3/34 Torrens Street, Braddon, ACT 2612

This super cool one-bedder conjures the loft apartments of SoHo, with its laid back artisanal vibe and chic industrial notes. A wall of glass and soaring ceiling heights gift an airy, open optimism and there is an easy spill to a private balcony. This is life in Torrens Street, leafy and oh so peaceful, ultra-fashionable and connected, a moment from the buzzing happenings of the Lonsdale strip.

Columns of glass punctuate the geometric rendered planes of the build, flooding the floating stairwell with glorious light. We love the soft clay and pops of soothing blue and the pretty gardens that soften the edges of this boutique development, known as Brielle.  The home is one of only thirteen and enjoys gated parking, secure intercom access.

Within, there is a consistent threading of silver as steel balustrades marry with the stainless hardware used throughout the kitchen and bathroom. Glass sliders and clerestory windows frame leafy views and there is a joyful feeling of spaciousness, as the epic void informs the lived experience. Infinite wall space is perfect for curated art and the muted gentle palette, lets the light and landscape take centre stage. 

A curving wave of timber flooring delineates the hard working kitchen with its banks of crisp white storage, midnight black worktops and tiled splashback in soft taupe. There is lovely balance of shapes and straight lines blur with the curve of a wall, the soft turn of open shelving. Openly conversational with quality appliances, the kitchen is the place to gather and hang out with family and friends, animated by light and landscape and the invitational pull to the fresh aired bliss of the balcony.

Floating timber stairs usher upwards to the bedroom, walk-in-robe and bathroom. The bathroom is finished in soft white with signature pop of black and a mirror edged in an organic curved wave. The bedroom floats among the void as if suspended within the open air and drinks in the northern light. Think, the mind surrendered, a feeling of being connected to the rhythm of the world, held within your own pocket of peace right in the heart of the city. 

Underpinning it all is the lifestyle – it is an easy stroll to the Braddon precinct, with its heady mix of bars, cafes and eateries. By day or night Braddon is a mix of super cool vitality…great coffee, food, drinks, exercise, community. It is a short walk to the CBD and there is a surrounding of tranquil green spaces, including the pine tree dotted Haig Park, for restorative nature bathing, creative contemplation. Mt Ainslie Reserve is nearby and the home is also handy to Dickson and the popular Ainslie shops. Close to transport including light rail, providing fast links to all of Canberra, the home is a stone's throw from the ANU and the delights of the New Acton Precinct.

features.

.gorgeous one-bedroom loft apartment in coveted Braddon
.part of the boutique Brielle development
.north facing and filled with light
.wall of glass sliders and clerestory windows
.cool stainless steel balustrades and floating timber stairs
.open plan living, dining and kitchen with drift to leafy balcony
.modern kitchen with banks of storage and sleek stainless steel appliances inducing electric oven and cooktop and dishwasher
.bedroom with walk-in-robe and ensuite bathroom
.European laundry
.soft carpet
.secure intercom access
.secure parking space
.walking distance to an intriguing array of independent restaurants, cafes, bars and shops
.a short stroll to the CBD and the boutique eateries and cafes of New Acton
.not far from the much loved Ainslie shops and the walking and biking trails of Mt Ainslie Reserve
.close to transport including the light rail, ANU and Lake Burly Griffin

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

Living: 52 m2
Balcony: 6 m2 
Total: 58m2 

EER: 6.0
Built: 2000

Rates: $2,269 pa
Land tax: $3,198 pa (investors only)

Admin: $802.68 pq
Sinking: $274.93 pq
Total: $1,077.61 pq

Boutique complex of only 13 units

Currently rented periodically, tenant paying $450 per week.