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Redfern Terrace House by Brace Design is a thoughtful renovation and extension of a classic inner Sydney townhouse, blending functionality with contemporary style while honouring its historic charm. A small front bedroom was reconfigured into a walk-in robe, seamlessly integrating with the main bedroom and bathroom to form a spacious, private suite. Timber panels along the hallway artfully conceal doors and stairs, creating a streamlined entryway. Upstairs, the roof space was transformed into a cozy guest bedroom with an ensuite. At the rear, an open-plan kitchen and dining area bathed in natural light connects beautifully to the garden, showcasing practical and elegant design solutions.

Photography by Tom Ferguson.

The project involved architects AB Design Studio collaborating with Tamara Honey, founder of House of Honey, to transform a modest 1950s wood cabin nestled in a rock quarry between the Santa Barbara foothills and the Santa Ynez mountains. Surrounded by massive boulders, the single-story home now features an expanded wrap-around wood deck. A central hallway connects the updated kitchen and living areas to a spacious new master suite. Named Honey House, the design captures the area’s artistic and Zen heritage—once home to bohemian poets, writers, and artists—by preserving original features and incorporating reclaimed stone found on the property. (Landscape by Progressive Environmental Industries.)

Photography by Jason Rick.

Somers House by Kennedy Nolan serves as a weekender, summerhouse and a family gathering space for the owners’ children, partners and grandchildren. Blending architecture and interior design into a unified approach, it exemplifies harmony between form, space and material. With charred timber cladding, ochre render and oiled Douglas Fir, the home offers a tactile, resilient design suited to its wild Westernport Bay setting. The palette, inspired by Gija artist Queenie McKenzie and Luis Barragán’s vibrant hues, balances robustness and warmth. Every element—from red travertine to textured finishes—creates a sanctuary where privacy and togetherness coexist, celebrating timelessness, weathered beauty and distinctly Australian coastal aesthetics.

Photography by Derek Swalwell.

A stately Victorian home in the Garden District undergoes a transformation reversing a dated renovation with stylish upgrades including fixtures from England. At the soul of this renovation project is a building in need of repair due to damages by Hurricane Ida, an inefficient chopped-up layout and neglect from prior owners. The design team proposed removing the existing non-original staircase and installing a straight stair extending to the rear, pushing it slightly back to open the living room up to the grand foyer space and dining room with two plaster archways. Before the renovation, the second floor center hall was occupied by numerous interior closets with low ceilings. The design team proposed restoring the center hall allowing for better circulation and spatial clarity. The kitchen area was expanded from the original footprint to capture a small sitting area adjacent to the main kitchen area. The primary bathroom prior to the renovation was an empty shell of a space with a freestanding tub and toilet next to the existing fireplace.
What an absolutely stunning home! If I had the chance to visit this home, I’d have ended up with heart palpitations by the time I got to that glorious front door. I am DYING over those archways in the foyer and that kitchen is so dreamy. Architect: Studio BKA; Contractor: Entablature; Photography: Jacqueline Marque; Styling: Suzonne Stirling.

No.8 is a carefully restored townhouse, the result of a meticulous three-year renovation. From the outside, its heritage features like the new roof, sash windows, and lime-rendered facade honour the conservation area’s history. Inside, a bold transformation unfolds, showcasing thoughtful craftsmanship with custom timber doors, double-height spaces, and an indoor-outdoor flow. HUTCH‘s vision turned this once-dark home into a vibrant sanctuary, blending modern and natural elements. Iconic collectibles, warm textures, and playful, curated spaces create a uniquely inviting interior, bridging classic elegance and contemporary design in an inspiring urban revival.

Photography by Helen Cathcart.