Jul 30, 2026 – 9.25amDream DesignsIn our regular column on design features that can create your dream home we speak to architect Brad Swartz and client Melinda Hudson about their reconfiguration of a three-bedroom 1960s Sydney apartment on the 18th floor into a luxury one-bedroom home for two downsizers who are also active grandparents. What is it and where?Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Michael BlebyDeputy property editorMichael Bleby covers commercial and residential property, with a focus on housing and finance, construction, design & architecture. He is based in Melbourne. Contact Michael on Signal @MichaelBleby.01.Fetching latest articles
This $1m renovation cut rooms and made more room
The turnaround of an existing 1960s apartment made it into a home for two downsizers who wanted a feeling of luxury, but were also active grandparents.








