Objects & Art

2 Danks Street

Home to eight of Sydney's best contemporary art galleries, a fine arts dealer, a working jewellery studio and an award winning cafÃ©. Changing monthly exhibitions of the latest contemporary art from leading Australian and international artists ensure a stimulating experience. Venues include Aboriginal and Pacific Art, Annette Larkin Fine Art, Brenda May Gallery, Dominik Mersch Gallery, Stella Downer Fine Art, Studio 20/17, Syndicate, The Depot Gallery, Depot II Gallery, Utopia Art Sydney and Wilson Street Gallery.

Address

2 Danks St, Waterloo

Phone
A Love Affair Floral & Event Design

For over a decade Alexandra has illuminated Australian homes and events with luscious seasonal flowers. Her designer boutique, event design and styling service explore what is possible when nature and design meet.

Address

Shop 1/748 Bourke St, Redfern

Phone

9698 1968
A Pair of Chairs

Reborn iconic furniture from the 50s to the present intended as one-off works of living art. Specialists in vintage, retro and industrial, A Pair Of Chairs breathes new life by re-clothing, styling or returning pieces to their former glory.

Address

80 Regent St, Redfern

Phone

0416 016 151
ArtHere Gallery

ArtHere Exhibition Space provides an affordable exhibition space for emerging and established photomedia artists. Curator Sandy also provides consultations, mentoring and production services. Image credit: Juliana Swatko Edwards

Address

126 Regent Street, Redfern

Phone

0402 112 755
Beclau Furniture

Working with detailed, largely hand made processes, Beclau sources timbers not usually available elsewhere. Aiming for excellence in every detail, this family owned and run business has forged relationships with the best metal workers, upholsterers and polishers to ensure the highest standards are maintained.

Address

Unit 15, 198-222 Young St, Waterloo

Phone

9698 6422
Beclau Homewares

In addition to Beclau furniture, Beclau also imports an exclusive range of European homewares from the classic to the modern including Dibbern glassware, solid colour crockery and fine bone china. Find a range of exuberant, quirky and functional items here.

Address

Unit 15, 198-222 Young St, Waterloo

Phone

9698 6422
Bev's Remnant House

Offering bespoke services, made-to-order ottomans, lampshades, cushions and other one off fun fabric objects, Bev MacInnes collects remnants of vintage and designer upholstery textiles , plus fabric rolls up to 50m, and presents them for your pleasure at her Redfern store.

Address

722 Bourke St, Redfern

Phone

9310 1868
Boutwell Draper Gallery

Established in 2001, Boutwell Draper Gallery is committed to the promotion of both emerging and established contemporary artists across a broad range of media, from painting to photography, sculpture, installation, video and digital arts.

Address

82-84 George St, Redfern

Phone

9310 5662
Butterfield Tate Gallery

Keeping it old but making it new, the Waterloo warehouse studio/gallery space of Hazel Butterfield Tate adopts a fresh approach, creating one of a kind cushions with world sourced recycled vintage and contemporary textiles plus found treasures.

Address

30 Wellington St, Waterloo

Phone

0408 112 819
Chee Soon & Fitzgerald

Acclaimed designer homewares, expert interior advice and an Aladdin's Cave filled with colours and textures in home furnishings, wallpapers and over a hundred exquisite fabric samples from greats such as Marimekko and Jim Thompson.

Address

173 Regent Street, Redfern

Phone

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Contents International Design

Valuing quality and style as fundamentals for harmonious living spaces, Contents are purveyors of modern designer furniture and occasional pieces for the home and office. Personalise any setting with their superlative collection.

Address

Shop L105, Moore Park Supa Centa, 2A Todman Ave, Kensington

Phone

9662 2443
Cote Maison

Indulge in European charm with stock and made to measure furniture from dining room to deck. Bring in an image and Cï¿½tï¿½ Maison can replicate your dream design. You'll also find chandeliers and unique French outdoor lighting.

Address

28/222 Young St, Waterloo

Phone

9698 4449
Craft Design Realisation

CDR are Australian designers and makers whose bespoke furniture and custom furniture design services relish contemporary timber craft. Their progressive design outings go against the grain and are showcased through their showroom in Waterloo.

Address

35 Lachlan St, Waterloo

Phone

9310 1175
CULT

The design seekers’ destination for the best in authentic designer furniture from Cassina, Fritz Hansen, Hay, Poltrona Frau, Carl Hansen & Son, Cappellini and many more.

Address

21-23 Levey Street, Chippendale

Phone

9690 0077
Damien Minton Gallery

Exhibiting contemporary artists who engage with the Australian cultural landscape. Damien Minton Gallery's rotating calendar provides an eclectic mix of painting, sculpture, new media and mixed media assemblage artists

Address

61-63 Great Buckingham St

Phone

9699 7551
Di Lorenzo Tiles

Loved by design magazines, interior specialists and architects Di Lorenzo are leaders in the glass, stone and tile market. Their Redfern gallery showcases Italian and Spanish product lines in a creative sanctuary.

Address

303 Cleveland St, Redfern

Phone

9698 8737
Doug Up On Bourke

Haven for renovators and aesthetes, Doug Up On Bourke is one of Sydney's largest sources of industrial, commercial, rustic antiques and hard-core collectables sourced in Australia. Specialising in mid 1800's to late 1950's, their first floor warehouse space looks just like a museum. Their collection of industrial work benches, rustic kitchen tables, shipping trunks, old signs and more are nothing short of mind blowing. Wander among history and beautiful design at this radiant, family-run emporium.

Address

901 Bourke St, Waterloo

Phone

9690 0962
Finishing Touches Restorations

Regent Street's first mid-20th century design specialist, Alan Graham's experience in restoration brings out the best in collectable pieces. All handdone, his work is complimented by wife Linda's knowledge of all things retro

Address

158 Regent St, Redfern

Phone

9699 9972
Flutter Lyon Open Studio

Step among the striking Ink-Pressing artworks of Flutter Lyon, Sydney's inventor of this highly specialised craft. Original and imaginative, watch a new pressing come to life, purchase a piece, or book a Pressing Session of your own

Address

140 Regent St, Redfern

Phone

0404 282 957
FX Art & Framing

Established in 1987 by Patrick Holmes, this workshop meticulously crafts custom frames & offers artisan services including conservation framing, frame making, stretching of canvas & restoration. Renowned for functional picture hanging systems.

Address

78 George St, Redfern

Phone

9319 5996
Gallery Barry Keldoulis (GBK)

GBK's diverse exhibition program is painted with intellectual rigour, ideas and aesthetics that challenge the zeitgeist via contemporary mediums from installations to video-graphic paintings.

Address

285 Young St, Waterloo

Phone

8399 1240
Graham & Graham Design

Graham & Graham specialise in Australian and Danish Mid 20th century hand restored teak furniture, 60s ceramic bull figures, Italian and West German ceramics, as well as beautiful custom vintage fabric lampshades.

Address

142 Regent St, Redfern

Phone

8084 3983
Great Dane Furniture

Australia's premier emporium of Scandinavian furniture, lighting and homewares. Featuring timeless classics and new production direct from Denmark, visit the showroom for inspiration

Address

613 Elizabeth St, Redfern

Phone

9699 7677
Ivy Lane Traders

Stunning warehouse style showroom filled with homewares, including well known brands of bedroom furniture, bed linen, cushions, mirrors, lamps, towels and more. Wonderfully soft NZ Possumsilk Knitwear range also available here

Address

24 Wellington St, Waterloo

Phone

9690 2397
James Edwards Fine Arts

James Edwards uses the ocean's bounty - rare shells, pearls and coral - to produce unique mirrors, boxes and homewares in both contemporary and traditional styles. He specialises in bespoke commissions to create truly one-off pieces.

Address

265 Cleveland St, Redfern

Phone

0405 989 494
James Salmond Furniture

James Salmond Furniture on Danks St provides top end custom designed furniture. Wander through the eclectic and innovative furnishings with James himself and be inspired.

Address

5/9 Danks Street (Xhibit Bld),, Waterloo

Phone

9699 1661
Jason Mowen

A universe of 20th century furniture and decorative objects, African and Oceanic tribal pieces, vintage carpets from the Middle Atlas and contemporary, homegrown art, in a unique setting where the primitive contrasts with the polished

Address

34 Redfern St, Redfern

Phone

8084 3564/0439 320 232
Kaleidoscope Gallery

Housing a mosaic of mediums from Australia's art fraternity, Kaleidoscope Gallery celebrates standout local artists. An ever changing canvas for emerging talent to satiate progressive art lovers (artist pictured: Juliet Rosser).

Address

3-7 Danks St, Waterloo

Phone

9319 0934
Lilly & Lolly Waterloo

Bring your children's imagination to life with the innovative and unique designs of Lilly and Lolly. They're experts at refined design that complements beautiful homes, pleasing parents and kids alike.

Address

PYD Building, 197 Young St, Waterloo

Phone

9699 7474
Mao and More

This journey into texture, scent and colour is an exotic retail adventure. Experience a cultural collage of handcrafts, art and furnishings steeped in history, sourced from China and other locations abroad.

Address

267-271 Cleveland St

Phone

9699 2700
Martyn Cook Antiques

Iconic antiques institution housed in Sydney's first Electric Light Station. Browse the impeccable selection of antiques alongside Residence's modern fabrics, wallpapers, bed sheeting and bespoke furniture from international suppliers

Address

78 Renwick St, Redfern

Phone

9699 3499
MCLEMOI GALLERY

A contemporary art gallery representing international and Australian artists. Its curatorial realm is rich and diverse in content focusing on importing the best art to Australia and taking local artists abroad to extend both markets globally.

Address

45 Chippen Street, Chippendale

Phone

9698 8177
Minosa

This multi-award-winning luxury bathroom brand has mastered the art of clean stylish designs. All are user-focused using unique materials and methods of construction. From wash basins and joinery to accessories -- everything is meticulously perfected.

Address

8 Stokes Avenue, Alexandria

Phone

8090 9039
Mitchell Road Antiques

Mitchell Road Antique and Design Centre is perched on the corner of Mitchell Road and Fountain Street. It fits more than 70 stalls within its walls. Selling pre-loved and vintage goods from the 1800s through to the 1980s you can find anything your heart desires - antiques, clothing, jewellery, furniture, lighting and other collectables. Stallholders will hunt down anything you're struggling to find. There is also a hiring service for stylists.

Address

Upstairs, 76 Mitchell Road, Alexandria

Phone

9698 0907
Mitchell Road Emporium

The reformed Mitchell Road Auctions, like its new name, no longer has auctions. Customers can now purchase fixed price vintage and pre-loved furniture and bric-a-brac from various specialist stalls (featured to right). Plenty of treasures to be found.

Address

76 Mitchell Road, Alexandria

Phone

9699 7007
Mother of Pearl & Sons Trading

An exceptional international edit of decorative hardware for architectural detailing. Guided by expert advice, those revamping or building can browse product ranges by Brionne, Fersa, Samuel Heath and B&M to create luxury in their own style.

Address

pyd Building, shop 104, 197 Young St, Waterloo

Phone

8332 6999
Our Space Interiors

Invest in designs past, present and future offering a specialised collection of objects presented with integrity and perfection. Carefully edited selections of original 20th Century Modern design pieces.

Address

120A Redfern St, Redfern

Phone

0413 994 836
PAD - Passionate About Design

A one stop shop for the products and services of expert interior decorators, designers, upholsterers and the rarest vintage to new world homewares and fabrics. A complete service from cushion cover to colour concept.

Address

287 Young St, Waterloo

Phone

9698 8150
Porter's Paints

An incredible array of textures and tones, traditional techniques, environmentally friendly products, hand made wallpapers and wide board finished floors make Porter's Paints a paradise for people with a passion for colour and decoration.

Address

895 Bourke St, Waterloo

Phone

9698 5322
Retro on Regent

A treasure trove celebrating Australian and imported 50s 60s 70s furniture. An eclectic mix of hand picked items from kitsch to designer. A superior edit of mid 20th century designs both retro and industrial.

Address

88 Regent St, Redfern

Phone

0408 839 493
Rudi Rocket

Set yourself apart at RUDIROCKET with vintage, industrial, retro furniture, lighting, art and jewellery sourced locally and abroad. A hand-selected mix of Australian and international designs from antique to mid-century modern at this haven for the home.

Address

128 Regent St, Redfern

Phone

0488 990 490
Savi Maurizio Furniture

Owner Savi Maurizio designs, creates or chooses each piece in this display of the best collection of classic Italian furniture. The man is also on hand to produce bespoke pieces for customers. Everything is designed and made in Italy.

Address

146-152 Botany Road, Waterloo

Phone

9698 1112
Seasonal Concepts

Easily the most curious window on Redfern Street, Owner Ken and parrot Rudy champion beautiful interior objects, steeped in history, for purchase or hire. Encased almost secretly, in an old engineers workshop, Seasonal Concepts' experience includes a full floral service, natural curiosities, pre 1950s furniture and decorative objects with an Australian focus. An enormous taxidermy giraffe and a birdcage full of Kewpie dolls will delight the eye and cheer the heart.

Address

122 Redfern Street, Redfern

Phone

0430 044 383
Sew Make Create

Creative types will love this place, which doubles as a workshop for those looking to develop or improve an artistic skill - think sewing and crocheting - and a retail space selling Australian -made art, accessories and homewares.

Address

8 Shepherd Street, Chippendale

Phone

8034 8675
Small Spaces

A microcosm of heart-warming design, Small Spaces showcases furnishings lovingly handpicked for small space living. Fans of Danish and Japanese design rejoice. Also find reclaimed objects, old ceramic vases & classic 60s Ercol chairs.

Address

674 Bourke St, Redfern

Phone

8399 3144
Studio Eclectica

Michael Ferrell has a recognised eye for 20th century furniture and decorative arts. Sourced with form, function and finish in mind, his two-story sanctuary is true to its moniker and raided by local interior designers.

Address

13/9 Danks Street (Xhibit Bld),, Waterloo

Phone

8399 3550
Tait Outdoor

Driving innovation in design and manufacture in Melbourne for over 15 years, TAIT Outdoor's Sydney space houses a wide range of outdoor furniture and accessories, with a focus on quality, locally produced pieces that are both functional and fun.

Address

611 Elizabeth St, Redfern

Phone

9310 1333
The Country Trader

With the philosophy 'Anything is Possible', The Country Trader specialises in new and antique furniture and furnishings from the provincial to the opulent, as well as custom, architectural and interior design, restyling and restoration.

Address

pyd Building, 197 Young Street, Waterloo.

Phone

9698 4661
UTS Gallery

A not-for-profit gallery supporting local, national and international artists and designers. Promoting ideas and creativity, exhibitions are accompanied by special events, talks and publications.

Address

University of Technology, Sydney Level 4, 702 Harris St, Ultimo

Phone

9524 1652
Versace Home

Recently opened in Waterloo, Versace Home presents home luxury in classic and modern collections of furniture, duvets, cushions, tiles, bathroom accessories and fabric collections. A complete interior design service

Address

Sydney Boutique 3, 409 George St, Waterloo

Phone

02 9690 6553
Vickers & Hoad Auctioneers

Those who like the finer things in life flock to this auction house, where collectables go under the hammer regularly. Look out for French furniture and objets d'art plus Australian and European items.

Address

224 Young Street, Waterloo

Phone

9699 7887
Viver de Arte

Brazilian architects and designers, Ana Maia and Rosa Piatti, unleash their range of living art on Danks Street. From sofas, bed linens, lamps and dï¿½cor to fashion and luxury adornment options, each piece expresses the vigour of art making.

Address

9/9 Dank St Waterloo

Phone

9699 1852
Watson & Heidmann

This inspiring store unites two industry leaders - Blake Watson's collection of antiques and vintage homewares is unparalleled, while Jurgen Heidmann masterfully produces and restores furniture and furnishings.

Address

2 Boundary Street, Redfern

Phone

8399 3322
White Rabbit Gallery

Housing one of the world's largest collections of Chinese contemporary art, The White Rabbit Gallery is a must-see. The first-floor Tea House serves up delicious hand-made dumplings and a range of delicate, traditional Chinese tea.

Address

30 Balfour Street, Chippendale

Phone

8399 2867
Wilson Street Gallery Waterloo

Contemporary Art Gallery situated within the vibrant Danks Street gallery complex. Featuring in 2011: Dobell Prize winner Suzanne Archer, the conceptual realism of Hanna Kay and the exquisite frescoes of Sarah Tomasetti (pictured).

Address

2 Danks Street, Waterloo

Phone
Your Lucky Day

A little shop full of fabulous finds with a tight edit of recycled and retro interior pieces. Casual and friendly, it might be why Belle's Editor claimed it his 'Favourite Retro Store'. Your Lucky Day is surprisingly kind on the wallet too.

Address

72 Pitt St, Redfern

Phone

0431 186 027