Lavender Bay Apartment
Lavender Bay , NSW
Built by Element Constructions
Landscaping By Outdoor Establishments
Photography by Mark Skye and Natalie Hunfalvay
“Still Space were engaged to design and project manage a balcony expansion which turned into a living room, kitchen, main bedroom and ensuite renovation. The project was challenging, however Nina managed to handle all the obstacles thrown at herself and the builder, from the council, strata management, body corporate, the building itself, as well as suppliers and contractors. Nina showed great patience and skill in providing her service and was a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended.”
— Jason A
We were engaged to transform a tired late 1980’s apartment which was a series of enclosed spaces at odd angles in an amazing harbour setting. The existing layout was reoriented to create a deeper sense of space and access to air, views and light. The kitchen and living areas are stretched along the width of the space , creating horizontal proportions and drawing the eye out to the horizon line and harbour beyond, encouraging full use of the living spaces and outdoor terrace.
The terrace was reconfigured to create a new entertaining space, with landscaping designed to meld with the harbour-front and create a peaceful refuge.
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New garden terrace
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Outdoor terrace
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Outdoor kitchen and bar
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We were engaged to transform a tired late 1980’s apartment which was a series of enclosed spaces at odd angles in an amazing harbour setting. The existing layout was reoriented to create a deeper sense of space and access to air, views and light. The kitchen and living areas are stretched along the width of the space , creating horizontal proportions and drawing the eye out to the horizon line and harbour beyond, encouraging full use of the living spaces and outdoor terrace.
Photography by Mark Skye
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The kitchen becomes a sculptural element in the apartment , with a large island slab , blue lined bar, pantry and fridge block , and textural timber cabinetry. The colours of the harbour are reflected in the ultramarine blue bar area inspired by Brett Whitely’s Lavender Bay series of paintings.
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The apartment has a strong layering of colours and textures. Black pressed porcelain provides a moody backdrop to the living space, grounding the room. Horizontal lines are emphasised in the interior so that your eye travels across the room and out to the horizon.
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A dark joinery cabinet becomes the backdrop to the living area. charcoal stone highlights the gas fireplace and hazy blue toned cabinets reflect the sky colour on the horizon and draw your eye towards the view.
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reconfigured kitchen
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outdoor kitchen
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The ensuite is concealed within a wall of bespoke cabinetry, creating a deep timber lined threshold entry into the bathroom. The bathing space is moody and dark, with deep turquoise mosaic tiles and dark grey tiles.
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Ensuite
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Calming greys and gold give a hint of luxury to this bathing space
