22-24 Kent Court

Toorak VIC 3142

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Cave House, recipient of the 2006 Victorian Residential Architecture Award, redefines residential design through an origami-inspired vision by McBride Charles Ryan, set at the end of a tightly held cul-de-sac within landscaped, resort-style grounds by Rick Eckersley. Conceived as a private compound, its sculptural form folds across oversized planes of glass, the facia is pulled up and down to exclude or include views and sunlight. The ceiling follows by bending and arching, enclosing the ground floor living spaces in a cave-like fashion. So light, shadow and greenery constantly shift the mood of each space while maintaining complete privacy. A five-bedroom, five-bathroom configuration is enhanced by four living zones and three fitted studies, which allows the layout to adapt as needs change, while garaging for up to seven vehicles and expansive outdoor infrastructure reinforce its status as a substantial and peerless family domain in one of Melbournes most exclusive pockets.

A formal sitting and dining room introduces the lower level, defined by deep-toned finishes, a wood-burning fireplace and full-height glazing that draws the landscaped terraces into view. Open living and dining extend from here, supported by a Miele-appointed kitchen with a Gaggenau steamer, Liebherr refrigeration and butlers pantry. An additional casual wing adds further space and amenity, including a custom sunken lounge, a rumpus room, and an integrated kitchenette. Upstairs, three ensuite bedrooms include a main suite with its own terrace, generous proportions and an adjoining retreat or study that connects directly to a central open-air platform wrapped in greenery. Two additional robed bedrooms are served by a central bathroom, while a separate studio introduces a far more flexible layer, complete with a concealed queen-sized hydrolic bed, its own bathroom and an independent double garage with separate entry, suited to guests, work or wellness.