Paperhangings (Maree Wilding) Historic Homestead, "Merridale" in Kew. The client brief was to see the National Trust listed homestead restored faithfully to a High Victorian interior scheme using authentic archival wallpapers from the historic period of 1880s, the timezone when the house was built. The papers were sourced from the Phyllis Murphy Archival Collection and faithfully reproduced by Paperhangings under the direction of Barbara Wilding.

Photos by Sarah Wood Photography. Architect’s notes: Major refurbishment of an 1880’s Victorian home. Spaces were reconfigured to suit modern life while being respectful of the original building. A meandering family home with a variety of moods and finishes. Special features: Low-energy lighting Grid interactive electric solar panels 80,000 liter underground rain water storage Low VOC paints