A modern interpretation of the classic Queenslander, this reimagined Red Hill worker's cottage dissolves the boundary between home and landscape. Designed by acclaimed architect James Russell, whose projects are coveted for their rarity, the renovated residence is conceived around a central courtyard, forming a pavilion-style retreat that breathes light, air and life into every day.
Nestled on a 506sqm parcel, the house unfolds across a free-flowing single level that opens to the elements while maintaining complete seclusion. Here, traditional character meets enduring design, creating a space that feels timeless, tactile, and deeply connected, evolving with the lives within it.
Configured for families and entertaining, the expansive sliders and picture windows maximise the northern orientation, bathing interiors in sunlight from dawn to dusk, framing lush greenery, and enhancing natural ventilation with the gentle crossflow of breezes.
A place to grow, gather and slow down, the courtyard acts as a sanctuary and social stage. Children can play here safely, mornings begin beneath dappled light, and afternoons stretch effortlessly into alfresco dinners surrounded by family and friends. Inside, authenticity anchors each space, with a collection of lounging and dining areas extending beyond built-in joinery and integrated seating to the expansive stone benchtops, which ground the kitchen.
Accommodation is thoughtfully zoned across five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The restored original structure forms a charming children's wing with three front bedrooms. A private guest retreat is peacefully positioned at the rear, and the primary suite embraces relaxation with a luxurious ensuite featuring a sunken spa bath and a new Japanese toilet.
Resting in one of Brisbane's most coveted inner-city enclaves, this is a rare example of true architectural residential design. 300m away, cafes, restaurants and shops await, and you can stroll 550m to enjoy leisurely weekends at the Paddington precinct. Bus stops provide easy travel, the vibrant atmospheres at Caxton Street and Suncorp Stadium are within walking distance, and families will appreciate the proximity to QUT, premier schools, and the CBD.
Features of this property include:
- Pavilion-style architectural home transformed by Russell James
- 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, collection of living and dining zones
- Primary suite featuring a built-in robe and sunken spa bath ensuite
- Kitchen equipped with large benchtops and a new induction stove
- Central courtyard and front verandah facilitating indoor-outdoor flow
- Off-street parking, extensive storage, large internal laundry
- Air-conditioning, cross-breezes and natural light across the home
- 60m to bus stops, 300m to cafes and shops, 500m to Red Hill Cinema
- 550m to the Paddington shopping and dining precinct, 3km to the CBD
- 950m to Petrie Terrace State School, 1km to QUT, 1.7km to Grammar
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