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34 Irving Road, Toorak

You could travel the world, dipping in and out of art galleries, stately homes, museums and modern mansions, and still not see anything like 34 Irving Road in Toorak.

This sumptuous Travis Walton reimagining of grandeur as gestalt glamour is thrilling, from its soberly linear, columned facade to its French renaissance-inspired wall and ceiling mouldings – the latter so lavish it seems you could trail a finger through them and come up with sweet icing.

Volume soars here and the breadth of space is epic; grand and glorious enough for gala events. The scale is not so much anchored as assuaged by features such as the spectacular brass windows, graphic stone floors and deeply lovely arched doorways.

This is a sweeping residence, describing the high life in opulent detail, and while that might be out of the reach of most of us, there’s something to be said for ratcheting up the pomp when you have the means to accomplish the task with such elan.

Out on the superb grounds there’s a swimming pool with chequerboard floor, a tennis court, ponds and a glorious conservatory that harks back to the elegance of another time.

Expressions of Interest close on November 19. The guide is $50 million to $55 million.

69 Ryans Road, Eltham

In 2017, a “creative concreter” found his passion project in a derelict but quirky mid-century dwelling. “Restoring that Ctesiphon dome was incredibly satisfying,” the owner says of the rare, whimsical structure. Now, he’s selling his hilltop acreage property with the restored dual-pod Rice House by renowned architect Kevin Borland. “He restored its structural integrity and did a good job cosmetically, too,” the agent says.

3 Finch Street, Malvern East

Adding handsome Victorian cachet to its verdant Gascoigne Estate street, the restored Hawthorn-brick facade of Graceholme is a good clue to its impeccable interior. Chestnut joinery, brushed bluestone flooring and expansive glazing to the garden are highlights of its makeover. “Its previous owners had it in the family for over 100 years,” the agent says, noting interest from young families and downsizers.

589 Hull Road, Lilydale

Here’s one with the lot, and we don’t just mean the pizzas in the wood-fired oven. On a huge elevated site with views across the Yarra Ranges, this property has space for entertaining in casual and formal living zones, beside the pool and spa, around the fire pit and in the all-season barbecue pavilion. The single-level c1991 Fasham Johnson design performs passive-solar functionality with sunny perfection.

111 Wellington Parade South, East Melbourne

With imagination and cash, this significant heritage-listed jewel will again be a heavenly haven. Built in 1929 as a non-denominational chapel and retaining exquisite Byzantine style, it is free-standing within the high-end Jolimont Square gated community. “The inside is gutted and untouched,” the agent says. “The shell has a huge volume of space so it could be a dwelling with a twist, such as a boutique office or gallery.”

602/105 Punt Road, Windsor

Moody kitchen joinery, dark chevron-patterned floors, and black marble inject modern elegance into this new two-level pad. Set back from the main road, the apartment is on level seven, with its fourth bedroom and a study below. Entertainers will appreciate access to a communal kitchen, dining space and rooftop barbecue. Nearby, you’ll find Chapel Street, Wesley College, Albert Park Lake and Middle Park beach.

303/12 Duckett Street, Brunswick

This Nightingale apartment by architect Clare Cousins recently had 15 minutes of fame in an ABC-TV Grand Designs episode. Presenter Kevin McLeod praised the forward-thinking, sustainable architecture and community lifestyle as “building with heart”. The third-level park-side home of a former Nightingale staff member offers smart and relaxed living with passive design, communal facilities and a large balcony.

1/7 Roxburgh Street, Ascot Vale

Striking purple front doors, an internal double garage and a spiral staircase to an attic-style study or third bedroom stamp individuality on this residential conversion of c1910 St Paul’s Memorial Parish Hall. Round and lancet windows, exposed brick and lofty ceilings bring character to the lovely flow of its three levels. Walk to Union Road shops and Maribyrnong River sporting grounds.

This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.