#soldbyholly $770,000
The elegant horizontal batons that delineate the media room with the pops of timber that grace the open kitchen. The concordant organic materiality in dialogue with the sweeping bushland surrounds, as living spills to balcony and views capture the mountain ranges.
The after dark theme of the Midnight building so apt, the home seeded within the vibrant Braddon scene, humming by day and by night. And this generous two-bedder, distinguished by its choice of two magic social domains. The open plan, living, dining and kitchen informed by openness, fresh air, the buzz of city lights, champagne on the balcony. And the more introspective media room, doubling down as a second living space, calling for a huge flat screen TV and time out for restful reprieve…popcorn anyone?
The midnight building rises above Braddon with alluring grandeur, as walls of glass and sculptural blades capture the eye and the imagination. The sleek development by Fender Katsaladis is a salute to the famous Braddon mix of old and new, with its brutalist use of raw concrete combined with sleek interiors, straight out of a glamorous NY night club. This mixed-use development mixes residential, hotel, bar, classy restaurant and commercial retailing within the one elegant build. Midnight black abounds, as threads of gold combine with lush ceramic floors, acres of marble.
It is a thread continued within, as patterned grey ceramic flooring, lush charcoal carpet, stone worktops and midnight black accents create a sensuous appeal. The stunning kitchen perfectly arrayed with smooth black laminated cabinetry and floating island, taking in those heady views. There are quality appliances from Smeg and a shimmering white splash back to capture light and shadow.
Glass sliders can be left open to summer breezes within the master bedroom which opens directly onto a private balcony. There is excellent custom storage and a sleek ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom also has built-in-robes, while both ensuite and family bathroom are finished in floor-to-ceiling tiling, with signature hues of light and dark. Linear shelving and mirrored shaving cabinet double down on storage, as muted greys anchor the paired-back white amenities.
Life in the midnight building feels opulent, thoughtfully and artfully curated. The 25m swimming pool is an experience, all moody and muted, with deep blue mosaic tiling and ribbon windows that throw a shimmer of light across the water. There is a fully equipped gymnasium and parcel lockers in signature black, set within a striking sculptural installation. The midnight bar lives up to its name, serving up enticing cocktails, delicate bar food. Braddon Merchant is also in-house, offering fine dining, designed to share.
Step outside and you are greeted by all the creative vitality of Braddon by day or night…great coffee, food, drinks, exercise, community. By the way, it is a few steps to the tram, and easy stroll to the CBD and you are moments from some of the best independent cafes, bakeries, yoga studios, boutiques, bars and restaurants that Canberra has to offer. Throw in a surrounding of tranquil green spaces and you have the best of urban living, with a restful dollop of country peace.
features.
.stunning two-bedroom, two bathroom apartment in central Braddon
.extra large floor plan with two living areas plus study
.situated within the beautiful Midnight building
.abundance of natural light and high ceilings
.floor to ceiling double glazing
.open kitchen, dining and living flowing to balcony with stunning views across the city, out to mountain ranges
.generous media room/second living room
.beautiful entertainer's kitchen, banks of soft touch cabinetry, stone benchtops, pantry, Smeg appliances including wall oven, induction cooktop, and dishwasher
.master bedroom with built-in-robe, ensuite bathroom and private balcony
.second bedroom with built-in-robe
.additional generous family bathroom
.dedicated home office/study
.European laundry with stacking washer and dryer
.two reverse cycle ducted heating and cooling units
.luxury lobby with secure intercom
.parcel lockers
.secure basement parking
.plenty of public basement parking for guests
.25-metre lap pool with cascading waterfall into reflection ponds
.gym with state-of-the-art equipment and change room facilities
.completely separate 199-room Midnight Hotel with public restaurant and bar
.extensive public underground parking
.adjacent to the Elouera Street light rail stop and only a 1-minute walk to Lonsdale Street cafes, bars and restaurants
.5-minute walk to the CBD
FINE DETAILS (all approximate):
EER: 5.5
Built: 2019
Zoning: RZ3
Living size: 101 m2
Balcony 1: 7 m2
Balcony 2: 4 m2
Total: 112 m2
Rates: $1,964.16 pa
Land tax: $2,169.19 pa (investors only)
Admin: $1,276.50 pq
Sinking: $521.30 pq
Total: $1,797.80 pq
230 units in complex (both residential & commercial)
Current tenant on periodic lease paying $760 p/wk
