7 Gordon Grove, South Yarra

At a glance:

• Beautifully preserved Victorian façade
• Formal heritage rooms with marble fireplaces and ornate detail
• Contemporary architectural extension reimagined
• Sculptural glass and steel rear pavilion
• Landscaping by Renata Fairhall 
• Lower-level living opening to pool and courtyard
• Six generously appointed bedrooms, including two of grand proportions that offer grand scale
• Basement 3 car garage plus ample off-street parking with internal access

Abode

Standing within the leafy prestige of Gordon Grove, Yarranook (c1907) is an exquisite fusion of late-Victorian craftsmanship and contemporary architectural excellence.

Originally constructed in 1907 and later reimagined under the direction of architect John Demos, the residence balances the romance of its late Victorian façade while unfolding into a series of bold, light-filled modern spaces.

What immediately distinguishes the home is the remarkable quality of both its heritage preservation and its contemporary evolution, unified by the careful use of natural light throughout. Nowhere is this more evident than in the luminous glass pavilion that anchors the rear.

Rather than a simple open-plan addition, the extension is conceived as a sculptural glass and steel form, operating almost as an internal courtyard. Angled framing draws the eye upward while pulling northern light deep into the home.