These grand designs are hot property on the makeover market

There’s nothing quite like a long weekend to get you thinking about your next home improvement project.

To inspire you on your renovation journey, or help you find a “move-in ready home, we’ve rounded up the best renovated properties on the market.

View Living Senior Reporter, January Jones gives her pick of the property listings.

Melbourne: Renaissance revival-style in Carlton

Built in 1864, this Renaissance revival-style home in Carlton has been beautifully reimagined by award-winning interior designer Kate Challis. The property features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a luxe colour palette and private courtyard.

“The kitchen in this home is truly divine. Featuring a one-of-a-kind marble that has been used liberally on the island bench, splashback and benchtops, it makes this room the undeniable showstopper of the renovation.” January Jones, View Living Senior Reporter

Sydney: A luxurious Federation home in Mosman

This classic Federation home in Mosman is family living at its finest. The period home has been carefully restored to create a light-filled, open-plan residence. It features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a solar-heated pool and landscaped gardens.

“There are so many beautiful touches in this home that make it a cut above the average renovation. The shaker-style sage green kitchen is lovely, as is the wallpapered dining room. The reading nook in the lounge room is both cosy and stylish and so are the marble fireplaces.” January Jones, View Living Senior Reporter

Brisbane: A renovated Queenslander in Newmarket

This renovated Queenslander in Newmarket offers functional and chic family living in an elevated hilltop location. Built in the 1920s, the home retains many of its original period details along with a slew of contemporary updates. The property features five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a designer kitchen and swimming pool.

“There’s a lot to love about this renovation. It’s bright and airy, while also having a great sense of materiality and texture through the use of exposed brick, timber, vertical joint panelling and marble.” January Jones, View Living Senior Reporter

Hobart: A Victorian Georgian residence in Battery Point

Built circa 1878, ‘Vernon’ is a Victorian Georgian home located in Battery Point. The historic residence has undergone an extensive update to reimagine the home, while retaining many period details. The property features five bedrooms, three bathrooms, formal living room and fully-equipped kitchen with butler’s pantry.

“From the sage green entry to the deep teal dining room, the renovation of this home has pulled off the ultimate combination — contemporary style with period elegance” January Jones, View Living Senior Reporter

Adelaide: Victorian grandeur in North Adelaide

This Victorian bluestone villa in North Adelaide offers period grandeur with contemporary comforts. Built circa 1883, the two-level property features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, custom-built kitchen and entertainer’s terrace.

“The period details in this home are exquisite and it’s lovely to see they have been both retained and restored.” January Jones, View Living Senior Reporter