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Brendan Wong is well-known for its signature style of providing
an unexpected interior space, which is reflective in the interior
design of a heritage home in the East of Sydney, originally built
around 1890. To accommodate the needs of a modern and growing
family, Brendon Wong Design created a luxuriously contemporary
and clever sanctuary where the clients’ were looking for classic
architectural integrity and a special interest in collections of art.
“Our clients were very keen for their home to be comfortable
and welcoming. We achieved this by layering rich textures and
keeping the palette natural, so it’s visually interesting but still
calm,” disclosed Wong. Embracing Sydney’s sophisticated side the
structure came together by combining furnishings that are elegant
yet comfortable and robust. The forms, materials and details present
intriguing twists which blend perfectly in the furniture and lighting
pieces. The grand ceilings allow the introduction of contemporary
chandeliers to update and illuminate the period details of the
generously proportioned living spaces, grounded by the textural
underpinning of wool and silk hand knotted rugs.
A custom designed lucite desk is positioned centrally between the
formal dining and living spaces. The large landscape painting by
Alexander McKenzie in the dining room inspired the bold overview
of emerald green in the velvet dining chairs and the stunningly
faceted foyer cabinet. The modern bedrooms have an extremely
flourish and tailored feel while the master bedroom has a tan leather
custom bedhead as a focal point. The luxurious ambience in this
sets is defined by the warm palette and fine linen drapery. Due to
the seamless and regal use of colour, the house evokes the grandeur
of the building in a modern manner, take, for example, the deep
emeralds and mustard yellow tones. Adding to the high impact
interior is Brendan’s expert curation of statement furniture and décor
which several were custom-made. A gem-like console in the entry
foyer, hand-cut and faceted mirrors, or the geometric chandeliers
that protrude from ornate ceiling roses. Undeniably this home is
distinguished by a modern eclecticism that focuses on supreme
details. Altogether, the house is now improved with nuanced spaces
that have a fresh mix of warmth and modern luxury.
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