Penthouse Interior, Blakehurst
The Location
Aptly named The Upper Deck this penthouse apartment seemingly floats over the river below. The interior palette gives off a soft golden glow and is a study in colour and texture.
The Client
A busy professional family, downsizing from their family home of 20 years. My lovely client has given me full rein. This was an off-the-plan purchase, and we worked closely throughout the build to ensure the interior detail was customised to their needs.
The Brief
“I know what I’m thinking but I want to see what you come up with”. I love working like this! In fact, I’ve never seen what the client actually had in mind as she loved all of the selections, with the exception of one of the rugs. I knew that might have been a sticking point, so I had a backup for that.
The Penthouse Interior
A classic mix of contemporary pattern and colour. Furniture selections are shapely and are either customised Australian-made or European imports. This home has been designed to be loved forevermore.
Rich velvet and a mix of timbers and textures set the scene for delicious meals. The artwork is one of the few items that came from their previous home and informed the palette throughout.
The second living room covers work, play and contemplation.
The master bedroom with its intricate fabrics, and finely crafted furniture is rich and inviting.
The boys’ bedrooms are layered for deep slumber and comfort.
The Testimonial
“The end result of the interior design is truely stunning! Your vision and attention to detail has transformed the apartment into a beautiful and functional sanctuary and your collaborative work style made the journey a pleasure. We can’t thank you enough.”
During construction
“We’ve been working with Richelle on the interior design of our off-the-plan penthouse. Every aspect of the design has been meticulously thought out. Obstacles have been approached with a creative mindset, finding innovative solutions that perfectly blend functionality and aesthetics. “
“We’re so pleased we engaged Richelle early on as it allowed us to incorporate design improvements that would otherwise not have been possible. Richelle’s interior design and furniture choices are stunning and we can’t wait to see the end result. I wholeheartedly recommend Richelle to anyone in need of exceptional design expertise. Her passion, creativity, and professionalism are truly commendable and she’s a delight to work with”.
Photography: © Maree Homer