Domain Prestige – January 30, 2019

30 JANUARY / 2019

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WHITE HOT Modern coa s tal living

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For sale Agent: Velocity Property Group, Deborah Provost 0408 652 963 Occupying the entire top floor of the luxurious It’s amazing how a hot new bar or eatery can put a formerly sleepy town

ONE Palm Beach development, this brand new

on the map. Throughout the country small towns are being transformed

penthouse delivers spectacular 360-degree

when a new hospitality player comes onto the scene. The best ones cater

views that take in the Surfers Paradise skyline,

for locals and newcomers – and among those visitors are some who are

the hinterland and the ocean. Featuring green

impressed not only by the venue but also its surrounding town. I predict

technology, the apartment has a modern marble

increased interest in property in the NSW Central Coast town of Patonga

kitchen and an entertainer's deck.

following the transformation of the local pub by The Boathouse Group.

Patonga, the subject of our Living In section, has always had plenty of natural appeal as a small hamlet sitting on the edge of Pittwater and, with

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few homes in the area, it is set to become a sought-after spot. Meanwhile,

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in our feature story this week we look at the growing demand for

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environmentally conscious elements in top-end homes.

Editor: Jen Melocco Jen.Melocco@domain. com.au Editorial producer: Isabelle Chesher Managing editor: Alice Stolz Senior designer: Colleen Chin Quan Graphic designer: Emma Staughton Residential sales: Queensland Brad McLeod, 0429 571 826 New South Wales Jon McConkey 0407 909 739 Victoria & Tasmania Mitch Armstrong 0438 820 767 Western Australia, South Australia & Northern Territory Jeroen van de Peppel 0427 292 797

HOT PROPERTY

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HOT PROPERTY Best in show

THE STYLE Solid foundations

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O U R COVE R Bondi Beach Listed by Sydney

JESSIE HARRIS

FEATURE STORY Green living machine

Sotheby’s International Realty.

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LIVING IN Patonga

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Expressions of interest: Close February 12 Agent: ACTON Cottesloe, Bev Heymans 0419 099 243 Renovated and extended for contemporary living by a master builder, this 1910 character home is surrounded by beautiful gardens featuring a solarheated pool, a spa and a cabana.

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Bondi Beach

Noosa Heads

Sydney

Sunshine Coast

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$14 million

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$6.85 million

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Auction: February 28

For sale: By expressions of interest

Agent: Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty, Michael Pallier 0417 371 522

Agent: Tom Offermann Real Estate,

Set atop the exclusive Pacific Bondi development opposite the beach, this

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Redgen Mathieson-designed penthouse soaks up iconic ocean views from

This Chris Clout-designed property sits on a ridge

its wraparound balcony and from every room inside. There’s a black granite

in one of Noosa’s most prized streets, with views

kitchen and direct lift access from the secure parking facilities.

across the beaches, bays and national park.

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THE STYLE

“I find natural stone fascinating, as each piece is unique and much like artwork in my eyes.”

MIRIAM FANNING CAITLIN MILLS

Founder and principal of Mim Design

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Meticulous by design Trust and a deep understanding of clients’ needs are key to the success of Miriam Fanning’s Mim Design. B y E LICIA M U RR AY

fascinating, as each piece is unique and much like artwork, in my eyes.

Stone can be strong and bold or soft and sinewed. I love that it can be chiselled, polished, hammered or honed for differing effects. I’m not a fan of reproduction stone at all. In terms of colour, I love electric blue, but it must be used with balance and proportion to ensure strength

Mim Design focuses on detail, proportion and the use of materials in a sculptural manner.

Q: How would you describe your interior

time “interrogating” our clients to thoroughly

design firm’s style?

appreciate who we are designing for. We need to

A: I would like to think each project is unique and

ensure we understand everything about how

Q: What’s the most important thing a client

designed to stand the test of time. Detail,

they live and how they need to enjoy their spaces.

can do to ensure they get the best finished

proportion, use of materials, as well as producing

We then move into philosophy and pre-concept,

product from an interior designer?

shape and form in a sculptural manner are Mim

which educates the clients about what we are

A: I take pride in building lasting relationships

Design’s traits.

creating. Next is full concept, where we produce

with our clients and the best results are only

images and drawings that will dictate what we

achieved by having trust in the designer.

Q: Tell us a bit about your clients

will actually build and finally the documentation

The process of understanding our clients and

A: We work with a wide range of clients, from

stages. Once the job is finished, we often go back

their needs is imperative to forming solid

individual residential through to multi-residential,

and look at the concept images and sketches

relationships, which in turn translates to creating

hotels, retail, commercial and retirement living.

and find that they are identical to our first

something outstanding the client will enjoy for a

presentation.

lifetime. Engaging an interior designer is an

Q: Can you lift the lid on your creative

in design.

investment. The design outcome must have

process?

Q: What material or colour combo are you

A: Our process is quite strict when we work

really drawn to at the moment?

through a job in the studio. We spend a lot of

A: I use a lot of natural stone. I find the product

meaning and purpose. mimdesign.com.au

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Sustained appeal

FEATURE STORY

High-end buyers are now seeing the value in properties that offer environmentally friendly features.

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ustainability has moved from niche appeal into the mainstream prestige market, according to a growing number of architects and agents. It may come in the form of a request for something as minor as high-quality insulation and ways of catching rainwater run-off. However, it’s now commonplace for high-end homes to also include solar-heated water systems coupled with the technology to maximise savings.

“Ten years ago, they often liked the idea of making their houses sustainable but when it came to the commercial cost, it was the first thing to be pulled out,” says Simon Addinall, director of Those Architects.

“But now we’re seeing a whole shift in people’s

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thinking, probably stemming from overarching concern about the environment, which is echoing all the way through to the design of houses. It existed before for those with smaller homes, but now it’s hit the high-end market for sure,” he says.

Shaun Carter, principal architect of Carter Williamson Architects, says he’s now seeing an extraordinarily high level of demand for solar panels and battery storage systems from prestige clients.

“Before, it used to be an exclusive niche market but now it’s becoming almost commonplace,” Carter says.

“I would say that, broadly, society has accepted climate change and its human-introduced

effects and people are willing to do something to make themselves feel good and they know it makes economic sense too, especially when it comes to selling the property. Future-proofing can really help the value of a property.”

This week’s featured home in Currumbin Valley in the Gold Coast Hinterland is a perfect example. The four-level house has environmentally-friendly rammed-earth walls that act as thermal heating, solar power, and three huge water tanks.

“Because of the orientation of the property, you don’t really need airconditioning,” says sales agent Robert Snowden. “A lot of people are now looking at this way of life.”

With demand soaring for solar heating,

YOUR AGENT Richard Snowden, McGrath Palm Beach

“Everyone is now trying to lessen their footprint on the environment and save money, and this magnificent house ... has low running costs as a result of its award-winning design.”

battery storage systems and water tanks, there’s also a growing interest in that high-end market for going further, believes Carter. Often they’re now also investigating composting, grey water recycling and treating black water.

In Melbourne, first priorities, however, are still usually heat and cool-air retention with quality double-glazing everywhere, and better insulation, says Jeremy Fox, director of RT Edgar. “We’re also seeing people upgrading their hot-water systems with solar, and putting in good-looking LED lights because they’re becoming savvier and see how much better off they’ll be in the long term.”

At the top end of the Sydney market, it’s becoming much less about cost-savings and much more about the notion of being more environmentally responsible.

“Multimillion-dollar buyers do feel a greener house is a good idea,” says Alain Waitsman, associate director of LJ Hooker Double Bay. “For them, it’s not about saving money. It’s

more that they enjoy the novelty of it and it’s about adding something and feeling that they’re doing the right thing by the environment and the future of their family.

“They’re enjoying contributing.”

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Auction: February 9 Agent: McGrath Palm Beach, Richard Snowden 0405 109 520

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LIVING IN

33.550° S, 151.270° E

PATONGA JESSIE HARRIS

A Central Coast gem is attracting Sydney day trippers, as well as long-term residents seeking old-world charm. B y K ATE FARRE LLY It’s still a small fishing village, but Patonga has

North Shore Hospital was a key factor. “It’s

ditched the “sleepy” label with the relaunch of

important if Ric has a baby to deliver!” she says.

the Boathouse Hotel following a reported

retaining Patonga’s “delightful, rural” vibe by

long been a favourite stop for fish and chips, but

resisting a government push to monetise crown

these days you’ll be rubbing elbows with patrons

land with a new caravan and camping park. to operate, trawling for fish, prawns and oysters,

crumbed Dory burger for lunch or the Patonga

and the council-run community camping ground

pork ribs for dinner, paired with one of 17 beers.

remains a favourite with holiday makers.

medical reporter, and his wife, Amanda, are big

Village charm

fans of the hotel.

“From humble beginnings as a fishing village

Amanda says the owners, Andrew and Pip

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Instead, the local fishing industry continues

smoked salmon fritters for breakfast, the

Obstetrician Dr Ric Porter, the Today show’s

Patonga

Amanda credits the Progress Association with

$5 million refurbishment. The waterside pub has

from far and wide who have come to sample the

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during the 1920s and 1930s, Patonga has risen

Goldsmith, have done a remarkable job

to occupy one of the best-known destinations

transforming the pub after plenty of community

outside the Sydney metropolitan area,” says

consultation.

agent Stuart Gan of Central Coast Realty. Gan

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believes the introduction of the ferry service from

Agent: Central Coast Realty,

smiling,” she says. “It’s an exemplary pub,

Palm Beach was a major turning point in the

Stuart Gan 0456 786 586

especially if it maintains the grace and style

popularity of the village, along with the rise in

Laying claim to one of the largest level blocks in

with which it’s running at the moment.”

property values in neighbouring Pearl Beach.

Patonga, this renovated beach house is wrapped

“They are so busy yet the staff [are] always

With just 270 properties in Patonga, there’s only

in easy-care gardens. A servery window opens

Summer hotspot

ever a small handful on the market, making

from the modern kitchen onto the back deck and

Private boats and Sydney day trippers are joined

buying a little more challenging as ex-pats,

covered dining area. There are two bedrooms in

by those ferrying from Palm Beach to enjoy this

finance professionals, sea-changers and retirees

the main residence plus a separate bunk house.

Central Coast gem.

vie for limited stock.

The Porters discovered Patonga on a camping

“The beautiful waterway retains a lot of old-

trip with friends nearly 30 years ago and bought

world charm and offers both a pristine estuary

Patonga features

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their first holiday home in the village not long

environment and unspoilt beach frontage, which

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after. Being in commutable distance of the Royal

is quite unique on the Central Coast.”

and a pristine estuary.

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93 Wyndham Street, Alexandria Exquisitely renovated terrace with studio/5th bedroom

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Built to the highest specifications with state-of-the-art designer fittings, this immaculate terrace is almost entirely brand new. It makes a luxurious family sanctuary, showcasing light filled open plan interiors, formal lounge/dining areas and a gourmet Bosch kitchen, flowing effortlessly to a private alfresco deck and sunlit garden. The impressive features include 2 master suites, a versatile studio/5th bedroom, zoned a/c, brand new electrical/plumbing, marble detail, Italian tiling, Engineered oak floors and premium carpeting. It’s set in a prized location, moments to Green Square, Redfern Station and the soon-to-be-completed Waterloo Metro.

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Saturday 10.00 -10.30 am & Sunday 10.00 - 10.30am Josh Sherwell 0415 888 531

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144 SQM

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HUGE COASTAL VIEW, UNBEATABLE VALUE!

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Brad Gillespie 0418 448 295

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5 FOOTE RIDGE, BUDERIM

This is arguably Buderim’s most admired & sought after Cul-de-sac Street, with an average tenure of 19 + years!! It’s very likely your next opportunity to purchase a flat & level 1372m2 block on Foote Ridge will be year 2039 going off street history. Sellers are motivated to current market conditions and have instructed a result on or before auction. Irreplaceable is an understatement; just remember, “Rome can be built, but you can’t replace its soil”. Enjoy as is or create your dream home on Buderim’s finest canvas. All on one level for seamless flow and functionality, the home is complete with three double sized bedrooms with luxury ensuited bathrooms and an office. Presentation is pristine inside and out, and features include: • Solar hot water with electric boost, 18 solar PV panels with 3.6kW inverter • Open plan living and dining with fan-forced Coonara wood-burning fireplace • Rainwater tank under house with 48,000 litre capacity, • Premium Caesar stone kitchen • 3-phase power • Stainless steel appliances, 6-burner gas cooktop • Immaculate and low maintenance gardens • Reverse cycle single phase air-conditioning • Three-car lock up garage and workshop • Travertine tiles • Electronic gated entrance & on-site guest parking • Custom-designed indoor entertainment room with extensive glass and built-in BBQ for all weather entertaining • Masses of level lawn at rear giving plenty of options for a pool

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NORTH CAPE ...in the heart of the Whitsundays

2/2 Coral Sea Ave, Hamilton Island

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Enjoy nature at its most pristine with this exclusive property on beautiful Hamilton Island.

Fully refurbished and designed to capture uninterrupted panoramic views overlooking Fitzalan Passage and the Whitsunday Islands, its tranquil location affords complete privacy. The stunning design incorporates three bedrooms, each with its own ensuite, and a fourth room can be used as a study, media room or extra bedroom. Fully furnished and offering ducted air conditioning, a private plunge pool and tropical landscaped gardens, this is the ultimate in luxury holiday living.

Just off the tropical Queensland Coast at the edge of the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton is the largest inhabited island in the Whitsundays and is the only island with an airport. Over 80% of Hamilton Island has been preserved in its natural state so that you can continue to enjoy the beauty of the island’s fabulous beaches, nature trails and secluded hideaways.

Be the proud owner of this stunning home, with only five townhouses in the exclusive complex.

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❙ 4 BED ❙ 4 BATH ❙ 1 CAR ❙ 2 LIVING AREAS ❙ 1 POOL Fully furnished and includes golf buggy Ducted air-con with ceiling fans Private plunge pool Tropical landscaped gardens 313m2 of luxury living

Contact Steve Turner 0412 679 488

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69 Cova Boulevard Hope Island

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ARCHITECTURAL WATERFRONT BRILLIANCE

Absolutely stunning executive residence with the

perfect North/East to wide water aspect ensuring you are warm in the winter and cool in the summer and

never exposed to the biting Southerlies or scorching Western sun. This home is a one off architect

designed master built masterpiece and only 2 years old, you will not find another like it..

• Large four bedroom, three bathroom plus study

Family home with high shadow-line ceilings and extensive glass panelling throughout.

• Large chef’s kitchen with Island bench, stone tops

and waterfall sides. Fully ducted individually zoned air conditioning, infinity edge heated pool, 6.5kw

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Auction Sunday 17th of February at 11:00am _______________________________________________ View Saturday 10:30am - 11:00am _______________________________________________ Agent Paul Hill 0418 190 354

solar system, and private 15 metre pontoon.

LJ Hooker Paradise Point (07) 5577 1888