GJ Gardner

“The attention to detail around the owners’ vision and the master plan is also very attractive. The design controls that have been created around the design of homes and their materiality have been well thought through. They are of a very high standard, but also give enough flexibility for people to still make choices – not too rigid, but enough in there to be creative. We build a lot of homes at Jack’s Point, so we are very familiar and comfortable working within the constraints of strict design guidelines,” adds Nick.

Talking about the process of building with G.J. Gardner, Nick says his team starts from scratch with every client. “Ninety-five percent of the homes we build are bespoke – that’s just the nature of the market down here. We start from the ground up to suit the site and its aspect, then adapt one of our floor plans – of which we have around 130 well-priced and well-tested plans that are already in the system – to meet the design controls of the development.”

G.J. Gardner employs a full-time interior architect to help with space layout, colours, interior design and specifications. There are three levels of specification: Express, Classic or Premium – each sitting at a specific price point. “These specifications are all interchangeable,” says Nick. “It’s all about finding out where the dollar can be maximised to suit a client’s taste and budget.”

A base level of landscaping is also included with the house, in conjunction with and to compliment Wooing Tree’s master plan. “In the past, we’ve gifted trees to clients – as a memento of when they first moved into their home. With Wooing Tree, it may be more appropriate to gift a Pinot Noir or Sav Blanc vine to crawl around their pergola’” smiles Nick.