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81 Grandview Drive, Newport is a unique property designed by David Hollander. It has finally found a buyer after 300 days on the market. Source: Supplied
A unique 1970s house made of cement and with barely a straight line has sold after 300 days on the market.
The Hollander House at 81 Grandview Dr, Newport, which has been nicknamed “the Pixie House†by locals, was handmade out of ferro-cement and resembles an abode fit for the Flintstones cartoon family.
The style is described as “organic architecture†and the landmark residence was voted one of the nation’s top five houses of 1973.
It is believed the experimental design home sold for just less than its $1.5 million asking price.
Celebrated architect David Hollander created the cocoon-like building in 1971 using the topography of the 904sq m block as his canvas and inspiration.
It is very reminiscent of the famed Spanish architect Antonio Gaudi’s Barcelona designs, and the home sits squat on the land.
There is barely a straight line in this ferro-cement Newport home. Source: Supplied
The three-bedroom home came to market in July last year and was owned by interior designer Nancy Renzi who offered to include all her furniture in the sale.
Marcus Lloyd-Jones, of Modern House Estate Agents said, while there was interest from the United States and the United Kingdom, the three-bedroom property sold to a couple from Mosman who understood its provenance.
Cocoon-like curves feature in 81 Grandview Drive, Newport which attracted attention worldwide. Source: Supplied
It is believed the experimental design home sold for just less than its $1.5 million asking price.
Recently the National Trust recognised the innovative building as an excellent example of organic architecture.
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“The more we have looked at the construction techniques and quality of this building the more we have realised its extraordinary standard,†Mr Lloyd-Jones said.
“It is better than most modern builds.â€
Check out the groovy sunken lounge at 81 Grandview Drive, Newport. Source: Supplied
The landmark home has been used in high end fashion shoots and featured top magazines.
It has a groovy sunken lounge with built-in seating, handmade skylight towers, curved walls around the staircase and an outdoor bath.
The last time it traded was in October 2011 when it changed hands for $860,000.
Originally published as ’Flintstones house’ sells after 300 days