1885 House
With a fine heritage building such as this 1885 sandstone home, designing and decorating a 21st century iteration is a high-wire act. Respect for the elegance of the architecture was key, as we aimed for the sweet spot between classic and contemporary. 1885 House is undeniably grand, however for this family of five, it needed to feel relaxed, comfortable, and playful with a wow factor.
- SCOPE
Interior Design, Furnishing, Object and Art
- PHOTOGRAPHY
Anson Smart
- AWARDS
Shortlisted 2023 Australian Interior Design Awards (AIDA) Residential Decoration
Shortlisted 2023 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) Residential Single and Colour
"We sought spaces conducive to the busy day-to-day life we lead with our young, active family, but also appealing to the adults in the house. It was about respecting the period features, yet injecting the fun and vitality that reflects us a family. And we wanted some wow factor.” owners of 1885 House
Our clients open up their home to family and friends, regularly entertaining, so family zones, such as the children’s playroom and kitchen dining have been given the same spirit and beauty.
The artworks, palette and furnishings are soft and welcoming. There is a luxurious cosiness to the spaces, which invites lounging despite the scale of the rooms and the home's imposing heritage.
Arent&Pyke acknowledges the traditional custodians of this land. We pay our respects to them, their culture and traditions. We recognise their connection to the land and honour their elders, both past and present.