Type: Healthcare
Client: Kalyna Care
Size: 1,116m2
Location: Delahey, VIC, AU
Status: Stage 1 Completed
As part of a larger scope of works, Melbourne architect Thextonsmith were engaged to complete a significant refurbishment of the existing Kalyna Care facility. A detailed review and design process was undertaken to achieve a bright, new contemporary look focusing on resident and visitor experience, whilst maintaining the facility’s Ukranian heritage.
The entry, resident living and administration spaces were refurbished, with the creation of additional resident spaces due to efficient design and furniture layouts. Due to the age and design of the original facility, limited activity space was available to residents, so a new social hub was created with a courtyard pavilion café, connecting existing resident groups and inviting life and activity into the heart of the facility.
Approximately 40 existing resident rooms were refurbished, with conversion of 10 existing rooms to eight premium rooms. An understated sense of luxury within resident rooms was created with the addition of a fabric bed head, new joinery in walnut laminates and full-length curtains and sheers. Premium rooms feature a raised coffer ceiling, banquette seating, kitchenette and sitting area opening directly onto a semi-private alfresco courtyard.
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Client: Vita Healthcare
Size: 180m2
Location: Mornington, VIC, AU
Status: Completed
Services: Architecture, Interior Architecture, Project Management, Superintendency
Located off Nepean Highway in Mornington, this project designed by Melbourne architect Thextonsmith saw the conversion of a four-bedroom residence into a set of medical consulting suites with five practitioner rooms and an office.
External works consisted of new permeable asphalt car parking, bicycle parking, soft and hard landscaping, external clean and refurbishment, DDA access ramp and street signage. Internal works involved converting four bedrooms into consulting suites and an office, the creation of two new consulting rooms, a staff kitchen, DDA toilet facilities, a utility room, reception and a waiting area.
The project was completed in September 2020 during the Covid-19 Pandemic, alongside Victorian Government Covid restrictions.
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Type: Healthcare
Client: TLC Aged Care
Services: Architecture, Interiors, Project Management, Superintendency
Size: 9,687m2
Location: Whittlesea, VIC, AU
Status: Completed
Located in a growing region on the urban-rural fringe of Melbourne, this project designed by Melbourne architect Thextonsmith required the extensive redevelopment of an existing 90-bed aged care facility, doubling it in size and transforming it into a 180-bed facility.
True to the facilities name and the clients brief, the internal spaces are bright, generous and welcoming. Cathedral ceilings create dramatic volumes in living and public areas, with finishes in muted oak tones, rich carpets and warm white. With subtle textures added to the cathedral ceilings and passage wall panelling by incorporating grooved linings, a layered and textural effect was created.
Social facilities include a café, cinema/virtual reality room, activity rooms and various living, dining and sitting rooms. Beauty therapy facilities were created with a high-end salon- like experience through the use of stone and marble look finishes, edge lit mirrors and a refined selection of fixtures.
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Client: Heritage Care
Collaborators: FF&E by Distinctive Decor
Size: 9,4610m2
Location: Epping, VIC, AU
Status: Completed
Situated aside Edgars Creek wetlands, this two-level 148 bed aged care facility has been thoughtfully designed by Melbourne architect Thextonsmith to reflect the natural beauty of its surroundings and make the most of the unobstructed views to the west.
Internally resident spaces open to expansive courtyards, allowing natural light to flood the interior spaces. A warm and inviting experience was created with the generous use of natural timber internally, contrasting with a bright white base. Natural earthy tones were continued in the flooring, ceiling and tile selections, resulting in a harmonious grouping of spaces with a real sense of humanity and nature. As one visitor noted “Earthy, spiritual and not just a five star hotel”.
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Client: Confidential
Size: Varies
Location: NSW, AU
Status: In Progress
Situated in a prime Sydney suburb overlooking Sydney Harbour and the CBD, designed by Melbourne architect Thextonsmtih, Piper House will provide its inhabitants with luxurious and sensuous apartment living.
With floor to ceiling glazing framing city and harbour views, the generous living spaces provide for entertaining whilst intimate private spaces cater for relaxed family living – all set in a luxurious palette of rich and textural finishes.
Warm timber parquet floors contrast with rich dark toned timber veneer cabinetry, polished marble and off form concrete. A splash of Luxe is added via feature light fittings and architectural detailing in brass. The private spaces of the master bedroom and ensuite combine plush carpets with brass detailing, fluted glass, dark timber and Nero Marquino marble to create an intimate sanctuary with panoramic city views.
Contemporary designer furniture in velvets and leather accompany key artworks and eclectic pieces culminating in a contemporary minimal-luxe ambience.
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Type: Multi-Residential
Client: Confidential
Size: Varies
Location: Brisbane, QLD, AU
Status: Concept
Weave:Brisbane defines the standard for resort style apartment living with expansive terrace’s and wraparound pools, all overlooking spectacular ocean panoramic views.
Internally a neutral palette of travertine marble flooring runs throughout the apartments with opulent inset carpets defining key spaces. Warm white walls, high ceilings and pale timber wall panelling are offset by dark bronze metalwork and fluted glass panels in the entry and cocktail lounge.
The entry opens to a dramatic wall of red onyx and leads into the cocktail lounge with a large circular skylight defining the space. Dark timber joinery and bronze framed mirrors provide a warm contrast with the travertine floor. A plush inset rug and rich velvet upholstered seating create a perfect lounging space for a pre-dinner aperitif.
At the heart of the apartment, the kitchen links the dining and living areas, opens directly to the outdoor living space via large stacking sliding doors. Sleek and understated white cabinetry contrasts with a sculpted stone island in Calacatta Viola marble.
The master suite with walk through ensuite and dressing room combine plush inset carpets with bronze detailing, fluted glass, pale timber and a bookmatched Gold onyx marble wall highlighting a freestanding bath, providing luxury resort living at its finest.
Type: Architecture, Full Interior Design and Project Management
Client: Confidential
Size: 1,000m2
Location: Ivanhoe, VIC, AU
Status: In Progress
A new high-end home in Ivanhoe, this project was driven by the client’s brief for a French Provincial luxury home that sits grandly upon the site. This home was designed by Melbourne architect Thextonsmith with luxury in mind, and luxury was what the client got.
The ground floor, being the mancave, features dark wood flooring and dark grey wall panelling as the key feature. The main sitting area on this floor features opulence furnishings and a black marble fireplace with gold details adds a cosy yet extravagant touch. This is carried on to the pool area and the TV room where, even though intricately detailed, the furnishings have a calm and homely feeling. The bar room features full height display shelves which also double as a hidden door which leads to the wine cellar which was designed to make visitors feel like they’re in a cave.
The first floor is the main living area. This level is lighter and the implementation of gold elements, luxury furnishings and natural marble make visitors feel like they’re in a showroom. The green modular sofa adds an element of colour. The white marble tv feature also doubles up as a fireplace that was designed to make it feel like it’s ‘elevated’, making it look less heavy.
The second floor contains the private living areas. We designed a separate family area that’s light and cosy. We wanted the private areas to sooth the homeowners from the glitz and glam of the other levels. The design of the master bedroom evokes calmness with the beige and gold colours gently introduced.
If you have a project in the Melbourne region and would like to chat to our Thextonsmith Melbourne Architect team, please contact us.
Client: Confidential
Size: 1,000m2
Location: Ivanhoe, VIC, AU
Status: In Progress
A new high-end home in Ivanhoe, this project was driven by the client’s brief for a French Provincial luxury home that sits grandly upon the site. This home was designed by Melbourne architect Thextonsmith with luxury in mind, and luxury was what the client got.
The ground floor, being the mancave, features dark wood flooring and dark grey wall panelling as the key feature. The main sitting area on this floor features opulence furnishings and a black marble fireplace with gold details adds a cosy yet extravagant touch. This is carried on to the pool area and the TV room where, even though intricately detailed, the furnishings have a calm and homely feeling. The bar room features full height display shelves which also double as a hidden door which leads to the wine cellar which was designed to make visitors feel like they’re in a cave.
The first floor is the main living area. This level is lighter and the implementation of gold elements, luxury furnishings and natural marble make visitors feel like they’re in a showroom. The green modular sofa adds an element of colour. The white marble tv feature also doubles up as a fireplace that was designed to make it feel like it’s ‘elevated’, making it look less heavy.
The second floor contains the private living areas. We designed a separate family area that’s light and cosy. We wanted the private areas to sooth the homeowners from the glitz and glam of the other levels. The design of the master bedroom evokes calmness with the beige and gold colours gently introduced.
If you have a project in the Melbourne region and would like to chat to our Thextonsmith Melbourne Architect team, please contact us.
Type: Architecture, Full Interior Design and Project Management
Client: Confidential
Size: 1,000m2
Location: Ivanhoe, VIC, AU
Status: In Progress
A new high-end home in Ivanhoe, this project was driven by the client’s brief for a French Provincial luxury home that sits grandly upon the site. This home was designed by Melbourne architect Thextonsmith with luxury in mind, and luxury was what the client got.
The ground floor, being the mancave, features dark wood flooring and dark grey wall panelling as the key feature. The main sitting area on this floor features opulence furnishings and a black marble fireplace with gold details adds a cosy yet extravagant touch. This is carried on to the pool area and the TV room where, even though intricately detailed, the furnishings have a calm and homely feeling. The bar room features full height display shelves which also double as a hidden door which leads to the wine cellar which was designed to make visitors feel like they’re in a cave.
The first floor is the main living area. This level is lighter and the implementation of gold elements, luxury furnishings and natural marble make visitors feel like they’re in a showroom. The green modular sofa adds an element of colour. The white marble tv feature also doubles up as a fireplace that was designed to make it feel like it’s ‘elevated’, making it look less heavy.
The second floor contains the private living areas. We designed a separate family area that’s light and cosy. We wanted the private areas to sooth the homeowners from the glitz and glam of the other levels. The design of the master bedroom evokes calmness with the beige and gold colours gently introduced.
If you have a project in the Melbourne region and would like to chat to our Thextonsmith Melbourne Architect team, please contact us.
Type: Interior renovation
Client: Confidential
Size: 111m2
Location: Singapore
Status: Completed
A modern city chic apartment, right in the heartlands of Singapore.
“This home is going to be my sanctuary; I want a home that looks like a hotel but feels like home.”
Our client came to us wanting an apartment that’s luxurious yet homely, a place that feels sultry and elegant and we certainly delivered.
A neutral white is used as the core colour for the joinery throughout the house. This allows other colours to stand out and enabled the client to have interchangeable colours and furnishings within the house, that she can easily change up to refresh the look.
Throughout the house, we added gold chandeliers, furnishings and fixtures to add into the luxurious element that the client wanted. To balance this, we also added earth tones like a dark grey sofa and beige headboard into the mix to make it a little more homely.
As this is a small apartment, having restraint and not adding too many elements everywhere ensures the space doesn’t feel cluttered.
