Some homes meet expectations. Others invite you to pause, take in your surroundings, and recognise the care that has gone into every facet of design.
193 Diagonal Road belongs firmly in the latter.
There's a quiet confidence to this two-storey home. It balances bold architectural form with genuine warmth, and every space feels considered, from the flow of the interiors to a layout that responds to real life rather than just design trends.
The first impression is immediate. Crisp white lines meet rich timber detailing, and the private entry opens to interiors where light, scale, and texture set the tone.
At the centre, a double-height void draws the eye upward, framed by a curved staircase and a pendant installation that feels more like sculpture than lighting. It's a moment that quietly defines the home, memorable without needing to compete for attention.
The main living area is open and generous, with contemporary finishes softened by timber flooring and natural textures. The kitchen sits at the centre, thoughtfully designed with a substantial island, stone surfaces, high-quality appliance including a gas cooktop, and cabinetry that keeps everything in its place. Timber cladding and brushed-gold accents add warmth, while a long horizontal window brings the garden into daily view.
It's a kitchen made to be used, not simply admired. Open the doors and the living space naturally extends outdoors to a covered alfresco area becomes a true extension of the home, with built-in cabinetry, BBQ, ceiling fans, heating, and a private lawn just beyond. It's a space that adapts easily, whether you're hosting a long lunch, sharing drinks with friends, or simply enjoying a quiet evening.
Upstairs, the sense of openness continues. The landing curves around the central void, giving the upper level a feeling of space and light. A study or retreat offers a quiet spot to work or unwind, with an adjoining balcony that brings in fresh air and another view outdoors.
The main bedroom feels like a private retreat, with a walk-in robe and an ensuite finished in brushed-gold tapware, large-format tiling, and twin mirrors. Subtle lighting and a generous walk-in shower add a sense of calm and refinement.
Bedrooms two and three are generous in scale, each offering space and comfort. The main bathroom continues the thoughtful material palette, while the floor plan also includes a ground-floor powder room, separate laundry, and a double garage with remote entry. Altogether, the home offers around 229sqm of living and entertaining space, inside and out.
What makes this home special, though, isn't any single feature.
It's the way everything comes together.
The curve of the staircase. The timber against white. The changing natural light through carefully positioned glazing. The oversized bedrooms. The connection from kitchen to living to alfresco. The little details that keep revealing themselves as you move through the home.
And then there's the location.
Positioned in Warradale, the home puts you close to shopping, public transport, schools, cafés, the coast, and the city. It's a rare combination: architectural individuality with the everyday convenience that makes life easy.
Features:
Striking contemporary two-storey residence
Three generously proportioned bedrooms
Main suite with walk-in robe and designer ensuite
Two bathrooms plus ground-floor powder room
Expansive open-plan living and dining
Statement curved staircase beneath a dramatic double-height void
Sculptural cascading pendant lighting
Designer kitchen with large island bench and extensive cabinetry
Stone surfaces, timber detailing, and brushed-gold accents
Separate laundry with excellent storage
Upstairs study/retreat
Private upper-level balcony
Covered outdoor entertaining with built-in BBQ facilities
Ceiling fans and outdoor heating to the alfresco
Landscaped lawn and garden
Double garage with remote entry
Ducted climate control
Secure, private entry
