Shipham Street by Laidback Lee Design

Shipham Street

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Our Concord project was all about reimagining a classic family home — taking what already worked, and layering in new life, warmth, and a sense of personality through colour and texture. From the outset, our clients wanted their home to feel inviting and lived-in, yet elevated — a space that reflected their family’s rhythm and character. With this in mind, we approached the design with a focus on tactile materials, tonal layering and subtle injections of colour that make the spaces feel both fresh and timeless. In the living areas, soft earthy tones meet creamy neutrals and hints of muted greens — creating a calming backdrop that complements the home’s natural light. Textural finishes like boucle, natural linen, and warm oak bring depth and a sense of relaxed luxury. The kitchen became a key space to play with contrast — pairing smooth, painted cabinetry with brushed brass details and a richly veined stone. It’s a combination that feels both modern and enduring, perfectly suited to a busy family lifestyle. Every corner of this home was considered — from the art and soft furnishings to the joinery details — creating a cohesive flow that celebrates individuality while remaining effortlessly laidback. The result is a home that feels grounded and full of heart. A modern Australian family home that’s not afraid of colour, comfort or character.

Our Concord project was all about reimagining a classic family home — taking what already worked, and layering in new life, warmth, and a sense of personality through colour and texture. Read more

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Project team

Laidback Lee Design
Jacqui turk

Bringing warmth, colour and texture to a modern Australian home

Our Concord project was all about reimagining a classic family home — taking what already worked, and layering in new life, warmth, and a sense of personality through colour and texture.

From the outset, our clients wanted their home to feel inviting and lived-in, yet elevated — a space that reflected their family’s rhythm and character. With this in mind, we approached the design with a focus on tactile materials, tonal layering and subtle injections of colour that make the spaces feel both fresh and timeless.

In the living areas, soft earthy tones meet creamy neutrals and hints of muted greens — creating a calming backdrop that complements the home’s natural light. Textural finishes like boucle, natural linen, and warm oak bring depth and a sense of relaxed luxury.

The kitchen became a key space to play with contrast — pairing smooth, painted cabinetry with brushed brass details and a richly veined stone. It’s a combination that feels both modern and enduring, perfectly suited to a busy family lifestyle.

Every corner of this home was considered — from the art and soft furnishings to the joinery details — creating a cohesive flow that celebrates individuality while remaining effortlessly laidback.

The result is a home that feels grounded and full of heart. A modern Australian family home that’s not afraid of colour, comfort or character.

Completed: 2025
Price range: $1m - $2m
Building style: Contemporary
Client: Tarabay

8435h 13m

From the designer
This project was such a joy to work on, it perfectly captured what I love most about family homes: the chance to create spaces that feel genuinely lived-in and full of warmth. I loved seeing how the use of colour and texture transformed the atmosphere, making the home feel both calm and full of personality. It’s always so rewarding to see clients light up when their space truly reflects who they are... that’s what good design is all about.

Project team

Alexandra Holt

Interior Architect

Stephanie Ferrara

Director, Senior Designer

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“Our journey with Stephanie began when we sought her expertise in transforming our 2010 2- bedroom Redfern apartment into a stunning and unique living space. For nearly a year, Stephanie worked tirelessly on our project, taking our feedback and ideas to heart while consistently offering innovative, clean and creative concepts that exceeded our expectations. She even thoughtfully matched the shape of our mirrors to the coffee table, providing expert advice on offsetting the heights for a visually stunning effect. We would never have been able to bring these elements together ourselves! In the bathrooms, Stephanie truly outdid herself. She crafted two distinct spaces that were both special and unique. Her choice of fixtures and finishes elevated the rooms, and the niches she recommended have become a standout feature that consistently garners compliments from our guests. Her most significant contributions was her ability to seamlessly bring the project together. She kept us on track, ensured we stayed within budget, and expertly sourced and collaborated with our contractors. Her involvement in every aspect of the project, including sourcing furniture, not only simplified the process for us but also guaranteed that the end result was a cohesive and beautifully designed home.. Thank you, Stephanie, for going above and beyond in making our Redfern apartment an absolute masterpiece. We couldn’t have done it without you!”

Redfern Renovation Testimonial – Andrew Moore and Jesse Matheson