CHEER SQUAD - [ Melbourne ]

A LUMINOUS COLOUR PALETTE, high-gloss finishes and beautiful detailing devised in a creative collaboration between architect and designer infuse this apartment, a “jewellery box in the sky”, with subtle sparkle and light.

How did the owners come to choose this site? Lucy Bowen: They purchased the apartment in 2019 in Melbourne’s famous Shipley Building which has the most spectacular, uninterrupted views of the CBD, MCG and beyond. How did you become involved with this project? Lucy: The clients, Nat and Steve, were seeking a unique haven to escape their busy jobs and lives. We were all excited for the apartment’s potential and the dream was to create a ‘jewellery box in the sky’.

Lisa Buxton: I came in halfway to assist with lighting, soft furnishings, and furniture. The job was made easier given Lucy’s exceptional taste – her attention to detail was impeccable.

The job was a real joy. What were the challenges of the space and how did you resolve them? Lucy: The building itself was challenging as we were faced with heritage overlays, body corporate, solid concrete and a structural central core as well as low ceiling heights. The first step involved establishing the nonstructural walls and how to open up each space to allow more light in and to make the apartment feel bigger.