David Hicks’ Lavish Interiors
David Hicks latest project is a clean, sharp, functional third floor apartment, with a commanding view over Melbourne’s oceanfront. His client, a glamourous jet setting lady, wanted to renovate her 10th floor apartment by bringing in the outside view as much as possible. So David cleverly executed a space that is devoid of clutter, and filled with pleasurable senses, subdued, yet vibrant colors, and a multitude of high end materials that compliment an interior that looks and feels as glamorous as the owner herself.
Soft blues, greens and sandy colors were selected and contrasted with crisp white and polished steel.
Crisp white paint, vivid white, was selected for its non color effect. This allowed the other colors, as well as the materials
to speak and provide a crisp shell like bone structure.
to speak and provide a crisp shell like bone structure.
“Contemporary interior design for me is about pushing the boundaries with materials while making a space timeless and almost effortless in its detail. It is about the knowledge to combine vintage with modern and antique. Sustainability lies not only in the materials used but also in the life the project will enjoy.”
David Hicks
The Interior Plans for The Apartment
Mirrors served as wonderful embellishments, reflected the view, and created a great focal point for the apartment. Furniture and fabrics were selected to compliment the theme along with beautiful artwork by Dale Frank in deep sea colors.
To complete the look, the internationally famed interior designer incorporated a number of mirrors in order to emphasize the concept of its surroundings – the natural and calm colors of the ocean and sand below. Throughout the space, David used a number of grass cloth panels that served as a duel purposes – bringing texture into the rooms, as well as covering concealed panels that lead to the bedroom areas. As a result, this haven was designed with a strong sense of balance, and is in perfect harmony with its surroundings.
Photos courtesy Shannon McGrath
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