SPEED READ

» When the owner bought this inner-city heritage terrace in 2016, it had been empty for 20 years, save for the pigeons. » The four-level home comprised a warren of rooms lacking flow and indoor-outdoor connection but with many original features. » Architect Tom Ferguson of TFAD was tasked to bring it into the 21st century, overlaying a contemporary aesthetic within the original shell. The living areas have been opened up and a rumpus room added on the lower ground that connects with the courtyard. » A neutral palette that celebrates materials such as dark-stained timbers and marble is a backdrop to an eclectic furniture collection, creating a fascinating juxtaposition with the home’s original features.