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split-face Dynamic and honed Elegance, which
exposes the natural aggregate surface to add a
subtle sparkle.The Pewter chosen for Zanzibar is
one of eight colours available across the three
Artique finishes.
The blockwork is laid in a stack bond, reinforced
by starter bars, horizontal and vertical reinforcing
steel and core filling.The 300 series (300 mm
thick) blocks used as single skin external walling
were given a waterproofing treatment.The
internal face blockwork walls are all 200 series
(200 mm thick).A dark coloured mortar
complements the soft colour of the Pewter
blocks.Austral Masonry’s 200 series grey blocks
are also used extensively throughout the
structure, in hidden locations and under render.
Austral Masonry Artique designer masonry in
Pewter is used in the spine walls that run along
both storeys through the main breezeway of the
house.The masonry is located internally and
externally to maximise thermal mass – an essential
component of an energy efficient design – and to
maintain a visual flow between the indoor and
outdoor areas.
“The Pewter colour provides a contrast to the
striking polished concrete floors and white walls,
while maintaining the design’s ‘industrial’
aesthetic,” Rolton asserts.“It also has structural
benefits, bracing the heavily-glazed rear section.”
The Austral Masonry Artique Classic Designer
Masonry chosen for this project has a smooth
face finish.The Artique series is also available in
In keeping with the climate and location, the
landscaping is arid coastal.The owners have
also erected a private jetty allowing speedy
access to the river and then to the sea.
Comfort is always top of the list on a build
such as this.The home is fitted with a state-of-
the-art home automation system allowing the
whole house to be remotely operated via an
iPhone app.
The thermal benefits of masonry will also
add to their comfort and the extensive face
blockwork will substantially reduce
maintenance requirements. Paradise indeed!
