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Art Deco elegance in Foxrock hits the market for €1,995,000
Aghanloo is a luxurious home inspired by Finnish architect, Eliel Saarinen.
ORIGINALLY BUILT IN 1947 by architect Anthony Johnson, this home on Kill Avenue stands as one of the earliest and finest examples of Art Deco architecture in the area. Anyone with a love for the style and looking for a unique family home with historical significance should look no further.
Aghanloo is a beautifully preserved Art Deco home in prestigious Foxrock in Dublin 18. In perfect condition and now on the market for €1,995,000, this five-bed, three-bath detached house is spread over a generous 250 m².
The house’s design was influenced by the modernist movement, particularly Finnish architect Eliel Saarinen’s work. Its distinctive style includes sharp linear designs, high ceilings and an emphasis on natural light, showcased by the expansive window in the sitting room that’s eight metres wide.
Stepping in the front door, you’re presenting with a spacious entrance with solid oak flooring and elegant ceiling coving. At this level, the bright living room features the panoramic view of the landscaped garden, a marble open fireplace and patio doors that lead to a decked terrace.
The dining room overlooks the front garden and this room is perfect for hosting large formal dinner parties. On to the kitchen and breakfast room, this is a bright dual-aspect space complete with granite worktops, a Rangemaster gas hob, double oven and a Bosch larder fridge. The kitchen also features a practical island unit and another dining area for everyday meals.
The home also has a handy office for anyone who works remotely or hybridly. It would also make for a lovely TV room, library or playroom.
Upstairs, the five well-appointed bedrooms include the main suite that has a dual aspect and a full bathroom ensuring extra privacy and space.
Outside, the back garden is home to the impressive 69 m² deck that has composite flooring and glass panels. The garden extends 28 metres beyond the deck, offering plenty of outdoor space. The southeast-facing orientation ensures lots of sunlight, too.
The current owners bought this elegant home in 1987. In 2006, they expanded the home to include a fifth bedroom suite. It stands on a third of an acre that includes ample parking space for over five cars and a garden that captures great sunlight all year around.
In 2023, the owners were granted planning permission for a 135 m² bungalow with separate access from Kill Lane. Designed to complement Aghanloo’s Art Deco style, this is a big plus for anyone looking for a project that won’t require moving out while work goes on.
If south Dublin is on your house hunting radar, Aghanloo’s location is ideal. You’ll have your pick of schools at every level including colleges like UCD, Smurfit Business College and Trinity College.
Aghanloo is a piece of architectural history that’s luxurious and certainly a break away from the norm. With its stunning design, ample living space and prime location, it’s an ideal family home and a rare find in Dublin. Now’s the chance to own a piece of Art Deco elegance in Foxrock.
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