FINE DINING
In a textbook example of adding value, a storage area in this Melbourne home has been reconfigured and refurbished as a cosy dining room. “We now enjoy entertaining in a space we never used before,” say the delighted owners. Newly restored mouldings pay respect to the home’s Edwardian provenance. A sculptural light fitting hits a contemporary note, its ovoid shapes echoed in the table ornaments, while a solid table and slim-legged chairs strike a dynamic balance of strength and grace. Taking pride of place is a Nicholas Harding painting, which lightens the mood and informs the sophisticated colour scheme.