When interior design firm Made by Cohen and Robson Rak Architects & Interior Designers collaborated on overhauling an Edwardian home in a Melbourne suburb, their main goal was to modernize the structure while still preserving its historical significance.
The team maintained the original front facade, but made significant changes inside. Before the renovation, the interior was extremely dark, a common downside of old buildings. Rebuilding the home to maximize natural light turned out to be a challenge because the client — a family of four — wanted to maintain a level of privacy. To bring in more light, the team decided to frame the desirable garden views and install deep-sculptural windows. The new, delightfully unexpected interior is fresh, with its use of honest materials and clean lines, but is still neutral enough to feel timeless.
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