Layered in Luxury: A C1900 Unley Park Residence with Oakbank Sisal
Tucked away in the leafy streets of Unley Park, one of Adelaide’s most prestigious suburbs, stands a residence that redefines modern luxury. Built circa 1900 and arguably in the best shape of its life thanks to significant recent updates, this five-bedroom residence is a masterclass in architectural harmony—where rich history meets contemporary grandeur.
At the heart of its interior styling is the Oakbank Sisal Carpet, chosen for its natural elegance, durability, and understated luxury.
Oakbank Sisal in the formal living space
Oakbank Sisal hallway runners
Where Heritage Meets Modern Mastery
Step inside and its central hall runs wider and higher than you've likely ever seen, drawing you with a magnetic force under its heavenly high arches, past the six stately main rooms of its original section. Underfoot, very large custom Oakbank Sisal hallway runners guide your journey through the space, anchoring the soaring scale with natural texture and warmth.
The home’s north-facing primary suite takes pride of place at the front, revealing a searingly modern, moody ensuite draped in stone and storage—a striking contrast and a sign of things to come.
Throughout the original part of the home, Baltic pine floors, marble-framed fireplaces, shimmering chandeliers, leadlight windows, and hand-etched ceiling roses vie for attention—and often succeed. These timeless features are a perfect foil to the natural textures introduced through soft furnishings and flooring.
The Carpet That Grounds It All
Installed across the private living quarters and executive study, the Oakbank Sisal Carpet brings warmth and cohesion to the spaces where modern comfort meets classical detail. Its natural fibre composition and subtle weave offer a sensory depth that echoes the tactile beauty of the home’s handcrafted features.
“Sisal was the obvious choice for this home,” says Cat Morgan, Managing Director of Natural Floors. “It has a tactile richness that synthetic carpets can’t replicate, and Oakbank’s finish in particular offers a beautiful balance between softness and structure.”
Master Bedroom featuring Oakbank Sisal
Sustainable Elegance
Our Oakbank Sisal not only delivers a visual and tactile upgrade, but also supports the home’s commitment to sustainability. Derived from the hardy agave plant, sisal is a renewable, biodegradable material that brings eco-consciousness to this luxury setting—proof that green design can be just as beautiful.
Bedroom 1 and 3 and kitchen and hallway featuring sisal runners