The Nedlands Apartment was purchased as a downsizing home, with a clear focus on elevating everyday spaces rather than reworking the entire layout.
Working within existing apartment constraints, the renovation prioritized precision, planning, and finish. The result is a calm, cohesive interior defined by refined detailing and timeless material choices.
As with many apartment renovations, the project came with technical constraints. Existing plumbing and hydraulic locations needed to remain largely unchanged, as chasing floors and slab penetrations can present challenges to neighbouring apartments and structural integrity. These limitations required careful planning and detailed documentation to achieve the desired outcome without unnecessary risk or cost.
Working within a tight budget, the clients were drawn to Newton Design Studio’s fixed-price contract structure and highly detailed drawings, which helped eliminate variations and price creep throughout the build. This approach provided certainty and confidence from design through to delivery.
The transformation is primarily driven by finishes and detailing. A refined palette of brushed brass and gold-select porcelain tiles flows through the kitchen, bathrooms, and laundry, creating cohesion across the spaces. The new kitchen features custom cabinetry with an integrated dishwasher and a beautifully proportioned waterfall-edge benchtop, delivering a result that feels considered, elegant, and tailored to the owners’ next stage of living.
