July 22, 2026 — 7:45pmHigh-end materials, custom design, thoughtful floor plans, architectural lighting, landscaped gardens, high functionality, and enviable locations: there are many reasons why designer luxury homes are impressive. Here are five of our favourite designer luxury homes for sale right now.19 Water Street, Wahroonga, NSWThis four-bedroom brick residence is set within tranquil gardens designed by landscape architect Annie Wilkes, on a 1973 square-metre (approx.) estate in Wahroonga.The sandstone al fresco terrace makes the most of the setting, overlooking the gardens and the tiled swimming pool, and creating a resort-style entertaining area.Inside, the home features a light-filled rear addition by residential designer Harvey Little, including a large lounge/media room.There is a collection of additional living and entertaining spaces, as well as a home office and a child’s playroom/ library.31 Adelaide Street, Armadale, VICThis architectural Stonehaven residence is set on highly sought-after Adelaide Street in Armadale, close to High Street and Glenferrie Road.The single-level home features a contemporary, low-maintenance style.Designed around a north-facing courtyard, the open-plan living, dining and kitchen area enjoys natural light and features 3.5-metre ceilings and satin chevron parquetry timber floors.The master suite is in the rear wing and features a walk-in robe and a monochromatic en suite.51A Beaconsfield Street, Newport, NSWThis resort-style family home is set back from the street, behind a private entrance, on the Newport waterfront.For boating or kayaking enthusiasts, the property features a private pathway to your own pontoon. Both the home itself and the property’s exterior features have been designed around its waterfront location.Set over three levels, the interior features soaring ceilings and large windows that capture the Pittwater view.But it’s the showstopping pool, complete with a diving board and floating decks, that is the centrepiece of the design.Other features include a pool pavilion with a full outdoor kitchen, underfloor heating in all bathrooms, and a separate office/gym.7 Barton Drive, Mount Eliza, VICDesigned by Kate Walker Design, this renovated seaside residence on Mount Eliza’s Golden Mile showcases a modern farmhouse style.The board-and-batten façade welcomes you to the home, with European-style double-glazed windows and strapped cladding as standout features.The lighting creates a distinctive character in each room, with lighting by the granddaughter of Estée Lauder, Aerin Lauder, and by Chapman & Myers and Thomas O’Brien.Indoor and outdoor spaces are seamlessly connected via bi-fold glazing that overlooks Port Phillip Bay and an elevated entertaining terrace.On the lower level, bi-fold doors open to the second al fresco area, heated swimming pool and spa, a barbecue and outdoor powder room.17 Chadstone Close, Kenmore Hills, QLDLocated in a cul-de-sac in Kenmore Hills, this one-level home welcomes you with a large double-door entrance leading to the showpiece sunken lounge.The room is striking, with its vaulted ceilings, architectural windows, piped music and an outlook onto the al fresco poolside entertaining area.There is a galley-style kitchen with Caesarstone benches and a large double-door pantry.The home is positioned on a fully fenced 1188 square-metre (approx.) block with landscaped gardens, next to Tuckett Street Park, and features a saltwater in-ground pool.More:Luxury propertyProperty marketProperty pricesArmadaleMount ElizaNewportSydneyWahroongaNSW residential propertyResidential propertyProperty listingsFrom our partners