Monty's Treehouse
Architecture Residential Victoria, Australia
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1. Living/Dining The homes original timber clad living room with exposed beams were retained. 1920 px 1281 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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2. Living/Dining 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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3. Living We relocated the dining zone within the open plan 'L' shaped space to create a cosy inward looking sensibility in the living room and maximise connection with the tree scape when dining. The space previously used as a dining space is now used as a reading nook. 1920 px 1281 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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4. Living Mirrored surfaces reflect light into darker corners of the home. 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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5. Living Artwork by Venn Miles above Chromatic Fantastic cabinet by Danielle Brustman 1281 px 1920 px 922 KB Print - Low res only |
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6. Living Vintage Arizona Sofa by Jens Juul Eilersen for Niels Eilersen, 1970s Artwork Jessalyn Brooks Vintage upholstered coffee table Cesca Metallica lamp via Ajar Mani IV rug, Halcyon Lake. 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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7. Living Vintage cork screen alongside 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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8. Living Living: Supersolid object 5 (red sidetable) Fogia via Fred International. Wink Chair via Smith Street Bazaar. Cabinet ‘Chromatic Fantastic’ by Danielle Brustman. Riddle magazine rack Swedese via Fred International Mani IV rug, Halcyon Lake. Artwork by Venn Miles Entry: Nori Stool via CCSS Artwork from Gallery Midlandia. 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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9. Living Vintage Arizona Sofa by Jens Juul Eilersen for Niels Eilersen, 1970s Artwork Jessalyn Brooks Vintage upholstered coffee table Cesca Metallica lamp via Ajar Mani IV rug, Halcyon Lake. Supersolid object 5 (red sidetable) Fogia via Fred International. 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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10. Living Riddle magazine rack Swedese via Fred International Wink Chair via Smith Street Bazaar. Supersolid object 5 (red sidetable) Fogia via Fred International. 1281 px 1920 px 848 KB Print - Low res only |
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11. Living 1281 px 1920 px 999 KB Print - Low res only |
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12. Entry/Living 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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13. Entry/Living 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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14. Dining Dining chairs Thonet Hoffmann Dining table Harper’s Project 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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15. Dining Dining chairs Thonet Hoffmann Pendant shade Dining table Harper’s Project 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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16. Reading nook Rattan Cabinet from ikea Vintage lamp found on marketplace Artwork Jennifer Tarry-Smith Ceramic via the Coburg Pottery Collective 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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17. Reading nook Vintage lamp base with shade by Liz Cybulski with fabric by Oat Studio Tablecloth via Pan After Vintage armchair reupholstered in Maharem Oxbow fabric Side table McMullin & Co Painting by Van Tho Thrifted fruit bowl 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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18. Kitchen Vintage armchair reupholstered in Maharem Oxbow fabric Side table McMullin & Co 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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19. Kitchen 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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20. Kitchen Artwork by Ghost Patrol/David Booth Shelf by Spin stool Swedese via Fred International Ixia Vase Hattie Molloy via Ma House 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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21. Living 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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22. Living 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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23. Home owners 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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24. Master Pendant shade Ikea Bed blanket Cultiver Side table Weylands with homemade fabric skirt Bolster covers in fabric from Perri Cutten Painting Shanti Shea An via Brunswick Street Gallery 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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25. Master 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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26. Master 1920 px 1281 px 1015 KB Print - Low res only |
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27. Master 1281 px 1920 px 962 KB Print - Low res only |
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28. Master Glass sculpture by Jess Humphrey Painting by Chanel Sohier Fabric artwork by Mel Hasic Large vase Freedom Ceramic Kirsten Perry 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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29. Bedroom 2 Vintage Flokati Rug via Piazza Piazza Bear artwork found on Etsy. Black artwork by Sarah Shinners Snake artwork by Rian Van Waijenberg Sofa bed by Lounge Lovers Side table from Weylands Plate via Third Drawer Down Perspex shelves Ikea 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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30. Bedroom 2 Mobile by Sarah Shinners Robot artwork Vintage lamp/side table from Jolie Laide Custom bed base Bluestone Upholstery Custom bedhead in Maharem ‘Shake’ Robot artwork V. happy Co Bedding from In Bed 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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31. Study Desk, cabinets and chair Ikea Lamp moda Piera Mirror by Sarah Shinners Art by Jessalyn Brooks Tray Henry Wilson Cup Hasami porcelain Rug – Ropemaker via Fred International 1280 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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32. Study Face artwork found on etsy Other art Jessalyn Brooks Ikea cabinets Ceramic house Natalie Rosin Glass Vase thrifted 1281 px 1920 px 1 MB Print - Low res only |
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33. Study esk and lamp Ikea Coasters McMullin & Co 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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34. Exterior The original roofline and full height windows at the rear of the home overlook the deck which sits aloft amongst the tree canopy 1281 px 1920 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
Description
Monty’s Treehouse is located in the leafy suburb of Montmorency, Victoria.
Leaning on the strong palette inherited with the home, the team used furniture and art curation to layer each space and create a warmth which resonates throughout.
The 70’s home has been largely untouched - the timber lined walls, ceiling and floor; modest original kitchen; and large spans of window were all passed on with the home, setting the trajectory for our interior curation.
With each room thoughtfully curated, a profound connection with the surrounding landscape is maintained, while offering spaces that invite joy and appreciation across all seasons. Situating the dining table in the corner of the L-shaped living zone meant the family could enjoy two seperate living areas in quite a compact space. This layout also gave diners a view out over the deck's railing and gave the living room/sofa area cosy, cabin like containment.
Pieces collected and re-imagined mixed with new contemporary forms helped balance the honesty of the building while making it relevant to her family today.
Minimal architectural lighting meant leaning heavily on decorative lamps, which brought the focus inward in the evening, a welcome contrast to the expansive outlook enjoyed throughout the day.
Monty’s Treehouse served as the family home of Sarah Shinners and her family for two years and will be remembered fondly.
Questions and Answers
What inspired the design and concept of Monty's Treehouse? Were there any specific influences or themes you wanted to incorporate?
The 70’s home has been largely untouched - the timber lined walls, ceiling and floor; modest original kitchen; and large spans of window were all passed on with the home, setting the trajectory for our interior curation.
With each room thoughtfully curated, a profound connection with the surrounding landscape is maintained, while offering spaces that invite joy and appreciation across all seasons.
What were some of the biggest challenges you faced during the design and construction of Monty's Treehouse? How did you overcome them?
Pieces collected and re-imagined mixed with new contemporary forms helped balance the honesty of the building while making it relevant to the owners family today.
Minimal architectural lighting meant leaning heavily on decorative lamps, which brought the focus inward in the evening, a welcome contrast to the expansive outlook enjoyed throughout the day.
Details
| Completion date | 2024 |
Project team
| Without Studio | Furniture curation and styling | |
| Dylan James | Photographer |