Top architect-designed homes on sale, including one featured on Restoration Australia
Walking into an architect-designed home you can feel the difference.
The rooms may be orientated to catch the light, the interior space is thoughtfully considered and the home is a delight to occupy.
Some stunning properties around the country on the market today stand apart from other homes because an architect has been brought into the job of creating a great home. Here are some of the best for sale.
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If you can’t decide between the appeal of a country cottage or a modern farmhouse style, this property in the NSW Southern Highlands may be for you.
Originally known as St Matthew’s Anglican Church of East Kangaloon the circa 1902 structure has been given a stunning makeover by Melbourne-based Whiting Architects.
Today it stands as a four-bedroom home spread over the original building and a new wing.
Particularly impressive is the open-planned living, dining and kitchen area housed within the original church and featuring soaring ceilings. It is listed for sale for $3.6 million through Di Jones.
Fishing for compliments
If this home looks familiar that is because you may have seen it recently on the home design show Restoration Australia.
The work of Studio Prineas this waterfront property in the Sydney harbourside suburb of Birchgrove effortlessly melds the historical and the contemporary.
The living and dining areas feature industrial-style exposed steel beams that follow the grid of the original cottage.
A harbourside pool lets you exercise with a view. It is listed with Expressions of Interest through Sydney Sothebys.
Sun lover
Heading north, this Gold Coast home has been designed to make the most of outdoor living and warmer climates.
Think walls of floor-to-ceiling windows that can be opened to bring the outside in.
Double-height ceilings in the central kitchen and living area allow for a good flow of air, creating a natural cooling system.
The Burleigh Heads property, the work of Tim Stewart Architects, is for sale for offers over $4.1 million through Coastal Real Estate.
Pure pedigree
This is one for the design buffs. Yes its exxy with a $21 million to $23 million price guide, however, you are getting a design name and spectacular home in this property in Melbourne’s pricey Toorak.
Designed in 1965 by renowned architect Guildford Bell it is a landmark riverfront property that sits within extensive gardens.
While the ‘good bones’ of the original design still stand, the modern interiors feature the best in luxury living including two Euro cave wind fridges and four Miele ovens in the kitchen.
It is for sale through Marshall White Stonnington.
Southern star
An open fireplace and amazing views are inviting but it is the overall design appeal of this Tassie home that gives it real appeal.
The pavilion-style property, conceived by architect Nathan Crump and built by Overland Builders, is influenced by both Scandinavian and mid-century design.
The main pavillion offers stunning high ceilings, polished concrete flooring and acres of glass to take in the surroundings.
Connected by a covered deck, the second pavilion houses another bedroom with amazing views and an ensuite bathroom.
The three-bedroom home 50 minutes from Hobart CBD is listed with The Agency with a price guide of $3 million plus.
