Marrying the charm of Melbourne’s iconic laneways with contemporary design, this architecturally-designed residence offers a unique combination of lifestyle and flexibility.

Concealed behind an iconic warehouse façade the sophisticated 4-bedroom home features generous off-street parking for three vehicles, a commercial lift servicing all levels, and dual laneway access. 

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The property is Zoned Capital City and free of Owners Corporation obligations, flexibly accommodating a sophisticated private residence, a live and work environment, a boutique office, or a dedicated studio and creative space for design, art, or professional pursuits. 

Protected under the Guildford Precinct Overlay, the property also enjoys lasting privacy, permanence, and protection from future development or visual intrusion.

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Speaking to LUXURY LIST WEEKEND, Lachlan Castran said it is the combination of architecture, creativity and lifestyle that makes this home truly unique in the CBD.

“You need to experience 16-18 Guildford Lane to really appreciate it. Behind the warehouse façade, it opens into more than 534 square metres across six levels, spaces the current owner used not just as a home but as a fully functioning artist studio. The light, the volume and the quiet work areas all lend themselves naturally to creative work,” Lachlan explained.

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“Designed by Professor Peter McIntyre AO, the residence carries his unmistakable touch, from the dramatic spiral staircase to the commercial-style kitchen and the rooftop pavilion with its indoor and outdoor kitchens and city views. The lift to every level, the self-contained apartment and the workshop add a rare level of practicality and flexibility,” Lachlan told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.

“What stands out for us is how effortlessly it can shift between family living, a live and work setup, a design studio or even a boutique office. And sitting on Guildford Lane, with its greenery, plantings and that tucked-away urban calm, the rooftop becomes a private retreat above the city.”

“This project was very personal for artist Alison Aitken, a brilliant and imaginative sculptor,  and she conveyed to me in detail exactly what she wanted. This was the atmosphere that she was going to work in and it had to be right! It was her brilliance and knowing exactly the feeling that needed to be achieved that made it so successful,” Peter McIntyre shared with LUXURY LIST WEEKEND. 

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Entry to the property is via Guildford Lane, where a full workshop, mezzanine providing significant storage, and a games room and retreat offering a versatile entertainment zone, easily accommodating a billiards table, with rear access to Flanigan Lane, provide exceptional flexibility for creative, recreational, or professional use.

Level One comprises a self-contained two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, living area, central bathroom, and additional sleeping accommodation via a pull-out Murphy bed, making it ideal for guests or extended family.

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The Owner’s Level comprises the main bedroom with an extensive walk-in robe and ensuite and a second bedroom, while a library and separate powder room provide a personal retreat. Level Three presents the main kitchen, meals, and informal living zone, designed for modern city living. A commercial-style kitchen, walk-in pantry, open fireplace, built-in daybeds, and abundant natural light define this level, which also includes its own terrace with a built-in barbecue for entertaining. A signature spiral stair, visible from the lane, provides both a dramatic architectural statement and a functional connection between levels.

Level Four features a full studio and design space with additional outdoor areas and a full laundry, offering creative versatility. Level Five, the Rooftop, reveals one of Melbourne’s most extraordinary private entertaining spaces. Designed to impress, it features an open fireplace, a fully equipped indoor and outdoor kitchen, an undercover dining zone, and sweeping inner-city views. Lush greenery and planter boxes reflect Guildford Lane’s celebrated urban plantings, creating a leafy backdrop to the entertaining areas and outdoor kitchen, and offering a distinctive, inviting space to host friends or unwind above the city.

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To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Lachlan Castran of Castran via the contact form below. 

To view the listing or for more information click here. 

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