Designed in 1938 by respected Brisbane architect J.R.C. Blanche for the original owners, Mr and Mrs T. M. McCaul, this remarkable home stands today as one of Clayfield's most intact and significant examples of Interwar Modernist architecture. Featured in the Courier Mail on 27 February 1940 in the article "Climate Dictates Design", the home was recognised for its innovative response to Queensland's lifestyle, with the journalist noting: "Interior spaciousness, wide windows, ample protection of porches, windows and verandahs from the sun… basic essentials in an ideal Queensland home."
Blending Art Deco, Streamline Moderne, and early Functionalist design cues, the property captures the elegance, craftsmanship and forward-thinking philosophy of its era - a truly rare offering in one of Clayfield's most desirable streets.
Why 27 Roseby Street is Irreplaceable - Homes of this calibre - architect-designed, historically documented, and carrying intact Art Deco and Moderne detailing - seldom come to market. Positioned in a tightly held Clayfield pocket, the property offers unmatched architectural presence, structural solidity, and the opportunity to steward one of Brisbane's most distinctive Interwar residences into its next chapter
Architectural Highlights
- Sculptural curved brickwork and sweeping forms characteristic of Streamline Moderne
- Decorative plaster ceilings with geometric mouldings, perfectly preserved
- Original leadlight internal doors featuring Interwar geometric glasswork
- Curved built-in kitchen cabinetry, exceptionally rare for the era
- Art Deco window pelmets, custom-built and sculpted into the walls
- Glass block feature panel beside the entry - an advanced material for Brisbane homes of the time
- Solid hardwood joinery, panelled internal doors and deep architraves
- Multi-toned face brickwork and a classic terracotta tiled roof
- These authentic details have remained beautifully intact for over 85 years and form the architectural soul of the residence.
Home Features
- Welcoming entry foyer with leadlight double doors
- Three sizeable bedrooms
- Expansive open-plan living and dining with Deco ceilings and ornate chandeliers
- A central hall separating living and sleeping zones - a hallmark of considered 1930s design
- Original kitchen with rare curved built-in cabinetry
- Updated bathroom
- North and east-facing enclosed balconies, ideal as sunrooms, reading spaces or home offices
- Double lock-up garage with auto tilt-door
- Combination of brick veneer, double brick and terracotta tile roofing - a premium construction for the period
Additional Extras
- 2 x water tanks for gardens
- Garden shed
- Natural gas connected to the site
- Bosch gas hot water
- SolarWorld Sunny Boy solar system
- Puretec water softener
- Termite barrier installed
- Updated electrical fuse board
Imagine starting the day with a slow walk to Eagle Junction State School, coffee in hand, the sun filtering through the trees as the neighbourhood wakes up around you. Weekdays feel lighter when Clayfield College and Eagle Junction Station are just a five-minute stroll from your front door - no rushing, no stress, just easy living.
Weekends? They take care of themselves. Fresh pastries and produce from Harrison's Markets, a quick run to the airport for a getaway, or a smooth drive via the M7 or Gateway to the coast - north or south, the choice is yours.
And when you come home… you return to a street lined with character homes, to a rare piece of 1930s architecture, to a home filled with stories and ready for its next chapter.
27 Roseby Street isn't just a place to live - it's a lifestyle you'll fall in love with every single day.
BCC rates only $900/quarter!
QLD Urban Utilities $300/quarter and will vary
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