Domain Prestige - May 24, 2023

PRESTIGE

STYLE

REVIVAL

By KATE FARRELLY

Vaucluse

Sydney 37 Wentworth Road

$25 million

7 6 3 JOSEPHINE HUYNH

I have a soft spot for mid-century modern design . There’s something about its warm timber tones, clean lines and organic shapes that set my heart alight – and it’s clearly not just me. Flip through any architecture or interior design hard-covers published by Phaidon or Rizzoli, and you’ll find that more than half of the featured homes pay homage to the post–World War II movement. If you dine in a contemporary restaurant, there’s a good chance you’ll be seated in a chair that was designed in the 1950s – whether it’s an Eames, Bertoia, Cherner or Saarinen. In this week’s Yellowtrace house, two iconic Falcon chairs designed by the late Sigurd Resell came with the sale and they couldn’t look more at home. In Broadbeach Waters, our Behind the Listing property saw the celebrated style brought into the modern day via a funky renovation. Its sunken lounge is to die for.

OUR COVER

54 Allambie Avenue, Broadbeach Waters

Listed by Belle Maison Realty

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Residential sales: Queensland

Amanda Vaughan 0413 370 004

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Joe Pinneri 0408 694 223

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Ray van Veenendaal 0438 279 870

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Auction: 3pm, June 3

Agent: Ray White Double Bay, Warren Ginsberg 0411 024 116 in conjunction with PPD Real Estate, Alexander Phillips 0418 404 337

Owner and interior designer Olivia Babarczy has completed a top-to-toe renovation of this F. Glynn Gilling-designed 1920s residence, which claims northerly harbour views through arched windows and from terraces. You’ll find otsumigaki plasterwork, Italian marble, brass tapware, Spanish tiling and limestone and oak floors.

JACK LOVEL / STYLING GAB SCOTT

Toorak

Melbourne 35-39 Albany Road

$39 million-$42.5 million

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Expressions of interest: Close 3pm, May 30

Middle Dural

Sydney 1 Mcleod Road

$14 million-$15 million

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Private sale

Agent: LJ Hooker Dural, William Brush 0407 696 022

Designed by American architect John Henry, who specialises in period-style European mansions, this grand new home offers 1300 square metres of accommodation across two decadent levels. There are five living spaces plus a home theatre, an office and a gym, as well as a pool and tennis court.

Palm Beach

Gold Coast 504 The Esplanade

$11.75 million

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Private sale

Agent: Marshall White Stonnington, Marcus Chiminello 0411 411 271

One of the finest examples of Georgian revival architecture in Melbourne, this Geoffrey Sommers-designed mansion sits on 3616 square metres of established gardens with a pool and tennis court. The interiors are due for an update, giving the new owner a fabulous opportunity to make their mark.

Agent: Amir Prestige Group, Amir Mian 0401 470 499

This modern home captures ocean views from nearly every room and comes with a stunning kitchen, en suites to every bedroom and a pool.

NUMBULWAR NUMBURINDI x AGENCY x TAIT

During their joint popup studio and exhibition, Indigenous artist collective Numbulwar Numburindi Arts, together with Agency Projects and furniture company Tait, are showcasing the iconic Tidal Chair, reimagined by master weavers Joy and Rose Wilfred. numbulwar.com

Melbourne Design Week

As the vibrant annual event draws to a close, these shoppable picks allow the celebration of design to continue at home. Compiled by PAULINE MORRISSEY

ECO

Outdoor, which crafts outdoor furniture that champions the raw beauty of nature, introduced the exquisite Arc Dining Chair, created in partnership with Sydney-based designer Tom Fereday, as part of this year’s Futures Collective exhibition. ecooutdoor.com.au

TAPPETI X YSG A collaboration between Australian interior designer Yasmine Ghomein and the artisans of Tappeti welcomed the remarkable Real Majik rug collection. It celebrates colour and texture, supplemented with artworks from Scott Livesey Galleries. tappeti.com.au

MATER x CULT Danish design company Mater and Cult teamed up to present Waste Dream, a circular design exhibition spotlighting the Conscious collection – sustainable furniture crafted from waste such as coffee bean shells, sawdust and plastic beer kegs. cultdesign.com.au

OUTDOOR x TOM FEREDAY Eco

Funkiness and functionality

This mid-century modern makeover is the latest in a long line of renovations for Perri and Eddie Beith.

By ELIZABETH CLARKE

The concept that lies behind this Broadbeach home seems very relevant now, despite dating back to the 1950s.

Designed in mid-century modern style, its two levels are filled with natural light, the indoors and outdoors mesh easily, and each space embraces clean lines, bold colours, graphic shapes and natural and man-made materials.

“We’ve always stuck to more neutral styles like Hamptons and coastal, which is all white and creams,” says owner Perri Beith who, along with

husband Eddie, has completed an extraordinary 18 home renovations.

“We loved living with that aesthetic, and in terms of resale, it appeals to a broader market. This time, my husband wanted to do something different, and when I started researching midcentury modern design, I was drawn to it its funkiness and functionality.”

The couple and their “small farm of various cats and dogs” bought the home early last year after falling in love with its location.

Right: Eddie and Perri Beith, from Beith Building and Developments, say it’s hard moving on from this house and location.

“It’s very close to the beach, and we take our dogs to different parks daily,” Beith says.

“The block is unique with a wide front and narrow rear, and the original house was a simple, tiny brick home. What is now the lounge and kitchen area was the whole house, but we knew we could make it work!”

The couple owns a building company and, with their team, completed the renovation in just six months. Downstairs, a generous kitchen, lounge area and office flow out to an external entertaining area, and upstairs are the laundry, powder room, second lounge space, main bedroom suite and four other bedrooms – two with their own en suites.

A European holiday inspired the kitchen, with its marble benchtops and stunning checkered floor tiles.

“It was a look I saw in many restaurants and bars in Paris, and I went searching for something similar for this home,” Beith says. “I ended up with beige and travertine as a base for my palette, which allowed me to use rich green granite for my splashback and benchtop.”

The kitchen cabinetry is crafted in Florentine Walnut by Polytec, which is seen throughout the home for consistency of style.

In the adjacent sunken lounge is a U-shaped custom couch in a similar shade of emerald green to the granite.

“We built it in sections, so if a cushion is damaged, it’s easy to remove and repair,” Beith says. “It’s so cosy and my spot to curl up and watch TV and movies. When we have friends over, it’s where we sink in with some bubbles, chat and gaze at the garden through two huge windows. [It] instantly relaxes me.”

A bank of textured glass blocks separates the lounge from a generous office area, allowing it lots of privacy and natural light.

Outside, a vast timber V structure – that doubles as a stunning design feature – and a towering frangipani tree hold court.

“The tree is about 155 years old and the only original thing on the property,” Beith says.

“When we bought the home, it was in full bloom, and we knew we had to keep it.”

Designed to be a great entertainer, the home has already hosted numerous poolside soirees.

“It’s the ultimate party house with a pool, spa, built-in barbecue and pizza oven that has a big seat bench around it for cosying up in winter,” Beith says.

Beautiful stonework features throughout, most significantly in the lounge room and at the entrance, where imported sandstone in shades of grey, cream and brown form impressive curved structures.

“We didn’t use grout, to create a ‘stacked’ effect,” Beith says. “It took months for the guys to build, but it was worth it.”

Upstairs, each space is designed around a statement feature, like the mustard tiles in the laundry and an authentic terracotta style in the guest bathroom.

“Each one gave me a palette to pivot from and informed my choice of marble and colour,” she says. “I love every single room – each one is unique and luxurious.”

Beith says moving on is always hard, and this mid-century-inspired home is no exception.

“We are going to miss this house, its location and neighbours,” she says.

Broadbeach Waters

Gold Coast 54 Allambi Avenue

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Auction: 10am, May 28

Agent: Belle Maison Realty, Trevor Groves 0409 579 823

HANNAH PUECHMARIN

by DANA TOMIC HUGHES YELLOWTRACE

A humble and wholesome restoration

This quintessentially West Australian home – designed by Duncan Stephen & Mercer in the early 1960s – has been lovingly brought back to life by Fremantle-based interior design practice Design Theory.

From the first inspection, it was clear the City Beach property was in poor condition. However, the new owner was passionate about the house’s character and mid-century charm.

“She was happy to take our curatorial lead on modernising it while honouring its heritage and its place within the cultural landscape of Western Australia,” says Lisa Reeves, who cofounded Design Theory in 2013 with her husband, Evan.

The client, an entertainer and dog-lover, was after a home with existing rooms reworked to deliver a three-bedroom, two-bathroom configuration.

“A place where she could cook for friends and live with her dogs in a durable, pet-proof home,” Lisa says.

As is the case with most heritage renovations, a key challenge was bringing today’s functionality level into an old building. Not to mention that, once work started on site, it became clear the entire structure was rotten due to termite damage, so extensive restoration work began.

Design Theory managed all stages of this project from building to restoration, interiors and furniture.

“Our cues were taken from the era of the house’s original design,” Lisa explains, “a time of humble, honest materials and detailing.”

Where cabinetry needed restoration, it was updated respectfully, always with a nod to what may have come before.

Vintage furniture acquired with the house was retained and restored.

Original door knockers and pendant lights were refurbished and reinstated, lending authenticity to the home’s new life.

JACK LOVEL / STYLING GAB SCOTT

COURTESY OF JONES

The material mix has all the makings of nostalgia – blackbutt and mosaic tiles were used in the kitchen, Marmoleum lines the floors, and carpet tiles can be seen in the sunken lounge. Colour lends a graphic element throughout, with the palette derived from the West Australian landscape.

“From our first visit, we were struck by how West Australian the home felt,” Lisa says. “We embraced a palette of eucalypt greens, warm timbers and sunset oranges.

“Our client’s deep connection to the character of the house and the house itself was an ongoing source of inspiration. Detailing is hidden and unobtrusive, and materials are honest, speaking to the home and our client’s grounded nature.”

Design Theory designed it for a lifetime and beyond, focusing on quality, repairable finishes that would improve with age and use.

From the restoration of original architecture to interiors, lighting and furniture, this refreshed gem is ready to be treasured by another generation.

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“Our client’s deep connection to the character of the house and the house itself was an ongoing source of inspiration.”

POINT PIPER

Luxury, glamour, prestige and an enviable harbourfront lifestyle await those with the right amount of money.

Despite its small size, Point Piper is renowned for being one of Australia’s most expensive postcodes, with grand mansions hugging the shoreline and uninterrupted harbour views.

Former prime ministers and corporate magnates are known to reside here, where they enjoy living by the water, joining exclusive yacht clubs, and sending their children to some of the country’s most elite schools.

The sound of waves lapping the shore is also more familiar than traffic here, despite Sydney’s CBD being only six kilometres away.

Your key to VIP

If you ask Monika Tu, director of Black Diamondz Property Concierge, she’ll tell you that Point Piper is a unique and superior place that personifies the very best of Sydney’s high-end real estate.

“I’ve been in the industry long enough to understand Point Piper’s undeniable allure, especially among wealthy families who desire luxury, glamour and prestige,” Tu says.

“The suburb attracts both local and international buyers who are more than willing to pay the price to enjoy ultimate waterfront living.”

Tu says her team can’t get their hands on enough Point Piper properties to satisfy the number of interested clients because those who secure a piece of the pie tend to stay for a lifetime, and often for numerous generations.

By PAULINE MORRISSEY

“When it comes to the properties themselves, many are large, with the exclusivity and privacy akin to a gated community, usually with grand outdoor spaces, private pools and direct access to the water,” she says. “With the right amount of money, you can live the absolute Sydney dream that only Point Piper can offer.”

Happy harbour days

Marley Cutbush, managing director of Flagship International Yacht Brokers, spends much of his time at or on the water.

After 10 years at Port Hacking, he relocated his office to Point Piper due to its lively boating scene and direct Sydney Harbour access.

“Having had the pleasure of entering hundreds of ports and harbours around the world, I can confidently state that Sydney Harbour is the most spectacular waterway on the planet,” Cutbush says. “Spending my working life looking at, working on, and exploring this harbour is something I cherish every day.”

Cutbush can be frequently spotted having morning coffee at The Boathouse or enjoying an afternoon cruise.

“Whenever I’m walking the docks, the camaraderie among the friendly boaties is evident at every turn,” he says. “It’s always wonderful to watch as they revel in the wonders of the eastern suburbs’ crown jewel.”

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$25.5 million 3 4 2

Auction: 10.30am, June 17

Agent: Black Diamondz Property Concierge, Monika Tuon 0409 898 888

Explore all four levels of this deep-waterfront oasis via the glass lift. Days could begin with laps in the 16-metre heated pool and end with a movie night in the home theatre.

Those lucky enough to join the community tend to stay for a generation – or more.

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Lavish Gold Coast waterfront living and entertaining finds a new benchmark inside ‘Alston’, a magnificent Main River estate set within the prestigious The Southport School precinct.

A rare 3,442m 2 * waterfront allotment, with its private sandy beach and skyline vistas spanning Main Beach to Broadbeach, sets the stage for this stately French manor to shine. Designed by Michael Witty Architects and crafted to perfection, an exquisite tri-level residence boasts six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a five-car garage and a long list of luxury inclusions.

An indoor lap pool, spa, gym, and sauna beckon, while entertainers will embrace a bar, wine room, cinema and billiards room. A rooftop viewing platform captures 360-degree views, while a deep-water pontoon with twin jet ski docks creates easy passage to the Broadwater, Marina Mirage and the Gold Coast Seaway.

CONTACT FOR A PRIVATE VIEWING

MICHAEL KOLLOSCHE 04111 888 15

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Why healthy homes bode well

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SUE WILLIAMS

Awash with natural light, cooled by beautiful fresh breezes, double-glazed for sun control and thermal comfort, and with access to lush green spaces.

Once, choosing the best investment property was much more about location, the number of bedrooms and the state of the floors.

Now the buzzwords are “wellness real estate” for attracting quality tenants and robust capital growth.

“The whole market is getting more educated, more sophisticated and more demanding,” says Tim Spencer, executive general manager of Mulpha Developments, the lead developer in Sydney’s Norwest and the Gold Coast’s Sanctuary Cove.

“For us, wellness real estate is about creating spaces in homes and communities that are for personal use, for family use, for community –spaces to make you feel calm, and serendipitous spaces where something surprising might happen,” he says.

Buyers are responding, too. The finance industry’s Pankaj Choithramani, 39, recently

bought a townhome in Norwest’s Essentia development, attracted by features like its thoughtful design and layout, solar access, thermal glazing, solar and battery storage, smart energy monitoring, rainwater tank storage and dense planting between homes.

“The whole market is getting more educated … and more demanding.”

“Right in the middle of the townhomes is a shared wellness centre with outdoor and indoor barbecues, a gym, a swimming pool and a spa area,” says Choithramani, who moved in with his wife and two children, aged eight and four. “That made it very special. We wanted quality and healthiness and sustainability, and that was

all offered. We’d been searching for months for something to buy and, when we saw this, we bought it within the hour.”

This kind of attention to wellness principles is the way of the future for any buyer, believes Davina Rooney, the chief executive of the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA).

Investors will, in future, be competing for tenants in the growing build-to-rent sector, which has a major focus on sustainability and wellness and is working with the GBCA towards producing healthier, net-zero buildings.

“The risk for investors is that if they buy homes designed even to today’s standards, they could be outdated even by the time they’re finished,” Rooney says. “Also, the announcement at the most recent Treasurer’s Roundtable that there will be an energy-use disclosure made available for all Australian homes, across existing buildings as well as new ones, means everyone will know whether they’re moving into a good home or a bad one.”

That’s a challenge for residential investors, but one that many are now coming to terms with, says Shane Hiscock, director of Brisbane’s Locate Buyers Agency.

“Investors are now looking, as much as owneroccupier buyers, for a certain orientation, light, air, good floor plans and layouts, and energy efficiency that makes a home easy to heat and to cool,” he says. “It’s a way of ensuring good capital growth in the long term, which really adds value to any investment.”

housing market is shifting as renters and buyers look to homes that will deliver a meaningful wellness dividend.

Townhomes at Essentia offer a wide range of features that enhance sustainability and the health and wellbeing of its residents.

A CI T Y BE A CH I C ON F OR T HE A G E S !

Boasting breathtaking 180-degree panoramic ocean views, two separate swimming pools, a full-size tennis court and spanning three spacious levels – at a height that is no longer attainable when it comes to planning and building modern-day properties, this spectacular and fully-renovated 5 bedroom 4 bathroom executive family residence truly is one of a kind and occupies the highest point and second-largest landholding in beautiful City Beach.

With a collective land size of 2,325 square metres there is even potential to build another home on the tennis court, but for now, there is more than enough to be excited about with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.