Our brief was something timeless, but not traditional,” says McElroy. “We wanted to create a home that was unique and designer, with hotel-esque and New York threads, whilst still sitting in the Australian market – and materials are one of the most important elements in changing our experience of a space.”

To this end, the team at SMAC Studio embraced a palette of soft neutrals, seafoam blue, bold turquoise quartzite, bronze details, and rich brown timbers. This palette was underpinned by Tongue & Groove solid European oak boards in Otta, which were set out in a contemporary chevron pattern with a straight 90mm border.

“This layout gave a beautifully polished look to the overall space,” says McEroy.

Mirrors are used across the two-storey home to reflect natural light – an important consideration as the home is one half of a duplex – and visually maximise the feeling of space.

The luxurious colourway of the Tongue & Groove boards combines dark pewter and rich brown undertones that work to ground the visually lighter elements and imbue the interior with a sense of warmth. “Slightly classic in tone and format the Otto Chevron was the perfect balance for the project,” explains McElroy. “It gives a real solidity and high-end aesthetic to the interior and the timber has a depth of colour and richness. It’s such a beautiful material.”