Inside the Prahran cottage that hides a vibrant ‘Palm Springs’ inspired hideaway designed by celebrity architect David Flack

A quaint Victorian exterior hides an ultra-modern home designed by a famous architect, where vibrant, colorful styling is the star of the show.

Located in Prahran, 20 minutes south of Melbourne’s city center, the unique property was the brainchild of architect David Flack of Flack Studio, the designer behind singer Troye Sivan’s ultra-chic Carlton pad.

Flack was given the task of transforming the house built in 1889 into a unique family home and was not allowed to use boring beige and gray tones.

The result is a series of sophisticated spaces filled with clashing colors and a tapestry of textures that are bold but not overpowering.

Inside, there’s a ‘nightclub’-inspired bathroom, as well as a pink-and-teal formal sitting room and soothing blue bedrooms, all with hints of the century-old residence’s original style.

Located in Melbourne’s leafy suburb of Prahran, just 20 minutes south of the city center, the unique property was the brainchild of architect David Flack of Flack Studio, the designer behind singer Troye Sivan’s ultra-chic Carlton. to kiss

Floor-to-ceiling windows peel back to open to the backyard with a pool surrounded by Boston ivy-covered walls to provide additional privacy

The facade of the house with its charming brick frontage, ornate porch and lush gardens contrasts with the modern rooms it houses.

Off the central hallway is a pink sitting room with a marble fireplace, teal carpet and a coffered ceiling that draws the eye upwards.

The master bedroom is decorated in calm blue tones, while the ‘nightclub’ style ensuite takes a more nuanced approach to color with striking striped marble tiles.

A spacious family room is another area where the color is toned down with a walnut kitchen, amber tiled backsplash, and built-in bar, but the owner’s art collection on the walls continues the home’s vibrant theme.

Floor-to-ceiling windows that span the width of the room and allow for an abundance of natural light open to the backyard with a pool surrounded by Boston Ivy-covered walls to provide additional privacy.

On the top floor there are three more bedrooms, a teenage retreat and an attractive bathroom with dark plaster walls, a blue marble sink and a playful flower-shaped tap.

The facade of the house with its charming brick frontage, ornate porch and lush gardens contrasts with the modern rooms it houses. A pink sitting room has a marble fireplace, teal carpet and a coffered ceiling that draws the eye upwards

The master bedroom is decorated in calm blue tones, while the ‘nightclub’ style ensuite has a more combined approach to color with striking striped marble tiles

A spacious family room is another area where the color is toned down with a walnut kitchen, amber tile backsplash and built-in bar, but the owner’s art collection on the walls continues the home’s vibrant theme

On the top floor there are three more bedrooms, a teenage retreat and an attractive bathroom with dark plaster walls, a blue marble sink and a playful flower-shaped tap

Owner Alison Gibson gave Flack the creative freedom to do with the house, telling her what he saw fit when she brought him in six years ago to renovate the historic house.

As a single mother, she felt out of place in a nightclub, Alison said brokerage.com.au asked Flack to create for her a “powder room and ensuite in a nightclub where she can get ready.”

The mother wanted a kaleidoscopic space for her and her two teenage children to enjoy, but was afraid to tackle color alone, so enlisted Flack to create a “fabulous” home that incorporated the family’s personalities.

“If you’re doing beige or gray, I’m not the client for you,” she warned Flack before the project began according to Belle magazine.

Owner Alison Gibson wanted a kaleidoscopic space for her and her two teenage children to enjoy, but was afraid to tackle color alone, so enlisted Flack to create a “fabulous” home that incorporated the family’s personalities

The edgy pad at 51 Murray Street is now up for sale by Marshall White Stonnington with an asking price of $7.3 million to $8 million

She said that after the renovation was completed, her daughter remarked, “Mom, it’s like a unicorn puking in our house.”

“I always loved it when she said that because it kind of is what it is, it’s an upbeat, feel-good vibe,” she said.

The edgy pad at 51 Murray Street is now up for sale by Marshall White Stonnington with an asking price of $7.3 million to $8 million.

After hearing the news of the sale, Flack Studios posted a sentimental tribute to the project on its social media pages, saying: ‘We wanted to create something really unique for our client and we teamed up to create something bold and sustainable. ‘

The materiality and finishes include some of our favorites, including deep blue Azul Bahia stone, custom aged brass, and blackened mild steel metalwork. You will also see the signature Boffi Pipe Tap in the ladies room.’