Whether you’re looking for a high-end inner-city abode or an estate in the countryside, there’s something for everyone in this line-up of some of Australia’s best prestige homes.
Designed by, and home to, renowned Sunshine Coast building designer Chris Clout, this eye-catching residence delivers on Clout’s internationally recognised resort-style approach with a hotel-worthy pool, a home theatre, beers on tap at a full-sized bar, and tennis, golf and basketball facilities. Noosa hinterland and ocean views are the icing on the cake.
This inspired design from Three C Architects showcases concrete, passive solar credentials and river views across two decadent levels. Features include a floating concrete-and-steel staircase, an internal lift, Tasmanian blackwood ceilings, Thibaut wallpaper, indoor and outdoor fireplaces and a Spanish stone kitchen with Gaggenau and Liebherr appliances.
With interiors by Harper Lane Design and landscaping by Formed Gardens, this beautifully presented Federation home offers a family-friendly floor plan. There’s a choice of living spaces, an upper-level parent’s retreat, a pool and a self-contained studio.
Taking cues from Europe’s finest villas, this Rob Mills-designed home comes with elegant formal living spaces, a wine cellar, a home theatre and a pool.
No doubt the heart of this five-bedroom home is its heated lap pool – a perfect space for the family to gather and kids to roam free. There are awe-inspiring views of the Brisbane skyline to be seen from every front room and balcony. Plus, a stately stairway and double-height foyer leave a lasting impression.
This Palm Springs-inspired home is the result of a successful collaboration between One Up Building, interior designer Olive & Green and landscape designer Nelson Thomas. Surrounded by a low-maintenance garden with a pool and spa, the split-level home features Italian terrazzo floors and walls of glass to make the most of the northerly aspect.
There is room for the family to spread out at this five-bedroom home set on a 1347-square-metre lot a five-minute walk from the ferry wharf and three minutes from Kingsford Smith Oval and tennis courts. It has both formal and casual living spaces, the latter spilling out to an entertainer’s terrace overlooking manicured gardens and a pool.
Set within the coveted Ascot State School catchment and only five kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD, this family-sized residence comes with a pool and wraparound decks capturing Hamilton Hill and river views. The expansive, open-plan living spaces at the entry level are perfect for large gatherings, while a huge rumpus room on the lower level has space for a billiard table.
Live the high life at this Elenberg Fraser-designed penthouse which claims views stretching from Albert Park Lake and Port Phillip Bay to the city skyline. Boasting interiors by David Hicks and Jack Merlo landscaping, the apartment spans 545 square meters with a marble kitchen adjoining a huge living and dining space, a second lounge room, two bedroom wings and a private pool.