Sir John Marks

Positioned just metres from the lake, this custom-built residence by SV Built is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and refined design. Conceived as a sophisticated yet highly functional home for a family, young professional, retirees or anyone looking for a luxury house by the water, it balances bold architectural elements with an inviting sense of warmth and comfort.

A palette of premium materials defines the home's aesthetic, with black-stained oak flowing seamlessly from the flooring into bespoke joinery and travertine on the entrance and framing the feature fireplace, reinforcing a sense of cohesion and understated luxury. The carefully curated interior layout offers an effortless connection between private and shared spaces, openness and endless storage. The ground floor master suite, with its generous walk-in robe and elegantly appointed ensuite, serves as a secluded retreat, while the upper level is dedicated to flexibility — three additional bedrooms, a three-way bathroom, and a retreat with a kitchenette cater to evolving family needs.

At the core of the design is an emphasis on social connection. The open-plan living is anchored by a curved stone island and given a sense of space and grandeur by the elevated coffered ceiling, softened by ambient lighting and complemented by a gorgeous gas fireplace. The kitchen, fitted with Miele appliances and an adjoining butler's pantry, is seamlessly integrated into the architecture, creating a setting that is as functional as it is beautiful. Extending beyond the interior, the alfresco space, complete with a built-in barbeque, encourages year-round entertaining, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.

The second living upstairs is greeted by large full-height windows overlooking the gums of the vegetated island of the street, providing a perfect spot to relax, unwind and make use of the kitchenette bar that adjoins this space.

This house was built to an exceptional standard, from its LVL timber framework, 32MPa concrete foundations, double termite treatment systems, oak feature timber throughout, natural stone entrance and fireplace, western red cedar garage and front doors, Diamond Mix decorative concrete and German appliances, to its high-end fixtures and fittings throughout.

white kitchen with curved fluted island, stone benchtop and sculptural pendant — Sir John Marks

two-storey rendered facade with timber garage door and full-height windows — Sir John Marks

street view of white rendered home with cantilevered upper level and timber garage — Sir John Marks

living room with ribbed black sideboard, round coffee table and palm — Sir John Marks

living corner with framed artwork, fluted media unit and full-height windows — Sir John Marks

white kitchen with curved stone island, fluted base and window splashback — Sir John Marks

white kitchen with stone benchtops, induction cooktop and slim window splashback — Sir John Marks

living room with travertine two-way fireplace and curved bouclé sofa — Sir John Marks

travertine-clad gas fireplace with marble coffee table and bouclé sofa — Sir John Marks

outdoor alfresco kitchen with stainless barbecue, rangehood and bar fridge — Sir John Marks

laundry with stone benchtop, marble splashback and sliding door to courtyard — Sir John Marks

open-plan kitchen, dining and living with herringbone oak floor and stone island — Sir John Marks

dining and living opening to courtyard through stacker sliding doors — Sir John Marks

butler's pantry with white cabinetry, stone benchtops and window splashback — Sir John Marks

ensuite with freestanding bath, stone-look tiles and twin backlit mirrors — Sir John Marks

upstairs landing with herringbone oak floor and stone-top wet bar — Sir John Marks

study with black built-in shelving, white cabinetry and timber desk — Sir John Marks

upstairs living retreat with full-height windows and herringbone oak floor — Sir John Marks

sitting room with full-height windows framing leafy street view — Sir John Marks

ensuite with freestanding bath, round backlit mirror and walk-in shower — Sir John Marks

entry foyer with timber pivot door and herringbone oak floor — Sir John Marks

master bedroom with full-height windows, pendant lights and carpeted floor — Sir John Marks

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