Grooves, Greens & Graceful Living

From the street, this old girl looks a little brighter these days, but there’s still no hint of the transformation that waits inside. What was once a tired interior has been completely reimagined through a full renovation and extension, breathing new life into every corner while holding onto the home’s original charm.

Drawing inspiration from the traditional VJ groove lining found in the existing structure, the renovation thoughtfully echoes this detail in key areas such as the living room feature wall and the bathroom vanity wall, creating a subtle connection between old and new. The bathroom now feels like a personal retreat, complete with a generous shower niche, heated vertical towel rails, and a custom wood-look vanity topped with stone. Twin square mirrors sit beneath a skylight, filling the space with soft, natural light and elevating the overall sense of comfort and calm.

Underfoot, the warmth of stained Baltic pine flooring grounds the home in its heritage, polished to bring out its rich grain and timeless character. Towards the back, the laundry has become a standout space in its own right. Bathed in natural light, it features country groove thermolaminate cabinetry, a stone benchtop, a farmhouse sink with elegant gooseneck tapware, a tiled splashback, and a practical overhead drying rail. Nearby, the powder room makes a striking impression with a full-height feature wall of patterned tiles that add colour and personality.

The kitchen has been completely replaced with fresh sage green cabinetry, creating a gentle, welcoming palette that flows into the open-plan dining and living area. These communal spaces open out onto a rear deck, sheltered by a pergola and framed by a lush, established garden. The rear façade continues the design story with a combination of cladding materials, including rendered walls and tiled sections that add texture and depth.

Outside, the home’s facelift is complete with a full repaint, a new front fence, a freshly laid side pathway, and restored fretwork that brings the original verandah back to life. It’s a home transformed — quietly elegant, deeply functional, and full of thoughtful details that honour its past while embracing a brighter future.