M, maybe not

M and I went to the open of 174 Hawdon Street Heidelberg over the looong weekend. We were seduced by the optimism of the 50's Modernist facade but were quickly disappointed once inside. Those bricks don't even go "all the way up". Can't judge a book by its cover eh?

Front Facade - So Sunny and Sweet (Courtesy Bedford Dewar)

Jelbart Jubilee

Okay, just use your imagination here - remove the puffy velour sofas and frilly bed valances and mentally strip this home back to its bones. 9 Jelbart Court Eltham has some features worth exploring. For instance; the high timber lined ceilings with exposed beams, floor to ceiling windows (new blinds), exposed brick internal walls including possible original wood burning fire, north facing living spaces and extensive garden.

Photos courtesy Morrison Kleeman

Livingston 70's

Not for the feint hearted the ad says, brilliant potential I say!

1/30 Livingston Street, Ivanhoe is currently for sale through Jellis Craig.

Photos courtesy Jellis Craig

On a Stamford High...

I know I seem to have blogged about a lot of houses in Eltham but lets face it, they've got the goods! Here is another beauty - 12 Samford Court, Eltham - listed by Barry Plant. Classic 60's/70's timber lining boards, exposed beams, slate floors and bagged brick walls.

Classic Eltham Style

Interior with Exposed Beams & Timber Paneling to Wall

Slate Floors - Of Course - and Fantastic timber lining to the eaves outside

Blast from the Past

Can you believe this?!
The house in Seaholme (Altona) that kick started my 70's obsession was sold last year IN ORIGINAL CONDITION!! This is the house owned by my parents friends that I referred to in the post 'That 70's House'.

Landscaped Pool Area

View looking towards the foyer complete with stone waterfall wall with fishpond (yes, goldfish), looking across to the 'Boom Boom' room.

'Boom Boom' room complete with artifacts from New Guinea, built in fish tank and built in terrazzo table.

Original - yes Original - Kitchen. Mosaic tiled benchtops & splashback. Unfortunately out of shot is the built in booth or 'dinette'.

Master bedroom - Haven't even changed as much as the bedspread!

Bathroom - Obviously

Watsonia Watch

Just listed by Ray White with only one photo and no address is this potential beauty in Watsonia.

A bit of a mish-mash on the outside but still has great potential - Wonder is the inside is as 'ecclectic'.

(Image courtesy Ray White Real Estate)

Make Mine a Merchants

Okay, I will admit it - I have a bit of a penchant for 70's style homes at the moment!! There is something so warm and inviting about those strong dark beams and rough interior brickwork. Maybe its a throwback to weekends spent at my best friends (Merchant Builder) house in Corowa when I was growing up.. Who can say?

But surely you must agree with me, this house -15 Haldane Road, Eltham - is something special. Here's what Barry Plant have to say about it;

"This prestigious north facing Merchant builder home promises a lifestyle of luxury and relaxation. Architecturally designed to capture natural light, warmth, tranquil environs and stunning tree top vistas, this property is an entertainers delight. Featuring a flowing floor plan with expansive living spaces and multiple outdoor entertaining areas, this home is a brilliant canvas for stylish decoration. Features include a warm combination of
hand made Hawthorn bricks with natural timbers, gas ducted heating and reverse cycle air conditioning, open fireplace and wood heater, beautiful landscaped gardens by Robert Boyle, separate dog enclosure and overflow parking."

Unassuming Front Elevation

So Cosy!

Love those Daniel Robertson Brick floors!!

Another fire! MR would be chopping wood forever...

Wouldn't be a dream home without the pool! (All Images Courtesy Barry Plant)