Luxurious and Timeless Family Living
Offering exceptional liveability with a rarely seen level of luxury, this often admired home is the perfect marriage between early 1900’s colonial style and striking, yet timeless contemporary design.The property enjoys city views and occupies an elevated corner block in a highly regarded Paddington location. It’s a meticulous collaboration between the clients and acclaimed Brisbane architect Tim Stewart that will be appreciated by lovers of traditional homes and the design savvy.
Original metal fretwork on the L-shaped 3 sided wrap-around veranda is a charming, character filled detail. Upon entry a formal drawing room offers a generously sized and sophisticated space, with bespoke display cabinets, a hidden Smart TV behind a silver gilded mirror, a San Marco Clear Crystal Murano chandelier and a fireplace that’s perfect for cosy winter days.
There is also an inviting and privately positioned guest bedroom with built-in cupboards and a stylish ensuite with natural travertine stone.
A bridge links the original property with the modern extension and it’s here you can fully appreciate the design elements. The home captures wonderful light and it offers multiple spaces to relax, work or entertain; yet it also feels connected. It has been finished to an exacting standard and the inclusions are high end, boasting solid timber spotted gum flooring throughout, wool carpets, natural travertine and basalt stone, sashless Aneeta windows and architectural lighting.
Keen home cooks will love the kitchen and it’s highly functional layout. It features a range of premium Gaggenau appliances (Induction stove, gas Wok burner, teppanyaki plate, BBQ grill, large 76cm oven, steamer, and plate warmer), Zip sparkling and filtered taps and there’s an abundance of storage plus a second dishwasher in the butler’s pantry. Benchtops are a combination of natural quartzite natural stone slab, Caesar stone and stainless steel, while the island bench is clad in stunning, leathered natural quartzite stone slab. For serious wine buffs there is a trio of integrated Transtherm wine fridges, coupled with a Vintec beverage centre under bench.
The adjoining dining and lounge room is a beautiful, generously sized space with picturesque views to the city skyline. Windows are fitted with retractable insect screens, so you can turn off the a/c and enjoy the breeze in comfort.
On the lower level, there is a media/rumpus room with a high-end 3D projector, concealed retractable projector screen and block-out blinds. The entire home is wired for integrated AV and sound with high quality Bowers & Wilkins and Quad speakers throughout, Sonos and RTI panel control system and three Denon amplifiers.
Timber sliders connect this room with the landscaped gardens and fire pit area on one side, while on the opposite side it leads to a covered internal terrace, incorporating a DCS rotisserie BBQ, outdoor Bromic Gas heaters, Haiku Big Ass fan, a second under-bench beverage centre and a 16m lap pool – creating a fantastic zone for family members of all ages to play, relax or entertain.
There are three bedrooms on the lower level, including the sumptuous Master retreat that boasts a second hidden mirror TV. It has a walk-in robe to rival a high-end boutique and an ensuite that includes a decadent outdoor shower and bath, so you can bathe alfresco in privacy. The other two bedrooms share the main bathroom, which is also fitted to the same high standard in travertine and basalt stone. There is a practical study area and the laundry doubles as a mudroom leading to the secure triple car garage. The home features state of the art security and cameras for peace of mind, all housed in a dedicated fan cooled AV and IT cabinet.
Apart from the extensive built in spotted gum cabinetry throughout the home, pull down ladders provide access to even more storage above ceiling and access to the powerful 15kw solar panel system.
The location is peaceful and close to everything that makes Paddington such a desirable inner-city suburb. With the Steven Clegg designed and established gardens, it’s easy to forget you are inner-city whislt looking through the trees to the Paddington water tower and city vista. It’s easy access to bus stops and the shops and restaurants of Latrobe Terrace. There are numerous schools within easy reach and it’s in the catchment for Ithaca Creek State School.
This is a stunning showcase of timeless, luxurious finishes and clever, well considered design – the owners say the home has grown with them, functioning equally well with older teenagers as it did with small children. It’s now time for another family to enjoy this superb property.
