The house they wouldn't alter
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"The house they wouldn't alter" were the words used to describe 8 Duffy Street Ainslie in Australian Home Beautiful, August 1957. Now this is the much loved and treasured home of Andrew and Margo Wright, who have passionately and painstakingly restored this iconic Ainslie mid-century modern home. They too wouldn't change a thing.
The supremely photogenic front facade has been a distinctive part of the Ainslie streetscape since the 1950s. Set high up on Mt Ainslie, the home nestles into the mountain and overlooks the city towards the Brindabellas.
In a sympathetic modernist style, Andrew and Margo have retained everything they could, including timber features, stone, slate and the original mesh wire hand rails so typical of the era. The home has stone walls on the lower level, contrasting with stucco rendered walls above. Generous verandas, side terraces and a covered balcony are standout features. What hasn't been saved has been replaced with carefully sourced mid-century details.
The home is inspiring. It is still as contemporary and relevant in 2016 as it was in the mid-1950s. Modern day liveability has been achieved by
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