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A Creative Collaboration: Designing the New Russell Place Gallery

Aug 27, 20252 min read

A Creative Collaboration: Designing the New Russell Place Gallery

A New Chapter: Reinventing Our Russell Place Gallery

A story by Pieces of Eight Director Melanie Katsalidis:

When we decided to move back to our iconic Russell Place gallery, it felt incredibly significant. This wasn't just a relocation; it was a homecoming for Pieces of Eight, perfectly timed with our 20th anniversary. The original space, designed in 2015, by my father, architect Nonda Katsalidis, holds so much history for us. To mark this new chapter, we needed a design partner who understood our brand's soul, a blend of art, design, and exceptional craftsmanship.

That's where my friend and talented interior architect, Adele Winteridge of Foolscap Studio, came in. Working with Adele and her team felt like a natural collaboration, a meeting of minds built on mutual respect for creativity and design excellence. It's truly a special thing when female founders can come together to support each other and bring a shared vision to life.

Elevating the Experience

The goal for the new fit-out was simple: to honour the original architectural vision while elevating the customer experience. The space needed to be more open and adaptable, perfectly suited for the intimate and personalised service that has become synonymous with Pieces of Eight.

Adele's design has created a more flexible gallery floor, allowing us to offer private bespoke consultations in a dedicated and luxurious environment. This gives clients a space where they can truly collaborate on their one-of-a-kind creations. The versatile space will also serve as a sophisticated venue for future exhibitions and exclusive events, solidifying our role as a cultural hub in Melbourne.

Honouring the Past, Designing the Future

Working with Adele was a seamless process. She has a deep understanding of how to shape an environment that feels both welcoming and sophisticated. Together, we’ve crafted an interior that celebrates our journey while looking ahead to the next 20 years. The iconic round steel front window remains a bold statement on the street, a long-standing beacon for design-savvy Melburnians. It’s a setting where art, design, and personal connection can truly thrive.

We're so excited for you to experience our new gallery in person. It’s a testament to the power of creative collaboration and the strength of female founders working together. We can't wait to welcome you back home.

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Loved by many

Bespoke

Such an amazing experience. My bespoke ring is stunning. It is constantly admired and I have people comment on it weekly asking where I had it made. Thank you again Melanie for my beautiful ring ( and my other gorgeous jewellery as well).Fiona

Engagement

I’ve been fortunate to have followed Mel’s work for almost 20 years— and have appreciated the immense effort she has put into her own work, not to mention curating a wonderful group of artists through Po8.Over the years I’ve been able to purchase her work— and it was a no brainer to get my engagement and wedding bands made by her. Her staff are incredibly helpful and kind- and I always make an effort to swing by and see what is in store.Shawn

Sapphire

My partner proposed to me with a Melanie Katsilidis Australian blue sapphire diamond ring. We are absolutely floored by its beauty. The architectural design, the jewels, the cut, it’s just out of this world! Thank you so much to Melanie and her team for all the thought, care and class with which you created our forever treasure!Natalie

Pearls

Pieces of Eight is my go-to for timeless, wearable luxury. The curation is always on point and all the artists in this gallery are incredibly talented. However, Melanie Katsalidis' pieces are my absolute favourite—sculptural, stunning, and unique. I always get compliments when I wear her creations. I own several and wear them constantly. They're effortlessly special, every day. I am obsessed with this place!LTP

Loved by many

Excellent customer service. The staff were helpful from the moment I walked in, through to selecting, purchasing, and resizing a ring. When illness meant I couldn't come in to the boutique, they gladly reorganised. The ring itself is an absolute banger, for what it's worth -- my fiancée and I couldn't be happier! Highly recommended. David

The whole experience has been an unalloyed pleasure: a range of pieces that I enjoy choosing from, staff who are helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and helped make the whole process enjoyable. They handled the online enquiry as efficiently as they do in person. Anne

Pieces of Eight is an Aladdin’s Cave of treasures, show casing some of the most original and creative jewellery and objects to be found in Melbourne, let alone around the world. Over the years I have bought many different items from them and all, without fail, receive positive comments from family, friends and strangers when they see them. Dean

Belinda Esperson

Always a wonderful experience working with the fabulous team at Pieces of Eight! First time working with them on a custom piece, by artist Belinda Esperson. A family member loved the style a brooch though found it a little large so she created a smaller version that was just perfect. Leonie