151 Gem Road

Kenmore QLD 4069

This imposing 944m2 home is full of pleasant surprises. Designed in two zones. The main residence and the north living, both spaces are fully self contained and independent from each other.
There are 7/8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, huge cinema, loads of entertaining areas, each space commands an unimpeded view of the resort inspired pool and its cooling water features.
5 car accommodation, fully ducted air, security, purpose built space for home gym/ cellar / storage and large workshop areas for the serious handyman/carpenter.
A fantastic family home on level grounds. Ideal space for tennis court. Only minutes to Kenmore shopping and 12kms CBD.
EDITORIAL BELOW:
In the heart of Kenmore’s river precinct is a grand home, on 2287 sqm of level ground, bringing a refreshing splash of pared-back Mediterranean panache to its leafy environment.
When designing the architectural brief, the owners were steadfast in ensuring their home was imbued with European appeal, it had to be liveable and easy to maintain, take advantage of the views of the parkland just metres from the site and capture the northerly breezes from the Brisbane River nearby. The end result is a truly desirable home that resonates with simplistic style and elegance.
Surrounded by an elevated custom-built fence, the multi-level home has a villa-like presence with its streamlined façade soaring to the heavens. The striking gatehouse and expansive front terrace lead the way to the home’s commanding entry with oversized double front doors featuring opaque glass panels allowing natural light to filter through to the upper and ground levels of the edifice.
Designed to suit the owners’ lifestyle, the home has been strategically angled on the block to capture the river breezes and maximise park views. A clever use of space has created outdoor courtyards that surround the home which has been designed in two zones – the main residence and the north wing. Ideal for an extended family, growing teenagers or long-term guests, both spaces are fully self contained and independent of each other and feature luxe essentials including ducted air conditioning, security system, and CAT cabling designed for high signal integrity.
Throughout the home the interior colour scheme is kept simple in order not to compete with statement artworks which combine comfortably with the mix of contemporary furnishings. The neutral palate of pale parchment and light rice provides a workable canvas for limitless décor options.
Inside, the grand atrium with its bespoke balustrade and wide-bodied staircase leading to the upper level, subtle design details in the walls and ceilings, and the silky smooth polished spotted gum flooring set an elegant tone.
The ground floor incorporates a powder room to the left of the front entrance; a guest’s bedroom/office to the right. Straight ahead, through a ‘lazy archway’, is the generously proportioned contemporary Euro kitchen with two large built-in pantries, sleek cabinetry in a cherry wood finish, black granite bench tops and stainless steel appliances. An oversized L-shaped faux-suede sofa adjacent to the island bench provides a welcome retreat for chilling out. Centrally located and designed for functionality, the open plan kitchen provides an effortless transition to and from the entertainment areas – the home theatre and media room, formal lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows abutting the pool, separate dining, and outside, the 125 sqm sandstone paved entertainment area sheltered by a large sail-like awning. Each space commands an unimpeded view of the resort-inspired swimming pool and its cooling water features.
Upstairs the substantial master bedroom includes an intimate nook overlooking the pool and a large ensuite (with therapeutic spa bath) separated by bi-fold timber shutters adding a design element for visual impact. Also on the upper level are two equally generous bedrooms, themed especially for the owners’ children, the main bathroom, and a fourth bedroom which is currently used as the children’s play space.
A feature of the home is the separate keyed entry to the north wing; it also has an internal entry via the home theatre and media room. The north wing is a completely self-contained, two-bedroom residence with expansive deck and features similar mod cons to the main residence.
This imposing home is full of pleasant surprises including purpose-built spaces for a