Garton House

Located in inner North Melbourne, Garton House reinterprets a Victorian dwelling for contemporary family life. Original elements - including the façade, lacework, archways, and verandah - were carefully restored to maintain continuity with the surrounding heritage streetscape.

Living spaces were relocated to the rear, forming light-filled areas that open to a landscaped courtyard, while bedrooms remain at the front to preserve privacy. A restrained yet confident interior palette introduces a contemporary counterpoint to the restored Victorian shell.

Close collaboration between architect, builder, and client ensured a pragmatic and enduring outcome, balancing heritage sensitivity with modern liveability.

Modern kitchen with gray marble island, black and wooden cabinets, and a vase with white flowers on the island.
Modern living room with built-in wooden desk and shelves, black chair, decorative items, clock, and view into kitchen.
Modern kitchen with black and wood cabinetry, a marble countertop bar with black barstools, and a built-in wine refrigerator.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, black countertops, decorative plants, and a bowl of pears.
Modern living room with hardwood floors, a black fireplace, a framed abstract painting on the white wall, a round black dining table, wooden chairs, a red flower vase, and a large window.
Modern living room with a large window, gray armchair, and a black cabinet with books and purple flowers.
Modern dining room with round black table, four wooden chairs, a flower arrangement in a red vase, large window with black frames, beige curtains, and a view of a backyard patio.
Modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub against a gray stone wall, wooden cabinetry on either side, and a small towel hanging over the edge of the tub.
Interior hallway with a high arched ceiling, decorative white molding, wall-mounted lighting, and a black-framed glass door leading to an outdoor patio with trees and furniture.
A modern bathroom with gray tiled walls and floor, a wooden vanity with a marble countertop, a vase with flowers, a mirror, towel hooks with beige towels, and part of a white toilet.