Commanding spectacular views over Manly, this grand Victorian Italianate style residence had, at some point, been converted into apartments. The strata residents felt the building required a major face-lift, including new pathway tiles. The old terracotta-look porcelain ones were chipped and damaged, and did nothing for the visual appeal of the property. They contacted us, seeking advice on tiles that would be appropriate to the style of the building as well as durable and safe when wet. We suggested the Windsor pattern framed by a Norwood border in colours that harmonized with the new paint scheme. Slate steptreads plus gloss charcoal riser tiles completed the transformation - to the satisfaction of all the strata members ... and the admiring glances of passing locals.