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Down a half level from the parental retreat
there are two children’s bedrooms and a second
lounge which opens out onto an afternoon lawn
area. Down another half level there are further
bedrooms, a wine cellar, laundry and, tucked
out of sight around the side, a two-car garage.
In terms of design, decor and finishes, the
interiors are clean-lined and airy but with nods
to the past. One of the main features that would
have been in evidence in the 1900s are the high
ceilings – here, they are a soaring 3.2m high.
“Elements like the panelled ceilings, a
pressed tin backsplash and panelled island in

the kitchen, the high toekicks and detailed fire
surround are all loose interpretations of classic
elements, meant to add the character of the past
rather than replicate history,” Leuschke says.
Everything looks pristine in traditional
white, with the stained oak floors that run right
through the home setting off the pale tones.
Despite the old-world exterior and classic
detail nods on the interior, this is a modern home
in terms of function, and day-to-day living.
Seen from the entry, a long, rectangular pool
runs down the sunny side of the house, spelling
summer fun and socialising in any century.

Above left and top: The master
bathroom to the rear of the house
has frosted glass windows providing
privacy. A sleek bath filler contrasts
old-world mirror frames, while the
chandelier brings a touch of bling.
Cantilevered his and her vanities add
to the room’s sense of space, as does
the glass shower stall and largeformat stone tiles.
Above: Panelled ceilings feature in
the master bedroom. The dressing
room behind leads to the ensuite.

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