An existing apartment in a prized location on the Wharf at Woolloomooloo, extensively reimagined to better suit its owners.
Originally built in the 1990s, the apartment’s layout was inefficient and its cabinetry had become dated. The owners sought something both functional and expressive. Daniel Mazic, one of our kitchen designers, reconfigured the internal plan—removing walls, repositioning doorways, and eliminating a redundant hallway—resulting in improved flow and maximised space. The reorientation also created a more harmonious transition between the master bedroom, powder room, walk-in robe, and ensuite.
As is typical of apartment design, support pillars, load-bearing walls, and electrical risers presented constraints. These immovable elements were cleverly concealed, allowing the new joinery and layout to take centre stage.
Representative of the level of craftsmanship brought to inner-city Sydney kitchen renovations.
A striking kitchen defined by bold natural stone, fluted detailing, and a statement curved brass rangehood that balances refinement with understated luxury.
Refined yet luxurious, the kitchen is a study in understatement with layers of detail that reveal themselves over time. Central to the design is the dramatic natural stone island, its bold veining providing visual depth, complemented by fluted panelling to the island front. A curved applied metal rangehood anchors the space, paired with matching brass tapware and handles—striking without being ostentatious.
Integrated appliances maintain a seamless aesthetic, with Liebherr refrigerators, a Fisher & Paykel dish drawer, and the concealed rangehood hidden behind cabinetry. Smaller benchtop appliances are tucked neatly into an appliance niche.
The design balances practicality with moments of delight: LED strip lighting to the island enhances both mood and function, while the interplay of materials—brass, marble, and fine joinery—ensures this kitchen renovation feels luxurious but never overdone.
Classic L-shaped kitchen with island.
Light entering the apartment beautifully reflects of this kitchen, whether it's the applied metal rangehood box, the fluted bar panelling, or the polished stonework.
The kitchen sits within a modern open plan living and dining area.
For the most part, the material palette of this kitchen are refined, yet subdued, with the boldest colours coming from aged brass elements like the handles, curved rangehood, and stools.
An appliance niche hidden behind bifold doors.
The fridges are also concealed behind doors. These are two integrated Leibherr Peak Series column refrigerators.
The cooktop splashback is clad in a natural stone called Super White Dolomite.
Elegant Sparkbrook Pulls by Armac Martin.
Dark and moody Infinity Brown Quartzite against the brass of the Døwel Stools.
Armac Martin Sparkbrook Knobs in aged brass.
A well-appointed walk-in robe and powder room, complete with backlit shoe rack. Beyond is the ensuite.
Far from a conventional robe, this space is conceived as both dressing room and retreat. Full-height wardrobes frame a central vanity, while open, backlit shoe racking elevates everyday function into display. The powder room, directly adjoining the master suite, is enhanced by considered joinery, a generous mirror, and an atmosphere that feels personal and indulgent.
A luxurious makeup table with shoe rack.
The main bathroom vanities, with a softer tone.
Three vanities continue the design narrative with subtle variation: natural stone tops, custom cabinetry, and wall-mounted brass tapware unify the look across ensuite and powder spaces. The palette of textured tiles and soft lighting adds calmness and refinement.
The vanity in the guest bathroom reflects the colours, materials and fittings of the kitchen.
The WC vanity.
A small laundry space, but big on functionality.
Compact but highly efficient, the laundry features stacked Miele washer and dryer, generous storage, and a deep sink with brass fittings. Even here, the detailing is not overlooked—streamlined cabinetry ensures the space feels as considered as the rest of the apartment.
A photo-realistic illustration produced by Dan Kitchens Australia for the clients as part of the Design Service
The Woolloomooloo Project demonstrates how intelligent reconfiguration and finely executed joinery can transform a tired apartment into a space of quiet luxury. By concealing structural limitations and elevating everyday moments—cooking, dressing, bathing—the result is both functional and deeply personal.
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Our showroom at 26 Prime Drive, Seven Hills sits alongside our Sydney workshop, where we manufacture and paint our kitchens and joinery.
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