The Butchery on Hopetoun Avenue

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Nestled in the picturesque suburb of Vaucluse, Sydney, 173 Hopetoun Avenue tells a story of transformation. Once a bustling butcher shop, this historic building now stands as a luxurious three-story residence. Recently reimagined by Yuraisha Flaxman of Project Y, the home strikes a balance between preserving its rich heritage and embracing a bold, contemporary design that reflects the owners' vibrant personalities.








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Having modernized the home a decade ago, the owners, avid art collectors, sought to infuse their space with character and sophistication. Yuraisha Flaxman, the Interior Designer and Project Manager, described the challenge as creating a luxurious space rich with colour and texture that would complement the home’s classic framework.




“The owners wanted something fresh—an interior that felt luxurious yet personal, with a touch of drama,” she explains. The home’s narrow layout presented a unique design challenge, restricting significant structural changes. However, this limitation inspired creative solutions, with the team focusing on elevating the existing layout while respecting the building’s heritage and its stunning harbour views.





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“We couldn’t move the kitchen or add an island,” Yuraisha recalls.
“Instead, we worked within the framework to create a space
that balanced modern elegance with traditional charm.”



The heart of the home lies in the kitchen, where the stunning “Bean Counter” green cabinetry by Porter’s Paints makes a bold statement. The rich green hue accentuates the natural beauty of Polytec Boston oak joinery, creating a seamless connection to the home’s verdant surroundings. This vibrant palette is paired with Calacatta Monet marble countertops and splashbacks, featuring dramatic green and brown veining that complements the cabinetry and French oak herringbone flooring. The marble’s robust elegance harmonizes with the rest of the design, striking a perfect balance between opulence and subtlety.





Black steel windows and doors, paired with reeded glass and intricate wainscoting, add depth and texture, nodding to the home’s historical roots. Momo Handles’ Bellevue Lined Cabinet Range in Brushed Satin Brass became finishing touch. Selected for the kitchen, fireplace, and TV unit, the hardware’s tactile ribbed detailing enhanced the luxurious feel of the space.




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“The Bellevue handles offered a classic aesthetic that tied everything together,” says Yuraisha. “Their weight and quality immediately resonated with the owners, adding a tangible sense of luxury to everyday interactions.”




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With the growing range of door and cabinet hardware, achieving this level of design unity has never been easier.

“Their expanded range ensures consistency across the entire home, making it possible to achieve a beautifully coordinated look,” says Yuraisha.

Hopetoun Avenue stands as a testament to the power of thoughtful design. Its transformation blends the building’s storied history with a bold,

imaginative vision, delivering a captivating sanctuary for its owners—a space as dynamic and inspiring as the art they love.