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City Slicker: The Boyd Residence in Sydney

Spanning the entire top level of the ANZ Tower in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant Central Business District, this three-story, four-bedroom penthouse is the jewel in the city’s crown

Spanning the entire top level of the ANZ Tower in the heart of Sydney’s vibrant Central Business District, this three-story, four-bedroom penthouse is the jewel in the city’s crown. Sweeping 360-degree views take in the city skyline, from famed Sydney Harbour Bridge to the ocean beyond. A sun-drenched living space, high-performance kitchen, wine cellar, study, gym, and rooftop swimming pool, all with fully bespoke design elements, combine to make this the city’s most exclusive condominium—and with no neighbors and the highest levels of security, discretion is assured.

At the heart of the 25,800-square-foot sky mansion is an awe-inspiring triple-height great room.

BESPOKE DESIGN

The Boyd Residence sits atop a glittering glass skyscraper conceived by acclaimed Australian architect Richard Francis-Jones—design director of multidisciplinary studio FJMT. Its award-winning Art Deco-inspired interiors by Blainey North showcase more than 200 pieces of bespoke furniture. At the heart of the 25,800-square-foot sky mansion is an awe-inspiring triple-height great room.

Echoing the sleek, complex curves achieved by boat builders and guitar makers, this sinuous great room with a wall of windows provides a sensational setting for social gatherings­. Indeed, the penthouse has hosted prestigious guests, from royalty to sports stars.

The gallery-like open-plan living and dining space is flooded with natural light thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows and apex roof lights, and a vast custom-made geometric rug sits beneath a sculptural, crescent-shaped ceiling. On the home’s upper level, the lavish master bedroom suite has a spacious walk-in closet as well as a white marble bath with handcrafted freestanding tub, set against a backdrop of ever-changing Sydney Harbour vistas. On the rooftop deck, an outdoor pool and cabanas beckon, ideal for soaking up those mesmerizing 360-degree panoramas.

Stylish interiors by Blainey North led to it winning Residential A$40 million-plus (US$50 million) category of 2017’s International Design & Architecture Awards.

Set in the heart of Sydney, this three-story penthouse is the jewel in the city’s crown.”

On the rooftop deck, an outdoor pool and cabanas beckon, ideal for soaking up those mesmerizing 360-degree panoramas.

THE LOCATION

The property occupies level 43 of ANZ’s landmark building at 161 Castlereagh Street and is part of the upscale Liberty Place development, just steps from some of Sydney’s finest restaurants and boutiques. Overlooking 40-acre Hyde Park, and only a short stroll from the Royal Botanic Garden and leafy Domain, the residence is also close to prime cultural attractions, including the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

White marble bath with handcrafted freestanding tub, set against a backdrop of ever-changing Sydney Harbour vistas.

The golden Sydney Tower Eye spire can be admired from the penthouse, as can the Gothic Revival architecture of St Mary’s Cathedral. Nearby Circular Quay is the gateway to gorgeous beaches; creative neighborhoods Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Chippendale, and Potts Point are within easy reach; and international and domestic airports are just a 20-minute drive away.

This combination of features simply cannot be repeated. It’s extraordinary.”

Walls of windows frame the 360-degree panorama of the city skyline, from famed Sydney Harbour Bridge to the ocean beyond.

EXPERT VIEW

“It’s unique to have such a grand residence on top of an office skyscraper, which itself was shortlisted for a major design award in 2014. It presents a new benchmark in Sydney, and security and privacy are assured via a private garage and dedicated elevator access. This combination of features, enhanced by bespoke details and finishes, simply cannot be repeated. Whether it’s used as a city escape or an elegant home to entertain captains of industry, this extraordinary residence is unforgettable.”—Ken Jacobs

On the home’s upper level, the lavish master bedroom suite has a spacious walk-in closet as well as a white marble bath with handcrafted freestanding tub, set against a backdrop of ever-changing Sydney Harbour vistas.

[ Excerpt from Christie’s International Real Estate’s 2019 Luxury Edition — A curated collection of the world’s finest properties. Explore more properties here ]