Balaam

MATT LANCASHIRE 

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BALAAM 

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{ INFORMATION MEMORANDUM } 

33B HARBOUR ROAD, HAMILTON 

Riverfront location, sprawled over two 

blocks of land in Hamilton 

8 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, a wine cellar, 

gym, study spaces, parent’s retreats, 

6 outdoor terraces, 2 gardens, 

2 swimming pools and more 

Built using jarrah timber against zinc, white 

off-form concrete, steel and glass

“ 

Balaam is a testament to stunning architecture and an 

exceptional vision. A home that symbolizes what can 

only be achieved when there is a singular opportunity 

to do something exceptional. 

- Brian White, Joint Chairman Ray White Group 

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CONTENTS 

A LETTER FROM THE OWNER 

DON O'RORKE, 4 

It has been an absolute privilege to call ‘Balaam’ 

home and it is not an easy decision to commit to 

selling a property that you truly love. 

A LETTER FROM THE AGENT 

MATT LANCASHIRE, 5 

As an agent who sells some of Brisbane’s 

finest real estate, I can tell you that this 

property is in a league of its own. 

A CLOSER LOOK AT BALAAM, 6 

The house design is an ode to modernist 

ideology in its use of material and form. 

PROFILE OF HAMILTON AND ASCOT, 10 

Hamilton residents enjoy a lifestyle like no 

other within the vibrant river precinct with 

retail, dining and entertainment options. 

RECENT PRESTIGE BRISBANE SALES, 11 

BALAAM BUILDING CREDITS, 12 

PRINT MEDIA COVERAGE, 14 

BALAAM FLOOR PLANS, 16 

COUNCIL BUILDING APPROVALS, 20 

TENDER SUBMISSION PROCESS, 23 

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BALAAM, 33B HARBOUR ROAD, HAMILTON

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A LETTER FROM THE AGENT 

This Information Memorandum discloses any and 

all information pertaining to the sale of 33B Harbour 

Road, Hamilton. The owners of this property 

have engaged me as their representative in the sale 

and have made it clear that they are 100% agreeable 

to a transparent sale and will assist with all enquiries. 

If you have any queries with the process or the 

property please do not hesitate to contact me at anytime 

throughout. I always like to make it clear at 

the outset that my job as the agent is to help you and 

I will assist in any way possible. 

Since I first entered this industry eight years ago, I 

have built my brand on integrity, service and value. 

As I am sure you will appreciate, I am forthcoming 

in all transactions and I am very passionate about 

my reputation in the community. So it is my goal to 

ensure that this sale is conducted with the utmost 

professionalism and transparency. 

As an agent who sells some of Brisbane’s finest 

real estate, I can tell you that this property is in a 

league of its own. It is an absolute privilege to present 

this property to the market as it is truly a once 

in a lifetime offering. The owners have opted to sell 

via an expression of interest campaign with all offers 

submitted prior to March 10 th . The sellers have 

expressly asked that we present them with all offers, 

so if this property holds any interest, please put forward 

a written offer and we will personally present 

it to the owners on your behalf. 

Balaam is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire 

one of Brisbane's most significant and exclusive 

properties, enjoying a one of a kind lifestyle 

offering, with an array of approved development 

opportunities for the savvy buyer to capitalise on. 

This property will be sold so please put forward an 

offer if this property holds any interest. It is difficult 

to envisage how one can overcapitalise on a riverfront 

property with existing approval for high density 

development. 


“ 

Balaam is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire one of 

Brisbane's most significant and exclusive properties, enjoying a one 

of a kind lifestyle offering, with an array of approved development 

opportunities for the savvy buyer to capitalise on. 

“ 

A LETTER FROM THE OWNER 

I wanted to thank you personally for your interest 

in “Balaam.” I welcome you into my home and hope 

that you can appreciated that this ‘house’ is the realisation 

of a long-term dream I have had for my 

family and I. If you have any questions in your mind 

as to whether this might be the right property for 

you, hopefully this note will answer them and help 

you make a good decision. 

Living on the river in a home that offers 

everything imaginable for a modern family, with 

an abundance of space and comfort has been an 

amazing experience for us. It has been an absolute 

privilege to call ‘Balaam’ home and it is not an easy 

decision to commit to selling a property that you 

truly love. However, collectively with my family we 

have decided to move to pursue the ‘green change’ 

and are designing a ‘country estate’ with Shaun 

Lockyer, having already bought a property in the 

outer suburbs. 

This home was designed by accomplished architect 

Shaun Lockyer and was built to the highest of 

standards to maximize the location, river frontage 

and city views. It has suited us perfectly and I have 

been unable to fault it in any way over the past 

seven years we have lived here. It is a home that 

is a genuine pleasure to return to everyday. I welcome 

all your interest and should you want to buy 

my home, please do not hesitate in contacting the 

agent. If you are lucky enough to be the new owner 

of this home, I wish you all the best and hope it 

brings as much pleasure and good fortune into your 

lives as it has ours. 

DON O’RORKE 



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“ 

Jarrah timber is offset against zinc, white off-form 

concrete, steel and glass to create a rich and warm feel 

throughout the house, both inside and out. 

“ 

S 

haun Lockyer Architects (SLa) award 

winning Brisbane architects was formed in 

2009 to focus on modernist architecture 

that connects people and place. Inherent within 

each project is a desire to craft memorable, 

sustainable and efficient design solutions that add 

value to the inhabitants’ lives. 

SLa engages in varying types of projects including 

residential, institutional, commercial and interior 

design. Working with private and public clients 

who value a collaborative and transparent design 

PROJECT OVERVIEW WITH ARCHITECT 

SHAUN LOCKYER 

process, each SLa commission employs a versatility 

and passion that transcends scale and budget. 

The firm is led by Shaun Lockyer, AIA, who presents 

over 15 years of international design experience, 

including nine years as Director and Partner 

at Arkhefield in Brisbane, QLD. Outside of the practice, 

Shaun is recognised for his contribution to architectural 

education and support of the profession. 

The SLa team is made up of Shaun Lockyer, Lucy 

Hyndman, Andrew Forsyth, David Gockel, Lucy 

Jeffries, Jen Lambkin, Harriet Duetz, Michael Ford, 

Carmen Saide and Neva Wethereld. 

The Balaam House is the built realisation of an 

extraordinary brief by a very ambitious client on a 

unique piece of riverfront land. This property offers 

an enviable lifestyle opportunity that is unlikely 

to be repeated in the Brisbane real-estate market, 

boasting over 1000m 2 of living area on 1600m 2 of 

land, along 48m of absolute river frontage. 

The design of the house is a testament to what is 

possible when there is a true collaboration between 

the client, architect and builder, built to the very 

highest of standards which have been recognised 

by both architecture and construction awards along 

with unprecedented national and international media 

coverage. Balaam was designed by prominent 

Architect, Shaun Lockyer* in 2004/05 and built by 

Hutchinson Builders in 2005/06. 

The house design is an ode to modernist ideology 

in its use of material and form. The material palette 

is minimal but of the very highest of standards, 

combining natural textures to ensure a timeless and 

robust aesthetic that has already endured through 

changes in architectural fashion. Jarrah timber is 

offset against zinc, white off-form concrete, steel 

and glass to create a rich and warm feel throughout 

the house, both inside and out. 

The house has been architecturally detailed to a 

level rarely achieved in contemporary design. This 

attention to detail has been carried through to 

every piece of built in furniture, tiling pattern, light 

fittings and even bespoke door handles. 

The experience of entry takes the visitor through 

a timber clad “arbour” under a cantilevered, glass 

fronted swimming pool, through a bespoke jarrah 

front door into the lobby which also serves as an art 

gallery. An infinity edge water feature and internal 

courtyard light-well welcomes and surprises the 

visitor once in this lobby space. Glass floors outside 

the lift landings accentuate the memorable and 

dramatic sense of arrival through the house on the 

upper living floors. 

The house was conceived as a large family house 

comprising every space imaginable. 8 bedrooms, 9 

bathrooms, numerous living areas, both inside and 

out offer resort style sub-tropical living across 3 expansive 

levels. 

Spaces are zoned to accommodate young and 

older children, with play areas dedicated to both 

groups to afford privacy and acoustic separation 

irrespective of needs. A wine cellar, gym, study 

spaces, parent’s retreats, 6 outdoor terraces, 2 gardens, 

access to 2 swimming pools, a play area, an 

architecturally designed cubby house and animal 

enclosure complete what, can only be described as, 

a one-off schedule of accommodation. 

A lift, security system, ducted air, home automation, 

automated blinds and screens, water tanks, 

heated pool, a fire pit and solar hot water completes 

the level of finish and inclusion. The house was also 

designed with a “thermal chimney,” a futuristic but 

simple sustainability initiative that encourages the 

flow of natural ventilation throughout the house. 

To this end, the house has also been designed to 

maximise north sun while addressing the southern, 

panoramic city and river views. The living spaces 

have been designed in such a way as to ensure maximum 

privacy to the water and views. 



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“ 

The house was conceived as a large family house 

comprising every space imaginable — 8 bedrooms, 9 

bathrooms, numerous living areas, both inside and out offer 

resort style sub-tropical living across 3 expansive levels. 

“ 

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SUBURB PROFILE 

HAMILTON & ASCOT 

Hamilton residents enjoy a lifestyle like no other 

within the vibrant river precinct with retail, dining 

and entertainment options found nearby at Racecourse 

Road, Portside and Brett’s Wharf. The winding 

Brisbane River connects you to the city and its 

hidden treasures. 

On the occasions when you’d rather someone else 

did the driving, you have a choice at Hamilton with 

railway stations at Ascot and Doomben as well as 

the bus stop just a stroll away. Getting to the city 

is easy with the Brett’s Wharf CityCat terminal just 

500 metres away. When you board the CityCat 

you’ll find yourself wanting to take the scenic route. 

RECENT PRESTIGE BRISBANE SALES 

Stroll along to one of the trendy shopping 

precincts filled with delicious cafés, restaurants 

and boutique stores. 

ADDRESS LOCALITY SALE PRICE SALE DATE AREA (SQM) 

46 & 50 Aaron Ave Hawthorne $18,000,000 Nov 2014 4,545 

14 Sutherland Ave Ascot $10,200,000 2014-06-06 4,664 

50 Wendell St Norman Park $9,500,000 2013-10-25 964 

15 Ningana St Fig Tree Pocket $8,250,000 2014-05-30 9,991 

14 Circe St Hamilton $7,900,000 2013-09-12 3,240 

114 Virginia Ave Hawthorne $7,480,000 2013-12-03 1,654 

160 Macquarie St St Lucia $6,750,000 2014-07-07 1,242 

With Hamilton Harbour strategically placed along 

Kingsford Smith Drive, you’re 6km to the CBD and 

only 10km to the airport. Easy access to the Gateway 

Motorway and Inner City Bypass will keep you 

connected to the northern and southern suburbs as 

well as the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. 

27 Eblin Dr Hamilton $6,500,000 2013-02-20 2,378 

198 Moray St New Farm $6,200,000 2013-07-01 2,104 

24 Aaron Ave Hawthorne $6,030,750 2012-10-09 1,705 

34 Glenlyon Rd Ashgrove $5,887,500 2014-04-05 7,442 



55 Markwell St Hamilton $5,300,000 2012-08-07 2,312 

79 King Arthur Tce Tennyson $5,250,000 2013-07-16 1,915 

9 Griffith St New Farm $5,200,000 2013-07-20 962 

49 Macquarie St Teneriffe $5,150,000 Dec 2014 354 

If you prefer to stretch the legs you can ride or walk 

to the city via Newstead and New Farm along the 

beautiful, leafy, riverside bike and foot paths. Alternatively 

you can stroll along to one of the trendy 

shopping precincts filled with delicious cafés, restaurants 

and boutique stores located at our neighbourly 

Portside and Racecourse Road. 

23-25 Waterline Cres Bulimba $5,100,000 2012-06-07 1,026 

186 Barton Rd Hawthorne $5,100,000 2013-12-04 895 

33 Markwell St Hamilton $5,050,000 2013-10-25 1,376 

128 Virginia Ave Hawthorne $5,010,000 2013-08-29 1,467 



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BALAAM BUILDING CREDITS 

BALAAM | 33b Harbour Road, Hamilton QLD 4007 PROJECT MANAGER: Blades Project Management 

Architect: Shaun Lockyer* / Arkhefield 

BUILDING SURVEYOR: PMM 

(*project completed while a director at Arkhefield) 

STRUCTURAL: Bligh Tanner 

PROJECT TEAM: Shaun Lockyer, Kerry Condon, Lucy 

CIVIL: Bligh Tanner 

Hyndman, Justin Boland, Brad Ellis, Jennekin Dicks, 

COMMUNICATIONS: CTI 

Jami Elliott 

COST CONSULTANT: Gray Robinson Cottrell 

BUILDER: Hutchinson Builders 

INTERIOR DESIGNER: Shaun Lockyer / Arkhefield 

LANDSCAPE: JW Concepts / Shaun Lockyer / 

Arkhefield 

LIGHTING: LAD / Shaun Lockyer / Arkhefield 

PHOTOGRAPHY: Scott Burrows 

AWARDS: 

2007 RAIA Brisbane Regional Commendation 

2007 QMBA Award | Individual Home Over 3M 



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MEDIA COVERAGE 

BALAAM HAS RECEIVED EXTENSIVE CRITICAL ACCLAIM FROM AUSTRALIAN AND 

INTERNATIONAL ARCHITECTURAL MAGAZINES. 

Solid, playful zinc walled elements juxtapose the 

light weathering timber 'follies' that serve different 

programmatic needs within the house. The clearly 

extroverted pool conspicuously cantilevered over 

the entry is the centre piece for life, play and drama 

within the house. 

— Best Australian Architecture 

Balaam may be magnificently built and perfectly located 

but it's the intrinsic sustainability initiatives 

that make it an impressive residence. 

— Pinnacle Magazine 

The house uses intelligent design to achieve climatic 

performance before relying on technological 

devices that can distract designers from getting the 

basics right. The architect saw this as an opportunity 

to illustrate that sustainability does not have 

a 'look' and that it is meant to be inherent in the 

design, not something added once the design is 

complete. 

— Habitat Magazine 

The interface between materials is another deliberate 

attitude manifest in the design. The meeting 

point of different materials is almost always off-set 

or expressed in a way obviously reflecting change 

of purpose. The change of material is a celebrated 

action at every turn and this slightly "baroque" attitude 

toward embellishment, while possibly idiosyncratic 

in the modernist idiom, is considerate and 

reflective of the "Scarpa" or "Alto-esk" expression 

of detail. 

— East Meets West 

Arkhefield's beautifully articulated family home in a 

busy residential area of Brisbane is literally stacked 

in all the right places. 

— Blueprint Asia 



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BALAAM FLOOR PLANS 

SITE AREA (sqm): 1609 

RIVER FRONTAGE (m): 48.3 

INTERNAL BUILDING AREA (sqm): 802 

EXTERNAL BUILDING AREA (sqm): 232 

TOTAL (sqm): 1034 





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BUILDING APPROVALS 

THE PROPERTY WAS NOT AFFECTED BY FLOODS. FOR FULL COPY OF APPROVALS PLEASE CONTACT US 

HOUSE 

APPROVAL 

FINAL 

DA APPROVAL MULTI- 

UNIT 10 STOREY 

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PONTOON 

APPROVAL 

TENDER PROCESS 

This property is being sold by Tender and the owner has asked that all 

offers be presented to him as he is completely committed to selling. The 

seller will accept tenders from prospective buyers and consider these various 

offers at a pre-specified date. The offers are presented in sealed envelopes 

and no buyers will be made aware of where other offers are sitting. 

Qualified parties are welcome to attend open homes, organise private 

inspections and carry out their due diligence before submitting a written 

tender by the due date. The owner will not accept any offer before the 

closing date. 

Buyers do have a few bargaining tools on their side. For example, they 

can make a conditional offer, such as making their purchase subject to 

a building approval certificate. These terms and conditions are included 

by the seller’s solicitor in an official tender document. 

After the closing date, all offers will be individually presented to the 

owner on their own merits and the seller will choose the tender that is 

most favourable – depending on the price and term. 

If you wish to submit a tender please ask the agent for a copy of the 

tender documents and read them carefully. You will be asked to fill in a 

sale and purchase agreement and submit it before the close of the tender. 

WHAT IS REQUIRED? 

› Your offer 

› A deposit cheque (usually five to ten per cent of the offer price) — the cheque will be returned if your tender is not successful 

› Settlement dates 

› Any conditions you are attaching to the offer 

MATT LANCASHIRE: 0416 476 480 — matt.lancashire@raywhite.com 

DAN WHITE: 0412 074 286 — dwhite@raywhite.com 


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0416 476 480 

matt.lancashire@raywhite.com

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