A ‘unique’ home that combines ‘medieval castle’ elements into a seaside oasis will amaze all who step inside.
Behind the doors of the beautiful five-storey property in City Beach, a beachside suburb of Perth, WA, awaits an elegant hideaway with a swimming pool, tennis court, wine cellar, spiral staircase and rooftop entertainment deck.
The complex floor plan is unlike any other and resembles a jigsaw puzzle and a maze, highlighting the remarkable work of the now esteemed architect Iwan Iwanoff.
The building called ‘Tomich house’ embodies Mr. Iwanoff’s ‘bold and enduring’ 1970s brutalist style, combined with the feel of a tropical oasis. Now that it’s on the market, only buyers with a budget between eight and ten million are invited to view it.
From the front, this white house looks small, but inside it awaits five levels of luxury with a pool, tennis court, wine cellar, spiral staircase and an entertaining terrace on the roof
From certain points of view, the multi-dimensional shapes look like Tetris pieces that fit together perfectly
After entering there is something to see in all directions. To the right is a beautiful living room with high ceilings that overlooks the dining room and kitchen
Selling agents Scott Swingler of Shore Property and Olivia Porteous of William Porteous Properties International told FEMAIL Iwanoff was one of WA’s most recognized architects in the mid-century, with his later works evolving towards a brutalist style towards the end of the period . for which he became best known.
The home covers an area of 1,184 m² and is equipped with five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a four-car garage and a grassy backyard.
While the white exterior brings the property into the modern era, the curved walls and impressive height of the structure resemble a medieval castle.
From certain points of view, the multi-dimensional shapes look like Tetris pieces that fit together perfectly.
While the kitchen may look small at first glance, it is deceiving as behind it is an entire butler’s pantry, complete with two ovens. The design keeps unwanted clutter out of sight
The open space is ideal for dinner parties and offers enough space for a dining table for ten people. Surrounding windows invite the natural sunlight, making it the perfect vantage point to enjoy blissful sunsets
After entering there is something to look at in all directions – to the right is a beautiful living room with high ceilings which overlooks the dining room and kitchen.
The open space is ideal for dinner parties and offers enough space for a dining table for ten people. Surrounding windows invite the natural sunlight, making it the perfect vantage point to enjoy blissful sunsets.
While the kitchen may look small at first, behind it is a butler’s pantry, complete with two ovens. The design keeps unwanted clutter out of sight.
All bedrooms are located upstairs, along with a study and master bedroom with en suite bathroom. The spiral staircase leads to the nice terrace and balcony overlooking the backyard.
The house covers an area of 1184 m² and is ideal for a family or a high-flying couple as it is equipped with five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a four-car garage and a grassy backyard to enjoy the sun.
At the very back of the building there is a tennis court and basketball hoop, surrounded by a large white brick wall
Wine lovers will love the curved cellar with room for 288 wine bottles
The bathroom is also beautiful with black tiles
Both Mr Swingler and Ms Porteous agreed that the standout features are the unique architecture and the fact that the property is the largest Iwanoff residential home in existence.
Resembling a hotel lobby in impact, the lounge features high ceilings and walls with striking architectural curves.
Mr. Swingler told it real estate.com.au: ‘I think there are four components: the location, the house, the artwork and the property.
‘The location and the lifestyle speak for themselves. The house is just a beautiful place to unwind and call your own, and you pinch yourself for being able to be a part of it.
“I think these houses actually, once you buy them and start living in them, your life becomes part of the story and the house becomes part of you in some way.”
It’s also conveniently located 18 minutes west of Perth and just two blocks from the waterfront – ideal for those who love both the city and the coast.
City Beach is the most central beachside suburb in the heart of Perth City. It is also the most ‘upscale’ coastal district.
There are a large number of cafes nearby, as well as Kapinara Primary School, The Empire Village and numerous restaurants.