Interior Designer Creates a Timeless and Modern Home (House Tour)

Combining old and new, Harbourview House is a modern home that retains elements of its federation-style heritage. Situated in Sydney’s Manly Cove – a location associated with swimming, boating and surfing – Harbourview House is inspired by both its scenic location and residing family. The modern home is designed to express appreciation for natural beauty, reflecting the warm and energetic nature of the clients.

Approaching the modern home, the pre-existing, federation-style structure remains as the primary façade whilst the new, minimalist architecture can be seen beyond. Internally, the master suite occupies a heritage element of the home, positioned at the front of the build and benefitting from broad bay windows. Further in, the open-plan lounge and kitchen lead to the landscaped garden.

The material palette of Harbourview House makes for a texturally-dense experience that maintains a sense of refinement, aligning with the vision of a modern home. Hand-glazed tiles, honed marble and brass features are purposefully chosen for their aesthetically pleasing and organic natures. In the kitchen, a robust and non-porous surface on the rear bench is complemented by an elegant marble splashback and island.

Working within a monochromatic colour palette, Penman Brown Interior Design crafts a modern home that enriches the senses through texture. Interacting with the work of Collins Pennington Architects and landscape by Jamie Durie, the design of Harbourview House embraces the difference between the old home and the new.

00:00 - The Feeling of the Timeless and Modern Home
00:27 - Introduction to the Home
00:55 - Collaboration Between the Designers
01:35 - Walking Through the Home
02:49 - Material Choice
03:22 - Juxtaposition Between the Old and New
03:53 - The Kitchen
04:24 - The Master Bedroom and Ensuite
05:08 - Inspiration for the Home

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Photography by Maree Homer.
Architecture by Collins Pennington Architects.
Interior Design by Penman Brown Interior Design.
Landscape Architecture by Jamie Durie.
Build by Boon Building.
Filmed and Edited by O&Co. Homes.
Production by The Local Project.

The Local Project Acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the land in Australia. We recognise the importance of Indigenous peoples in the identity of our country and continuing connections to Country and community. We pay our respect to Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Indigenous people of these lands.

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[mrvk]

Landscaping in the back and that geometric design on the wall is just perfectly framed! It's so relaxing and inviting. I like the combination of nature and these calming interiors.

[pollypuffington]

I love the hallway the mocking bird with that little pop of neon colors and the rest of the house is beautiful as well

[ourcozygarden]

I love how the indoor connects to the outdoors flawlessly. The minimalist outsoor space is stunning!

[andreelliott]

Art work and interior accessories brighten this home in a very magical sense

[eli]

This house is beautiful to behold! Everything I want in a house as a minimalist with an appreciation for simple, refined and understated elegant designs.

[frankdeleon]

It's rare to see minimalism done with taste and vibrancy. So much personality everywhere. The "Wow factor" in several places seemed toned down by the marriage of texture/color and the purposefulness of the materials. LOVED the landscaping and the combination of the cool hand glazed tiles with the marble in the bathroom. Keep them coming, TLP!!

[jacksonhides]

Wow the connection to the interiors and exteriors here is masterful

[ewmagency]

The client has really great taste in art. This project really came together well!

[SamGiles]

Such a wonderful accumulation of the old and new. Tasteful and sophisticated, the project has achieved something truly beautiful.

[ddjango]

I can really feel when she talks about the clients that "they have a great respect for nature and aesthetics"

[snowwhite-jtcj]

Small but elegant....green garden.Nature Organic material🌳 lot application.)

[andreafoti]

absolutely stunning. all the choices--architecture, interior and landscape just make my heart sing. i love it

[joshmcguigan]

Beautiful home in a beautiful location - love Manly!

[SU_HU]

Hi fm London 🇬🇧. This one for me is the best yet…. Will rewatch again and again for styling inspo💛💛🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[Lofi_Home]

Pure Work of Art !!! beautiful interiors and landscaping😍

[dieguis]

Amazing video! you guys are improving quality everytime!

[JigneshAmbasana]

White interior timeless and you nailed it 200% ✓👌🏻

[fransirahome]

So beautiful home, love the unique chairs in the bedroom and living room.

[joellechiara]

Beautiful. Truly. Thanks for another great one. xoxo

[bullymac]

Love the painting in the master suite. Any idea who the artist is?