Once the centrepiece of a giant cattle stud that was later repurposed as a operate venue, this early Twentieth-century property simply outdoors Warrnambool in Victoria has discovered a brand new lease of life as a classy, up to date house.
Lucinda Kimpton, a Melbourne-based inside designer, was charged with revamping the home, which had been purchased from a household who had farmed within the space for greater than 50 years. She describes it as “a beautiful blend of rural charm and convenience, with a timeless character and rich sense of Australian history.”
The exterior is a customized color with trims in Dulux Natural White and entrance door in Porter’s Paints Black Grape. Honed and tumbled verandah tiles in Blanc and Blush from Byzantine Design. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
In late 2022, two {couples} and long-time pals, Janice and Colin McKenna and Gill Herrmann and Alan Grieve, determined to purchase the property – ‘Tullynagee’ – as a enterprise enterprise. Their imaginative and prescient was for the homestead, clocktower and surrounding buildings and gardens to turn into a prestigious operate and lodging centre, managed by each Janice and Gill. However, earlier than the makeover was full, it was determined that the property would as a substitute be used as a everlasting residence for Gill and Alan.
The sitting room is painted Resene Half Robin Egg Blue and its fire was repurposed from Steptoes. Curtains in Colefax and Fowler ‘Jessamine’ from Domus Textiles. ‘Alice’ couch in Colefax and Fowler ‘Malabar.’ ‘Paulo’ lamp from Cromwell; shade in material from Tigger Hall Design. Louis-style chairs in Peter Fasano ‘Celestine’ material from Tigger Hall Design. ‘Guinevere’ mirror from James Said. Girandoles from Kimpton & Co. Vaughan Designs chandelier from Domus Textiles. Rug from Behruz Studio. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
Lucinda says the shift in objective had little influence on the design path, with only some minor changes required. “Initially, the design process was focused on working strictly within the existing footprint, as requested by the clients. However, it quickly became clear that the house would benefit immensely from a new casual living and dining space, and we proposed the addition of what is now referred to as the sunroom. The clients wholeheartedly embraced the new room and it has become the most loved and frequently used space.”
On the partitions of the conservatory is Pierre Frey ‘Espalier’ wallpaper from Milgate. The ceiling is painted Porter’s Paints Green Velvet. Visual Comfort ‘Lyndsie’ vintage brass wall sconces with wicker shades from Bloomingdales Lighting. ‘Hartford’ cane armchairs from Lincoln Brooks with cushions in Jasper ‘Pont Stripe’ from Elliott Clarke. Scatter cushions in Maison de Vacances ‘Cyclades’ from Tigger Hall Design. Oak occasional desk from Leonard Joel. Bar cart from Kimpton & Co. Prestige Carpets ‘Kempton’ sisal flooring from Flooring Xtra (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
With its substantial footprint, the house sprawls throughout one degree and consists of three bedrooms with ensuites, a proper eating room and basic sitting/drawing room, a beneficiant kitchen and a conservatory along with the sunroom “that offers a seamless balance between functionality and comfort, tailored specifically to the clients’ lifestyle”.
In the eating room, the doorways are Porter’s Paints Green Papaya, topped by a set of plates by Araceli Adams. Richard Ellis Design Victorian fire in Verde Menta marble. Robert Adam-style chairs and Greenland ‘Color Elegance 1’ grasscloth wallpaper from Kimpton & Co. Currey & Co‘Vintner Green’ chandelier and ‘Organic’ lamp from Cromwell. ‘Majestic’ rug from Behruz Studio. Artwork by Todd Hunter. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
“The layout is thoughtfully considered,” Lucinda continues, “blending traditional proportions with a welcoming contemporary atmosphere. There is a lovely rhythm to the home, with each room transitioning naturally into the next and supporting everyday living as well as times of celebration.”
To craft this private sanctuary, she labored with Ng Feathers Interiors, which supplied architectural help to fully reconfigure your entire home. “It was a comprehensive and deeply considered process, with every element curated to create a home that is practical and full of personality.”
The kitchen joinery is painted a Dulux customized color and the island is Resene Midnight Moss. Breccia Capraia stone on benchtop from Franchi Umberto Marmi. Zellige tiles on splashback from Byzantine Design. Lacanche ‘Sully’ oven from Manorhouse. Acquello butler sink, Perrin & Rowe ‘Ionian’ tapware, ‘Small Smooth’ cupboard knobs and Armac Martin shelf brackets in Burnished Brass, all from The English Tapware Company. Vaughan Designs ‘Colombier’ chandelier from Domus Textiles. Roman blind in Raoul Textiles ‘Perada Grain’ from Motivo. Barometer from Miguel Meirelles Antiques. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
From the outset, Lucinda had a wealth of concepts to unleash on the property. “I always carry a mental bank of favourites – artists, fabrics, colours – and when the right project and client come along, everything aligns. This was definitely one of those projects.”
Immediate selections have been the Leila Jeffreys chicken prints lining the corridor and the Araceli Adams plates within the glass-fronted kitchen cupboards. “I’ve followed both of those remarkable Australian artists for some time, not only for the beauty of their work but for their shared commitment to wildlife preservation. Their art became an emotional and visual anchor for the design.”
In the doorway corridor, the partitions are papered with Cloth & Clover ‘Caldecote’ from Motivo. ‘Darlana’ lantern from Bloomingdales Lighting. Louis XVI-style console and chairs in Penny Morrison ‘Anni’ from Kimpton & Co. ‘Fresco’ rug from Behruz Studio. Artwork by Sally Joubert. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
In the sitting/drawing room, a much-loved Colefax and Fowler material was known as into play for the voluptuous curtains, which then begged to be partnered with a mushy duck-egg blue on the partitions. “It offers a calm and elegant contrast with the energy of the more vibrant spaces.”
The sunroom is a welcoming area with a plethora of vibrant and textural finishes. The curtains are in Soane Britain ‘Pineapple Lace’ Moss/Ivory with S Harris ‘Cecile Natural’ trim from The Textile Company. Roman blinds in Bisson Bruneel ‘Marawi Naturel’ from Tigger Hall Design with Fringe Market ‘Navajo’ Turquoise trim from Motivo. Custom ‘Matilda’ sofas in Altamira ‘Basics’ with Manuel Canovas trim in Canard from Domus Textiles. Sofa desk from Kimpton & Co. ‘Style 473’ cane armchairs from Lincoln Brooks with cushions in Fermoie ‘Figured’ linen from Tigger Hall Design. Scatter cushions in Jane Churchill ‘Helio’ Teal from Domus Textiles with Samuel & Sons trim from South Pacific Fabrics. William Yeoward ‘Bywater’ acacia espresso desk from Cromwell. Custom ‘Lexi’ ottomans from Arthur G in Brunschwig & Fils ‘Lavali Emb’ Plum/Multi from Elliott Clarke. Dunes and Duchess ‘Tiki’ customary lamps with customized shades in Isla Design ‘Tiger Teak’ Almond. Sisal rug from Floorspace. Artwork over fire by Alan Warren (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
Inspiration for the eating room got here from an historic property, Claydon House in Buckinghamshire, England, which Lucinda had visited greater than a decade earlier. “I was captivated by its radiant yellow walls and imagined the spirited gatherings they must have hosted,” she explains. “That feeling of vibrancy led to the use of golden chartreuse grasscloth wallpaper – a bold and joyful choice that made the space feel alive and celebratory.”
A backyard folly provides whimsy to the setting (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
The designer feels gratified that the courageous choice works so nicely, complemented by the Currey & Company chandelier and curtains in a Le Manach material. “It’s a space that truly sings,” she says.
For the primary bed room, Lucinda, who’s a long-time admirer of English designer Veere Grenney, took cues from his contemporary-classic model. Framing the bay window with a cover mattress introduced a rustic view – “something really special to wake up to”.
The important bed room’s partitions are Dulux Ecru Half. Ceiling mild from Cromwell with shade in Fermoie ‘Wicker’ from Tigger Hall Design. Curtains in Carolina Irving Textiles ‘Mimosa’ from Elliott Clarke. Blinds in ‘Dashi’ from Motivo. Canopy and pelmet in Jean Monro ‘Bird Chatter’ from Tigger Hall Design. Ottoman in Pierre Frey ‘Killian’ from Milgate. Lamps from Cromwell with shades in Fermoie ‘Back to the Fuchsia’. ‘Laetitia’ pendant (in bay) from Motivo. Chair from Kimpton & Co. ‘Diamond Trellis’ rug from Loom Rugs. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
Lucinda wished to honour the heritage and character of the house and so retained as many authentic options as potential, together with the timber flooring, archways and stained-glass home windows. “Those features give the home a sense of timeless charm and authenticity, grounding the new design in its rich history.”
Offering an ideal mix of basic and up to date, it’s “elegant without being formal and comfortable without compromising on sophistication.”
In the ensuite is Virginia White Collection ‘Sofia’ wallpaper from Tigger Hall Designs. Joinery in Haymes Kendall Rose. Vanity prime in Rhino Pink marble from Franchi Umberto Marmi. Basin and tapware from The English Tapware Company. Wall tiles from Byzantine Design. ‘Rothesay’ mirror from Cromwell. ‘Carrick Leaf’ sconces from Domus Textiles. Tronchi chandelier from Kimpton & Co. Ottoman in Manuel Canovas ‘Ondine’ from Domus Textiles. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
The house owners say they’re delighted that the house nonetheless feels true to its heritage after the renovation, mirrored not simply in the home but additionally within the retained 100-year-old cypress and eucalypt bushes on the property. “We feel the sense of the pioneering farmers who came before us and are grateful to be the custodians of a beautiful rural homestead that can be enjoyed by future generations.”
The new sunroom is the most-used area within the house. Banquette in Carolina Irving Textiles ‘Palmetto’ and cushions within the model’s ‘Patmos Stripe Reverse’, Brunschwig & Fils ‘Lavali Emb’ and Fermoie ‘Cloud’, all from Elliott Clarke. Trims by Samuel & Sons from South Pacific Fabrics and Jim Thompson from Milgate. Dunes and Duchess ‘Chunky’ eating desk from Motivo with prime by Hugh McCarthy. ‘Linden Carver’ chairs from Lincoln Brooks with frames in Resene Midnight Moss and Pierre Frey ‘Moorea’ from Milgate. ‘Wykeham’ lights from Domus Textiles with shades in Isla Design ‘Tiger Teak’. ‘Buatta’ lamp with shade in ‘George Check’ from Tigger Hall Design. Ming flooring tiles from Byzantine Design. Artwork by Lori Pensini. (Photography: Lisa Cohen | Styling: Madeline McFarlane)
