In collaboration with Urban Future Architects, Nina Maya Interiors set out to design a new standard for terrace living on a 133m2 inner-city block, adding onto an original, architectural home. Sewing together a traditional cottage with a modern rear extension, the Glasshouse is the consummation of floor-to-ceiling glass, an abundance of light and rich materiality.

Presenting as a modest heritage abode from the front, the Glasshouse takes on an entirely new persona at the back. The rear contemporary, architectural extension is a complete contrast with the old, where the height of the home expands to three levels and includes a spectacular attic conversion. 

Challenged by the size of the site, Nina Maya Interiors positioned a glass stairwell as the central spine of the three-storey terrace. This allowed the design team to open up the home considerably, transforming it from a two bedroom, one bathroom cottage into a three bedroom, four bathroom home with open-plan living and outdoor area. Both interior designer and architect also took a strong focus on sustainability, maximising natural light while introducing double-glazed windows, double insulation and strategic ventilation. 

Nina Maya Interiors were intent on creating luxurious inner-city living through consideration for quality materials and craftsmanship, ensuring everything was handmade with custom finishes, this led to engaging a number of artisans. Together they worked with an elegant material palette of bronze, brass, marble, large format porcelain tiles, fluted glass and steel, as well as natural timber and textural fabrics. These materials are interwoven with subdued green, grey and salmon tones. The Glasshouse is also made unique through Nina Maya Interiors’ selection and placement of lighting. lighting is discreetly integrated into the ceiling, plasterwork and walls, while Arch Wall Light adds personality in the bathroom.