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This stunning four-bedroom home effortlessly oozes fun and functionality with a transformation that honours colour, character and coming together. Enlisted to convert this modern Victorian into a home that marries heritage and hosting, architectural themes of period detailing and fluting feature throughout. Embarking on a colour journey of furniture, art selection, decor and soft furnishings, the finished product is a medley that accents the architectural backdrop of black and white with a line up of local furniture artisans, artists and international furniture designers that fills the home with a sense of flow and collaboration.

Lee and David's story is proof that thoughtful design creates spaces that feel truly personal and welcoming, Looking back, I can't help but wonder what their home would have looked like without this process. The end result is a space that reflects who they are, one they love coming home to every day.

Our Bayview Residence is the Woods & Warner version of the Classic Australian Outfitter Home. We have adopted classic Australian architectural elements to ensure our theme is present throughout the home. Tremendous high ceilings, richly detailed architraves, wainscotting and skirting boards, open floor plans, natural materials and neutral colours are just a few examples highlighting these details. Set on Sydney’s Northern Beaches with views onto Pittwater this home has a distinct and contemporary layout and very much is the entertainer’s hub. We have incorporated key features such as a Pool, Tennis Court, Sauna Room, Golf Simulator Space and Gym. These are balanced with large scale lounge and living spaces which builds to the character of the home. Clear design selections were considered to ensure the spaces felt connected despite the scale of the home. Limestone floors mixed with American Oak timbers and luxurious tapware finishes provide a tranquil and elegant approach to the home. Each space prides itself on its own personality, largely created through the use of Autumn and Spring colour choices, bold at times yet given the picturesque landscape backdrop each space nestles easily into the design. There is a harmony between all the elements however the standout is the joinery and wall detailing throughout. Each zone is elevated by the abundance of unique and well thought out design solutions. This home creates an environment that is both functional and inviting, the design selections are simple and require little maintenance, yet the design footprint is remarkable for a growing family to entertain and unwind.

Tones of olive green and brass accents add warmth to this timeless space.

Nestled within Sydney’s historic Millers Point, this 1860s Victorian terrace has been reimagined as a serene family sanctuary—where patina-rich surfaces meet contemporary elegance. The curated interiors tell a story of history-infused maximalism, where every layer reveals a detail in service of heritage, emotion, and craft. Lorena Gaxiola’s poetic vision was to celebrate the family’s tri-cultural identity through salvaged timbers, artisanal finishes, and restrained yet expressive craftsmanship. From reinstated cornices to hand-finished brass accents and kauri floorboards, each intervention evokes a dialogue between past and present. Realising that vision required deft navigation of significant constraints: extensive structural damage from decades of water ingress and termites, heritage restrictions that demanded visual continuity, and tight access that challenged the logistics of modern construction. As designers, we oversaw every detail—from heritage review and documentation to construction coordination and bespoke installations. Threading new electrical, climate, and plumbing systems through fragile timber bones took surgical precision. Yet the results were seamless: original chandeliers revived, floorboards restored or matched with reclaimed timber, and American oak joinery paired with brass trims and marble mosaics brought new life to tired volumes. Design decisions were driven by sustainability, narrative, and craftsmanship. Custom pieces were commissioned from masters in their field—such as Lowe Furniture’s bespoke creations and a custom mural by Indigenous artist Danie Mellor, which pays homage to the family’s cultural roots. Each space was approached with emotion and intentionality, particularly the bathrooms which the client described simply and joyfully as: “The bathrooms make me happy.” Every room in the home unfolds like a story—patterned tiles, textured stone, and layered materials come together to offer intimate moments of discovery. Our commitment extended from spatial planning to final flourishes. We handled styling, soft furnishing installation, custom window treatments, and every curated object. Furniture was sourced locally, materials were salvaged when possible, and thoughtful detailing elevated every corner. The result is a timeless, emotionally resonant home—one that celebrates craftsmanship, elevates functionality, and preserves a precious piece of Sydney’s architectural legacy for generations to come.

In another part of the house, a seldom used study was given a new lease of life with graphic wallpaper and a gold frame around a favourite print. Smart dark green painted cabinetry with polished desktop contrast nicely with textured wool carpet on the floor. Now given the No Chintz treatment, this is now a well used and enjoyed work space.

Kitchen in Mosman home painted by Lower North Share Paint & Maintenance