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Hocking Stuart \ 9690 5366 17 drysdale Street price \ $1.1 million – $1.2 million auction \ December 15 at 12.30pm
Luxury and low maintenance are cornerstones of this new townhouse, minutes from bustling Bay Street. A considered floor plan permits a spacious living and entertainment area at ground level, with accommodation zoned upstairs. The galley-style kitchen is tucked behind a staircase so as not to encroach on the large, open-plan living and dining space. Despite this, a clever configuration ensures there are Miele appliance and marble benchtops aplenty. A floating ceiling defines the meals area without disturbing the flow of the room, which opens to a private courtyard. At the top of the stairs, the landing has been turned into a compact study nook with a built-in desk. The main bedroom is positioned at the front of the house and has a marble en suite and private terrace. Two more bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes, bring up the rear and share the main bathroom. \ Jo daVy
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Hodges \ 9596 1111 1/6 Stanley Street price \ $1.34 million private sale
It’s the minor details that make this house so appealing. Beautiful herringbone timber parquetry flooring compliments dark granite benchtops in the kitchen, and rich ochre marble tiles in the bathrooms. It was designed by a local architect, who clearly had a penchant for curvy walls and arched windows, which feature throughout. Classic references include the Doric columns on the façade. The house was built in 2001, and has since been recarpeted, repainted and the floorboards have been replaced. The dining and living room are at the front of the house, and have been kitted out with fashionable drapes. The kitchen is part of the family and meals area, and is a great communal space that looks out onto the courtyard. There are three bedrooms upstairs. The main is huge and has a balcony and a walk-through wardrobe. The en suite has a spa bath and separate shower. \ leXi cottee
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3186
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Scout HouSe 125 Grey Street. 9525 4343 www.scouthouse.com.au
tHe claSSic Bicycle SHop 121 Grey Street. 9593 6622 www.theclassicbicycleshop.com.au
Red RideR Vintage 105 Grey Street, 9534 5627 www.redrider.com.au
Jackman galleRy 60 Inkerman Street. 9534 2147 www.jackmangallery.com.au
In 2½ years, Scout has developed a loyal following of treasure hunters keen to find something new each visit. Owner Orlando Mesiti has created a nostalgic space where discovery is king, and quality is paramount. Vintage toys nestle beside art deco globes, neon wrought-iron beds and French industrial shelving units in an effortless fusion of old and new. Expect to find the unexpected, such as a taxidermy red deer head, a giant abacus or a reclaimed fire extinguisher lamp. \
This nine-year-old business has become a St Kilda institution. Owner Colin likes to keep it simple. Each beautiful, 1920s European-inspired bike is built to order. There are two prices, $595 for one-speed, and $695 for three-speed. A lot of love is put into constructing these simple, classic designs – and no two bikes are the same. Colin supplies period parts and accessories for enthusiasts restoring bikes of generations past, but nothing gives him more joy than catching a glimpse of one of his unique creations roaming the neighbourhood. \
No matter what you label these designs – mid-century, modern, retro, vintage -– there’s no disputing every piece of furniture at Red Rider is a labour of love. For 15 years, the team here has committed themselves to keeping quality high and prices low, restoring each item in-house. Australianand Danish-made pieces are showcased throughout, waiting to be cherry-picked by people wanting to individualise their homes and offices. Look out for teak sideboards alongside leather and oak daybeds. \
Nurturing emerging and established artists in this prized double-frontage for more than 12 years, the Jackman has become synonymous with Melbourne’s contemporary art scene. A current stable of more than 80 painters, sculptors and photographers is represented. Free exhibitions feature in a sprawling, modern gallery, rotating every three weeks or so. Next door, the stockroom collection houses pieces of art to fit any budget, with staff happy to offer in-house consultations. A sunny rear sculpture garden offers a slice of serenity in bustling St Kilda. \
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SacRed HeaRt miSSion op SHop 87a Grey Street 9536 8437 Incense wafts through this impressive church hall seven days a week, as a mix of staff and volunteers bop around to funky soul music. Donations from fashion-conscious locals maintain an enormous selection of men’s and women’s clothing. Homewares, books and bric-a-brac are in no short supply, either. But what really excites the team is the arrival of unique furniture, “stuff you’d pay and arm and a leg for”, that people can snap up for a bargain. Proceeds go towards providing hundreds of free meals each day next door. \ daniel mccullocH
DECEMBER 12, 2012 \ The weekly review 37