Red Hill Residence by SJS Design
Nestled amongst a lush nature reserve, Red Hill Residence by SJS Design is a grand family home that elegantly frames its verdant surroundings.
Words: Georgie Ward | Photography: Tom Ferguson
‘The original Balinese-inspired architecture featured exceptional timber detailing,’ says SJS Design. Photo: Tom Ferguson
The client of the home has their own private art collection that adorns the walls of the home’s interior. Photo: Tom Ferguson
‘A sleek shelving unit was installed above the second island to act as a visual screen to the back ‘mess’ kitchen, whilst also providing additional storage and room for display,’ says SJS Design. Photo: Tom Ferguson
The island bench allows for additional seating at either side, thanks to the clever splayed-angle leg.. Photo: Tom Ferguson
The house has many large windows that look out onto the nature reserve, as well as allow for sunlight to spill into each space. Photo: Tom Ferguson
Red Hill Residence is a peaceful bushland property reimagined by SJS Design, bringing life and modernity to its previously dated and lacklustre interior.
The original Balinese inspired architecture featured exceptional timber detailing, most notably the pyramidal ceiling of the lounge room area. However after 18 years, the clients of the home felt it was time for a refresh, inviting SJS design to imbue the space with levity and vitality, creating a warm and inviting home once more.
A sense of levity and softness was imbued within the impressive oriental architectural details through the inclusion of curvaceous forms and lighter, brighter colours and textures that popped against the clients private art collection.
Without completely stripping the house of its original design, SJS design integrated classic with contemporary and Eastern with Western, through the considered selection of tones, textures and forms which bridged these divergent worlds.
Lighter tones of marble, handmade tiles and white walls were offset against contrasting materials of dark bronze, aged brass and smoked timber, imparting a sense of sophistication and luxury. Bright additions of rich purples, mustards and royal blues through the soft furnishings, introduced energy and playfulness to the space.
Accommodating for large gatherings of friends and family was a necessity for the home's clients. With this in mind, a second casual dining area was created with a grand marble island bench that was custom-designed to accommodate additional seating at either end, thanks to its clever splayed-angle leg.
The home's breathable open plan welcomes entertainment and gathering, with each area flowing into one another, it becomes one large collective space that feels both intimate and spacious.
‘To work within the impeccable timber detailing of this Balinese-inspired architectural home was a privilege and a challenge,’ says SJS Design. Photo: Tom Ferguson
“Colours, textures and forms were carefully selected to complement and enhance the existing features.”
The abundance of textures complement one another to create a cohesive, aesthetically appealing space. Photo: Tom Ferguson
‘Contrasting materials of dark bronze, aged brass and smoked timber impart a sense of sophistication and luxury,’ says SJS Design. Photo: Tom Ferguson
