This Canberra residence was renovated with a clear intention: to elevate an existing home, rich in personal history, rather than replace it. The design balances contemporary refinement with respect for craftsmanship already embedded within the building.
Open planning and clean lines bring clarity to previously segmented spaces. Original slate floors and bespoke timber elements were retained, grounding the interior and preserving emotional continuity. Reconfigured living areas improve light and flow, creating rooms that feel generous and composed.
The kitchen and bathrooms were redesigned using a restrained material palette, with stone, timber, and metal selected for longevity and tactile quality. Detailing is subtle, allowing craftsmanship to take precedence. The resulting home feels calm and thoughtful — a sophisticated domestic environment where memory, material integrity, and modern living coexist in quiet harmony.
