Vista Grove Toorak
Located on the Yarra River escarpment in Toorak, the Vista Grove house enjoys one of the most prominent and elevated sites, sitting above a sheer embankment with dominating views of the river and surrounding areas. We designed the house in the manner of a temple on an acropolis. Mindful of mandatory height controls, the formal power of the classical composition is amplified by adopting a giant order, two storey travertine columns framing the building perimeter and forming a double height colonnade on the northern frontage. The form permits the creation of generous terraces and an expansive rooftop terrace with a rooftop bar, lounge and spa tucked back to fit under the height control profile. This area enjoys remarkable views even towards the city, and crowns four levels of accommodation, from a fully fitted basement cellar, expansive ground floor living areas flowing out towards a generous wet deck pool and alfresco, and elegant bedrooms on the first floor with the Master Suite enjoying a dominant corner location. The house includes some remarkable features including an indoor cricket pitch, completing one of Toorak's most remarkable homes.
Project Team
Demaine Partnership
Location
Vista Grove Toorak
Project Elements
Residence
Builder
Davies Henderson
Time to complete
18 months
Type of Facility
Private Residence
