When Drawing Room Architecture first walked through this Melbourne home, it was a mash-up of Arts and Crafts tradition with playful Memphis details, thanks to a 1989 remodel of the original 1940s structure.

“Its central identity was confused,” said the firm. “It was a house that held many stories, but they were muffled and haphazardly layered one over another. We needed to pick these pieces apart and put them back together in harmony.”

Before: The Kitchen

After: The Kitchen

Before: The Hallway

After: The Hallway

Before: The Dining and Living Room

After: The Dining and Living Room

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Before: The Staircase

After: Staircase

Before: The Master Bedroom

After: The Master Bedroom

After: The Kids' Room

After: The Exterior

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Project Credits:

Architect of Record, Interior Design: Drawing Room Architecture / @drawingroomarchitecture

Painter: Hank Hadenske

Styling: The Sustainable Stylist

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