A Rare Sydney Penthouse Takes Luxury To New Heights
Boasting incredible panoramic views of Sydney Harbour.
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Penthouses, by nature, draw on lofty notions of living (literally) taken to new luxurious heights.
The penthouse of the Harrington Collection in the heart of Sydney’s The Rocks illustrates such ascendant notions perfectly, boastings some of the most intimate views across city rooftops, to the icons of Sydney Harbour and beyond.
The 483sqm 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom, 3-car parking residence spans two levels and sees a heightened level of design by international design firm FJMT and while the meticulous interiors were curated by Australian designer David Hicks, with close attention paid to the heritage elements of the Harrington Street site.
Within, expect a stunning interplay of light and space through floor to ceiling windows combined with a light palette of timber joinery, herringbone oak floors and the Harrington Collection’s signature monolithic stone featured throughout.
The expansive living zone features an open fireplace and is complemented by an entertainer’s kitchen and butler’s pantry — fitted with premium Wolf appliances, including gas cooktop, wall oven, steam oven, warming drawer, Miele integrated dishwasher, Subzero integrated fridge, freezer and wine fridge. The butler’s pantry is also appointed with a second Miele dishwasher and Subzero under bench wine fridge.
Complementing the living zone is an expansive 139sqm terrace that includes a spa, integrated barbecue and landscaped garden beds — ideal for entertaining and enjoying the panoramic harbour views.
Further, the residence sees three-bedroom sanctuaries — each with a sumptuous ensuite fitted with marble tiling — with the master also boasting a walk-in robe and dressing room. A fourth bedroom or home office is fitted with a bathroom, wet bar and Subzero wine fridge.
As part of the Harrington Collection, the residence sees a full-time concierge alongside a common entertainer’s rooftop terrace, lounge area, kitchen and bar.
The property is with David Highland (+61 405 735 735) of Highland Double Bay, with a price guide of $40 million. Highlandproperty.com.au
This stylish family home combines a classic palette and finishes with a flexible floorplan
Just 55 minutes from Sydney, make this your creative getaway located in the majestic Hawkesbury region.
Ever wondered what it takes to create a car like the Maserati? Meet the German designer taking on an Italian icon.
3 min
Klaus Busse would like you to close your eyes and imagine yourself behind the wheel of a Maserati. Picture the GranTurismo, which launched in Australia in 2024. Where do you see yourself? Chances are, Busse suggests, it’s not during the school pick-up or commuting to the office.
“You’re probably on a wonderful road in Tuscany, or Highway 1, or you’re going to a red carpet event,” says Busse, who holds the enviable title of Head of Design at Maserati, the iconic Italian car manufacturer. “Basically, it’s about emotion.”
At the luxury end of the market, the GranTurismo Coupe—priced between $375,000 and $450,000—is designed to transform the driving experience into something extraordinary. For Busse and his team, these “sculptures on wheels” are not just status symbols or exhilarating machines but expressions of pure joy. Their mission is to encapsulate that feeling and translate it into their cars.
“I really feel the responsibility to create emotion,” he says. “We have a wonderful word in Italy: allegria, which is best translated as ‘joyful.’ Our job as a brand is to lift you into this area of joy, perfectly positioned just short of ecstasy. It’s that tingling sensation you feel in your body when you drive the car.”
Even as 60 percent of the world’s population now lives in urban areas, Maserati’s design ethos captures the essence of “everyday exceptional.” Whether navigating city streets or open roads, a Maserati turns heads without being ostentatious or aggressive. “I’ve driven these cars all over the world, and no matter where I go, people smile at me and give a thumbs-up,” says Busse.
Since joining Maserati in 2015, Busse has reimagined and redefined the brand, steering his team through the reinvention of classic models and the transition to electric vehicles. Iconic designs like the Fiat 500, which entered the EV market in 2020, serve as a testament to Maserati’s ability to blend tradition with innovation.
Unlike other luxury car brands, Maserati embraces radical change with new designs every 10 to 15 years. Busse loves connecting with fans who follow the brand closely. He explains that each Maserati model reflects a specific era, from the elegant 35GT of the 1950s to the wedge-shaped designs of the 1970s and the bold aesthetics of the 1980s.
“I often ask fans, ‘What is Maserati for you?’ because their responses tell me so much about how they connect with the brand,” he shares.
Inspired by legendary Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, Busse balances tradition with modernity in his designs. As Giugiaro once told him, “We always do the best in the moment.” This philosophy resonates deeply with Busse, who believes in honouring the past while embracing future possibilities.
Through advances in technology, techniques, and societal trends, Busse ensures Maserati remains at the forefront of automotive design. For him, the creative process is more than just a job—it’s a way to create joy, connection, and timeless elegance.
This stylish family home combines a classic palette and finishes with a flexible floorplan
Just 55 minutes from Sydney, make this your creative getaway located in the majestic Hawkesbury region.
