8 Viva Street GLEN IRIS (Stonnington)

Mal James's Comments on 8 Viva Street GLEN IRIS (Stonnington)

Good aesthetics and good design make this a good home for the smaller family seeking a modern lifestyle. However, the south facing rear could be a concern for those wanting a light and bright home as the design has not been orientated to capture the light and the many small windows do not allow light to penetrate into the rooms. Having said that, this single level home has a great street presence, a stylish interior which has retained the period charm and practical features such as loads of storage and one of the best laundries I have seen this year. The big cooks kitchen and walk-in pantry coupled with a good connection to the outside make it a great house to entertain and the study could make a great media room, particularly as the kids grow. However, the stepped up backyard is not ideal in terms of useability and outlook from the kitchen/family area but the cul-de-sac nature of the street, including the playgound a few doors down, will suit families with younger children. There is no undercover parking here, but rather tandem off street parking for 3 cars, although there may be scope to add a carport (STCA) adjacent to the sitting room. Overall, this is a good looking, good feeling home in a practical location to access transport options for the city, shopping and school commutes.