Positioned amid approx. 1,680 sqm landscaped gardens with expansive city skyline views, this classic Hawthorn East Victorian boasts an award-winning architect designed transformation that honours its historical significance.

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Previously a Belgian consulate and later the Woodhouse Grove Girls’ finishing school, today the residence spans over 4 levels connected by both a lift and a car lift which takes vehicles downstairs to both the 8+ garage and the workshop. Features include soundproof cinema/entertainment space, 10-metre pool coped in silver galaxy stone, two gyms and flood lit north-south tennis court.  

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The home’s remodel by Star Architecture and Visioneer Builders has won a number of awards including Home of the Year at the 2019 HIA CSR Victorian Housing Awards.

Speaking to LUXURY LIST WEEKEND, Director Aleksandra Savic Rakocevic said, “Hawthorn East Residence provides the clients with a sublime home comprised of restrained geometric forms, open spaces, bold use of materials and an abundance of elegant natural light."

"The design seeks to create contrast - between old and new, cold and warm, and heavy and light."

"The imposing nature of the new structures and natural stone surfaces are balanced with the contrasting use of green walls and transparency provided by the large glazed surfaces utilised in the sliding doors opening the ground floor spaces to the exterior spaces and in the three-storey lift/stairwell tower."

"Along with the heritage frontage and a contemporary three-storey addition, the rear garden houses act as a collection of spaces linked through access and aesthetic design."

"These different ambients can be used as a private sanctuary or as an entertainment space for social gatherings, always providing a well oriented and ventilated space.”

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"I sold this property before it was renovated and am astounded by the improvement that the substantial extension has given the home," Jock Langley told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND. 

"It's extraordinary what they have been able to achieve and it’s as good as any property I’ve seen in Melbourne. They've remade the classic Victorian into an extravagant home for a luxury lifestyle, giving the property new dimension and significant scale in a contemporary modernist house. It's grand without being grandiose, marrying old and new seamlessly," he explained.

"Everything has been thought of, with smart house provision and efficiency making this a great turnkey option. And there's plenty of space, with multiple areas for lavish entertaining and for separation."

"Views from the top floor look across the city skyline and straight down St Kilda Rd to Bay glimpses. The tennis court is not only good for sport, but with the pavilion it is also ideal for entertaining."

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There are 5 bedrooms and multiple living spaces across the 4 levels of the home. 

Yet the grand dimensions have become inviting rather than imposing due to the inspired adoption of natural materials, which are complementary in heritage of old and new, stone and glass, classic and contemporary.

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The energy efficient fully networked smart home offers keyless entry and excellent security. 

Close to Auburn Village and Camberwell Junction, many of Melbourne’s finest schools are within easy reach.

Source: Abercrombys

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