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High-end materials, custom design, thoughtful floor plans, architectural lighting, landscaped gardens, functionality and enviable locations: there are many reasons designer luxury homes are impressive. Here are five of our favourites for sale now.
32 Evans Street, Bronte, NSW
From its position on a prized corner block in Bronte, this c.1896 home honours the Evans Street Heritage Conservation Area status while accommodating contemporary living.
The rear of the home has been architecturally designed and features open-plan living with a skillion roof, custom cabinetry and concrete flooring. The upper floor includes skylights, a kids’ retreat and bedrooms.
There are multiple living options, including a media room, rumpus room and home office. Outside, there is an al fresco area with servery windows from the kitchen, a pool and established gardens.
515 Tucks Road, Shoreham VIC
Designed by award-winning Wolveridge Architects and brought to life by S. Smith Builders, “The Farm” sits on 20 hectares on the Mornington Peninsula.
The home’s spectacular setting has been integrated into the design, with framed window views and timber-lined ceilings.
High-end materials are used throughout, including stained Tasmanian oak cabinetry, Belgian French oak flooring, Austral Dream Dolomite, Pilbara Green Dolomite surfaces and a Dromana granite fireplace. The temperature-controlled, timber-lined wine cellar is also a highlight.
Outside, there is a private internal courtyard, a fully tiled 14-metre swimming pool and spa, indigenous planting, and mature native gums.
7 Dunraven Avenue, Toorak, VIC
This architect-designed home offers luxury living in a tree-lined enclave in Toorak.
The refined design was the result of a collaboration among Rob Mills, Nicholas Day and SJB’s Andrew Parr, who shaped the interiors.
Highlights include the grand staircase, open fireplaces, feature lighting in the living and dining areas, a stylish kitchen with a curved island, and large windows and sliding doors that admit natural light and open to an outdoor pergola and terrace.
A lift serves all three levels, from the basement garage to the first floor, which houses the bedrooms and offers city views.
13 Delecta Avenue, Clareville NSW
With waterfront views of Pittwater and within walking distance of Clareville Beach, the property’s location is a standout.
The home was designed by Stephen Lesiuk and built by Contemporary Builders, using simple, clean lines, rich tones and quality materials, including polished concrete, reclaimed spotted gum and solid timber shutters.
Set over two levels, the residence features high ceilings and extensive glazing that frame the water views and capture light.
Indoor-outdoor living is prioritised through an outdoor kitchen, al fresco areas and balconies.
5 Beaufort Lane, Clayfield, QLD
At the heart of this architecturally designed home lies a gourmet kitchen featuring a four-metre island bench, premium Ilve dual ovens, and a seven-burner gas cooktop with a Teppanyaki plate.
Queensland architect Noel Robinson has prioritised contemporary luxury and entertaining not only through the state-of-the-art kitchen but also through the outdoor Travertine terraces, gym, temperature-controlled wine cellar and a service dumbwaiter that connects the lower level directly to the main living level.
With views over Moreton Bay, the home also features high-end materials and fixtures, including oak panelling, decorative tray ceilings, and statement chandeliers.
