Interior Designer
McMahons Point Apartment
Figure 1. Living area of apartment
Location:
Blues Point Rd, McMahons Point, NSW
Description of pre-design:
Designed by Australian architect Harry Seidler in 1962, the original building was known as Blues Point Tower. It was a 26 storey building with 144 apartments located on Sydney Harbour’s peninsula. For this concept brief, Blues Point Tower was replaced with a new 56 level apartment building with a circular footprint, allowing for all residents to have views of the surrounding harbours and bays.
Client Brief/needs:
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Single level apartment building
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Apartment fit for both living and entertaining
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Windows to be retained as seen on floor plan
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Luxurious and modern interior fit out
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Home office
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Open floor plan
Software: SketchUp, V-Ray, Hand sketches
Concept Description:
This apartment overlooks beautiful Sydney harbour, including magnificent views of Barangaroo, Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. This is a spacious and contemporary single storey apartment designed for the modern couple - perfect for working or relaxing on weekdays and entertaining on weekends.
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I’ve styled this apartment with neutral tones and luxurious materials to create a contemporary environment. The apartment contains light washed timber flooring with natural white walls creating a modern and fresh atmosphere. I carried these tones throughout the apartment with my furniture choices. The kitchen has been designed in a light timber laminate with creme coloured marble counter tops and black stools to give contrast.
When designing the open space public realm of the apartment it was important to take advantage of the views, so the kitchen, dining and living area all are positioned in front of the windows which
also brings in plenty of natural light.
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The design elements of light colours, soft textures and timber carry through to the private realm. The private realm is located down a small hall way, where the home office is found and the master bedroom with walk-in-robe and ensuite.
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The light timber flooring throughout the main areas of apartment is carried through to the private realm in certain hardware designs such as the slat wall in the home office. The light and neutral tones in this apartment design create a coastal environment complimenting the beautiful location and view.
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Location
Blues Point Rd, McMahons Point, NSW
Figure 3. RSL revealed as the owners of a Blues Point Tower unit.
Note: Real Estate. (2018).
Figure 2. Blues Point Tower, Maps
Note: Google Maps. (2022).
Figure 4. Blues Point Tower.
Note: Wikipedia. (2022).
Figure 4. Blues Point Tower.
Note: Wikipedia. (2022).
Proposal
The current building located at the site is Blues Point Tower. It was designed by Australian Architect Harry Seidler and completed in 1962. It is a 26 level building with 144 apartments located on Sydney Harbours peninsula.
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For this proposal, Blues Point Tower will be replaced with a new and modern 56 storey apartment building. This new building has a circular footprint, so all residents will have views of the surrounding harbours and bays.
Figure 7. 215 Chrystie St Unit PH1.
Note: Apartments. (2022).
Precedent
Location: 215 Chrystie #1, New York, USA
This is an award winning apartment designed by Herzog and de Meuron, it has 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. This apartment sits on the 32nd and 33rd floor with a 360 degree view of the city, creating the ultimate indoor-outdoor living experience along with the floor to ceiling windows.
Figure 6. 215 Chrystie St 1 New York.
Note: Zillow. (2021).
Figure 8. 215 Chrystie Street; Condo located in Lower East Side, between East Houston Street & Stanton Street.
Note: City Realty. (2022).
Figure 9. 215 Chrystie St #26W.
Note: Trulia. (2022).
Figure 10. Spatial Planning 1
Figure 11. Spatial Planning 2
Spatial Planning
Figure 12. Spatial Planning 3
Figure 13. Spatial Planning 4
Figure 14. Sketch plan
Figure 15. Final sketch plan
Sketch Plan
Final Plan
Figure 16. Final floor plan (in SketchUp).
Figure 17. Beach Oak Timber Flooring.
Note. Flooring Online. (2022).
Figure 20. Neutral and Earthy Colour Palette.
Note. Amarie Lael Design.(2022).
Figure 18. Sydney Harbour Apartment.
Note. Domain. (2022).
Moodboard
Figure 19. Rubber Plant Art Print.
Note. The Print Emporium. (2022).
Figure 21. Tidal Wave.
Note. Freedom. (2022).
Figure 22. Sydney Harbour penthouse design.
Note. In Design Live. (2021).
Figure 23. Beach Oak Timber Flooring.
Note. Flooring Online. (2022).
Figure 24. Dulux Natural White.
Note: The Big Paint Sample. (2022).
Figure 25. White oak.
Note: The Wood Database. (2022).
Materiality
Figure 26. Winter Charm; Bleached Shell.
Note: Godfrey Hirst. (2022).
Figure 27. Ariston Marble.
Note: Euro Marble. (2022).
Figure 28. Brunswick Kit Kat Matt White Tile.
Note: Tile Cloud. (2022).
Figure 29. Aggregato Mist Porcelain terrazzo look tile.
Note: Perini Tiles. (2022).
Figure 30. Sketch of kitchen.
Figure 35. Sydney Harbour penthouse design.
Note. In Design Live. (2021).
Figure 31. Beach Oak Timber Flooring.
Note. Flooring Online. (2022).
Figure 32. Dulux Natural White.
Note: The Big Paint Sample. (2022).
Figure 33. White oak.
Note: The Wood Database. (2022).
Figure 34. Ariston Marble.
Note: Euro Marble. (2022).
Figure 36. Slope Leather Bar & Counter Stools.
Note. West Elm. (2022).
Concept Development
Kitchen​
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Is the serving space for the dining room, a lot of time is spent here, whether it is making a cup of coffee in the morning, coming home from work to start preparing a meal, or entertaining guests for a dinner party.
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This kitchen is also fit with a butlers pantry with plenty of storage space for utilities, a sink and second dishwasher.
Figure 37. Cedar LED 1500mm Colour Switching Pendant in Ribbed Walnut.
Note. Beacon Lighting. (2022).
Figure 38. SketchUp Kitchen.
Figure 39. Sketch of dining area
Figure 44. Winston Dining Table - 63".
Note: Rove Concepts. (2022).
Figure 40. Beach Oak Timber Flooring.
Note. Flooring Online. (2022).
Figure 41. Dulux Natural White.
Note: The Big Paint Sample. (2022).
Concept Development
Dining​
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Served space for eating, it provides a more intimate experience where personal interactions are of importance - the key area for entertaining guests, hence this space has direct views of the harbour.
Figure 42. Winston Dining Table - 63".
Note: Rove Concepts. (2022).
Figure 43. Melrose Dining Chair.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 45. Burton Woven Pendant Light.
Note: Fat Shack Vintage. (2022).
Figure 47. SketchUp dining scene
Figure 46. SketchUp dining scene
Figure 47. Sketch of entry and living area 1
Concept Development
Entry/Living ​
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The entry is a serving space, it’s the first impression guests will have when they first enter the apartment, therefore it should convey the same sense of style as the rest of the apartment. It should have a wow factor but also be a practical space for the residents who will come home after a long day of work.
Figure 48. Beach Oak Timber Flooring.
Note. Flooring Online. (2022).
Figure 49. Dulux Natural White.
Note: The Big Paint Sample. (2022).
Figure 50. Front Door Inspiration.
Note: TruStile. (2022).
Figure 51. Vertu Marble Coffee Table.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 52. Vermont Sofa.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 53. Stratten Slope Arm Deep Occasional Chair.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 54. Multiply LED 3 Light Ring Pendant in Black.
Note: Beacon Lighting. (2022).
Figure 55. Stratten Slope Arm Extra Large Sofa.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 56. SketchUp living area
Figure 57. Sketch of living area
Figure 62. TV Unit Inspiration.
Note: Home Designing. (2022).
Figure 58. Beach Oak Timber Flooring.
Note. Flooring Online. (2022).
Figure 60. American Walnut Timber.
Note: NYC Floor Pro. (2022).
Figure 59. Dulux Natural White.
Note: The Big Paint Sample. (2022).
Figure 61. Polished Concrete.
Note: Architextures. (n.d).
Concept Development
Living Area​
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A served space made for relaxing but also for conversation and entertainment. There should be a sense of intimacy but should also be open and allow for many interactions to take place. With it being such a multi-functional space, the furniture should be comfortable and stylish.
Figure 63. Hadley Modular Sofa.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 64. Flo Floor Lamp.
Note: Life Interiors. (2022).
Figure 65. Smoke Fabien Glass-Top Coffee Table.
Note: Temple and Webster. (2022).
Figure 67. SketchUp living area
Figure 66. SketchUp living area
Figure 68. Dulux Natural White.
Note: The Big Paint Sample. (2022).
Figure 69. Winter Charm; Bleached Shell.
Note: Godfrey Hirst. (2022).
Figure 70. White oak.
Note: The Wood Database. (2022).
Figure 72. Jacob Oak Floor Lamp.
Note: Beacon Lighting.
Figure 71. Dining area is set apart from a wooden slat divider.
Note: Renonation. (2018).
Figure 75. Jackson Desk Chair.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 74. SketchUp study
Concept Development
Study​
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The home study space should also be a private realm for the clients to focus on job requirements. It should be a place where they can do their work in comfort. The wooden slat wall allows for sun light to enter from the study window into the hallway.
Figure 73. Marlene 2 Drawer Desk.
Note: Temple and Webster. (2022).
Figure 76. SketchUp study
Figure 77. SketchUp study
Figure 78. Dulux Natural White.
Note: The Big Paint Sample. (2022).
Figure 79. Winter Charm; Bleached Shell.
Note: Godfrey Hirst. (2022).
Concept Development
Master
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The bedroom is a served space for sleeping, it is part of the private realm. The master is placed at the end of a small corridor to create privacy by separating it from the entertaining space.
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The master bedroom includes a spacious walk-in-robe along with ensuite with double vanity and double shower.
Figure 80. Kobe Bed.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 81. Claude Occasional Chair.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 82. Palm leaf black and white.
Note: Drawdeck. (2021).
Figure 84. Big Sur Bedside Table.
Note: Coco Republic. (2022).
Figure 83. SketchUp master bedroom
Figure 85. Brunswick Kit Kat Matt White Tile.
Note: Tile Cloud. (2022).
Figure 86. Aggregato Mist Porcelain terrazzo look tile.
Note: Perini Tiles. (2022).
Concept Development
Ensuite
Figure 89. Timberline Nevada Plus Wall Hung Vanity with Above Counter Basin.
Note: The Blue Space. (2022).
Figure 84. Sketch of ensuite
Figure 90. Phoenix Vivid Slimline Wall Basin/Bath Set 230mm Curved-Brushed Gold.
Note: The Blue Space. (2022).
Figure 87. White oak.
Note: The Wood Database. (2022).
Figure 88. Ariston Marble.
Note: Euro Marble. (2022).
Figure 91. ADP Margot Above Counter Basin - Gloss White.
Note: The Blue Space. (2022).
Figure 92. Bjorn Arch Floor Mirror (Brass).
Note: Life Interiors. (2022).
Figure 93. SketchUp of ensuite
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