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The Church: Revolutionizing Heritage Real Estate in Sydney

Stunning brick interior with arched windows, modern black kitchen island, and a small dog.

The Church in Sydney, Australia, showcases a stunning transformation from a historic community church to a contemporary house. Designed by Michiru Higginbotham in 2022, this three-level dwelling expertly marries the original heritage-listed architecture with modern elements, creating a breathtaking living space. The design retains the integrity of the church’s exterior while introducing a modern interior highlighted by unique geometries, material selection, and innovative lighting solutions.

Capella Sydney Hotel: Blending Heritage with High-End Hospitality

Elegant indoor garden with pendant lights, lush greenery, and contemporary furnishings.

Discover the Capella Sydney Hotel, designed by Make Architects and located in Sydney, Australia. This 5-star hotel within the historic Sandstone Precinct combines Edwardian Baroque sophistication with modern luxury. With a heritage-listed facade and contemporary amenities across 192 guest rooms, it’s a testament to exquisite design harmonizing with Sydney’s vibrant city life.

Black Diamond: Sydney’s Boutique Hotel-Style Home

Modern living room with plush sofas, wooden floors, and a staircase.

Discover Black Diamond, a three-story house in Sydney, Australia, artfully reimagined by YSG Studio. This 2023 renovation transforms a once-oppressive space into a tranquil, tactile haven, blending boutique hotel luxury with intimate, gem-hued living spaces. Experience the seamless flow from indoor to outdoor areas, now showcasing stunning Sydney Harbour views. Delight in the home’s unique design elements: from a kitchen island glittering like its namesake to cleverly placed lighting and materials that enhance the sensory experience.

Step inside this architectural masterpiece, where every detail echoes the tranquility and vibrancy of its coastal setting.

Leichhardt House: Sydney’s 1882 Cottage Turned Modern Marvel

Leichhardt House: Sydney’s 1882 Cottage Turned Modern Marvel

In the vibrant heart of Sydney, Australia, the Leichhardt House stands as a testament to artful rejuvenation. This former 1882 worker’s cottage, redesigned by Porebski Architects in 2022, beautifully weaves the elegance of contemporary design into its historic two-story structure.

Every nook and cranny of this property, from its intelligent use of light to its rich internal textures, resonates with the charm of Sydney’s inner-west and the innovative spirit of modern Australian living.

Wyer & Co Warehouse: A Workplace Sanctuary in Sydney

Wyer & Co Warehouse: A Workplace Sanctuary in Sydney

Harnessing a shared affinity for nature, Daniel Boddam Studio has transformed the corporate space of Wyer & Co Warehouse in Sydney, Australia into an uplifting sanctuary.

Filled with sustainable materials, locally crafted furniture, verdant landscaping and natural light, the space reflects the designer’s shared reverence for nature and their interest in connecting people to place.

Quarry-Box: A Contemporary Home That Defies Convention

Quarry-Box: A Contemporary Home That Defies Convention

Set in the vibrant city of Sydney, Australia, the Quarry-Box project is a contemporary house designed by MCK Architecture + Interiors in 2022.

Its unique location, on a compact former quarry, with a steep rock escarpment defining almost two edges of the buildable area, inspired a vertical outcome that maximizes access to the district and coastal views. The plan-efficient new home includes three levels, with an entry + living zone on the ground floor, bedrooms on the first floor, and an additional level above that with stunning views of the city. The Quarry-Box project provides a young growing family with an efficient and modest home, with moments and memories to be shared.

Pacific House: Where Contemporary and Neo-Classicism Meet on a Sydney Cliffside

FeaturedPacific House: Where Contemporary and Neo-Classicism Meet on a Sydney Cliffside

Introducing Pacific House, a contemporary residence located in Sydney, Australia. Designed by Alexander & Co. in 2022, Pacific House has been transformed from its 1990s concrete-framed cliffside dwelling into a five-bedroom home that is perfect for family life.

The design of the house was inspired by the client’s European Story of Origin and optimized for views from each room. The exterior facades feature terraces, gardens, balconies and planted edges while inside you can find ceiling details that are focal points throughout each room. Despite complex construction demands due to coastal exposure, Pacific House was eventually breathing new life into an old maid allowing her once again to feel both then & now aged & contemporary ready for her next 30 or so years!

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