Best of Both Worlds
From Sanctuary issue 11. More articles like this
Sanctuary magazine issue 11 – Best of Both Worlds – Glebe, Sydney green home profile
Words Judy Friedlander
Photography Sue Stubbs
Excerpt: It’s a sign of a good renovation of an old period terrace when it brings out the very best of the original heritage features while providing present-day panache. Thanks to architect Caroline Pidcock, this little terrace in Sydney’s inner western suburb of Glebe is now showcasing its boomperiod Victoriana through a 21st century lens. Says Pidcock: “While the house is not heritage listed, it contributes to the area. “We aimed to retain the best of what is there in the public realm, while ensuring the new work is well designed so it contributes positively to the heritage of the future.” In the front half of the house, two original fireplaces framed by crisp white walls, high ceilings, plaster cornices and ceiling roses seem to invite the visitor or lucky inhabitant to repose with a good book and a glass of wine. Step into the renovated addition in the back half of the house and the style is contemporary with a nod to period detail.
