On trend: Three of the coolest renovations to check out in Sydney right now

From fishermans’ cottages to heritage treasures, it’s amazing what a revamp can do for a property’s style cred. 

This week, we’re singling out homes in Vaucluse, Hunters Hill and McMahons Point as our renovation inspiration.

With all the hard remodelling work done for you, the only tricky task is deciding which one is your favourite. 

Vaucluse

$2.5 million-$ 2.6 million

You’ll have a hard time convincing friends that 6 Davies Avenue was once a fisherman’s cottage thanks to an epic Lippmann Partnership renovation.

The design is whip smart: most materials are recycled, the sound-proofing timber panels also create a sleek aesthetic, and a bank of skylights keep the fresh air circulating but close in wet weather thanks to some handy sensors.

The storybook facade has been given a timber twist. Photo: Supplied

Clint Ballard of his eponymous agency will take it to auction on June 23. 

Hunters Hill

$2.8 million

2 Martin Street, Hunters Hill. Photo: Supplied

With a sizeable slice of Hunters Hill listed as a heritage conservation area, this c1876 sandstone beauty at 2 Martin Street fits right in. 

Its owners have kept the house in fine form, including a touch-up from Terroir architects that added space and storage to suit the growing family’s needs, while taking care to preserve the property’s old-world charm.

Despite gaining a new extension, the home’s original features have been well respected. Photo: Supplied

McGrath’s Tracey Dixon is gearing up for a June 23 auction.

McMahons Point 

$4.5 million

29 Dumbarton Street, McMahons Point. Photo: Supplied

Corben Architects have created a freestanding design marvel at 29 Dumbarton Street.

There’s something undeniably magical about its use of clean lines, elegant rectangular configurations and fluid floor plans.

The interiors are as glamorous as the outlook. Photo: Supplied

This bayside gem has all these hallmarks and more, with sumptuous features that include a gas fireplace, several built-in wardrobes and underfloor heating. 

Annika Bongiorno of Stone Real Estate has scheduled a June 23 auction.