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The entrance hall incorporates a stainlesssteel liquid fuelled hearth and sitting / reading area , with hidden storage for books and equipment integrated along the longest wall . This section will incorporate a glazed screen and doors to the lounge area at a future date .
The master bedroom , reduced in size from the original , incorporates 3m tall custom wardrobe units , each of which is planned meticulously around a detailed study and inventory of clothing , accessories , and shoes . A large ensuite bathroom is entered through double glazed doors from the master bedroom .
A major challenge was engaging a contractor for a relatively small project , as most contacts are made through recommendation , or local knowledge . In the end GHAI , acted as project and construction manager , appointing , and scheduling contractors , tradesmen , and suppliers , some of whom were prepared to enter into a written agreement , others on the basis of a simple quotation . This required advance bookings and confirmations from each , that materials and labour would be delivered on time to avoid interruption of construction works . GHAI also appointed a Belgrade based local representative to inspect the work in progress .
Demolitions were carried out by one contractor who also put in new structure , internal partitions , and ceilings . Air conditioning , electrical , lighting , joinery and cabinetry , timber flooring , ceramic tilling , kitchens , bathrooms were procured on individual agreements .
GHAI worked with tradesmen and suppliers , to design all built in kitchen , bathroom , and bedroom cabinetry , in addition , most freestanding furniture is custom made , including dining table and chairs .