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Yatala Vale Adelaide 488-500 Yatala Vale Road $12 million J OSE PHIN E H U YN H
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Private sale Agent: Giordano & Partners, Grant Giordano 0475 770 035 This weekend I’m heading to Hyams Beach on the NSW South Coast. It’s
Live the high life in rural splendour at Yatahlia
loved by locals, holiday-goers and sea changers alike, as reflected by the
Manor, a palatial, Provence-inspired 2.6-hectare
rising median house prices in the region – up 31 per cent over the year on
estate on the eastern Adelaide fringe. The
Domain data. Every couple of months I feel the call of the ocean and Hyams’
multitude of living spaces includes a music room,
sand, which is made up of tiny quartz crystals and claims the title of the
a library and a tiered home cinema. The property
whitest in the world – just magical. On the way we’re making a pitstop at the
also has its own lake, a huge veggie garden, a
natural wonder that is Fitzroy Falls. I love venturing to this lush part of the
chicken coop and a stable.
world. This week’s Architecture feature takes us right there, to the rainforests of Kangaroo Valley not far from the waterfall. Perhaps what’s more magical than glistening Hyams Beach is our front-page estate in Adelaide. I think we’ve described it perfectly on the cover: a modern-day fairy tale, soon to be a lucky someone’s happily ever after.
O U R COVE R 488-500 Yatala Vale Road, Yatala Vale Listed by Giordano & Partners PAG E 8
Editor: Josephine Huynh josephine.huynh@ domain.com.au Editorial producer: Paige Tonna Group picture editor: Kylie Thomson Senior designer: Colleen Chin Quan Graphic designer: Nicole Gauci National managing editor: Alice Stolz Chief marketing officer: Rebecca Darley Chief executive officer: Jason Pellegrino
HOT PROPERTY
FELIX FOREST
DESIGN DIGEST Marble makes a comeback
ARCHITECTURE Taste of Tassie in Kangaroo Valley
YELLOWTRACE For California modernist fans
LIVING IN Among the mansions of Medindie
Residential sales: Queensland Brad McLeod 0429 571 826 New South Wales Belinda Sinclair 0414 580 903 Victoria & Tasmania Ray van Veenendaal 0438 279 870 Western Australia, South Australia & Northern Territory Jeroen van de Peppel 0427 292 797 Digital edition Visit domain.com.au/ digitaledition
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East Lindfield Sydney 22a Sydney Road $8.5 million
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Private sale Agent: Marshall.Chan.Yahl, William Chan 0412 300 294 This as-new family home showcases elegant curves across two generous levels with lift access. Highlights include a five-metre Italian marble island bench in the kitchen, a bespoke home office and a heated pool.
Merrijig
Legana
Mansfield Shire 2437 Mt Buller Road
Launceston 20 Acropolis Drive
$16 million
$1.6 million +
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Expressions of interest: Close 4pm, May 31
Private sale
Agent: McGrath Mansfield, Kate McDougall 0419 303 515
Agent: Key2 Property,
Claiming Mount Buller as a backdrop and the Delatite River as frontage, this
Jessica Hogarth 0488 016 035
impressive estate provides the ideal base for relaxation and adventure. On
Enjoy views to the Tamar River from this elevated,
four titles totalling 271 hectares, the property includes an architect-
1.37-hectare property. The manor-style home
designed residence, heated pool, helipad and self-contained guest studio.
features timber finishes and has its own orchard. ANJIE BLAIR
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PREMIER ESTATE. HOME TO MELBOURNE CUP WINNER – AMERICAIN.
188 MANICURED ACRES (APPROX.) ON TWO TITLES, SPECTACULAR ARCHITECT DESIGNED LUXURY RESIDENCE C2012. Outstanding location on the edge of greater Melbourne. 1 4 1 5 A R T H U R S C R E E K R OA D, D O R E E N , V I C 3 7 5 4 .
International expressions of interest closing Tue 17th May 2022.
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DESIGN DIGEST
Magic of marble In a tribute to the attributes of marble, these designers make the most of its inherent beauty and unique qualities. C o m p i l e d b y PAU LIN E M O RRIS SE Y LIGHT IT UP Emitting a warm glow, Studio Henry Wilson’s popular Pillar Lamp is made from solid viola calacatta marble, which presents a vivid burgundy veining that lends intrigue to its captivating, sculpture-like form. store.henrywilson.com.au
STACKS ON Redefining objects as art, furniture designer Rachel Donath has added the Phoenix Stacked Marble Hall Table to her evolving collection. It is crafted from Italian marble stacked to form a striking silhouette. racheldonath.com.au
UTILITY PLAYER
FINE FORM Made from a captivating and bold natural stone, calacatta nero quartz, the Sienna
Designed by Danish
Coffee Table by En Gold has a sturdy base with clean lines, gracefully paired with a tabletop finished
studio Norm
with soft, rounded edges. engold.com.au
Architects, MENU’s Plinth Collection is both aesthetically pleasing and perfectly practical. Made from solid marble in black, white, sand or rose and available in three shapes and sizes, it has myriad uses. designstuff.com.au
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Tassie in the Highlands ARCHITECTURE
Architect Wesley Hindmarch brought his knowledge of Tasmanian valley builds to his astounding Kangaroo Valley house. B y PAU L B E S T
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hen Wesley Hindmarch decided to move to NSW in 2017 with his wife Gabrielle – originally from Sydney – and their son, he was keen to find somewhere that reminded him of the lush, green, rolling landscape of his home state, Tasmania. It was never going to be Sydney, so he looked further afield. He liked what he saw in the Southern Highlands, eventually settling on Kangaroo Valley, a two-hour drive south of Sydney, and a township shortlisted for Business NSW’s Top Tourism Town Awards 2022 for “tiny towns” of less than 1500 residents.
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“Kangaroo Valley reminds me a lot of the country south of Hobart around Huonville,” says Hindmarch. “It’s a well-preserved valley, with a river down the middle, because it’s in the Sydney water catchment.” It wasn’t just about finding a place that was reminiscent of home. As an architect, Hindmarch wanted to work on projects that were similar to those on which he had worked in Tasmania. “I understand the regional valley context,” he says. “I know how people in the country operate; I know the lingo.”
The cosy, modern, twolevel retreat was built on a challenging steep and tight site in a rainforest setting.
He backed this up by using local trades and materials as much as possible, and naming his studio LocalArchitect South Coast. Of course, there was no better project to test this all out on than his own house, a cosy, modern, two-level retreat he built in 2018 on an exposed elevated one-hectare bush block a small hop from town. With panoptic views across Kangaroo Valley to Budderoo Plateau, Hindmarsh Ridge and Barrengarry Mountain, it made sense to name his property Eyrie House. Typical architect, Hindmarch chose a challenging steep and tight site. Not only did he have to contend with a steep, tight site but surrounding rainforest with endangered plants. “I had to work within a small footprint so as not to disturb the rainforest setting while providing maximum amenity,” he says of the challenge. At the same time, it provided an ideal setting for the style of houses Hindmarch had designed previously in Tasmania – rustic and simplified with a modern mid-century aesthetic. Unsurprisingly, timber – locally sourced spotted gum – figures prominently inside and out to reflect the property’s secluded rural setting. From the outside, there’s a striking wall of vertical timber boards, complemented by sliding shutters, eaves, and door and window frames. Inside, spotted gum is used for the floors, ceilings, doorways and staircase, as well as for joinery and a feature wall. White is also used as a visual contrast to the timber, including the inside walls and ceilings and the exterior vertical cement weatherboards. “White’s neutrality highlights the beautiful timber, gives it meaning,” Hindmarch says. While the materiality lifts the airy, light-filled volumes inside, what really invigorates the property are the valley and escarpment views, what Hindmarch calls the “continuous show of nature”. They breathe life into the place wherever you are, from the upstairs open-plan living and
YOUR AGENT Frank Barker, Raine & Horne Southern Highlands
“The property is perfect for those wanting the good life, who want to bring up their family in the country, run a small tourismrelated business or are after a tree change.”
dining area, bedrooms and snug to the balcony, decks and terraces – one with plunge pool, another with fire pit – as well as the native and vegetable gardens. “It’s all about the views,” says Raine & Horne Southern Highlands agent Frank Barker. Equally, with the views there comes a continuous show of weather. To this end, Hindmarch has created an energy-efficient, sustainability-first house in response to its bucolic environs. Included in the build are insulated walls, double-glazing and louvres for cross-ventilation, deep eaves and sliding timber shutters to protect against the harsh western un-Tassie-like sun, as well as solar panels on an angled roof and higher-than-required bush attack level construction.
Kangaroo Valley Shoalhaven 1361a Kangaroo Valley Road $3.25 million
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Private sale Agent: Raine & Horne Southern Highlands, Frank Barker 0456 555 422
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YELLOWTRACE
b y DANA TO MIC H U G H E S
COURTESY OF JONES
FELIX FOREST / EDITORIAL STYLING ANNA DELPRAT
This modernist transformation is a ‘total vibe’
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erhaps, like me, you’re well aware of the Danish concept hygge. But did you know the Dutch have something similar called gezellig or, in its noun form, gezelligheid? The two idioms are profound and share significant overlaps. While hygge embodies cosiness and comfort, gezellig is all about the connection to a place and people in it – but ultimately, they are both about feelings of contentment and overall wellbeing. While English doesn’t have a direct translation for either, the Millennials give it a red-hot go by describing things as a “total vibe”. Perhaps you’re now wondering where this is going? To Sydney’s upper north shore, where architects Studio Prineas transformed an original brick house into a forever home for their beloved clients – an older couple who spent their working lives in Europe, where they developed a profound appreciation for modernist design. “From the minute we met Patrick and Elizabeth, we just clicked,” says Eva-Marie Prineas, principal of Studio Prineas. “Our design meetings became longer and longer as time went on, as did any site meetings with the builder. By the end of the process, we were all very fond of each other – there was a wonderful atmosphere of sharing and togetherness, that we recognise as gezellig.” Rightly named after this very concept, it’s pretty evident House Gezellig is indeed something special. With humility and modesty, this home embodies a sense of connection to the original architecture, favouring the quality of spaces over their size. “Our client’s brief did not require the addition of floor space,” explains Eva-Marie. “Rather, it required we re-imagine the layout into a more functional plan that would accommodate everyday life with more ease and practicality, and create moments of beauty and connection to the garden.”
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Studio Prineas paid close attention to understanding their clients’ vision for living, enabling them to incorporate plenty of personal moments within the home. For their primary source of inspiration, the studio looked to Californian modernist architects Craig Ellwood and Pierre Koenig. “We sought to continue the language in the modesty and low-profile roof form, the beautiful lofty ceilings and the brick chimney structures that all reminded us of homes from the California modernist era,” confesses Eva-Marie. Similarly, their approach to the materials was all about maintaining continuity between the old and new, matching the original bricks in the addition while adding a new layer of external breeze blocks for screening. Internally, the hero is the travertine floor that runs throughout, while a sandstone fireplace anchors the living space. Crown-cut walnut panelling is another reference to the mid-century aesthetic, with clients’ design classics taking centre stage – like the Eames recliner from Herman Miller, Louis Poulsen’s PH5 pendants and Arne Jacobsen’s Series 7 chairs – along with an art collection including pieces by Paul Ryan, a mobile by
“Our design meetings became longer and longer as time went on, as did any site meetings with the builder.” Alexander Calder and a print by Joan Miro. In a final homage to the modernist greats, Studio Prineas came together with their client and the builder to collectively paint a mural on an external wall at the completion of the job. Although a relatively small moment in this lovingly crafted project, the abstracted mural captures the vitality of House Gezellig. I’m no millennial, but I’m sure you can agree when I say that House Gezellig is a total vibe. yellowtrace.com.au
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LIVING IN
34.8959° S, 138.6051° E
MEDINDIE
The grand homes of Medindie house the who’s who of Adelaide society, with a waiting list of hopefuls. B y PAU LIN E M O RRIS SE Y
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Just 10 minutes’ drive north of the city centre,
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the exclusive suburb of Medindie has grand,
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Adelaide 10 Robe Terrace
historic homes and mansions with hushed
that Medindie is known for, Ourania and Stan’s
$9.5 million +
grounds and affluent residents.
magnificent estate on the esteemed Robe
Surrounding amenities include the Adelaide Park Lands – dubbed “Australia’s biggest backyard” – and the spectacular River Torrens
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lived with their family for the past 15 years. “Walking past one day, we stopped in front of
Linear Park Trail. It’s also on the doorstep of
our house and Stan said, ‘This is the house that I
vibrant Prospect Road, Walkerville Terrace and
dreamt of,’ and we were lucky enough to
O’Connell Street.
purchase it for our family,” Ourania recalls. “We lived here from day one, and have
From strength to strength
completed two major renovations and extensions
Stephanie Williams of Williams Real Estate says
since. Entertaining family and friends is
Medindie is popular among large families with
something we love to do, particularly hosting
children, who want to establish themselves in the
Christmas celebrations, as there’s more than
area for a long-term hold. Its close proximity to
enough space for everyone to enjoy.”
the exclusive Wilderness School and St Peter’s
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Terrace is for sale and where they have happily
Beyond the blissful privacy of their home’s park-
College is another strong attraction, she adds.
like grounds, the couple’s family relish being at
Expressions of interest: Close noon, May 19
Williams says the Medindie market remains
the centre of it all, within easy reach of North
Agent: Williams Real Estate,
incredibly strong, with buyer demand at an all-
Adelaide and the city, meaning they never have to
Stephanie Williams 0413 874 888
time high and showing no signs of slowing down.
venture far for all of life’s needs.
A landmark of luxury, this private and picturesque
This has seen the median house price rise to
“We love Medindie for its idyllic and convenient
estate offers buyers the ultimate in family living
$1.855 million according to CoreLogic’s Suburb
location,” Ourania says. “We go on many walks,
and entertaining, where modern enhancements
Profile Report, featuring in its top 10 suburbs in
including strolling across to the parklands or the
blend beautifully with period charms.
South Australia for capital growth in the past 12
riverbank walk, venturing into the city or visiting
months at nearly 50 per cent.
the Adelaide Zoo. Often, we simply enjoy just walking around our neighbourhood, admiring all
Medindie residents love
property [here]. We’re continually experiencing a
the beautiful homes – it’s always amazing to be
the suburb’s green
Hover your camera over the
very high level of enquiries for homes on and off
around so much greenery, listening to the birds,
amenities and
code to see Domain listings
the market,” Williams says.
yet still be so close to everything.”
convenient location.
in Medindie
“Buyers will wait for many years to secure a
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MISSION BEACH LUXURY BEACHFRONT COLLECTION 16 Koda Street WONGALING BEACH
43 The Esplanade GARNERS BEACH
“INDAH” meaning “BEAUTIFUL” The Quintessential Tropical Absolute Beachfront House
$1.65M
Virtually an island with not just one, but two private beaches! There is nothing like this inspiring property on the entire east coast.
Beautiful is what this property is every way you look at it. The feeling you get inside the house, with its high ceilings and state-of-the-art timberwork throughout, all of which has been designed for ease of living and an outlook to the beach, is amazing.
Magnificent home on 8.5 ha headland of rainforest with absolute beachfront. It’s a virtual island with commanding views over the Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef. Astute investors will see the opportunity to sell the development approved 10 secluded and cleared blocks which are spread across this breathtaking elevated location. Others may just want to keep this best kept secret paradise all to themselves, or for the kids inheritance.
Indah has 3 air-conditioned bedrooms and two bathrooms, an open plan living area leading out to the large verandah which provides views to Beach and the garden / lawns leading to fabulous Mission Beach renown worldwide for its beauty.
The stunning multi-award winning Paul Clout designed home on Lot 4 is magnificently appointed throughout and has a huge 18m pool. It celebrates luxury living with its vast kitchen, dining and living areas blurring the lines between indoors and out, all with spectacular panoramic views of the azure Coral Sea, rainforest mountains and tropical islands. Offers over $10M
Indah is a high set property which has a very large area on ground level, currently used for car and boat storage but ideal for future development as a living area.
118 Kennedy Esplanade SOUTH MISSION BEACH
Beautiful Big Beachfront Home with a classic view of Dunk Island
42 Reid Road WONGALING BEACH
$1.3M
Beachfront Mission Beach Coconuts on your doorstep
The property holds a great position on Mission Beach with views to the Islands offshore. The spacious house has a relaxed non-trendy feeling and presents as new throughout - nearly all of the interior looks to Island views. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs, the master bedroom has its own bathroom. The middle level is where you will find the spacious kitchen, dining, living and laundry. On the ground level there is a giant rumpus area with a bedroom and ensuite. This area could be further developed for more accommodation or a studio. To the rear of the property is a massive shed / garage for boats, cars, caravans and other toys. While the photos are good the property presents much better when you walk into it. The current owner has maintained the house in excellent condition and has owned it for many years and now has a change in mind.
50 Holt Road GARNERS BEACH
Offers over $2M
No comparison to the house and its position from Cairns to Port Douglas or Airlie Beach. A true tropical home on the Beach of approximately 800 square metres internal. Well designed, spacious kitchen fitted out with the best equipment, ready to cook up a feast. The living room expands out onto washed timber decks that run across the whole beachfront side of this property, linking to bedrooms. When you enter the house the feeling is expansive, wide hallways and doorways with very high vaulted ceiling throughout the house and almost every room looks out on the Coral Sea and Islands. A fisherpersons and boaties paradise with our new Harbour. The Office is set up so that you can daydream looking at the waves breaking on the beach. - 3 Luxury size bedrooms with ensuites - Guest Powder Room - Double lock up garage
“Sails” at Garners Beach – just a few minutes north of Mission Beach. An inspection is a must!
$2.35M
A home that commands big blue views from a high oceanfront position on the secluded rainforest Beach, known locally as “Brooks Beach” with golden sands set between the headlands. The grounds are landscaped down to the beachfront boundary and contain an elegant palm forest with many tropical flowering trees. “Sails” interior is extraordinary with its six meter high ceilings and colourful art throughout. From the moment you enter the house the feeling is uplifting, very open plan leading out onto decks all around that are covered, leading out to the pool at the north end of the house. ABSOLUTELY WORDS WON’T DO IT – an inspection is a must OR Facetime Video.
Contact Exclusive Agent Steve Wiltshire on 0419 674 409 sales@missionbeachrealestate.com.au
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