Double Bay Apartment

Located in the seaside suburb of Double Bay, Sydney, this top floor apartment enjoys sweeping views across Sydney Harbour. Kaiko Design Interiors were engaged by Luis La Pegna Design to prepare design and documentation drawings that would transform the outdated interior into a refined residence balancing modern amenities with classic architectural character.

The design subtly references the building’s 1920s heritage, introducing light oak herringbone flooring and custom joinery detailed with soft curves. These historical elements sit comfortably alongside contemporary conveniences tailored to the client’s active lifestyle. Integrated ceiling speakers, heated towel rails and in ceiling bathroom heating were thoughtfully incorporated to enhance comfort and everyday living.

A key focus of the renovation was creating a highly functional cook’s kitchen within a modest footprint. Full sized appliances were carefully integrated and bench space was maximised to support food preparation while maintaining a refined and elegant appearance. Custom cabinetry extends throughout the apartment, providing generous storage solutions where space is at a premium.

The original layout consisted of a series of enclosed rooms with the main living areas positioned toward the rear of the apartment. Through a complete spatial reconfiguration, the interior now flows as an open sequence of kitchen, dining and living spaces stretching from the front to the back of the home. This new arrangement supports contemporary living and also allowed the relocation of the second bedroom to better utilise the available space.

Although the renovation presented challenges due to the apartment’s compact footprint and the many features the client wished to include, these constraints ultimately led to creative solutions that ensure every part of the home works efficiently and beautifully.


Photography — Fiona Susanto

 
apartment at seaview sydney, in the style of contrasting light and dark tones, light gold and gray, reflections and mirroring, color-blocked textiles, uhd image, living materials

OPEN PLAN LIVING ROOM - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
sydney harbour room, in the style of unexpected fabric combinations, light bronze and yellow, contemporary quilts, mid-century modern design

PRIMARY BEDROOM - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
 
small sydney office, in the style of floral accents, minimalist detail, colorful minimalism, modernist style, cathy wilkes, functional design, white and beige

HOME OFFICE - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
 
the apartment has wooden cabinets and a black dining table, in the style of sinuous lines, rounded, use of screen tones, precise craftsmanship, polished craftsmanship, wooden furniture and dark cabinetry in a modern living room style kitchen, in the

COOK’S KITCHEN - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
large white modern bathroom with screen, in the style of packed with hidden details, rounded, monochromatic simplicity, pastel color schemes, engineering/construction and design, porcelain

BATHROOM - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
 
modern bathroom design with mirror, sink and tub, in the style of monochrome simplicity, made of wrought iron, bauhaus functional design, dark bronze and white, extruded design, playful details, austere simplicity

BATHROOM - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
a bedroom with a large window and door leading out, in the style of captivating harbor views,

BESPOKE WARDROBES - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
 
the kitchen is open and has dark colored cabinets and an island counter top, in the style of marble, juxtaposition of light and shadow, high quality photo, layered veneer panels, dark brown

CUSTOM KITCHEN CABINETRY - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
a modern kitchen with a stove and wooden cabinets, in the style of packed with hidden details, vienna secession, gray and black, ethereal transparency, light white and light bronze

BESPOKE ENTRY JOINERY CABINETRY - DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
 

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The layout of the apartment was definitely of its era, but it certainly didn’t take advantage of that view. Working with Nic on the planning has completely changed how I live here. I’m still amazed he managed to get in a full bath and separate shower!

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DOUBLE BAY APARTMENT

 
 
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