As this opulent, David Hicks-designed penthouse is launching to the local and international market in South Melbourne, we couldn’t resist sharing a little glimpse into how the other half lives! Featuring 360-degree views of the city, Albert Park Lake, and Port Phillip Bay, this breathtaking apartment is located in the exclusive 74 Eastern Road building by luxury developer, GURNER.
The 545sqm penthouse spans three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a powder room, a kitchen, multiple living zones, an office, and a separate retreat, along with a wrap-around balcony and private rooftop pool with stunning city views.
Completed in 2018, the space was designed by the well known interior designer David Hicks, whose work graces the interiors of some of Melbourne’s most expensive luxury private homes and apartments.
GURNER founder and director Tim Gurner says that this residence holds a special place in his heart. “74 Eastern Road, and the penthouse in particular, is one of my favourite collaborations with David Hicks. I remember many late nights working with David to fully customise every single element, down to every piece of furniture within the home,” Tim says.
“The building is unique in that it is surrounded by incredible Victorian terrace homes and tree-lined streets, with the most amazing city skyline views that will never be built out,” he continues.
“For me it is all about that incredible window line where you can stand at one end of the penthouse and see all the way down the 50m length to the other end of the penthouse; something that truly cannot be replicated.”
The penthouse is unquestionably the pinnacle of luxury, boasting a range of high-end features, such as a custom designed butler’s pantry, automated blinds and entertainment system, and electric and gas log fires.
The apartment also contains $100,000 of custom Italian marble used throughout; across every wet area, piece of joinery, and custom feature. The chevron-cut American Oak floorboards further emphasise this air of grandeur. In addition, an in-built hidden wine bar and wine fridge – behind feature glass mirrors – facilitates many a perfect evening spend unwinding with a drink, looking out over those unbelievable CBD views.
Of course, the no-expense-spared mindset means that this penthouse doesn’t exactly come cheap; it is being sold via expressions of interest with a $5.5m-to-$6m price guide, through GURNER and Michael Paproth from The Agency.
“This is a truly one of a kind penthouse – garden-side, lakeside, cityside and waterside; there is nothing left wanting from either the location or the immaculately designed interiors,” Michael says. “David Hicks has left an indelible mark on this penthouse – it’s a masterpiece of considered design.”
The penthouse is part of GURNER’s 74 Eastern Road development in South Melbourne, which was designed by a star-studded architectural line up of Elenberg Fraser, Jack Merlo, and David Hicks.
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