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The house at 12 Merrigal Court, Frankston South, sits on a 2954sq m block.
A Frankston South house named for both a beloved parent and the moon is a shining example of a home inspired by nature and the surrounding landscape.
The recently-built abode at 12 Merrigal Court is named IAH House, with the first word representing the initials of the owner’s late father who died not long after the land that the residence stands upon was purchased.
In addition, “iah” means “moon” in the Egyptian language and is also a lunar deity’s title in an ancient Egyptian religion.
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“Iah” references the residence’s half-moon shape and its curved walls, constructed from
sculptural curved concrete with a timber inlay.
The owner says the walls were made off-site and lifted into place by a crane capable of bearing up to 160 tonnes.
Observant visitors who look closely at the walls can see the timber’s pattern.
And the house’s facade is crafted from a blend of the sculptural concrete and charred timber, inspired by the surrounding treetops’ natural curves and the block’s rear border on Sweetwater Creek’s banks.
“I wanted to build something that flowed with the natural landscape and didn’t stick out like a big box,” the owner says.
A stone island bench, ASKO appliances, dishwashers and a butler’s pantry in the kitchen.
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The infinity-edge pool has a view of the surrounding treetops.
Enjoy a film in the home theatre.
He designed the home’s concept with the DNB Design Group and the house was built by the Melbourne-based builder Style Projects.
The infinity-edge pool, incorporating a spa, looks across the treetops that influenced the house’s build.
“You’re often sitting in the pool and birds will come into the trees,” the owner says.
“The backyard is a very secluded and private oasis.”
Adding to the landscaped garden’s resort-like feel is an infra-red sauna.
The owner says the upstairs living and dining space has a great connection to the outdoors.
The wine cellar is near the home theatre, meaning you can pop out to grab some vino mid-movie.
One of four bathrooms in the house.
Inside, the more than 474sq m of living space includes a kitchen with a gently-curved stone island bench, ASKO appliances, dual dishwashers and a butler’s pantry.
A home theatre boasts riser seating and an adjoining wine cellar.
The home office can also serve as a fifth bedroom, while the main bedroom suite – encased in curved glass – showcases bay views, an ensuite and a dressing room.
The owner says that smart technology means every rooms’ heating and cooling can be controlled from a mobile phone, as well as the electric gates out front.
Keyless entry offers the option of using a fingerprint or keycard to be gain admittance through the doors.
Whitefox Peninsula sales director Lloyd Hillard says buyers such as couples, families and downsizers have inspected the house, including people coming from Toorak, Brighton and the Mornington Peninsula.
A wardrobe that’s perfect to hang your designer threads in.
Whitefox Peninsula sales director Lloyd Hillard says “nothing compares” to IAH House, in terms of its curves, architecture and location in a quiet court, plus proximity to beaches, Mt Eliza Village and Peninsula Link.
The house is also zoned for Frankston High School and Derinya Primary School.
Mr Hillard says the house will suit a family, couple or downsizers, who could simply live upstairs and use the downstairs bedrooms as guest accommodation.
IAH House is for sale with a $3.995m-$4.3m asking range.
Expressions of interest close at 3pm on January 29.
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