Richmond Cottage Style Edit

Richmond Cottage Style Edit

The single fronted weatherboard terrace screams Melbourne and just like those we hold close to our hearts (hello Minogue sisters and avo toast), we pride ourselves in claiming this style as our own.

So, take a walk with us through this beautifully renovated and Heritage listed, Richmond cottage.

Room by room. Moment by moment.

Get your note taking ready, there is something for everyone in this style edit.

Living

STYLE TIP If this is one of the rooms where you spend so much time in, why not fill it with ‘lovely to touch’ materials?

The Living Edit

TESSA ARMCHAIR BOUCLE, CREAM

FLOWER GOLD ZULTA CUSHION

WOODROW HOURGLASS STUMP

BANKSIAS & KEN DONE’S OUTBACK MELANIE VUGICH

The Living Edit

UNIVERSE IS BIG DHURRIE BLACK AND TAN CHENILLE

BANJO LUNE SOFA IN OATMEAL

SOUNDS LIKE SHE’S SINGING CARLY WILLIAMS

WILD AGATE QUARTZ COFFEE TABLE

Three words for your living room. Start with art. This will set the scene for scale, colour and texture. With 6 metre windows, art has been chosen to complement the natural light and the amazing feeling of open space. If this is one of the rooms where you spend so much time in, why not fill it with ‘lovely to touch’ materials – quartz, linen, boucle and timber will give you the feels to hang out and enjoy the views.

Dining

STYLE TIP Dress walls with art that you’d like to sit and stare at.

The Dining Edit

BOWIE DINING TABLE AMERICAN OAK

CALO PENDANT, SALMON WITH WHITE ROPE

FREYA LEATHER STRAPPING DINING CHAIR IN TAN

THE YOUNG PIONEER DAVE KULESZA

The Dining Edit

FLAT LEATHER DINING CHAIR TEAK & MOSS

CRUMPLED POT IN SKY BLUE GLAZE INTERIOR DEBBIE WEINMANN

TOTANA FLOOR LAMP TERRACOTTA

RATTAN BAR CART CRISS CROSS, NATURAL

Choosing timber for the dining table and chairs was the perfect base for warmth in this home. You want this room to make you linger for a while, so dress walls with art that you’d like to sit and stare at. Elements like vessels, cut flowers or greenery, and coloured glassware dress it up for those non-eating moments and are super easy to move when it’s time for the business of eating!

Kitchen

STYLE TIP Practical pieces mixed with elements of fun, make the ordinary tasks in here so much more doable.

The Kitchen Edit

1950’S GLASS AMBER JUG WITH 3 X GLASSES

NIGHTCAP VYNKA HALLAM

TERRAZZO BOOKEND NATURAL

FLAT LEATHER BAR STOOL TEAK & NATURAL

The Kitchen Edit

LEATHER STRAPPING BAR STOOL, TEAK & BLACK

CRUMPLED VASE - SKY BLUE GLAZE INTERIOR DEBBIE WEINMANN

ONYX BOWL SQUARE

WINE AND TAMMY’S CARISSA KARAMARKO

Finding the perfect combination of business and party creates the best kitchen style. Practical pieces mixed with elements of fun, make the ordinary tasks in here so much more doable. Don’t forget to add small pieces of art like we did, for bench tops and shelving nooks.

Collections of coloured glassware, favourite cook books and vases for edible greenery top off the style brief!

Master Bedroom

STYLE TIP Try adding soothing tones in bed layers, wall layers – and don’t forget that addition of green.

The Master Bedroom Edit

VELVET PANEL BEDHEAD

BONE INLAY 3-DRAWER BEDSIDE, THIN ZIGZAG

MINI MULTI TRIANGLE ZULTA CUSHION

SEA OF LOVE PRINT ANDY STALEY

The Master Bedroom Edit

DELPHI POT LARGE, WHITE

AMANDA DZIEDZIC YUMEMIRU BLUE, MEDIUM

OKINA TABLE LAMP WHITE

BEDOUIN LINEN FLAT SHEET

Cosy is your ultimate goal no matter how big or small your bedroom space is. You know we are fierce in our love for colour here, so try adding soothing tones in bed layers, wall layers – and don’t forget that addition of green. Bringing the outside in with the addition of a sculptural pot is a major win right now.

Guest Bedroom

STYLE TIP Never skimp on style in your guest bedroom.

The Guest Bedroom Edit

FLAT LEATHER BEDHEAD TEAK & NATURAL

BEDOUIN LINEN FITTED SHEET

WOODROW TERRAZZO BEDSIDE TABLE, NATURAL

STILL AND SUNNY ANNIE EVERINGHAM

The Guest Bedroom Edit

HARLEQUIN CLOVER MOON THROW

PINK SPOT BEAD & REEL ZULTA CUSHION

1950’S GLASS CLAM SHELL PINK & MAUVE

ANNA SPIRO CUSHION TATTIE TARTAN

The Richmond cottage knows the rules - never skimp on style in your guest bedroom. We like to think of it as the cousin of the master bedroom, just turned up a notch. We gave it that hotel feel, with pretty throws and cushions and the best bed linen you can find.

After all, this could be the closest that we get to a hotel stay in 2020.

Kids Bedroom

The Kids Bedroom Edit

BLACK MONKEY LAMP STANDING

BRIDGE DARREN WHITE

BLOOMING DHURRIE ROUND

VINTAGE LARGE CONCRETE PENGUIN

The Kids Bedroom Edit

BONE INLAY 4-DRAWER COMMODE, GEOMETRIC

CIRCULAR ASYMMETRY THOMAS GOUWS

MELBOURNE EUCALYPTUS MOON THROW

LOCKNESTERS DINOSAUR PUZZLE LARGE

No two kids are the same, so kids’ room style should also follow in a similar fashion. Mix it up with things that make them smile, whimsy pieces; imagine the style that you would have only dreamt of as a child and go nuts! That being said, remember to choose art that will age with them, often your most treasured pieces have come from your childhood! Serious isn’t necessary in here.

Outdoor

STYLE TIP Mix practical pieces like wire and steel for long lasting beauty.

The Outdoor Edit

BRIGHTON CHAIR ANTHRACITE

ELITE TABLE RECTANGLE, GREEN

TERRAZZO NAXOS TALL POT MEDIUM, PISTACHIO

SPROUT CHAIR WHITE

The Outdoor Edit

DAYDREAMER HANGING CHAIR BLUE LAGOON

BRIGHTON SIDE TABLE ROUND, WHITE

BASIL BANGS BEACH UMBRELLA, DAYDREAM

BREEZE CHAIR BLUE INSIGNIA

Your outdoor space is your summertime oasis. Channel your inside style and keep this flowing through to the outside. Your sense of fun and the colours you love should be reflected in your outside zones too.

For the Richmond Cottage, we loved creating quiet spaces here for an escape for one, but also used larger furniture for the family to enjoy time outdoors together. Mix practical pieces like wire and steel for long lasting beauty. The blend from inside to outside here is seamless!

A Richmond Renovation

With Old World Charm And New School Rules We chatted with the family to learn more about this beautiful renovation.

Inspired by the happy collision of old and new, the transformation of this Victorian heritage listed cottage was a labour of love for owners Larisa & Matt, with alterations to the footing and original structure to create completely new elements and make the home more livable.

Stunning 6-metre windows flood the home with natural light and original features like the fireplaces and signage dating back to 1890 ensure the fresh take on this cottage doesn’t impose on its original charm.

When did you first purchase the house?

We purchased the house in June 2013. It is our first home and we won it with our very last bidding point at what was a very competitive auction!

What original features did you retain with the renovation?

We retained the front cottage and kept the original layout, fireplaces, and windows. We were also able to save some original plasterboard that was signed and dated by either the builder or owner - ‘A. Newman 1890’ – it’s now framed where it was found in the front bedroom.

What were the biggest challenges in this project?

We had to increase the footings because soil quality on the property is poor – and that’s common in Richmond. The original cottage needed re-stumping and straightening – the front door, central fireplaces and the back of the cottage were three different heights!

If you could just pick one favourite element of your home what would it be?

The 5-metre void in the new living room has 6-meter windows – floor to ceiling. It creates a huge sense of space which deceptively makes the house feel larger and floods the room with natural light.

What inspired the aesthetic for this project?

Our architect wanted to create a strong and modern contrast to the charm and heritage of the Victorian cottage. Simply, its old meets new while keeping the design simple and contemporary.

Importantly we stuck to budget!

Can you share with us your top three tips for anyone embarking on a major renovation?

1. Make the effort to study the plans in detail before any building commences so that changes throughout the project are minimised.

Things like electrical layout, door heights, fittings; all the finessing of little details will help avoid variations, which often add to the duration of the project and overall cost.

2. Be aware of choosing aesthetics over practicality. Something may look slightly better but if its impractical you’ll be reminded of it every time you use it.

3. It happens, build often go overtime – think about this when weighing up whether to move in with the in-laws during the reno!

Can you give us a brief overview of the timeline of the whole project?

From start to finish it took three years. That sounds like an especially long time, and sure, it is but that includes our time researching architects and selecting one to help us realise our dream home.

It also includes council planning and documentation, permits, and the construction works.

Once complete our team of interior stylists worked with Larisa & Matt to carry their architectural aesthetic throughout the home with a considered colour palette and balance of eclectic and classic pieces.

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