milton avenue
Cloth + Stone Designs were engaged in 2019 to redesign the living space of Trebartha, a stunning Federation era estate on Milton Avenue, Mosman.
Built in the early 1900's this stunning home was originally created by Smith & Cabban, who were late 19th & early 20th century speculative builders and responsible for many beautiful homes and buildings in the area. Trebartha is a heritage item listed property under the The Bradleys Head Road Conservation Area.
Our brief was to create an elegant yet comfortable living and dining space overlooking the garden. Inspired by the surroundings, we chose a palette of soft blues and greens, enriched with natural materials and layered patterns for warmth and playfulness.
Australian-designed pieces anchor the space, including a blue velvet Arthur G sofa, armchairs from Arthur G and Tide Design, and a Zuster coffee table set. Brass lighting by Marz Designs adds a luxe contrast against the blue walls.
The open-plan layout maximizes natural light, with an American oak dining table and neutral upholstered chairs beneath a sculptural fabric pendant. A custom spotted gum joinery unit along one wall blends traditional warmth with contemporary style, featuring open shelves for display and concealed storage with brass mesh and handles.
The result is a timeless yet modern space, rich in texture and materiality, balancing sophistication with comfort.
Photography by Brigid Arnott
“Our very liveable living area is everything we wanted as Kate really listens to your brief and is always on the same page. We wouldn’t have been able to bring it all together if we hadn’t had Kate’s expert eye and in depth knowledge of not only colours and pattern, but also overseeing the tradespeople involved along the way.”
Julie M.
Read the full testimonial here.