Domain - The Age , February 15 - February 16 2019

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A masterclass in elegant simplicity

INDEX

Note from the editor

W

e hope this edition of the magazine sparks joy.

Each page is full of listings from the country to the city; an edit of the best of the late summer market, no matter where you might be searching. It’s a beautiful mix that will inspire you to hit the open for inspections, takeaway latte in hand and beloved by your side, this weekend. Then, flip to New Living for our cover story on how to create a warm and personalised home without over-decorating, inspired by Japanese tidying guru Marie Kondo. The temptation when styling a property is to add and add, and given homewares are cheaper than ever, this is an easy hole – full to the brim with clutter – to fall into. Experts share their tips for crafting interiors that are rich in texture and meaning, while exercising restraint. The word minimalism can elicit images of blank, cold rooms, but this is the new interpretation – liberated and balanced.

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House of the Week

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Open Home

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Best on Show

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PERSONAL TOUCH Meaningful style, the Marie Kondo way

I nd i r a Na ido o

Home Work

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LUSH IN THE CITY

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

DRAWN TO WATER

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Modern Homes

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Gardening

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Home Work

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Neighbourhoods

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Sometimes architecture just needs to allow the

place upon which it rests to shine. When water views and serenity are the picture postcards outside the window, interior restraint can be the exemplar of elegance. According to agent Brendan Warner, you won’t find a much better rendering of the minimalist style than this pared-back beauty.

“Everything here is top notch, from the security systems to the amazing hand-poured terrazzo floors,” he says.

Then there’s the largely monochromatic colour scheme, given a pop by things as gorgeous as the rectangular timber bath or the application of luxe marble in the bathrooms and kitchen.

A sculpture garden is a thing of great understated beauty here, too.

The entry level offers those brilliant blue water vistas as you wend your way into the living and dining areas and out onto the terrace.

Head downstairs where the expansive floor plan covers off four bedrooms, each with en suite and dressing room. Down here you can access the pool terrace with its sculptured design.

LOU SWEENEY

OUR COVER Coastal luxe at 66 St Pauls Road,

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Sorrento, listed by Sotheby’s p9

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ALBERT PARK 4

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LAST WEEKEND

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This grand Victorian balconied terrace has an eight-metre width in the dress circle of heritage-listed St Vincent Gardens. “It’s the mecca of our area; it takes a special membership to get in,” says agent Geoff Cayzer. Period features abound in the formal rooms.

The upper level has four bedrooms,

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What the agent says

rumpus and two balconies. There is also a plunge pool and pavilion over a subterranean wine cellar.

Auction: noon, February 24 Agent: Cayzer, Simon Carruthers 0438 811 601

Samantha Moffat

RT Edgar

A must-have for an out-of-town home is an outlook – be it a rural aspect or a water view.

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The character-filled Maling Road precinct is renowned for significant

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strip, 1882-built train station and adjacent Canterbury Gardens are a

This immaculate cottage has a pretty

streetscape on one of the widest

short walk from this 1920s California

block-fronted facade, renovated

streets in a friendly neighbourhood

bungalow, which is quoted at the leafy

interior and decked courtyard for

renowned for walkability to the beach,

blue-chip suburb’s 2018 median price.

afternoon sun worship – and so much

Albert Park Lake, welcoming cafes

The owners of 16 years expanded and

more. Even its crisp white living zone,

and South Melbourne market.

updated the home as their children

period features in two original

Auction: 10.30am, February 23

grew up.

bedrooms and the en-suited main

Agent: Marshall White, Sarah Wood 0408 902 827

Auction: 10am, February 23

bedroom upstairs add only part of the

Agent: Jellis Craig, Geordie Dixon

story. The priceless bonus is its

0418 588 399

position within a consistent period

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$1.71 million BEAUMARIS

3/4 Reserve Road WOW FACTOR

Near-new

three bedroom townhouse close to cafes and Beaumaris beach. Sold by Buxton.

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The shady lawns of Curtain Square

alongside a fresh contemporary

Off-Chapel warehouse conversions

rooftop area,” he says. And the icing

are opposite this two-storey boom-

renovation. Off the kitchen/dining

are tightly held and rarely as

on the cake – a spectacular all-

era gem. You’ll also find Rathdowne

area, a bluestone courtyard has room

remarkable as this five-level property

weather entertainment rooftop.

Village, Lygon Street eateries,

to park a car.

that has been substantially upgraded,

Expressions of interest: close 3pm,

transport and Melbourne University

Auction: 1.30pm, February 23

the agent says. “It’s been

February 26

close by. The family-sized house

Agent: Nelson Alexander,

reconfigured, opened up, integrated

Agent: RT Edgar, Michael Ebeling

retains classic period features

Sonya Laferla 0419 230 985

its living spaces and added the

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HOUSE OF THE WEEK B y LO U SWE E N E Y

Merricks: A rural pocket of the Mornington Peninsula, this address is delightfully close to the wineries of Red Hill, and the award-winning Point Leo estate restaurant, Laura, helmed by leading chef Phil Wood.

Recent Sales $1.07 million 3492 Frankston-Flinders Road, March 2018 $2.75 million 26A Merricks Road, April 2017

Welcome to paradise

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s there a better combination in all of nature than green hills rolling off to the sea? Put a home that’s an incredibly fine expression of the Australian rural aesthetic on the ridgeline and you’ve hit the jackpot.

Welcome to Merricks, an hour or so out of Melbourne on the edge of the Mornington Peninsula.

At its northerly front, this house looks like a quaint little cottage.

Then you wander over to the westerly elevation and watch the story unfold.

Come along the ramp to the entry and you’ll see how that western expanse creates a fabulous hallway running the length of the footprint; its central section opening out onto a broad terrace and the sparkling pool and spa.

Clever timber louvres slide across here to modulate light and heat.

Lofty ceilings let the light play and two handsome “pods” sit inside the main level, delineating the space.

One provides an excellent butler’s pantry just beyond the entry; the second, a sleek bathroom.

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MERRICKS 5

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$1.6 million 3385 Frankston-Flinders Road, November 2016

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Andrew Hines

Kay & Burton The kitchen sits between these two and boasts a handsome Italian granite island bench and views out over the green to Western Port.

The dining room lets you gaze at that blue-water view too before rolling you into the fine living room.

At the end here is the main bedroom – what a place to lay your head. Those breakers visible from the pillow, the green of the grapes rolling up the hill to the south west. The bliss is extended by a chic en suite with marble trim.

Downstairs four more bedrooms are tucked into the slope, ingeniously still offering water views. There’s also a gym here as well as the laundry, bathroom and media room-lounge.

Outside the pool and terracing are eye-catching, but if you’re a horse fancier your dreams have come true.

The equestrian block boasts three stables with hot wash, tack room and workshop. Beyond is a sand-based menage, little orchard rows and a thriving kitchen garden.

Positioned on one of only a couple of made roads in the district with expansive views to Western Port, this architecturally designed home, from its first-class finishes to its amazing pool, will not disappoint.

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B y CARO LIN E JAM E S & K ATE NAN CARROW

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This exceptional beachside

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race, enjoyed year-round.

Domoney Architecture has

barbecue is sure to get a

designed the sleek five-

work out in the warmer

bedroom, six-bathroom

months. Number 66 sits in a

family home kitted out with

prime spot with the Sorrento

the latest mod-cons and

front beach, shopping and

using a fresh and

cafes less than 10 minutes’

sophisticated palette.

walk away.

The spacious open-plan

Private sale

living zone features 3.6-

Agent: Sotheby’s,

metre high ceilings, oak

Danielle Vains 0432 617 229

flooring and a limestone-clad Jetmaster fireplace – the prime spot to curl up with a good book on autumn and winter nights. Double-glazed glass panelling bathes this area in natural light.

Keen cooks will thrive in the gourmet kitchen with its Calacutta marble island bench, integrated Miele appliances including double ovens, and separate pantry.

Each bedroom has a builtin wardrobe and en suite, and the master bedroom includes a large walk-in robe,

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plus an en suite with double sinks and a deep bath.

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The piece de resistance: the sparkling elevated solar-

This white-brick house sits

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Architect Christopher Doyle’s

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genius is on show again at

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a ridge north of Daylesford

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this impeccable mansion.

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windows, which leads to the

and Hepburn Springs. Its

outdoor entertaining zone.

Edwardian-inspired layout

Private sale

style grandeur include

Expressions of interest:

The built-in, six-burner gas

features verandahs on both

Agent: Hocking Stuart,

double-height coffered

close 5pm, February 26

sides. Living rooms capture

Will Walton 0412 511 717

ceilings, limestone floors and

Agent: Marshall White,

Italian chandeliers.

James Redfern 0412 360 667

the splendid views.

Three levels of European-

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In t e r v i e w b y K ATE NAN CARROW Ph o t o b y DANIE L P O CKE T T

“I’d say the London cab test for agents is a great idea, and I’d definitely pass.”

With

Do you know every square inch of

Where is your favourite local spot?

S T E V E N A B B O T T from Jellis Craig

Hawthorn, enough to pass a real

We walk around Anderson Park and

estate equivalent of The

the Gardiners Creek Trail. We also like

Knowledge?

visiting Studley Park with the dog; it’s

I’d say the London cab test for agents

like another world there.

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pon discovering he and property were made for each other, Steven Abbott, now a managing director, left the pizza trade and made quick work of building on his social networks. He’s now firmly entrenched in the eastern suburbs, professionally and personally, and he and his wife are raising their three sons in Hawthorn East, where he got his first taste for real estate.

is a great idea, and I’d definitely pass.

Have you experienced what How do you manage the rhythm of

everyday buyers and sellers

your work, weekly and yearly?

go through?

Again, I learned from Paul Prior. He

Oh, yes. We’ve bought and sold a

used to say, “try to never work a

number of times. It gives you

month that begins with a ‘J’ if you

empathy. We sold and then rented

can”. I’ve never quite managed that

for a number of years and I was

How did you get into property?

Was the market on fire when you

because there’s January, June and

anxious about getting back into the

Jellis Craig sold my grandmother’s

entered real estate?

July but you try to take breaks in time

market. A colleague said: “I think I’ve

house in Hawthorn East in 1993. My

Oh, no. The market was flat as a tack,

with the market cycle. I’ve got three

found a house for you.” It was a quirky

father said to the agent, Paul Prior:

but I didn’t know it was. It’s like the

young boys aged 11, 12 and 15 so I’m

’60s home in Hawthorn East that

“My son is a bit lost; he’s working in a

young ones now; they haven’t known

also a dad taxi, ferrying them to

was big enough for our three boys.

pizza shop in Lygon Street. Please talk

anything else.

cricket, basketball and music to help

We bought that after one inspection

my wife and give her a break.

and then immediately thought ‘have

to him.” Real estate and I, we found each other a bit. It gave me a team

Did you need a seriously good

environment, companionship and

contact book, even at 21?

What do you do in your downtime?

years ago. People can try to buy a

focus. I could see the connection

I think Richard Jellis probably saw

We’ve got a place in Byron Bay. That’s

10/10 property, but it’s probably wiser

between work, success and reward.

potential in me, that I was born in

our sanctuary. It’s quite easy to get

to buy a 6/10 or a 7/10 that is well

When Paul turned up at my

North Balwyn, went to school at

there now. It’s also nice to get

positioned but with scope to improve.

grandmother’s house, he had a big

Marcellin, enjoyed my sport and that I

completely away and not necessarily

My thinking is that housing suits

diary and a big block phone; I thought

was social. Through those qualities a

run into people you know.

particular stages of life, rather than

“ooh, yeah”. Paul encouraged me from

network will build.

day one.

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we paid too much?’ That was seven

getting attached to a particular house.

B E S T O N S H OW B y CARO LIN E JAM E S

GLEN IRIS 2

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Less than 500 metres from two train stations with multiple parks and schools nearby, this slick townhouse packs serious locational clout.

Gardiners Creek parkland and Nettleton Park Reserve are both close, offering outdoor recreation pursuits.

“I can see a professional couple with older children,” its agent says. Houselike proportions mean a study is separate to three bedrooms, and there are indoor and outdoor entertaining zones. An upstairs retreat area provides spaces for multigenerational living. Gourmands are treated to a stone kitchen, butler’s pantry and Miele appliances.

Auction: 11am, February 23 Agent: Jellis Craig, Mark Lawson 0414 777 887

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Occupying one of postcode 3181’s larger residential

Classic architectural style with plenty of 21st-century

City views from the balcony and a plum position on

allotments, this detached double-fronted house

gloss, this double-storey home boasts timber floors,

Princes Hill are on show at this renovated Victorian

straddles 520-square metres of land. “You are struck

stone benches, three marble fireplaces and period

stunner. Period looks and contemporary fittings

by the privacy, oodles of space, when inner city living

hallway arch. A charming tessellated tile verandah

combine to create a highly liveable modern home

is usually cheek by jowl,” the agent says. The living is

sets the mood while a sunny north-facing rear

that could accommodate a variety of family units.

light and bright open-plan. Dedicated storage, large

courtyard enhances it. “This is a perfect example of a

Features include airy open-plan living and dining, a

timber decking and a leafy garden are standouts.

quintessential Victorian terrace,” its agent says.

stone kitchen, and a retractable awning.

Auction: 2pm, March 2

Auction: 11.30am, February 23

Private sale

Agent: Biggin & Scott, Tom McCarthy 0418 326 897

Agent: Marshall White, Michael Martin 0478 011 216

Agent: Collins Simms, Nicholas Corby 0418 512 978

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AUCTIONS Houses and Apartments * AIRPORT WEST 85 McIntosh St

3BR

12.30

840-895 Nelson Alexander

3BR

12.00

POA

Cayzer

3BR

3.00

1.25M - 1.375M

Woodards

4BR

10.30

NPD

Marshall White

3BR

11.00

POA

Fletchers

2BR

11.00

700-770

Noel Jones

3BR

10.30

POA

Marshall White

2BR

10.30

500-550

Woodards

3BR

10.00

POA

Jellis Craig

ALBERT PARK 5 Durham St

BOX HILL 14 Patricia St

BRIGHTON EAST 30b Pine St

BULLEEN 16 Valentine St

CAMBERWELL 2/42 Range St*

CANTERBURY 5/5 Chatham Rd*

CARNEGIE 11/314 Neerim Rd*

CAULFIELD SOUTH 45 Aileen Av

Beagley House, in prestige Canterbury, fuses period Edwardian details with a contemporary renovation. Listed by Marshall White.

ESSENDON 3/254 Buckley St*

2BR

11.00

530-580 Nelson Alexander

5/28 Warner St*

2BR

10.00

400-440 Nelson Alexander

54 Bradshaw St

3BR

12.30

1.59M-1.69M Nelson Alexander

86A Price St

4BR

11.00

1.4M-1.5M Nelson Alexander

HAWTHORN 16/178 Power St*

ALBERT PARK 2BR

12.30

POA

MW ONE

KEW 6/37 Atkins St*

2BR

10.00

POA

Marshall White

2BR

10.45

NPD

Greg Hocking

4BRBy Appt.

POA

Cayzer

POA

MW ONE

36 St Vincent Pl

3BR

1.30

POA

MW ONE

38 Mercer Rd

3BR

10.00

POA

Marshall White

896 Malvern Rd

3BR

12.00

POA

Marshall White

5 Harwood St

5BR

2.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

5 Kinane St

4BR

10.30

NPD

Marshall White

56 St Andrews St

4BR

12.00

NPD

Follett & Co.

7 St Ninians Rd

4BR

1.30

NPD

Marshall White

3/103 Raleigh Rd*

3BR

11.00

550-600 Nelson Alexander

3/86 Raleigh Rd*

3BR

11.00

780-850 Nelson Alexander

MIDDLE PARK D/41 Herbert St*

1 Finlay St 35 Reed St

10.00

MARIBYRNONG

2BR

11.00

POA

Cayzer

MONT ALBERT

ARMADALE

BRIGHTON

CAMBERWELL

2/39 Victoria Cr*

2BR

2.00

POA

MW ONE

22 Smythe Av*

0BR

12.00

POA

Fletchers

MOONEE PONDS

15 Lansell Cr

800-880 Nelson Alexander

2BR

11.00

POA

Cayzer

2BR

9.30

POA

MW ONE

RICHMOND

3BR

11.00

POA

Jellis Craig

503a Swan St

2BR

12.00

POA

Jellis Craig

64 Baker St

3BR

12.00

POA

Jellis Craig

2BR

11.30

POA

MW ONE

TOORAK 2BR

11.30

POA

MW ONE

VERMONT 14 Frances Av

4BR

11.00

1.33M - 1.43M

Woodards

Marshall White

64 Paxton St

5BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

11E/481 St Kilda Rd*

2BR

11.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

13/1 Mackenzie St*

3BR

2.15

NPD

Kay & Burton

2701/368 St Kilda Rd*

3BR

1.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

MELBOURNE

Marshall White

POA

Marshall White

62 Hambleton St

3BR

11.45

POA

Marshall White

10 Chatham Rd

5BR

10.30

POA

Marshall White

8 Winson Green Rd

6BR

12.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

CARLTON NORTH 117 Arnold St

3BR

11.45

1.85M-2M Nelson Alexander

253 Station St

3BR

11.30

1.5M-1.65M Nelson Alexander

19/293 HAWTHORN Rd*

5 Deepdene Rd

PORT MELBOURNE 31 Stokes St

2BR

9.30

POA

Marshall White

93 Pickles St

4BR

12.30

POA

Marshall White

SOUTH MELBOURNE 3BR

10.30

NPD

Biggin & Scott

165 Nelson Rd

4BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

396 Dorcas St

4BR

11.45

POA

Marshall White

46 Howe Cr

4BR

12.30

POA

Marshall White

Marshall White

5BR

1.00

POA

Marshall White

1/16 Agnes St*

4BR

1.00

POA

RT Edgar

121 Hotham St

3BR

12.00

POA

Caine

2BR

10.45

24 Van Ness Av

4BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

4A Atkins Av

4BR

10.15

POA

Marshall White

5BR

12.30

NPD

Marshall White

TOORAK

31 Pine St

3BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

5 Berkeley St

5BR

11.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

25 Woodside Cr

1M-1.1M Nelson Alexander

SOUTH YARRA 3/23 Millswyn St*

3BR

1.15

POA

5 Gordon Gr

4BR

2.00

POA

Marshall White

50 Rockley Rd

4BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

7 Oxford St

3BR

11.00

POA

RT Edgar

83 Caroline St

3BR

1.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

1-8/15 Marriott St*

8BR

10.00

10/10 GURNER St*

1BR

1.15

34 Charnwood Rd

6BR

1 Cloverdale Av 1 Myrnong Cr

ST KILDA

HAMPTON 8 Bridge St

SURREY HILLS

Marshall White

POA

1.15

GLEN IRIS

4 Little Kent St*

POA

5BR

10 Percy St

Jellis Craig

1.00 12.15

6 Nimmo St

Biggin & Scott Biggin & Scott

4BR 4BR

Marshall White

900-990 POA

17-19 Thornbury Cr 419 Wattletree Rd

POA

11.00

600-660

Jellis Craig

MALVERN EAST

POA

2BR

12.00

Marshall White

POA

2.45

27 Cutter St

10.00

POA

12.00

2.30

FITZROY NORTH

2BR

9.30

4BR

3BR

Biggin & Scott

3BR

3BR

53 Hunter St

4BR

1.2M-1.3M

15/1509 Malvern Rd*

Marshall White

20 Park St

161 Neville St

1.00

4 Little Alfred St*

Kay & Burton

MALVERN

144 Canterbury Rd

3BR

3/87 Westbank Tc*

Kay & Burton

NPD

Marshall White

2/19 Mary St*

1/38 Florence Rd*

POA

EAST MELBOURNE

PRAHRAN 62/4 Sydney St*

12.15

DEEPDENE

PORT MELBOURNE 209/166 Rouse St*

3BR

CAULFIELD 11.00

NPD

2.00

POA

1M-1.1M Nelson Alexander

3BR

11.00

4BR

1.30

12.00

7 Purches Av

4BR

54 Foley St

5BR

3BR

PASCOE VALE SOUTH

27 Barry St

MIDDLE PARK

79 Holmes Rd

Woodards

Marshall White

Jellis Craig

44 Through Rd

660-720

POA

Marshall White

CANTERBURY

1.00

11.15

POA

1.3M-1.4M Nelson Alexander

3BR

3BR

POA

1.5M-1.6M Nelson Alexander

3/46 Luckie St*

224 Rathmines Rd

1.00

1.00

NUNAWADING

Marshall White

12.45

2.30

770-840 Nelson Alexander

Jellis Craig

POA

3BR

5BR

10.30

POA

2.00

4BR

4BR

2BR

1.00

5BR

35 Russell St

61a Steele St*

147 Bent St

4BR

3 Murdoch St

7 Norfolk St

NORTHCOTE

15 Burgess St 16 Neave St

KEW

2BR

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35 Reed Street, Albert Park Instantly appealing in both style and lifestyle attributes, this Victorian terrace’s stunning combination of period charm and contemporary design creates the perfect inner urban sanctuary. Features a contemporary kitchen, expansive open plan living and dining plus north facing decked courtyard.

Auction Saturday 23rd February at 11.30am Inspect Sat 10.45-11.15am Thu 5-5.30pm Contact Simon Gowling 0422 234 644 Max Mercuri 0431 043 723

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Albert Park 8644 5500

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ALBERT PARK 36 St Vincent Place North

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MAGNIFICENT VICTORIAN ON ST VINCENT GARDENS This wider than usual balconied terrace (8 metres approx.) features grand formal sitting and dining rooms that retain marble OFP’s. Modern kitchen, full-width open plan living and meals area designed to maximise natural light and bi-fold doors opening to meticulous landscaped north-facing garden, plunge pool, expansive wine cellar and access to Draper Street.

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Directly opposite St Vincent Gardens Stunning main bedroom with balcony access 3 further upstairs bedrooms, rumpus room North-facing terrace with city views

cayzer.com.au

• Exquisite period features throughout; Baltic timber floors, marble open fireplaces, soaring high ornate ceilings and light fittings • Possible car space if desired • Only a short stroll to Albert Park Village and Lake, the beach, schools and public transport.

View By appointment only Auction Sunday 24 February at 12 noon Contact Geoff Cayzer 9690 9782 Simon Carruthers 0438 811 601 Michael Szulc 0417 122 809

Port Melbourne 03 9646 0812

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BRUNSWICK 14 MACKENZIE STREET E ET PRETTY T AS TY A A PICTURE 56 St Andre rew re ews Stre r et, Brighto re t n to

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Fully detached, this gorgeous weatherboard Victorian house is the one to make your mark.Double fronted and a bullnose verandah w/ w cast iron features, the centre passage ways boast BR’s on both the left and right sides. Central kitchen,lounge and dining room that oversees the garden.

Whilst the house could benefit from creative attention, the existing structure will make any renovation a work of art (STCA) A .On a large 327m² block Approx, the garden can be A) made accessible from the rear laneway.Public transport is plentiful, walking and bike paths.

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8 Winson Green Road Canterbury 6

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84 Arnold Street Princes Hill Amid one of Princes Hill’s most beloved streetscapes, this enchanting abode has been meticulously transformed into a modern oasis with the added potential to craft your own signature style. www.84arnoldstreetcarltonnorth.com

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1/16 Agnes Street East Melbourne Dimensions of drama c size (288m2 approx.) and high-end luxury leave an unforge able impression throughout this extraordinary 1 of only 4 whole floor apartments. A dedicated li entrance flows to a gourmet open-plan kitchen, meals and graceful living area. Two invi ng balconies overlook a sensa onal backdrop of the City, while the stunning kitchen showcases Miele appliances, a wine fridge as well as ample storage. Four double bedrooms each with built in robes, (master with walk in robe and stylish ensuite), as well as an addi onal two modern bathrooms and a private double lock up car garage. Located in the heart of East Melbourne only minutes’ walk to the MCG, CBD and Treasury Gardens.

1-16agnesstreet-eastmelbourne.com EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Tuesday 26th February at 12.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday 1.00-1.30pm & Wednesday 2.00-2.30pm Sarah Case 0439 431 020 | Rudy Van Der Berg 0405 204 450 28

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121 Ho H tham St S re r et AUCTION OPEN

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A3 B2 C2 Single level, double fronted, freestanding Victorian residence on 412 sqm site in one of East Melbourne’s ’ pre-eminent streets. This appealing ’s package provides a rare opportunity for a sensational lifestyle on one level or vast potential to enlarge and enhance to multi-levels (STCA).

Paul Caine 0407 393 900 Alex Subotsch 0447 393 014

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Auction: Sat 2nd Mar 12.00pm Contact: Sam Gamon 0425 702 574 Guide: Contact Agent Rhianna Hoyle 0408 100 583 Inspect: Sat 11.00-11.30 | Sun 12.15-12.45

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17 Alfred Road Glen Iris 4 B 2 b 2 C 1 s

Magnificent Californian On 975sqm With A Promising Future Immaculate 4 bed, 2 bath Californian Bungalow on 975m² (approx). Formal lounge, kitchen/meals area, family room, heating/AC, gazebo & pool.

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This contemporary Scotch Hill executive family residence comprises zoned family living accented by a range of high quality appointments. Formal living and dining rooms are complemented by a study and open plan living with fireplace. A sleek kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, wine fridge and walk in pantry. Includes ensuite main bedroom, retreat, laundry, powder room, pool, pergola and double garage.

Auction: Saturday 2nd March at 12.30pm

View: Saturday 12.00-12.30pm & Thursday 11.00-11.30am & 5.30-6.00pm

Contact: Hugh Hardy 0407 339 807 Ada Taylor 0428 058 880 Office 9864 5300

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13-15 palm Island Court, Patterson Lakes Paradise in Palm Island!

This remarkable Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece is finished to the highest standard for a life of unsurpassed luxury. Complete with two boat moorings, stunning water views and sprawling over two titles combining for approx. just over 1,600 SQM of sandy beach, waterfront land.

Mitchell Torre Real Estate Pty Ltd, Hamish Mitchell P: 03 9772 0077, 0404 534 754

1-8/15 Marriott Street, St Kilda

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4 Cloverdale Avenue Toorak A sophis cated and modern masterpiece, showcasing outstanding propor ons with low maintenance living all in prized Toorak loca on only moments’ walk to Toorak Village, Royal South Yarra Tennis Club and Como Park. Offering four decadent bedrooms, four lavish bathrooms, study, spacious formal lounge, home theatre, porcelain kitchen with marble splash backs, butler’s pantry, expansive informal living/dining with floor to ceiling doors opening to sun drenched terraces and swimming pool for indoor-outdoor lifestyle living. Li , four car garage, gym and wine room.

4cloverdaleavenuetoorak.com EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Monday 25th February at 12.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday 11.00-11.30am & Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm Sarah Case 0439 431 020 | Rudy Van Der Berg 0405 204 450 42

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7 Oxford Street South Yarra Contemporary, award-winning warehouse renova on with spectacular light-filled formal and informal living areas, fabulous roo op entertaining area with city skyline views, all located in the heart of South Yarra. Three spacious double bedrooms as well as open plan indoor / outdoor dining looking onto stunning Eckersley-designed ver cal garden over four floors, in addi on to generous study, two large living spaces, double garage and numerous private outdoor spaces. Beau fully finished with many addi onal features including ground floor slab hea ng, hydronic hea ng throughout, split system air-condi oners, sound system inside and outside and li to all levels including roof deck.

7oxfordstreet-southyarra.com EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Tuesday 26th February at 3.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday 11.00-11.30am, Wednesday 1.00-1.30pm & 5.30-6.00pm Michael Ebeling 0418 338 811 | Holly Gillham 0423 564 688

1 Myrnong Crescent Toorak

4 Fairbairn Road Toorak

Bathed in natural light and with expansive views over the Kooyong Valley, this well-propor oned, 5 bedroom, 1930’s residence delivers excep onal family spaces with abundant internal/external entertainment op ons, all set in lush, mature gardens. Ideally located in a quiet street, with close proximity to private schools, Kooyong Village and public transport. Land size 1137m2 approx.

1myrnongcrescent-toorak.com EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Monday 4th March at 12.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday & Wednesday 11.45am-12.15pm Oliver Booth 0413 975 723 | Abby Innes 0423 210 790

This spectacular double fronted four bedroom Victorian has been completely renovated and extended to the highest of standards throughout showcasing a cu£ng edge, light filled home of immense style and sophis ca on. Perfectly posi oned with Brookville Gardens, Hawksburn and Toorak Village shops, restaurants and transport all a short stroll away.

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Spacious and bright top floor apartment with city views and leafy outlooks, provides superb potential only moments from Toorak Village. Featuring two large bedrooms with built in robes, central bathroom, open plan living and dining with adjoining sunroom or large study with balcony for added flexibility. Lock up garage and storage space add to the appeal and convenience.

View: Saturday & Thursday 12-12.30pm

Auction: Saturday 23rd February at 11.30am Contact: Emma Pierson 0409 182 310 Simon Curtain 0405 385 285 Office 9864 5300

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93 Pasco Street Williamstown A stunning Victorian home balancing classical and contemporary elements to meet modern family life. Interior design and styling by renowned Bloom & Co and as featured in House & Garden Magazine, enhance exquisite detailing and luxurious inclusions.

Includes formal & open living, 4 beau ful bedrooms near schools, cafes, train, beach, hospital, shops, freeways, airports and CBD. rtedgar.com.au AUCTION Saturday 16th March at 10.30am (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday 12.00-12.30pm | PRICE $2,050,000-$2,250,000 Sam Wilson 0404 865 018 | Joanne Royston 0402 996 622

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3469 Point Nepean Road Sorrento

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Scotsman's Hill - Notably one of Kyneton's Finest Examples of Modern Architecture Intermode architect design along with a resident green thumb has delivered up a masterpiece set high on Scotsman's Hill, on a site of 6201m2, with magnificent views over lush green treetops framing a panoramic view of Mount Macedon and unique outlook over the Kyneton Racecourse.

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Auction Saturday 16 March at 11am UNLESS SOLD PRIOR Reserve Price $1,750,000 View By appointment Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347

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Woodend 5427 3200 102 Donovans Road, WOODEND View

Saturday 16th February 1:30pm - 2:00pm For Sale Contact Agent

Cherie Graf 0407 823 686

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Impressive high quality country home.

Fully self contained studio.

Top-of-the-r p-of p-of-the-r ange appliances.

Extensive horse facilities.

Excellent outdoor entertaining facilities.

83 High Street, Woodend

(03) 5427 2999

Rural Second Rotation Forestry Plantation Raglan-Elmhurst Road, Glenlogie, Victoria • 364.60ha* (900.94* acres) Blue Gum asset • Views, 9 stock dams and 11 freehold titles • 70% planted, regrowth — 6.5–7.8 years old • Potential income via the sale of the timber • Lifestyle / farming development opportunity

Expressions of Interest Closing Wednesday 27 February 2019 3pm Josh Todd 0428 621 004 Ray White Rural Ballarat

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3 Farnsworth Drive Cape Schanck This immaculate three bedroom plus study home features stunning kitchen, dining and lounge opening to invi ng Al fresco entertaining and further enhanced by upstairs indoor/outdoor living showcasing breathtaking rural vistas across The Na onal Golf Course to the breaking waves of Bass Strait. With quality appointments including a double garage with workshop, this stunning property offers effortless enjoyment in a truly aspira onal loca on. rtedgar.com.au FOR SALE VIEW Saturday & Sunday 3.00-3.30pm Samantha Moffa 0431 702 838 | Samuel McNeilage 0416 627 110

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10 Old Bittern-Dromana Road Merricks North Aptly named for its substan al indoor living and 14 acres (approx) of verdant pastures, Merricks Homestead’s outstanding infrastructure offers ul mate flexibility for a rewarding rural lifestyle. Superbly curated to offer six bedrooms including a spellbinding main residence and charming separate co age encircling a resort style pool, and impressive equine and hobby farming inclusions, the picturesque property delivers the highest level of comfort and every conceivable amenity in a revered Pensinsula loca on. rtedgar.com.au EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Thursday 21st February at 5.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday & Sunday 11.00-11.30am Michael Parker 0428 540 500 | Samuel McNeilage 0416 627 110 48

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3732 Point Nepean Road Portsea Panoramic views over Weeroona Bay, Portsea Pier and beyond. This iconic cliffside limestone chateau circa early 1900s has been architecturally renovated combining contemporary luxury and the romance of the French Mediterranean. Nestled in landscaped gardens with heated pool, this luxurious 975sqm (approx) property unfurls over three levels with large north facing entertaining terraces and open cooking fireplace. Many other features include vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, ducted and hydronic hea ng and automa c sliding glass doors - all complimen ng the epicurean kitchen. A private underground French inspired wine cellar and double garage. Nestled amongst Portsea’s finest clifftop proper es, with private beach access, this spectacular resort style home is just steps to Portsea village.

FOR SALE VIEW Saturday & Sunday 11.00-11.30am Ilze Moran 0439 840 550 | Samantha Moffa 0431 702 838

24 Farnsworth Avenue Portsea Enter down a long driveway lined with canopy trees and birds of paradise to this contemporary home, boas ng tall ceilings and walls of windows that capture the natural light and lush surrounds. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 2 living areas, a premium kitchen, integrated fridge/freezer and Miele appliances. It also includes a superior master bedroom, study, private balcony and spa, 3.5 bathrooms, ducted hea ng/cooling and vacuuming, open fireplace, video intercom, in ground trampoline and double garage. The heart of the property stars a deluxe open air entertaining area allowing for all season dining that overlooks the pool, tennis court and tropical gardens. This spectacular home on 1840sqm (approx), is just moments from the bay, surf, golf course and village. rtedgar.com.au AUCTION Saturday 9th March at 12.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday & Sunday 12.00-12.30pm Ilze Moran 0439 840 550 | Michelle Cook 0481 148 286 DOM A IN

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23 Marine Parade Shoreham Entrenched in the seaside serenity of old Shoreham, this invi ng home on 1 acre (approx), includes 3 bedrooms including master with ensuite and spacious living extending the northerly rear garden. Move in and enjoy the tranquility of this private sanctuary.

AUCTION Sunday 24th February at 1.00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Sat & Sun 1.30-2.00pm Michael Parker 0428 540 500 Samuel McNeilage 0416 627 110

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5 Cypress Point Drive Mount Eliza This 2712 sqm (approx.) property features a spectacular garden surrounding a home meless in design. 5 living rooms, 5 generous bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, study and powder room, a tennis court, lagoon-style pool and numerous outdoor rooms surrounded by mature trees and year-round florals. Private walkway to Daveys Bay Beach and undercover parking for up to 5 vehicles.

LORNE 03 5289 4222 TORQUAY 03 5295 1999 www.greatoceanroadrealestate.com.au

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TENNIS ANYONE? A truly rare opportunity to purchase a premium coastal property featuring a mod grass tennis court and sea views in the highly sought after Point Roadknight precinct. This beautifully presented 4 bedroom home features a spacious and bright open plan living, kitchen and dining flowing seamlessly to multiple outdoor entertaining areas. Enjoy watching the family play tennis or the expansive blue water views from the elevated location close to Anglesea Main Beach and shopping amenity.

OFFERS REQUIRED BY 5pm FRI 8th MARCH Unless Sold Prior

rtedgar.com.au FOR SALE VIEW By Appointment Vicki Sayers 0410 416 987 | Amber Sealey 0438 933 111

EPR: $1,750,000 - $1,850,000 OFI Saturday & Sunday 11-11.30am Ben Jackson 0437 380 706 James Worssam 0418 585 815 AIREYS INLET

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This fully renovated 1850s open-plan farmhouse is the apogee of spare style. Its timber walls and flooring make its generous spaces nurturing. The kitchen flows into a large living/dining area, off this a sitting room, all with views to Mt Macedon. The master bedroom has similarly lovely views, a dressing-room and en suite.

Two more bedrooms have en suites. Verandahs connect to shaded lawns. Jewelled with natural bush the property of 95ha (approx.), with an 8ha (approx.) lease attached, can run up to 150 cattle. It has new fencing throughout, cattleyards, two haysheds, a machinery shed, three dams and water to all paddocks. A gorgeous getaway and vibrant farm. Also for sale, an adjoining 33 hectare (80 acre) approx property with additional dwelling and shedding.

EOI: Closing Tuesday 5th March at 5.00pm View: Saturday 16th February 2.30pm Contact: Robert McArthur 0488 754 110 Jock Langley 0419 530 008 Office 9864 5300

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eldersrealestate.com.au ‘JINDARRA SPRINGS’ 191 Fenton Drive, Harcourt North, Central VIC | 42 HA / 104 AC

Castlemaine – Bendigo Region 90 Minutes Melbourne

Situated in one of Central Victoria’s most picturesque regions in a prominent and commanding position overlooking the striking rugged landscape of Harcourt North, this prestigious property boasts what may arguably be the area’s finest views.

Formally a renowned winery, this property is substantial in every regard and features a luxurious homestead with no expense spared, a very impressive cellar door, a brick winery, extensive gardens and a large picturesque dam.

Electric gates and a magnificent driveway provide access to the home revealing a sea of views that must be seen to be appreciated. A truly unique and private sanctuary that constantly stimulates your senses with the beautiful meandering Buckeye Creek, ancient red gums, huge granite boulders, a sensational waterfall and so much more.

Endless possibilities include reinstating the commercial winery with 700 established Shiraz vines already in place, ecotourism, farm stay, B&B, corporate function centre, wedding venue or build a successful business living in your own piece of paradise. Additional infrastructure includes abundant water supply, 16 well fenced paddocks with stockyards, 3 Colorbond sheds and a 6.6 kw back to grid solar system.

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For Sale $1,800,000 – $1,950,000 Wayne Heard 0409 248 477 Elders Bendigo 03 5443 1744 eldersbendigo.com.au/20178287

‘ESSEX PARK’ & ‘SEVEN OAKS’ Carlsruhe, VIC | 88.32 HA* / 218.24 AC*

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(to be offered in two lots) ‘Essex Park’ 42.15 ha* – 104.15 acres* • Flat to undulating fertile country, reliable bore water • Excellent improvements inc workshop, machinery shed, hayshed, cattle yards and water tanks • Many fine home sites (STCA) with stunning views towards Mt Macedon • Suitable for a wide variety of equine and agricultural pursuits ‘Seven Oaks’ 46.17 ha* – 114.09 acres* • Flat grazing land with quality pastures • Build your dream home (STCA) • Suitable for a wide variety of lifestyle and agricultural pursuits The properties adjoin and are situated a short drive from Kyneton (6 kms*) and Woodend (10 kms*) and an easy commute from the Melbourne CBD and airport via the Calder Fwy. * denotes approx.

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Closing Friday 1st March, 5.00pm Venue Elders Melbourne Kellie Ryan 0437 791 324 Sam Jeffery 0438 004 491 eldersrealestate.com.au/ 19978750/19978965

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This stunning home designed by Seeley Architects offers expansive views over Point Road Knight beach and surrounding coastal reserves. This brilliant home offers great family accommodation and spacious living, a gourmet kitchen, European appliances and Cheminee Phillipe fireplace. Copper fascia´s, natural ventilation, concealed radiant heating systems and double glazing are just a few of the outstanding features of this property.

View: Sunday 2.00-2.30pm & Wednesday 1.00-1.30pm

Private Auction: Sunday 10th March Contact: Hugh Hardy 0407 339 807 Robert McArthur 0488 754 110 Office 9864 5300

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WATER IS ONE OF MY FAVOURITE ELEMENTS OF NATURE as it casts

a special kind of spell over our senses.

Meditative, refreshing, transformative, it has a profound way of reminding us of our place in the world, the scale of things and the wonder of nature.

We have worked on many projects for clients around the edge of Port Phillip bay from Port Melbourne, Albert Park, St Kilda, Brighton, Sorrento and Portsea.

I am always awestruck at how magnificent some of the views are and how this tantalising aspect of water can add such an impact to an interior. artist impression

SAINT MORITZ IS LUXURY ON AN UNPRECEDENTED LEVEL AND IT CULMINATES IN THE GRANDEUR AND BEAUTY OF THE PENTHOUSE.

I often question myself when visiting clients in these completed projects ‘where am I?’, as I sometimes don’t even feel as though I am in Melbourne. The very idea of looking out over a sheer mass of sparkling blue water can transport you and make you feel like you are a million miles away.

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With the oceans uninhibited energy and raw organic form, there appears to be no boundaries, no depth and no real one colour.

Instead it displays a kaleidoscope of colour and movement that can be watched for hours, mesmerised by its beauty.

Whilst it disappears past the boats into the horizon the blue sky takes over, enveloping you in infinity. The spatial qualities created by this junction are phenomenal, making you feel like you are living on the edge of the world.

Beachside living can expose you to a whole new way of living, I have seen it with my clients and how much it has changed and enriched their lifestyle. The sand and sea bring with it a freshness of life that is unique and hard to find.

St Kilda—probably one of Australia’s most famous beaches—combines all of this along with a sophisticated European feel and a culinary list of some of Melbourne’s best restaurants.

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A careful edit underscores Tallebudgera House.

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lobal decluttering superstar’ may be one of the least probable job titles in history, but the Marie Kondo effect on home decoration is impossible to miss.

The Japanese professional tidierturned-bestselling author (thanks to the 2014 book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up Up) and TV star (thanks to the hit Netflix series Tidying Up With Marie Kondo Kondo) has ignited a worldwide craze centred on the twin peaks of storage solutions and ruthless abandonment.

Her philosophy of getting rid of anything that doesn’t “spark joy”, as her famous precept goes, has seen Australian second-hand stores inundated with unwanted goods as people seek her particular brand of “life-changing magic”.

Whether Kondo herself sparks joy is a matter of personal preference (controversy erupted recently over whether her minimalist bent extends to books, with Kondo revealing her personal collection is limited to 30 volumes). But at essence she has tapped into people’s desire to bring order to their complicated lives. And that, you could argue, is at the very heart of good interior design.

At essence, [Kondo] has tapped into people’s desire to bring order to their complicated lives.

“My approach to decorating is pretty simple: if you love it, why not have it out on display? And if you don’t love it, why have it at all?” says Carlene Duffy of Queensland-based design firm Cedar + Suede.

“If you’re an art collector, have it all up on the walls. I’m a firm believer that you should only accumulate what you love.”

Minimalist is perhaps too strong a word to describe Kondo and her acolytes. The KonMari method, as it’s known, is about ensuring everything in a house serves a purpose, whether that be functional or emotional. It’s about achieving a clutter-free environment that is personal and warm rather than sterile and cold.

Following similar lines, Duffy – who, with husband Michael, was a contestant on season nine of The Block and season one of Reno Rumble, and now host TV shows Ready Set Reno and Open Homes Australia – has strict guidelines about what makes it in the door of her family home in Tallebudgera in the Gold Coast hinterland.

“I don’t have doubles. With bedding, for example, all we have is one quilt cover each that we use all-year round. The idea of multiples always adds chaos for me. Washing day is a quick turnaround, but we live in Queensland so it’s OK.” Her own take on Marie Kondo? “I watched three episodes of the Netflix series but couldn’t keep going. I think I do what she does naturally. I opened my wardrobe to Marie Kondo it, but because I cull all year all I had to do was utilise her folding technique,” says Duffy.

Her guilty secret? “I’m obsessed with hoarding shows, because they’re so far removed from how I live. I just think, what is going on in your mind to justify all those things you keep?”

In Melbourne, Techne Architecture’s Ivanhoe House is the two-storey embodiment of wellconsidered design: a very clean-lined, highly functional but beautiful space for a family with five children. The interiors’ palette is restrained, allowing the landscape and gardens to be a key focus, while the texture of the build – slate, timber, steel and brick – adds its visual heft to seamlessly insinuate itself into the decorative aspects.

A focus on texture and balance in Ivanhoe House

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The end result is a house that is “not overly designed, not overly decorated,” says Dana Hutchins, senior associate at Techne. It’s a home that achieves a balance between function and aesthetics.

“Minimalism in design has that sense of liberation, that sense of joy in finding a good balance between all those design elements and decoration. It’s essentially taking away anything that’s not essential – you’ve removed any detail or component deemed to be design for design’s sake.”

Hutchins says while the natural instinct of most people might be to add piece after piece in pursuit of a decorative ideal, to finely curate a space requires discipline.

“People want what they see in the magazines straight away, but then they have to keep buying and adding because they’ve missed the essence of styling, which is soul.

“It takes patience and time to find pieces that resonate with you personally, and that create your own story. I think too often we see the home styling version of fast fashion.”

Kondo has made her fortune with an objective set of guidelines for clutter-free living. But ultimately, says Hutchins, the very essence of less-is-more-interior design – achieving the ideal of sparking joy can only really be assessed by the individuals concerned.

“We have clients who have a very zen-like balance in their interiors and then we have clients who have collected and curated the most incredible collection of art and furniture and objects,” she says.

“They’ve done exactly what Marie Kondo has said but you wouldn’t look at it and say it’s minimalist. Every object has meaning to them and it does create such a soulful and interesting interior.”

OUR COVER Tallebudgera House by Michael and Carlene Duffy (pictured) of Cedar + Suede. Photograph by Mindi Cooke.

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At a glance Burwood Brickworks 78 Middleborough Road, Burwood East Developer: Frasers Property Architect: Hayball (apartments) and DKO (residences) Interior design: Hayball (apartments) and DKO (residences) Landscape architect: Hassell Studio (apartment precinct), MDG (residences and precinct masterplan) First release: Plaza Garden Apartments, East

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landscaped plaza and rooftop farm will be the centrepeice of a huge new development project soon to open in Burwood.

The carefully designed urban spaces are among 2.5 hectares of outdoor areas at the Burwood Brickworks, touted as one of Australia’s most sustainable communities. Once completed in 2021, it will be home to more than 700 apartments and houses, and 2000 residents.

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After a long wait, accountant Cathy Stratton will be among them.

“I went down to Gippsland to work for about three years, but lived in the Forest Hill area for more than 20 years prior to that,” she explains.

“When I came back from Gippsland, I couldn’t afford to get back into the area straight away. But I always wanted to come back because that’s where I feel at home.

“So I waited until a development came up that offered what I needed – an extra bedroom, facilities and close enough to the city.

Prices: Plaza Garden Apartments: one-bed $405,000 on average, two-bed $616,000 on average. Foundation Homes: $809,000-$1.25 million Completion: Early to mid 2021 Agent: Frasers Property, 13 38 38. Steve Ang 0437 316 557, Giuliana Balla 0438 653 162 Open for inspection: On site, daily noon-5pm.

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Cathy Stratton says Burwood Brickworks offers top facilities and proximity to the city.

“It’s important to have all those facilities; this is my forever home.”

The $500 million project includes a shopping centre and, if the council approves, a six-screen cinema.

But it’s the creative parklands that will really appeal to many, says Andrew Moyle, director of landscape architecture firm MDG. “It’s not often that a big piece of land like this comes up,” he says.

“It’s made up of a whole lot of different spaces such as the urban plaza, cascading spaces leading to a big village green area, streets and

embankments and the wetland.

“It’s a wonderfully exciting project.”

For Moyle and his team of five, the outdoor spaces at the Burwood Brickworks needed to appeal to all ages and suit a host of activities.

“We think it’s important to get the public spaces right. The public realm is what can make a big difference on a project such as this.”

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here’s much to love about the centrality of Glen Iris. The suburb is the population centre of greater Melbourne, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

In demographic speak, a population centre is a geographical centre point of population distribution. In other words, if you live in Glen Iris you are most likely going to be the chosen host when barbecues are organised for far-flung family and friends.

Which is no problem if you own a new luxury apartment like those at East Grove, on the corner of Kenilworth Grove and Malvern Road. Just 10 kilometres from the CBD, the Ewert Leaf-designed apartment complex features oak flooring and marble benchtops.

A spacious indoor-outdoor design is complemented by high ceilings and full-height glazing. East Grove’s corner block positioning also allows plenty of light to reach the outdoor terraces or courtyard spaces.

It all makes for an enviable place to host those barbecues.

At a glance East Grove 2A Kenilworth Grove, Glen Iris Number of apartments: 25. 11 two-bed, 14 three-bed Internal sizes (sq m): Two-bed 60-100, threebedrooms 110 -160 External areas (sq m): 9-117 Prices: Two-bed from $630,000, three-bed from $1.195 million Car parking: Each apartment has two or three car parks Completion estimate: February 2020 Agent: Marshall White, Kierra Hagedorn 0432 737 991

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let out a whoop of delight as I climb the final rung of the metal stairs and take in the improbable meadow floating above New York’s busy Meatpacking District.

This is the first section of the High Line, the magical urban park built on a derelict elevated railway line.

The High Line runs for 22 blocks (about 2.3 kilometres) along Manhattan’s western shoreline, stretching from Gansevoort Street to West 34th Street where the old railway line terminated. It twists and turns and meanders along the Hudson River providing magical views of that famous New York cityscape.

The railway line was slated for demolition before locals intervened to save it.

Fifteen years later, this important slice of the city’s heritage has been transformed into an urban wonderland.

Even though it’s a chilly winter’s day when I visit, the gardens are thriving with structural grasses and elegant shrubs.

I spy a tiny bird snacking on some red sprite winterberry fruits. I’m tempted to pick one of the berries and have a nibble myself but think better of it as the headline flashes in my mind (“Dumb Aussie tourist in coma after eating poisoned berry”).

Five million people from around

“In some sections the park is so meditative and immersive I forget I’m still in the heart of a bustling metropolis.”

There are more than 100,000 trees and bushes dotted along the wooden walkways as well as several weed species that moved in when the railway was abandoned.

the world flock here every year. But thankfully not in winter – I basically have the place to myself.

The best part about visiting during the Christmas season is that you can get up-close and personal with the plants. I inspect a winter-blooming

variety of witch hazel, its longtwisted flaming orange flowers bright against the grey sky.

There are Christmas ferns, whitespire grey birch and what I later confirm is a rattlesnake master; spiky balls on long sturdy stems.

The High Line was designed by Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf to delight across the four seasons. I’m surprised by how many spring flowering plants offer architecturally beautiful bare stems and seed clusters to admire in the colder months.

Grasses, perennials and ornamentals grow seemingly haphazardly between cracks and pathways, even through remnants of the old rail tracks.

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In some sections the park is so meditative and immersive I forget I’m still in the heart of a bustling metropolis.

The High Line is also a beautiful setting for the cultural life of New Yorkers.

Throughout the year there are art displays, open-air theatrical performances and musical events.

But today I’m being treated to a serenade for one. In a tree above me a mockingbird is calling for its mate.

A sign that nature can thrive in the big city.

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JULIA BUSUT TIL NISHIMURA Cook and author I sometimes feel guilty about that, but it’s where a lot of inspiration for my recipes come from.

If it’s a cooking day, I will cook and write notes. I’ll often listen to the BBC Food program or music. When I am doing something quite repetitive like podding peas, I might watch a TV show.

Lunchtime

One of my favourite things about working from home is being able to have lunch whenever I want and having something different every day.

I also think it’s really important to stop when you work from home and have a break. Often I’ll post my lunch on social media, which encourages me to make it special for myself.

Morning

Afternoon

I haven’t had to set an alarm for three years since Haruki wakes us up around 6.30am and we will all have a simple breakfast together.

My partner Nori and I will take turns in dropping Haruki at kinder and on his days I will have the space to myself.

I’ll usually make a list of what I want to get done and plan what I want to cook. I have a terrible memory and having a list really helps me focus. Then I’ll check emails.

If I’m going to the market, that’s sometimes a full-day event.

Working from home can be distracting because you can see all the things in your home that need to be done. If I can sense that I’m in a slump, I’ll take myself to the cafe around the corner.

I’ll usually finish working at around 3pm or 4pm because I like to start getting dinner ready for when Haruki gets home.

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oing what you love can be both a dream and a daunting prospect. For cook and author Julia Busuttil Nishimura, traversing back and forth between teaching Italian full-time and doing what she loves full-time has helped to keep anxiety at bay.

“You don’t have to be doing what you love 100 per cent of the time – that can be really scary, to the point where you don’t work well because you are always worrying about money.”

Now writing her second book, Busuttil Nishimura’s week is typically split between looking after her threeyear-old son Haruki and cooking, writing, and meandering through her favourite fresh produce markets.

always takes a break from work to prepare a delicious lunch.

After Haruki goes to bed, Nori and I might watch a movie.

When I was teaching, I was always working in the evening and sometimes I still do and that’s fine.

I’ve found not having strict boundaries is what works for me.

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I go to bed way too late because even though I’m forced to get up early, I’m naturally a night owl.

I find it hard to switch off from my social media in the evenings so leaving my phone outside of the bedroom is a big help.

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We will have dinner at around 6pm and that is the best part of the day.

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Why 2019 is a good time to buy

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hile recent headlines on the housing downturn may prompt uncertainty, property experts say that prospective buyers shouldn’t be discouraged.

Much is being written on declining sales results in Australia’s capital city property markets, particularly Melbourne and Sydney. However, these price falls follow a prolonged period of growth and the market’s underlying fundamentals remain strong. The results show that the sharpest falls are in Melbourne’s elite inner-eastern suburbs, where prices skyrocketed by as much as 144 per cent from 2012 to 2017.

But suburbs with greater accessibility for home buyers have experienced slower growth during this period. So while Melbourne’s median home value peaked at $914,000 last year, it’s still possible to buy a house-and-land package starting at under $400,000 in Melbourne’s greenfield areas.

Looking beyond the headlines there’s much to reassure prospective purchasers. Australia’s property market is underpinned by record low interest rates, a stable and robust economy with plentiful job opportunities and strong population growth, including ongoing high net overseas migration.

Record population growth in Melbourne is continuing to fuel housing demand, resulting in an overall undersupply in the market according to leading industry forecaster BIS Oxford Economics.

The forecaster predicts population growth will absorb the supply of new developments from the recent construction boom.

As an example of the high Melbourne’s property market has just come from, in the greenfield market Melbourne reached 24,000 lot sales for the 2018 financial year. This market has now returned much closer to its long-term average of 12,000 lots per annum.

With many house-and-land packages starting at less than half Melbourne’s median house value, the greenfield market offers home buyers

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Homes in a masterplanned community can deliver on amenity for a fraction of the cost of buying an existing property.

not only the greatest accessibility but also the chance to live in new masterplanned communities with lifestyle amenities near transport, schools, shops, and services.

Putting property market fluctuations aside, buying a brand new home means renters can stop supporting their landlord’s property investment. Instead, they can start their own investment in a new home designed for their own family’s needs and future life stages with the prospect of far lower maintenance over the next 20 years, compared with buying an existing older home.

There’s also the peace of mind offered by a fixed time frame and price up front, as well as a structural guarantee.

Australia’s largest private residential developer Satterley Property Group has over 36 years’ experience in Victoria, Queensland

and Western Australia, with more than a quarter of a million people now living in its communities.

Satterley is developing five new communities around Melbourne; house-and-land packages range from $397,145 to $1,087,020. Two communities are nearly sold out – Upper Point Cook and Habitat on Davis Creek.

Satterley’s general manager for Victoria and Queensland Jack Hoffmann says the market has been through an extraordinary period of growth and what we’re seeing now is a healthy balance between supply and demand. “We see the period we’re in now as a natural phase that takes place in any market. It’s part of a continuing cycle and if you’re buying a house and land package there’s no need to lose confidence because of short-term fluctuations.”

Hoffmann says because Satterley focuses on developing high quality masterplanned communities, buyers can have confidence in the future value of their purchased properties.

“At the heart of every Satterley project is community. We concentrate intensely on the things that bring people together and that make residents love where they live.

“That includes generous and highquality areas of green spaces, quality homes throughout and, of course, proximity to services and amenities.”

Satterley’s land development and community design at its Point Cook community – Upper Point Cook – recently won in the “Residential communities over 250 lots” category at the Urban Development Institute of Australia’s 2018 Victorian Awards for Excellence.

Besides stamp duty savings and first-home buyer incentives, Hoffmann says buyers should also look out for extra incentives in greenfield sales. He says buyers who purchase by February 28 at four of Satterley’s five Melbourne estates will receive a $15,000 pre-paid Visa card at settlement and will only need a $10,000 deposit, depending on location.

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4. 14 Grosvenor Court, $3.425 million

This elegant single-level home in the centre of Portsea has a solar-heated

5. 28 Driver Street $3.275 million

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hether looking at one of its famous boatsheds lining the beach or a clifftop abode with tennis court and swimming pool, Portsea real estate is some of greater Melbourne’s most expensive.

The scarcity drives its stratospheric prices, with a steady stream of people lining up to claim their piece of paradise at the end of the Mornington Peninsula’s tapering finger of land, around 60 kilometres south of Melbourne’s CBD. Only 510 people called Portsea home on census night in 2016 but the

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playground of Melbourne’s moneyed elite is constantly smashing real estate records – humble Boatshed 17 at Fishermans Beach foreshore sold for almost $1 million late last year, while $26 million was paid for clifftop mansion Ilyuka in 2010.

Local agents say the market has been flourishing thanks to the trend of empty nesters selling their large homes in the eastern suburbs to split their time between a lock-up-andleave city apartment and the beach.

Portsea is blessed with a calm,

family-friendly front beach on the Port Phillip Bay side and a wilder back beach fronting Bass Strait.

Without the lengthy shopping strips of neighbouring Sorrento and Dromana, it remains a quiet village for much of the year. Visitor numbers explode over the summer break, with many people making their base the recently renovated Portsea Hotel.

The Peninsula Link freeway which opened at the start of 2013 and shaved up to 30 minutes’ driving time to Portsea has been another boon for the area.

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A newly constructed showpiece, this multi-level house has north-facing views of Port Phillip Bay. Private sale Agent: Jellis Craig, Emil Foller 0403 301 097

1 bedroom apartments available from $390,000 2 bedroom apartments available from $519,000 2 bed, 2 bath apartments north facing with 2 car spaces for $765,000 – only 2 available

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