Tucked away off Unwins Bridge Road in St Peters, NSW is Precinct 75. This vibrant community lies on the site of an old Taubman’s paint factory that has been delicately restored. The old industrial area has been around Sydney’s Inner West since the early 1900s and still boasts its original charm. With its large warehouse spaces, high ceilings, exposed brick, concrete accents and rustic feel, it’s no wonder Precinct 75 has become a hub for creative professionals looking to escape stale CBD offices.

There are 12 different buildings in the space and 70 businesses (including us!) that happen to call Precinct 75 home. We love how wonderfully eclectic all of our neighbours are. From a coffee roaster to a brewery to a brand that specialises in paperwares, there really is a wide-ranging mix of people in here. The community is well worth checking out, come past on a Saturday for a weekend shopping trip that’s different from the usual Westfield. Here are just a few spots we think you should peruse through while you’re here.

Homewares

Upcycle Studio

First cab off the ranks has got to be our own showroom, right? Upcycle Studio is located right near the Edith Street entrance to Precinct 75, you can’t miss us! Pop in to say hello and shop our range of eco-friendly products, perfect for the sustainable home. We stock fantastic brands such as KeepCup, Pigeon & Weasel and Hammer & Thread.

Hours: Monday 2pm-4pm, Tuesday – Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 11am-4pm

Address: Suite 8.02, 75 Mary Street

Website: www.upcyclestudio.com.au

 

UASHMAMA

Washable paper that looks and feels like leather? That is what makes up the very cool range of homewares by UASHMAMA. Each item can be washed like fabric but still maintain its shape over many years of use. The collection of paper bags and accessories are perfect for the modern sustainable home. Visit UASHMAMA’s beautifully curated showroom at Precinct 75 and discover their fun products, all made in Italy to the highest quality.

Hours: Monday – Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 10am-4pm 

Address: Suite 7.02, 75 Mary Street

Website: www.uashmama.com.au

 

Inartisan & Atolyia

These two brands share a large showroom space and we think they complement each other perfectly. The collection of products draws inspiration from Turkish and Australian artisanal homewares. The combined space is filled with beautiful beach towels, bath robes, timber furniture and linen cushions.

Open: Monday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm

Visit: Warehouse 3.01, 75 Mary Street

Website: www.inartisan.com, www.atolyia.com

 

The Society Inc

The Society Inc is a design studio and showroom which specialises in hospitality interiors and product development. The master behind this operation is Sibella Court, who works with blacksmiths, weavers, horticulturalists and many other specialists in creative fields. The Society inc offers a full range of interior services for a variety of hospitality projects. Visit her beautiful space and shop for items like books, ceramics, window shutters, and even surfboards! This is quite the eclectic space that’s worthy of a visit for antique lovers.

Open: Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm

Visit: Warehouse 3.02, 75 Mary Street, (02) 9516 5643

Website: www.thesocietyinc.com.au

 

Quercus & Co

Colour and print lovers will feel like kids in a candy shop inside Quercus & Co, a wallpaper & fabric design and printing company. Browse through all the wonderfully hand-painted or hand-drawn prints that are available in the form of fabrics, decals, wall hangings and plenty more. If you’re looking to add a little bit of life to your home or office, we definitely recommend paying these guys a visit.

Open: Tuesday – Saturday 10am-4pm

Visit: Studio 3.04, 75 Mary Street

Website: www.quercusandco.com

 

Design Twins

On the Mary Street side of Precinct 75, you’ll find Design Twins. Their large showroom is home to fantastic collections of furniture and homewares that are cool, fun and modern. The space even has a large bar for customers to sit at and choose from all the decorating options available in the store. Visit this shop for furniture, ceramics, linens, bar stools and plenty more things to spruce up your interior.

Open: Monday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm

Visit: Suite 1.04, 75 Mary Street

Website: www.designtwins.com

 

Water Tiger

Conveniently located next to the visitors’ carpark is Water Tiger, a showroom of rustic homewares. The brand’s mantra is “all objects deserve a second life” and as such, the shop features a range of antiques as well as newly crafted items. We love this philosophy and Water Tiger’s range of Asian-inspired products. Shop wooden spoons made from Indian teak or petrified wood plates made from slices of old fallen trees!

Open: Monday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-3pm

Visit: Suite 5.01 75 Mary Street

Website: www.watertiger.com.au

 

Food & Drink

Sample Coffee

Right next to Design Twins on Mary Street is Sample Coffee, an elegant and minimalist cafe that have mastered the art of coffee. When you need a caffeine hit or a rest from all the shopping, head into Sample for some excellent coffee and delicious food. A favourite of ours is the cold smoked trout salad which tastes like summer on a plate!

Open: Monday – Friday 7am-3pm, Saturday 8am-3pm

Visit: Suite 1.03 75 Mary Street

Website: www.samplecoffee.com.au

 

Willie the Boatman

If coffee isn’t really your thing and you prefer a cold glass of beer, pull up a seat over at Willie the Boatman. This boutique brewery was founded in 2015 by two mates after several years of homebrew experimentation. The small business supplies beer to venues like the Bank Hotel and Lazy Bones but also open up their own tasting bar to the public. Trading later than most of the showrooms in Precinct 75, Willie the Boatman is the perfect way to end your shopping day.

Open: Thursday 4pm-7pm, Friday 3pm-9pm, Saturday & Sunday 12pm-7pm 

Visit: Suite 1.03 75 Mary Street

Website: www.willietheboatman.com

 

Urban Winery 

This is Sydney’s very first true urban winery and the home of the A.Retief wine label. The cellar door and wine bar is open to the public and can also be hired as an event space. Urban Winery also offers masterclasses, tours and tastings if you are so inclined. The A.Retief wines are exceptional, all produced from grapes in cool-climate regions of NSW, including a biodynamic family vineyard in Gundagai.

Open: Tuesday – Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 12pm-9pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm

Visit: Suite 6.01 75 Mary Street

Website: www.urbanwinerysydney.com.au

For an alternative to fluorescent shopping centres, venture down to Precinct 75 and browse through all the wonderful showrooms. And don’t forget to pop in and say hello to us while you’re here!