MAKEOVER MAGIC!

THE LATEST BUNNINGS HOUSE PROJECT IS ALL WRAPPED UP! TAKE A TOUR FOR UP-TO-THE-MINUTE RENOVATION INSPIRATION Words HOLLY BYRNE Photography ALEX REINDERS Styling SHARON

TIM CLARK Builder

Meet The Team

Interior stylist Jono has a knack for transforming spaces with his creative and innovative ideas.

@jono.fleming

A horticulturist, qualified landscape designer and landscaper, Inge has the outdoors totally covered.

@ingejabaralandscapes

Jono and Inge had a secret weapon for this reno – Tim! He helped turn design dreams into reality.

@timmatau

Have you ever doubted the power of DIY? Then doubt no more! With interior designer and stylist Jono Fleming, landscape designer and landscaper Inge Jabara and builder Tim Clark, we’ve taken a so-last-century suburban home and transformed it into a modern haven in our Make It Happen: The House Project series. Be amazed by the rooms on the following pages, and watch the team at work online on our YouTube channel.

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Make It Happen: The House Project in action: youtube.com/ bunningswarehouse

ABOVE Strategically positioned spotlights are directed at task areas as well as the decorative niche

KITCHEN & DINING AREA

A new floor plan and colour palette plus slimline profiles have brought the cooking, eating and socialising zones back to life

The heart of this home was a dark and awkwardly shaped space. “By opening up the entry wall and getting rid of the peninsula bench, I was able to transform it into a large family kitchen,” says Jono. He grounded the new floor plan with a central island, and personalised Kaboodle Kitchen cabinetry with paint and simple trims. “It gives the look of custom joinery and a bespoke designer kitchen, but all done with DIY,” says Jono.

Restaurant quality

To maximise the space left for dining, Jono created bespoke banquette seating in the corner. “This way, I was able to push the seating right up against the wall, allowing a thoroughfare between the dining and kitchen, with direct access to the bi-fold doors and back deck,” he explains. What’s the secret ingredient in the groovy wallmounted back rests? Pool noodles! Jono upholstered the foam water toys by wrapping them in wadding and fabric, stapling to thin MDF boards and screwing in position to the walls. They provide added comfort and a hint of high-end design without the expense. A curated gallery wall injects personality, while an extendable lamp offers quirky mood lighting.

Diy Idea

A hanging rack Jono made from timber, sturdy mesh and chain doubles as storage and a herb garden! Builder Tim ensured its hooks are securely supported in the ceiling

RIGHT and OPPOSITE

Kaboodle Kitchen ‘Paint Your Own’ cabinetry in ‘Modern’ profile was customised with square timber trim

Touch of luxe

The marble look of the benchtops and splashback introduces a little opulence, while seamlessly coordinating with the Porter’s Paints Volcanic Ash colour on the cabinetry. Walls and trims are painted in Dulux Cardrona.

Finer details

A gooseneck sink mixer is a sparkling addition to the space. Overhead, the factory-style black pendant light adds balance and industrial chic, connecting to the sink, oven and window frame colour.

Keep in mind...

n Before undertaking any DIY activity, be sure you have the necessary skills, use the correct tools and wear the appropriate safety equipment.

n All professional plumbing, electrical and building work must be carried out by licensed trades.

Behind closed doors

A six-tier pull-out from Kaboodle Kitchen ensures there’s no space going to waste in the pantry, while everyday appliances are hidden next door. The tiled backdrop creates an easy-clean breakfast station.

Arch genesis

In a nod to the home’s original architecture, Jono designed this arch-shaped recess. It’s a sweet spot to display cherished items without cluttering bench space.

Diy I Dea

BeforeBarn doors can transform a room from open plan to privacy protected, and track hardware kits are straightforward to install

Main Bedroom

Style abounds in the new and improved parents’ retreat, where all design elements make the most of the compact size

Sliding doors moment

“The goal in this space was to really give it that main suite energy it deserves,” says Jono. The first step? Installing the same flooring as the kitchen/dining zone throughout the bedroom and walk-in wardrobe.

“Having one consistent floor makes it feel bigger,” he explains. Timber hues were also a considered choice. “This is a family home in the suburbs, and I wanted it to feel warm so I chose deeper tones.” The archway entry into the wardrobe was kept in place, but the mirrored wardrobes were replaced with large open storage that extends all the way to the ceiling. Barn doors provide extra privacy. “Now, when you shut those, you have a full dressing area that can be closed off from the bedroom,” explains Jono.

FACADE & GARDEN

INGE JABARA Landscape designer and landscaper

Top 3 Tips For A Facade Fix

Before“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! This house had a good-quality driveway. Giving it a lick of paint made it look like a brand-new pour.”

“A new fence has an instant impact on the street appeal of the home.”

“Use the pathway to take guests on a journey through the garden, instead of just straight to the front door.”

A front-of-house face lift has turned this home from boring to beguiling, and added energy-saving benefits

Make an entrance

Setting the tone for the rest of the house was essential for landscape designer and landscaper Inge Jabara, who made sweeping changes to the front garden. The old brick-post fence was removed, along with overgrown hedges. “The new 1500mm-high white picket fence is an ideal height for privacy – but you can still chat to your neighbours over it,” says Inge. On the front facade, new smaller doubleglazed modern windows were installed along with James Hardie fibre-cement cladding over the brick. “This allowed extra insulation to go between the cladding and the house,” says Jono. He chose muted-green Dulux Martins Creek for the external paint colour. A new front door was installed, with neat timber panels concealing the old-fashioned ‘fancy’ columns.

James Hardie ‘Axon’ 2450mm x 1200mm x 9mm cladding in 133mm ‘Smooth’ profile, I/N 0113916†. 2 Brilliant ‘Fairwind’ 132cm ceiling fan in White, $129, I/N: 0226072. 3 Brilliant ‘Orb’ DIY glass pendant light in Satin Brass, $75.98, I/N: 0137652 (globe sold separately). 4 Arlec ‘Bristol’ 60W outdoor farm wall light in Black, $69, I/N: 0315111 (globe sold separately). 5 HanWood 6mm hybrid rigid vinyl plank with 2mm EVA foam in Reclaimed Oak, $44.59/sqm, $117.72/2.64sqm, I/N: 0028173. 6 Metalique ‘Aquatica’ gooseneck sink mixer in Bronze, $288, I/N: 0207862†. 7 Sandleford 700mm x 480mm oval framed mirror in Black, $98, I/N: 0339862. 8 Mondella ‘Resonance’ single bowl rectangular sink in Matte Black, $299, I/N: 0367210†. 9 Brilliant ‘Orson’ 35cm classic industrial style DIY pendant light in Matte Black, $99.90, I/N: 0277231 (globe sold separately). 10 Sandleford ‘Matilda’ fence letterbox in Black, $117, I/N: 0284690. 11 Flexi Storage Studio oak and mirror 2 door sliding wardrobe and 3 drawer kit, $449.21, I/N: 0336730. 12 Meyer lemon tree in Tuscan Path 54cm studded glazed pot in White, $128.40, I/N: 2800979 (plant sold separately). 13 Click ‘Vintage’ 35.5cm 8lm solar LED pathway light, $12, I/N: 0180262. 14 Duratile 60cm x 30cm wall tile in White, $25.92/pack of 8, I/N: 6661134. 15 Kaboodle ‘Salento’ 96mm kitchen handle in Worn Gold, $11.34, I/N: 0175893†. 16 Kaboodle ‘Kitset’ 450mm country frontal drawer panel in Antique White, $165.54/pack of 4, I/N: 2662417†. 17 Rolltrak 2000mm x 40mm x 6mm smooth finish side fix barn door track set in Matte Black, $167.45, I/N: 0011861. 18 White Knight ‘Ultra Pave’ quick dry paving paint in Medium Grey, $135.45/4L, I/N: 1540640. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.