Cooks Hill 56 Laman Street

This classic Cooks Hill worker’s cottage has been cleverly transformed into an inner-urban haven using a raw palette of industrial materials including polished concrete floors and steel beams with the original double brick walls stripped back revealing texture and even the odd possum paw print. Clean minimalist lines, amazing storage solutions, and a cozy, bright interior are all a nod to Scandinavian design. Crafted to maximise every square inch of the property, this two-bedroom residence is a brilliant example of small footprint, big impact living.

Rather than serving just one function, the open plan living space with a large, chef’s kitchen and a work-from-home zone can also accommodate a large dining table for entertaining. Economical to run hydronic under-floor heating keeps things cosy in winter, and cleverly placed skylights and a bi-fold door inject beautiful natural light into the home. And just when you thought things couldn’t get much better, the smart renovation has included a north facing deck for alfresco enjoyment, and a courtyard herb garden.

Rear lane access to park the car adds the finishing touches although it’s an easy decision to leave the car at home and explore everything this prized area has to offer on foot. Pavement cafes, corner pubs and boutique stores set the scene for a fabulous lifestyle.

- Double brick worker’s cottage c.1895 completely renovated including a new roof, electrics, plumbing, windows and insulation
- Five zones hydronic under-floor heating throughout the polished concrete living area and timber floored bedrooms upstairs
- Air-conditioned open plan living area with ethanol fireplace, cleverly zoned to include a home office
- Large chef’s kitchen with stone benches, 5-burner Smeg gas cooktop and electric oven, integrated AEG dishwasher and superb, clever storage solutions
- Bathroom with large shower, in-wall w/c, hydronic heated towel rail, Euro laundry
- Bi-fold doors with concertina fly screen open to covered deck and courtyard
- Two bedrooms on upper level each with built-in storage, one with second office nook
- University of Newcastle city campus and Conservatorium of Music nearby

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