Set against a natural reserve teeming with birdlife and beauty, Jordy and Megg Knight’s home is a testament to passion, creativity and craftsmanship.
This young couple has transformed their property into a Mediterranean-inspired haven. With soft neutrals, touches of pink and a design that embraces natural light and open spaces, their home is as warm and inviting as the family who built it.
Jordy’s love for building runs deep. Having started his career in construction at the age of 16, his passion and dedication are evident in every project he undertakes. Influenced by his father and grandfather, both carpenters, Jordy honed his craft with an old-school mentality and a keen eye for detail.
“Jordy really does live and breathe building,” Megg says, pride evident in her voice.
In 2020, as the couple prepared to welcome their first child, Jordy took a leap of faith and founded Knight Built Design and Construct. Despite the challenges of starting a business during a global pandemic, the decision proved to be the right one.
“It was a big risk, especially with me about to go on maternity leave as well,” Megg tells salt. “We weren’t too worried, though. It just seemed right. It just worked.
“We have built the business purely on word of mouth and Jordy’s quality of work.”
At first, the work was mostly focused on renovations. However, a new-build project in Noosa Waters altered the couple’s direction.
“We had the chance to take on this challenging build. It involved a lot of off-form concrete, structural steel and feature timber cladding. It’s an incredible home, and it made Jordy realise his capabilities and desire to take on more ambitious projects.
“Until then, we had been mostly doing renovations, but we are now expanding and pivoting. Jordy does enjoy working on renovation projects. In a reno, there is always a bit of freedom or something changes on the site.”
The secret to designing and styling a successful renovation, according to Megg, is creating a mood board that outlines a clear vision. “It’s important to refer back to that mood board. Even identifying staple pieces of furniture you love. Start with that in a room and work backwards.”
Their clients also have access to an architect for more complex builds. Generally though, the process involves sitting with the Knights to flesh out the vision.
The couple’s own home reflects their skilled work. Purchased in February 2023, the 24-year-old property presented a blank canvas. Despite its outdated red carpet and internal damage, the home, with its black-framed windows, rendered brickwork and palm-tree surrounds, lent itself to that European coastal feel.
And so, with their third baby on the way (they now have three children under three), the Knights began the six-month project.
“We repainted the exterior, which was also red,” Megg says. “It needed a full gut and reframe inside. We completely stripped it back. We got the keys, and within 15 minutes, Jordy was knocking down walls,” she adds with a laugh.
The design brief was simple: create a Mediterranean-inspired sanctuary that would be both functional and beautiful. The couple opted for a soft colour palette of whites, beiges and subtle timber features, creating an open and airy atmosphere throughout the home.
“We opened the kitchen right up. It had been closed off. By opening it up, we created an indoor, outdoor environment that opens up over the pool area. It makes a huge difference.”
The heart of the home is the kitchen. Featuring a 20-millimetre stone benchtop and sleek two-pac cabinetry, the kitchen is as beautiful as it is practical. The centrepiece of the room is the 3.2-metre island bench, which doubles as a gathering spot for family and friends.
“Generally, we find even when we have people over for dinner, we all end up eating at the bench. It really is the heart of our home,” Megg says with a smile.
The ground floor is the base for the living areas, including a media room, kids’ TV room and office, and opens up onto the back verandah, which overlooks the nature reserve that backs onto the Noosa Hill golf course.
“Jordy had decking boards milled out of old railway sleepers, which is a real talking point,” Megg adds.
Other timber inclusions have been tastefully added throughout the home – from the engineered timber floors and kitchen shelving to a timber beam salvaged from a 100-year-old farm shed.
“Going upstairs, it felt like your head was going to hit the ceiling because it was low. Jordy cut into the ceiling and put in four skylights and the beam. It really opens the space right up and changes the feel completely.”
The grand staircase itself is a highlight. Crafted with otsu and micro cement, the stairs wind upwards to the four bedrooms and two bathrooms.
The main bathroom and ensuite have standout features with micro cement walls and natural travertine in a pretty French pattern. The curved walls and custom Indian-carved wood vanities, sourced from Noosa’s Alabaster Trader, add to the home’s Mediterranean vibe.
Continuing into the master bedroom, Jordy and Megg have created a haven of peace and comfort. Featuring an abundance of natural light, the space boasts a Hollywood-style walk-through robe and an oversized tub with views across the reserve and the palm trees in the backyard. It’s picture-perfect.
“Our bedroom is pretty amazing,” Megg laughs. “There is so much natural light flowing in. At the end of the day, it’s our place to go and just be. It’s very dreamy with lots of windows and a feature wall with a natural clay render.”
For Jordy and Megg, the renovation of their Noosa home has been a true labour of love. From the initial demolition to the final touches, every aspect of the project has been a collaborative effort.
Their next focus is on completing the landscaping and renovating the existing pool area.
The couple has already repainted the exterior of the house, opting for a creamy white render that complements the Mediterranean aesthetic.
“We still have lots to do outside with the gardens and footpaths. We are going to crazy pave around the pool and will keep the theme of naturals and whites,” Megg says.
For now, though, they’re enjoying the results of their hard work – a stunning Mediterranean-inspired home that perfectly reflects their style, passion and the love they’ve poured into it.