King Charles has personally reviewed plans for the ambitious restoration of Hillview Estate in New South Wales, which is set to become the Australian headquarters of The King’s Foundation.
The organisation shared a video showing the monarch examining architectural drawings and garden designs for the historic property in Sutton Forest.
A keen gardener with a lifelong interest in the natural world, Charles appeared engaged as he studied the proposals for the estate’s transformation.
The plans have been developed with the help of renowned Australian landscape designer Paul Bangay, who previously met the King to discuss the project.
The pair were pictured reviewing the proposals during a visit to Dumfries House in Scotland in September.
Founded by Charles in 2024, The King’s Foundation has made the restoration of Hillview Estate its flagship Australian project.
The historic property was once used as a summer residence by the governors of New South Wales and is now set to be transformed into a cultural and educational centre.
The project takes inspiration from Dumfries House in Ayrshire, Scotland, which was saved in 2007 through a major campaign led by Charles when he was still Prince of Wales.
The Scottish estate now serves as the UK headquarters of The King’s Foundation and provides training opportunities in traditional crafts and practical skills.
The planned restoration of Hillview is expected to reflect a similar approach, bringing together heritage, education and a greater connection with the natural environment.
Constantine Innemee, chief executive of The King’s Foundation Australia, said the project would explore ways of living more harmoniously with nature.
He also described the opportunity to review the initial designs with the King as a privilege, praising Charles’s extensive knowledge and interest in the proposals.
The Australian organisation was launched during Charles and Queen Camilla’s official visit to the country in 2024.
The latest review marks another step in the Foundation’s plans to establish a lasting presence in Australia through the restoration of Hillview Estate.
