SITCHU MAGAZINE Once dubbed a “nightmare house” after a renovation gone wrong, this five-bedroom home in Drummoyne, in Sydney’s Inner West, has been totally reimagined by Claudia Lambert, head of studio at Claudia Lambert Interiors. Thanks to Claudia’s expert eye, this location has been given the love it deserves and a whole new personality in the process. Now, it’s the definition of a dream home—curated yet contemporary, with an effortless style that perfectly reflects the young professional couple (plus their two kids and a dog) who live here. “This house had a bit of baggage,” Claudia recalls. “But my clients saw the potential and wanted to give it a new energy. The goal was to strip away that bad history and inject life, warmth, and personality.” On her first site visit, Claudia’s vision started to form. “We wanted to inject some major personality with colour, layers, textures, and art,” she explains. The brief was clear—a family home that felt sophisticated yet relaxed, livedin but beautifully designed. Claudia layered textural elements to create this atmosphere, adding depth, drama, and warmth. “We played off the solid base of blonde timber floors and crisp white walls, then layered in woods, linens, metals, and marble to give it richness,” she explains. “The linen drapes add softness, while the rugs and wall treatments in the master bedroom bring in a sense of cosiness.” Every corner of the home has been carefully curated, with materials playing off each other in just the right way. “Mixing metals and wood tones is a favourite trick of mine. It’s about striking that balance—bold but not overwhelming,” says the interior designer. When it came to the colour palette of the property, Claudia wanted to think outside of the box. “I always use art as a jumpingoff point,” she says. “For this project, the Anna Curnuck artwork in the living room and the Matt Cauchi piece in the dining area set the tone. Blues, pinks, and golds weave throughout the home, grounded by deeper wood tones to bring warmth.” Another focal point is the punchy blue couch in the living room, which ties in with other blue elements in the artwork and ornaments. “I chose one bold colour for the living space and then kept the rest neutral but with different materiality,” Claudia says of the eye-catching sofa. Claudia believes lighting and artwork can make or break a space. “Both are huge in this home! The art feels like it was made for the space— it’s oversized, dramatic, and really brings the rooms to life. Adding in statement lighting that acts as sculptures is another favourite trick of mine. One should never rely on overhead lighting alone,” she shares. The living room also features carefully curated hero pieces. “The Yak chair is just fun,” Claudia says. “We added Catherine Martin Designs cushions in a dirty pink and styled the steel coffee table with marble trays to keep it tidy.” While the dining area is more restrained and pared-back. “We kept it simple with a pink Italian glass vase from Venini,” she shares. The entryway of the home was all about making an impact. “We paired a graphic black-and-white Will Cooke artwork with a Crespi-style vase from Kate Nixon.” The bedrooms continue the home’s design narrative with tactile finishes and calming tones while the outdoor living area is the icing on the cake. Overlooking the tranquil pool area, the backyard has been transformed into an alfresco entertaining zone that feels like a natural extension of the interiors. Taking in the finished space, Claudia describes it as “walking into a well-curated life—full of mess, joy, and that unmistakable feeling of home. It’s casual, contemporary, and luxe.” As for what’s she most proud of? “The cohesion. Every space flows seamlessly, tied together by a common thread. It’s not just a house; it’s a home.” Explore More Stylish Homes Peek inside exquisite properties and boutique accommodation across Australia and hear what inspired the architects, interior designers and homeowners. sitchu.com.au/home-tours “This house had a bit of baggage. But my clients saw the potential and wanted to give it a new energy. The goal was to strip away that bad history and inject life, warmth, and personality.” — Claudia Lambert Interior Design & Styling: Claudia Lambert Interiors @claudialambertinteriors Photography: Hannah Blackmore Photography @hannahblackmore Words: Bella Brennan @bellarosebrennan
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