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Armadale Melbourne 70 Northcote Road $6.6 million-$7.2 million ANTO NY L AWE S
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For sale by negotiation Agent: Marshall White Stonnington, Marcus Chiminello 0411 411 271 There’s something about good design that elevates a room from being
Set within the coveted Munro estate, this classic
merely four walls and a ceiling, or a home from being somewhere just to eat
Victorian home boasts an Inglis Architects-
and sleep. Its power can be transformative. In this edition, we feature
designed extension with a Carrara marble kitchen
properties that have good architecture in spades. Take our cover property in
overlooking a contemporary family zone that
Melbourne’s Armadale, a classic Victorian terrace that has been cleverly and
spills out to the garden and pool.
beautifully updated with light and space – no easy feat. Then there’s a house in Hunters Hill, in Sydney, which has been designed to capture river views and finished with marble, copper and concrete. Finally, there’s our feature story on an old stone cottage in Avalon Beach, on Sydney’s northern beaches, which has been lovingly reimagined by its architect owner, Richard Cole. He’s raised the roof, added a sublime glass wing and zoned it so that certain areas come into their own at certain times of the year. Clever.
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O U R COVE R 70 Northcote Road, Armadale
LIVING IN Central Coast haven
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For sale by tender: Closes September 30 Agent: Ken Guy Buderim, Danny Redman 0418 731 588 Combining timeless architecture with family-friendly functionality, this residence has been designed to take advantage of its northerly aspect across two lavish levels. Relax in one of four separate living spaces, cook like a pro in the Gaggenau kitchen or make the most of the mild weather with multiple al fresco zones, a pool and a tennis court.
Hunters Hill
Toorak
Sydney 8a North Parade
Melbourne 2/21 Selborne Road
$9.5 million
$6.5 million-$6.85 million
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Auction: September 23
For sale
Agent: McGrath Hunters Hill, Tracey Dixon 0412 443 352
Agent: Kay & Burton South Yarra,
This award-winning home from architect Corinne Girard Young showcases
Nicole Gleeson 0414 809 221
marble, copper and concrete finishes alongside expansive river views. On an
Occupying the top two floors of a three-storey
elevated 1119-square-metre waterfront reserve block, the property comes
Christopher Doyle-designed residence, this
with a wet-edge pool, wide-screen cinema and sophisticated home office.
luxury apartment spans 445 square metres.
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DESIGN DIGEST
Blooming designs Colourful, sculptural and cheerful; pair these statement vases with flowers for a spring pick-me-up. C o m p i l e d b y PAU LIN E M O RRIS SE Y MARGOT VASE TRIO BY MAISON BALZAC Elegant in its shape and playful in its design, the Margot Vase Trio is a delightful set of hand-blown glassware, made in Maison Balzac’s signature colours of amber, pink and clear. Each vase features the brand’s star logo on its base. maisonbalzac.com
AMARILLO VASE BY REFLECTIONS COPENHAGEN Inspired by a butterfly, the Amarillo Vase, designed by Andrea Larsson and Julie Hugau for Reflections Copenhagen, has a geometric profile and vibrant hues. Crafted from fine, hand-cut crystal, it is a contemporary vessel for flowers. reflections-copenhagen.com
IKEBANA VASE BY JAMIE HAYON
AALTO VASE BY IITTALA Celebrating the works of Alvar Aalto, the Aalto Vase pays homage to the
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Finnish designer’s series of glass vases, which date back to 1936 and remain an iconic piece for Iittala
tradition of ikebana, meaning “making flowers live” in Japanese, the Ikebana Vase by Spanish artist and designer Jamie Hayon has a punched brass frame designed to separate and celebrate individual flower stems. fritzhansen.com
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A marriage of stone and glass
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Expect spectacular results when an architect is let loose on the transformation of his own cottage. B y PAU L B E S T
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he house you want to buy – or should – is the home of an architect. Ideally, one they have built or renovated for themselves. Why? For a start, they haven’t had to lock horns – other than those of their own creative inner demons – with tricky or demanding clients who may compromise their vision. With their own place, architects are free to put fully into practice something that responds directly to their own specific design philosophy and approach to architecture – and, importantly, do it at their own pace.
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That was certainly the case with this sandstone cottage in Avalon Beach, on Sydney’s northern beaches, which local architect Richard Cole bought in 1997. At the time, the 1930s two-bedroom cottage had been let go, with the roof caving in and the garden grown wild. No one was much interested in it, and it sat on the market for a year. But Cole, who was just starting out on his own, saw huge potential in the strong rectilinear form of the existing residence sitting on an amplesized double block. “All architects like to experiment with their
own houses,” Cole says. “This was no exception. I certainly learnt a lot from rebuilding it and exploring ideas where you have the freedom of not being tied to a client.” In overhauling the property, Cole saw a chance to explore what he calls “the poetics of construction”. To him, this meant elevating the building process to something that embraced a more artistic, well-crafted pursuit. Over the next half-dozen years, Cole did just that. He converted and expanded a dark, pokey, rustic-looking building into a splendid piece of architectural beauty, which spoke lyrically to the site and surrounding environment. Initially, Cole focused on the cottage. Most strikingly, he raised the gabled roof to incorporate clerestory windows, which boosted both volume and interior light. It also allowed the roof space to be transformed into a loftstyled main bedroom, accessed via a central staircase and gangway. A more substantial second stage saw a new divided pavilion-style wing added to the cottage – a modern lightweight construction of glass,
YOUR AGENT James Baker, McGrath Pittwater
“Local architect Richard Cole has transformed this 1930s sandstone cottage into an award-winning design that beautifully echoes the strength and integrity of the original.”
timber and steel with a Zincalume skillion roof. This incorporated an airy, transparent kitchen with expansive sliding glass doors and outdoor decks that opened up to a lush garden of cabbage palms and spotted gums. But it also included a two-storey extension: a ground-level bedroom and en suite, which spilled onto the garden; and, above, a spacious, light-filled home office, with separate entrance, looking out onto treetops. On top of this, Cole’s work also involved a high degree of attention to detail and craftsmanship. He had a personal hand in some of the furniture and woodwork. Just as important to Cole’s design approach was the consideration given to the way his family of six chose to live day-to-day. Broadly, the house was zoned to suit different times of the year. The original sandstone cottage was snug and cosy with a big fireplace, an ideal spot for winter. In contrast, the new extension was breezy, sunlit and open, perfect for the warmer months. But Cole’s thinking about the various spaces
went further: “Each room was designed for a highly specific purpose and its character defined for that purpose, which could be adapted over time.”
Avalon Beach NSW 139 Palmgrove Road $3.8 million
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Auction: 9.45am, September 11 Agent: McGrath Pittwater, James Baker 0421 272 692
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The lifestyle is low-key in this Central Coast haven, but most of what you need is here and the rest is nearby. B y K ATE FARRE LLY On a clear day, the Captain Cook lookout that
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“We’ve noticed in the five years we’ve lived here
sits proud of Tudibaring Head in Copacabana has
there are a lot of young families about,” South
Central Coast 50 Vista Avenue
views stretching from Norah Head in the north to
says. “One of the biggest things for me is I feel
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Sydney’s CBD skyline. It’s also one of the best
very safe here. Because there’s only one road in
places on the Central Coast to spot migrating
and out, you don’t get the [through traffic], so
humpback whales from May through to August.
the roads are safer too.”
“In season, we will see them every day, just on the beachfront,” says resident Jacinta South. “There are dolphins, too, and a seal that lives out on the point and is regularly spotted by surfers.” South moved to Copa, as the locals call it, with her husband Ryan almost five years ago, ready to settle down after an itinerant lifestyle that saw
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Belle Property Killcare agent Cathy Baker says buyers are drawn to Copa for its low-key lifestyle. “It’s a bit more secluded and quiet than Avoca, Terrigal and Wamberal, where there’s a lot more traffic,” she says. “You can usually always get a park here!”
the couple living in New Zealand, Bali, Melbourne
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and the Hunter Valley. They have since welcomed
You can also get a great coffee, superb
a son into the family, Oscar, now two.
sourdough and divine pastries at Burnt Honey,
“We have loved everywhere we have lived, but
the newest addition to the suburb’s handful of
this is a forever location for us,” South says. “We
shops and cafes on Del Monte Place. Opened in
Expressions of interest: Close September 19
are so lucky to live here. We can walk to a
2019, this popular bakery neighbours Lady Copa
Agent: Belle Property Killcare,
beautiful beach within a few hundred metres of
Pizzeria, Cafe Copaccino’s and Cabana Cafe.
Cathy Baker 0414 241 005
home, our little boy can ride his bike, and everyone’s so friendly.”
Safe haven
There’s also a small supermarket, a bottle shop
and views to Macmasters Beach and the Second
an ice-creamery.
Point headland, which means you won’t need to
Across the road, Artie’s Place is tucked under
With a rock pool perfect for littlies alongside a
the Surf Life Saving Club and serves up fish and
great surf beach, two parks, a skatepark, the
chips, burgers and other takeaway favourites.
Winney Bay Reserve wrapping around the
This two-storey beach house has two large decks
and the gift shop Copa Waves, which doubles as
Baker says it’s a 10-minute drive to Kincumber
leave home to check on the surf conditions.
You’re never far from the water in
lookout, a lagoon you can swim in and a well-
for a larger supermarket and other amenities and
Copacabana, as this
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regarded primary school, Copa is well-equipped
a five-minute drive to Avoca, where you’ll find a
view from 50 Vista
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for a family-friendly lifestyle.
cinema, restaurants and monthly markets.
Avenue attests.
in Copacabana
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The Pinnacle of Luxury Many dream but few will experience that flood of emotion, when immersing yourself in luxury. From awe, excitement and ecstasy to pure, unbridled joy. Awaken to the grandeur of the Pacific Ocean every morning, knowing that just below your sanctuary, golden sands meet Currumbin Creek to create a natural playground for leisure and living.
Li m ited Ed itio n 3-l eve l S k y H o m e s Private and palatial 3-level “island in the sky” Rooftop entertainment with pool, kitchen and 360 degree views Wine cellar and tasting room with humidity, temperature and ventilation control Fully integrated Sonos surround sound, amplifier and sub-woofer 3-5 car secure basement garage Circular glass lift and home automation system
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Is home-buying a ‘super’ investment? There are a few golden rules to follow and potential pitfalls you must be careful to avoid. B y SU E WILLIAMS
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A home purchased by your SMSF must be leased to an uninvolved party and solely provide retirement benefits to its members.
t seemed the perfect arrangement: a father buying an apartment through his selfmanaged super fund (SMSF) for his daughter to live in. But just as she was preparing to move in, he suddenly thought he’d better double-check it would be OK. “I told him that it wouldn’t, and she’d have to find another place,” says Yannick Ieko, the founder of SMSF Loan Experts. “That would be a clear breach of the super rules. “If you’re investing in residential property through your SMSF it has to be a clear investment – not a home for you or for a related party, like a family member or employee, even if they are going to pay you a market-rate rent. The only exception to that rule is if it’s a farm.” The laws around what you can do, and can’t do, with an SMSF can be a challenge to unravel. But at a time when most property markets are enjoying unprecedented capital growth, interest being earned on funds is so low and money so cheap to borrow, there have never been as many
people inquiring about how they can invest in residential real estate through their SMSFs. Generally, it’s pretty simple. SMSFs can apply for loans on property and can buy houses, townhouses or apartments, but then there has
“Make sure the property, in the first place, will be a good investment.” to be a clear lease to an uninvolved party. The property must also solely provide retirement benefits to fund members. Many people today are, however, buying properties on the coast or in the country with
the idea that, when they retire, they might leave the cities to set up there instead. It is possible to do that through an SMSF, too. “Because you’re of retirement age, you can access your super funds,” says Tania Magon, principal of super specialists Maven Advisors. “But the asset would still be in the name of the fund so what you have to do is buy it from the fund, maybe with the money you’ll get from selling your city home. “You’ll have to have a valuation to make sure you pay the right price and for stamp duty. The main issue is that you still need to make sure the property, in the first place, will be a good investment as its primary purpose is to provide for retirement.” That provision could be from rental returns or capital growth, but it does need to be clearly documented for the authorities. As for a home loan, the rate of interest for an SMSF will be higher than one for an individual buyer, but the fund is able to borrow up to 80 per cent for up to 30 years. “Rates have come down across the board, and a rate for an SMSF would be close to 4 per cent now,” says broker Alex Lambros, a director of Loan Market. “If you bought in the past, though, you’d have to refinance an existing loan for that rate, and you can’t access the equity in that property to buy the next one.”
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Brighton | South Australia 1 Indra Tce
By Appointment $2.8m - $2.9m
Andrew Fox 0418 832 227
Rare opportunity to command a coveted position in unparalleled space and luxury. On a substantial corner allotment, with massive formal and informal living spaces, swathes of outdoor entertaining and relaxing areas, and a place for everyone to retreat to their own private haven.
Exclusive coastal residence… 120 metres from the beach. Further information - foxrealestate.com.au/realestate.com.au
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Luxe Lume apartment with wow factor views Perfectly set on the fifth floor and layered with beautiful natural light and excellent crossflow courtesy of its north and south facing balconies, this sparkling new Lume apartment is your ticket to luxury harbourside living.
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Price $2,750,000 Web rh.com.au/mossman
Charlie Madgwick 0408 993 228
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198 Somerset Drive, Miallo QLD Luxury Mountain Top Retreat in Far North Queensland This exquisite property sits at the very crest of a hill overlooking Port Douglas, the Low Isles & the pristine Coral Sea. Designed by renowned architect, Chris Van Dyke, the home encompasses the very best of contemporary, tropical living whilst capturing breathtaking views in every direction with ABSOLUTE privacy. Luxuriously appointed throughout, a recent extension completes the home to provide 4 generous bedrooms (3K+1Q or 1K,1Q+4KS), 3 bathrooms, a home office or media room, a modern chef's kitchen plus multiple indoor & outdoor living spaces. Set amongst some of the most stunning tropical grounds, on over 37.5 acres of lush rainforest, this is the stuff that dreams are made of! A fabulous 12m infinity edge pool with an 8 seater spa is the perfect place to enjoy the uninterrupted night sky. 4G mobile reception & Fixed Wireless NBN nearby mean that working from home is no issue here. Conveniently less than 1.5hrs from Cairns Airport, half an hour north of Port Douglas, this is your perfect retreat, where the rainforest meets the reef…
Closest Waterfront Residential Site to Hastings St.
Exclusive one-in-a million, medium density opportunity on a supersize illustrious Noosa Sound 1120m2 waterfront site, which has the jaw-dropping address of Noosa Parade, is the closest waterfront residential site to Hastings Street. Three 2-bed apartments and one commercial building are current, however a long-term prime investment holding, apartment development, or striking residence with no waterside neighbours, presents a virtually bullet-proof investment. Auction 18 September 2021.
S E E M O R E AT O F F E R M A N N . C O M . A U 7 Noosa Parade, Noosa Heads.
Agent: Chris Miller 0412 894 542 NOOSA’S HOME OF PRESTIGE PROPERTY