Winner of the Australian Institute of Architects, Bates Smart Award for Architecture in Media (State) 2026

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  • ‘While the interiors may be heritage, everything looks vivid and new in this well conceived, clear and elegant book.’

    The Age

  • ‘An insightful, inspiring addition to your coffee table – no matter where you live.’

    Broadsheet

  • ‘A gift to Melbourne.’ 

    Sally Capp

  • ‘I took the book to show my elderly neighbour and it sparked so many childhood memories. It was wonderful.’ 

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A beautiful hardback book exploring the interiors of central Melbourne

Over 100 Melbourne interiors featured

From long-lost coffee palaces to long-established private clubs, evocative archival images and beautiful contemporary photographs bring the city's historic interiors to life.

Learn about the history of each building’s interior, with a focus on design and the interesting events and stories that connect each place to the evolution of Melbourne.