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THE DIVA - Baldivis, Makybe Drive

THE HORIZON - Port Coogee, Orsino Blvd

THE LIMELIGHT II – Iluka, Romano Cres

Domenic and JosieNardelli, directors ofAquila Homes, arebreaking new ground

in this new Dianella property.Firstly, as boutique buildersthey usually create homesbigger than this three-bedroomsingle-storey model. So thoughit is smaller than most of theirbuilds, they emphasise that thehigh-quality finishes seen intheir homes have beenincorporated here.

Also, until now the companyalways has come to anarrangement with buyers toallow people to view thecompleted home.

This time, they have decidedto open the house to the publicbefore it is sold.

“We feel the design will begreat for downsizers or youngprofessional couples who alsowant a great finish,” MrsNardelli said.

Porcelain tiles andsplashback, Smeg Europeanappliances, quartz top to

bathroom surfaces andEuropean handles all show thatquality. So do the soft-closedoors on all kitchen drawersand cabinets and the appliancecupboard.

The home has a doublewood-and-glass entry door andthe long hallway leads first tothe home theatre which, like therest of the home has a height of31 courses. Most of the ceilingshave jazz stepped cornices butin the main living areas,shadowline cornices give anappealing contrast.

The couple started in thebuilding trade as draftspeoplebut now he has moved intoconstruction and sheconcentrates more on interiordesign. “It has been a greatjourney,” Mrs Nardelli said. Theman now charged withdesigning most of Aquila’shomes is Chris McMahon,described as being “young andin tune” by the Nardelli’s.

The main suite is at the frontof the home and has a featureceiling, walk-in robes, twinvanities in the ensuite and a big

shower. The long passageway tothe rear of the property leads totwo more good-sized bedrooms,a bathroom with a big bath andfinished in quality white tiles, atoilet and the laundry.

A courtyard opens from theliving areas and the home hasbeen finished in light,welcoming shades.

It can be viewed on Sundaysfrom 11am to 1.30pm or midweekby arrangement.............................................................................CONTACT Aquila Homes, 9349 9990.

Aquila directors Domenic and Josie Nardelli. Pictures: Gerald Moscarda

This Dianella home will be open to the public before it is sold.

Smaller but perfectly formed■ Len Findlay