Industrial features give Yarralumla home its edge

9 Irwin Street, Yarralumla
High $1 million to early $2 millions
5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 parking spaces
Expressions of interest close on Wednesday, December 14, at 5pm
Inspect by appointment
Berkely Residential, Bill Lyristakis 0418 626 593

Now, here is a house with a bit of spunk. You sense it before you step through the front door, thanks to an edgy facade.

At the heart of this five-bedroom house at 9 Irwin Street in Yarralumla are the open-plan living areas around the kitchen.

An eye-catching marble island bench turned feature wall hints to the property’s luxurious detail. Dark cabinetry, a stainless steel splashback and black-framed floor-to-ceiling windows and doors create an industrial vibe warmed by natural light and timber floors.

Shared spaces include a living area with a feature fireplace; a dining space; and a partially segregated family room with a built-in television cabinet.

The area flows to the covered outdoor alfresco area, with dark materials and a stainless steel outdoor kitchen carrying the vibe outside.

It is surrounded by a lush, landscaped garden with stone detailing and a high rear hedge, adding a backdrop of greenery that softens the palette.

The master suite is segregated at the front of the house up a small set of steps. An angular corner wrapped in windows, and distinct timber detailing along the walls and above the bed, create interest.

The main room leads into a large en suite featuring a combination of charcoal tiling and marble. It encompasses a double vanity unit, free-standing bath tub, glassless shower and hidden toilet.

A walk-in robe features a variety of storage options and a full-length mirror.

A set of steps outside the master suite leads to an extra room, which could be used as a study or spare bedroom.

At the opposite end of the house are the three remaining bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and black and white tartan carpet.

Nearby, the main bathroom features a similar palette to the en suite. It comes with a built-in bath, seamless glass shower and a separate toilet and powder area.

Even the laundry reflects the home’s overarching design with dark colouring, and plenty of storage.

A double garage with a storage area, double-glazed windows, reverse-cycle airconditioning and drip irrigation are among the features.

We love: The owner-builders haven’t been afraid of adding some distinct features alongside classic materials such as polished timber.

Need to know: Highest recorded sale in Yarralumla (past 12 months) was $5,475,000 for 12 Hunter Street, in November. Recent sales: $3.95 million for 16 Brown Street in June; $2.2 million for 55 Mueller Street in March, and $1.9 million for 16 Schlich Street in April.

Surrounding area: Yarralumla is in Canberra’s inner south, between Lake Burley Griffin, the Parliamentary Triangle and Adelaide Avenue. The leafy suburb is home to a lively shopping precinct, the Royal Canberra Golf Club and plenty of lakeside parkland, including Weston Park. Yarralumla also houses several embassies.