Inspiration for a transitional living room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and brown floor.

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Sydney with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, recessed and planked wall panelling.

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Melbourne with a home bar, white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept living room in Central Coast with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

A pair of overlapping coffee tables, part glass part raffia, the textures combining perfectly to add a quiet richness, serve a central function. Scattered across the window seat, the couch and chairs are plump cushions in tans and oranges and blues. Pale blue walls, textured pebble coloured fabric for floor to ceiling drapes all give this room an air of understated luxury. The owner lingers in this room, remembering the time carefully taken over details like finding the perfect sideboard along one wall, the curtains and which way they’d draw back and forth.

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Photo of a modern open concept living room in Brisbane with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and brown floor.

Photo of a beach style living room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and exposed beam.

The living room exemplifies modern minimalist architecture with clean lines and a neutral color palette. Key features include large glass sliding doors for abundant natural light, wooden flooring paired with a central area rug for warmth, and contemporary furnishings. The space harmonizes functionality and aesthetic appeal making it inviting and refined.

Formal enclosed living room with classic Maralunga sofa and bespoke textured roman blinds
Mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Sydney with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Nestled within Sydney’s historic Millers Point, this 1860s Victorian terrace has been reimagined as a serene family sanctuary—where patina-rich surfaces meet contemporary elegance. The curated interiors tell a story of history-infused maximalism, where every layer reveals a detail in service of heritage, emotion, and craft. Lorena Gaxiola’s poetic vision was to celebrate the family’s tri-cultural identity through salvaged timbers, artisanal finishes, and restrained yet expressive craftsmanship. From reinstated cornices to hand-finished brass accents and kauri floorboards, each intervention evokes a dialogue between past and present. Realising that vision required deft navigation of significant constraints: extensive structural damage from decades of water ingress and termites, heritage restrictions that demanded visual continuity, and tight access that challenged the logistics of modern construction. As designers, we oversaw every detail—from heritage review and documentation to construction coordination and bespoke installations. Threading new electrical, climate, and plumbing systems through fragile timber bones took surgical precision. Yet the results were seamless: original chandeliers revived, floorboards restored or matched with reclaimed timber, and American oak joinery paired with brass trims and marble mosaics brought new life to tired volumes. Design decisions were driven by sustainability, narrative, and craftsmanship. Custom pieces were commissioned from masters in their field—such as Lowe Furniture’s bespoke creations and a custom mural by Indigenous artist Danie Mellor, which pays homage to the family’s cultural roots. Each space was approached with emotion and intentionality, particularly the bathrooms which the client described simply and joyfully as: “The bathrooms make me happy.” Every room in the home unfolds like a story—patterned tiles, textured stone, and layered materials come together to offer intimate moments of discovery. Our commitment extended from spatial planning to final flourishes. We handled styling, soft furnishing installation, custom window treatments, and every curated object. Furniture was sourced locally, materials were salvaged when possible, and thoughtful detailing elevated every corner. The result is a timeless, emotionally resonant home—one that celebrates craftsmanship, elevates functionality, and preserves a precious piece of Sydney’s architectural legacy for generations to come.

This materially rich house is designed to make the most of its sub-tropical location. Privacy is maintained from the street through layers of screening and landscape that surround the cobbled forecourt. A scalloped and curved concrete form pushes out towards the street engaging with the neighbourhood with planting spilling down the textured wall. Once visitors pass beneath the planted concrete awning, the water views reveal themselves slowly as you pass through a series of living spaces. This house plan is arranged to encourage prevailing breezes to pass through interior spaces that are rich with natural light. Screening on the first floor shifts dynamically according to required function. Upper screen folds allow views to the sky and tree canopy, while lower folds reveal garden views while maintaining privacy.

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, timber and vaulted.

Mid-sized beach style living room in Adelaide with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and planked wall panelling.

Wall to wall, floor to ceiling shelving, storage and entertainment unit. Consists of seven storage cupboards below, open space for TV and display, adjustable shelving above and floor to ceiling stepped back shelving to fit beside window. Cable management and ventilation throughout. Size: 5m wide x 2.7m high x 0.4m deep Materials: Benchtop in 40mm thick Maxiplywood Birch with two pack gloss lacquer finish. All else painted Dulux Natural white with 30% gloss finish

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Paris with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.