17th March 2022 / Prue Fletcher: A Showpiece for the Future

27 Carrington Court, Burwood East

No matter what your beliefs, the romance an old church exudes is often the reason why the hearts and imaginations are captured by many. Originally sites of great social, spiritual and cultural significance, they are breathtaking in their beauty and the opportunity of owning and restoring one to its former glory excites us all.

27 Carrington Court has an extensive history, as it once stood atop 39 acres of land in what is now known as central Burwood East. With soaring ceilings and original brickwork, it's a home with rich heritage, primed for a modern day restoration with features including led light windows, cathedral ceilings and a grand fireplace for all to enjoy.

Burwood East circa 1940

Fletchers No.1 Property Consultant (2021), Connor Sun, believes the home will be well contested as it appeals to a myriad of buyers. "The home has been attracting both designers and professionals alike, looking to put their own stamp on such a rich piece of architecture, as well as young families, being centrally located and walking distance to all amenities including top ranking Burwood East Primary School."

Connor Sun

Juxtaposing the heritage and the modern, this home stays true to its origins by retaining many of the interior flourishes of its original life as a church, while also relishing modern additions such as the outdoor timber decking. "My favourite feature of the home is the north-east facing deck which lay under the canopy of our beautiful trees," the vendor comments.

With almost 10,000 tags on social media, #churchrenovation has become a major design crush over the past few years, with people reassessing their lifestyle choices wanting their homes to be functional yet feel good. It's also clear to see that buyers with vision are breathing new life into churches, with Domain, Homes to Love and Realestate.com.au all showcasing the latest design trend