Commanding a distinguished position in Graceville, Campbell House sits on a lush green hill above the Brisbane River. Recently revived through a renovation, this home uses the original red brick as a modern feature throughout.
Architecturally designed by Don Watson and winner of the prestigious Robin Boyd National Architectural Award in 1989, this carefully considered riverfront residence has been flawlessly re-designed by world-class architect Shaun Lockyer, drawing on various inspirations for its complex form. The home has been placed over four levels, designed to take full advantage of the riverfront views. The precise positioning of the residence was determined by a number of axes established to take advantage of both the extraordinary view and manicured gardens. The architect’s completed design is a pin-wheel construction of informal spaces with eye-catching structural and aesthetic elements, giving the home a very distinctive edge.
This grand estate has been transformed into a one-of-a-kind masterpiece while also retaining a myriad of its award-winning detail. Ensuring the utmost in privacy and exclusivity, the residence harmonises contemporary style and original finishes to create an intricate floor plan of blended materials. This sophisticated showpiece utilises an intuitive use of glass to take full advantage of stunning riverfront vistas from almost every room.
The entryway reveals a striking herringbone flooring, high slanted ceilings and a bay window that create an immediate sense of luxury upon entering the home. Framed by banks of glass and louvre windows to draw in cooling breezes, this light-filled setting captures sweeping outlooks over the landscaped front yard. Campbell House presents a vast selection of formal and casual living spaces. Soaring skylights feature prominently throughout, creating pools of light and unveiling raked ceilings.
The lowest floor holds a media room and lavish bar that extends onto the entertainer’s terrace outside. The manicured green lawn, sparkling infinity pool and tranquil river provide a serene backdrop to the entertainment area. Presenting a resort level of entertainment opportunity this floor is also home to an indoor sauna, seating area and firepit.
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