Why this house stands out from the residential crowd

Balmain put industrial heritage architecture on the map. But in a suburb known for its historic homes – mainly of the compact worker’s cottage variety – The Timber Mill stands out from the residential crowd.

What was once a humble but hardworking softwood mill on Beattie St is now a remarkable reimagined home thanks to the expertise of Carter Williamson Architects. Today the rustic warehouse is a freestanding three-storey house that is simultaneously an impressive gallery space, a secret sanctuary, and an architectural feat.

Listed with Cobden & Hayson duo Matthew Hayson and Rita Lopresti, the four-bedroom period property is expected to sell for around $6 million at its July 19 auction. According to Cotality records, the last time 106a Beattie St hit the market was in 2013 when it sold for $467,400, long before its monolithic transformation.

Sitting on a 255sq m block, the reimagined Balmain home has 245sq m of internal living space plus 131sq m of outdoor entertaining area.

The Timber Mill’s facade features a unique palette of steel, timber, and original brickwork that is an homage to the address’ industrial past. Throughout the home, there are more thoughtful nods to the building’s past such as the original industrial hopper that has been repurposed as a sculptural light fitting.

Tucked behind a cobblestone entry, the custom made timber pivot door opens to reveal an exceptional warehouse conversion.

A grand triple-height atrium makes a dramatic first impression, draws in oodles of natural light, while also highlighting the abundance of textures throughout; from reclaimed ironbark and polished concrete floors, to exposed beams and Corten steel surfaces.

Centre stage, anchoring the contemporary kitchen, there is a show-stopping 4m granite island bench, along with European appliances and a seamless flow through to the casual living and dining zone. This lower floor features a separate lounge room with seamless access to a private north-facing deck and established gardens. The lower level also houses a large family-friendly laundry and powder room.

Upstairs, there are four bedrooms including the primary suite with its lush treetop outlook, a wall of wardrobes, and a luxury ensuite inspired by a Turkish bathhouse. Both bathrooms and the powder room feature RogerSeller fixtures and mosaic floor to ceiling tiles.

Modern day additions that transplant the home into the 21st Century include underfloor heating, ducted and zoned air-conditioning, as well as a security system.

There is also rear lane access to a double garage and security.

On Beattie St, close to Ann Cashman Reserve, the rare residence is close to cafes, and is a short walk to bustling Darling St, its shopping and transport.

The Timber Mill at 106a Beattie St, Balmain will go to auction on July 19 with Cobden & Hayson agents, Matthew Hayson and Rita Lopresti.

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Why this house stands out from the residential crowd

Atlas Real Estate is reimagining how people connect with property, combining listings, market insights, local stories and lifestyle content in one destination for those buying, selling or simply exploring the market.