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DX Architects Richmond Residence 3 has been published in the House & Garden magazine (October 2011) titled 'Perfectly formed: inner-city Melbourne renovation' by Judy Ostergaard

The footprint of this inner-city Melbourne home is the same, but a thoughtful redesign means the Xuereb family now has twice the living space. The heritage frontage of the cottage belies its modern interior, and it's the perfect combination for homeowner Rebecca Xuereb, pictured with daughter Milla.

The room divider, designed by Daniel, is the focal point in the open-plan living space. Cushions from Adairs. Joinery by Central Cabinets. Pendant light (over island) from Beacon Lighting.

In the ensuite, the walls, floor and bath facing are tiled in the same large-format tiles from Perini Tiles. Bath from Argent Australia. Tapware from Rogerseller.

Storage under the stairs means toys can be stowed in a snap.

A bank of bifold doors separates the dining room from the deck, creating a longed-for indoor-outdoor connection. Antique dining setting.

A walk-through wardrobe is concealed behind the bedhead in the main bedroom. Bedlinen from Aura by Tracie Ellis. Lamp from Bunnings.

A Marc Pascal Xploff light fitting and wall art bought on eBay are cute touches in Milla and Isobel's bedroom. Bed and dresser from Baby Bunting. Chair from Bunnings.

Paint-backed glass is a colourful and hardwearing alternative to tiles in the bathroom. Basin from Argent Australia. Tapware from Rogerseller. Chair from Bunnings. Floor tiles from Perini Tiles.

Daniel built the cubby for Isobel (left) and Milla out of spotted gum, adding a ladder and slide from A-Play.

Photography Derek Swalwell
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