Occupying the entire upper floor of No.1 Gertrude, the Penthouse holds a remarkable relationship to its setting. To the north, uninterrupted views extend across Carlton Gardens to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building and its dome. To the south and west, the city draws close, its skyline forming an immediate backdrop to the residence. The No.1 Sub Penthouse is also available upon request. Delivered by Pask, whose portfolio spans more than 55 years of exceptional residential and commercial development, the Penthouse is shaped by its own unique perspective, both in design and aspect. It is the result of a first-time collaboration between renowned architectural practices Snøhetta and Kennon, together with landscape architects Dangar Barin Smith, a collective recognised for its design rigour and sensitivity to place. That synergy is evident throughout, in a residence where architecture, interior and landscape have been conceived as a single, continuous expression rather than a sequence of separate disciplines. Interiors are shaped by the interplay of material, light and proportion, carried through a sequence of spaces for living, entertaining and retreat, each responding differently to its position and outlook. At its heart, two substantial natural stone islands anchor the kitchen, bringing preparation and conversation together within a generous, considered space. Natural stone and timber introduce subtle shifts in tone, grain and texture throughout the residence. Together, they give the interior a sense of depth and permanence that will endure over time. Living, dining and study flow across the floor, connected without losing their individual character. Between study and dining, a single architectural element presents as a fireplace to one side and a bar to the other, anchored by a considered wine collection. Deeper within the residence, skylights draw natural light from above, bringing light and shadow into spaces set back from the building's edge. Direct lift access marks the transition from the building into the privacy of the Penthouse. Three-bedroom suites are set apart from the living spaces, while terraces open different parts of the home to the outdoors. Above, the entire rooftop is given over to a private garden.
