Beautifully Restored Queenslander

Meticulously Crafted

Upstairs Deck After

When Paddington real estate agent Pamela Ross first saw this home, she knew she wanted to secure the listing for this meticulously crafted renovator at Ashgrove. Over the years, Pamela has watched the conversion of an original 1914 Queenslander into a modern family home by owners and builders Gavin and Helen.

Front of House

Knowing that the home is ‘something special’, Pamela calls in the team from Showhomes to bring it’s inner beauty to the fore by highlighting the home’s beautifully restored traditional features along with the modern lifestyle envisaged by Gavin and Helen for the next generation of owners.

Day 1 – Initial Consultation

10am Monday

Tracey from Showhomes is introduced to the home’s history.  Gavin describes the painstaking restoration and renovation process.  He and Helen outline the effort that has gone in to creating amenity in the living, sleeping and outdoor spaces.

Office Before

Tracey opts for designing a modern home with a uniquely Australian theme in the living areas.  Together she and Helen build a plan to prepare for the photo-ready makeover a few weeks away.

Office After

The first room encountered is the downstairs office.  Helen explains the significance of the room for Gavin’s business and entertainment requirements.  Showhomes’ furniture and furnishings are brought in to compliment the existing desk.

Office After

Modern artworks reflect the desired look and feel of blending home’s traditions with the modern world; as well as reflecting the owners’ love of the outback.

Day 2 – Photo-Ready Makeover

10am Tuesday

Living in Design

Helen rallies her sister Sheryl and daughter Jessica to assist the Showhomes’ team with the makeover.

Kitchen Before

Family involvement in the styling process is crucial in an occupied home.  The family needs to be able to comfortably live around the styling and know how to pull it all together for viewing at a moment’s notice.

Stylish simplicity is important.  Upstairs, the superb kitchen is cleared, cleaned and styled for market.

Kitchen After

The dining room awaits attention…

Dining Before

Seemingly effortless definition is created

Dining After

The large living space

Lounge Dining Before

A distinct ‘Lounge Room’ is created, bringing relaxation and definition into the room

Lounge Before

Splashes of colour draw the eye across the large living and dining space

Lounge Dining Kitchen After

Creating comfortable flow towards the outdoor dining and seating areas

Armchair After

Desk After

The deck appears more rustic before

Deck Before

And more polished after

Deck After

More barren before

Side Deck Before

And more comfortable after

Side Deck After

Designed for Living…

Back Deck After

The Sleeping Zone

Creating uniquely private sleeping areas for a variety of potential users of different ages, whilst keeping flow to the feel of the home, is the professional’s challenge.

Master Bedroom Before

The Master Bedroom sets the scene

Master Bedroom After

Personal comfort

Master Bedroom Before

From the outside in…

Master Bedroom After

Whilst an adjacent room

Guest Bedroom Before

Becomes a child’s space

Child’s Bedroom After

A guest bedroom transformed

Large Spare Room Before

As a young adult’s room

Young Adult’s Room After

Another downstairs bedroom

Spare Bedroom Before

Becomes a teenager’s retreat

Teenager’s Bedroom After

Market Ready

‘Helen and I really appreciate the efforts your team put into our project!’ said Gavin.

Showhomes thanks and acknowledges the time, talents and treasures of our wonderful stylist Cheri Lee; two brilliant photographers, Paul McCann (before photos) and Antony Merat (afters); Nathan from Floral Images,  and Judy and the artistic team from Dalozzo Galleries.

Helen and Gavin are looking forward to seeing the benefits of professionally decorating their home-for-sale – better online photos, more viewings at open homes – higher offers – a faster sale.

Please note: All photos and artworks are subject to copyright.

Antique Bear