Back to school was never so much fun as when you’re living it up in this sexy, warehouse-style apartment, one of four architect-designed dwellings to emerge from the renaissance of historic Ethelton Primary School.

Fully renovated and redeveloped four years ago, the character appeal of the circa 1900 schoolhouse has been preserved for all time whilst offering an enviable lifestyle on the doorstep of the two billion dollar Newport Quays project, new bridge infrastructure and the 28 billion dollar warfare destroyer contract, adding up to a very happening location.

There are a lot of millionaires living down here now and people enjoy the lifestyle,’ says selling agent, Nick Psarros.

Enviably the pick of the bunch, the two-to-three bedroom apartment has an edgy loft space and is the only one to boast both front and rear yards plus the convenience and security of an automatic carport (under cover parking).

It’s open and spacious, and so unique’, says the vendor of the supremely light and airy interior that delivers the wow factor with towering windows and tin-lined mansard ceilings, with trapeze lighting, that soar to 5.8 metres in the entry and expansive open-plan living area. Just made for stylish relaxation and entertaining; the huge blackboard is a whimsical reminder of bygone days while the original Baltic Pine floors provide warm tones, flowing throughout the main living level.

Discover your inner gourmet in the sensational galley-style kitchen with quality stainless steel appliances and plenty of bench space including a breakfast bar. Here, spacious drawers and cabinets are randomly finished in wood grain, metallic pewter, aubergine and opaque glass for an edgy eclecticism.

On balmy nights, you may prefer the alfresco ambience of the private backyard where you can dine out on the patio and barbecue under the veranda, sweeping around the building to provide a covered walkway from the carport to the living area.

The ceiling heights have been lowered to create a cosy intimacy in the master bedroom suite, complete with a walk-in robe and sleek modern ensuite, a second double bedroom, main bathroom and the laundry, with the residual space providing a cool loft retreat, study or third bedroom.

Treat yourself to Sunday brunch around the corner at The Mill or drive the short distance to a choice of cosmopolitan eateries at nearby Semaphore, with excellent shopping at West Lakes just five minutes away. Also benefiting from fast and easy access to the city, this truly individual home is an exciting find in this fast emerging location and is a must for early inspection.