kitchen, to include a glass washer, small fridges for champagne and wine. We installed glass holders, a sink and a tv. As the wine cellar also houses an exquisite Maple dining table to be able to discuss wines with clients and friends.

We all decided that the wine cellar will age like a fine wine, with the timbers holding an aroma of tastefulness.

The brief for the Cigar Room was developed with Kco Designs and fined tuned with the owners. The Cigar Room leads into the cellar and there is a view of the wine room, through the glass entrance door.

We added plaster board to all walls and ceiling to allow for a feature moulding. With the addition of LED lighting within the 2nd ceiling, creating a room within.

We created a mantel piece with carved woodwork and installed a gas fireplace. We installed a TV above and at the back is space for coats and hats to use as you enter. We needed to house a very rare book in the side cabinet, which required lighting and a book display. The display unit has side by side book shelves and we used the aged brass mesh for the cabinet doors for continuity.

We included two small wall nooks with LED lighting, that house display bottles which frame the wall painting, which it lit and all three make a feature wall.

All of the doors that lead to the Cigar Room are made from American Walnut with long custom handles.

Our clients Scott and Jenni love their new rooms to relax and entertain friends and enjoy a drop and a tasty Cuban cigar.

Wine Cellar in the Hills

October 25, 2021
by Matthew
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This wine cellar is made from Solid Spotted Gum and Veneer.

The storage is 925 Bottles of Wine.

The timber brings a warm feel and design a clean look , we added shelves for the wine boxes.

There is also an added space for a artwork in the middle framed section.

“Our experience of creating our wine cellar with Finer Living was wonderful: we’re exceptionally happy with the result. They went out of their way to research and work with us on the design to create a gorgeous and very functional space with a real eye for detail, and exceptional craftsmanship. I would highly recommend them.”

Kind regards and many thanks to the whole team for doing such a great job on our cellar project!

From David (The Gap)

Queenslander Renovation

June 24, 2021
by Matthew
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We Have just finished a large renovation for a Queenslander in Mitchelton. The Client wanted a Modern feeling in the home, and a kitchen that had clean lines and plenty off bench space.

After a few meetings we came up the final design,, all the internals are finished is a soft Black finish, and the outside is finished in a painted oak , with a custom grey. The main oven tower has two larger storage areas with a foldaway door. The under benches are finished in a black oak, the upper cabinets are finished in French Oak natural finish. The whole kitchen is finished off with a 12 mm white no stain porcelain top, which makes this kitchen absolutely stunning. The internals are finished off with natural birch ply, and we even designed a solid timber curve to soften the corner. This kitchen will give many years off enjoyment.

For the living room the client wanted a bookcase/Tv unit which would hold a very old core sample from the Pilbara region, so we designed the cabinet around this, they also wanted a fireplace and a frame TV. After a few design consultations we designed this wall hanging unit with lighting on the top and underneath. We made a special place for his core sample, which is held in with brass rods. There is a space for a sound bar, and the new frame tv sit well inside the space, the fireplace sits below the TV. This unit is made from Tasmanian Black wood and is finished in a clear 2 pack coating,to give it a soft feel and look. At night with the fireplace on and looking at Art from Belgium Art Gallery you are taken to another place.
The Clients are very happy with their new home.