Prestige Property: 32 Wentworth Street, Dover Heights, NSW
Panoramic ocean views elevated to new heights.
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Perched on a dramatic clifftop location comes this architectural masterpiece that commands ocean views to the horizon and western views across to the city’s landmarks.
Crafted by award-winning designers Hare & Klein, ‘The Edge House’ uses a tempered palette of colours, polished concrete and light timber flooring and high-end finishes throughout to deliver a family home at the forefront of contemporary style.
Across three levels comes 4-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, and 1-car parking. On the ground floor is the open plan living areas to the entertainment terrace and the lawned gardens, complete with infinity pool and views of the ocean.
It’s also on the ground floor that the kitchen is located with its generous marble island and butler’s pantry complete with high-end appliances. A climate-controlled wine cellar is tucked away while the family room enjoys bespoke cabinetry throughout.
Upstairs, the first floor sees three of the bedrooms, each complete with custom cabinetry. East facing bedrooms have access to the large, wrap-around terrace which hosts an outdoor cinema. Yes, outdoor cinema.
The top floor of the residence is devoted to the master bedroom suite with a floor-to-ceiling window bringing in streams of light. The west-facing dressing room takes on breathtaking views and has been designed as a space to enjoy. Also here is the ensuite with its custom marble vanity, sauna and porthole with glimpses of Bondi.
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac the home is nearby to North Bondi and Bondi Beach and offers the best of the Eastern Suburbs’ eateries and lifestyle.
The listing is with Mark Goldman of Sydney Sotheby’s International (+61 411 193 299). POA; sydneysothebysrealty.com
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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
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