By ANNA USHER

It started, as the best renovations do, with a decision to go all in.

The owners of a penthouse in Milsons Point’s acclaimed Colonnades development engaged not one, but two of Sydney’s most respected architects to strip it back and start again.

And the results are beyond spectacular.

PopovBass and Corben Architects collaborated to transform 2601/30 Glen Street into something that feels less like an apartment and more like an ultra-prestige palatial home.

It is on the market now, and it is beyond exceptional.

Boasting extraordinary proportions with 294 square metres of internal living across two levels, every decision has been made around the apartment’s position high above Sydney Harbour.

The main living areas take in sweeping panoramas over the water, with the Blue Mountains on the western horizon. Upstairs, an entire level is given to entertaining, offering vast spaces and a winter garden that can be open or closed for year-round celebrations.

Natural stone and warm timber finishes abound, and a statement kitchen boasts double Wolf ovens, an integrated Sub Zero fridge, fitted Pitt gas cooktop plus a sparkling Billi tap.

All three bedrooms are oversized with their own opulent ensuites, and features like heated floors and towel rails promise a seven-star experience.

Lift access takes you to parking for three cars, and there’s home automation, ducted zoned air conditioning and a stunning fire place.

And then, there’s the building itself.

The Colonnades is one of Sydney’s most coveted residential addresses, and residents know why: an indoor pool, gym and spa, a 24-hour concierge in the lobby, three secure car spaces and a large storage cage are all part of the deal.

Position-wise, it is hard to beat, with Milsons Point station and the ferry wharf on the doorstep, and the CBD just a stone’s throw away.

The penthouse is listed for auction through Nigel Mukhi and Rachael Piech at McGrath McMahons Point.

Inspect Wednesday’s and Saturday’s ahead of a June 18 auction.