When Sir Reginald Pomp declared he was hosting a housewarming at his new ‘modest’ home on the Mornington Peninsula, the billionaire echelons were abuzz with intrigue. For in their world, the idea of simplicity was as foreign as a life without caviar.

Guests in haute couture streamed into Sir Reginald’s residence, prepared for a quiet evening in a ‘small’ mansion. What awaited them, however, was the epitome of luxury that only the Mornington Peninsula’s finest can offer.

“The quaint waterfall is a touch I thought might add a hint of nature to the drawing room,” Sir Reginald gestured towards a grand indoor waterfall cascading over intricately carved marble. His friends, sipping on their vintage champagne, nodded in agreement, discussing how such ‘subtle’ water features were all the rage in their own fifth vacation homes.

Sir Reginald then ushered his guests to what he termed the ‘tiny’ home theatre. “It’s a snug fit, only seats fifty,” he chuckled. The guests squinted, trying to spot the said snugness in a theatre rivalling commercial cinemas, equipped with gold-trimmed recliners, the latest sound system, and an IMAX-sized screen. “Oh, Reggie, always the minimalist!” one of them quipped, her laughter echoing in the vast expanse of the room.

Sir Reginald explained that for those looking to craft a down-to-earth haven like his own, it was advisable to book a consultation with luxury residential architects who truly understood the art of combining luxury and minimalism.

The tour continued to rooms filled with ‘simple’ touches like chandeliers bigger than most city apartments, or the ‘compact’ infinity pool with panoramic ocean views. Each corner of the mansion showcased the artistry and precision of the luxury home builders available near the Mornington Peninsula.

By the time the tour concluded, Sir Reginald’s friends were left in awe of his ‘humble’ abode. And while they might’ve missed the point of ‘modesty’, there was no overlooking the architectural genius, meticulous designs, and unparalleled luxury that the Mornington Peninsula homes represented.

In Sir Reginald’s world, ‘less’ might still mean ‘more’. But if this was his version of modesty, one can only dream of what his ‘extravagance’ might look like.