Constructed in the early 1880s incorporating an earlier 1858 cottage structure, ‘Scarba‘ was one of the substantial houses that were constructed in Bondi. Since 1917 the site was used by The Benevolent Society, and later for welfare uses and residential care for the elderly up until the sale of the site to our developer client.
After 90 years as an institutional establishment there was the opportunity to return the building back into a family home. Moreton Manor and its garden is now the focus of the ‘The Moreton’ residential development.
Its current modern transformation enriches the property’s grand Victorian Italianate style with respect and simplicity. The works include the reinstatement of verandas and four room layout to the original cottage and the restoration of the Victorian mansion. The addition of a new double-height pavilion allows sunlight and breezes to filter into new north facing living spaces. Transformation of the original sandstone stables structure into a poolside pavilion provides connection to the garden. Adapting the original house to modern living enables the continued preservation of the heritage property, whilst concurrently achieving cultural and environmental sustainability.
Structural Engineer : Partridge Structural, Architect : CO-AP, Builder : A J Bristow & Sons
Heritage Architect : Design 5 – Architects, Photography : Ross Honeysett
