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Venetian Plastering Hawthorne
Avenza Surface Design brings Venetian Plastering to homes across Hawthorne, from the character Queenslanders along Oxford Street to newer riverside apartments. Each of the finishes below can be adapted to suit the timber-lined interiors and high ceilings common in this part of Brisbane’s inner east.
Browse the finishes below to find the look that suits your home, then visit each finish’s own page for more detail on the techniques and application process.
Grassello Venetian Plaster in Hawthorne
Grassello is a lime-based plaster finished by hand to a smooth, polished surface that catches the light rather than reflecting it flatly. It has been used in Italian interiors for centuries and suits both period and contemporary rooms alike.
In Hawthorne’s older homes, Grassello works particularly well against exposed timber and high ceilings, adding a soft glow to hallways and living areas without competing with the home’s original character.
Marmorino Venetian Plaster in Hawthorne
Marmorino takes its cues from classic Italian marble, built up in thin coats to create a subtle, textured surface with real depth. It can be polished to a soft sheen or left with a more matte, textured finish.
For Hawthorne renovations that pair old and new, Marmorino offers a way to bring a sense of permanence to feature walls and bathrooms while still complementing timber joinery and period detailing.
Metallic Finishes in Hawthorne
Our metallic finishes combine mineral plaster with metallic pigments to create walls that shift in tone as the light changes through the day. Gold, silver and copper tones are all available, along with custom blends.
In Hawthorne’s riverside apartments and renovated homes, a metallic feature wall is often used to bring a contemporary edge to an entryway or living space that would otherwise be dominated by timber and natural materials.
Travertino Venetian Plaster
Travertino recreates the look of natural travertine stone using a plaster base, giving you the warmth and texture of stone without the weight or cost of the real material.
It’s a finish that suits Hawthorne’s mix of Mediterranean-influenced renovations and character homes, working well on feature walls, fireplace surrounds and outdoor entertaining areas that get a lot of use.
Oxidation
Our Oxidation finish mimics the weathered patina of naturally aged metal, with mineral pigments layered to create genuine depth and variation rather than a flat printed pattern.
It’s a popular choice for Hawthorne homes going through a full renovation, particularly where the brief calls for an industrial note that still sits comfortably alongside original timber and brickwork.
Tadelakt Venetian Plaster
Tadelakt is a traditional Moroccan lime plaster, burnished and sealed with soap to create a smooth, water-resistant surface. It’s one of the few decorative finishes suitable for direct use in wet areas.
We’ve applied Tadelakt in bathrooms and ensuites across Hawthorne, where its water resistance and soft, tactile finish suit both period home renovations and newer builds.
