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Inside Homes
Unfiltered walkthroughs. Real insights. Inner West homes you’ll want to remember.
We visit the most interesting open homes across Sydney’s Inner West — and tell you what the listing photos don’t.
From flow and floorplans to light and layout, this is the stuff buyers, design-lovers, and renovators actually want to know.
No agent spin. No fluff. Just real walkthroughs, by real people.
Featured Properties
13 Nelson Street, Annadale
– Impeccable craftsmanship Landmark Property
Originally built in 1890 as the Australian Contingent Hotel, this landmark property seamlessly blends rich history and timeless charm with modern luxury. While the home has been thoughtfully transformed from its historic shell, it retains original features such as hand-cut sandstone walls, adding character and heritage to its contemporary design.
203 Nelson Street, Annadale
– A Masterclass in Small-Site Brilliance
Some houses follow the rules—and then there’s Annandale House at 203 Nelson Street, Annandale. This home rewrites them entirely.
Designed by the award-winning Welsh + Major architects, this 5m-wide masterpiece somehow feels vast, open, and full of light.
Inside 71 Burren Street, Newtown
– Where Eclectic Meets Ingenious Designs
(Blog coming soon)
If you’ve ever thought, “My home is fine, but what if it had an atrium, an artistically exposed timber beam or two, and a guest studio above the garage?”—then congratulations, you and 71 Burren Street, Newtown are destined to be soulmates.
Inside 3 Wisdom Street, Annandale
– A Masterclass in Blending Old & New
(Blog in progress)
There are two types of renovations: the “we slapped on an extension, hope you like it” kind and the “we thoughtfully reimagined this space with the finesse of an architect, a designer, and probably a spreadsheet wizard” kind. 3 Wisdom Street, Annandale is very much the latter.
Inside 83 Nelson Street, Annandale
– A Masterclass in Smart, Stylish Living
(Final touches coming)
You know when a house is designed by an award-winning architect (in this case, the talented Kieran McInerney), you’re not just getting a roof over your head—you’re getting a living, breathing work of art. And 83 Nelson Street, Annandale delivers exactly that.
Inside Open Homes
Welcome to Inside Open Homes
We’re on a mission to uncover the best renovation ideas, design inspiration, and clever home improvements—one open home at a time.
Inside Open Homes is where I document my journey through open houses, sharing insights on smart layouts, unique features, and creative renovations. Whether you’re planning a full-scale remodel, looking for small ways to enhance your space, or just love peeking inside beautifully designed homes, this is the place for you.