Appealing in both its daring design and flawless execution, welcome to Panama House, where Neometro’s considered approach to contemporary city living meets the character of one of Fitzroy’s most recognisable buildings. Perched high above Moor Street, this elegant residence offers an intelligent response to its surroundings, pairing generous proportions with a strong connection to the streetscape and an outlook that gives the home a genuine sense of place. For morning coffee, an afternoon swim or a long lunch, the surrounding neighbourhood provides an unusually rich sequence of choices sure to enhance every facet of life.
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- The refined interior is composed around an expansive living and dining domain, creating a generous central space for everyday living and entertaining. Full height glazing connects the interior with a decked, wrap-around terrace catering to effortless alfresco entertaining.
- An exceptional outdoor garden sanctuary, with lush foliage, established trees and thoughtfully layered planting creates the feeling of a private oasis in the sky, offering a secluded retreat to enjoy throughout the seasons.
- The kitchen sits neatly within the main living environment, appointed with stainless steel benchtops and European appliances, creating a practical culinary setting without compromising the visual clarity of the living area.
- Two well separated bedrooms provide flexibility for couples, guests, or a dedicated home office. The principal bedroom features built in robes and access to the balcony, while the second bedroom offers equally useful accommodation.
- A designer two-way bathroom services the home, complemented by bold floor-to-ceiling subway tiles, a walk-in rain-head shower, and mirrored face-level cabinet.
and a European laundry discreetly incorporated into the apartment.
- Additional highlights include polished concrete floors, expansive double glazing, heating and cooling, European laundry, secure video intercom entry, lift access, an on title storage cage, and secure residents’ bicycle storage.
- Smith Street begins virtually at the door, offering an ever-changing selection of restaurants, wine bars, cafés, independent retailers, supermarkets and specialist stores. Gertrude Street brings a more curated rhythm of galleries, dining rooms, bars and design destinations, while Brunswick Street adds its own distinctive collection of restaurants, music venues, boutiques and late-night favourites.
- Tram routes along Brunswick, Gertrude, Nicholson and Smith Streets provide straightforward connections towards the CBD, Carlton, Fitzroy North and beyond, while nearby train services broaden the options for commuting across Melbourne.