Rich in mid-century retro appeal, this architect's-own four-bedroom beachside Brighton East family home has undergone a highly considered renovation designed to optimise its sundrenched north-facing rear aspect and enhance contemporary liveability while honouring its bespoke circa-1959 modernist origins.
Privately set on 460 square metres*, the landmark double-storey semi-detached residence is notable for its striking projecting brickwork façade, crazy-paved verandah, and monochromatic colour scheme. The bespoke designer fit-out is introduced with a geometric patterned front door which opens to an entry hall with original custom timber joinery and polished hardwood flooring. Positioned at the front of the home, the formal living room has a wood fireplace, and original glass sliding doors, which echo the front door's geometric pattern, allow for this space to be utilised as a cosy retreat. Re-configured and extended, the open plan family living and entertaining space celebrates contemporary designer style with hydronic-heated polished concrete floors and expansive floor to ceiling glass walls, the north facing wall is an aluminium-framed double glazed bi-folding wall which seamlessly connects to the wraparound alfresco deck and fully tiled solar-heated in-ground swimming pool. Broad cantilevered eaves provide summer shade and invite winter sunshine, and a built-in daybed with custom cushioning and in-built storage endorses the home's elegant minimalist aesthetic and effortless functionality. Customised 'in-situ' concrete constructed benchtops and rendered splashback introduce the culinary space equipped with, a 700mm Smeg oven and induction cooktop below a Qasair rangehood, and sleek joinery conceals an integrated Miele dishwasher and plenty of functional storage cabinetry including a sizeable appliance garage. A quartet of designer pendants defines the dining area, with built-in bar enhancing entertaining amenity, while directional downlights illuminate the home's gallery-like dimensions.
The four bedrooms and two bathrooms are upstairs including the breathtaking new master bedroom suite which incorporates a private north-facing balcony with neighbourhood treetop views, a five-star ensuite with a walk-in dual head shower with balcony access, a free-standing designer tub (Kartell Laufen) with black Astra Walker bath spout, and a Omvivo Corian twin vanity, plus a fitted Polimform walk-through robe. The original three bedrooms have been renovated and extended with new floor-to-ceiling aluminium framed windows offering verdant outlooks, while their character-rich built-in robes and joinery has been retained. Additional features include a renovated main bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiled shower recess, a downstairs powder room, a concealed laundry with external access, under-stair storage, integrated reverse cycle heating/cooling, a 50*sqm double garage with remote-operated doors and sideway access, and bin/bike storage.
Located in a tranquil, family-friendly street just metres to Hampton Street's Dendy Village shops and cafes, and in walking distance to Church Street, Brighton beach, Dendy Park, and prestigious schools including St. Leonard's College and Haileybury College.
*Approximate land size
