Darlinghurst Apartment I

Perched in the heart of Darlinghurst, this apartment renovation is a testament to how intelligent design can elevate compact urban living. Working within a modest footprint, the project embraces a sleek, pared-back aesthetic defined by a light, tonal palette and a selection of meticulously curated, high-end finishes.

The project entailed a collaboration with iconic Italian design house Boffi, whose exquisite joinery, tiles, and bespoke furniture anchor the space with a quiet sophistication. The synergy between form and function is evident in every detail — each surface, junction, and material choice carefully considered to create a sense of cohesion and calm.

Delivering this level of craftsmanship in a constrained inner-city site posed notable challenges. The logistical complexity of working within a small apartment was compounded by the need for major crane lifts from busy Bourke Street and daily labour to bring materials into the apartment and take waste out.

This project was made all the more rewarding through our close collaboration with Boffi and the sophisticated design leadership of Lane Studio — a partnership that brought clarity, craft, and elevated vision to every square metre.

Architect Lane Studio
Engineer Fred Barros Engineering
Photos Timothy Kaye