Renovation and restoration were key protagonists in this tale of two architectural styles spanning more than a century. Interweaving the past and the future, this home in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs draws on dual narratives, but they share the same attention to detail, craftsmanship and earthy material selection. The result is a harmonious whole that’s punctuated with delightful twists and surprises at every turn, thanks to an inspired collaboration between architect Madeleine Blanchfield and heritage architect Zoltan Kovacs.
Madeleine was already working on a project for the family, when this 1907 pile came on the market six years ago. “This was our favourite house in the area and we had always wanted to buy it,” says the owner. “Before we bought our
