Add CategoryTHE use of natural materials and angles in this inner northern suburbs home offers a point of difference while tastefully blending into the historic feel of the street.
Nelson Alexander, Fitzroy, sales director Arch Staver said the brick, wood and metal features of the facade touched on the warehouse living trend popular in the area but was not out of place with Victorian-era homes.
The outdoor entertaining zone is truly something special.Source:Supplied
The contemporary features are apparent throughout the home.Source:Supplied
“It is a nice contemporary residence,” Mr Staver said.
“I think it is a really good example of how people want to live today.
“It has a really distinctive contemporary feeling inside, with doors that slide into cavities, a wonderful kitchen, hydronic heating and evaporative cooling.”
Open-plan living is on offer.Source:Supplied
The monochromatic kitchen features touches of timber.Source:Supplied
The light-filled, two-storey home at 23 Birkenhead St, Fitzroy North, features a “cook’s kitchen” with plenty of storage and an open-plan living area.
This overlooks the solar-heated swimming pool and spa, a private decked backyard, two studies and a rooftop terrace.
All bedrooms have robes, and there is an ensuite to the main.
The bedrooms provide a luxurious place to relax and unwind.Source:Supplied
The floorplan has an easy flow.Source:Supplied
“It’s a house built big enough for a family but is still intimate for a couple,” Mr Staver said.
“It will appeal to a range of people.”
The property is set to go under the hammer at 11am on March 25 and has price expectations of $2.25 million-plus.
Originally published as In a class of its own