'benyandah', flawless mid century design, 21st century chic, walk to rail
celebrating the iconic cool of mid-century modern design this distinctive 1958 architect designed home 'benyandah' takes inspiration from frank lloyd wright's architectural style and blends the original open plan layout and timeless finishes with sympathetic updates that elevate it to 21st century chic
set on a grand 1500sqm approx. landholding evoking private 'hollywood hills' living with impressive original features and inspired use of natural stone and timber finishes with innate indoor/outdoor flow and a seamless connection between sublime garden views and spacious interiors
full brick single level living cleverly oriented to capture northerly sunlight across living and entertaining areas, magnificent floor to ceiling glazing, original oak parquetry floors and a superb internal renovation in 2010
vast open plan living space smartly styled into multiple zones as living/sitting/dining and showcasing soaring ceilings, a stunning stone jib wall and banquette flanking a fabulous cheminees philippe fireplace
striking state of the art modern kitchen with finest quality finishes echoing the home's unique vibe with stone, stainless steel and walnut surfaces, quality appliances including sub zero fridge, wide electric oven, induction/gas cooktop, miele steam oven and warming drawer, qasair hood and zip boiling/chilled tap
four bedrooms, two opening to the pool, built in robes, garden views, splendid master bedroom with walk in robe, sleek cabinetry containing a/v set up and a fabulous marble ensuite with heated towel rail and floors and a twin vanity
three bathrooms, two ensuites, generous full family bathroom in marble, dramatic marble powder room, internal laundry
media/den with built in cabinets and indoor/outdoor flow to terrace
brilliant private entertaining terrace with motorised awning
sparkling solar heated inground pool
spectacular oriental inspired garden with exotic plantings and irrigation, large level lawn and generous deck, garden shed
double lock up garage with auto door and gate, air conditioning, gaspoint
walk to rail, in killara public/killara high catchments, close to private schools
