The team behind Terreno Hillside in Vaucluse has finished a six-bedroom, seven-bathroom residence that the developer describes as a turnkey property of incomparable quality. Luigi Rosselli, the architect, says the structure captures a feeling of “in cima,” or being at the summit, through its position and design. Eddie Mansour of Ray White Projects calls the home an “iconic Sydney” residence that offers nearly uninterrupted views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House from every level.
Architecture and Design Choices
Rosselli used columns of rammed earth to frame the harbour view without forcing the home to point directly at the city. The developer, Tal Silberman of Moshav Financial, acquired the site in 2018 to create a gated set of four luxury residences. Silberman retained control of the vision for a classical, Mediterranean-style home built to last. The interiors by Handelsmann + Khaw feature limestone flooring, green maestro quartzite in the powder rooms, Carrara marble in the bathrooms, and pink Havana dolomite in the sky-suite en suite.
The kitchen includes Gaggenau appliances and a rare Italian calacatta Monet benchtop. It opens directly onto an outdoor space with a pergola supported by the rammed-earth columns, providing access to the pool and harbour views. Dangar Barin Smith designed the gardens, which feature bougainvillea and landscaping intended to establish itself as the rest of the development ages. The ceramic tiles on the facade, copper roofing, and terracotta louvres are all designed to improve with time.
Market Perspective and Legacy
Mansour notes a shift in the prime pockets of Sydney’s east back toward homes with emotional warmth and heart. He describes the curvature and materials at Terreno as classic and in keeping with the local surrounds, adding that the property has presence and is a trophy residence. Silberman believes the market will immediately recognize the elements of permanence and timelessness that define the home.
With two primary bedroom suites and various living and dining areas, the space is designed for multiple generations. The materials used throughout the home are generous in scale and intended to age gracefully. The price guide for the property is approximately $80 million. Rosselli and Silberman have focused on a classical approach that prioritizes durability and visual appeal over fleeting trends. The result is a residence intended to survive long after the current owners have moved on.
