Prue Ruscoe
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Altus Design Studio
INTERIOR DESIGN
With the expat clients living in Asia during the renovation, this project was the ultimate exercise in trust. Perched on a Manly hilltop with stunning bones, this house required all the significant spaces to be optimised for it to be a home to this young family of five. Joinery throughout the house was completely redesigned, not only to improve the functionality of the living and private spaces but to enhance the double height ceilings in the casual living area at the rear. The clients love of earth toned and clay colours were skilfully woven throughout in blocks that tie the rooms together, creating a bold yet warm and inviting space. The addition of a new bathroom and kitchenette in the downstairs level means friends and family from abroad can now be welcomed.
YEAR/ 2024
LOCATION/ MANLY
HOMECOMING QUEEN
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
/ window treatments
"We couldn't be more thrilled with the beautiful, colour filled and peaceful family haven that Josie has helped us create. We were living overseas when we bought our forever home and from the beginning we knew we wanted to transform it with as much colour and texture as possible.
After staying in one of Josie's gorgeous properties in the Blue Mountains, we were drawn to her sense of style and loved her use of colour. Throughout the project, which we managed remotely, Josie calmly guided us through the design and procurement process and gave us the confidence to take design risks.
We are so glad we trusted Josie on each design decision. She has created sophisticated "grown up" spaces with high quality finishes together with practical details that make juggling three young kids just that little bit easier. Every day, as we walk through the house, we feel such a sense of joy."
- JENNIFER AND SEAN
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