CASE STUDY

Caitlyn’s Hillside Estate proves that a unique block can be the foundation for a truly special home. In our case study, Caitlyn shares the challenges and triumphs of working with an “oddly shaped lot” and the importance of collaboration in the design process.

Overcoming Obstacles with Expertise

The lot’s irregular shape presented a significant hurdle. Caitlyn credits the AUSMAR team’s expertise with successfully “fiddling with” the floorplan orientation until the perfect solution was found, optimising both the front and backyard spaces.

Adapting on the Fly

Construction wasn’t without its hiccups. “A lot of engineering challenges” arose due to factors like slope, soil conditions, and limited access. Caitlyn acknowledges the resulting delays but emphasises that these are to be expected when building on a complex site. She highlights the importance of close collaboration with the building team to find creative solutions on the spot.

Turning Challenges into Assets

Caitlyn also shares how existing site features were cleverly utilised to enhance the home’s appeal and functionality. The existing retaining wall, for example, became a springboard for extensive landscaping, ultimately creating a visually stunning and functional outdoor space.

Embracing the Landscape

More than just individual elements, it was the thoughtful integration of all external features – fencing, landscaping, and embankment work – that truly elevated Hillside Estate. Caitlyn describes the embankment as a particular challenge, requiring significant work to transform it into an aesthetically pleasing and practical space.

A Symphony of Style and Nature

From the selection of fence posts to the landscaping plan and the facade’s design, every choice was made with the surrounding environment in mind. Caitlyn explains, “I tried to pick things that would match what I would expect this landscape to be.” This philosophy of harmony between the home and its natural surroundings is evident throughout Hillside Estate.

Unlock the Secrets of Hillside Estate

Download our comprehensive case study brochure to delve deeper into Caitlyn’s journey, the creative solutions that addressed the site’s challenges, and how she turned a unique block into a dream home. Feeling inspired? Contact AUSMAR today and let our team of experts guide you through building your own masterpiece, no matter the shape of your land.