13 Banksia Avenue

Beaumaris VIC 3193

Unique, historic & architecturally striking with Bay views
Prepare to appreciate the fine design & Bay views of this extended three or four bedroom abode, designed in 1957 by Polish architect, Tad Karasinski as his own home. Described by architectural purists as a ‘flat-roofed, glass-walled elevated box in the best European modernist tradition’, this unique house once appeared in Australian Home Beautiful featuring renowned architects’ own homes. Renovated and extended in keeping with its distinctive look, top floor living includes a stylish kitchen with European appliances, glass splash backs and a walk in pantry leading to one of the home’s four balconies. With floor to ceiling north facing windows, ply detail walls and parquetry timber floors, the primary living and dining zone opens out to a sensational alfresco patio with bay views. A sky-lit hallway reveals a clever study nook whilst leading off it is the central bathroom, second bedroom with built in robes and long balcony, and master BR with WIR, renovated ensuite and access to the fourth upper level balcony. A second staircase leads downstairs to a third bedroom in the same shape and size of bedroom two.. The second living is currently set up as a substantial home office and enjoys independent access to the front and double doors leading to the magnificent rear alfresco zone with shade sail, and extensively landscaped garden surrounds including elevated lawns, built in timber seating & water features. Just a block or so from the beach, if you are seeking a unique and most notable architectural residence, inspect this home at once. Note: Ground floor entry foyer with crazy paved marble tiles and deep, concealed cellar. Also includes: 4 x 500 litre water tanks; carport & extra off-street parking; air conditioning to Living/Dining, Bedroom two and three, and 1.5 KW grid connected solar power system.