Surry Hills Warehouse Conversion: Tea Merchant to Luxurious Living

16 Aug

This light-filled warehouse conversion that's located in one of Surry Hills' most vibrant pockets has just come onto the market, complete with an interesting history.

Located inside Sydney's historical tea merchant, constructed in 1926 for Edwards & Co, the building houses only five whole floor boutique dwellings and holds a unique history associated with notable inhabitants over the years.

The 275sqm residence is unlike anything seen before, Level 2 of 56-60 Foster Street, Surry Hills, is a transformed warehouse of remarkable architectural significance, rarely seen outside of the Meatpacking District of New York.

Celebrities such as Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise were regular diners here, the upper apartment was once owned by arts luminary Noel Stanton where Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin held their wedding reception in 1997.

Formerly a photographic studio for fashion mastermind Geoff Lung, the property was redesigned into a residential sanctuary of New York inspired style and class. The owners came together with renowned architect Iain Halliday of BKH to create a considered retreat above the bustling urban streets of inner Sydney, paying respect for the heritage it once was.

Step out of the lift and you're immediately welcomed by breathtaking natural light with 5 meter ceilings housing floor to ceiling windows and abundant free flowing spaces that pay great homage to the creative background that once came alive between these walls. Juxtaposed by original 100 year old hardwood floors meticulously restored and carefully retained.

Surry Hills remains one of the most vital areas in Sydney's competitive dining scene according to Broadsheet. Popular spots like Nomad, Beau, Pellegrino 2000 and Firedoor are just metres from your doorstep.