A Contemporary Beachside Pad Hits The Market
With panoramic ocean views, this Freshwater property is sure to make a splash.
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A contemporary waterfront pile, footsteps from the sands of Freshwater beach has just come on the market.
This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom, 3-car parking residence designed by award-winning architecture firm Brewster Hjorth spans three levels and maximises its coastal appeal through the use of raw timbers, off-form concrete, copper adornments and glazed glass doors and facades to soak in the incredible views.
The first-floor homes the open-plan kitchen, living and dining areas and is privy to high-ceiling and a glazed façade that overlooks the ocean. It’s also here that timber features of Spotted gum, Ebony and Oregon come to the fore.
The kitchen is replete with Marblo resin benchtops, stainless steel side benches alongside Gaggenau and Miele appliances. Also on this floor is the butler’s pantry, which offers temperature-controlled wine storage, a bathroom and a home office that can be converted into a guest room with a murphy bed.
Downstairs sees the bulk of the bedrooms, all of which enjoy built-in robes, alongside a home cinema, laundry, bathroom and storage room.
The master suite sits alone on the top floor and is privy to a walk-in-robe, ensuite and its own rooftop courtyard.
Also on the top level is the deck which offers panoramic watery views and is the ideal entertaining space with its own outdoor kitchen.
Further, two private rear courtyards are lined with a tropical garden, while a hot and cold outdoor shower is ideal for a post-swim rinse off.
Throughout the home sees a combination of terrazzo and timber flooring, which is all heated underfoot while a keypad entry and Sonos surround system round out the tech features.
Settled in the sought-after retreat of Freshwater Basin, the residence is a short stroll to Freshwater Village and Harbord Diggers and an easy walk to Manly beach.
The listing is with Clarke & Humel Property’s Michael Clarke (+61 402 425 486) and Mike Dunn +61 409 317 335). 48 Ocean View Road Freshwater, NSW, price guide, $10million.
This article was originally published by Robb Report ANZ
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There’s no shortage of design inspiration online but nothing beats the joy of spending an afternoon immersing yourself in a good interior design book. Edited, carefully curated and, above all, designed, these titles take you behind the scenes of some of the world’s most beautiful interiors in a considered way. Think of it like the difference between listening to a few tunes on Spotify versus releasing a thoughtfully crafted studio album. We’ve assembled our top six of interior design books on the market right now for your viewing and reading pleasure.
1. Interiors beyond the primary palette
Step inside the world of award-winning interior design duo Juliette Arent and Sarah-Jane Pyke in this, their first compendium of their work. A ‘best of’ over more than 15 years working together, it’s a masterclass in working with colour and pattern as seen through 18 projects from around the country. With a focus on the idea of home as sanctuary, this hefty tome offers insight into the mind of the designer with points on where to find inspiration, meeting client briefs and the importance of relationships. Thames & Hudson, $120
2 House of Joy
If there was ever a book title for our times, then this is it. With a subtitle of Playful Homes and Cheerful Living, this book champions fun in interior design, with bold and bright homes from around the world to delight and inspire. While there’s a good dose of the unexpected, like a disco ball in the garden, there’s no mayhem in these spaces. Instead, they’re beautifully executed to tempt even the most colour shy. Gestalten, $105
3. Abigail Ahern Masterclass
Some design books are beautiful to look at, and that’s it. This is not one of those books. A master of colour and pattern, UK designer Ahern offers a practical foundational guide to beautiful interiors, mixing form with function in her latest book, Masterclass. Find the inspiration you need to create a gorgeous home. HarperCollins, $65
4. Interiors Now!
Looking for a visual crash course in international design trends with longevity? This is the book for you. Featuring homes across the globe, from New York to Auckland via Avignon, the biggest dilemma for readers is settling on a style. Many of the projects are owned by designers and creatives, lending a dynamic edge to this tome, now in its 40th year. Taschen, $50
5. Home by the Sea
For many Australians, the ocean holds an almost hypnotic appeal. Home by the Sea by Natalie Walton lets you imagine, for a little while at least, what it’s like living the dream in a beach shack in Byron Bay. The book tours 18 homes in and around the region and the hinterland owned by artists, designers and makers. With photography by Amelia Fullarton, it champions the good life. Hardie Grant, $60
6. The Layered Interior
Released last year, this is the third volume from award-winning interior designer Greg Natale. Different in format from his earlier books, the eight projects featured are Australian but with a slight Euro-centric focus. The writing is conversational, almost intimate, inviting the reader into the most luxurious spaces beautifully captured by photographer Anson Smart. This coffee table tome is perfect for dreamers and doers alike. Rizzoli, $110
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