Owners Dream – Jamboree Heights Acoustic Challenge
The homeowners were after a majestic, acoustically sound ‘music room’ to house a 19th century English ‘Parish Church’ organ, and so the Jamboree Heights Acoustic Challenge was born. The owner is a professional musician and trained opera singer, conductor and music teacher. A secondary objective was the room’s capacity to convert into a bedroom or family room should future owners require it.
Site Condition
A typical Jamboree Heights home found within the suburb and surrounding suburbs.
Design Solution
Natural under-floor ventilation via low-level louvres allowed cool air under the house to rise into the room to accommodate the organ’s requirement for an even operating temperature without the use of air-conditioning. Finish the room with a mix of new and traditional materials, including stained and polished plywood flooring to complement the look and style of the organ.
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Client & Partner Testimonials
Jan has a great eye for detail. Her plans are very comprehensive and she thoughtfully considers every aspect of how her clients will live within the space she designs for them. She specialises in period homes and homes with character.
Manley Homes Manley Homes
I have been working with Jan on small and large projects for over 15 years. These ranged from small extensions to very complex projects, one which was awarded the Master Builders best renovation over 250 k and the quality and workmanship award. Working with Jan has always been a pleasure, and despite whatever difficulties a large renovation throws your way, Jan always displays the ability to work though it, providing the best result and a pleasurable working relationship. Jan’s designs are practical, efficient and work for the needs of the client. I can speak for this as Jan designed my home in Camp Hill.
Stewart Harris BuilderFor an architect, Jan’s not an idiot.
Dave Maguire Builder
Best use of a steep site
PlaceMate topped the state for best use of a sloping site over $250000 at the Queensland Master Builders Association Housing & Construction Awards. The award was for the design of two contemporary townhouses built on a 500sqm site that dropped 10m from a busy road. All the bedrooms and living areas captured picturesque city views.
Best renovation $250-$500,000
PlaceMate took home the prize at the Queensland Master Builders Association Housing & Construction Awards for the best renovation between $250,000 – $500,000. The winning renovation was a 1910 cast concrete Californian bungalow-style home in Indooroopilly. The design added a new wing and unified alterations undertaken in 50s, 70s and 80s.
Recognised in The Courier-Mail
PlaceMate’s skills were recognised in The Courier-Mail for our transformation of a Shorncliffe residence originally built around 1910.
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