It’s not every day that you find a three-bedroom Edwardian terrace in Terenure’s Eaton Square serving as a private art museum. Yet, this is exactly what this refurbished dwelling has become. Notable for its collection of contemporary art and captivating surrealist depictions, the home’s art constitutes a characteristic touch with gallery-style tags attached to the wall. Its distinctive aesthetic makes evident the remarkable blend of significant interior designs and an undertone of light humour.
The owners comprise of one who loves painting and the other, an interior enthusiast whose meticulous decisions have given life to a fashionable setting featuring top-tier furnishings and fittings. Their upscale lifestyle was not effortlessly obtained, it was a product of considerable work. During their purchase of this 195 square meter property in 2020, it was split into six separate apartments and had a very low energy rating (Ber F). The couple put in a huge effort to overhaul the whole place. They embarked on a full refurbishment, including rewiring, re-plumbing, insulating the house, placing underfloor heating, and redeveloping the garden, leading to an increased energy efficiency rating (Ber C1).
The house still held on to many of its original elements, and while it has been thoroughly modified, it has managed to retain its period charm, married with an eclectic mix of modern and vintage lighting fixtures. The hall boasts painted staircases, wall cladding, and a sisal carpet. A lavatory for guests is neatly tucked beneath the staircase, while two lounges flank the right side of the corridor.
The front lounge is inviting, showcasing an elegant initial marble fireplace, accompanied by stunning tiled insets and hearths. The bay window faces the north, offering a cosy haven where the homeowners enjoy their winter evenings with melodic tunes. An additional living room suffused with artwork lies adjacent.
A few steps down lies the breathtaking south-oriented kitchen infused with natural light, courtesy of the new dining room extension which incorporates a skylight and doors leading to the lush garden. The kitchen’s modish decor contrived by Tierney Kitchens features a Belfast sink, elegant Calacatta marble worktops and backsplash as well as units painted in deep Forest Green by Benjamin Moore that contrast the walls painted in Olive Green by Farrow & Ball. The uncluttered worktops are thanks to a spacious pantry unit conceived by the homeowners. Behind the pantry, a compact utility area equipped with laundry machines is found.
The backyard is adorned with tile and gravel, hosting at its end a room re-purposed as a home gym. A facility for Electric Vehicle charging is present, with gates leading to a lane at the back of the property, providing a handy parking and charging spot.
The owners of the first floor completely transformed the frontal area by merging two rooms, creating a spacious main suite that showcases an enticing bay window along with wall panelling all painted in striking black, giving a consistent look to the existing decor. A dressing area exists behind the main suite which further unveils a remarkable ensuite that comes equipped with a sophisticated slipper bath, a classic pedestal sink, and a wetroom-style shower.
In the rear part of the residence, stands an extensive guest room adorned in Farrow & Ball’s Sulking Pink colour. An alluring en suite, covered in soft pink metro tiles, accompanies the room; it’s equipped with a shower that sports Crittall-style doors. The third bedroom is nestled on the uppermost floor, presenting a dream haven for a teenager, complete with a sleek black-and-white en suite, and a Velux window embedded in the inclined roof, which was elevated by the owners to enhance the room’s height.
The present owners are looking forward to commencing another refurbishment project, but they will undoubtedly miss the expanse, the influx of natural light, the serenity of Eaton Square, as well the proximity to Terenure village which boasts a bevy of stylish dining options like the Yew Tree, Black Sheep, and Eaton’s. Currently, the property, known as Number 51 Eaton Square, is listed for sale via DNG Terenure, with an asking price of €1.495 million.