Belle

Front-row seat

Stepping into the expansive living areas of this elegant family home in Sydney’s eastern suburbs is akin to taking a seat with the audience in a beautiful theatre to watch the light and sun move across the harbour and city skyline throughout the day.

With so much drama outside it is quite fitting that the interior design by Alexandra Donohoe Church, principal of Decus Interiors, is so considered and calm. This is a house that whispers luxury rather than shouts

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