Penthouse Vivace
Embracing a philosophy of unapologetic vibrancy, where materials don’t merely exist but perform. Designed for clients downsizing but not slowing down, the client’s appetite for boldness and playful experimentation has shaped a vision that allows for dramatism and functionality to coexist.
“The home is at once performative and deeply liveable”
The entry unfolds to the wine and whiskey lounge, an intimate arrival experience where hidden high gloss bars drenched in rich colour are dramatically revealed behind unassuming joinery. Here, the narrative shifts to the front of house kitchen, where the leathered granite island anchors the generous entertainment space between the bar and expansive north facing terrace.
The entertaining kitchen balances grandeur and boldness with moments of restraint. Stainless steel joinery performs throughout the day, reflecting light and casting shadows as the sun transitions across the north facing balcony, while travertine stone provides the perfect backdrop of the vibrant sculptural island. The island’s cantilevered profile invites a casual dining experience, finished with custom metal stools that unify the material palette in a cohesive dialogue of light and surface.
“We wanted a space that truly reflected our client’s vibrant attitude to life”
The dining space seats fourteen in sculptural Scarpa chairs, their subtle curvature and rich saddle leather reflects light throughout the day. Custom stained timber provides a warm counterpoint to the table’s dramatic scale, while furniture curation layers rich patina metals and confident colouring.
Nestled within the tree canopy, the outdoor terrace genuinely feels like an extension of the living space, furnished with pieces that elevate and redefine outdoor living.
The primary ensuite is clad in warm travertine, with feature stone plinth basins. Paired with stainless steel Vola tapware, the space feels restorative, timeless as natural light from skylights above softly streams in. All designed as a true retreat and a dressing room to match, landscape reflected inwards.
