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Home inspiration: Seeing the light

The makeover of a modern Sydney apartment has produced a bright haven - by Rosanne Peach
  • 04 Nov 2016
Hall
Living room
Living room
Kitchen
Main bedroom
Storage
Study
Children's room
Bathroom
Terrace

Hall

The makeover of this Eastern Suburbs apartment has given it a whole new lease of life, with some clever tricks employed to enhance the already abundant light: doors were removed, doorways were widened for better flow, and the whole apartment swathed in white paint to make the walls 'disappear'. The expanses of white create a gallery-like backdrop to some very cool artwork, like this image by fashion photographer Simon Lekias, and also work to reflect that magical light. A ‘Buddha’ console table with luxe marble top came from Empire, teamed with a lamp from The Country Trader.

 

 

Alina Gozina

Living room

The palette may be cool but the textures, from the limestone floors to the cream linen of the Orson & Blake sofa and the gnarled tree roots beneath the Empire coffee table, add natural warmth. An oversized mirror, picked up at MCM House in Sydney’s Waterloo, makes an eye-catching foal point. A striking chandelier by Danish lighting brand Refer & Staer and striped Missoni Home cushions bought on eBay complete the look.

 

Alina Gozina

Living room

The fireplace flue has been painted in Dulux Domino to create a dramatic feature panel and also holds a nook for the TV. A concrete fireplace surround from Jetmaster creates a strong contrast, as does the fitted shelving on either side.

 

Alina Gozina

Kitchen

A honed Calcutta marble benchtop wraps around the island bench, which was made using reconstructed Blackwash Crown Cut timber veneer from Legno. A photograph by Justin Cooper picks up on the hues of the room, while Tolix ‘Tabouret’ stools lend an industrial edge.

Alina Gozina

Main bedroom

Serene greys carry a softer interpretation of the home’s monochrome palette into the main bedroom. Sheer curtains and Missoni bedlinen in shades of dove grey create a sumptuous, soothing space, while statement white lamps and a black-and-white photograph by Georges Antoni are a glam touch.

Alina Gozina

Storage

What's not to love about fabulous shoe storage! A little turn in the wall was put to good use to create a custom-designed L-shaped addition to the bedroom’s built-in wardrobes, specifically for shoes. 

Alina Gozina

Study

A warm grey paint for the walls of the study gives the space an identity of its own, with photographs adding a personal touch. The trestle table links with the home’s other dark timber pieces. 

Alina Gozina

Children's room

This little boy's room is decorated with Ralph Lauren bedlinen and bright accessories, including a whimsical artwork by David Bromley, Boy With Red Butterflies. A leather trunk doubles as a bedside table.

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Bathroom

A bath/shower with a simple glass screen saves space, as does the Catalano basin from Rogerseller, vanity and concealed cistern, integrated into a slender bench. The mirrored wall cabinet contributes to the room's light and airy feel.

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Terrace

A daybed sits on the terrace outside a set of French doors, which were a key part of the renovation.

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