HomeBeautiful
  • Open Homes
  • Bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor
  • Decorate
  • Hamptons
  • Podcasts
  • Beach House
  • hacks
HomeBeautiful
  • Open Homes
  • Bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor
  • Decorate
  • Hamptons
  • Podcasts
  • Beach House
  • hacks
Subscribe
Getting your coastal kitchen floor plan right
Watch 2:03

Getting your coastal kitchen floor plan right

{headline}

{headline}

A Hamptons-inspired family home on Sydney's lower North Shore

A Hamptons-inspired family home on Sydney's lower North Shore

How to keep your bathroom renovation under $10,000

How to keep your bathroom renovation under $10,000

8 small things that can take your home from blah to beautiful

8 small things that can take your home from blah to beautiful

Before and after: Increase your street appeal

Before and after: Increase your street appeal

{headline}

{headline}

How will COVID-19 impact housing prices in the next 3, 6 and 12 months?

How will COVID-19 impact housing prices in the next 3, 6 and 12 months?

House Rules is coming soon!

House Rules is coming soon!

5 ways to create a happier kitchen you love

5 ways to create a happier kitchen you love

{headline}

{headline}

Before and after: a stunning bathroom renovation

Before and after: a stunning bathroom renovation

Peek inside reno queen Cherie Barber's incredible converted warehouse

Peek inside reno queen Cherie Barber's incredible converted warehouse

Before & after: a Melbourne home is transformed

Before & after: a Melbourne home is transformed

How to transform an old cabinet using chalk paint

How to transform an old cabinet using chalk paint

An old cement factory is transformed into a stunning home

An old cement factory is transformed into a stunning home

Amazing transformation: from run-down caravan to sleek office space

Amazing transformation: from run-down caravan to sleek office space

Four new bathroom trends for 2020

Four new bathroom trends for 2020

  1. Home
  2. Renovate

Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream

Keeping the shell of the house intact, this 4-bedroom house was gutted and redesigned to be a beachside oasis. - by Words Kylie Jackes, Styling Rosanne Peach
  • 10 Jan 2017
Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream
Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream
Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream
Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream
Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream
Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream
Home renovation: From tired and falling down to coastal dream

Living area

A neutral palette and timeless finishes were selected in this airy open-plan living area which was moved to sit at the north-west end of the house to take advantage of the winter sun. To modernise the existing dark brick, walls were plastered and painted in Dulux White on White, which enhances the sense of space and light throughout the house. An alcove for artworks was defined in Resene Paints Lumbersider Satin in Tapa which complements the ‘Strata’ sofa in Mokum ‘Ficus’ fabric from King Furniture and the replica George Nelson ‘Platform’ bench-cum-coffee table from Matt Blatt. The Australian landscape lithograph, Diptych, in the alcove is by David Rankin.

John Downs

Kitchen aesthetics

Glass was one of the biggest expenses of the renovation, yet with some tricks of the trade, savings were made. A big island bench was chosen to be the hub of the kitchen and as it was over 700mm-wide the cooker was far away enough from the glass that it didn't need to be heat-treated, saving money. The island bench is topped with a slab of honed Bianco Carrara marble, with feature panels in Eveneer ‘Aged Oak’ timber veneer. An energy- and water-efficient Asko dishwasher, cooktop and Bosch over and rangehood were selected and came in a special package price.

John Downs

Second chance

Re-using old furniture and giving them a facelift helped to keep costs down and keep much-loved family items. A Parker couch was reupholstered in Mokum ‘Smara’ fabric, topped with cushions in Marimekko and Cloth fabric to give it new life.

John Downs

Blissful bedrooms

To maintain an open airy feel in the master bedroom, a part-height divider wall separates the bed from the walk-in robe and ensuite, yet still enables natural light to filter through the space. Tuftmaster ‘Paragon Twist’ carpet from Master Kelwin Floors makes a soft contrast to the tiles and timber throughout the rest of the house.

John Downs

Bathroom retreat

Stealing the show is the ‘Bette Starlet’ bath from Rogerseller. The big tub is perfect for a long hot soak and coupled with the white walls and lush greenery outside adds tranquility to the room. A ‘Rombi’ stool by Join is the perfect height to keep a towel – or a glass of wine – close at hand while bathing.

John Downs

Mix of old and new

The hardwood timber floors were one original element preserved in the house. Polished with a satin polyurethane finish, the floor’s patina reveals the home’s history. Sun has discoloured the timber in different areas which adds to the character of the house. A pair of 1950s Parker chairs were re-covered in charcoal felt.

John Downs

Creating space

The family wanted to keep everything ‘floating’ and streamlined in the ensuite to enhance the sense of space so opted for a suspended storage cabinet, a wall-mounted ‘Catalano C3 70’ washbasin from Rogerseller and a recessed shelf, in lieu of a vanity.

John Downs

FREE Miranda Kerr Mug-SAVE 31%

by Royal Albert, when you subscribe

Subscribe Now
FREE Miranda Kerr Mug

FREE Miranda Kerr Mug-SAVE 31%

by Royal Albert, when you subscribe

Subscribe Now
FREE Miranda Kerr Mug

Recommended to you

Getting your coastal kitchen floor plan right
Watch 2:03

Getting your coastal kitchen floor plan right

{headline}

{headline}

A Hamptons-inspired family home on Sydney's lower North Shore

A Hamptons-inspired family home on Sydney's lower North Shore

How to keep your bathroom renovation under $10,000

How to keep your bathroom renovation under $10,000

8 small things that can take your home from blah to beautiful

8 small things that can take your home from blah to beautiful

Before and after: Increase your street appeal

Before and after: Increase your street appeal

{headline}

{headline}

How will COVID-19 impact housing prices in the next 3, 6 and 12 months?

How will COVID-19 impact housing prices in the next 3, 6 and 12 months?

House Rules is coming soon!

House Rules is coming soon!

5 ways to create a happier kitchen you love

5 ways to create a happier kitchen you love

{headline}

{headline}

Before and after: a stunning bathroom renovation

Before and after: a stunning bathroom renovation

Peek inside reno queen Cherie Barber's incredible converted warehouse

Peek inside reno queen Cherie Barber's incredible converted warehouse

Before & after: a Melbourne home is transformed

Before & after: a Melbourne home is transformed

How to transform an old cabinet using chalk paint

How to transform an old cabinet using chalk paint

An old cement factory is transformed into a stunning home

An old cement factory is transformed into a stunning home

Amazing transformation: from run-down caravan to sleek office space

Amazing transformation: from run-down caravan to sleek office space

Four new bathroom trends for 2020

Four new bathroom trends for 2020

HomeBeautiful
  • About Us
  • Subscribe Today
  • Contact Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
HomeBeautiful Magazine Subscribe
  • About Us
  • Subscribe Today
  • Contact Us
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy

Brands

  • Beauty Crew
  • marie claire
  • Who

Our Network

  • Better Homes and Gardens
  • BHG Shop
  • New Idea food
  • New Idea
  • Girlfriend
  • That’s Life
  • All Recipes
  • Practical Parenting
  • 7plus
  • 7News
  • Health Engine
  • The West Australian
  • Perth Now
  • Airtasker
  • Society One
  • Starts at 60
© 2021 Are Media PTY LTD
Get more from

Magazine Subscription Offer

FREE Miranda Kerr Mug-SAVE 31%

Shop This Offer
FREE Miranda Kerr Mug