Inside the silver beach house designed by Alex Popov that's worth $12 million

Our search for the finest homes in the country takes us to Whale Beach, Bellevue Hill, City Beach and Noosa Heads this week.

Heading up our shortlist is a design marvel in Sydney by acclaimed architect Alex Popov.   

Whale Beach

$12 million

Bragging rights come gratis with this Alex Popov-designed residence at 207 Whale Beach Road, which boasts direct access to the beach and jaw-dropping ocean views.

Spanning four levels with premium finishes, the property includes a floating staircase in Canadian rock maple, a commercial-grade, stainless-steel kitchen, a mosaic-tiled heated pool and a top-floor retreat with a marble en suite.

Expressions of Interest close April 24 through David Edwards, of LJ Hooker Palm Beach.

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Bellevue Hill

$16 million

One of the first homes to be built in Bellevue Hill, Dawn at 73 Bulkara Road is a grand c1916 Federation mansion set on 1382 square metres with harbour views.

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A 1980s restoration led by the late architect Ian McKay has retained a magnificent showcase of original features, including leadlight bay windows, 3.4-metre-high ornate ceilings, gilded mirrors, marble fireplaces, crystal chandeliers and original timber floors. 

It’s for sale through Michael Pallier, of Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty.

73 Bulkara Road, Bellevue Hill NSW. ​
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City Beach 

$5.8 million +

This award-winning home by architect Pavlo Szyjan enjoys tree-studded views across City Beach parkland to the ocean.

Located at 3 Taworri Way, it’s packed with luxury features from the soaring, curved timber ceilings in the main living room to the marble kitchen, home theatre, and temperature-controlled wine cellar.

There’s also a lift, a pool and a double garage with a gym.

Expressions of Interest close April 24, through Ray White Dalkeith agent Vivien Yap.

3 Taworri Way, City Beach WA. Photo: Supplied

Noosa Heads

$9.5 million

You’ll feel like you’re on holiday 24/7 at 12 Noosa Parade, a north-facing riverfront home that comes with a pontoon, wet-edge pool and spa.

The five-metre high front door gives way to impressive open-plan living spaces with lofty ceilings and limestone floors.

Tom Offermann, of Tom Offermann Real Estate, has the listing. 

12 Noosa Parade, Noosa Heads QLD. Photo: Supplied