Merriween

Merriween is a heritage Toorak residence refreshed through a design-management-led approach, with the objective of elevating the property for the $10M+ residential market.

Our role focused on guiding a full cosmetic renewal of the home, ensuring each update felt considered, cohesive and commercially strategic. Rather than altering the architectural fabric, the design direction worked with the property’s existing heritage character, enhancing its presentation through refined finishes, colour selection, lighting upgrades, material coordination and overall design management.

Front view of a large, white, two-story house with a red tile roof and black shutters, surrounded by landscaping including trees, bushes, and a garden with a small fountain.
Open white French doors lead to a backyard patio with black metal chairs and a table, greenery and trees in the background, and a hanging lantern.

The design strategy was centred on perceived value: improving the way the home photographs, presents and feels to future buyers. Every cosmetic decision was considered in relation to the property’s architecture, surrounding landscape and target market, creating a residence that felt elegant, enduring and ready for its next chapter.

A muted and sophisticated palette was introduced to bring calm and continuity throughout the home. Soft white tones, warm ambient lighting and carefully selected detailing were used to highlight the original mouldings, proportions and period features, while giving the interiors a fresher and more contemporary sensibility.

A backyard pool area with two lounge chairs, a small side table with a plant, lush green trees in the background, and a brick patio surrounding the pool.

The property was successfully sold for over $10 million, achieving the intended market outcome and reinforcing the value of a design-led approach to cosmetic renewal and sale presentation.

Photography: Courtesy of the client