A meticulous restoration has returned this landmark Art Deco building to its former glory. Situated on the top floor, and enjoying cool breezes, generous space and natural light, Flat 9 is a breathtaking example of Australian 1930′s architecture. It retains all the classical beauty and romance of a bygone era, while thoughtful modern and practical inclusions ensure thoroughly up to date living. Coronet Court is a true original.

Enter an elegant sitting room with angled bay windows framing Brisbane’s impressive city skyline and New Farm’s famous park. Continue through to a traditional dining room, complete with a distinctive ‘Koala fireplace’ – simply charming! Both spaces feature beautiful original timber floors and the elaborate picture and plate rails await your personal gallery, while the original light fittings are works of art in themselves.

Step through to a corridor featuring useful extra storage – a rare and welcome addition in a building of this era. The adjacent kitchen is ready to meet the needs of every modern chef, with an elegant and seamless Corian bench top; hand crafted cabinets and a generous pantry enhancing the original scheme. A Smeg dual fuel range oven and hood provide efficient cooking while an integrated Miele dishwasher ensures an effortless clean up. Even washing up the old fashioned way is a pleasure with a gleaming Perrin and Rowe tap.

In the bathroom the stunning original tiles and terrazzo add authentic period glamour and blend seamlessly with the modern upgrade. We proceed to a generous double bedroom with a huge built in wardrobe and access to a large enclosed veranda, combining an attractive laundry area and a comfortable sunroom. This extra space is lined with traditional timber louvres opening to river breezes and views of the garden below. At last we come to the comfortable master bedroom and with a double aspect and enough space for a four-poster you won’t be disappointed. The timeless mood of the interior continues as you venture outside to explore the shared c