By Greg Natale
This stunning two-storey residence in Oatlely, NSW, balances the sensible symmetry of Georgian architecture with the layering of contemporary finishes to create an interior that feels both decorative and minimalist. Beyond a elegant façade with a double-door entrance and a black and white marble flooring, tall ceilings and a curved custom staircase reveal a grand five-bedroom, five-bath family home. To unite the orderly, classical architecture and the vibrant modern décor, walls are complete with white lacquered fluting for visual, textural depth.
High ceilings make for airy, light-filled living areas that flow from one to the next through stone or timber portals. Arched windows and curved ceiling coffers creates a soft romance in the formal lounge, where a curated presentation of sculptural pieces enliven the neutral foundation with innovative pops of colour and texture. Printed wallpapers and coloured paint lights up various rooms with ornate charm, such the salon-inspired formal dining room that blooms in royal blue hues and a delicate grasscloth texture. Upstairs, elegant pastels are artfully layered in contemporary European furniture and luxe finishes to create a detailed interior that is still clean, modern and light.
Greg Natale, founder and director of Greg Natale, is a multi-award-winning Australian designer known for his innovative approach to creating highly detailed and uniquely curated spaces. His designs have featured in numerous local and international publications, including Architectural Digest, Elle Decoration, Vanity Fair, Vogue Living and Belle. Among the many awards to his name are Belle Interior Designer of the Year for both 2011 and 2014, and the 2021 Australian House & Garden Room of the Year. He has been named one of The World's Most Influential Designers by AD Mexico and a Design Visionary by Harper's Bazaar Interiors Middle East.
At the core of Greg Natale's intricately layered approach is tailoring to his client's individual tastes and needs. His passion for materiality, colour, pattern, and geometry motivates the designer to consistently explore new avenues and design genres through his work, weaving various references from classic to contemporary into his designs.
Greg has released three books on interior design showcasing his unique style: The Tailored Interior (published by Hardie Grant Books Australia in 2014), The Patterned Interior (published by Rizzoli NY in 2018) and The Layered Interior (published by Rizzoli NY in 2022). He continues to expand his business and currently has his own line of products available online and at the Greg Natale flagship store in Sydney, as well as leading homewares stockists in Australia, North America, Europe and Asia.