Perched in a prized Sydney harbour setting, this project set out to breathe new life into a home that had remained largely unchanged since the late 1980s. The brief was clear: modernise the residence while fully embracing its extraordinary outlook across the water.
Seeking a contemporary family home that balanced refinement with functionality, the owners wanted a design that respected the original character of the house, yet unlocked its full potential. With harbour views available from multiple vantage points, the design focused on reshaping the internal layout to create a more fluid, connected floor plan that draws the landscape into everyday living.
By carefully reworking existing service areas, the design introduced a series of new spaces previously absent from the home, including a cellar, sauna and gym. A new first floor main bedroom suite with an expansive private terrace, multiple lounge zones and a secluded study retreat further elevate the home, offering spaces for both retreat and connection.
The result is a considered transformation of a luxury residence, one that honours its past while delivering a modern, light filled home designed to take full advantage of its remarkable harbour setting.
