Avenue Residence.
A grand 1935-era residence, has been meticulously restored and renovated, transforming it into a home of present-day splendour while preserving its original charm.
The renovation reimagined all sections of the floor plan to create a functional and spacious layout, best for family living and entertaining.
A number of key changes include the re-imagination of an internal courtyard, now extended to house a butler’s pantry and a dedicated mudroom, conveniently located next to the garage. The kitchen, once isolated, has been relocated to form an open-plan space that seamlessly connects the dining and living areas to new outdoor entertaining spaces.
The heart of the home— the kitchen is now the ultimate cook’s and entertainer’s dream. With generous custom oak joinery with slimline shaker profile and stone benchtops and splashback complete with enviable freestanding 7 burner cooker in Navy and gold trim exudes understated luxury. The island brass feature lighting compliments the range cooker and custom joinery details. The Butler’s pantry’s compliments the kitchen with cohesive colour palette and material finishes and generous storages for entertaining behind the scenes.
The Kitchen’ overlooks the new dedicated study/kids’ zone, which was once the meal area. New steel framed windows and doors have been installed to fill the home with natural light, offering beautiful views of the new outdoors entertaining spaces. A new double sided fireplace complete with custom stone surrounds to ties into the newly created space.
The lounge and dining areas have been reimagined as a formal lounge and library, emphasising the stunning coffered ceiling and custom joinery. The bedrooms have been thoughtfully renovated, with custom joinery and added storage spaces, providing both style and practicality.
The original master bedroom has been converted into a flexible playroom, with a reconfigured main bathroom and a new powder room for guests. The timber stairwell has been refinished, with sanding and re-staining to restore its natural beauty and remove age-related discolouration.
Upstairs, the floor plan has been reconsidered to create a luxurious, boutique-inspired master suite. This space includes a dedicated walk-in robe, a reconfigured ensuite with a new soaker tub, and ample vanity space with practical storage. Additionally, a custom joinery-designed private study has been added, perfect for work or quiet contemplation.
A timeless, organic colour palette and material finishes have been consistently used throughout the home, with elegant navy tones complementing the dark timber stairwell. The home exudes a sense of both modernity and warmth, blending contemporary elements with a nod to its storied past.
Celebrating the original architectural form The Pavilion pool house is a highlight, featuring a playful combination of green and blue tones inspired by the lush landscaping and the refurbished swimming pool. Outdoors, the space has been carefully curated with new paved walkways, connecting to the revamped pool area and a new outdoor entertaining terrace complete with built-in BBQ facilities. The pool house itself includes a kitchenette, powder room, and shower facilities, ensuring that entertaining is easy and enjoyable year-round.
This extensive renovation has transformed this home into a sophisticated, modern family home, designed with both functionality and style in mind.
Architecture by Urban Habitats
Interiors by Urban Habitats
Build by Urban Habitats
