Ancient Versailles

Set in Melbourne’s suburb Camberwell, this carefully restored Victorian residence by Emily Gillis Design and Stevens Waters Building balances heritage character with contemporary family living. Designed for a growing family, the project focuses on warmth, longevity and architectural consistency, creating interiors that feel deeply connected across both original and newly reworked spaces.   Integral to this sense of cohesion is the flooring selection: Havwoods Ancient Versailles from the Parquetry Design Collection. Installed throughout the home, the timber flooring establishes a refined material language that brings continuity, texture and timeless appeal to every room. 

Brotherwolf’s South Melbourne flagship is a quiet masterpiece, a heritage-listed former bank transformed into a space that feels both grounded and finely tuned. Designed by Jessica Ellis Studio and brought to life by Spire Projects, the interior reflects a European-inspired material palette that balances nuance and depth.