Yvonne Menegol

H Creations - Adam McGrath

Behind the rolling hills of Arthurs Seat sits “The Farm”, a coastal getaway and future permanent residence for our clients. The modest three bedroom brick home will be renovated and a substantial extension added. The footprint of the extension re-aligns to face the beautiful landscape of the western valley and dam. The new living and dining rooms open onto an entertaining terrace. The distinct roof form of valleys and ridges relate in level to the existing roof for continuation of scale. The new roof cantilevers beyond the extension walls creating emphasis and direction towards the natural views.

Our clients approached us after completing the redevelopment of their home, with one area left largely untouched—the dining room. Once a central gathering spot, it had become a bare, underutilised space. After a friendly recommendation led them to Hobson’s Choice, we provided the thoughtful solution they had been seeking to breathe new life into this important part of their home. A key feature the Spratlings requested for their bar area was a wine wall. As avid collectors who frequently visit Bordeaux, they wanted to showcase some of their fine wine collection in their home rather than storing it all elsewhere. The goal was to create a space where they could both display and enjoy their wine.

Heartbeat House transforms a modest Victorian cottage into a welcoming, multi-generational home centred on family and wellbeing. Our clients wanted a space that fosters social gatherings while ensuring privacy for their family of four, including our client's live-in mother. The home balances openness and togetherness, blending indoor and outdoor experiences seamlessly. The original cottage houses bedrooms, bathrooms and multi-use spaces, transitioning to a modern extension featuring soft Victorian Ash cabinetry, a double-vaulted ceiling, and large windows that open to lush, landscaped gardens. The private garden sanctuary, elevated above street level, creates a suburban oasis, designed in collaboration with Saint Remy. Inside, custom joinery ensures thoughtful storage, making communal spaces versatile. A hidden study nook and bar transition easily from work to play. The materials palette features lime-washed Victorian Ash timber, polished concrete floors, and Australian-sourced materials, balancing softness with strength. The result is a harmonious home where multiple generations can live together, with flexible spaces for socializing and retreat. Heartbeat House celebrates meaningful togetherness, offering a peaceful and functional suburban escape.

Katherine Lu

Bar

Home Bar Design

A stunning contemporary bar cabinet with sliding tambour doors, interior fridge and lighting

A beautiful bespoke luxury in-frame Shaker style kitchen in Beckenham. The units are painted in sophisticated Off Black from Farrow & Ball and are coupled with stunning stone features in Moonrock Quartzite - the full height stone splashback, shelf and stunning waterfall island. Bespoke features include a large integrated pantry cupboard and bar unit; both with pocket doors, a brass Quooker tap, handles from Buster & Punch and appliances from Siemens, Fisher & Paykel and Air Uno.

CLASSIC PROVINCIAL - Custom designed home bar featuring an 'in-house' profile - Hand painted 'brush strokes' finish - Custom wine bottle holder - Feature glass display doors, with full glass internals and recessed LED round lights - 40mm mitred Talostone 'Carrara Classic' benchtop - Talostone 'Carrara Classic' splashback - Ornante 'rustic copper' handles and knobs - Integrated bar fridge - 1 x Integrated rollout bin - Drinks caddy - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Bespoke, built in home bar