When Melbourne-based interior design studio Sanders & King was asked to take on a renovation, restoration and extension project tucked behind an existing Victorian-era residence in Armadale, they were already familiar with the property. Having previously transformed the main home, the team would reimagine the secondary dwelling as a standalone sanctuary with a similar timeless and refined approach.
Conceived for relaxation, entertaining, and accommodating the homeowner’s adult children, The Stables connects seamlessly to the extensive garden and outdoor area, designed by Myles Baldwin Design and SCR Landscapes. At the rear boundary of the generous allotment, an elegant pool and courtyard sit between the two buildings to offer a dedicated event space for hosting friends and family.
Constructed by North Building, the light-filled living space and functional kitchen area provide family-focused ease and a fresh, modern feel. A mezzanine bedroom with serene, all-white walls and ceiling boards provides a restorative space above the main living and dining zones. Rich, tonal layers of Flocca linen bedding bring warmth and texture to the pared-back interior scheme.
Downstairs, a sliding barn door adds quintessential farmhouse charm, while original timber-lined ceilings and brickwork flooring have been restored to honour the structure’s history. Raw meets refined as rich textures and patina are juxtaposed with a crisp, tonal colour palette of whites and greys to achieve a modern, countryside-inspired sensibility, with layered elements of artwork and textiles injecting personality and character.
