2024 Gallery
Award: Residential Decoration
Amelda Wilde Interior Design for Von Leach Residence
Von Leach residence romanticises the arts + crafts narrative of an original Californian Bungalow into an extended home, built for legacy and preservation. Subtle ovations of hand craftsmanship coexisting with overt contrasts in colour, materiality, proportions and light dramatically amplify the enchanted atmosphere weathered by time.
Jury Citation
Von Leach Residence gave the jury a real sense of the expression of its occupants and their personal values, which made the project stand out amongst the other entries. This expression comes out through the arts and crafts nature of the interior’s styling, as well as the more contemporary steel detailing, creating an appealing old versus new dynamic. While the design may capture a personalised atmosphere, it is also to be commended for an economical use of materials that is sparse yet rich. From a sustainability perspective, the use of vintage furnishings and recycled steel pieces and reliance on local manufacture adds to the project’s striking success.
