Richmond Terrace

Hidden behind an attached miner’s cottage in Richmond, this home was given a fresh, minimalist renovation to reinforce its passive design elements and increase connection to the common areas of the home. We increased the light and perception of space by elevating the kitchen to be on the same floor level as the living and dining area. Changing the palette from warm, earthy, dark tones to a cool, fresh & light scheme with soft timbers and blue natural stone, helped to retain the north light and sense of open-ness. Harmony was further bought to the space by linking the aesthetic of the soft furnishings to the colours within the fixed architectural elements. The client’s naturally minimalist aesthetic was reflected in her new home, offering a sense of belonging and peace in the space. The small footprint of the bathroom meant the bathtub and shower would form a unified wet room to allow for the vanity and toilet to remain within the same space. The laundry was separated from the bathroom by cleverly creating a nook within the hallway for ease of access and subtlety. Being an attached terrace house means there are only windows on one side of the house, so we needed to get as much north light into the space as possible, as well as maximising access to any possible east light. The mezzanine level allowed for light to penetrate from the skylights above, lending daylight to all the living spaces below. The selected finishes were bright, soft, and light in colour, offering the chance to maximise on any natural light within the space.