Above: A solid bluestone wall is a
key feature of the living room. The
colour of the stone is matched by
the new ceramic tile floor that flows
through all the living and circulation
areas. New American oak veneer
cabinetry was added to many rooms,
providing visual continuity. Designer
furniture pieces in the living room
include a B&B Italia sofa, Noguchi
coffee table and Eames chair.
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lost any of its integrity and was
in sound condition.”
Maree says the proportions
of the house set it apart from
many modern reproductions.
“For example, the ceilings
are an ideal height, neither
too high nor too low. Natural
light has been introduced very
intelligently – the little high
windows are perfectly proportioned. The house also has
a wonderful simplicity that
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is hard to find in many new
homes. Nothing is contrived.”
Maree says the pair set
about renovating the property with the help of interior
designer John Bastiras, who is a
long-time friend and the owner
of Luke Furniture. Bastiras has
a particular knowledge and
passion for this era.
“Right from the outset, this
project was about authenticity
and remaining true to the spirit
of the house,” says Maree.
“And because the original
house was built all at once, we
decided the renovation should
not be piecemeal, but also
undertaken in one go.”
Visible changes to the
exterior included new landscaping to accentuate the entry,
and a glossy red paint finish
to the existing meranti timber
cladding at the front.
“This timber could not