Brandon Street by Henman Designs
Nestled in Suffolk Park, just six kilometres from Byron Bay, Brandon Street is a tropical family retreat with a strong connection to the outdoors.
Words: Hande Renshaw | Photography: Anna Hutchcroft
Brandon Street, the home of Cheryl and James Kitchener, feels a little like being on a permanent holiday.
Purchased by the couple in 2020, the idyllic retro-style home is located in Suffolk Park, six kilometres from Byron Bay and just steps away from the local beach. The perfect location for the couple and their children Indiana (7), Zalia (5), and Ember (1).
Prior to moving in, the 1980s home needed some attention to bring it back to life. The home’s retro vibes with original cedar beams, became the inspiration for the renovation and extension encompassing a new kitchen, sunken lounge, outdoor bathroom, and two more bedrooms.
Cheryl and James worked with Henman Designs and Space Built to create a cosy, warm, cabin-like interior with a strong connection to the outdoors, highlighting the tropical, private and lush courtyard gardens that surround the interiors.
The home is built around a courtyard with windows that connect to the outdoor spaces, bringing the outdoors in with an abundance of natural light.
Interior materials applied include timber, spotted gum panelling, cedar joinery, and natural stone tiles in the bathrooms to create a retro feel that’s also timeless and warm.
The home’s styling adopts this same theme, introducing late century-inspired pieces by Sarah Ellison, set against a backdrop of rich timber, textured stone, and Dulux White Polar Quarter.
Communal areas open directly to the backyard (reminiscent of a tropical island resort!), complete with a new pool, mature palm trees, fire pit, built-in lounge, and other lush foliage. We’re totally ready to move in!