Prue Ruscoe
PHOTOGRAPHY
Altus Design Studio
INTERIOR DESIGN
Services provided include:
/ spatial planning
/ custom joinery design and documentation
/ hard finishes and fixtures selection
/ colour selections
/ lighting selection
/ design management
/ furniture layout and selection
/ artwork curation of existing and new works
/ window treatments
YEAR/ 2024
LOCATION/ LILYFIELD
CALIFORNIA DREAMING
A beloved Lilyfield home stripped of much of its character by previous owners, has regained its heart and soul after a sensitive and considered renovation. Small structural updates throughout plus reconfigured bathrooms, laundry and kitchen have optimised the internal living spaces and mean the sweeping views to Canada Bay can now be fully enjoyed. A deftly chosen colour palette throughout and the reintroduction of heritage details in the original part of the house have revitalised the home’s functionality, creating a light-filled space that seamlessly transitions between old and new.
"I first discovered Josie’s work after staying in her beautifully renovated house in the Blue Mountains. What immediately stood out to me was the stunning use of colour and art throughout the property. At the time, our home felt piecemeal and purely functional—we had lived in it for a few years but hadn’t really made it our own. I decided to reach out to Josie, and from our very first interaction, she was an absolute joy to work with. Friendly, approachable, and incredibly knowledgeable, she offered creative ideas without ever being pushy or rigid.
Josie has a rare gift for envisioning opportunities we could never have imagined. She transformed our once beige and functional house into a vibrant, art-filled space that seamlessly connects the indoors and outdoors. Her ability to blend color, texture, and art is truly extraordinary.
Her collaborative approach made the process smooth and enjoyable, with no challenge too big or detail too small. The result is a home that is not only beautiful but also personal—a space we genuinely love coming back to every day. What could have been a stressful and overwhelming experience was instead fun and rewarding thanks to Josie. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome and would love the opportunity to be able to work with her again"
- ALISON + ALEX
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