Inside this iconic old Weeties factory in Perth’s south lies a spectacular home with an indoor pool, pink bathroom and unique spiral staircase
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An incredible award-winning apartment with a striking spiral staircase, circular pool and lush courtyard garden is located in an old converted Weeties factory.
The converted factory in North Fremantle, in the south of Perth, is sandwiched between the ocean and the Swan River, half an hour’s drive from the city centre.
The historic red brick facade with the original painted signage juxtaposes the state-of-the-art architecturally designed home inside.
Three apartments in the 1930s building were combined into one spectacularly light living space designed around the challenging structure of the monumental warehouse.
A white steel spiral staircase rolls dramatically to the upper floors and acts as a functional sculpture in the main living space.
A converted old Weeties factory hides an incredible apartment with a striking spiral staircase, circular pool and lush courtyard garden
A white steel spiral staircase rolls dramatically up to the upper floors and acts as a functional sculpture in the main living space
The converted factory is located in North Fremantle in the south of Perth, sandwiched between the ocean and the Swan River, half an hour from the city center
Three of the 1930s apartments combined to create one spectacular, light-filled living space built around the challenging structure of the heritage-listed warehouse
The open living area houses a lounging area, a long hardwood table used as an island bench and dining area, and a stainless steel pullman kitchen that sits beneath a floating mezzanine.
Huge sliding glass doors peel back to combine the family room with the wrap-around porch featuring a unique circular swimming hole and leafy gardens.
Natural light streams in through the original windows and clear roof with exposed beams offering a glimpse of the old ‘Vita-British’ logo.
On the top floor is a chic master bedroom with an open plan ensuite with black marble floors to match the sleek storage cupboards and room dividers.
Red drapes wrap around the mezzanine guest bedroom, adding a splash of color to the family room, while an airy home study sits outside.
The open plan living area houses a lounging area, a long hardwood table used as both an island sofa and a place for dining, and a stainless steel pullman kitchen that sits below a floating mezzanine
On the top floor is a chic master bedroom with an open plan ensuite with a black marble floor to match the sleek storage and partitions
The ultra-modern property, designed by Perth architectural firm spaceagency, was shortlisted at this year’s prestigious Houses Awards in the Homes in a heritage context category
Playful pink terrazzo covers the floors and walls in the luxurious master bathroom that also features a lavish soaking tub and elegant gold hardware.
The ultra-modern property, designed by Perth architectural firm spaceagency, was shortlisted at this year’s prestigious Houses Awards in the Homes in a Heritage Context category.
It also earned the Interior Architecture and Residential Architecture Award for Adaptations and Additions at the 2023 West Australian Architecture Awards.
On Instagram, the space agency said the Weeties factory was no ordinary warehouse and branded it a Fremantle icon.
“The design takes full advantage of the height of the warehouse, merging three layers of rooms, a leafy courtyard and a lofty, double-volume living space,” said the architect. after read.
“The detailing throughout the project is elegant and precise, balancing the rawness of the warehouse heritage with an elevated sophistication.”