The renovation of this 50 year old example of provincial modernism realises the potential of the building's location adjacent to an inner city park, while providing a suitably contemporary setting for the client's collection of classic and eclectic furnishings.

Large windows and an open plan admit abundant light and establish views from, into and through the house. The spaces in the house flow together and join with the front and rear yards and the park beyond. A glazed corner in the living room overlooking the street, and floor to ceiling windows on the second floor, extend the interior of the house out into the park and present the interior to the public as on a stage.

The interior is simply detailed, with white walls and ceilings, a dark wood floor, and minimal trim set flush to the face of the walls. The central steel and glass staircase provides interest through fine details materials, and subtly separates the living and dining rooms from the kitchen, workroom and back entry. Warmer, more luxurious textures are found in the granite, wood and tile of the kitchen, as well as the carefully selected furnishing.