'A masterpiece': Canberra architect Glen Dowse's five-level home hits the market

Immerse yourself in this Ngunnawal home, offering luxury living in a green oasis surrounded by extraordinary views of the Brindabellas.

This multiple award-winning masterpiece, designed by Canberra architect Glen Dowse (winner of the House of the Year HIA and MBA 2022), is a five-level, three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence known for its attention to detail. It’s been built using the finest materials, including jarrah, cedar, maple and blackbutt.

Located at 40 Hughes Crescent in Ngunnawal, this home is a showstopper.

Morrissey Property real estate agent Trenton Morrissey said 40 Hughes Crescent was a home “completely unique” to the Gungahlin and Canberra property market.

“This home is remarkable. There are robust construction forms used throughout the property, including a suspended slab running through the home,” Trenton says.

“What’s impressive is that the architect, Glen, built the home with his team and then lived in it with his family for 20 years. I think that's a true testament to the great quality of the home.”

Unique features include double-glazed cedar windows and the beautiful timber used throughout the home. The French doors, double-glazed windows, and a combination of blockwork, brick veneer, suspended slab and Colorbond construction are highlights.

Walking up the stunning jarrah and maple staircase, the home opens to five expansive levels with high ceilings.

From the top of the stairs you get 270-degree panoramic views and rooms filled with an abundance of natural light.

“The main living area of the home includes a kitchen, meals and family area that opens up onto two glorious terraces that capture beautiful views and are wonderful entertaining spaces,” Trenton says.

“Another staircase goes up to the laundry and bathroom, and up another level again are two bedrooms and a beautiful carpeted study area, which is a loft-style design.

“The study of this home is one of the best work-from-home option at a residential address in Canberra.

"You get the most stunning views of the Brindabella mountain tops.”

The large kitchen features hard rock maple features and a stainless steel splashback.

“Some of the features and appliances include Scholtes gas and electric hotplates, a Smeg oven, a new Airvolution rangehood, a dishwasher and plumbed fridge space," Trenton says.

As you venture into the sleeping quarters of the home, you find three bedrooms and a study.

“The master suite is located on the main living area level and features northerly views,” Trenton says.

“It’s sizeable with views of Gungahlin and showcases a large walk-in robe. Bedrooms two and three also have built-in robes. Every room in the home has a remarkable view.”

The architectural masterpiece also features two bathrooms, including an ensuite.

“The laundry in this property is phenomenal, with a brand new blackbutt countertop," Trenton says.

The north Canberra home backs onto a reserve and sits in a commanding and elevated position on a 720sqm block.

“There are three external terraces. The top terrace captures brilliant views and is a perfect area for entertaining, opening up into established gardens and backing onto open space,” Trenton says.

“The lower terraces off the main living area are perfect for entertaining in style."

This home also features a double garage, a workshop space and rock retaining walls.

“This home is capturing a broad range of prospective purchasers, from families with children to couples who are looking for something special and unique,” Trenton says.

“We’ve even attracted some downsizers and people from interstate who have indicated interest in the property as a base in Canberra, or a weekend up to Canberra just because of its style and its unique features."

40 Hughes Street, Ngunnawal, will be auctioned at 12 noon on Sunday 4 December 2022.

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Article originally written and published by The RiotACT.