Domain Prestige – September 5

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PRESTIGE THE BEST IN AUSTRALIAN PROPERTY

A VIEW TO ENTERTAINING Spring into outdoor living

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Hunters Hill Sydney 4

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Auction: September 13 Agent: McGrath Hunters Hill, Tracey Dixon 0412 443 352 Enjoy glorious northerly views over Lane Cove Sydney Harbour has long had a starring role on our screens so it was a

River from all the key rooms in this three-level

nice change to see the Brisbane River pop up in the ABC crime drama

residence, which showcases sandstone, timber

Harrow recently. For those who have not seen the show, it is about forensic

and marble finishes. The home has two generous

pathologist Dr Daniel Harrow who – while also solving crimes – happens to

living areas plus a lower-level studio, and is set on

live on a sailing boat moored in the Queensland capital. There are plenty of

a landscaped 1636-square-metre block with an

scenes in which the Brisbane River takes centre stage glistening in the

infinity pool and cabana.

evening light, its own unique character shining through. The river plays a big role in the life of the Queensland capital and the city’s architects are today creating homes that embrace the waterfront, as we discover in our feature story this week. According to Brisbane architect Tim Stewart, “Lots of

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places in Brisbane get down low to the river ... capturing its naturalness”.

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DESIGN DIGEST Spring into colour

FEATURE STORY Designs on the riverfront

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Coastal Yamba

Hunters Hill, NSW, Listed by McGrath PAG E 2

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Peppermint Grove Perth 6

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For sale Agent: Ray White Cottesloe-Mosman Park, Jody Fewster 0414 688 988; William Porteous Properties International, Olivia Porteous 423 557 438 Packed with bespoke details, Chantry House has regal living and dining rooms, luxurious Carrara marble kitchen, rumpus room, home office, home theatre, music room, sunlit viewing tower and established gardens.

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Malvern East

Sovereign Islands

Melbourne

Gold Coast

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$5.5 million-$6 million

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$5.98 million

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Expressions of interest: Close September 17

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Agent: Kay & Burton South Yarra, Robert Fletcher 0413 493 901

Agent: Ray White Sovereign Islands, Edin Kara

Backing on to Hedgeley Dene Gardens, this Christopher Doyle-designed

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home spans three levels with lift access. Highlights include a cellar, heated

Claiming 37 metres of Broadwater frontage and a

floors, zoned airconditioning, a home cinema, oak ceilings and cabinetry in

20-metre pontoon, this home offers an indulgent

the living spaces and study, and a Moroccan-inspired indoor pool.

lifestyle close to shops, restaurants and parkland.

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DESIGN DIGEST

In with the new Hand-made items and impeccable tailoring and design are signposts to this year’s trends. C o m p i l e d b y ISAB E LLE CH E SH E R THE BOTANICA This new restaurant in Vaucluse is a garden paradise. In the dining area, Evette Moran Interiors have paired pastels with planters, lofty ceilings and floral wallpaper, while Inspired Exteriors sculptures make a statement outside. thebotanicavaucluse.com.au

COLOURFORM SERIES Carole Baijings, founder of Amsterdam design studio Scholten & Baijings and a master of practical elegance, has just launched this impeccably tailored collection. It’s a NIKKI TO

collaboration with Herman Miller & Maharam that has left us wanting more. livingedge.com.au

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Take me to the river FEATURE STORY

With a resurgence of new building on the Brisbane River, this iconic, high-end family home showcases the very best in the city’s waterfront design. B y PAU L B E S T

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alaam, in the inner-northern Brisbane suburb of Hamilton, is like few other multimillion-dollar waterfront mansions on the river’s edge in the city. For a start, the 2006 award-winning residence – designed by then-director of Arkhefield Architects Shaun Lockyer – was one of the most expensive houses built (and later extended) on the Brisbane River at the time.

“It was built pre-GFC (global financial crisis),” says South African-born Lockyer, “to a level of detail, complexity and cost seldom seen today.”

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The house is constructed from white concrete – using Stradbroke Island sand – reinforced stainless steel and jarrah timber, with structurally glazed windows and doors.

“An extraordinary amount of labour and care went into the house,” says Lockyer, who now runs his own eponymous firm. “About 5500 hours – [equal to] a person at their desk for 10 hours a day for three years.”

The property enjoys a rare location, being one of only two riverfront properties in Hamilton.

The other is next door and is now owned by

active-wear entrepreneur Lorna Jane Clarkson.

Balaam abuts the water’s edge and has upper levels cantilevering over the public walkway.

Lockyer says it has a rarely seen connection to the river as “most residential properties on the Brisbane River have riparian setback, traditionally at 20 metres”.

Little wonder the property broke Brisbane records three years ago, selling for $11.8 million.

“It surpassed anything on the river at the time it was built,” confirms Ray White New Farm principal Matt Lancashire.

Waterfront houses in Brisbane are designed to open up to the river, with a relaxed, natural edge, architect Tim Stewart says. “Sydney Harbour is more staged, with hard, fixed balconies. Lots of places in Brisbane get down low to the river ... capturing its naturalness.”

YOUR AGENT Matt Lancashire, Ray White New Farm

“The location is phenomenal. The house is only one of two on the waterfront in this area, so it is very highly sought-after.”

Lockyer agrees. He says blocks tend to be flatter, connecting more to the water, and wider, with a trend seeing multiple blocks combined.

“In Brisbane, you can build a lot more house,” he says. “Sydney tends to be more vertical and disconnected from the ground.”

More than this, it’s about creating a lifestyle with lawns down to the river, fire pits and sunken lounges leading to pontoons.

Marc & Co director Angus Munro – who worked on Balaam’s neighbouring property when he was with Donovan Hill Architects – sees the outdoor areas more as mini resorts, referring to them as “pleasure zones”.

In addition, Munro says, the houses are designed with Queensland’s climate in mind through the use of features such as airflow, overhangs and shading.

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Expressions of interest: Close September 6 Agent: Ray White New Farm, Matt Lancashire 0416 476 480

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LIVING IN

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This northern NSW town is a quieter, more relaxed alternative to Byron Bay for those looking for a sea change. B y K ATE FARRE LLY Antony Perring and David Barnier, co-owners of Yamba cafe Irons and Craig, are on a roll.

This time last year they received a gong in the

counted 14 waves and hellos.”

LJ Hooker Yamba agent Kieran Mulvihill is equally

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happy with his move to the town, which is often

countries, chosen by “the world’s best baristas”.

likened to the Byron Bay of 20 years ago.

Sydney’s northern beaches in 2015, looking for a

floral and sensory gardens to improve the

similar village vibe, but “without all the hustle”.

extensively with aged-care residents, saw a need to change the food culture in aged-care facilities from basic back to pleasure and adventure.

Discovering the passion “One of the best things about living in Yamba is that we’re able to do a couple of passion projects,” Perring says.

With David, he moved back to the region five years ago after 20 years away, splitting his time between Canberra, Sydney and Singapore.

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Mulvihill moved with his young family from

which has overseen the introduction of edible,

Barnier, a speech pathologist who has worked

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Village vibe

in the Phaidon Press international guide, Where to

wellbeing of aged-care residents.

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chat to someone on the street. We walked the dogs around the block where we live, and

They also started The Village Garden Project,

Yamba

community in Yamba: “You can’t help but have a

awards for growing their own produce, sourcing In December they learnt they had been included

Palmers Island

Perring says he also loves the tighter sense of

Clarence Valley Council’s Living Sustainably local ingredients and reducing waste.

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“It’s wonderful here,” he says. “We can swim all year, we’ve got good services, good sports clubs and a community that embraces new people.”

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Mulvihill says the region is home to what was the first legally protected National Surfing

Agent: LJ Hooker Yamba, Kieran Mulvihill

Reserve in NSW at Angourie, and also offers

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excellent fishing, boating and swimming along

Set on 1.7 hectares of lawns fronting the Clarence

the Clarence River.

River, this home comes with a deep-water

There are a host of restaurants in Yamba’s main

pontoon, an infinity pool and many options for

street and two great pubs, including the Pacific

outdoor entertaining. It has a whole-floor master

Hotel, where you can spot whales and dolphins

bedroom and a light-filled living room with a wall

while enjoying a cold ale.

of curved glass to take in the river views.

“It’s a quieter, more relaxed alternative to Byron

“The pace of life is slower and things are close

Bay and more family friendly,” Mulvihill says. “We

by, so you don’t need to spend time commuting.

get a lot of interest from people from the country

Yamba’s coastline and

You’re not tied to one job; there’s a real part-time

looking to retire and from Sydneysiders looking to

river give water-lovers

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ability about what you can do.”

either buy a holiday house or for relocation.”

plenty of options.

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“It became clear that architecture was my space and working within that was my unique passage to take in life.”

BLAINEY NORTH Interior designer

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Constant creativity

inspired by my own experience of the city – surprisingly, my favourite place to be. The pieces explore that complex relationship between our

From hotels, apartments and spas to super-yachts, Blainey North is driven to be at the forefront of design. B y E LICIA M U RR AY

bodies and the built world.

Q: What is your favourite room at home?

A: My bedroom. Inspired by a surrealist painting

by Yves Tanguy where the land and sky combine,

Q: When did you realise you were destined to

Q: Closer to home, what are you working on

the walls are silk and lurex wallpaper, with a black

become an interior designer?

in Australia?

silk velvet bedhead and tassel shade pendants

A: I have always been intrigued by both art and

A: Our projects include: the spa at the new

which create a watery effect when light shines

design and it was my art teacher who persuaded

Crown Barangaroo, which references that feeling

through them. I also have an amazing Simon

me to consider architecture. It became clear that

when you’re slipping from consciousness just

Chaput waterfall photograph in the theme of

architecture was my space and working within

before you fall asleep; a new Australian hotel

surrealist fantasy, which is how I want to dream.

that was my unique passage to take in life.

inspired by the digital relationship with the past; The Revy apartments in Sydney, exploring the

Q: How does the fashion world influence

Q: Tell us about your overseas work.

layering of rich historical craftsmanship with

interiors – and vice versa?

A: We now have an office and showroom in

refined modern details; a number of grand

A: I love the constant creation of the fashion

Mayfair, London. Many of our clients have

residences in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane;

industry; the pressure of a number of collections

residences around the world, so we oversee

as well as a super-yacht.

a year means the industry comes up with some

projects on different continents. We have also

Blainey North loves city living and her furniture collection reflects that.

brilliant new ideas. As a design studio, we are also

been working with the fashion designer Alice

Q: How did the Blainey North Collection of

driven to be at the forefront of design innovation

Temperley on her new store interiors globally, all

furniture come about?

and craftsmanship.

inspired by the mosaic mirror art of the Iranian

A: Through designing pieces we couldn’t find

artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian.

easily for our clients. My current collection was

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5 Grenoble Place

The owners have bought elsewhere and are selling this home which is 25 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD. Offering 12,000 square feet of remarkable finishes this home also enjoys panoramic bay views. A collection of versatile living areas make up the lower level, with waterfront outdoor entertaining. the kitchen welcomes all with in-laid mahogany cabinetry, stone benches and butler’s pantry. An exquisite home cinema, an American style office, a gym overlooking the tiled pool, wine cellar, steam room, and so much more.

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AUCTION Thurs 20 Sept at 6:30pm ALL STAR AUCTION, Place Bulimba, 140 Oxford St, Bulimba INSPECT Sat 10 – 10:30am & Sun 12 – 12:45pm

SARAH HACKETT 0488 355 553 BRENTON FAEHRMANN 0414 892 990

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‘HIGH TIDE’- Whitsundays, Queensland First Time Offered For Sale One of the most exclusive properties in the Whitsundays ‘High Tide’ commands a true dress circle position in an exclusive cul de sac and certainly what could be considered the most sought after address. Created by the multi award winning architect Chris Beckingham, renowned for Qualia Resort on Hamilton Island, this stunning property enjoys uninterrupted 200 degree Coral Sea views that take your breath away.

Vaulted ceilings and beautiful black butt floors evoke layers of natural light and colour.

Pidgeon Island sits just in front of the property and feels like it is exclusively yours.

This private utopia delivers an unsurpassed tropical lifestyle to those that are lucky enough to call it theirs.

• North facing orientation across the Coral Sea to the islands beyond • Gorgeous wet edge infinity pool • Offering 5 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms in total • Azure views from the exclusively private master suite • Large timber sliding doors for relaxed indoor/outdoor living • Expansive decking wraps around the home • Each living space has a special character • Designated guest accommodation • Entry port, carport, garage plus designated Boat port • 6kva solar system

21/228 Shute Harbour Rd, Cannonvale

www.taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

FOR SALE Expressions of Interest Closing Monday 1st October 2018 at 5pm INPECT: By Appointment CONTACT: Rob Taylor 0424 466 124 rob@taylorspropertyspecialists.com.au

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KURRAJONG HILLS

02 4587 8855 02 4571 2500 02 9651 1109

700 ACRES

The Islands - Expressions of Interest This spectacular rural holding close to Sydney spans over 700 acres. Located at the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Middle Island is possibly the largest single private land holding in the Sydney Basin possessing wonderful views and the most private position.

The property has varying topography, however it comprises mostly clear and undulating land with rich basalt soils and an abundant

water supply available from dams, natural springs and Big Island Creek. It’s surrounded by lifestyle properties consisting of large lot residential and smaller acreage lots.

Improvements include: a large well-appointed homestead, pool, sheds, paddocks, irrigation, stables, round yard and several kms of horse riding trails.

The Islands is just over one hour from Sydney and approx 35 minutes from Sydney Business Park/Norwest. Kurrajong village is within 5 minutes’ drive and offers boutique homewares, fashion and quaint cafes.

A development for 140 rural residential lots and 200 room hotel was approved by Hawkesbury Council in August 1989.

The development potential of the property can be realised under the current zoning with new tourist resort development or caravan park resort development (STCA).

Paul Cutcliffe 0414 878 858 paul@cutcliffe.com.au

Sell with Sydney’s largest acreage property specialists www.cutcliffe.com.au

Wonderful value on Noosa’s famous North Shore On the shoreline of one of Queensland’s most blissful luxury holiday destinations is this parcel of paradise. The 1138sqm peaceful riverfront property is positioned across the water from the celebrity haunts of Noosa Heads and Noosaville, and only two hours’ drive north of Brisbane. It’s also just 15 minutes to bustling Hastings Street via boat, which is included with the purchase of the property. Sold as seen, this is the best value waterfront residence in Noosa; a superb holiday home minus the Noosa Heads price tags.

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3A 2B 4D 15 Noosa River Drive Noosa North Shore Viewing by Appointment Hannah Dodds 0435 950 680 hannah.dodds@qldsir.com