A unique and character-filled home in Sydney’s inner-west suburb of Forest Lodge, Inner-western is an example of living well, in less space. Upon meeting the clients, it was evident that this would be a special project. They’re a creative couple with an eye for funky furniture and art with a ‘Western’ edge. The previously tired terrace now shines with personality in every room. Due to the strict heritage controls over the property, no additional floor area was created, instead, it was an exercise in recompositing of the existing layout, improving the flow through the home, and providing adequate space for their two young children, as well as spaces for their work and hobbies. Upon entering the pastel-pink front door, instead of being confronted with a dark hallway typical of a terrace home, you’re welcomed by a generous volume of well-lit space, and an open-tread feature staircase. The original ceiling was completely removed to create a double-height void over the entry. A skylight positioned above the staircase allows light to filter through into the home. Upstairs is a quiet attic art studio, with views over the Jacaranda trees beyond. The lowest level contains a new built-in dining area and kitchen which are directly connected to the private rear garden. The efficient floor plan contains 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, laundry with W.C., kitchen, dining area and living room. Finishes throughout include original exposed brickwork, light oak timber herringbone flooring, and touches of pastel colours, complemented by a colourful collection of artwork and objects.

‘Oh What A Ceiling!’ ingeniously transformed a tired mid-century brick veneer house into a suburban oasis for a multigenerational family. Our clients, Gabby and Peter, came to us with a desire to reimagine their ageing home such that it could better cater to their modern lifestyles, accommodate those of their adult children and grandchildren, and provide a more intimate and meaningful connection with their garden. The renovation would reinvigorate their home and allow them to re-engage with their passions for cooking and sewing, and explore their skills in the garden and workshop.

Focused around a substantial subterranean space meticulously detailed to capture the emotive movement of water and the refraction of light and sound. This artful melding of materials resonates with movement, tone, volume, submersion, texture and reflection. The lap pool looks like it is carved from natural stone. The battered walls weep with trickling water and creates a grotto-like shimmer reflecting off the ceiling.

Photo of a modern staircase in Paris.

Photo of a staircase in Other.

Dettaglio della scala elicoidale, realizzata su misura
This is an example of a modern staircase in Florence.

Architecture & Interiors: Studio Esteta Photography: Sean Fennessy Located in an enviable position within arm’s reach of a beach pier, the refurbishment of Coastal Beach House references the home’s coastal context and pays homage to it’s mid-century bones. “Our client’s brief sought to rejuvenate the double storey residence, whilst maintaining the existing building footprint”, explains Sarah Cosentino, director of Studio Esteta. As the orientation of the original dwelling already maximized the coastal aspect, the client engaged Studio Esteta to tailor the spatial arrangement to better accommodate their love for entertaining with minor modifications. “In response, our design seeks to be in synergy with the mid-century character that presented, emphasizing its stylistic significance to create a light-filled, serene and relaxed interior that feels wholly connected to the adjacent bay”, Sarah explains. The client’s deep appreciation of the mid-century design aesthetic also called for original details to be preserved or used as reference points in the refurbishment. Items such as the unique wall hooks were repurposed and a light, tactile palette of natural materials was adopted. The neutral backdrop allowed space for the client’s extensive collection of art and ceramics and avoided distracting from the coastal views.

Photography: Pablo Veiga, Styling: Claire Delmar
Photo of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Sydney with wood risers and glass railing.

Roger Oates Swanson Light Grey stair runner carpet from the Shetland Collection fitted to white painted staircase in Fulham London
Photo of a mid-sized victorian wood l-shaped staircase in London with wood risers and wood railing.

These are some pictures from a job we recently completed in Crookston, Glasgow. This is a bit of a speciality of ours here at Allfloors. We had previously fitted Karndean in downstairs areas (a few years ago), and the customer wanted this extended onto the stairs and top landing. We fitted this lovely Tartan carpet on each tread, and fitted the same Karndean on the Risers of each step, to match the top landing and bottom hall. There are not many companies producing this look, and we believe we were one of the first (around 11 or 12 years ago). Lovely floor – proud of this one, and the fitters have done an amazing job, as always !

This is an example of a staircase in London.

Jahn Ehlers
Photo of a large modern u-shaped staircase in Frankfurt with open risers.

Inspiration for a contemporary wood staircase in London with wood risers.

Plain stair carpet runner to engineered oak floor in hall. All the pine coloured stairs and spindles were stripped and painted white eggshell, whilst the handrail was left natural Photo - Style Within

Inspiration for an eclectic staircase in London.

This is an example of a contemporary wood curved staircase in London with wood risers.

Rafael Debreu
Design ideas for a contemporary wood curved staircase in London with wood risers.

Cleeves House Staircase
Traditional u-shaped staircase in Berkshire.

L'escalier, qui mène aux chambres d'enfants, se distingue par son architecture : un escalier japonais combinant claustra et rangement pour le grand espace palier, un nouvel espace dédié aux enfants, aux jeux.