	{"id":23854,"date":"2019-05-16T03:38:00","date_gmt":"2019-05-16T03:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bellarinetimes\/?p=23854"},"modified":"2019-05-16T03:38:43","modified_gmt":"2019-05-16T03:38:43","slug":"metricons-new-cutting-edge-studio-m-design-centre-opens-in-geelong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bellarinetimes\/real-estate\/metricons-new-cutting-edge-studio-m-design-centre-opens-in-geelong\/","title":{"rendered":"Metricon\u2019s new cutting-edge Studio M Design Centre opens in Geelong"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>METRICON Homes is pleased to announce the recent opening of its new Studio M in Geelong. Located on Melbourne Road in North Geelong, Studio M houses an extensive range of on-trend products under the one roof for customers to explore and consider.<\/p>\n<p>The custom-built design centre supports Metricon customers on their new home building journey, allowing them to personalise their new home.<\/p>\n<p>Studio M in Geelong has reopened after an extensive renovation which saw the Melbourne Road premises gutted and fitted out with the latest residential housing products.<\/p>\n<p>Metricon Homes manager regional west Simon Taylor, who is based in Geelong, said that one of the most exciting aspects of building a new home is the opportunity to make it your own.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHowever, with so many options to choose from and decisions to make, it can also be overwhelming, this is why we\u2019ve created the Studio M experience.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe want to make home building as simple, enjoyable and convenient as possible.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Studio M houses a huge range of internal and external products, materials and finishes, as well as inspirational images, mood boards, and kitchen and bathroom fit-outs.<\/p>\n<p>Customers also have the opportunity to receive expert advice from Metricon\u2019s interior design consultants, as they guide your selections along every step of the way.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe great thing about Studio M is that it gives customers clarity about which products will best meet their needs and style.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cToo many people end up with buyer\u2019s remorse because products they\u2019ve chosen don\u2019t look how they imagined, or the same as they did online.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cStudio M lets you see, touch and really experience products to make better decisions about fitting out your home.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Tours of Studio M are free and available by appointment \u2013 even if you\u2019re not building with Metricon.<\/p>\n<p>So, whether you\u2019re making specific decisions about colour choices for walls or cabinetry finishes, or are just an interiors lover who wants to pick up some handy tips, there is something for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>Metricon Studio M is open Monday to Friday 8.30am &#8211; 5pm. 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