SIMPLE & ELEGANT

17The key to this successful refurbishment lies in the seamless marriage between old and new. The Victorian-era architectural features of this Sydney home have been honoured and complemented by a selection of contemporary furniture, finishes, fittings, lighting and artwork. “I love the simplicity and elegance of the room,” says the owner. High ceilings maintain the heritage grandeur of the space while the new core materials – American walnut, linen, leather and bronze – enliven and lift the decor.