Five luxury homes we love – with a modern twist

Modern design and renovations offer numerous benefits, including flexible, open-plan layouts, large windows, outdoor connections, smart technology integration and sustainable construction.

Luxury homes with these features are often seen as sanctuaries, with simplicity, convenience, efficiency and entertainment amenities at the forefront of their design and construction.

Here are five of our favourite modern luxury homes for sale now.

This three-bedroom home in Toorak ticks the convenient lifestyle box with its proximity to Kooyong village, public transport, schools, parks and walking trails.

The home itself features an open-plan living/dining domain and kitchen with large windows that capture the natural light.

Mod-cons, including integrated appliances, make the home both efficient and convenient.

This stylish home, located within walking distance of Queens Park and Centennial Park, embraces the concept of family sanctuary.

It features a temperature-controlled wine cellar, underfloor heating and an outdoor terrace with a built-in gas barbecue and heaters.

There are energy-efficient features, including solar panels, plus lush greenery and skylights and large windows that capture the northern light.

The home is equipped with convenient features like a double garage with storage.

‘Skyhome’ is a two-level residence inspired by Byron Bay, with panoramic skyline views of Melbourne.

With a neutral palette, the exterior and interiors of the home incorporate travertine, polished plaster and oak veneer. Natural light enters through the floor-to-ceiling windows, and skylights serve as both an additional light source and a design feature.

There is underfloor heating, hydronic heating, Sub-Zero refrigeration, a cocktail bar with an ice maker, and bedrooms, each with its own terrace, custom desks and robes.

To top it off, there is also a dedicated wellness zone with an infrared sauna, gym and integrated indoor-outdoor sound.

This brand-new family home incorporates a modern, family-friendly floor plan and construction by Horizon Homes.

A generously sized open-plan living and dining area flows out to the undercover al fresco, which has a BeefEater barbecue and speakers.

The kitchen incorporates pyrolytic and steam ovens, two dishwashers, Miele appliances, a butler’s pantry and a separate caterer’s entrance for any special entertaining occasions.

Environmentally friendly features include zoned ducted air conditioning, solar panels and a double garage with an electric car charger.

Originally a part of the historic Billilla estate, the luxury home ‘Hamlyn