A uncommon and fantastically designed architectural residence in Prahran has simply hit the market.
Initially created by acclaimed design duo Ritz & Ghougassian as Gilad Ritz’s own residence, this hanging residence has been fastidiously maintained by present house owners Ben Esakoff and James Vivian, co-owners of the Toorak-based skincare clinic James Vivian.
The couple first found the house by means of an unconventional route. ‘We purchased this residence straight off the earlier house owners, Gill and Laurelle’ James explains. ‘Gill places the Ritz in Ritz & Ghougassian, and this was one of many first houses they created’.
‘Having lengthy admired their work, we despatched a message someday saying, “Tell us if you happen to ever need to promote your house.” We bought it shortly after’ Ben and James share.
Outlined by its seamless indoor-outdoor connection and powerful architectural traces, this residence exudes consolation and tranquillity. Its towering brick partitions create a non-public sanctuary, whereas the courtyard’s lush greenery brings an natural softness to the structured design. The house can be a testomony to high quality craftsmanship, with fastidiously thought-about particulars akin to heated flooring in winter, plentiful built-in storage, and soundproofed interiors that supply full peace from the bustling world exterior.
Past its hanging structure, the situation is an simple drawcard. ‘Residing metres from Andrew McConnell’s Morning Market is deliciously handy,’ James admits. Prahran’s vibrant group, with its top-tier eating places, boutiques, and parklands, is correct on the doorstep, providing the proper mix of city comfort and residential tranquillity.
For Ben and James, promoting this house is bittersweet. They moved in in direction of the tip of Melbourne’s lockdowns, drawn to the safety and completeness of the area. ‘The necessity for us to have someplace dependable, completed, and safe was extraordinarily necessary to us’ they clarify. Now, nonetheless, they’re prepared for a brand new problem—this time, taking up their very own renovation mission.
Greater than only a home, it is a fastidiously curated area that has been deeply cherished by every of its house owners. ‘Fairly than lacking Highbury Grove, we’ll be perpetually grateful to have taken care of this residence for the time that we did’ Ben and James mirror.
With its impeccable design and prime location, this property affords a uncommon likelihood to personal a dream up to date residence in considered one of Melbourne’s most sought-after suburbs.
39 Highbury Grove Prahran is listed with Kay & Burton. Expressions of curiosity shut Tuesday 25 March at 5pm.
