Fitzroy House
DESIGNED BY FIONA LYNCH
Shortlisted: Best Interior, Best Bathroom at Belle Awards.
Commendation: Fiona Lynch – Designer of the Year at AIDA.
CONVERSION OF A FITZROY BOOT FACTORY
"Blending old and new, this house embraces a refined interior, with bold use of materials and bespoke joinery, while respectfully preserving the original architectural elements. The Lara Boot Factory in Fitzroy was converted into a living space by Ivan Rijavec in the 1980s. Fiona Lynch was approached by the new owner, an avid 'adventurer,' to create a private and relaxing retreat, one that offered space and storage for his extensive collection of books and art, in the midst of a bustling neighbourhood.
"Fiona Lynch Studio used a limited, but rich palette with stained American oak, honed stone and darker tones prevailing. The existing concrete floor was bush-hammered and left bare, the entryways were widened and the overall living/dining area was opened up."
An extract from Contemporary Houses & Apartments
Wim Pauwels, Beta-Plus, 2018
Photography by Sharyn Cairns