Little OG

Albert park, Victoria

Architect: Little Brick Studio

Photographer: Shannon McGrath

The stunning home designed by McMahon and Nerlich exemplifies their signature approach to architecture and interior design. Little OG is an innovative living experiment, transforming a small south-facing Victorian cottage within a tiny row house into a modern home. The design features a dissolving courtyard and ample natural light, allowing the home to expand and contract, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor elements. Furnished with Australian-inspired pieces from Kett, the home beautifully integrates functionality and aesthetics, bringing it into the 21st century.

Featuring light grey fabrics, beige leather, and natural timber stains, harmoniously integrate with the surroundings.

Natural light floods the room through expansive windows and a skylight, enhancing the beauty of the wooden materials used throughout the space. The warm atmosphere created by the wooden ceiling beams and floors is complemented by open shelving and minimalist cabinetry, which offer both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Kett's furniture pieces, featuring light grey fabrics, beige leather, and natural timber stains, harmoniously integrate with the surroundings. 

Potted plants and greenery, both inside and out, enhance the connection to nature, contributing to a serene and tranquil environment.

The spatial plan retains front rooms, adds a central courtyard for light, and redistributes upper-level forms. It features a dissolving central courtyard with sliding doors, merging indoor and outdoor spaces. A floating staircase with sleek white railings adds a sculptural element to the design, leading to a second level that appears equally bathed in natural light. Potted plants and greenery, both inside and out, enhance the connection to nature, contributing to a serene and tranquil environment.

Local furniture, ceramicists, and artists are highlighted.

With sustainability as a key consideration, timber becomes the defining material, showcasing local craftsmanship. Local furniture, ceramicists, and artists are highlighted. The kitchen and open-tread staircase enhance spatial flow and light. Through planning and spatial generosity, rooms are compact yet combine to create a poetic outcome through materiality and light. The design converts a one-bedroom terrace into a home for a semi-retired client and her family.

  • Johanna Side Chair - Indoor Furniture

    Johanna Side Chair

    The Johanna collection references the textures of coastal grasslands that knit the surface of the dunes, the palette of colours drawing inspiration from the hues over grazing pastures. Johanna is defined by a curvaceous and elegant form, executed with exceptional detail. 

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  • Otway Timber Dining Tables - Indoor Furniture

    Otway Timber Dining Tables

    Inspired by time spent exploring the understory of the giant forests of Cape Otway. The Otway Table is defined by its soft timber profile and elegant proportions. With a timeless and enduring quality as the result of its simplified complexity.

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The design embodies McMahon and Nerlich's commitment to creating spaces that are approachable, beautiful, and memorable.

Features include an acoustically separate guest wing, courtyard, spacious kitchen, storage solutions, and a main bedroom opening to both the courtyard and a sunny terrace for a small garden and discreet clothes drying. The design embodies McMahon and Nerlich's commitment to creating spaces that are approachable, beautiful, and memorable, with each element thoughtfully considered to reflect their unique creativity and design philosophy.

  • Avoca Leather Sofa - Indoor Furniture

    Avoca Leather Sofa

    Avoca's compact frame creates an air of lightness and a subtle nod to mid-century Scandinavian design. Designed and manufactured in Australia, The Avoca sofa offers quality without compromise in fixed or modular sizes.With enduring contemporary lines and plush level of comfort, the Avoca sofa can be customised through a wide range of fabrics and leathers. 

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  • Otway Round Coffee Tables Timber - Indoor Furniture

    Otway Round Coffee Tables Timber

    Inspired by time spent exploring the understory of the giant forests of Cape Otway, the Otway collection is defined by its soft timber profile and elegant proportions. The Otway coffee table collection is a contemporary range of nesting coffee and side tables. Available in three rich timber tones that convey the beautiful natural grain.

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  • Glenaire Low Back Swivel Chair - Indoor Furniture

    Glenaire Low Back Swivel Chair

    Classic materials and modern proportions, Glenaire is a balance of artistry and engineering. Atop a solid timber base and legs with an integrated swivel mechanism, a soft line flows from the arm into a comfortable backrest. The curved seat allows you to unwind with ease. With a huge selection of designer textiles and leathers on offer, you can tailor the look to perfectly suit your space and tastes.

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Home by McMahon and Nerlich

McMahon and Nerlich collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to create architecture and interior design that is approachable, beautiful, and memorable. Kate and Rob are passionate advocates for good design. They have received numerous awards for their work and hold sessional positions teaching design to Masters students at the University of Melbourne. Regardless of the project's requirements, Kate and Rob are personally involved in every aspect, ensuring clients benefit from their distinctive creativity and design philosophy. Their approach to design is unique, with each project reflecting a sculptural interpretation of form, space, and place. No two projects are the same, yet their signature style is always evident.

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