Direct entry from Argyle Street including a remote-control garage with internal access reveals this amazing, tri-level warehouse conversion's inspiring combination of industrial character and contemporary sophistication under a soaring cathedral-style ceiling. The iconic MacRobertson's Chocolate Factory c1891 is the historic setting in the heart of Fitzroy for this distinctive solid brick residence where a classic street-front façade introduces a flexible interior featuring a stylish modern fit-out designed by the renowned Christopher Boots. Accommodation extends from a top-floor bedroom area or studio with its own powder room to a spacious main bedroom including built-in robes that's accompanied on the lower-level by a beautiful bathroom with an oversized fluted-glass shower and bespoke vanity, along with a separate laundry. A private courtyard offers ample, ground-floor alfresco space, while an expansive open-concept living and dining area beneath a towering trussed ceiling with fans is framed by a polished concrete floor, tall treetop windows and loads of wall storage. A 3-sided gourmet kitchen with all-electric stainless-steel appliances and a breakfast bench perfectly serves all in the home, plus there is a study nook, split-system heating and cooling, and video intercom. Spanning an extensive 138 sqms (approx.) along with roof rights, commercial-use clearance and available architectural plans to convert the back area of the garage, volumes of light and airy renovated space in an authentic warehouse setting with a courtyard and garage make for a rare, city-edge opportunity. Designed to suit a range of lifestyle scenarios in a mixed-use zone whether it's pleasure, business or a blend of both, this captivating conversion is a New York loft-style sanctuary of remarkable appeal that is just around the corner from the buzz of Smith Street and only a short stroll to Brunswick and Johnston Streets, cafes, restaurants, wine bars, galleries, shops, supermarkets, parks and city-bound trams.
