Melfort Townhouses by Conrad Architects | DSPAGES

 

IN RECENT…

years, Melbourne’s leafy Hawthorn neighborhood has emerged as one of the Australian city’s most desirable places to live. So, when a rare, Georgian-style mansion hit the market, Paul Conrad of Conrad Architects jumped at the opportunity to re-imagine a classic of the past for modern day living. The result is Melfort by Conrad Architects – a stunning series of five townhomes inspired by a single classical shell.

 

Sculptural Staircase by Conrad Architects | DSPAGES

 

THE FIRST…

town house is located within in the original home, while the remaining four are accommodated by a sensitive addition built out from the back.

 

Monochrome Living Room | DSPAGES

 

Georgian Style Home Renovation | DPAGES

 

Luxury Kitchen Design | DPAGES

 

Light Wood Kitchen Design | DPAGES

 

FOR CONRAD…

working within a historical building brought distinct challenges. For starters, the mansion, which was built in 1935, required considerable renovation. At the same time, Conrad saw a rare opportunity to harness the richness of the building’s historical character. “Georgian architecture is characterized by balance” he said, “it is typically symmetrical with classical proportions, and ornamentation is used sparingly.”

 

Modern Living Room | DPAGES

 

Contemporary Living Room Design | DPAGES

 

DRAWING…

on these existing characteristics, the Conrad team created a contemporary design language based on minimalism and restraint. Pairing understated materials with fine details, the new townhomes evoke a distinctly European sensibility. Throughout each residence, pale oak wood flooring and kitchen joinery set a core neutral palette while Carrara marble details in the kitchen, bathrooms, and fireplaces adds a luxurious gravitas.

 

Minimal Bathroom Design | DPAGES

 

A MASTERFUL…

balance of heritage and contemporary style, this is timeless Australian living at its forward-looking best. Swoon!

 

Luxury Bathroom Design | DPAGES

 

Bathroom Skylight | DPAGES

 

Design: Conrad Architects

Imagery: Third Aesthetic