Unforgettable neighbouring Paddington properties
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Sep 6, 2018
Unforgettable neighbouring Paddington properties
Two amazing homes constructed by Graya Construction are currently for sale in Paddington, Brisbane by Matt Lancashire, principal of Ray White New Farm.
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Image supplied by Ray White New Farm29 Rockbourne Terrace, Paddington for sale by Matt Lancashire of Ray White New Farm, as featured on Luxury List -
Image supplied by Ray White New Farm33 Rockbourne Terrace, Paddington for sale by Matt Lancashire of Ray White New Farm, as featured on Luxury List
The homes, Rhondda and Woodrock, are neighbouring properties, both owned by Rob Gray and Andrew Gray of Graya Construction.
The brothers lovingly renovated Rhondda, and constructed Woodrock from the ground up, at the same time.
Matt Lancashire, principal of Ray White New Farm told WILLIAMS MEDIA both homes were marketed together, and there was a huge social media push.
“We did a teaser pre launch which went nuts, with 300,000 views online," said Mr Lancashire.
“We have subsequently had over 400 groups through both properties in two open homes."
Rhondda, which was originally built in the early 1900s is a beautiful Queenslander that has had a modern, tasteful, contemporary renovation.
The renovation was architecturally designed by new, cutting edge architects, Myers Ellyett.
“There is lots of use of freeform concrete, and blending concrete with traditional features is really hard but they have nailed it."
Mr Lancashire said all bedrooms are on one level, which is great for a family.
29 Rockbourne Terrace, Paddington for sale by Matt Lancashire of Ray White New Farm, as featured on Luxury List
Unlike Rhondda, Woodrock is a new build, on a corner block.
“It’s a pure entertainer. It has a four car garage which is hugely unique for inner city properties in Brisbane.
“The floor plan is unbelievable with the integration of inside and outside."
Rob Gray and Andrew Gray of Graya Construction bought the properties with the plan to resell once construction finished.
Rob Gray told WILLIAMS MEDIA the name Rhondda came from the original owners who were of Welsh heritage.
“The house was sitting on the middle of two blocks and was moved across and renovated," said Mr Gray.
“We were looking to create something which Paddington hadn’t seen before."
The brothers worked with up and coming architects Myers Ellyett “who had done some amazing stuff in New Farm, putting a modern take on a Queenslander, but keeping all the traditional elements”.
“The standout to me is the main kitchen, living, and dining connection to the backyard.
“It’s a living hub for the whole family, and it feels massive and open with a 3.5m concrete ceiling.
“The existing wrap around decks are also a draw card as the whole household will have access to it.”
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Woodrock is at the opposite end of the scale compared to Rhondda.
Mr Gray said he didn’t want the homes to compete with each other so they each have a completely different style.
33 Rockbourne Terrace, Paddington for sale by Matt Lancashire of Ray White New Farm, as seen on Luxury List
“We always had the idea of selling both homes at the same time to two different buyers.
“Woodrock is dark and unique. It’s architectural, out there, and head turning.
“The brief we gave the architect Tim Stewart, was to design something no one has ever seen before, and he absolutely nailed it as there is definitely nothing like it in the street.
“If you drive past the house you won't forget it, and you still see people stop and stare which is exactly what we wanted.”
Mr Gray said the finishes and the material colour palette is hardy with the brick, hardwood timbers, and concrete.
“It is a maintenance free home. It will still look exactly the same in 30 years time, and that is what we were after.”
Mr Lancashire said “the great thing about Brisbane is we haven't seen a boom like Sydney and Melbourne”.
“Generally when you don't see a boom there is no bust.
“We have had good steady long term growth."
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Mr Lancashire said spring is historically the busiest selling time as more stock comes on to the market.
29 Rockbourne Terrace, Paddington during renovations. Image supplied by Graya Construction.
“However in Brisbane of late there is still a limited amount of stock, hence it is a sellers market.
“Good quality properties in good locations will always do well.
“I don’t see any sign of the market slowing down in the next few months, it will be a very busy time leading into Christmas.”
“Brisbane is quiet undervalued compared to Sydney and Melbourne,” Mr Lancashire continued.
“We are seeing migration north from neighbouring states.”
Mr Lancashire said he is also seeing a large portion of the expat market coming back to Brisbane, particularly in the last six months.
“I have sold to three expats in the last two months, and a lot are originally Brisbane residents, who are working for global companies.
“Some aren’t coming home yet but are wanting to buy now, and rent out the properties.
“People are wanting to put money into property rather than shares.”
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