16 Lawrence Street, Brighton

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Step out of the past into the future in a location to last a lifetime. Situated in a highly-sought period-perfect streetscape just two blocks from Church St., this architect-renovated Victorian villa reinterprets heritage beauty in dynamic contemporary style with a sunny low maintenance courtyard garden.

Opening up beyond a brand new traditional weatherboard facade to offer a textural mix of zinc, render and brick, this cutting-edge home steps up over two storeys to offer cleverly-conceived three bedroom plus study, two bathroom accommodation with spacious living and today's lifestyle in separate lounge and dining areas around a scene-stealing Miele kitchen.

Style, attention to detail and Quality were all in mind during this complete renovation shown by use of double glazed windows, genetically modified Bamboo, centralised Internet/data cabinet hidden from view in living area with data and telephone ports in each room, Caesar stone bench tops, Miele kitchen, extensive custom built cabinetry & Spotted Gum hardwood floors. This completely re-stumped home comes with 7 year builders warranty for your piece of mind.

Bespoke-finished with thick stone benchtops topping an angular kitchen island and wall-hung vanities and WCs floating in fully-tiled bathrooms, this benchmark design showcases innovative detail that goes well beyond the expected prestige fittings (including alarm, zoned heating and air-conditioning and fully-automated watering).

In this exceptional home, sleek cabinetry tucks discreetly into streamlined walls ...then makes a statement in graphic style around the gas-log fireplace in the principal living zone. Traditional timber floors transform into streamlined steps, while chunky sisal-style carpets add textural impact. Most importantly, expertly designed garden spaces step back behind off street parking to add entertaining space accessed from the living area via bi-fold doors.

A rare period beauty with an eye to the future, this is a triumph of contemporary and heritage design in the heart of Brighton.