Torrumbarry House, Victoria, was constructed by the original owner over a period of four years, using mud bricks sourced and made on site. Reclaimed from Darling Harbour, the internal ironbark roof supports bear axe marks believed to have been made during their milling by convict labour.
Retaining and celebrating these historic features was central to the client’s brief for an inviting, yet quirky and characterful space when enlisting Kara McGlone of Kanari Home for the renovation.
“The inspiration for the design stemmed from the home’s raw, honest materials,” says Kara. “These elements set the tone for a layered, tactile approach where natural textures and earthy hues create a sense of depth and calm.”
To complement the textures of the home and invite a sense of playfulness, a palette of warm neutrals is enlivened by a sequence of rich autumnal shades of mustard, burgundy, pistachio, clay, and rust.
Placed as a deliberate counterpoint to the textural warmth of the mud brick, a large Molmic sofa commands the living space. “Draped in Mokum Modernist in Mahogany, the sumptuous tones draw the eye while the soft, tactile weave invites you to sink in,” says Kara.
