Design Thinking - Tips & ideas for designing your new home

Design Thinking TIPS & IDEAS FOR DESIGNING YOUR NEW HOME

We agree with Frank “Form follows function - that has been misunderstood. Form and function should be one, joined in a spiritual union.”

- Frank Lloyd Wright We think Frank (One of the most famous architects of our time) had it right. That’s why, when you design & build with Sentinel, we care just as much about how your home works, as how it looks.

We’ve put together the following pages to explain just some of the ways we design a home that looks and works beautifully.

A NOTE ABOUT

Quality Or

BIGGER

HIGH QUALITY

LOW QUALITY

SMALLER

In our experience (and we’ve built hundreds of homes) it’s better to choose quality over size.

So if budget becomes an issue, consider reducing size before quality. In the long run, you’ll be glad you did!

IMPRESSIVE

entryways Why settle for a boring entryway?

Make a great first impression with great design! Not only will guests be wowed, but a functional and stylish entryway adds value to your home. Make a statement, show off your personal flair, and give a warm welcome all in one shot!

view shaft?

WHAT’S A

View shafts are those little peeks of the outside world from inside your home.

Strategically chosen views of the ocean, part of your garden, a tree, or even the sky are at the end of a view shaft, and the layout and design of the interior of your home add drama to the view.

DEFINING SPACES

without walls

Open-plan homes exude a sleek and roomy vibe, but when there’s no way to distinguish the end of the dining space from the start of the lounge zone, it can feel a touch... floaty.

The trick is to use the floor, windows and ceiling or even paint colour to define the space.

TALK TO US ABOUT

ceiling feelings

What feeling would you like to have when you walk into a room? Open and spacious? Cosy and warm? Talk to us about the types of ceilings available, and how each one can give its own feeling to a room.

CREATE LIGHT AND ATMOSPHERE WITH

skylights

Illuminate your place with natural light, improve indoor air quality, and add a touch of architectural flair with skylights - the perfect solution for a brighter, more beautiful home.

WELL DESIGNED

bathrooms

With a little more thought and clever design, your bathroom can go from boring to beautiful. It needs to function well too, check out these designs for toilet privacy and elegant floating vanities.

BEING BOLD

with colour You don’t have to stick with white, off white and almost white in your home. Our colour consultant can work with you to give you the confidence to be bold with colour, personalising your home and creating architectural atmosphere.

walls

FEATURE

Feature walls bring visual interest and depth to a space, creating a focal point and enhancing the overall aesthetic of a room. Timber, brick, wallpaper or even a well chosen paint colour can really make the room!

wardrobe INSPIRATION

When planning your home, it’s important to consider the role that your wardrobe plays in your daily life.

A great wardrobe can help you stay organized, showcase your personal style, and make getting ready in the morning a breeze.

mudrooms AND LAUNDRIES

When it comes to laundries, incorporating loads of storage, hanging space and overhead cabinets will make your laundry life easier. If you’re planning a walk-through laundry, think about incorporating seating and storage for muddy boots to keep dirty sports gear out of the house!

light

IT UP!

Good lighting design is the fairy godmother of interior design - it can magically transform a room with just the flick of a switch! We can help you choose unique light fixtures to light up your new home, inside and out!

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