a¢ Will Heritage Houses Continue to Exist

17 beautifully updated heritage homes

Australian interior designers and architects have bestowed these handsome heritage homes with a new lease of life.

Feb 15, 2022 5:54am

There is an undeniable charm about heritage homes. Many of these homes are in less than perfect condition and in need of a revamp to restore them to their former glory. These challenges can often push creatives out of their comfort zones, or standard practice, and it is here that real magic tends to be made.

Their ornate detailing, unique designs and rich character make them extremely desirable and particularly special projects for interior designers and architects to work on.

From thoughtful restorations to sympathetic and modern additions, these heritage homes exude a sense of timelessness. Take inspiration from these unique and enviable design elements that have been glorified by some of Australia's top talents.

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A sensitive update to this handsome heritage house has made it fresh and relevant for a family of six. "It was important to respect the history and character of the house but not to make it stuffy," says designer Suzanne Gorman.

Photographer: Prue Ruscoe | Stylist: Amanda Mahoney

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This stunning house in Sydney's eastern suburbs was on a grand scale with traditional features such as arches and decorative ceilings that were to be maintained through the sensitive redesign by Luigi Rosselli Architects. "Texture and tone were really important but we also wanted to strike a balance between minimal interior forms and richly decorated architectural elements," says interior designer Romy Alwill.

Photographer: Prue Ruscoe

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The brief for the revamp of this heritage terrace was to insert modern conveniences while being true to the building's original spirit and to provide adequate space and accommodation for a growing family.

Photographer: Justin Alexander | Design: Renato D'Ettorre

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D'Estaville was originally built in 1859 in the Classical Revival style, and while the current owners admit it was at first imposing, they saw the potential for a softer, more contemporary family home. Working with architect Brett Nixon, director of NTF Architecture, the practice's project architect Ben Ellul, interior designer Tess McKinlay and heritage consultant Miles Lewis, the heritage property is now a place their children and pets roam free.

Photographer: Tom Blachford

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This period Melbourne home was transformed with sophisticated style and a wondrous collection of artwork, heirlooms and vintage pieces. The result is a celebratory clash where pieces like a traditional French bench seat and Spanish table from Holly Hunt in New York live together.

Photographer: Sean Fennessy | Design: Anthony Pie | Stylist: Lucy Montgomery

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Behind its prim and pristine classic facade, this grand Victorian terrace in Sydney's inner west relaxes as a versatile and practical home for an extended family. "We wanted somewhere we could live without it being too precious, that also married the old and new," say the owners.

Photographer: Tom Ferguson | Design: Brenchley Architects, Baldwin & Bagnall | Stylist: Anna Delprat

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In the communal spaces of this historic 19th-century mansion, monochromatic and minimalist furniture is juxtaposed with the highly ornate ceiling roses and intricate mouldings.

Photographer: Timothy Kaye | Build: Glenvill | Stylist: Karin Bochnik

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Interior designer Siobhan Rothwell and her architect husband, William, purchased this 160-year-old sandstone home and sensitively restored it's Victorian Georgian style. A restrained palette was used throughout, inspired by the original sandstone walls, while contemporary touches create a striking contrast between old and new.

Photographer: Nicholas Watt | Stylist: Lucy Montgomery

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Bold colour and contemporary features up the ante in this Victorian terrace and anchor it firmly in a new era courtesy of architect David Luck and Hecker Guthrie.

Photographer: Shannon McGrath

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A clever combination of old and new gives this heritage house a fresh personality that befits its youthful owners. The result is layered vintage that nods to the past, complemented by furnishings, carpets, art and fabrics very much of the present.

Photographer: Anson Smart | Design: Tamsin Johnson

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Design practice Studio 103 took on a time-sensitive project with just three months to complete the renovation and refurbishment of this heritage Victorian terrace in central Melbourne.

Photographer: Dan Hocking | Stylist: Marsha Golemac

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Barely touched since the 1800s, this handsome Victorian house in a leafy Melbourne suburb has a newfound sense of lightness thanks to a robust renovation by Adelaide Bragg. Architect John Watkins was brought in to assist with the structural changes, including a new rear and upstairs addition.

Photographer: Lisa Cohen

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Designer Mardi Doherty's approach to this Melbourne home was to strike a balance between a new, pared-back aesthetic and allowing the existing features to shine.

Photographer: Sean Fennessy | Stylist: Heather Nette King

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Tanya Hancock Architects was tasked with transforming this Gothic Revival house into a light-filled family home. "We were focused on restoring the incredible heritage elements but we also wanted sleek design," says the owner.

Photographer: Prue Ruscoe | Stylist: Alexandra Gordon

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With a keen interest in architecture and interior design, owner and health professional Peter Stewart tackled the renovation of this Victorian terrace, with the help of a heritage architect. While respecting its heritage and period features the home was injected with a subtly modern aesthetic.

Photographer: Dave Wheeler

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The original section of this Sydney home revamped by architect Telly Theodore features a muted and timeless colour palette, while heritage details including the ceiling roses and wainscoting have been preserved.

Photographer: Tom Ferguson

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The stately French-inspired home on Wollumbi Estate dates back to the 1900s. Its current owner was careful to exercise restraint when renovating to ensure it maintained its authenticity with its vaulted wooden ceilings, French doors, stone fireplaces and original architraves.

Photographer: Abbie Mellé | Stylist: Isabella Walker-Smith

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