27 Halpin Street, Brunswick West, Vic 3055

Seconds from Gilpin Park for a sense of serenity to match the inner-northern verve, this architectural masterpiece brings inter-war provenance into the modern day. With flourishing gardens staging a façade full of charm, passive principles of air flow, heat retention, sound insulation, light optimisation, and overarching efficiency form the foundations of an inspired redesign – one that never loses sight of what makes a great family home. An inviting entrance foyer splits into a tranquil front lounge/bedroom with built-in storage, three additional, robe-lined bedrooms, a chic bathroom with a bath/shower, and smart second bathroom, with a timber-batten staircase reaching a professional’s workspace and master with a walk-in robe, luxe ensuite, and view of the Melbourne skyline. Hardwood becomes under-heated polished concrete as original meets cutting-edge, with a gas-log fire creating cosiness, fernery fostering calm, and ceiling soaring to 3.6m for volume, occasion, and atmosphere in everyday life. A dream kitchen offers ultra-durable Dekton, a walk-in pantry, Siemens studioLine appliances, and a full view of kids running around the substantial backyard, while an alfresco deck and open-air setting take hospitality prowess to new heights. Secure parking for two, camera/alarm security, 3-phase and 12kW solar power, a large laundry, working fireplaces, reverse-cycle heating/cooling, filtered water, a dog wash, and backyard shed/workshop headline a long list of other highlights, while lively Grantham Street and Melville Road, Parkville/city-bound trams, acclaimed schools, and Sydney Road sit mere steps away.