Lytton Park Residence by Collab Design Studio

Inspired by the old-world charm of the original home, Lytton Park Residence was given a reawakening through the blending of a contemporary sensibility and familiar warmth.

Justine Golden, interior designer at Collab Design Studio, wanted to ensure key elements of the original structure were carried through into the new interpretation of the dwelling. “As this space was my own home, it gave me a blank canvas to build upon, and I kept the flow of the house to respect the harmonious feeling that it possessed,” she says. “I added organic elements by curving walls and opening arches to give the space a fluidity and enhance the overall aesthetic.” Renovating the entirety of Lytton Park House was extensive but was driven by an overarching motivation to make the spaces feel relaxed, welcoming and immersive. Justine mixed vintage and modern pieces that bring their own narrative to the spaces, adding a richness and depth in the process.

Renovating the entirety of Lytton Park House was extensive but was driven by an overarching motivation to make the spaces feel relaxed, welcoming and immersive.

The material selections played a key role in setting the tone of the home. A neutral and muted palette comes together among natural and textured finishes to emphasise comfort and a softness, establishing the home as welcoming yet elevated. Weaving in more traditional finishes, such as Taj Mahal natural stone, helps to anchor the new works in a statement of permanence. “Velvets, chenille and boucle all paired together add layers of texture and warmth,” Justine describes. “Along with the stone we selected, we opted to have these unique berry colours that acted to accentuate the space as its own statement and, together with the integration of herringbone timber floors, this helped to create a more layered and eclectic look.”

By using the existing elements as the base, the new space is formed around structural moments, softening movement between zones. Transforming the existing columns into curved walls integrated a flexibility into the planning, allowing the home to become open to interpretation and shifting functions. “I think the most unique element of the house is its ability to transform depending on its use,” says Justine. “The dining room/lounge is an incredible space that can seat 20 people for dinner with two dining tables at either end. The dining tabletops are removable and the whole room can transform into a lounge for cocktails and a more relaxed vibe.”

A neutral and muted palette comes together among natural and textured finishes to emphasise comfort and a softness, establishing the home as welcoming yet elevated.

Personal and able to transform according to use, Lytton Park Residence is primed for both rest and socialisation. Justine ensures the home is deeply reflective of her lifestyle and conveys a contemporary liveability. “Nothing is too precious,” she says. “The house has proven to be exactly what we hoped – it is a space for our children and their friends to hang out and feel at home, as well as one for us to entertain. The home is a family home first and foremost. I envisioned it to feel interesting and polished but not in an untouchable way.”

Interior design by Collab Design Studio. Build by Jordyn Developments. Artwork by Christel Sadde, Lauren Williams and Jane Lorensten.