RESIDENTIAL
Coolum Sea Change
When our clients spotted this apartment in Coolum, they were very much taken with the spectacular view.
Like many in recent times, they were in the market for a sea-change and were ready to downsize from their family home in Brisbane. While the apartment was looking pretty tired and dated, they could see the potential.
Fresh paint, newly sanded floors on the upper levels, with new tiles on the lower levels, plus updated cabinetry throughout was the perfect place to start. A fabulous new kitchen in shades of white Ashgrain with hand-made zellige splashback tiles and a smartstone benchtop immediately modernized the space and helped set the tone for a pared back and natural palette. A completely refreshed master ensuite was installed with stunning feature tiles in shades of green, bringing in an element of fun and perfectly reflecting the tones of the treetops visible from the window.
The apartment features a lower studio, however the original staircase was situated directly across the middle of the room, creating a very cramped space that was not functional. This was immediately re-designed so the staircase hugged the walls as it descends, allowing the studio space to be open. The balustrades were also changed from dated wire and timber to a stunning white powder-coated steel and timber, lifting the style instantly.
New furniture throughout was chosen specifically for this new compact home and relaxed lifestyle, with classic shapes and oak timber tones. Soft shades of blue and mustard with sandy neutrals feature throughout the upstairs living, complementing the coastal views. The master bedroom on the ground floor, with its treetop and ocean glimpse views, feature earthy tones of green, pairing back perfectly with the feature tiles in the ensuite. Lastly, the downstairs studio is a delicious combination of charcoals, whites, pinks and mustards, creating a fresh and relaxed getaway for the client’s adult children, who absolutely love their parent’s new pad. Who wouldn’t want to come and visit!
