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Paula and Mike Babich have lived in their 1923 Point Chev villa for twelve years, and while there was plenty of space, it didn’t function the way they liked to live and entertain. Rather than a complete overhaul, architect and designer duo Mitchell Addison delivered a number of elegant solutions to enlarge the family hub, enable easy entertaining and improve flow and views to the outdoors.
Once the concept was finalised, Paula project managed the renovation, working closely with us on all aspects of the design, craft and material choices for the kitchen, study, media and bathroom cabinetry. Key to Paula’s vision was a harmony of timber and stone.
With the entrance through the open plan dining area, Paula wanted the kitchen to feel more like a beautiful piece of furniture. It achieves that through the balance and restrained opulence of stained oak and Super White Quartzite, finished beautifully with mid-century panel detailing and appliance integration. The adjacent scullery is easily closed off, becoming a study of wood grain. Opposite, a seated nook is a comfortable spot for their friends to enjoy a drink while Paula cooks.
Down the hallway, a study featuring a beautiful whiskey cabinet lines one wall of the main living room. On the other side, a simple wall-mounted cabinet hides TV clutter. Similar cabinets are echoed in the bathroom, bringing cohesiveness to the interiors. Read more about the project on our Journal.
Architect & Interior Design: Mitchell Addison
Stonework: Italian Stone
Upholstery: Snick
Photography: Jono Parker
