An exceptional example of mid-century modern architecture presented in original, well-maintained condition, this unique home was architect designed by Leo Blythe and brought to life by builder Martin Lane in 1957 as his own family home.
On a generous 721 sq m (approx.) corner allotment (redevelop STCA) in the desirable Balwyn High School Zone, the 2 storey home presents an iconic street presence in a native garden setting.
Purists of the mid-century genre will delight in this captivating home and the potential it offers for families, professionals and creatives to participate in its ongoing journey. Faithfully restore where needed, partially modernise with attention to kitchen and bathrooms, further develop the alfresco options or just treasure and enjoy this amazing home’s individuality.
With passive solar design principles in place, large picture windows topped by clerestory panes under wide eaves capture natural light all around. Exposed brick work and timber floors are featured throughout with the vibrant colour pops of the original palette still in evidence. Each window enjoys a tranquil green outlook, with mountain views from the upper level, and a fenced garden area opening out from the living room, manages kids, pets and privacy.
With a large living area at ground level, a separate meals space off the moody blue retro kitchen and an expansive rumpus room upstairs, the versatile layout comes into its own as a party house when opened out to cater for grand scale entertaining.
Three bedrooms at ground level include 2 double bedrooms with craftsman-built joinery and a versatile bedroom/study. The 3-part family bathroom, a statement of the times, provides for separate bathroom, shower room and WC, while the 4th bedroom upstairs is serviced by an ensuite.
The open timber staircase is a defining feature of this amazing home. Custom cabinetry storage is a bonus and the under-floor workshop area is capacious. There is off-street parking for numerous vehicles, the opportunity to fence in the street boundaries (STCA), and enormous potential to make contemporary lifestyle alterations while retaining the iconic character.
This very special home deserves a very special buyer!
Walk across the road to Belle Vue Primary School, and to the city bus and Bellevue Shopping Centre’s delicious variety of cafes, restaurants and takeaways. Bellevue Kindergarten, North Balwyn Village and the Docklands tram are only minutes away. Anticipate the lifestyle benefits of the revised Koonung Creek Reserve, new parklands and sporting facilities plus the connectivity bonus of the updated Eastern Freeway and the future North East Link.
* Gas heaters
* Air-conditioner
* Innovative floor-level air flow cooling
* Under house workshop and walk-in storage
* Off street multi-vehicle parking
* Tandem carport
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