"The essentials were intact and beautiful, as is true of many traditional row houses in Australia. I think it had been painted yellow and black, but I know it was in very poor condition. We restored everything while preserving the original features. It was clear that we would have to recreate certain elements to match the original ones."
"Inside, all the floors were Versailles parquet, which matched the fireplace surrounds, rosettes, and cornices, all of which were also restored. In terms of ambiance, the owners wanted an elegantly neutral backdrop for the home's characterful details, including their many antique pieces."
"The entrance hall features a green marble console table from Italy, complemented by Gio Ponti lighting and a photograph of Mount Etna by Bill Henson. It's a little Italian entrance, which has continued to incorporate vintage Italian furniture and objects in this interior already rich with European references."
A family purchased a Victorian row house in Potts Point, Sydney, across from their previous Tasmin Johnson-renovated home. The property had remained largely untouched since the 1970s when the neighborhood was known for illicit activities. The area has since gentrified into a desirable residential neighborhood with tree-lined streets and upscale amenities. Johnson added two floors to the original structure and opened up cramped interior spaces while maintaining Victorian character. The neglected facade underwent careful restoration to recreate original elements. Interior finishes include restored Versailles parquet flooring, fireplace surrounds, rosettes, and cornices. The owners chose an elegantly neutral color palette to showcase characterful architectural details and antique collections. Mediterranean and European influences appear throughout, including Italian marble furnishings and vintage pieces.
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