Paddington Grand Terrace House

This Paddington terrace renovation transforms a compact inner-city home into a light-filled, highly functional contemporary residence. Full project details below.

Heritage window on renovated Paddington terrace house exterior
Landscaped courtyard at a renovated grand terrace house in Paddington with contemporary outdoor living and heritage architecture
Light-filled living room in a renovated grand terrace house in Paddington with heritage detailing and contemporary interiors
Contemporary livingroom in renovated Paddington terrace house, Sydney
Bedroom opening onto heritage balcony in renovated Paddington terrace house
Contemporary kitchen in renovated Paddington terrace house, Sydney
Light-filled dining space with skylight in renovated Paddington terrace house
View from renovated Paddington terrace veranda across neighbouring terrace houses

An unusual existing stair location created the opportunity for a new light well and internal window, bringing daylight into the centre of the home and creating a greater sense of depth across the narrow footprint. Clever planning also allowed a powder room and laundry to be integrated beneath the stair and kitchen, making use of space that might otherwise have been lost.

Skylights bring further natural light into the kitchen and living areas, while large steel-framed doors open the rear of the house to the courtyard. Warm timber, natural stone, soft neutral finishes and brass detailing give the interiors a relaxed contemporary character, balanced by retained original elements that preserve the identity of the terrace.

Heritage architecture for contemporary living

If you are thinking about renovating your house we’d love to help you reveal its potential while preserving the character that makes it special. Get in touch to discuss how we can bring new life to your home with a contemporary approach.