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Stonnington Group
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Martina Gemmola
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Gina
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Stonnington Group is a design company based in Melbourne, with design at its core and a complete integration of architecture, interior design, joinery and construction. Over the past 25 years, it has created custom residences for owners in multiple different regions, providing fully integrated interior design and solutions. They always believe that outstanding design stems from a focus on materials, space and craftsmanship, while the essence of a home comes from a perceptible sense of tranquility and warmth.

In the conversation with the Stonnington Group, they mentioned: "The Windermere residence is an evolutionary point of our design language and also enables us to put some new ideas into practice." This project is not only an exploration of new finishes and a more rustically pleasing aesthetic, but also a consistent commitment. No matter how innovative we are, we will continue the warm and welcoming atmosphere when entering the Stonnington space, while maintaining our uniqueness in the Melbourne architectural landscape. Against this backdrop, this residence is not merely the latest completed work of the team, but rather a profound interpretation of the balance between design and perception in their continuous practice.

Situated in Brighton, Project Windermere was created entirely in-house by the Stonnington Group. The residence reflects a design approach that values restraint, craftsmanship, and a deep consideration of how a home is lived in.

Windermere was shaped by a simple brief: to create spaces that feel as good as they look. From joinery that conceals rather than competes, to sliding garden walls that dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, every element is designed to support the flow of daily life. The kitchen has the warmth and permanence of crafted furniture, while the basement retreat offers a place of calm dedicated to wellbeing. Each detail chosen to bring a quiet richness to everyday living.

YINJISPACE: The project emphasises restraint, craftsmanship, and lived experience. How did you translate these qualities into tangible design gestures? Stonnington Group: The powder room is a great example of this. We designed and manufactured the custom mirror and vanity in-house. We established the Stonnington Factory over 10 years ago. This is a dedicated space where we manufacture all custom joinery items solely for our own homes. It allows us to push the limits with custom details, as we do not need to worry about outsourcing the fabrication of these pieces.

Unlike many projects of its scale, Windermere was designed, built, and crafted entirely in-house by Stonnington. This end-to-end approach created a rare continuity — a single rhythm of design carried through every layer of the home. From the architecture and masonry to the cabinetry and even the smallest details, such as hardware, each element speaks the same design language.

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