In the heart of Collingwood’s creative pocket, 71 Budd Street is a striking example of industrial design reimagined. This warehouse conversion marries original grit with timeless refinement, a balance that defines Melbourne’s most considered homes.
Don’t miss your chance to see it for yourself: open for inspection on Wednesday, 22 October at 6:00 pm and Saturday, 25 October at 11:00 am, with the auction following at 11:30 am.
71 Budd Street, Collingwood, goes to auction Saturday, 25th OCtober at 11:30 am.
This three-storey warehouse transformation by Bird de la Coeur Architects tells a story of vision, patience, and meticulous materiality.
The owners first discovered this warehouse in 2009 while renting nearby. They were captivated by its raw, open bones, concrete walls, lofty volumes, and endless potential to reimagine it into something extraordinary.
Architectural warehouse conversion in iconic Collingwood
Over six years of careful renovation, completed in 2016, they collaborated with Vanessa Bird and her team to create a home that honours the building’s industrial past while introducing warmth, texture, and considered functionality.
Inside, a three-storey David Bromley mural runs the elevator shaft, bringing colour and drama to the vertical space. The kitchen, designed by Bontempi Cucine, is a showstopper: Calacatta marble benchtops, stainless steel, and a custom copper ceiling that reflects light and anchors the open-plan living area.
A David Bromley mural runs the elevator shaft
Sculptural lighting spills through the stairwell void, while hidden elements like a basement wine cellar, multi-purpose gym, and car lift reveal engineering ingenuity without compromising style.
Sculptural lighting spills through the stairwell void
Upstairs, flexible living spaces flow to dual balconies that catch morning and afternoon sun, and the top-floor parents’ retreat offers a private sanctuary with an ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, and outdoor terraces. Every detail, from stone, steel, and timber finishes to clever layout decisions, balances openness with quiet moments of retreat.
Budd Street mirrors the home’s balance perfectly. It is just minutes from the cafés, bars, and restaurants of Smith Street, yet tucked into a quieter, community-focused pocket of Collingwood. Local patisseries, yoga studios, and even a Japanese bathhouse make this neighbourhood both vibrant and welcoming.
For the owners, this home has been a backdrop to nearly a decade of life, memories, and connection. From sun-drenched balcony mornings to evenings gathered around the copper-lit kitchen island, every corner has been curated for living beautifully. Now it is ready for new custodians to continue its story.
Industrial past meets contemporary refinement
71 Budd Street is defined by balance. Industrial past meets contemporary refinement, openness meets retreat, and practicality meets artistry. It is a rare example of architecture that endures and evolves, inviting its next owners to make it their own.
For more information regarding this property, please contact Mark Verrocchi.
