The property market is something Aussies spend more time thinking about than theyโd like to admit to, but everyone knows not all homes are created equal. Here at On The Market, we scour countless property listings to share the best of the best, from palatially proportioned waterfront palaces to meticulously designed studio apartments.
Perched high above Morningtonโs glittering shoreline, โIlukaโ is less a house than a considered work of sculpture by the celebrated Sir Roy Grounds.
Every line, every angle, feels intentional, from the sweeping cedar curves to the atrium-like spaces that dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. Vast panes of glass frame uninterrupted views of the harbour, while timber and stone ground the home in its coastal setting.
Itโs a retreat of rare restraint and quiet luxury, where private beach access, a salt-chlorinated pool, and layered gardens converge to create a sanctuary that feels both monumental and deeply human.
Address: 5 Kalimna Drive, Mornington, VIC, 3931
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Price Guide: $9,500,000 to $10,450,000
As someone who grew up in the sunny streets of Northcote, Iโve got to admit I was surprised to find this remarkable home in the suburb. Its design is so clean it looks like something Rick Owens might conceive in collaboration with Aesop.
Imagined by Freadman White and realised by Visioneer, Gallery House is a sculptural statement both inside and out, with an understated facade comprised of layers of concrete, oak, and brickwork. Beyond the street view, youโll find a central courtyard and a rooftop terrace with city views, while inside, the living spaces are immaculate.
The master suite enjoys a cathedral ceiling, the kitchen boasts more travertine than a limestone quarry, and the gallery-style hallways create a home defined equally by quiet grandeur and an articulate vision.
Address: 58 Christmas Street, Northcote, VIC, 3070
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Price Guide: $4,000,000
Set on a generous north-facing parcel, Chiswick House showcases contemporary architecture at its finest, with a dramatic double-height void at the heart of the home that floods the interiors with natural light.
Expansive living zones transition effortlessly to a 25-metre lap pool, level lawns, and landscaped gardens, while inside, six bedrooms โ including a sun-drenched master suite with water views and a private bridge entry โ provide space for the whole family. A media room, home office, and versatile guest quarters add to the flexibility.
With sustainable design credentials, EV-ready garaging, and generous outdoor entertaining, this is a rare sanctuary of style and substance.
Address: 21 Fortescue St, Chiswick, NSW, 2046
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Price Guide: Contact Agent
