Create a striking living space with mono tones
The home
A contemporary two-storey, three-bedroom townhouse in Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs.
Who lives here
Paul Conrad, of Conrad Architects, with Katrina Conrad, a health economist, and son Ollie, 4. The couple have welcomed a second child since these photos were taken.
What we did
"We demolished an old house to build two town homes of my own design," says Paul. "They were built by Bear Agushi, with landscape design by Jack Merlo."
Our favourite room
"The front lounge room, especially in the early evening due to the beautiful dappled sunlight coming though the tree canopies."
The 'hood
"We're so close to the city and shopping, while still being near to many great local parks and schools."
Future plans
"Our family is double the size it was when we moved in, so we will likely build again soon," says Paul. "We are already on the hunt for a great site."
Best advice
"Buy original design – pieces that you really love – so that they last forever and don't date."