84 Cochrane Street

Red Hill QLD 4059

A modern interpretation of the classic Queenslander, this reimagined Red Hill worker's cottage is a rare, architecturally resolved home where life unfolds entirely on one beautifully connected level.Designed by acclaimed architect James Russell, whose projects are sought after for their scarcity and enduring design intelligence, the residence is composed as a series of three distinct pavilions arranged around a central courtyard, creating a private, light filled sanctuary that dissolves the boundary between home and landscape.Set on a 506sqm parcel, the home flows across a free moving single level, where each pavilion opens inward to the courtyard while maintaining a sense of separation, privacy and purpose. The result is a residence that feels both expansive and intimate, contemporary yet timeless, and deeply attuned to its environment.Configured for families and entertaining, expansive sliders and picture windows draw in the northern light from dawn to dusk, framing lush greenery and encouraging natural cross ventilation through gentle, cooling breezes. Every major living space connects to the courtyard, reinforcing the home's indoor outdoor rhythm and effortless liveability.At the heart of the design, the courtyard becomes both sanctuary and social stage. It is a place for children to play safely, for mornings to begin beneath dappled light, and for afternoons to extend seamlessly into alfresco dinners with family and friends. Inside, a series of living and dining zones are anchored by custom joinery, integrated seating and generous stone benchtops, with the kitchen forming a natural gathering point within the central pavilion.Accommodation is thoughtfully zoned across five bedrooms and three bathrooms, enhancing both privacy and flexibility. The restored original structure forms a charming childrens wing with three front bedrooms. A separate rear pavilion creates a peaceful guest retreat, while the primary suite is its own private haven, complete with a luxurious ensuite featuring a sunken spa bath and a new Japanese toilet.Positioned in one of Brisbane's most coveted inner city enclaves, this is a rare example of true architectural residential design where layout, light and lifestyle are perfectly aligned. Just 300 metres to cafes, restaurants and shops, and 550 metres to the Paddington precinct, the location offers exceptional walkability. Bus transport is close by, Caxton Street and Suncorp Stadium are within easy reach, and families will appreciate the proximity to QUT, leading schools and the CBD.Features of this property include:- Pavilion-style architectural home transformed by Russell James- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, collection of living and dining zones- Primary suite featuring a built-in robe and sunken spa bath ensuite- Kitchen equipped with large benchtops and a new induction stove- Central courtyard and front verandah facilitating indoor-outdoor flow- Off-street parking, extensive storage, large internal laundry- Air-conditioning, cross-breezes and natural light across the home- 60m to bus stops, 300m to cafes and shops, 500m to Red Hill Cinema- 550m to the Paddington shopping and dining precinct, 3km to the CBD- 950m to Petrie Terrace State School, 1km to QUT, 1.7km to Grammar