This suburban home from the 1950s hides a VERY modern three-bedroom oasis with a formal lounge, ‘dream’ entertaining space and a stunning pool
- A red brick house purchased by vendors in 2009 has been transformed to fit three bedrooms and two baths
- An open-plan living, dining and kitchen space sits back from an entertaining timber deck and large lap pool
- It’s expected to sell well at auction on Saturday, November 16, because of the level of interest in it
- Interest has been mainly shown from young, first home buyers, rather than families or singles
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A 1950s red brick house has been completely transformed into a three-bedroom oasis complete with a lap pool, an entertainer’s dream deck and a formal lounge.
The ‘Kool House’ on Koolunda Avenue, in Woodville South, South Australia, was bought in 2009 for $292,800 by the current owners.
But as the family grew they needed more than a two-bedroom house and began looking to sell their first home, realestate.com.au reported.
A 1950s red brick house has been completely transformed into a three-bedroom oasis complete with a lap pool, an entertainer’s dream deck and a formal lounge
While the owners could have easily just packed up and left behind ‘a home of strong bones and with a prime position overlooking Woodville Oval’ they decided to renovate instead.
They called on local architect Sally Wilson and builder Craig Berryman in 2015 and asked for an extra bedroom extension as well as practical open-plan editions to the living areas.
The extension makes the most of a northern orientation and sunlight by placing a solar heated pool just beyond the new-age timber decking and dining room.
While the owners could have easily just packed up and left behind ‘a home of strong bones and with a prime position overlooking Woodville Oval’ they instead decided to renovate (the backyard pictured)
They called on local architect Sally Wilson and builder Craig Berryman in 2015 and asked for an extra bedroom extension (right) as well as practical open-plan editions to the living areas
If there is one thing that showcases the owner’s sense of style it’s the central kitchen with dashes of stainless steel and marine ply, a thick concrete slab benchtop propped up by breeze blocks and a hidden butler’s bar
An exposed brick wall and study nook signal the transition from renovated maisonette to an addition framed in concrete floors and plenty of pops of colour.
If there is one thing that showcases the owner’s sense of style it’s the central kitchen with dashes of stainless steel and marine ply, a thick concrete slab benchtop propped up by breeze blocks and a hidden butler’s bar.
With its own sense of privacy the master retreat sits behind a cavity sliding door, which once pulled back reveals its floating storage, walk-in rob, and an ensuite that combines the curves of its mirror and penny round tiles with a vanity steeped in a funky patterned shade of green.
With its own sense of privacy the master retreat sits behind a cavity sliding door, which once pulled back reveals its floating storage
Harris real estate agent Dijana Sladic wouldn’t be surprised if the house sells at auction on Saturday, November 16 (pictured is the dining and lounge room)
A second lounge sits close to the study nook so there are two places in which to entertain guests
The study nook is tucked away beyond the kitchen so people can work in peace while food is being prepared
The second bathroom, aside from the ensuite, has a shower and plenty of room to move around
The remaining bedrooms are much simpler in design but are no less impressive with wooden nooks to hold books and store accessories.
Harris real estate agent Dijana Sladic wouldn’t be surprised if the house sells at auction on Saturday, November 16.
‘We’ve had heaps of interest, especially online, with over 2000 views in less than five days,’ she said.
‘We’ve also had quite a few people through already and the feedback I’ve received is that it looks even better in real life then in the pictures.’