PROJECT SHOWCASE
Parents' Retreat – Wangaratta
A Thoughtful Transformation for a Growing Family
A retreat for family and connection
The clients wanted spaces that felt intimate yet uplifting — including a beautiful sunken lounge
Client Brief
The clients wanted a retreat-style upgrade that offered comfort, character and better use of space. Their goals included a dedicated relaxation area, improved flow through the entry and living zones, and a sense of warmth and cohesion throughout the home.
Key Design Focuses
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A Sunken Lounge with Purpose
A stunning, intimate space created specifically for music, relaxation and hosting — designed to feel set apart while still connected to the rest of the home. -
Enhanced Entry & Entertaining Areas
The redesign elevates the home’s arrival experience and creates natural gathering points that are both functional and visually impressive. -
Atmosphere & Connection
Attention was given to light, finishes and spatial balance to ensure the whole retreat feels calming, cohesive and suited to the clients’ lifestyle.
Outcome
The finished retreat is warm, inviting and beautifully grounded — a space that blends personality with everyday practicality. The sunken lounge, statement entry and curated finishes now work together to create an atmosphere of comfort and calm. The addition of a two-way fireplace, visible from both inside and out, adds a striking architectural feature while enhancing the sense of relaxation and connection between spaces.
With refined zoning and a thoughtful layout, this parents’ retreat now offers the perfect place to unwind, reconnect and recharge — a space designed not just to look beautiful, but to feel like home.