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luxe Tibetan wool and silk rugs by Dinosaur Designs’ Stephen Ormandy and Louise Olsen in collaboration with Designer Rugs NEWS Our round-up of the hottest design finds plus places to check out, things to try and pieces to buy SOFA BEDS Rest easy on these fold-out favourites TABLE LAMPS Mood-making lights for every room CULT CLASSIC Design writer David Harrison casts his expert eye over the Silver Lake armchair by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso and its iconic inspiration — the Utrecht chair by Gerrit Rietveld DESIGN PROFILE: ALMIRA ARMSTRONG Lumira’s founder on fragrance and its role in memory, experience and love COLOUR TREND Warm up with vivid tangerine hues STYLE TREND Angular accents that are big on impact ONLINE SHOPPING Stuck at home? Give your space a splash of the new with buys from some of our favourite retailers CONSCIOUS LIVING Bassike co-founder Deborah Sams on her future-proof business model and eco-friendly work space LOCAL COLOUR Your travel plans may be delayed but there’s no reason why your home can’t reflect a worldly outlook

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Sydney’s northern beaches is a light-filled haven for its owner CHANGE OF PLAN After a fated purchase and 10 years enduring Adelaide’s bitter winters, this couple decided on a full revamp that leaned into the home’s mid-century bones and brought it to life IN THE HOUSE No stranger to colour, art director Katharina Beckmann has transformed a once-dreary Copenhagen loft into a character-filled apartment replete with personality and charm SPECIAL BLEND After being wowed by its Edwardian heritage but underwhelmed by the clunky layout, this family home was given a sympathetic yet modern reimagining MOD SQUAD From drab to prefab, the new generation of kit homes are smarter than your average dwelling, with style to boot (NEW) WAY TO GO From virtual consultations to more considered choices, Shannon Vos talks us through the future of design SWITCHED ON Inspired by the owner’s artistic background, this family-focused kitchen is light, bright and bold DREAM CLEAN Give your laundry the style cred it deserves with eight inspiring small-space solutions to make it shine ASK AN EXPERT From priming a winter garden to keeping your home warm all season, our experts have the answers COOL STUFF Stylish updates for your kitchen and bedroom BUYER’S GUIDE: HOME HEATING Dial up the cosy factor with our lowdown on the best heaters, fires and aircon

16 This month Be inspired by the transformations in our Before & After issue and hunker down with cosy additions to keep you snug in style

30 out: gardens & entertaining 110 DOUBLE LIFE A Sydney project by Secret Gardens in two

quite different but equally gorgeous parts 116 ARE WEEVILS EVIL? Simple solutions to keep your pantry clean and hassle-free while reducing household waste 120 FLAVOURS OF FALASTIN Take a culinary journey through the streets of Palestine with flavour-packed recipes for recreating the magic of Middle Eastern cooking

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The Essentials: Our Pick Of Stylish Sofa Beds & Sculptural Lamps 74+ Buys For Now: Energise Your Space With Local Colour Five Incredible Home Transformations Before & After: Beachside Chalet, Coastal Bungalow In Byron Bay, Mid-Century Mountain Cottage, Light-Filled Loft, Modern Family Retreat New Home Delivery: All About Prefabs Laundry Love: Make It The Best Room In Your House Heating Guide: How To Make It Moody, Sexy And Warm The Magic Garden: Small, Shady & Coastal Pantry 101: Less Waste, More Space

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crowd pleaser When Dinosaur Designs and Designer Rugs collaborate, the results are always stunning. Made from hand-knotted Tibetan wool and silk, the six designs in their latest collection are graphic and power-packed with colour while revealing the two different artistic sensibilities bedhind them. Dinosaur Designsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Louise Olsen is drawn to patterns in nature; life and work partner Stephen Ormondyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s designs take a dip into the subconscious mind. This rug by Stephen is called Crowded Room, a 240cm x 300cm design that can be custom sized to suit. designerrugs.com.au

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say cheese Raise the bar on date night with this farmhouse-style matched wine and cheese picnic party, hand-delivered by fromage specialist Formaggi Ocello in Sydney’s Surry Hills. The Big Bite Cheese and Wine Hamper costs $195, plus delivery. And if things go well, there’s a cheese wedding cake!

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ROSE WASH Made in Marseille, this cult liquid soap is as admired for its graphic minimalist packaging as its heady wild French rose fragrance. Compagnie de Provence Wild Rose Liquid Soap, $39.95 for 500ml. LIBERTINEPARFUMERIE.COM.AU

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GROUND BREAKING They’re a dream floor in the making — authentic reclaimed European cobblestones estimated to be hundreds of years old, with a patina to match. Now available online at Eco Outdoor. ECOOUTDOOR.COM.AU

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high performance glasses What makes a good drop even more special? Sipping it from a glass with an extra-long stem, such as the ones in Riedel’s jawdropping 32.5cm-high range. Available in Red, Black, Gold or Clear, these glamazons are priced from $189.95 each. RIEDEL.COM

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BOOKMARK THIS Add the Prince Akatoki London to your international hotel wishlist. Recently bestowed with an Outstanding Property Award for interior design, you can expect tranquil rooms inspired by Japanese aesthetics as well as a mindful wellness program, all in the heart of Marylebone. STAYWELLGROUP.COM

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NATURE GIRL Lush paintings of the flora of her childhood make these works beautiful and nostalgic. Banksia Integrifolia (With Wattle Bird) oil on canvas, 2020, 63cm x 125 cm. @EDWINACORLETTEGALLERY

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SOFT TOUCH A round of applause for this deliciously feather-light throw, $249, a clever collaboration between Nudie Jeans and Waverley Mills using shredded denim, Tasmanian wool and recycled polyester. NUDIEJEANS.COM

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THE FASHION OF HOME Hermès has elevated homewares into art with its 20/21 Home Collection. We especially love the Hippodrome d’Hermès coffee table (left) by French design duo Normal. HERMES.COM

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Sandbacken corner sofa bed in Frillestad Light Grey, $579, Ikea.

Nathan sofa bed in Midnight Blue Velvet, $699, Castlery.

Tocoa Click Clack sofa bed in Fabric, $899, Harvey Norman.

Felix studio bed in Luxe Duck Egg , $2490, King Living.

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Koala sofa bed in Lunar Grey, $1500, Koala.

Lana sofa bed in Bottle Green Deco Velvet, $599, Brosa.

Siesta 3-seater sofa bed in Biscuit Beige, $529, Brosa.

Hugo sofa bed in Gale, $6977, Jardan.

Indivi sofa bed in Light Grey Lux Felt, $7019, BoConcept.

Innovation Living ‘Ample Frej’ sofa bed in Mixed Dance Blue, $3399, BedWorks.

Migliore queen sofa bed, $2499, Harvey Norman.

Copenhagen sofa bed in Peridot Olive, $749, Brosa.

Flexform ‘Eden’ sofa bed in Ermo, $20,450, Fanuli.

Osaka sofa bed in Light Grey Mojave, $6089, BoConcept.

Alexis 3-seater sofa bed in Sawana Light Grey, $699, Lounge Lovers.

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One Night Stand sleeper sofa in Edwards Navy, $2999, Blu Dot.

Gill sofa bed in Silver Grey, $459, Castlery.

Grace queen sofa bed in Pebble, $8990, Fanuli.

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1 COE Studio ‘Polyp’ lamp, $690, Fenton & Fenton. 2 Verner Panton ‘Flowerpot VP4’ table lamp, $660, Cult. 3 Rigel table lamp, $139, Trit House. 4 Jaime Hayon ‘Formakami JH18’ table lamp, $500, Cult. 5 Le Klint ‘Model 375’ table lamp, $1450, Great Dane. 6 Aleka table lamp, $695, Coco Republic. 7 Foscarini ‘Kurage’ table lamp, $1180, Space. 8 Hay ‘Turn On’ table lamp, $225, Finnish Design Shop. 9 Woud ‘Study’ table lamp in Dusty Peach, $231, Royal Design. 10 Verner Panton ‘Flowerpot VP3’ table lamp, $590, Cult. 11 Hay ‘Bonbon’ lampshade in Earth Tones, $1087, Finnish Design Shop. 12 &Tradition ‘Bellevue AJ8’ table lamp in Copper Brown, $1100, Cult. 13 &Tradition ‘Setago JH27’ table lamp in Rust-Thunder, $156, Finnish Design Shop. 14 Zenith table light in Ochre, $280, Lightly. 15 Parachilna ‘Aballs’ table lamp, $2652.10, Ke-zu. 16 Balla table lamp, $580, King Living. 17 Kartell ‘Cindy’ table lamp in Metallic Blue, $500, Space Furniture. 18 DS hand-turned lamp in Navy Linen, $739*, Douglas & Bec. 19 Mia desk lamp, $200, Trit House. 20 Menu ‘Carrie’ portable lamp in Olive, $399, Designstuff. 21 Line table lamp in Midnight/Black, $529*, Douglas & Bec. 22 Home Republic ‘Maya’ table lamp, $89.99, Adairs. 23 Muffins 02 table lamp in Walnut Amber, $4520, Spence & Lyda. 24 Turn table lamp in Natural White, $910*, Douglas & Bec. 25 Santa & Cole ‘Cestita Batería’ table lamp $777, Finnish Design Shop. 26 Scoop study lamp, $79, Domayne. 27 HK Living ‘Ribbed’ table lamp in White Marble, RJ Living. 28 Made By Hand ‘RO’ lamp, from $780, Fred International.

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THE UP-AND-COMER

Silver Lake armchair by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso The form An angular armchair with a ﬂat

cult classic

Far from just sitting pretty, these armchairs have serious design cred THE ORIGINAL

Utrecht chair by Gerrit Rietveld, manufactured by Cassina The form A block-like armchair with angular arms, completely covered in fabric. What makes it special Designed in 1935/6 for the famous Metz & Co department

store in Amsterdam by renowned Dutch Modernist architect and designer Gerrit Rietveld (part of the De Stijl art movement), the armchair was a radical break from traditional upholstered furniture. Originally produced in a heavyweight brown canvas inspired by the traditional sails of Dutch ships that were preserved by tanning with oak bark, the chair was released in coloured wool after World War II. Since the early 1970s, Italian producer Cassina has held the rights to Rietveld’s furniture designs, reissuing the Utrecht armchair in 1988 with the choice of a blanket or zigzag stitch to the seams. The low stance, lack of rear legs and clever use of geometry make it a popular choice for contemporary architectural projects, and designers ﬁnd the chair surprisingly adept at ﬁtting into a range of interior styles. Expect to pay From $8205 in an entry-level fabric with zigzag or blanket stitch Where to buy Space Furniture; (02) 8339 7588 or spacefurniture.com.au 18 | INSIDE OUT

metal leg that turns into an arm and wraps around the chair’s back. What makes it special Created by Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola in 2010 for Italian upholstery specialist Moroso, Silver Lake is named after the area of Los Angeles famous for buildings by the AustrianAmerican mid-century architect Richard Neutra, whose designs often incorporated intersecting geometric shapes. The chair’s signature element is a wraparound angular metal arm that also forms its front legs. Another interesting aspect of the design is the option of wooden side panels (version SLB) rather than the more conventional fabric or leather to match the seat. This concept enhances the geometric nature of the design, however, upholstered sides (version SLA) are also offered for those who prefer a softer look. The arm colour can be selected from a palette of four shades: pale grey, oxide red, ink blue and anthracite. Three sizes of the chair are also offered: a small footprint version with a compact seat, plus high- and low-backed versions with a deeper seat. Expert to pay $5550 Where to buy Hub Furniture: (03) 9652 1222 or hubfurniture.com.au

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PROFILE

almira armstrong A love affair with scent led a former PR and marketing exec to pursue a ‘scentsational’ career as the founder of luxury fragrance house Lumira

What are some of your earliest memories of scent?

I’ve had a love affair with candles and fragrance for as long as I can remember. One of my earliest memories as a little girl was playing with mum’s bottles of perfume at any opportunity, and during my teens I taught myself how to make candles in the kitchen at home, which I would then give to friends and family for special occasions. How did Lumira begin? I’ve always had a passion for fragrance and understanding how people create perfumes that are so easily identifiable and distinctly associated with their brand. It wasn’t until I fell pregnant with my son that I had the very real desire to turn my ongoing fragrance passion into a small business venture. My husband had visions of me selling my creations at the markets, but I formulated a business plan that took it beyond that, from the fragrance design and packaging, to quality control and price points. Each and every part of the Lumira brand was carefully considered until eventually, in 2013, I took it to market. I love the process of developing a new fragrance. My perfumer and I sit together and we discuss the direction I think the new fragrance will take. We then start building it out. This process can take a month or it can take PHOTOGRAPHY BRIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY/LUMIRA

12 months. It’s a really varied process, but one that is so important to the Lumira brand. What does luxury mean to you? The notion of luxury is akin to a sense of peace of mind – a comfort in the knowledge that a purchase meets a set of criteria and expectations. Lumira was conceived as a direct response to this evolving set of criteria, recognising that savvy and conscious consumers are prioritising brands that deliver comprehensive integrity across sustainability, impact and provenance – in addition to long-established principles of quality, design and exclusivity. What goes in to creating a new perfume or candle?

Each and every fragrance within the collection is designed around a time and place, a scent memory that holds significance for me. It’s interesting how certain scents can really jolt you, shifting you back to a moment in the past. Within each, there is an eclectic but inspiring combination of fragrances that I develop with my perfumer here in Sydney and they are, in large part, representations of my travels. Where do you find inspiration for your collections?

For me, fragrances can be very transportive and trigger memories with a power other senses don’t have. Creating a fragrance begins with inspiration, such as art, design, travel, poetry and more, which are all elements that I draw on for inspiration when developing a new fragrance for Lumira. How have you seen the brand evolve since its launch in 2013? The world is changing so fast and

I think you need to learn to adapt quickly to stand

“It’s interesting how scents can really jolt you, shifting you back to a moment in the past” ALMIRA ARMSTRONG, LUMIRA

out from the crowd. In 2015, we took a stand on sustainability and updated all of our glassware to be coloured-through glass. We examined each and every element to make sure it was 100% recyclable or reusable. Doing this has allowed us to introduce new categories in personal fragrance, which we will continue to build out in the future. Why do you think there is such an intrinsic link between scent, travel and memory? The ‘olfactory

bulb’ in our brain is fascinating. Smell is unique among the senses, in that it directly enters deep into the brain. When travelling, we are usually relaxed and happy. The smells we experience on our journeys tend to leave positive feelings in our brain and body. Each time we smell that same or similar scent, we are immediately transported back to that happy time and place. What is your proudest professional achievement to date? There have truly been so many! Seeing

Lumira in some of the world’s ﬁnest retailers, including Selfridges in the UK, Bergdorf Goodman and Barney’s in New York, and online at Net-APorter, will always give me a thrill. But one of the moments I’m most proud of is our collaboration with the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, where we’re helping to raise funds to support the essential science and conservation work being done by Royal Botanic Gardens around the world. How did your partnership with the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney come about? The relationship with

the Royal Botanic Garden came about organically.

It is an important part of Australian history and I was excited to be part of its story. From the beginning, I wanted to be a part of an initiative that could help protect Australia’s natural environment. Creating a new fragrance, whether it’s for our collection or our partnerships, always begins with an inspiration. It might be an image, a memory or just a notion. This inspiration is then developed and reﬁned until we have a physical product that echoes the original inﬂuence. What’s next for Lumira? What are you currently working on? For me, it is always about seeking out

new fragrances that can extend the collection, and really honing in on how I can perfect our current offering. This year I will be focusing on our new parfum collection, the launch of a new fragrance in our home category, and some beautiful collaborations set to launch early next year. We have also just launched Lumira Journeys, a bespoke luxury travel experience to the places that have inﬂuenced my senses. From our very ﬁrst fragrance, Lumira has always been inextricably linked with the art of travel, and every scent is inspired by a moment in time I have experienced around the world. For some time now, I’ve been searching for an even more meaningful way to share my love of travel. Where are you off to next? In 2021 I will travel to Morocco as part of the Lumira Journeys. I’m really looking forward to sharing my experiences. See more at atelierlumira.com or @atelierlumira

OPPOSITE PAGE Arabian Oud 300g candle, $70, and Arabian Oud perfume oil, $55 for 10ml, Lumira. Almira Armstrong. ABOVE, FROM LEFT Wilderness by the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden 300g candle, $79, Lumira. No.352 Leather and Cedar perfume oil, $55 for 10ml, Lumira. Cuban Tobacco 300g candle, $70, Lumira. Persian Rose, No.352 Leather and Cedar, Cuban Tobacco, Tuscan Fig and Arabian Oud perfume oils, all $55 for 10ml, Lumira. Soleil Du Maroc eau de parfum, $135 for 50ml, Lumira.

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1 Cali print (20cm x 30cm), $49 (unframed), Xander Holliday. 2 1954 Bereketh Old Yarn rug (261cm x 356cm), $14,600, Loom Rugs. 3 Lumbersider waterborne low-sheen paint in Hyperactive, $60.99 per 1L, Resene. 4 Stelton ‘Em77 Vacuum’ jug in Rosehips, Top 3 By Design. 5 Li’l Something side table in Copper Pot, $599, Blu Dot. 6 B&B Italia ‘Tufty-Too’ sofa, from $19,545, Space Furniture. 7 Midj ‘Pippi’ lounge chair, $1413.50, Ownworld. 8 HK Living ‘Orange Circle’ art frame, $799, House Of Orange. 9 Sant’Agostino ‘Flexible Architecture Collection’ tiles in Orange Mat, $155 per sq m, Academy Tiles. 10 Note side table in Tomato, $499, Blu Dot. 11 Kartell ‘Air du Temps’ clock in Metallic Red, $320, Space Furniture. 12 Sylvie cushion in Rust, $49.95, Kas.

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1 Herringbone tray in Dark Blue, $117, Wallpaper Store. 2 Cassina ‘Zig Zag’ chair in Natural Ashwood, $4230, Space. 3 Christina Lundsteen ‘Zigzag’ cottonvelvet cushion, $202, Matchesfashion. 4 Thin Zigzag bone-inlay bedside table in Black, $890, Fenton & Fenton. 5 Cuzzi floor lamp, $990, MCM House. 6 Sientelo Beni M’Rirt rug (3.7m x 2.5m), $8190, Tigmi Trading. 7 Zig Zag cocktail table in Walnut, $6595*, Altura Furniture. 8 Stevie vessel in Charcoal, $280, Marloe Marloe. 9 Cassina ‘637 Utrecht’ armchair in Blue Notte by Gerrit Rietveld (see page 18), $9315, Space. 10 Zig Zag stool, $750, Mark Tuckey.

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AURA HOME

Melbourne-based Aura has been making the bed linen of our dreams since 2000, oﬀering muted pastels and richer shades that are evocative of the Australian bush, as well as a tight edit of locally designed items, including the Organic Bed linen set in Eucalypt, $259.

DUNLIN There’s no better place to shop for light fittings than Dunlin, which is the exclusive local stockist for several top-quality brands. The online store also carries a handpicked range of divine Santa Maria Novella candles and perfumes. Shown is the Christie Rise and Fall pendant, $1448.

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LIGHTLY

window shopping Cosy up on the couch ’cos it’s time to hit the online stores with these new contacts – and maybe a glass of something lovely

If you’re looking for beautiful Australian-made ceramics in welcoming shades, the Vera vase in Sand, $130, by Lightly should be on your radar. The brand’s online shop also sells bath products, office accessories and other trinkets by Lightly and other local names. LIGHTLY.COM.AU

DESIGNSTUFF

Lovers of Scandinavian style are spoilt for choice at this emporium, which oﬀers a wide selection of Nordic designs. It also has a huge number of Australian-made goods. Designstuﬀ tissue box in Black, $59.

GREENHOUSE INTERIORS Led by former corporate executive Julia Green, this Geelong-based brand specialises in printed fabrics. Think vibrant homewares, bed linen and all manner of seasonal throw cushions. Julia even offers remote styling services, too. Greenhouse Interiors Tote Bag, $59. GREENHOUSEINTERIORS.COM.AU

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MODERN TIMES An iconic design destination in Melbourne, Modern Times has an online store, too. It’s one of the best destinations for Mid-century Modern furniture designs and unique original Australian art. Stacey Rees art print, from $110.

We love this Sydney furniture brand’s fun designs and ethical credentials — all Koskela products are made in Australia from sustainable or recycled timber. There’s also a well-curated range of homewares, clothing and candles. We love the Licht pendants, from $415 each. KOSKELA.COM.AU

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PLANTS IN A BOX Delivery service Plants In A Box stocks more than 600 plant varieties, plus a smart edit of gardening accessories from watering cans to ceramic pots. You can even get three assorted indoor plants delivered for just $59.95. PLANTSINABOX.COM.AU

CULT

This local retailer is a favourite of professional interior designers, who trust it for the best range of timeless pieces by international makers. Check out the &Tradition ‘Tricolore’ vases, from $730. CULTDESIGN.COM.AU

HAY The Australian branch of the Danish brand showcases cool furniture and accessories with a modern-industrial feel. HAY pieces work in a range of settings and the best-selling Colour Crate, $15, has become a storage staple.

LA MAISON Interior-design professionals rely on this furniture wholesaler when completing large corporate projects, but La Maison sells in the retail universe, too. Its Frejac media unit, $1699, is an easybreezy Hamptons style yet the quality is rock solid.

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ANGEL AROMATICS

The adorable wooden products designed and sold by Little Big Learning, including this Pikler triangle climbing frame, $399, are sustainably made and built to last. Little Big also operates a Plants for Products program, planting a tree every time it sells an eligible item.

This veteran Australian brand sells a full range of sleek ceramics online. Mud also curates an excellent recipe blog – just saying! Slice tray, $121.

The Hand & Surface Sanitiser this small Sydney outfit makes smells lovely. As well as being paraben-free, phthalate-free, vegan-friendly and not tested on animals, it only costs $13.95 for 100ml. Try Annan, Angel’s signature bath fragrance, too.

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This fashion label’s passion for ethical design is shaping Australian style while keeping an eye on the planet ABOVE Bassike co-founder Deborah Sams in her office with Butch, her 12-year-old Pomeranian. RIGHT Butch gives some perspective to the company’s expansive headquarters in Warriewood, NSW, designed by Akin Atelier. The void in the roof was non-negotiable, says Deborah. “We had to have a lot of light and fresh air, even if it meant sacrificing some of the office space.” OPPOSITE PAGE, FROM TOP Casual beanbags scatter the design floor. A Winter 2020 collection viewing in the showroom. Deborah at her desk with her essential design reference library. Business partner Mary Lou Ryan’s minimalist office mirrors Deborah’s space.

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“Everyone is jumping on the bandwagon, so it doesn’t mean anything anymore,” says Deborah Sams, the co-founder and creative director of luxury fashion label Bassike, explaining that businesses in the habit of greenwashing have diminished the power of businesses that are serious about sustainability. “We have been working hard on doing it, not working hard on talking about it,” she says. From the beginning, when Bassike launched with its range of twisted seam tanks and tee-shirts in 2006, the choice was there to either work with organic cotton – or not. It was a natural decision. “If we can actually make a difference on this Earth and still produce beautiful clothing, why would we not do that?” Deborah asks. Specifically, that meant using fabric made without pesticides (which can go on to contaminate the water sources of the small communities they’re made by) and sourcing cotton from crops that require 80 per cent less water. Fourteen years later and organic materials are an integral part of the range, which includes luxurious linen grown from water-free flax. “We are trying to develop it into other categories and fabrications where we can,” Deborah says. “Fabric is going to change dramatically in the future. There are factories and mills I go to in Italy that are insane. What they’re doing is exceptional. It can be more expensive and more complicated, but it’s important. And I think natural organic fabric is more beautiful; there’s an earthiness and I like that feeling – I gravitate towards that.” Provenance was the next step. “It was a very conscious decision to produce locally in Australia. Over 90 per cent of our product is made here. Again, it’s more expensive, but gives us full transparency into our supply chain and we’re supporting local industry, plus it means we can reduce our carbon footprint significantly.” Australian-made has now become a core part of the Bassike DNA. “When we started,” Deborah says, “people didn’t really care about sustainability – no one checked labels then. But now, with things like the recent bushfires, people are all across it and want businesses to be accountable.” Bassike extends this sensibility to its store design and interiors around the world, collaborating with acclaimed architect and interior designer Kelvin Ho of Akin Atelier on each of them, from Avalon to Venice Beach in Los Angeles. The alliance is a good one – Akin is of the same mindset, with a plan to take its own business carbon neutral by 2021.

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Materials in the stores follow a refined and naturally sourced path with lots of calm, pale timbers (recycled where possible), flowing natural linens, floor-to-ceiling glass, found objects and ethically sourced marble and stone benchtops. It’s a strong visual formula: modern and minimalist. “There’s a feel-good side to a purchase when you know you’re not contributing to toxic waste,” says Deborah. “And Bassike doesn’t follow trends; it’s not the sort of brand where you buy something one season and it’s irrelevant the next. I have pieces in my wardrobe from 10 years ago that are still good quality and look good. That is part of the whole sensibility of Bassike and how we design our collections – it’s not fast fashion.” With new innovations in sourcing and fabrication happening constantly, a fashion label striving to do clean business and be accountable is impressive. “Of course, our main focus is always design,” says Deborah, “but with every business decision we can, we’re always going to make the more sustainable choice.” That’s good business.

“If we can actually make a difference on this Earth and still produce beautiful clothing, why would we not do that?” DEBORAH SAMS, BASSIKE WORDS ELIZA O’HARE

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SPACE SAVING IDEAS

Small wonders USE CLEVER DESIGN TO MAKE A COMPACT KITCHEN SERIOUSLY STYLISH

ell-chosen details will always help make a kitchen as functional as possible – particularly when you’re trying to maximise space. Focusing on one design feature is an easy way to make a small space interesting. In this modern corner kitchen, the timber benchtop is extended to frame the cooking and preparation area (a bit like a picture frame). The rest of the kitchen is then downplayed with streamlined cabinetry and a neutral palette. Need some ideas to tackle your kitchen or laundry renovation? Bunnings is now offering virtual consultations with their In-Home Kitchen Consultants to help you create your ultimate kitchen.

MODERN TOUCHES Timber? Marble? Terrazzo? Almost every natural material can be matched with a replica version to help you achieve your kitchen style goals across cabinetry, benchtops and splashbacks.

STORAGE SMARTS Choose soft-close drawers to soften the impact on cabinetry and help minimise noise in the kitchen – they can be fitted to any cabinet or drawer type. Eliminate kitchen clutter and free up benchtop space with pullout storage trays and runners that allow for easy access to everyday essentials.

A small kitchen can have a real wow factor when designed with a thoughtful choice of materials and colours.

Clockwise Kaboodle Meringue Glaze Modern Cabinetry, Dorf Vixen Retractable Sink Mixer $316, Kaboodle 2 Tier Pullout Basket $537, Kaboodle Insert Tray $10.75, Kaboodle Soft draw Runner 1 set $30.45.

Discover the perfect kitchen for you at bunnings.com.au/kitchen-styles Some advertised products may not be available in-store, but may be ordered. Accessories are not available at Bunnings.

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Visitors to this country home live in a world of their own

Interior designer Louise Walsh and her team recently renovated a Federation-style house near Byron Bay, NSW, which included a special wing for grandparents and other guests. This room is the combined kitchen/living area, decorated with similar elements to the main house but with a more calming, neutral palette. The Vicki chairs by Design Kiosk, supplied by Project 82, are a modern twist on a farmhouse chair, inspired by the green hills just outside the door. Turn to page 36 for more.

WORDS DEBORAH GRANT PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOMER STYLING KELLY TAYLOR

local colour

Travel to exotic places with interior pieces inspired by the colour and light of three destinations weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re planning to visit just as soon as we can...

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rich&bold

inspired by the postmodern lines and vivid hues of Ricardo Boﬁll’s La Muralla Roja apartment complex on Spain’s Costa Bianca

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1 Muralla Roja 02 framed art print (60cm x 40cm), $485, Derek Swalwell. 2 SPC ‘Kenneth’ sofa, $9700, Hub Furniture. 3 Sarah Ellison x Teranova ‘Wategos’ tile, $189 per sq m, Sarah Ellison. 4 Colour Block cushion, $99, Castle. 5 Eunice Harlequin throw, $269, Sage x Clare. 6 Tibor ‘Ravenna Abstract-Jacquard’ cotton-blend cushion, $630, Matchesfashion. 7 Muuto ‘Unfold’ pendant lamp, $355, Living Edge. 8 Vitra toolbox in Tangerine, $74.55*, Città. 9 Flamingo rug (2.4m x 3m), $9072, Designer Rugs. 10 Margaret Howell ‘Anglepoise Type 75’ desk lamp, $644*, Città. 11 HK Living ‘Lobby’ bench in Ochre, $899, House of Orange. 12 Elk bolsters, $210 each, Jardan. 13 Front Regular dining chair, from $1826, Fred International. 14 Pillar candle, $75, Hay. 15 Pear linen-blend tea towel, $22.90, Città. 16 HK Living ‘Ceramic Shell Terra L’ vase, $59, House of Orange. 17 HK Living fruit bowl on base in Cobalt, $69, House of Orange. 18 Soft stripe cushion in Soft Blue, $230, Hay. 19 Soft chair in Red, $690, Daniel Emma Store. 20 Etcetera Easy chair in Klein Blue, $3750, Tigmi Trading. 21 Revised ‘Orvington’ floor lamp, $3785, Space. 22 Sundae armchair in Coda 632, from $3658, Design By Them. 23 Fiber bar stool, $520, Living Edge. 24 Daisy Three acrylic on canvas artwork by Tan J Block, $680, Fenton & Fenton. 25 Glass knot in Yellow & White, $65, Hay. 26 Woud ‘Pidestall’ large flowerpot in Red, $399, Luumo. 15

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natural&neutral inspired by the starkly beautiful ancient

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1 Dry 1 art print by Chris Warnes, $2530, through Otomys Contemporary Gallery. 2 Mia bench seat, $790, Heimur. 3 Made By Hand ‘Knit Wit’ lamp in Sand Stone, from $1100, Fred International. 4 Muuto ‘Ridge’ vase in Off White, $200, Living Edge. 5 Muuto ‘Ridge’ vase in White, $150, Luumo. 6 Rakei bamboo basket, $139, Città. 7 HK Living ‘Retro’ webbing oval cabinet in Light Grey, $1695, House of Orange. 8 Calypso Beni M’Rirt rug (3.8m x 2.6m), $5650, Tigmi Trading. 9 HK Living ‘Tiny’ art frame in XL Sand, $399, House of Orange. 10 Workshop chair in Oak, $710, Living Edge. 11 Pull floor lamp in White & Oak, $950, Living Edge. 12 Sandy Lockwood wood-fired mug, $58, Elph Store. 13 Sandy Lockwood lidded jar, $120, Elph Store. 14 Horizon coffee table, $922*, Città. 15 Cotton velvet cushion cover, $54.90, Città. 16 James St day bed in American Oak with Concrete Fabric, $4160, Mr and Mrs White. 17 Kuru bowl in Seville Orange, $129, Iittala. 18 HK Living ‘70s’ ceramic bowl in Medium Bark, $12.95, House of Orange. 19 Brdr Krüger ‘ARV’ chair, from $2806, Fred International. 20 HK Living ‘Mango’ plates, $13.95 each, House of Orange. 21 Cyclades vase in Sand, $190, Simple Form. 22 & 23 White speckle teapot and coffee pot, both $138, Ghost Wares. 24 Tumu-isi balancing blocks in Beech Wood, $185, Provider Store. 25 Fogia ‘Embrace’ armchair, Fred International. 26 Rose travertine bowl, $844, Greg Natale. 27 Oscar travertine bowl, $768, Greg Natale. 28 Tammy cushion, $49.95, Freedom.

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inspired by the unique wilderness of Satellite Island, a sheltered pocket of the Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Entrecasteaux Channel in southern Tasmania 2

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1 Moooi ‘Non Random’ small suspension lamp in Black, $1270, Space. 2 Seaweed Pearls art print, from $290 (unframed), Kara Rosenlund. 3 Corky tall glasses, $95 each, Living Edge. 4 HK Living ‘Rustic’ dinner plate, $34.95, House of Orange. 5 Rope bowl in Merlot, $1299, Greg Natale. 6 Dot cushion, $210, Hay. 7 HK Living marble tray, $79, House of Orange. 8 Stack natural stone mosaic tiles in Pietra Verde, $26.40 per sheet (298mm x 304mm), Surface Gallery. 9 Puff Puff sofa in Edwards Navy, $2899, Blu Dot. 10 Surface sconce in Black Travertine, $2750, Henry Wilson. 11 Ethnicraft ‘Teak Grooves’ sideboard, $2695, Trit House. 12 Wave vase, $49, Black Blaze. 13 Cotton velvet round cushion cover in Nori, $54.90, Città. 14 Bento woven cushion cover in Midnight/Chocolate, $69.95, Città. 15 Left Behind watercolour artwork by Kerrie Oliver, $1800, Curatorial+Co. 16 Muuto ‘Cover’ chair in Black, $870, Living Edge. 17 Then We’re In, We’re Inside The Definition acrylic on Belgian linen artwork by Antonia Mrljak, $6800, Curatorial+Co. 18 Muuto ‘Mimic’ mirror in Midnight Blue, $275, Living Edge. 19 Bottoms Up vase in Navy Blue, $220, Hay. 20 Woud ‘Nakki’ ottoman, $1419, Floc Studio. 21 Noon rug by Ross Gardam, $7080, Stylecraft. 22 Redcliffe throw in Carbon, $229.99, Sheridan. 23 Muuto ‘Connect’ modular sofa, from $4098, Huset. 24 Zanat ‘Nera’ large wooden bowl, $415, Hub Furniture. 25 Adams armchair in Deep Teal Velvet, $569, Castlery. 17 14

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pa radise fou nd

Returning to the Byron hinterland after a few years of London life, this family of four had space and tranquillity high on their agenda WORDS JOANNE HAWKINS PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOMER STYLING KELLY TAYLOR

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cheat sheet Who lives here Emma Riley, a meditation teacher; her husband Nick Riley, who runs a property-development company in London; daughters Ivy, 11, and Flo, nine; plus two Siberian cats: Whisky and Alaska. Style of home A dated five-bedroom red-brick house near Bangalow in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, which was extensively reworked internally and given a contemporary makeover throughout. Emma and Nick bought the house in 2015. Construction began in November 2017 and the family had moved back in by June 2019, with just the landscaping to do.

KITCHEN Emmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream of a big kitchen was realised by relocating it to the back of the house, where it now has a hinterland vista. The rear cupboard doors are Dulux Hildegard; their VJ panelling is a nod to the architecture of the area. Benchtop, Caesarstone Fresh Concrete. Wooden stools, Beeline Design. ENTRY HALL (opposite) Blackbutt timber was used for the front door and wall cladding. Cabinet, Life Interiors. Artwork by Michael Cusack.

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fter six years of living in a semi-detached

house in South London, Emma Riley and her British husband Nick knew exactly what they wanted when they moved back to Australia in 2014 – space. “We loved London and had our second daughter, Flo, over there,” says Emma. “But we were living in a semi with a fake-grass lawn so we were craving some decent outdoor space and sunshine.” When the couple found a 12-year-old house on almost a hectare in the Byron hinterland, they knew it was the one, even if its dated style left something to be desired. “Nick had ridden his motorbike up first,” Emma recalls, “and when I arrived he opened the gate and said, ‘Welcome home, darling.’ We fell in love with the sense of space and the almost 360º views of the hinterland and ocean.” The family, which also includes elder daughter Ivy, lived in the five-bedroom Federation-style dwelling for two years before renovating, giving them ample time to work out what they didn’t like. “The previous owners were an older couple and, while the decor was pretty, it wasn’t our style,” says Emma. “The layout had odd angles in some of the rooms, and a small kitchen with a tiny dining room and living area that didn’t work for us. Ultimately, we wanted a big, beautiful open space where we could all hang out.” In 2017, the couple engaged local architect Ed Davis to help them unlock the “untapped potential of the house” and reconfigure the space. “Basically, the house was stripped back and rebuilt except for the roof. Not one internal wall was left the same,” says Emma. A spacious new kitchen/living/dining area was created, with the kitchen relocated nearer to the back deck to take in the hinterland views. The bedrooms and bathrooms were enlarged, the lower ground floor was opened up to create a larger rumpus room, and the existing granny flat was reworked. A new art studio was also built for keen artist Emma, with an office above and a garage below. When it came to the interiors, the couple sought help from interior designer Louise Walsh after becoming overwhelmed with the myriad decisions that had to be made. “I remember the builders asking us for the lighting plan and I was like, ‘Where do you put the lights in a house of this size?’ It was such a relief to have Louise on board because we didn’t really know where to start,” says Emma. “Louise’s team really excelled in the joinery design and palette.” Emma also called on her sister, Kate Pulsford of Sydney’s Villa interiors, to help find pieces that reflected her desire for a “clean and modern home that was warm and inviting, with a relaxed vibe”. Now that all the work is complete, the house is a calming blend of what Emma calls her favourite ‘chalky’ colours: soft pinks, creams, greys and blues punctuated by splashes of more vivid shades, such as the deep greens chosen for the kitchen joinery and main bedroom. While the family are enjoying being able to stretch out in their spacious abode, Emma says her daughters still miss their London house with the faux grass a little bit. “Fortunately, Nick’s business and his family are in the UK, so we go back often and still have connections there,” she explains. “But this is where we want to spend the majority of our time. I’m so grateful for every day in this house. It brings us so much joy, as well as joy to other people because we love sharing the space with others.” Louise Walsh Interior Design & Decoration (LWID), Lennox Head, NSW: louisewalsh.com.au. Villa, Sydney, NSW: villa-interiors.com.au. Davis Architects, Byron Bay, NSW: davisarchitects.com.au

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“Nick gave me complete creative freedom inside the house and he absolutely loves the outcome” EMMA RILEY, HOMEOWNER

MAIN LIVING Two Jardan ‘Wilfred’ chairs are teamed with a linen-covered sofa by Louise Walsh Interior Design. “I’d always wanted those chairs in my house,” Emma says. “The blush pink is so gorgeous. And because the sofa was made to measure, it fits the space perfectly.” Artwork by Michael Cusack, who was one of Emma’s teachers at Byron School of Art. “I don’t think you could find a better piece for that wall — I’m totally in love with it,” she says. Travertine coffee table, Spence & Lyda. Custom leather ottoman, LWID. Rug, Bayliss.

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before& after SPECIAL

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FREEZE FRAME 1 This is where the old kitchen was located. When the floor plan was revised, it became the living/ dining area with the fireplace in the corner. The walls were opened up to the sea view with large sliding glass doors on either side of the fire, and the Federation-style balustrade was removed and replaced with something more contemporary.

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12 Alfresco 13 Bathroom 14 Media room 15 Laundry 16 Guest bedroom 17 Bathroom 18 Guest living 19 Games room 20 Second living 21 Bedroom 22 Bathroom

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bright idea

A group of three mismatching pendant lights make a unique feature — as long as they have similar features and materials. Emma found these handmade Paris Au Mois d’Août pendants at a Hub furniture pop-up store. “They were the last three, so I had to wait a few months before I could pick them up,” she explains.

DINING A Jardan ‘Otto’ dining table is teamed with Thonet ‘Hoffmann’ chairs and built-in bench seat. The wall colour in many rooms is Dulux Natural White. Engineered oak flooring, Surface Society. Artworks by Jonathan Dalton. HALLWAY (opposite left) Like the kitchen, this cabinetry is two-pack polyurethane joinery in Dulux Hildegard. Bintang honed bench, WorldStone. MEDIA ROOM (opposite right) The walls of this cosy space are Porter’s Paints Atlantic, which reminds Emma of her London living room. Custom chambray sofa, LWID. Dari rug, Jardan. Stool, Coco Republic. Artwork by Michael Cusack.

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MAIN BEDROOM “The other morning I was having a cup of tea in bed and there was a massive rainbow outside, which was a magic little moment,” says Emma. Custom headboard in Mokum ‘Atohi’ fabric, LWID. Harmon Carreramarble side table, Camerich. Linen, Cultiver. POWDER ROOM (opposite, top left) Surface Society supplied the pink tiles. The benchtop is Caesarstone Fresh Concrete. IVY’S ROOM (opposite, top right) Emma kept the decor simple so her daughter could accessorise the way she wanted. Beanbag, Kip&Co. Linen, Society of Wanderers. GIRLS’ ENSUITE (opposite, bottom left) The Kado bath sits at an interesting angle. MAIN ENSUITE (opposite, bottom right) Gracing the wall are Mr Jason Grant 'New Paradise' tiles in Deep Sea from Surface Society. Bintang stone vanity, WorldStone. Brass taps, Brodware.

“I originally wanted a dark bedroom but eventually went with a feature wall in Taubmans Juniper Berry because the view really is the hero” EMMA

FROM ABOVE LEFT Wilfred armchair, $4348, Jardan. Arena mixed-media artwork by Michael Cusack, $16,500, Olsen Gallery. Emi Pod table, from $2354, Anaca Studio. Atelier 2+ ‘Cane’ cabinet, $3380, Trit House. Oyoy ‘Inka Kana’ pot, $179, Designstuff. By Lassen ‘Kubus’ bowl, $327, Finnish Design Shop. Metro Azul mosaic tile, $102 per sq m, Surface Gallery. James Hardie Linea weatherboard in Mount Eden, $57 per sq m, Bunnings. Fresh Concrete surface, $550 per sq m, Caesarstone.

ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON

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OUTDOOR ROOM (both pages) Emma and Nick in their west-facing open space adjacent to the media/rumpus room. This deck area is close to the pool and faces toward the hinterland. The exterior screens have louvred blades to block the sun while allowing the air to flow; they slide back and forth along a track, depending on where the sun is. Haven outdoor modular sofa and Granada rug, GlobeWest. Custom cushions, LWID. Gandia Blasco ‘Na Xemena’ dining table, Hub Furniture. Hamilton dining chairs, Harbour Outdoor.

LESSONS LEARNT “Ask an interior designer to be involved at the architectural stage — or design a smaller house!” EMMA RILEY, HOMEOWNER

“In an ideal world, we would have engaged Louise Walsh and her team at an earlier stage because [prior to that] it was quite stressful trying to make so many decisions about the interior design and not really knowing where to start. We’d only ever done a tiny kitchen renovation in London before, so Louise definitely took a lot of that stress away with all her experience and attention to detail.”

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The shape of this Sydney home was inspired by a desire to start afresh and live simply

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WORDS KATHERINE CHATFIELD PHOTOGRAPHY BRIGID ARNOTT STYLING VANESSA COLYER TAY

cheat sheet Who lives here Rosemarie Sills and her two grown-up daughters when they visit. Style of home A four-bedroom new build with a Scandinavian feel, built to maximise its site on Sydney’s northern beaches. Planning started in 2017 and Rosemarie moved in two years later. The total cost of the build came $$$$ in at just under $1 million.

LIVING The home has a sophisticated coastal feel, reinforced by pieces such as the Carl Hansen & Son ‘C25’ cord armchairs from Cult. Muuto coffee table and side table, Living Edge. Bumper ottoman tray table, Blu Dot. Built-in timber-veneer bench with drawers by Christina Prescott Design (CPD). Ay Illuminate ‘Z1’ pendant, Spence & Lyda. Rug, Armadillo & Co. EXTERIOR (opposite) Clad in pine from Frencham Cypress, the A-frame design has glorious cathedral ceilings.

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standout feature

Placing handmade Moroccan Zellige tiles on the back wall of the kitchen was a masterstroke. Interior designer Christina Prescott of CPD chose the glazed design in white to “reflect the light and bounce it around the room”. The 100mm x 100mm square tiles are available through Surface Gallery.

ife doesn’t always go to plan. Case in point

is Rosemarie Sills, who bought a 50-year-old home on Sydney’s northern beaches with her then-husband in 2016 and separated shortly afterwards. They’d intended to renovate the house and live in it with their two now grown-up daughters – both of whom soon moved interstate – so Rosemarie decided the best way forward from that point was to knock down the original house and start again. “The old brick place had had its time,” she says. “I wanted to build a forever home that I would feel comfortable in.” Rosemarie wanted a “quiet, unassuming” house that would allow her easy access to the garden. But after talking to building designer Jim O’Brien of Viewthru, her plans changed again. “The site is on a slope, which made things tricky,” she explains. “Jim suggested we use split levels, and have decks at every possible opportunity, to make it seem like there was always outdoor space available.” She settled on a timber design with three levels and an A-frame roof. There are three guest bedrooms on the lower ground floor, each with doors leading out to the garden, and a set of exterior steps to the garden from the first floor. There are also decks off both the living room and kitchen. Internally, the split levels throughout create steep angles in the eaves and ceilings, allowing natural light to flow through. “The lines of the house create shadows on the wall, depending on the time of day,” says Rosemarie. “They also capture the breeze from both sides of the house as it can get very hot here in the summer.” Those clean lines and simple shapes were very important to Rosemarie, who was after something quite unlike the previous homes she’d lived in. “I had an old Victorian house in England, and then an old cottage in [Sydney’s] Pymble,” she says. “I really wanted this to feel different. I didn’t want clutter. So much so that I sold nearly all my English antiques when I started to build this place. I wanted to start afresh.” When it came to the cabinetry, Rosemarie called on interior designer Christina Prescott of Christina Prescott Design (CPD)

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KITCHEN/DINING (this page and opposite) “The units don’t reach the ceiling, so the kitchen and dining room stay connected,” says Rosemarie. To maintain the flow, all the materials are tonally calm, with the polyurethane joinery in Dulux Milton Moon and the island bench topped with White Fantasy marble from Artedomus. Caesarstone Snow features on the other benches. Secto wall lights, Fred International. American oak table and Hoffmann chairs, The Wood Room.

LIVING AREA Rosemarie loves the bespoke cabinetry in this comfort zone and says winter is really snug here, too. “Originally, I wanted a wood-burning fire, but then realised I didn’t want to be worrying about bringing in wood. Instead, I installed a bioethanol fireplace [by EcoSmart], which is very environmentally friendly.” Like the kitchen, the stone cladding the fireplace is grey-veined White Fantasy marble from Artedomus. Custom grey sofa, CPD. Hay ‘DLM” side table (next to the marble ledge), Cult. DINING (opposite) The air space over the dining table is defined by a Line pendant light from Douglas and Bec.

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to design built-in seats and cupboards that hid drawers, shelves and their accompanying clutter – the antithesis of the higgeldy-piggeldy cottages she was used to. Rosemarie also entrusted Christina with helping to source new furniture for the house, an exercise she found extremely liberating. “I’d always ‘made do’ with the furniture I had,” she says. “It simply fitted in around other things. But this time I wanted to choose everything. It was very therapeutic and really helped with my personal situation.” Christina came up with sustainable options from local designers, prioritising texture in a palette that is gloriously subtle. “I love the cool, calming greys and the softness of the decor,” says Rosemarie. The Cypress pine-clad exterior reinforces that feeling. “It will silver with age, as will the decks,” she adds. “I didn’t want to be worrying about maintenance or treating it. I love that it will change with time and of its own accord.” In contrast with the super-neutral decor are the black aluminum window frames. “They are so striking, and really draw your eye to the amazing views outside,” says Rosemarie. Where possible, she has avoided using curtains or blinds so as not to detract from the picture-frame-like windows. The elevated dining room is a good example. “I call it ‘the box’ because it sits on top of the house; there are external blinds on the window to shut out the heat but nothing inside so the views are uninterrupted.” Despite the exquisite design of the house, it’s the feeling of homeliness that Rosemarie loves the most. “It’s cosy and intimate,” she says, “even when the weather is inclement. I love being here.” Viewthru, Balgowlah, NSW: viewthru.com.au. CPD, Neutral Bay, NSW: christinaprescott.com. TCM Construction Group: tcmconstructiongroup.com.au

“This house is so cosy. From the very first night, I’ve loved being here” ROSEMARIE SILLS, HOMEOWNER

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SPECIAL

“I wanted the place to blend in with the landscape rather than stand out. I love that it will mellow with time” ROSEMARIE SILLS, HOMEOWNER

SPLIT-LEVEL LUXE 1 When Rosemarie bought the house it was a conventional single-storey brick structure with a garage and utility rooms underneath. 2 To take advantage of the block’s ocean and district views, the new design was pushed up and out over three split levels. This means the house’s overall height didn’t exceed the area’s limit, but there’s an abundant feeling of space and light throughout.

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ENSUITE For continuity, the wall tiles are the same as those in the kitchen. The timber-veneer joinery is by CPD. Terrazzo floor tiles, Fibonacci. Tapware, Astra Walker. Conga light, Spence & Lyda. MAIN BEDROOM (opposite left) Rosemarie chose an Ethnicraft bed, and Leo side tables from Grazia & Co. Linen, Cultiver. Cushions, Walter G. BATHROOM (opposite right) The soft profiles of the mirror and basin are in keeping with the rest of the house. Wall tiles, Surface Gallery.

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FROM ABOVE LEFT Ethnicraft ‘Spindle’ oak queen bed, $2090, Curious Grace. Sedona Denim cushion (55cm), Walter G. Secto ‘4231’ wall lamp, from $748, Fred International. Ay Illuminate ‘Z2’ pendant, $820, Spence & Lyda. Bumper leather ottoman in Caramel, $899, Blu Dot. Muuto ‘Around’ coffee table in Oak, $1180, Living Edge. Dulux Wash&Wear paint in Milton Moon, $91.55 per 4L, Bunnings. White lamp, $349, Aplin. Moroccan Zellige mosaic tiles in Igloo, $412 per sq m, Surface Gallery. Cambridge throw, from $119.99, Adairs. No.811 Hoffmann armchair, $706.20, Thonet. Line Pendant 04 light, $3060, Douglas & Bec.

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LESSONS LEARNT

“Work around a design problem” ROSEMARIE SILLS, HOMEOWNER

“I love cooking and wanted a butler’s pantry but there wasn’t enough space. Instead I concentrated on making the design exceptional. Now it’s my favourite room of the house. The handmade tiles are so soft, and the light in there is always lovely. Plus there are big windows that slide into the wall, so the space always feels open and I can look right out onto the deck.”

EVENING TERRACE This west-facing deck is off the living room and has district views. Sofa and coffee table, CPD. Chairs, Tait. Pots, The Balcony Garden. REAR TERRACE/GARDEN (opposite) There are two guest rooms and a study on this lower level. “I wanted them to feel like they are part of the house, rather than just being ‘downstairs’,” says Rosemarie. “They all have doors that open onto the garden. When my daughters come home, they have space to be with their friends down there, without being piled on top of one another.” Gipsy Cocoon chairs, The Wood Room. Shower, CPD.

CHANGE OF PLA N

Losing a room to create more space, the owners of this stone cottage in the Adelaide hills then ramped up its unique 1960s style WORDS SARAH WORMWELL PHOTOGRAPHY JACQUI WAY STYLING MAZ MIS

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VERANDAH There are several seating areas dotted along the terrace and the couple use them all. The timber battens are jarrah and the exterior paint colour is Dulux Domino. Tulloch chairs from Eco Outdoor. OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING (opposite, from left) Danny and Richard love their new bar, made from Fibonacci Stone’s Freckle terrazzo, at the kitchen window. Wicker drinking glasses, Asser & Co. Teak bowl, Homebasics & Design. Hay ‘Palisade’ stools, Aptos Cruz.

cheat sheet Who lives here Richard Rohrsheim, an IT manager, and Daniel (Danny) Gallant, a doctor in public health, plus many visiting kookaburras. Style of home Mid-century modern cottage built in 1962 from locally quarried bluestone, which has been reworked internally. Richard and Danny bought the home in 2006 and put in a modern kitchen. They moved out in 2018 for nine months while it was renovated and new flooring installed. The total spend was $472,000, including $$$$ landscaping and a driveway upgrade.

Adelaide’s twinkling suburban grid to the Southern Ocean, brings Richard Rohrsheim and Danny Gallant daily joy. “We both have very busy schedules, but it doesn’t matter what has happened at work – the mesmerising calmness from this outlook is an instant salve,” says Richard, who knew about the therapeutic benefits of the foothills long before the couple moved in. His parents lived next door and at one time even owned the property, built in the 1960s by the manager of the local quarry. After living in Sydney for many years, Richard and Danny relocated to Adelaide and moved in with Richard’s parents. Two weeks later, the bluestone house next door became available to rent so the couple leased it for a couple of years while Richard slowly convinced Danny to make an offer on the property. When the papers were signed, the pair did a quick renovation on the living and dining rooms, removing walls to open up the space and installing a new kitchen. But 10 Adelaide winters later, they were desperate for better insulation.“Enough was enough,” says Danny. “The single-glazed windows and timber frames made it bitingly cold in winter and sauna-like in summer.” The couple approached several architects to help them redesign and update the window treatments. “We wanted to make the home more comfortable; we could only heat and cool the kitchen and bedroom, so we basically lived in those two rooms,” says Richard. After a site visit, architect Paul Cooksey and interior architect Bek Burchnall of Northern Edge Studio took a risk with their response. They suggested doing more than simply addressing the windows; instead, they proposed reconfiguring the interiors – to ‘hero’ the view and materiality of the stone work, and create a more open feel. Paul and Bek’s inspiration came from the home itself and the mid-century ethos of connecting with nature using authentic materials. “The bones and original design intent were sound, but the place needed an update in terms of building technology and interior palette,” says Paul. “It was a great example of modern architecture and we wanted to guarantee its longevity.” Worked into the original footprint, the new design combined three small bedrooms into two larger ones with walk-in-robes and generous storage. Instead of a separate study (the third bedroom), Paul and Bek created a light-filled study nook with a better connection to the open-plan kitchen and dining area. Then, of course, they replaced the cold and segmented old windows with contemporary glazing to fill the home with light and greatly improve its thermal performance. Refreshing material and colour palettes has also greatly improved the flow between inside and out. Spotted-gum floorboards and joinery now complement the stonework, and the updated doors, lights and key pieces of furniture all meet the area’s bushfire-risk regulations. Danny and Richard’s trust in the design process has been amply rewarded since the renovation – and they’ve added to their nightly routine. “We still sit on the balcony, but these days also walk the perimeter of the property,” says Danny. “It’s a beautiful way to admire the view as well as the architecture, and fall in love with our home all over again.” Northern Edge Studio, Glen Osmond, SA: northernedgestudio.com.au

OPPOSITE PAGE (IN CABINET): ASYMMETRY VESSELS, KERRYN LEVY CERAMICS. SPECKLED CLAY VASE, ASSER & CO. LARGE WHITE PAPAYA BRUNO CERAMIC VASE, ECCOLA. CERAMIC BOWL (ON TABLE), CONNIE AUGOUSTINOS

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DINING/LIVING (this page and opposite top) Structurally, little has changed in the heart of the home aside from a palette refresh, with new paint (Dulux Natural White), spotted-gum floorboards (from Quick-Step), timber and powdercoated-steel joinery and furniture to enhance the original stonework. Tuki American walnut dining table and chairs, and occasional chair, Tide Design. Arthur G ‘Conrad’ sofa, Transforma. Armadillo & Co ‘Atlas’ rug, Terrace Floors + Furnishings. Canvas+Sasson velvet cushion, Homebasics & Design. Flocca linen cushion, Hale Mercantile Co. Woollen throw, Villa Hampton. Artworks (the three on wall) by Sidney Nolan. STUDY NOOK (opposite bottom) “The study used to feel dark and disconnected, but this new space off the living area is a pleasure to work in,” says Richard. Joinery, American walnut veneer. Shelf lining, Echopanel Frequency 577, Woven Image. Dowel Jones ‘Hurdle’ chair, 1000 Chairs. .

“We had an engineered-oak floor

before but these new spotted-gum boards are a better match for the windows and furniture” DANNY GALLANT, HOMEOWNER

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before& after SPECIAL

MAKEOVER MATERIALS 1 Previously, the house was clad in Mini Orb corrugated sections with small, segmented timber windows. 2 Some of the stone from the old garage (shown) was used for the new carport. 3 Aside from their lack of warmth, the proportions and placement of the 1960s and later 1980s windows didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do the house justice.

1 Entry 2 Kitchen 3 Dining 4 Living 5 Study nook 6 Laundry 7 Mud room

8 Bathroom 9 Bedroom 10 Walk-in-robe 11 Main bedroom 12 Rear courtyard 13 Outdoor entertaining

bright idea

Double rollers would work perfectly in the kitchen area, says Matthew Walsh, general manager of Blinds Online. “Our double rollers are made up of pre-selected combos featuring stylish blockout roller fabrics accompanied by sheer sunscreens, all using one easy mechanism.” One blocks the sun, the other the glare; both can be cleaned with a damp cloth.

“All we did in the kitchen was

update the windows, splashback and lighting, which gave it a more contemporary aesthetic” DANNY

KITCHEN (this page and opposite left) Replacing the windows without ripping out the entire kitchen posed a challenge, which was met with an additional wall frame and new splashback in Spanish subway tiles from Adelaide Marble Specialists. The double-glazed windows are an energy-efficient, argon-gas-filled commerical style with internal blinds by Mardaw Interiors. Muuto ‘Ambit Rail’ pendant light in Black, Surrounding. HK Living serving platter and bread boards, Asser & Co. OUTSIDE AREA (opposite right) The crazy paving surrounding the home is Glen Osmond bluestone and the awning is by Australian Outdoor Living.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Ambit Rail lamp in Black, $1520, Living Edge. Menu Norm floor mirror, $1095, Arrival Hall. Tuki dining table, from $2810, Tide Design. Atlas rug in Natural, from $990, Armadillo & Co. Steel roofing in Monument, POA, Colorbond. Brixton armchair, from $2430, Tide Design. Asymmetry sculptural vessels by Kerryn Levy, $980 for pair, Curatorial+Co. Sweetie bowls by Connie Augoustinos, $42 each, Jam Factory. Alpine Mist laminate, $83.49 per sq m, Laminex.

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LESSONS LEARNT “Find an architect you respect, develop an honest working relationship and then let them push you to consider new ideas” RICHARD ROHRSHEIM, HOMEOWNER

“We thought we knew exactly what we wanted but hadn’t ever considered losing a bedroom. Paul and Bek’s genuine enthusiasm for the house inspired us. We trusted their vision to redistribute space and the results are fantastic. Now we enjoy every square metre of our home.”.

PATIO Landscape company Catnik Design Studio was brought in to work more native plants into the terraced garden, to bring in more varied textures and ensure bushfire compliance. MAIN BEDROOM (opposite) A window and seat have opened up the view, and the new wall lined with Scyon Axon cladding in Dulux Sapphire Stone. Rupert bedhead, Heatherly Design. Her Shed bed linen, Terrace Floors + Furnishings. Navy quilt and pillows, Villa Hampton. Hale Mercantile Co throw, Eccola. Custom walnut side table. Serge Mouille light (on sandstone wall). Menu Norm mirror, Arrival Hall. Pendant light (in robe), Fenton & Fenton.

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in the

house Danish art director Katharina Beckmann has a can-do attitude to colour and design so tried out lots of ideas on her fifth-floor loft, which is variously a place to unwind or a banging party venue

WORDS CHRISTINA B KJELDSEN & DEBORAH GRANT PHOTOGRAPHY CHRISTINA KAYSER O STYLIST RIKKE GRAFF JUEL

CHEAT SHEET Who lives here Katharina Beckmann, a young art director at a media, marketing and advertising company, and her boyfriend Simon. Style of home A converted roof space at the top of a five-storey building in Copenhagen. Katharina removed some walls in the entry and kitchen areas, and added extra windows and skylights.

LIVING (this page and opposite) DIY queen Katharina rendered the feature walls of her loft in a plaster product called Kabe (Lava), which sets off the pastel pieces of furniture. She also loves to knit and always has a wool basket handy. Sofa, Formel A. Lounge chair and coffee table, &Tradition. Cushions, Hay and Christina Lundsteen. Wall lamp, Le Klint.

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atharina Beckmann grew up with a father who owns

a paint store so she is not afraid of colour – or hard work. The advertising art director’s confidence came in handy during the hot Danish summer of 2019 as she was renovating her second home, a loft apartment in Copenhagen’s Østerbro district. “When I bought the apartment it was pretty boring – all white walls with an institution-like kitchen and cat hair everywhere,” says Katharina. “But it was within my price range and I always put on my ‘transformation goggles’ when I see a space like that. It’s kind of a work habit I have. I knew I could make something great out of this space. The only thing I hadn’t considered was that the building didn’t have an elevator.” That hitch didn’t hold Katharina up. In an impressive solo effort, she took down a few small walls boxing in the hallway and kitchen and deftly dismantled the old kitchen, then dragged all the old stuff from the 5th floor down to the ground. In her spare time she then carried many of the new building materials home from various stores in a trolley. But while there was some help from good friends and her new boyfriend Simon, the effort of renovating and working full-time that July became too much for Katharina and she booked a vacation to New York, leaving various trades to set up the new kitchen in her absence. Two weeks later, when the couple returned from the US, the bottle-green kitchen had been installed and Katharina was more than happy with the result. Colours and textures are a constant

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source of inspiration for her. “As a child I was always in the paint shop, and I tried out every colour,” she says. “Dusty green and blue tones are my favourites, and I’m sure the matt green in the kitchen will look great for years to come.” The living space is on the lower floor of the loft and Katharina’s bedroom and bathroom are in its upper reaches. To visually connect the two levels, she rendered many of the walls in Kabe, a Danish brand of coloured wall plaster designed for DIY application. “I’ve treated several walls in different shades, and I love having that variation in the surfaces.” As well as the concrete-look plastered walls, Katharina used light timber wall panelling, lilac linoleum flooring, with rugs dotted here and there. “This space gave me the opportunity to trust my instincts and experiment with some new ideas,” she says. Behind many of the wall panels is storage, built into the bottom of the slope, which puts most of the furniture in the middle of the space. Katharina’s soft-pink velvet sofa, purchased from Formel A, is the centrepiece, paired with a coffee table and armchair by &Tradition. All around are beautiful ceramics and green plants of all shapes and sizes. “They kind of calm me down, and I love that the plants are natural elements that live their own lives with their own shapes and colours,” she explains. Katharina says she feels very much at home in the apartment and loves entertaining when she can. “The decor is quite personal but it works. It’s great when I’m relaxing with Netflix on the sofa and when it’s ‘dressed up’ for partying on a Friday night!”

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KITCHEN (both pages) A new skylight has made a big difference to the light level in here. The cabinetry is by Aubo and the grey tiles making up the splashback were left over from Katharinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s previous apartment. Forbo Marmoleum Walton flooring in #3363 Soft Lilac. Dark bowl, from a flea market. White bowl, Stilleben.

DINING (both pages) The stairs are on one side of the eating area. Under them is a Muuto bookcase, Ro toolbox and vintage PH copper light. The dining table and chairs are Fritz Hansen. Rectangular pendant, Anour. Rug, Bolia.

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“With sloping walls, it made sense to put the furniture in the middle” KATHARINA BECKMANN, HOMEOWNER

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“I made the dormer into a reading area. When the window is open it’s like a balcony” KATHARINA

before& after SPECIAL

MADE TO GREY 1 The first stage of the renovation was opening up the kitchen and replacing all the cabinetry, which Katharina bought as components from Aubo. 2 The Kabe wall finish is easy to apply, so she and a few friends did the job themselves. 3 Last on the list was prepping the bedroom floor for the new linoleum, which is Marmoleum Walton.

MAIN FLOOR

3 4

BEDROOM

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1 Entry 2 Fire escape 3 Bathroom 4 Kitchen 5 Living space 6 Dining area 7 Reading nook 8 Bedroom

BATHROOM Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s near the kitchen, so Katharina used the same cabinetry, with wood panelling overhead to warm things up. Mirror, Gubi. Shelves, Menu. Pink vase, Stilleben. READING CORNER (opposite) In front of the deep-set window is a chair by Hans J Wegner. Side table, Gubi. Vintage Kaiser Idell lamp. String shelf, available through Arrival Hall.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Fritz Hansen ‘Series 7’ chair, $860, Cult. Raw Earth large hanging planter in Chalk White, $159, Angus & Celeste. Laminate surface in Fresh Spring, $81.07 per sq m, Laminex. Fresco interior paint in Shell Grey, $154 per 4L, Porter’s Paints. Carl Hansen ‘CH25’ easy chair, $6300, Cult. Harper velvet sofa in Blush, $1699, Life Interiors. Grace round velvet cushion in Forest Green, $29.95, Pillow Talk. Savana vintage washed cushion, $59.99, Adairs. Ferm Living plant box in Dark Green $149, Designstuff. Fiddle-leaf fig faux tree, $80.95, Freedom. Mantis floor lamp, $2060, Spence & Lyda. Urna vase in Pink, $395, Marimekko. Minty tartan throw, $269, Kip & Co. Sax wall light, from $1800, Great Dane. 72 | INSIDE OUT

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BEDROOM (both pages) Though the space is tiny, Katharina’s layout is clever, especially the way her clothes rack and dresser are partially concealed by a wall. Layering with plants has brought nature up here too. Bedding, H&M Home. Plant box, Ferm Living. Black table, Skagerak.

LESSONS LEARNT “TRY TO USE ALL THE AVAILABLE SPACE” KATHARINA BECKMANN, HOMEOWNER

“I hate it when space isn’t used. No corner was forgotten here, especially in the lower parts of the sloping roof, where I installed a lot of cabinetry. Even while I was renovating I was playing around with the decor and planning how to get the most out of the apartment. And even though the space isn’t large, it’s open so it can handle a lot more furniture than I initially thought.”

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RENOVATE

walk the line

This renovation strikes a perfect balance between past and present

An Edwardian home in Melbourne has been given a contemporary facelift that celebrates both old and new aspects of the house, and the updated hallway is the best example of that. The archways are a nod to the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heritage and complement the ornate walkway, while the sleek aluminium door frames look modern and elegant. Turn the page to see more.

WORDS LAURA BARRY PHOTOGRAPHY EVE WILSON

entry

The approach to the home is defined by white arches and black metal-framed glass, with the front door opening under a whimsical Big Bang pendant lamp by Foscarini, available through Space. On the wall is a Porterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Paints shade of eggshell acrylic called Plaster of Paris. Underfoot are the original baltic pine floorboards, stripped back and stained. New York console, MCM House. Sculpture (on table) by Shona Nunan.

DREAM IT. DESIGN IT. DO IT.

special blend A joint effort between the stylist owner and architect of this Melbourne home has produced a spectacular meeting of styles 120 years apart WORDS JESSICA BELLEF PHOTOGRAPHY EVE WILSON

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cheat sheet Who lives here Emmy Clark, interior stylist at Studio ECH (studioech.com.au; @studioech); her husband Jules; and their children: Edward, seven, Hugo, five, and Claudia, three. Style of home An Edwardian-era home that was given a contemporary, family-friendly update that highlights its heritage features. The couple met with architect Lachlan Troup in February 2018. Work started in April 2018 and was completed in nine months.

sitting area

“This is where we congregate when we have people over,” says Emmy. “It’s next to the kitchen and like a room within a room. The window seat faces west so it’s the sunniest spot in the house. We made it so long that it can take a couple of us stretching out completely.” B&B Italia ‘Husk’ chairs, Space. Contour Wings armchair (not shown), Zuster. Coffee table, Hub Furniture. Cushions, Country Road and Bed, Bath N’ Table.

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omeowner and interior stylist Emmy Clark

knows a thing or two about balance. So it’s not surprising that the east Melbourne house she shares with her husband Jules and their three children is a perfect blend of the past and present. Emmy’s innate sense of composition and colour, along with the precise work of architect Lachlan Troup of Solomon Troup, has transformed the Edwardian gem. Its period features are now complemented by contemporary fittings and a palette of white, cool greys and sharp black details. “It wasn’t about clashing old and new together,” she says. “It was about bonding them, allowing their own elements and personality to be seen.” At their first viewing, Emmy and Jules had to look past a few things, especially the dated decor and choppy layout of the living space. “I wouldn’t say it was love at first sight, but we were

excited by the house’s ability to be completely transformed into something we loved without major structural changes.” Some of its redeeming qualities were the generous proportions and original details, such as the ornate archways and delicate ceiling roses – together, they were a definite drawcard.

DREAM IT

“The layout of the home had to suit us as a family with young children and still be totally relevant as we grow into a family with older kids, especially when they start to crave their own space,” says Emmy. “In essence, we didn’t want to compromise on style or design because we have small children. We wanted our home to be aesthetically beautiful, but not a museum or anything too formal.” The couple asked Lachlan to help reconfigure the indoor and outdoor living spaces at the back of the home, and update the main bedroom’s ensuite and walk-in robe. Emmy knew that, with a tweak of the layout, the right paint colours and some updated fittings and flooring, the home could be transformed in a way that paid homage to the classic details.

“Our architect suggested changing the flooring and lowering the ceiling in the carpeted area where the fireplace is, which has made it much more cosy” EMMY CLARK, OWNER/INTERIOR STYLIST

DESIGN IT

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Emmy’s collection of interior-design books and Pinterest boards hint at her preferred aesthetic of contrasting elements combined in unexpected ways, a look she was keen to work into her home. “I wanted it to be elegant and refined, with contemporary touches,” she explains, citing countless ideas on how that could be achieved. “For example, every room had beautiful ceiling roses but no pendants and I knew that if I chose modern pendants which were sympathetic to the traditional detail, they would work.” The stylist wasn’t short on references and ideas when it came time to brief architect Lachlan either. “Poor Lachy,” she laughs. “He received a whole lot of things from us that included visuals and a detailed brief outlining what we were hoping to achieve.” Fortunately, that approach was warmly welcomed. “Emmy and Jules knew the framework of what they wanted, but were willing to allow me to input ideas and guide them through the process, which was very beneficial to the project overall,” Lachlan explains. “It’s the best type of architect/client relationship you could hope for.”

+ Enhanced original features “I absolutely fell in love with the details and really wanted to draw them out in a fresh way,” says Emmy. + Better flow “This was most obviously needed in the living space and main bedroom.” + Separate zones “I wanted to be able to close a door on the kids’ mess, so Lachlan helped us partition the layout so that children and adults could have their own spaces.”

living area

“The crepe myrtle tree outside acts as a passive shading device,” says Lachlan. Built into the space is storage in Mineral while the walls are Half Strength Grey Pepper, both Porter’s Paints colours. The top is New Grey Tundra stone from Signorino. Table, Fenton & Fenton. Artwork by Freddie Timms. Pebble Grid wool-blend carpet, Godfrey Hirst.

formal dining

In this room (right) the walls are painted Mineral to set off the artwork by Marie Hagerty. The round Woodrow marble table from Fenton & Fenton catches the light during the day. Jewel console, Zuster.

the moodboard

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Genero Zenith flooring in Odell Oak, $44.99 per sq m, Choices Flooring. Foscarini ‘Big Bang’ suspension lamp in White, $1895, Space. Veri curved fabric shades in White (490cm x 240cm), $2742, Wynstan. B&B Italia ‘Husk Swivel’ armchair with snug sides in Ice Fabric, $6650, Space. Natural stone surface in New Grey Tundra, POA, Signorino. Capsule Collection wall paint in Mineral, $57 per 1L, Porter’s Paints. INSIDE OUT | 79

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DO IT

kitchen

The kitchen had been renovated by the previous owner but required a facelift to bring it into line with the new look. Emmy designed the updates, which included respraying the existing cabinets Dulux Natural White, laying New Grey Tundra stone over the benches and splashback, and changing the handles. Kartell ‘Victoria Ghost’ chairs, Space. French Oak flooring in Calais from Porter’s Paints.

“There weren’t many hiccups during the renovation, mainly because we chose not to make major structural changes,” says Emmy, who also acted as project manager. When the large L-shape living space at the back of the home was squared out, the issue was how to delineate smaller areas within it. In one of them, the space around the fireplace, carpet and a dropped ceiling height helped to make it feel more contained. Next up was the original main ensuite – which had to be stripped back to its bones – the only area where the original features couldn’t be salvaged. Emmy, a stickler for detail, found the perfect match for the architraves and skirting. “I searched through a heap of moulding suppliers to find the best ones possible,” she says. “You can’t tell they’re new!” Another clever move was incorporating arched doorways. “They’re such an important original element of the house, so we kept that language going in this area for consistency,” says Lachlan. The home is now a balanced study of function and style, most evident in the updated hallway, where the sleek black aluminium door frames in the walkway allow for the kids’ bedrooms and playroom to be closed off from the living spaces and main bedroom. “Of course, we all spend time together, but it’s nice for the adults to have their own space,” says Emmy. “Our home works seamlessly for us now, and it will in the future, too.” Solomon Troup Architects, Brunswick, Victoria; solomontroup.com.au

“I love this stone – the New Grey Tundra – so I’ve used it throughout the house” EMMY CLARK, HOMEOWNER

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front room

“We call this ‘the parents’ room’,” says Emmy. “Early on in our research for the bookcase, we found one that [British interior designer] Ilse Crawford had built into one of her designs and had to have it. It’s like a piece of art in itself.” Barcelona coffee table, bought at auction. Chairs, rug and pendant light, bought years ago. Like other rooms, the floorboards are the original baltic pine, stripped and stained.

lessons learnt “We lived in the house for the last four months of the renovation” EMMY CLARK, OWNER/INTERIOR STYLIST

“We were lucky enough to be able to section off parts of the house so it was manageable, but I won’t pretend it was easy or fun. It’s very stressful to live in a renovation project with three kids under five!”

ensuite

More New Grey Tundra stone lines the bench in here, one of Emmy’s favourite rooms. The cabinetry is lined with Evenex in Aspen Elm from Elton Group. Tapware, Astra Walker. Wall Step light, Volker Haug. Radiant towel rail, Camberwell Bathrooms.

main bedroom

“The rooms in this house are all generous in size,” says Emmy. “There aren’t any dicky spaces anywhere, which we were finding in newer homes.” In this beautiful space, the Mod bed is from West Elm (US). Abbey embroidered white bedding, Mercer + Reid. Artwork by Barbara Weir.

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1 Entry 2 Main bedroom 3 Walk-in robe 4 Main ensuite 5 Front room 6 Bedroom 7 Bedroom 8 Rumpus room

9 Bathroom 10 Formal dining 11 Eat-in kitchen 12 Sitting area 13 Living area 14 Laundry 15 Terrace 16 Swimming pool

the best bits + Main ensuite “It completely delivers in terms of storage and functionality without compromising on aesthetics at all. It’s my elegant and refined sanctuary,” says Emmy. + Flexible layout “We love how the hallway doors allow us to close off different sections of the house.” + Window seat “Everyone gravitates to the big window and the light in this space near the kitchen. It feels like a room within a bigger space.” + The process “We wanted to work with someone who would really listen to our ideas but take things to the next level, which is exactly what Lachlan, our architect, did.”

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MOD SQUAD

right angles With roots in modernism, kit-home designs make use of slightly sloped roofs and large windows.

materials matter Kit homes strive to use healthy build materials that are sourced sustainably.

WORDS LYNNE TESTONI

PHOTOGRAPHY: DEREK SWALWELL

The latest prefabricated and kit homes have emerged as eco-friendly, architecturally designed living spaces. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to the new home delivery

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erhaps it’s time to think differently about the way we

build our homes. With consumers expecting instant gratiﬁcation, combined with emerging advances in building processes, it seems only sensible to see if we can be more efficient with house construction. Beyond the standard building processes, there are more options open now for home builders. The main two are kit homes, which generally have pre-cut/prefabricated materials supplied and are built onsite; or modular/prefab homes, which are completely built in a factory and then delivered to site. According to architect Bill McCorkell, the director of Archiblox, a design and building company specialising in prefab houses including the one below, there are ways to be faster, better and more eco-friendly with architecturally designed modular homes.“We have a society that’s becoming more and more about click and purchase or click and receive,” he says. “We are much more needy in terms of speed of delivery, and aware that things can be done quicker and cleaner and smarter.” Archiblox’s modular homes are all built in a separate facility, allowing the company to control the construction from drawing board to factory. Bill says that the main appeal for customers is

the speed in which the build happens. “The acceleration that we can get in the building’s program is quite unique when we are creating a substantial, architecturally sustainable space,” he says. “We can build it up from the facility to site very quickly. It’s not always quick onsite, because then we get hit by the traditional hurdles of a bespoke build. The more work we can do in the facility and offsite, the less time we need to be onsite.” There are also good environmental reasons to choose this type of construction. “The opportunity of working within a facility gives us the option of controlling the workmanship that goes into the building and making it really airtight,” says Bill. “We believe that if you can create very thermally efficient houses, through the way that the ‘wrap’ occurs and the feeling of the space, you can really control the environment internally. In addition, at Archiblox we’re big fans of using environmentally sourced materials and having an understanding of where the materials are manufactured and what is placed in our end product, because a building is not only what you see in the end result, it’s actually all the components in the lead-up.” Ramon Pleysier of Pleysier Perkins calls the process his design ﬁrm uses “factory-built architecture”. Working with building

hard core Steel is an essential construction material for the structure of most prefab buildings.

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Ecokit is another company that works in this space, supplying house kits to new homeowners, who then work with builders to construct their new home onsite. The director, Camilla Novotna, was inspired by her own search for a company to build her a house. She only wanted to use healthy building materials and couldn’t find the right kit home for her needs. Camilla offers customers different construction options as part of their purchase. “They can hire our builders, or they can hire their own builders,” she explains, adding that an experienced DIYer can even construct their kit home themselves: “It’s really simple to put together – like an oversized Ikea kit.” Ecokit has various kits to choose from, based on a modular system. “They start from 40 square metres, which is the smallest studio we do,” says Camilla. “We can design whatever you need, up to four bedrooms, combining the modules to get whatever you want.” And there’s no rush to lock in the number of bedrooms because you can add modules as your family grows. While relatively new to the market, Ecokit has already completed six projects and is working on a resort of 20-plus units. Camilla feels that consumers are ready for change, especially when it comes to sustainable building practices. She says home building is part of a larger cycle that should include renewable and recyclable materials. “We should be looking more closely at how we’re affecting the environment when building our homes. It’s not just the process of building that’s important – it’s the whole life cycle of the house.”

PHOTOGRAPHY (FROM LEFT TO RIGHT, TOP TO BOTTOM): TOM ROSS, URBAN ANGLES, DEREK SWALWELL, ARCHIBLOX

company Prebuilt, Ramon and his business partner Simon Perkins design houses that are constructed offsite, many destined for bush or beach locations where good local trades are hard to find. “If you’re building in the country, it can be a pain in the neck to assemble a good crew you can trust,” he says. “Whereas when you’re building offsite, you’ve got synergy with the same build crew coming through.” The construction process of Ramon and Simon’s homes is not that different to traditional building methods, says Ramon, just truncated because the builder isn’t reliant on the weather or obliged to complete their projects in the standard order. For instance, a kitchen can be installed before the roof when it’s being constructed in a factory. “When you see one of our houses being built, it’s very sensible,” adds Ramon. “The only real difference is that there’s more steel – the bases are steel, and there’s more steel in the fabric of the building. But beyond that, it’s pretty much business as usual. And that’s how it has to be, because otherwise you’re getting special trades in to do all sorts of things and the cost just becomes silly.” The key to their ongoing success, says Ramon, is the relationship he has developed with Prebuilt. “I haven’t come across a similar sort of working relationship,” he explains. “I think people get a lot of comfort from the fact that they can have a look at Prebuilt’s website, or our website, and can see that we have both been around for some time. I think that actually gives them and us even greater credibility.”

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OPPOSITE LEFT Cantilevered over a sloping site, this home by Archiblox is built according to sustainable principles and initiatives with eco-friendly materials such as FSC Certified timber, argon-filled double-glazed windows, low-VOC paints and natural oil products. CENTRE A modern take on the Australian beach house, this modular design by Prebuilt is prefab but its owners still had a lot of scope to tailor. ABOVE As theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re often clad in wood, prefab homes look great in natural or even native landscapes, such as this pool area looking back towards the property featured on pages 84 and 85. BELOW Another Archiblox project with an enhanced indoor-outdoor flow.

PREFABULOUS FIVE Archiblox Archiblox designs sustainable homes that are eco-friendly and beautiful. Archiblox.com.au Ecokit Ecokit specialises in energy-efficient homes made only from natural and eco-friendly, low-VOC materials. ecokit.com.au Modscape Modscape build modular homes with minimal environmental impact but maximum energy efficiency. modscape.com.au; (03) 9316 6000 Pleysier Perkins Architects Working exclusively for Prebuilt residential projects, they specialise in simple yet elegant homes. pleysierperkins.com.au; (03) 9533 6766 Prebuilt Economical and design-led prefab homes by Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prebuilt have a fixed price and completion date. prebuilt.com.au; 1300 734 544

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LOOKING TO THE FUTURE Design visionary Hannah Tribe of Sydney’s Tribe Studio does some preliminary drawings for a residential project.

The Block: Glasshouse co-winner and interior architect Shannon Vos. voscreative. com.au

Like everything else this year, the design world changed fast, and we all raced to adapt. From the massive uptake in virtual consultations to people happily ordering furniture with long lead times without blinking an eye (we certainly had the time to wait), the interior design landscape became a much-altered state. Here’s how you can tap into some of the changes...

he world we live in now is a vastly different place

to what it was a mere six months ago. We are cautious about what we do and whom we see, but we are also a bit more focused on what really matters. A healthy home life and good work/life balance seem to top the list for most of us. During that extended period indoors, you probably started to notice in more detail the things that bug you the most: wine glasses that weren’t quite full enough, nagging kids and, you guessed it, the way your home looks and performs. Many of us picked up on annoyances relating to our living rooms, kitchens and bedrooms, from dodgy ﬂoor plans to bad lighting to the kids still living at home. It’s high time we addressed those issues and changed things for the better, ’cause this braver new world has some exciting and previously unimagined opportunities.

PHOTOGRAPHY: MAREE HOMER, NIC GOSSAGE (MOODBOARD)

(new) way to go

you, the designer

The way interior designers work has been flipped on its head

What we have all been through has changed the way we do business. Firstly, as a homeowner or client, you have more power. There are now so many choices – all at the touch of a button – and things for the home are easier to buy. The world is not as big as it was 10, five, even two years ago, and the smarter companies know this. They are selling direct to the consumer and removing the need for a ‘bricks and mortar’ presence – at prices designers like me get all uppity about. Yes, you pay pretty much what we pay these days, and all it usually takes is an ABN and a decent grasp of Google. Design services are getting cheaper as systems are streamlined and databases move online, so hiring an interior designer is no longer a luxury only the wealthy can afford. On top of this, it’s becoming easier to bypass the designer altogether and get your favourite furniture straight from the source.

the first rule of design club

The way in which interior designers work has also been flipped on its head. Fading are the days of working closely, hand in hand with clients (sanitiser saw that one out), and online is now the bread and butter of our trade. With a decent understanding of Photoshop, we can create looks for your home, specify furniture, decor and lighting from the comfort of our (insert cushy office location here). Though nothing beats an in-home service, mock-ups, plans and sketches can all be submitted remotely and to a high standard. Skype, FaceTime and Zoom (although awkward at first) are great ways to kick off a design conversation. While such a chat may cost you upfront, it’s always good to talk to an industry professional before committing to any sort of project. Designers should be set up for online work (as our kids now are) and have a great range of tools to help them through this new way of operating. Just about all design can be done online these days, with tools such as SketchUp, Ivy, AutoCAD, Morpholio and Homestyler to help create and manage the designer’s workload. As new products emerge, a lot of these systems are (and need to be) constantly updated, making the whole distance-working process that much simpler.

get ready

If you’re still spending a lot of time at home and levels of craziness have set in, it’s even more important to prep for the future. Without ordering half the nation’s supply of toilet paper, take stock of your home’s current state and start a wish list of things you may want tackled by the time summer rolls in. It might be a case of a new paint job, a better sofa or even a revamp of the kitchen splashback. Make a list and start to tick off the smaller, more manageable jobs. This is a perfect time to hire a trade as many of them may still be short on work (you might even negotiate a slightly cheaper rate), and furniture and decor suppliers and retailers are under plenty of pressure to sell, which means better prices for you. As we start to breathe easier again and take stock of what we are thankful for, let’s look at how to make our homes more efficient, better prepared for an uncertain future and just generally nicer places in which to live and work. INSIDE OUT | 89

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IN DETAIL

switched on

An unusual shade on the pendant lights was the starting point for this Sydney kitchen, closely followed by the cabinetry colour

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WORDS DAN F STAPLETON PHOTOGRAPHY FIONA GALBRAITH

olour was key in this kitchen overhaul, which

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formed part of a whole-house refurbishment for a family of five living in the Sydney suburb of Balmain. “The owner, Arabella, is a portrait photographer and her work is full of strong colours. I knew colour would figure in this project, too,” says the designer, Altus Design Studio founder Josie Simpson. When Arabella began showing Josie images of other houses she liked, a common denominator soon became apparent: the use of blue. The other main consideration was Arabella’s extended family. “She’s one of five children, and her relatives all live nearby,” Josie explains. “So, part of our motivation was to create a welcoming space for their large family gatherings.”

first steps “The first things we decided on were the pendant lights above the dining table,” says Josie. “That was the pivotal decision that really drove the rest of the design.” Next, Josie took the somewhat unorthodox step of installing the lights before the space was painted. “With the light fittings on site, we were able to cycle through paint swatches for the cabinets,” she explains, adding: “I didn’t want the blue to match the light fittings – I wanted it to complement them.” To add more variation, Josie and Arabella chose two white tones to go with the rest of the room.

furniture options While the dining table was decided on very quickly, Josie and her clients spent a considerable amount of time considering options for the chairs. “The owners have young kids, so they didn’t want to go down the path of upholstered chairs, or leather,” says Josie. “Sometimes in the Sydney summer, you get up from a chair and almost slide out of it because you’re so sweaty.” They settled on classic cane chairs based on a 1920s Austrian design. “The husband had grown up with that sort of chair in his grandmother’s house, so there was a sentimental aspect.”

the result Arabella and her husband chose a 6mm matt porcelain benchtop after Josie pointed out the practical advantages. “Porcelain is the most forgiving surface you can possibly ﬁnd,” she points out. “You don’t have to worry if you spill something like red wine or lemon juice on it.” Above the benchtop, a super-thin pendant light in solid brass illuminates the island without competing with the lighting in the dining area. “The clients did question that pendant. They said, ‘That’s a lot of money for a very simple light.’ But in the end, I convinced them to trust me – and now they love it.” Discover more projects at altusdesignstudio.com.au

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT Miele ArtLine Compact Combi-Steam 45cm oven, $9199, Winning Appliances. Marmi Michelangelo matt pressed porcelain, $1210 per 3m x 1.5m x 6mm sheet, Artedomus. Freado Eterno Piccolo floorboards, $123 per sq m, Tongue N Groove. Dulux Wash&Wear paint in Apollo Bay, $104 per 4L, Bunnings. Crop bar stool, $544.50, Relm. OPPOSITE Light wood tones cluster in the dining zone. Jutland oak dining table, Huset. No.811 Hoffmann chairs, Thonet. Sadly, the Bezel pendants by Nightworks Studio are discontinued.

A Highline pendant by Rakumba hangs above a perfectly paired brushed-brass tap by Brodware.

space saver Interior designer Jacinta Woods wanted to save valuable ﬂoor space in her Sydney home by building the laundry into the hallway, and she has done so with artistic ﬂair. This divine space-saving wash room (above) features an eye-catching colour palette and textural patterns – proof that small rooms can be big on style. “I wanted each space to be bespoke and unfold like a unique canvas,” Jacinta says. Going bold with colour in a small room is an opportunity to add personality to your home and make a feature out of what is a very functional space. In Jacinta’s laundry, matt-black tapware, sink and drawer pulls were an edgy and contemporary design choice, while the blue joinery conceals all manner of laundry essentials and appliances. The small sink makes the limited bench space user-friendly and practical, and open shelving is the perfect place for storing frequently used products within arm’s reach. What more could you want out of a laundry?

“A washer/dryer is great for singles or a couple living in an apartment. It’s a set-and-forget system that will wash and dry your clothes but can only take small loads of washing” GARY BROWN, HARVEY NORMAN

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT Haddon matt medium square tiles in White, $5 per sheet, Tile Cloud. Samsung 8.5kg/6kg front-load washer/dryer combo, $1199, Harvey Norman. Interior Expressions low-sheen acrylic paint in Blue Sapphire, $92 per 4L, Haymes Paint. Anodised S225BK pull handle in Matt Black, $10.56, Kethy.

WORDS LAURA BARRY PRODUCT SOURCING NATALIE JOHNSON

PHOTOGRAPHY: SIMON WHITBREAD (ABOVE), ARMELLE HABIB (OPPOSITE). STYLING: HEATHER NETTE KING (OPPOSITE). *CURRENCY CONVERSION CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINTING

dream clean

Laundry looking a little lacklustre? Get excited about the place you wash your clothes in with the inspiring new designs and small-space solutions we’ve laid out for you. Too easy!

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great connection Homeowners Adam and Shaila employed the creative services of Nick Travers, co-director of Melbourne’s Technē Architecture + Interior Design, to help them renovate their home and build this laundry. The result is a glorious space with a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. They’ve paired a high ceiling with a full-length glass door, which makes it feel open and spacious while filling the room with natural light. Overhead cabinetry has been extended to the ceiling to maximise every storage opportunity, and the pared-back style is complemented by a neutral colour palette and soft timber joinery. Sustainable concrete-look pressed-porcelain Maximum panels feature on the benchtops, and their UV stability means they won’t discolour and can even be used externally. The raw yet sophisticated look of the space is finished with bright white walls painted Dulux Lexicon Quarter. FROM TOP Miele WCR 890 WPS 9kg front-load washing machine, $3999, Harvey Norman. Besta box in Grey, $20, Ikea. Elegante Terrazzo honed tile in Smoke, $139.95 each, National Tiles. The Laundress signature detergent, $39.95 per 1L, Saison. Dorrigo Matt subway tile in White, $43 per sq m, Tile Cloud. Iris Hantverk dustpan & brush set in Black, $59, Arrival Hall. Cotton bath mat in Nero, about $90*, Nodi Natural Handmade Rugs.

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little luxury

“The laundry is no longer a hidden room with the door left closed. These days, it’s considered an extension of the kitchen or bathroom. So why shouldn’t it have a stone benchtop, detailed joinery or a stunning splashback?” ALEXANDRA KIDD, INTERIOR DESIGNER

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT Calacatta Oro natural stone marble, from $1500 per sq m, CDK Stone. Manhattan stainlesssteel handle, from $13.70, Castella. AddWash 8.5kg/6kg washer/dryer combo, from $1349, Samsung. Fima Mast gooseneck kitchen mixer with pull-out spray, $559, Bathe. Dulux Wash&Wear paint in Natural White, $77.90 per 4L, Bunnings.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: PABLO VEIGA (ABOVE), MAREE HOMER (OPPOSITE). STYLING: KERRIE-ANN JONES (OPPOSITE). *CURRENCY CONVERSION CORRECT AT TIME OF PRINTING

Is there anything more classic than an all-white space? We think not, and it appears that Sydney interior designer Alexandra Kidd agrees. To keep this little laundry feeling large, Alexandra has chosen a timeless combination of white cabinetry with a marble benchtop and splashback, chrome ﬁxtures and timber shelving. The result is undeniably high-end. Using marble for both the narrow benchtop and splashback ensures a visually seamless ﬁnish, while the timber shelving adds much-needed texture and contrast to the whitewashed colour palette. A splash of white paint on the walls complements the marble, and two simple overhead shelves with a hanging area underneath increases the storage capacity, making clever use of all the available space.

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hygge time

Olli Ella lifestyle brand co-founder Chloe Brookman and her husband Charlie wanted their home to channel hygge, the Danish approach to lifestyle that focuses on comfort and cosiness above all else. This philosophy was extended to include their laundry. Bathed in light and packed with personality, the generous space features floor-to ceiling open shelving and plywood joinery with cut-out handles, a streamlined alternative to traditional pulls. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ample room for Chloe to showcase some of her treasured homewares in slots that can become extra storage space if required. A floor rug ensures the laundry feels cosy, and the perfectly simple Freedom pendant light near the window adds textural interest to the otherwise neutral colour palette.

OPPOSITE PAGE, FROM TOP Natural rattan cane pendant light in Siena, $145 for the 45cm size, Ivory & Deene. Misma Anaru handmade soap dish, about $57*; and Sweet Almond & French Clay soap, about $25*, both from Sphaera Soap. Avignon pots, from $35 each, Garden Life. Hisense 8kg front-loading washing machine, $499, Harvey Norman. Azalea medium baskets in Natural, $59.95 each, Freedom.

country chic

FROM TOP Bocal glass jar with lid, $6.95, Provincial Home Living. Dulux Wash&Wear paint in Chanson, $91.55 per 4L, Bunnings. Twix finger mosaic tiles in Matt White, $89 per sq m, Teranova. 1901 Farmhouse Fireclay sink in White, $1150, Heritage Building. WH1260P1 12kg front-load washing machine, $1899, Fisher & Paykel. DH9060P1 9kg heat pump dryer, $2249, Fisher & Paykel.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: TOM FERGUSON (ABOVE), CHRIS WARNES (OPPOSITE). STYLING: NATALIE WALTON (OPPOSITE), CLAIRE DELMAR (ABOVE)

For this beautiful country-style laundry, interior designer Melissa Koch has chosen a pale blue and white colour palette, which works particularly well with the chrome tapware and recessed panelling on the doors of the cabinetry. All the appliances have been neatly tucked under the benchtop to maximise the usable work space, and the practical yet pretty 1901 Farmhouse sink from Heritage Building Centre completes the classic look. A drying rack between the two overhead cupboards cleverly adds extra room for hanging clothes without taking up ďŹ&#x201A;oor space, and the tiled splashback softens the sleek stone benchtops by adding texture. In the corner, a Janus Face vase from Jardan is a nice decorative touch.

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easy elegance A leafy outlook, neutral colour palette and beautiful joinery make this neat holiday-home laundry a visual delight. Owners Lauren and Michael initially contemplated building a cupboard laundry that was hidden away, but after re-evaluating their needs, decided to give the laundry its own space. This design has plenty of room to move around in, and when the washing piles up it can be neatly tucked away out of sight. The custom joinery has been painted white so it blends inconspicuously with the Fisher & Paykel washer/dryer combo, while the farmhouse sink takes pride of place and makes a ﬁrm style statement. The basket from Imprint House and recycled-wood stool from Edde complete the laidback vibe.

FROM TOP Ferm Living ‘Herman’ laundry stand, $279, Designstuff. Bordeaux limestone tiles in Dark Grey Natural, $99.95 per sq m, National Tiles. WD8560F1 washer/dryer combo, $1499, Fisher & Paykel. Linen napkins in Stripe, $40 for Four, In Bed Store. Fez rectangular basket in Natural, $59.99, Adairs.

Beauty/lifestyle writer Nikki Yazxhi worked with her close friend, interior designer Nina Maya, on the renovation of Nikki’s Sydney home. Building this neat little laundry nook was just one of their clever space-saving solutions. To maximise functionality, the appliances are stacked and cupboard space is concealed under the sink. Overhead shelves stretch towards the ceiling, providing muchneeded extra storage. The all-white colour palette and chrome tapware keeps the nook looking bright and open, and a splashback of patterned tiles adds interest, making the laundry feel curated rather than cluttered. It’s a great use of space behind mostly closed doors, and a real treat to reveal.

FROM ABOVE LEFT Fisher & Paykel 10kg WashSmart front- load washing machine, $1198, Harvey Norman. Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic paint in Modesty White, $92 per 4L, Haymes Paint. Wool and cashmere wash, $25, Ms Brown. The Laundress collapsible hamper in White, $79.95, Saison.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: MAREE HOMER (THIS PAGE AND OPPOSITE). STYLING: JACKIE BROWN (THIS PAGE), STEPHANIE POWELL (OPPOSITE)

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OPPOSITE, FROM TOP Italian terrazzo tile in #82 Honed, POA, Surface Gallery. Elysian kitchen mixer in White, $229.90, ABI Interiors. Lumbersider waterborne low-sheen paint in Havoc, $116.48, Resene. Interior Expressions low-sheen acrylic interior paint in Reef Oasis, $92 per 4L, Haymes Paint. LG Styler steam clothing care system, $2999, Harvey Norman. Mini triangle gloss mosaic tile in White, $120 per sq m, Teranova.

bold choice

Although the bright blue cabinetry is the first thing your eye is drawn to in this laundry, the ingenious space-saving elements are what make it really special. Where the wall is higher, the washer and dryer have been stacked to minimise their footprint, while the cool orange drying rails act as design features leading the eye around the room. Using pattern on both the wall and floor tiles was a high-impact style choice and brings texture to the overall scheme. The roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unusual shape and bold colour give it plenty of depth, resulting in a look as fashion-forward as some of the clothes that are washed there.

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We are building our dream home and I am conscious of using environmentally friendly building products where possible. Do you have any recommendations? Hannah, via email When planning to build a sustainable home, you really can’t look past brick. The humble brick is an iconic Australian building material that has incredible eco credentials, and is also extremely cost efficient. Bricks last forever, can be reused and recycled, are energy efficient and reduce your home’s carbon footprint. Bricks also have excellent thermal mass, which has the potential to keep your home cool in summer and warm in winter, creating an inviting home for you and your family to enjoy. BRETT WARD, GENERAL MANAGER OF INTERNATIONAL MARKETING, BRICKWORKS BUILDING PRODUCTS

What are the best tips for priming my winter garden for the warmer months? Lynne, via Instagram Winter is an ideal time to move plants in the wrong spot. Water plants well before the big move, and dig up as much of the root ball as possible. It also helps to wrap the root ball in plastic or hessian to reduce further damage in transit. Keep the water up with newly transplanted plants and give them a good dose of seaweed-based plant tonic to encourage strong, healthy root growth and reduce transplant shock. When cool-season crops have finished, rip out any old plant material and prepare your vegie beds for spring planting. Dig in plenty of compost and organic matter to nourish and improve the soil, and remember to practice crop rotation. Now’s a great time to do some armchair gardening and order seeds for spring planting. You can start seeds of tomatoes, eggplant and capsicum on a warm windowsill in late winter, ready for planting when the soil warms. MELISSA KING, HORTICULTURALIST

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I’m finally ready to tackle my pantry. What are the best ways to organise and customise without blowing the budget? Lena, via Instagram Upcycling is a great way to organise your pantry on a budget. Reusing glass jars (such as those used for sauce, coffee or jam) as storage containers can provide a great solution for your dry ingredients. Sort your jars and food into categories (herbs, spices, rice and pasta etc) and then have fun organising. It’s easy to add a touch of personal flair to your pantry with the Cricut ‘Joy’ cutting machine. Stock-standard labels won’t always cover the ingredients that you personally have at home, and are often not designed to your personal taste or size needs. Customising labels with the Cricut Design Space App is simple, and you can use the Cricut Smart Label Writeable Vinyl to draw, cut and create all your labels.

During the cooler months, what are some of the best ways to keep heat in using window furnishings? Anna, via email Window coverings are extremely important when thinking about keeping heat inside your home. Many people don’t realise just how much heat can be lost through windows. The best product to keep your home warm is Wynstan’s Whisper Cellular blinds. This style provides great insulation by trapping air in its unique honeycomb structure. That little bit of insulation goes a long way, and can save you up to 32 per cent on your heating bill! They are also highly durable and come in a range of styles, so you don’t have to compromise on looks for functionality. If you are after a different look, another option is plantation shutters. Although they’re not as insulating as Whisper Cellular blinds, the solid structure of shutters provides an extra layer of insulation, while also giving you ultimate privacy and light control. Wynstan offers a variety of insulative materials, including timber, PVC and aluminium, all of which come in a range of colours. TAYLOR PRICE, BRAND MANAGER, WYNSTAN

Whisper Cellular Duo-Lite blinds in Beechwood & Honeysuckle, (180cm x 195cm), $2488 including installation, Wynstan.

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the kitchen collective arrives in Melbourne The Kitchen Collective is a new concept showroom and store that offers unique in-store makeover consultations for customers seeking premium designs and materials for their kitchen, laundry, bathroom or living-room projects. The staff will even guide you through the entire renovation process. thekitchencollective.com.au

cool stuff

let there be light Living Edge has recently expanded its lighting and accessories collection to ensure there is a unique product to suit every home and aesthetic. Pictured is the curvaceous new Tom Dixon ‘Opal’ pendant light, $650. livingedge.com.au

KITCHEN & BEDROOM NEWS

Little luxuries for your food-prep and sleep spaces

sanitiser for a good cause The Circa Home Kitchen Alchemy hand sanitiser, $24.95, isn’t just efficient and hydrating, $1 from every one sold is donated to Australia’s leading food-rescue organisation, OzHarvest, to help feed people in need and fight food waste. circahome.com.au

but ﬁrst, coﬀee Get your daily caffeine fix at home by making it yourself with the new Espressotoria Piccolo, $129, a cute capsule coffee machine by Vittoria. vittoriacoffee.com

SPACESAVING SOLUTIONS Space furniture has released the Kartell ‘Gastone Trolley’, an elegant and practical folding trolley that folds down to just 23cm depth, perfect for storing, $1540. p spacefurniture.com.au

GOLD STANDARD Wiltshire has released a beautiful rose-gold perforated bakeware collection that’ll put the rest of your dishes to shame. Designed to achieve the perfect pie crust every time with a non-stick coating, it’s a home chef’s best friend. Priced from $18 to $66 per piece. wiltshire.com.au

get cooking The new Series 9 minimal ovens from Fisher & Paykel have a large capacity, beautiful design and are self-cleaning with touchscreen guided cooking. What more could you want? 600mm Built-In Pyrolytic Oven from $3799, Harvey Norman. fisherpaykel.com

3 OF A KIND

Is there any colour combo more classic than dark blue and black? 1 KitchenAid Matte Luxe Artisan KSM160 stand mixer in Ink Blue, $949, Kitchen Warehouse. 2 Breville Luxe 2-slice toaster in Damson Blue with A Bit More function, $149, Harvey Norman. 3 Alessi Italian-designed 1.7L Plisse kettle in Black, $249.99, Living By Design.

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jungle fever Add a little spice to your interiors with the Colombo Upholstery linen cushion, $79, from the new Heartland Collection by Kip & Co. kipandco.com.au

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SIMPLE DESIGN

Designer style meets comfort thanks to the new range of sleep gear now available from Sage x Clare. The Lio linen-blend pyjamas feature the signature Tigre print with cord piping and mother of pearl buttons, $159. sageandclare.com

With clean, simple lines, minimal design and robust timber construction, the Marley bedside table, $1445 from Globe West, is a fabulous small-bedroom solution for storage and display. globewest.com.au

catch some Zs

COVER UP Landing just in time â&#x20AC;&#x201D; new winter bed accessories in serious anti-chill fabric from In Bed. Cotton flannel sheet sets, from $120, and organic corduroy cushions, from $80. inbedstore.com

Body Balance mattresses are made from memory foam that individually conforms to your body shape, no matter your sleeping position, which means a better sleep for both you and your beloved. Body Balance Lotus queen ensemble, $4199. harveynorman.com.au

SUPERSIZE ME Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing more practical than furniture that comfortably hides all your knick-knacks, clothes and accessories. We love the Flint tallboy from Totem Road, $2950. Handcrafted in ethically sourced sustainable oak, this is an elegant storage solution. totemroad.com

HAPPY HANDS One way to combat over-washed hands is with these limited-edition hand creams to super hydrate. Choose from four classic scents: Clove & Sandalwood, Coconut & Lime, Sea Salt or Posy, all $18.95 for 100ml. palmbeachcollection.com.au

THROW DOWN They really are an essential luxury. We all need one truly beautiful mohair throw to have and to hold for generations, and this Australianmade throw in soft, tonal grey from St Albans is our pick, $275. stalbans.com.au

BUYERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GUIDE

HOME HEATING From the cosiness of a wood fire to the latest energy-savvy airconditioners, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wealth of smart ways to keep warm this winter WORDS SARAH PICKETTE

nowing you have the ability to keep your home

snug and toasty is a comforting thought as winter descends. But the prospect of the hefty energy bill that will surely follow soon takes the shine off those warm and fuzzy feels. If this sounds like you, now could be the time to upgrade to a more appealing and energyefficient form of home heating. Here are your options...

With its frameless design and retractable glass door, the sleek Oblica Stuv 21 built-in wood-burning fire, from $8600 (supply only), is a thing of beauty.

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DS1900 gas fire, $14,999 (not including flue and installation), Escea.

wood fires The oldest form of heating remains the most favoured – it’s thought that more than 900,000 Australian households today choose to use firewood as their main source of heating. The Australian Home Heating Association (AHHA), the industry body representing the wood-fire sector of the heating industry, says it’s a good idea to understand how many kilowatts of heat output you’ll need from your fire – and if you have the room’s dimensions your local heating showroom can advise. A fire that’s too big and burns hot can make a room stuffy and uncomfortable, so the AHHA recommends that heaters should be sized to accommodate the average winter temperature, rather than extremes. While they look great, open fireplaces can be inefficient, with some losing up to 90 per cent of their heat up the chimney. A better alternative is a slow-combustion wood heater – it can throw out much more heat and allow greater control over fire intensity. For the best of both worlds, take a look at the hybrid styles by Cheminees Philippe, which offer the efficiency of a combustion heater but convert to an open fire when you want that look. Suspension fires and their dramatic lines are back in fashion and European-designed Oblica models have cornered this market. They might be loved for their sleek good looks, but these fires also integrate some impressive technology. The company’s Gyrofocus fire not only looks like a work of art, it rotates 360 degrees, so heat is dispersed evenly around the room. And remember, all wood fires sold in Australia are subject to stringent health and safety regulations.

gas & bioethanol Embrace the look of a flamed fire with bright-burning gas or biofuels

Manhattan 50 bioethanol portable fire, $2495, EcoSmart Fire.

Freestanding gas fire, $4999 (excluding flue and installation), Escea.

gas fires and heaters Gas-burning fires can give you the look of logs burning, but will start at the press of a button. “We work hard to make sure our logs look natural and our flames are high and realistic,” says Wayne Millhouse, managing director of Lopi and DaVinci Fireplaces. Gas fires come in a range of styles; some are traditional and

MODE gas fireplace, POA, Stoke Fireplace Studio.

Flex FX50 bioethanol fire, $5995, EcoSmart Fire.

portable heaters Flexibility and fuss-free warmth is at your fingertips when you opt for an affordable portable heater

Dimplex ‘Lee’ portable electric fire, $399, Harvey Norman.

Pure Hot+Cool air-purifying fan heater, $898, Dyson.

Kambrook seven-fin oil column heater, $79, Big W.

Kambrook KOH105WHT oil column heater, $70, Appliances Online.

TCH89903ER Silent+ ceramic tower heater, $249, De’Longhi.

2kW ceramic tower heater, from $119, Dimplex.

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reverse-cycle aircon

They’re the gold standard in energy-efficient heating — and will work hard for you all year round

Panasonic C2.5kW H3.2kW reverse-cycle split system with air purifier, $949, The Good Guys.

a great fit for heritage homes while some of the best sellers today are long, slim and sleek – designed to sit safely under widescreen TVs and artworks. The technology in gas fires keeps improving, too, with Real Flame’s Australian-made Magiglo range of burners incorporating new safety features. A few years ago, portable gas heaters were heartily embraced by Australians as an efficient and affordable form of heating. They are still a good buy, but because retail gas prices have risen in recent years, you need to take into account that the operational cost of gas heating has gone up. Gas heaters can be very efficient, with about 90 per cent of the energy contained in gas transformed into heat. All models sold in Australia have to be certified and carry an efficiency label (from one to six stars, with six being the best). Be aware that unflued gas heaters are not permitted in some states.

electric & bioethanol ﬁres MSZ-EF25VE reverse-cycle airconditioner, $1199, Mitsubishi Electric.

WS09TWS reverse-cycle airconditioner, from $1242, LG.

Samsung 2.5kW reverse-cycle airconditioner, $999, Appliances Online.

Like to enjoy the ambience of a flickering flame without the ash, smoke or even a chimney? An electric flame-effect fire will perform like an ordinary electric convection heater but has the added visual effect of (artificial) flames. Biothenol fires can also be a great buy for a contemporary home because they’re emission-free and require no flueing or utility connections, so they can be used in all sorts of creative ways – such as built into joinery, kitchen benches or ensuites. The streamlined design of bioethanol fires allows them to create a focal point in a room or highlight an architectural feature.

reverse-cycle airconditioning “Reverse-cycle airconditioning is the most energy-efficient form of heating, compared to conventional gas or portable electric heaters,” says Atesh Mani, national product manager for Mitsubishi Electric. “The amount of energy produced as heating far exceeds the input energy.” Mitsubishi Electric’s MSZ-LN split system has split vanes that allow you to direct heat to certain parts of a room. Meanwhile, LG’s WS split-system series is voiceactivated and compatible with Google Assistant, which allows you to track its energy usage in real time. And Fujitsu General’s Lifestyle range has sensors that detect if a room is unoccupied and adjusts the temperature accordingly.

portable heaters

ASTG18KMTC reverse-cycle airconditioner, $2699, Fujitsu.

“Our biggest sellers are panel heaters, for their discreet look, and the Dyson Pure Hot+Cool range, which are fan, heater and air puriﬁer in one,” says Gary Brown, senior brand manager of electrical and home appliances for Harvey Norman. Australians are looking for simplicity, safety and effectiveness in their heaters, he adds. For small bedrooms and study areas, a fan heater or column heater might do the job. A ceramic heater is a smart choice for a medium-sized room while slender panel heaters (from around $400) and convection heaters (from around $50) are better for larger living areas or open-plan rooms. “The higher the wattage on an electric heater, the more heat it will produce,” says Gary, “but that also means you’ll have higher running costs.”

“When it comes to heating, people tend to buy the style they’re familiar with, even if it’s been superseded” GARY BROWN, HARVEY NORMAN

wood-burning ﬁres For a warm and fuzzy feeling as well as wonderful heat, wood is hard to beat

F 520 wood fire, $5699, Jøtul.

Scandia ‘Helix’ wood fire, $1799, Bunnings.

B100 wood fire, $1649, Blaze Fireplaces.

VisionLINE ‘Spin’ wood-burning stove, POA, Jetmaster.

Ergofocus suspended wood fire, $14,510, Oblica.

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Creating a bluestone path though this garden was genius Matthew Cantwell from Secret Gardens designed this lovely green courtyard in Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coogee. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a small space, so the sense of journey was a clever device to make it appear bigger. Lining the crazy-paved bluestone path is Olea europaea, Dioon spinulosum, Viola odorata and Arthropodium cirratum, plus many other featured plants that stand proud of the Dulux Domino-painted boundary walls. Turn the page for more details.

WORDS DEBORAH GRANT PHOTOGRAPHY NICHOLAS WATT

DOUBLE

A small garden in Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eastern suburbs celebrates its clever dual personality

LIFE

WORDS LAURA BARRY PHOTOGRAPHY NICHOLAS WATT

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Round planters from Hibernate Outdoors bring greenery to the spotted-gum deck. Potted plants include Philodendron bipinnatifidum, rubber plant (Ficus elastica ‘Burgundy’) and Peperomia scandens ‘Variegata’. Beyond that are olive trees (at left) and Japanese maple (at right), with tractor seat plant (Ligularia reniformis) and Hymenocallis littoralis at ground level.

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his garden leads something of a

double life. Located at the southern end of Coogee Beach in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, the front has a chic coastal-desert vibe. But at the rear of the property, shade is abundant and the owners, Graham and Tanya Pindar, like to enjoy respite from the harsh summer sun there, surrounded by lush green layers of foliage. To create their two special places, the Pindars hired Sydney landscaping firm Secret Gardens in 2018 as part of a major property upgrade. As well as updating their front garden and balcony, the couple wanted to utilise the proposed deck at the back, designed by architect/interior designer Natalie Sciberras, and have a fire pit just off to the side of it. Secret Gardens, helmed by managing director Matthew Cantwell, relished the challenge of transforming both outdoor spaces. The design team approached the brief in two ways, treating the front and back areas as separate yet seamlessly cohesive parts of a whole. “When we saw the front garden for the first time during the build, it was hot and exposed,” says Matt. “Our main priority was selecting plants that would flourish in that spot. The rear garden had a completely different atmosphere. It benefitted from advanced trees and plants in the neighbouring yards, and was already a lovely space in summer.” The design for the front garden utilises relaxed materials and chunky sandstone stepping stones on the casual yet clear paths. For the plantings, Matt chose kentia palms (Howea forsteriana) and species such as variegated Caribbean agave (Agave angustifolia ‘Marginata’) and the cactus-like candelabra tree (Euphorbia ingens), which all enjoy hot and windy conditions. “Coogee is very hilly and sandy,” says Matt, whose biggest challenge was improving the soil quality. “At the front we needed really tough plants and wanted their structure to highlight just how challenging the conditions are. Some of the plants are meant to be a little confronting visually, and tough enough to withstand anything. In the rear garden, we wanted to create a cooling environment the owners could escape to after a stint at the beach.” At the back, Matt celebrated the spotted-gum timber decking by framing it with large, round, white planters. These bring the greenery up towards the house and into the outdoor seating zone. He placed the fire pit, a design by Robert Plumb, on a lower area paved with grey bluestone flagging, which ties into the overall colour scheme of the house and extends the alfresco entertaining space further into the garden.

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“The house is much more settled into the site now,” says owner Graham. “Palm trees frame it and the foliage softens the architecture.” OPPOSITE (top) An Angelina fire pit from Robert Plumb has heat and atmosphere to burn, allowing Graham and Tanya to sit in the garden for longer. OPPOSITE (bottom) Their Tribù ‘Nodi’ outdoor chairs from Cosh Living have a barely there quality.

“We wanted to create a cooling environment the owners could escape to after a stint at the beach” MATTHEW CANTWELL, SECRET GARDENS

Against the side of the house are a number of new Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) trees, while olive specimens (Olea europaea) sit along the boundary where there is plenty of sun. A blueberry ash (Elaeocarpus reticulatus) hedge has also been planted in this location to help screen the house and its occupants from neighbouring residents and passersby. “The maples are still immature and we’re waiting for those to grow, to connect and form more of a wall of foliage for privacy,” Graham explains. “But what has taken off is the Boston ivy on the back wall, which provides so much greenery in that area.” Now that it’s all planted in, the garden is a great match for the renovated home. It looks young and trendy at the front, then progresses into a more low-key and timeless green space at the rear, where Graham and Tanya love relaxing on the deck with their books in summer and nestling around the fire pit in winter. “We also love sitting at the front, looking at our garden and the ocean beyond,” says Graham. “We have seating that we move from the balcony to the deck, because when we entertain we find that people tend to fragment into different areas; some like the sun on the deck, others like the shade. But now that the backyard is just two main levels and runs the width of the house, we have much more usable space.” Both hot and dry, cool and lush, this small urban garden represents the two sides of the coin that is the Australian landscape – and each is a great success. “We don’t always aim for this kind of duality,” says Matt. “But it worked beautifully here.” Secret Gardens, Botany, NSW; secretgardens.com.au

PLANT LIFE

Think crowd-concealing foliage with great structure and a robust nature 1 Native grass (Lomandra tanika). 2 Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia). 3 Candelabra tree (Euphorbia ingens) 4 Paper plant (Fatsia japonica). 5 Variegated Caribbean agave (Agave angustifoilia ‘Marginata’).

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THIS PAGE AND OPPOSITE Graham and Tanya are having fun with their new two-in-one garden. They can look out to sea from the balcony at the front â&#x20AC;&#x201D; surrounded by agaves, palms and other dry-climate plants â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or retire to the quiet calm of their green-fringed deck at the back of the house.

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are weevils evil? This question and more are answered by Lindsay Miles in her new book about shopping, cooking and eating sustainably. In this section she reveals how to preserve food properly and why it pays to do it

There are a number of reasons that food gets wasted in the pantry – for example it spoils before we can use it, or pests get to it before we do. Ideally, your pantry is in a cool, dry area of the house, away from the oven and other sources of heat, with doors that block out the light. Avoiding open shelves that get direct sunlight or keeping groceries directly above the stovetop will extend the life of your food. When you don’t have the luxury of choice when it comes to food storage spaces, you just need to be more mindful of not overbuying and of using things up more quickly. The best way to store items in the pantry is in airtight containers. This keeps out air, moisture and pantry pests. As well as helping your food last longer, containers are easier to organise and stack, plus there is less chance of the contents spilling than if you leave things in other packaging. Some pantry foods will actually keep much better in the fridge or freezer without affecting their taste or texture. If you’re limited for space in the fridge or freezer, you can prioritise the most vulnerable or expensive ingredients, and try to buy smaller quantities, more often, of anything that’s susceptible to going bad. Extend the life of items in the following: + Pantry – 3 months + Fridge – 6 months + Freezer – 1 year+ 116 | INSIDE OUT

items to consider storing in the fridge or freezer + Whole, chopped and ground nuts and seeds (including almond meal, coconut flour and ground flaxseed) + Nut butters + Oils (these may go cloudy in the fridge, but will return to normal at room temperature) + Whole grains and wholegrain flours The more surface area, the more exposed an ingredient is to air and the faster it will oxidise – so that’s why chopped nuts have a shorter shelf life than whole nuts, and ground nuts or nut butters have less again.

what spoils food

Air Over time, exposure to oxygen causes some food to go bad

(oxidation is the main reason for loss of quality in fats, such as when nuts turn rancid). Many bacteria and all moulds require oxygen to grow. Reducing the surface area of food reduces exposure to air and slows down these processes. Heat Higher temperatures cause food to break down faster, and can change the appearance and flavour as well as reduce nutrients. Heat increases the rate of oxidation. Light Exposure to light can cause photodegradation, which

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the pantry

When a label tells you to store something in a cool place, the ideal temperature is usually 10°C, which is a lot colder than most of us keep our kitchens

results in discolouration, reduction in flavour and decline in nutrient content. Fats, proteins, pigments and vitamins are particularly sensitive to light, and liquids are more sensitive than solids (with solids, light can only penetrate the outer surface). Moisture and humidity Moisture affects food by allowing bacteria, yeast and mould to grow. This is why dried food keeps better than wet food, and why drying food is used as a method of food preservation. Moisture condensing on the surface of food due to humidity can affect quality – for example, causing soggy cereal or crackers, and making flour clump together. Smells Some foods absorb the flavour of other foods, which can ultimately affect the taste. Butter, milk, eggs and bread products (including flours and baked goods) are particularly sensitive. Keep sensitive foods away from strong-smelling foods, and ensure your jar lids are not tainted.

avoiding pantry pests Absolutely no one wants to find pests in their pantry, and if we understand what they are and where they come from, we can take steps to prevent them appearing. The most common offenders are pantry moths, which includes any moths found in the kitchen that feed on grains (such as the Indian meal moth and the Mediterranean flour moth) and weevils (tiny beetles about 2 millimetres in length; the most common types are the granary weevil and the rice weevil). The good news is, they are not harmful, do not carry disease, have nothing to do with cleanliness and do not damage our home – although that doesn’t mean we’d choose to eat them. Moths and weevils can lay their eggs in food in the field, granary or storage facility, long before it reaches our pantry. The eggs are often present in flours and grains, and just as likely to be in pre-packaged products as unpackaged products, although you won’t be able to see them: moth eggs are less than 1 millimetre

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in diameter. They can take several months to hatch and the first thing you’ll probably notice is moths in the pantry or beetles in your grains or flour. Pantry pests and their eggs can be controlled by heating and freezing. If you’d rather not find any surprises in your groceries, get into the habit of freezing grains, flours, nuts and pulses for a period of three days to destroy the eggs before storing in the pantry. (Alternatively, heating to 60°C/140°F for 15 minutes will kill the eggs, but heating isn’t appropriate for everything.) Other pests (such as ants and cockroaches) occasionally make their way into the pantry. Ensuring your food is stored in airtight containers will stop pests getting into food, and therefore help prevent them spreading. To further reduce the risk of pantry pests, always wash your jars and their lids with hot soapy water between refills and avoid taking half-filled jars to the bulk store to top up with new ingredients.

rotating your pantry contents Every three months or so, take everything out of the pantry to: + Check for signs of spoilage or pests + Identify any duplicate items + Find things you might have forgotten about + Discover ingredients that have been in storage for a while and need using up You can make sure any overstocked items stay off the shopping list for a while and we can look up recipes to ensure we start to use these things up before they go bad. We can also reposition those things that have been in the pantry the longest at the front so we are most likely to use them. When a label tells you to ‘store in a cool place’, the ideal room temperature for that is usually 10˚C (50˚F), which is a lot colder than most of us like to keep our kitchens. Warmer kitchens will reduce the shelf life of food.

This is an edited extract from The Less Waste No Fuss Kitchen: Simple Steps To Shop, Cook And Eat Sustainably by Lindsay Miles, with illustrations by Madeline Martinez (published by Hardie Grant, $29.99).

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F L AV O U R S O F FA L A S T I N A gateway to Palestinian cooking, this new book makes it easy to enjoy a little Middle Eastern magic at home WORDS SAMI TAMIMI & TARA WIGLEY PHOTOGRAPHY JENNY ZARINS

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AUBERGINE, CHICKPEA & TOMATO BAKE

t the same time as exploring the regions

of Palestine, the purpose of Falastin is to be full of recipes that work for and delight the home cook today. We really want you to cook from the recipes in our book – to find them practical and doable as well as delicious. This means you’ll find fewer recipes for stuffed vegetables in Falastin than you would in a ‘traditional’ Palestinian cookbook, fewer recipes for celebratory dishes which take half a day to prepare, and less call for hard-to-find kishek or jameed, the fermented discs of yoghurt and wheat in which to bake a leg of lamb. However, loyalty to the Palestinian pantry – and a reliance on the ground allspice and cumin, olive oil, pulses, grains, za’atar, sumac, lemons, yoghurt, dill, garlic and green chillies which fill it – is unwavering. Our recipes feel distinctly Palestinian, even when they are presented in a slightly new light. Luckily, for those living outside the Middle East, the Palestinian pantry is also one that can be easily sourced and put together from mainstream shops and sites. Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley

aubergine, chickpea & tomato bake Musaqa’a

Echoes of the Greek dish moussaka are correctly heard here, both in the name and feel of the dish. It’s a vegetarian take on the hearty, humble, healthy and completely delicious traybake. It works well either as a vegie main or as a side with all sorts of things: piled into a jacket potato, for example, or served alongside some grilled meat, fish or tofu. It’s just the sort of dish you want to have in the fridge ready to greet you after a day at work. It’s also lovely at room temperature, so it’s great to pile into Tupperware for an on-the-go lunch. You can make and bake this in advance; it will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, ready to be warmed through when required. SERVES 4 OR 6 (as sides)

5 medium aubergines (1.25kg) 120ml olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped (160g) 6 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tsp chilli flakes 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1½ tsp tomato purée 2 green peppers, deseeded and cut into 3cm chunks (200g)

1 x 400g tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed (240g) 1 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes 1½ tsp caster sugar 15g coriander, roughly chopped, plus 5g extra to serve 4 plum tomatoes, trimmed and sliced into 1½cm-thick rounds (350g) Salt and black pepper

1 Preheat the oven to 220°C fan. 2 Use a vegetable peeler to peel away strips of aubergine skin from top to bottom, leaving the aubergines with alternating strips of black skin and white flesh, like a zebra. Cut widthways into round slices 2cm

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thick and place in a large bowl. Mix well with 75ml oil, 1 teaspoon salt and plenty of black pepper and spread out on 2 large parchment-lined baking trays. Roast for about 30 minutes, or until completely softened and lightly browned. Remove from the oven and set aside. 3 Reduce the oven temperature to 180°C fan. 4 While the aubergines are roasting, make the sauce. Put 2 tablespoons oil into a large sauté pan and place on a medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for about 7 minutes, until softened and lightly browned. Add the garlic, chilli, cumin, cinnamon and tomato purée and cook for another minute, or until fragrant. Add the peppers, chickpeas, tinned tomatoes, sugar, 200ml water, 1¼ teaspoons salt and a good grind of black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 18 minutes, or until the peppers have cooked through. Stir in the coriander and remove from the heat. 5 Spread out half the plum tomatoes and half the roasted aubergines on the base of a large baking dish, about 20cm x 30cm. Top with the chickpea mixture, then layer with the remaining tomatoes and aubergines. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of oil, then cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the tomatoes have completely softened. Remove from the oven and leave to cool for about 20 minutes. Top with the remaining coriander and serve either warm or at room temperature.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley were brought together through Yotam Ottolenghi and their mutual love of Palestinian food. Sami is the cook and your host, a Palestinian boy from East Jerusalem who ended up working at London’s Baker & Spice, where he met a young Yotam. They set up Ottolenghi together and this cookbook is his love letter to his mother and country. Tara is the guide to this feast. A writer and passionate cook with a background in publishing, she spent years collaborating with Yotam on his books and recipes, and has now joined Sami to tell the story of Palestine’s hidden recipes from real cooks’ kitchens.

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chicken musakhan Musakhan is the hugely popular national dish of Palestine. Growing up, Sami ate it once a week, pulling a piece of chicken and sandwiching it between a piece of pita or flatbread. It’s a dish to eat with your hands and with friends, served from one pot or plate, for everyone to then tear at some of the bread and spoon over the chicken and topping for themselves. Traditionally, musakhan was made around the olive-oil pressing season in October or November to celebrate (and gauge the quality of) the freshly pressed oil. The taboon bread would be cooked in a hot taboon oven lined with smooth round stones, to create small craters in the bread in which the meat juices, onion and olive oil all happily pool. It’s cooked year-round, nowadays layered with shop-bought taboon or pita bread, and is a dish to suit all occasions – easy and comforting enough to be the perfect week-night supper as it is, but also special enough to stand alongside other dishes at a feast. For a vegetarian alternative, the chicken can be replaced with thick slices of roasted aubergine or chunky cauliflower florets, or a mixture of both. If you do this, toss the slices or florets in the oil and spices, as you do the chicken, and roast at 200°C fan for about 35 minutes (the aubergine) or 25 minutes (the cauliflower). SERVES 4

1 chicken (about 1.7kg), divided into 4 pieces, or 1kg chicken supremes (4—6, depending on their size), skin on if you prefer 120ml olive oil, plus 2—3 tbsp extra to finish 1 tbsp ground cumin 3 tbsp sumac ½ tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp ground allspice

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30g pine nuts 3 large red onions, sliced 2—3mm thick (500g) 4 taboon breads (see headnote), or any flatbread such as Arabic flatbread or naan bread (330g) 5g parsley leaves, roughly chopped Salt and black pepper

TO SERVE

300g Greek-style yoghurt 1 lemon, quartered 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C fan. 2 Place the chicken in a large mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1½ teaspoons sumac, cinnamon, allspice, 1 teaspoon salt and a good grind of black pepper. Mix well to combine, then spread out on a parchment-lined baking tray. Roast until the chicken is cooked through. This will take about 30 minutes if starting with supremes and up to 45 minutes if starting with the whole chicken, quartered. Remove from the oven and set aside. Don’t discard any juices that have collected in the tray. 3 Meanwhile, put 2 tablespoons oil into a large sauté pan, about 24cm, and place on a medium heat. Add the pine nuts and cook for about 2—3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pine nuts are golden brown. Transfer to a bowl lined with kitchen paper (leaving the oil behind in the pan) and set aside. Add the remaining 60ml oil to the pan, along with the onions and ¾ teaspoon salt. Return to a medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the onions are completely soft and pale gold in colour but not caramelised. Add 2 tablespoons sumac, the remaining 2 teaspoons cumin and a grind of black pepper and mix through, until the onions are completely coated. Remove from the heat and set aside. 4 When you’re ready to assemble the dish, set the oven to a grill setting and slice or tear the flatbread into quarters or sixths. Place them under the grill for 2—3 minutes to crisp up, then arrange on a large platter. Top the flatbreads with half the onions, followed by all of the chicken and any chicken juices left in the tray. Either keep each piece of chicken as it is or else roughly shred it as you plate up, into two or three large chunks. Spoon the remaining onions over the top and sprinkle with the pine nuts, parsley, 1½ teaspoons sumac and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serve at once, with the Greek-stye yoghurt and a wedge of lemon alongside the dish.

CHICKEN MUSAKHAN

sweet tahini rolls Kubez el tahineh

The journey of these rolls can be traced through Lebanon to Armenia, where this particular kubez el tahineh recipe comes from. They are simple to make, impressive to look at and loved by all, especially kids. Eat them as they are, or sliced and spread with dibs (treacle) and tahini, the Palestinian equivalent of peanut butter and jam, where creamy tahini is mixed through with a little bit of grape or date molasses (you could use date syrup). Kubez el tahineh are best eaten fresh on the day of baking but are also fine for 2–3 days once baked, warmed through in the oven. They also freeze well, after they’ve been baked and left to cool; you can pop them into the oven straight from the freezer. MAKES 10 ROLLS DOUGH

FILLING

1½ tsp fast-action dried yeast 1 tsp caster sugar 110ml whole milk, lukewarm 300g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 75g unsalted butter, melted 1 egg, lightly beaten Olive oil, for greasing Salt

100g caster sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon 120g tahini TOPPING

1 egg yolk, beaten 1 tbsp white sesame seeds

1 First make the dough. Put the yeast, sugar and milk into a small bowl and mix to combine. Set aside for 5 minutes, until it starts to get frothy. 2 Meanwhile, put the flour and ½ teaspoon salt into the bowl of a free-standing mixer, with the dough hook in place. Mix on a low speed, then slowly pour in the yeast mixture. Add the melted butter and continue to mix for about a minute. 3 Add the egg, then increase the speed to medium and leave for 5 minutes, for the dough to become well-kneaded. Using your hands, scrape the dough into a ball (it will be slightly sticky and elastic). Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it a couple of times

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so it’s well greased. Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and leave to rest in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until almost doubled in size. Put the sugar and cinnamon for the filling into a small bowl. Mix well to combine, then set aside. 4 On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a large rectangle, about 35cm x 50cm. Drizzle the tahini over the dough. Then, using the back of a spoon or spatula, spread it out evenly, leaving 1cm clear of tahini at both the shorter ends. Sprinkle the sugar mixture evenly over the tahini and leave for 10 minutes, until the sugar looks all wet. Starting from one of the long sides, roll the dough inwards to form a long, thin sausage. Trim away about 2cm from each end, then slice the dough into 10 equal pieces (they should each be just over 4½cm long). Sit each piece upright, so that its cut side is facing upwards. Then, using your hands, gently flatten out to form an 8cm-wide circle. Cover with a damp tea towel and leave to rest for 15 minutes. Preheat the oven to 160°C fan. 5 Transfer each roll of dough to a large parchment-lined baking tray, spaced 2—3cm apart. Brush all over (just the top and sides, not the base) with the egg yolk, sprinkle with sesame seeds and bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 18 minutes, or until cooked through and golden. Remove from the oven and set aside for about 20 minutes — you don’t want them piping hot — then serve.

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