EST Living - Montana Jewel Home Tour
Henry Rodriguez
Striking a balance that feels at once expansive and intimate, Montana Jewel by Melbourne-based multidisciplinary studio Homeroom Studio is a testament to thoughtful reinvention, preserving the home’s original framework while crafting a space that amplifies a feeling of authenticity and warmth.
“History emanates within the walls of Montana Jewel”
Homeroom studio sought to retain the home’s original framework, and at the same time, reimagine the interiors to create an enduring space that celebrates the lifestyle and personal interests of those who call it home.
“History emanates within the walls of Montana Jewel,” Homeroom Studio founder and director Romy Dankner says. “Drawing on our client’s affinity for collecting artifacts throughout their travels, the design reflects a deep reverence for traditional practices and heritage techniques, blending them seamlessly into a contemporary landscape,” she adds.
Finding a harmony between the interiors and architecture by ADDARC, the spatial reconfiguration centralises communal areas, responding intuitively to the personal rhythms of the client’s daily lives. In the kitchen, this translates to a separation that maintains connection with the butler’s pantry—an exercise in balance that is echoed throughout the entire space.
Words by Cardia Speziale
Montana Jewel - Residential Decoration Shortlist at the AIDA 2025
Henry Rodriguez
Residential Decoration category
We’re honoured to announce that Montana Jewel has been shortlisted at Australian Interior Design Awards 2025 in the Interior Design — Residential Decoration.
“Montana Jewel is an exquisite curation of handcrafted furniture and antique objects, thoughtfully sourced from both local and international artisans. Drawing on the client’s affinity for collecting artefacts throughout their travels, the design reflects a deep reverence for traditional practices and historical techniques, blending them seamlessly into a contemporary landscape.”
Montana Jewel - Residential Design Shortlist at the AIDA 2025
Henry Rodriguez
Residential Design category
We’re honoured to announce that Montana Jewel has been shortlisted at Australian Interior Design Awards 2025 in the Interior Design — Residential category.
“Montana Jewel is a testament to thoughtful reinvention, preserving the home’s original framework whilst crafting a space that considers and amplifies the feeling of authenticity and warmth. With sweeping proportions and rich layering, the space feels both expansive yet intimately inviting.”
Tribe Home - Whispering Dunes Style Spotlight
Henry Rodriguez
“This month we are thrilled to showcase Homeroom Studio’s breathtaking Whispering Dunes project for our next Style Spotlight. Led by the talented team at Homeroom Studio including founder Romy Dankner, this stunning home incorporates our Moss Rug – a finely hand-knotted piece that elevates the space with its luxurious feel and timeless appeal.
We spoke with the team at Homeroom Studio to discover more about Whispering Dunes and their selection process.”
this stunning home incorporates our Moss Rug – a finely hand-knotted piece that elevates the space with its luxurious feel and timeless appeal.
What was the initial brief/concept behind Whispering Dunes?
“Respecting the home’s original character whilst seamlessly introducing contemporary charm was paramount for both the client and Homeroom Studio. As busy professionals with young children, the clients required a calming, tranquil sanctuary within the heart of bustling inner Melbourne. The home was reimagined to honour its heritage roots with considered spatial planning and mindful materiality selection, ensuring a highly refined outcome imbued with elegance and authenticity.”
The Local Project - Two Tone by Homeroom Studio
Henry Rodriguez
With the clients’ impressive art collection top of mind, Homeroom Studio embraced soft, neutral tones to reimagine a Melbourne home, creating an elevated, serene retreat.
Thoughtful materiality, gentle lighting and a harmonious palette work together to foster a serene, sophisticated retreat.
When the owners of a grand home in Melbourne’s Caulfield North approached Romy Dankner of Homeroom Studio wanting a refresh of the main living spaces, it came with a caveat – the renovation would have to complement, and incorporate, their extensive collection of art and objects. “It was imperative there were locations dedicated to their pieces, and the tones were considered throughout the process to ensure the design worked with the collection,” Dankner says.
Words by Deborah Cooke
Ivory House Shortlisted at the WORLD Design Awards 2025
Henry Rodriguez
Interior Design — Residential category
We’re honoured to announce that Ivory House has been shortlisted for an Elevated Nomination at the WORLD Design Awards 2025 in the Interior Design — Residential category.
This marks the third recognition for Ivory House, and we are incredibly proud to see it acknowledged on a global stage. A heartfelt thank you to the jury for this honour and to our talented team, suppliers, and collaborators—your dedication has been integral to this achievement.
Ivory House Shortlisted at the Australian Design Awards 2025
Henry Rodriguez
Interior Design — Residential category
We’re honoured to announce that Ivory House has been shortlisted for an Elevated Nomination at the Australian Design Awards 2025 in the Interior Design — Residential category.
A heartfelt thank you to the jury for recognising our project and shortlisting it alongside other esteemed gold and silver-winning designs. This recognition celebrates the dedication of our talented team and the invaluable contributions of our suppliers and partners.
Yinjispace - Whispering Dunes
Henry Rodriguez
“Reimagined to honour its heritage roots, Whispering Dunes is a unique sanctuary within the heart of bustling inner Melbourne. Respecting thehome’s original character whilst seamlessly introducing contemporary charm was paramount for Homeroom Studio.
Considered spatial planning and mindful materiality selections were key to ensuring a highly refined outcome imbued with elegance and authenticity. To foster a sense of secluded tranquillity, a natural, earthy palette was curated – anchored by a feature stone with undulating veins, reminiscent of sandy dunes.
Warmth and comfort are exuded with quiet confidence, providing a balanced backdrop to the layered, textural furniture curation.
Rich, jewel toned furniture and artwork contrast against the earthy hues in perfect harmony. Whispering Dunes heightens and enhances the heritage aspects, purposefully intertwined with contemporary elements to create a cohesive and calming atmosphere”.
Identity.ae - Whispering Dunes
Henry Rodriguez
A harmonious blend of heritage and modernity, Whispering Dunes is one of the latest completed projects by Homeroom Studio. The primary objective of the redesign was to enhance rather than modify the house’s original character, which is why finding the ideal balance between preserving the property’s inherent appeal and a modern, contemporary revamp was crucial.
To ensure a refined result, the design team at Homeroom Studio used an adaptive reuse approach in which they carefully decided on sustainable materials meticulously implemented in the house. The family home has been thoughtfully designed, focusing on spatial planning that facilitates a practical family home environment. The result is a house that feels modern yet classic, in the middle of bustling day-to-day life. This elegant home with its open layout perfectly accommodates the dynamics of family living all the while providing a peaceful haven.
Whispering Dunes by Homeroom Studio is a great example of sustainable design.
The living area exudes sophistication with its welcoming, modern wrap-around couch and deeper-hued armchairs, which perfectly frame the room. All the furniture is placed in front of the main wall, decorated with the home’s distinct marble feature. The marble adds a sensation of motion, a subliminal nod to the vibrant, ever-moving city life. An electric fireplace is seamlessly embedded in the wall adding warmth without disrupting the minimalist aesthetic of the room. Striking a balance between style and utility, the space provides built-in shelves that supply a space for storage or displaying décor. Lastly, the room is pulled together with a circular centerpiece, that brings a contemporary look to the design.
The Local Project - Whispering Dunes
Henry Rodriguez
Whispering Dunes by Homeroom Studio in Melbourne embodies a refined balance between past and present, creating a serene escape grounded by Made by Storey flooring.
The palette is enriched by a stone selection with heavy veining, bringing movement and depth to the design, and grounding the home in a natural sensibility.
The design approach for Whispering Dunes was deeply influenced by the home’s surroundings. “Given its proximity to a park and the established trees surrounding the property, we wanted to create an immediate feeling of stillness and tranquillity upon entering the home,” explains Romy Dankner, director of Homeroom Studio. The aim was to provide the clients and their young children with a peaceful sanctuary, blending traditional detailing with modern materiality to create a cohesive and elegant space that speaks to both heritage and contemporary sensibilities.