Iconic mid-century design

On a sweeping corner overlooking Charles Rooks Reserve, this wonderful mid-century home c1958 was designed by renowned architect David Hopkins (founding partner of ClarkeHopkinsClarke). Artfully restored, the well-designed interior retains its clean minimalist look with huge windows that blur the line between indoor-outdoor living spaces.<br/><br/>The considered floorplan reveals a generous living room and quiet reading nook featuring a cosy wood fire and quality timber floors, accompanied by a dining zone and sublime kitchen boasting exquisite Fibonacci terrazzo stone benchtops, handcrafted tiled splashbacks, quality appliances – including a Neff induction cooktop, Bosch oven, integrated dishwasher and microwave and excellent storage.<br/><br/>In a separate wing, discover three bright and airy bedrooms, enjoying peaceful garden views and use of the sleek family bathroom finished with a walk-in rain shower with discreet niches, a custom dual basin vanity and a separate powder room echoing the same designer style. A versatile family room/home office delivers extra space, complemented outdoors by a private backyard with an established garden and a covered alfresco zone that can be enjoyed any time of year.<br/><br/>You can say goodbye to high energy bills, with a comprehensive electrical upgrade. Highlights include split system air conditioning, partial double-glazed windows, LED lighting, rewired and an energy-efficient hot water heat pump all supported by a 13.3KW solar system on a north facing roof.<br/><br/>In a peaceful family neighbourhood walking distance from Mount Pleasant Road Primary School, zoned for top-ranking Vermont Secondary College, with swift access to Nunawading Train Station, Blackburn Lake Sanctuary, a wide range of local parks and recreational facilities, Brentford Square, major shopping centres and the Eastern Freeway/Eastlink.