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An 1880s St Kilda apartment gets an eclectic refresh
Take a look inside the colourful three-bedroom home of Alex Halsey and Gary Armstrong.
By Heather Nette King
The home
A three-bedroom apartment with a balcony. It’s in the George Hotel building in St Kilda, Melbourne, built circa 1880.
Who lives here
Owner Alex Halsey, when she visits Melbourne, and Gary Armstrong, a furniture restorer, visual merchandiser and co-proprietor of the Mister Ethel vintage stall at Waverley Antique Bazaar.
What we did
“Alex double-glazed the windows and added large wooden shutters and hydronic heating,” says Gary.
Favourite room
“All the rooms have their own merit and lovely, changing light. Weather permitting, the balcony is a great place to sit.”
The ‘hood
“Port Phillip Bay is at the end of the street. It’s lovely for an evening stroll, and so good for my soul.”
Future plans
“To simply enjoy taking care of the apartment, and looking forward to the day when the butcher, the baker and the candlestick maker can be persuaded to return to the ′ hood.”
Best advice
“Purchase objects with a heart and a soul that have a story and a little history. Enjoy the hunt and be patient.”
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