From the designer:
Originally designed and built in 1950 by highly acclaimed architect Harry Seidler, it has been honoured and updated under the direction of The Stylesmiths lead designer Rose Sorkheh.
Tucked discreetly into Sydney’s storied Castlecrag; a suburb built by visionary architects Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin - The Meller House radiates a calm, assured presence—a thoughtful interplay of enduring heritage and fresh perspective.
The result is a home that honours its mid-century spirit while embracing a new era of considered, contemporary living.
Step inside, and tall panes of glass frame lush greenery, erasing the boundary between indoors and out. To one side, the open-plan dining area flows seamlessly into a concealed kitchen niche, a thoughtful interplay of form and function where natural finishes take centre stage.
In the kitchen, creamy-veined marble unifies the island, cabinetry, and integrated range-hood for cohesive impact. Travertine floors lend earthy dimension, while timber veneer accents introduce depth and warmth.
Matte-white, handle-free cabinetry recedes quietly, allowing the textures to shine. Subtle black and metallic details punctuate a soft palette of whites and creams, and natural light floods the space, underscoring its connection to the verdant surroundings. Conceived for both daily life and entertaining, the space is poised and functional.
Concealed storage and hidden appliances maintain an unbroken rhythm of surfaces. A generous island invites casual gathering, while well-chosen accessories and greenery lend just the right note of personality.
Floor-to-ceiling glazing frames the scenery beyond, dissolving the distinction between interior and the world outside. Travertine flooring flows seamlessly from the kitchen, anchoring a tranquil, cohesive narrative.
The travertine-clad fireplace asserts itself at the heart of the room, complemented by transparent balustrades that invite light to dance freely. Warm neutrals and crisp whites dominate, accented by caramel and burnt-orange notes in the rug and furnishings. Black elements—a chair leg here, a fireplace frame there—add a contemporary, structured edge.
Upstairs, the master bedroom’s language of layered neutrals and fine materials continues. Honeyed timber floors ground the room; their warmth enhanced by abundant natural light. Floor-to-ceiling glass opens onto a terrace dotted with foliage, ensuring that the landscape remains an ever-present companion. Earthy tones and caramel-hued linens wrap the bed in understated comfort.
An adjacent dressing area echoes the home’s overarching palette, clad in cream and beige-veined marble that recalls the kitchen and bathrooms’ material story.
Black-framed windows and oversized mirrors introduce graphic clarity and reflect sweeping green views from the treetops outside. Light streams in through floor-to-ceiling sliders, their transparency ensuring the landscape remains front and centre.
The muted interiors allow nature’s vivid hues to take the lead, forging a resonant dialogue between indoors and out—a moment where craftsmanship, materiality, and setting align to extraordinary effect.
