5 Redmond Street, Kew, Vic 3101

Perfectly placed by the idyllic Yarra River, this masterful piece of modernist architecture sees a brilliant reimagining afford contemporary comfort and ease while retaining the timeless charm of its 1984 design. With widespread recognition leading to his appointment as co-designer of the Arts Centre Melbourne’s ‘NGV Contemporary’, Richard Stampton’s 2013 reinterpretation of Czech-Seidel House centres around preservation of character, weaving in clever updates to gently carry Godfrey & Spowers’ design into the modern day. Award listed by ‘Houses’ magazine, a fluent plan enjoys seamless movement between levels, with warm brick and timber tones joined by soaring, exposed ceilings and extensive use of glass in forging a serene, cross storey ambiance. Enhanced with excellent storage and ensuite access to all four bathrooms, five considerable bedrooms are complemented by a selection of relaxing living spaces, with a quiet front lounge’s window recess and seat providing a sublime space to lose an afternoon in a novel. With views over river bushland to reach the city skyline, a broad upper terrace joins a wood fire and streams of all day sunlight in enriching an upstairs entertaining domain, while a first class Gaggenau kitchen with walk in pantry serves as a centre point between open family and dining areas. Its entire northern side covered by floor to ceiling glass, an airy main section steps seamlessly into a peaceful yard, with a considerable pool accompanied by an open air dining space and superb coverage of native plant life. With Louis Kahn inspired cross ventilation ensuring minimal reliance on cooling come summertime, additional highlights include a factory sized solar energy system, Tasmanian Myrtle herringbone floors, comprehensive heating/cooling, a full size laundry, alarm, video intercom, remote controlled external blinds, and a double garage. Nestled in one of Melbourne’s most adored lifestyle settings with river parks and trails mere steps away, it’s moments from a range of revered schools, popular cafés, renowned restaurants, and thriving nightspots, with buses, trams, and the Eastern Freeway ensuring a quick commute to the city centre.