Penthouse in Portobello

Dublin 8/€1.15m: These days the term "ultra-modern" is bandied about a lot in estate agents' brochures, but really does apply…

Dublin 8/€1.15m: These days the term "ultra-modern" is bandied about a lot in estate agents' brochures, but really does apply in spades to Number 17 Portobello Wharf in Windsor Terrace, Dublin 8.

Located at Harold's Cross Bridge, this spacious two-bedroom penthouse with a wraparound terrace is for sale by private treaty at €1.15 million. Felicity Fox is the selling agent.

Designed by de Blacam & Meagher, Portobello Wharf is a small block of 18 apartmentsbuilt two years ago. The sleek cream-coloured granite façade is softened by the addition of untreated green oak timber framed balconies.

Number 17 was fitted out by interior designer Peter Johnson and all the contents are included.

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The apartment has a generous 136sq m (1,460sq ft) of open-plan l;iving space, plus a terrace of 65sq m (700sq ft).

A central fireplace with a raised pebble effect gas fire separates the living area from the diningroom.

The look is minimalist chic with white sofas, glass tables and striking rugs, polished oak floors and floor-to-ceiling windows.The study has fitted book shelving.

Other features of the apartment include underfloor heating, a walk- in storage closet in the hall and a designated parking space.

The main bedroom has a power shower en suite, a wall-to-wall built-in wardrobe and a door to the terrace.

Edel Morgan

Edel Morgan

Edel Morgan is Special Reports Editor of The Irish Times