occupying
the entire top floor of the iconic wills building, this alluring manhattan-style
penthouse evokes the chic, cosmopolitan appeal of urban new york living in the
heart of perth’s historic king street precinct.
grand
in design, its sweeping floorplan covers 534sqm of bespoke luxury plus 2 car
bays/ total 548 sqm, inclusive of its own marble-clad entrance-foyer &
lift, independent ensuite bedrooms and a light-filled expanse of open-plan living
framed by an original arc feature window and unobstructed views over an
eclectic city landscape.
steeped
in a history marked by the perth rag-trade, the original g & r wills
building was built in 1924 with upper floors added in 1950 where it continued
as a multi-level warehouse for a clothing wholesaler servicing the king street community.
under
the appointment of scanlan architects, the building was expanded in 2003 when
two adjoining vacant warehouse buildings were integrated into the development and
remodelled again to include 33 luxury, soho-inspired, loft-style apartments.
the
stunning ground level entrance features a rich gothic aesthetic of dramatic
arches, cathedral-style wrought-iron windows, herringbone floors and exposed
brickwork, while a gallery of artworks by some of perth’s most prolific
artists, in addition to a restored (and original) new york-style service lift,
set the scene for the reveal to come.
expanses
of rich shea oak floors and italian marble offset cherrywood cabinetry and
reams of natural light from generous windows – each intended to optimise the glorious
upper-floor aspect.
intended
to honour independent living with a supreme sense of privacy, this custom-designed
dwelling is built around a central lobby – anchored by a circular shadow-line ceiling
dome – which brings the lavish bedrooms and a full floor devoted to living,
kitchen and dining, together.
the
grand master suite is an independent wing all its own. boasting a gym/yoga room
(or optional bedroom if desired), it features a private balcony with king
street views, huge walk-in-robe and a vast twin vanity ensuite with spa, heated
ceiling lamps, and a continuation of marble bench tops & cherrywood
cabinetry.
while
all secondary bedrooms include ensuite bathrooms and built-in-robes, one
includes an integrated retreat or study zone along with a spa bath and private
access to the foyer lounge – also shared by the bedroom opposite.
two
solid pillars and ceiling-to-floor glass offset the living, kitchen, and dining
where a gas wood fire, sunny balcony and built-in cabinetry integrate with the
designer kitchen with subtle step elevation. appointed in miele appliances
(induction stove, steamer, conventional oven, microwave, and grill) and an
oversized stone waterfall-edged island bench, this practical entertaining hub
includes an integrated wine fridge, two walk-in pantries and abundant timber
and glass-inlaid cabinetry.
other
features include recess lighting throughout, 2 allocated car bays, considered storage
& a linen press, powder-room, discreet laundry (off the foyer), video
intercom, reverse cycle split system air-conditioning and sound-proof music
room.
the
building shares its coveted address with luxury brands like louis vuitton,
tiffany, mui mui and chanel, not to mention perth arena and some of perth’s
most esteemed fine-dining restaurants, wine bars and hotels, all within
strolling distance.
with
its potential to accommodate up to 10 people comfortably, this unique residence
is not only an exceptionally rare asset for inner-city living, but offers excellent
short-stay rental income (potential earnings of over $200k as a complete
residence/52 weeks of the year), in one of the most sought-after locations
which could equally appeal to visiting artists, influential businesspeople or
international celebrities opting for a home-away-from-home experience as
opposed to a hotel.