11 Balsillie Crescent, Monash ACT 2904

As an example of modern architecture, this home stands apart from its neighbours - glazed from floor-to-ceiling across its northern elevation, the design of this home is governed by space and light. Thanks to its quarter-acre block, this home exudes solitude in a suburban setting.

From the entry one is greeted by the formal lounge, with its open-air fireplace and raked timber ceiling. Tucked away behind the lounge room, the master suite enjoys separation from the remaining bedrooms. In addition to the expansive en suite and triple robes, this space is awash with natural light from its private northerly aspect.

The flow between living spaces is determined by the contour of the northern courtyard - it is this space which the home is designed around, and which provides warmth and light to the heart of the home. Extra-height raked ceilings feature from the dining and through to the kitchen and family areas. The open plan kitchen boasts electric cooking, dishwasher and a walk-in pantry. The family room offers the prized second living area, a functional space for the everyday.

The wall of glass along the Northern side blurs the boundaries between inside and out - from each part of the home one is invited out to the pergola, shaded in the warmer months by two deciduous grape vines. A private and serene space, this area is ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Bedrooms two and three enjoy their own private wing, both oversized with built-in robes. The master bathroom is sharp and functional, with a separate toilet. The laundry boasts a large linen press, with additional hallway storage. Bedroom four is ideal for a home office or nursery, located just across the hall from the master suite.

Two split system air conditioning units keep the living areas climate controlled all year round, complimented by the 2.86 kilowatt solar system. This 13 panel system powers all services in the home, guaranteeing low running costs every season. With the soaring cost of gas, you'll be glad to enjoy a home powered completely by electricity. The double garage is oversized with plenty of storage space, and enjoys electric roller doors. The vast back yard enjoys car access, with spades of potential for the keen gardener.

At a glance:
-Architecturally designed by Fasham Architects
-Raked ceilings
-Northerly aspect to the longest side
- Oversized double garage with ample storage space
-Block: 1160 m2
-Living: 185 m2
-Garage: 54 m2
-Two separate living areas
-Formal dining
-Open plan kitchen and family room
-Electric cooking, dishwasher and walk-in pantry
-2x split system air conditioners
-Open-air brick fireplace
-2.86kw / 13 panel solar system with Xantrex inverter
- Rooftop solar hot water system
-Private master suite with triple robes and large en suite
-Quality roman blinds throughout
-Private front garden with beautiful outdoor entertaining
-Separate rear yard with trailer access
-Double garage with storage
-EER: 1.5
- Rates: $2,594 p.a.
- Land tax (investors only): $3,668 p.a.