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hings are changing in Australian homes – there’s a bit of a mellow colour revolution going on right now.

It’s a light-bulb moment where we’ve all just decided that using colour is cool. It’s also about discovering your personal palette and how to work with tones that add character to a room and that work in your space.

My palette preferences are constantly changing but I keep returning to these shades: tan, black, yellow and white. It’s a reflection of the light, materials and landscape I like most and makes for an earthy, warm interior, which makes me feel calm. Colour has that ability.

This issue we immersed ourselves in colour with beautiful homes that use it in unusual ways – sometimes very subtly, sometimes with intensity. InsideOut Style Editor Jono Fleming shows how to create a moodboard for your own palette, starting with this season’s most beautiful trends. We also talk to eight incredible Australian artists about how colour has influenced their work.

But my favourite story this issue has got to be our cover house, an apartment awash in darkness: beautiful rich greys, cloudy charcoal, gunmetal and black. It’s extraordinary – and so brave – and a great example of using a limited palette to create atmosphere… and a beautiful home. There are so many inspiring colour moments in this issue. Please enjoy!

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In The Roundhouse has caught our eye NEWS Our round-up of the hottest new finds in the world of design, plus places to visit, things to try and pieces to buy TRENDS Sensual objects inspired by the female form are having a moment – we’ve pulled together a few of our favourites PERFECT PAIRS Some things were just made to co-exist, like sofas and cushions. Here are three winning combinations DESIGN PROFILE: CHELA EDMUNDS The ceramicist behind Takeawei shares her creative journey so far CULT CLASSIC This month, resident design expert David Harrison teaches us all about US designer Paul McCobb’s minimalist Frame desk, before comparing it with a new-comer STOCKHOLM DESIGN WEEK Highlights from one of the most exciting events on the global design calendar THE ART OF COLOUR Eight high-profile Australian artists share what colour means to them and their work

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50 MAKING ROOMS TO LIVE IN Stay true to your renovation vision

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by creating the ultimate moodboard of materials and finishes you love. We show you how, from start to finish

six stunning rooms will have you rethinking your own scheme MAGIC TOUCH A spellbinding kids’ bedroom for your little wizard DARKNESS VS LIGHT Playing with moody hues at either end of the spectrum will deliver depth and warmth to your space RESTORATION PIECE A costume designer turned homewares curator uses her home to showcase her love of Australiana URBAN CHALET On a shared plot in Perth, a young family are utilising every inch of space in their cleverly designed home PAINT IT BLACK A top-floor apartment in need of a revamp proved to be a bucket-list opportunity for one interior designer CANDY CRUSH Millennial pink abounds in this Swedish apartment, which acts as a creative haven for a dad and his two kids TROPIC WONDER Inspired by the palm trees surrounding their home, a couple give their villa a holiday-at-home makeover FLOORED BY COLOUR Shannon Vos explains the transformative powers of various flooring options

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Interior designer Mia Lake tackles this common problem area ASK AN EXPERT All your pressing design dilemmas answered BUYERS GUIDE: COLOURFUL APPLIANCES Go big or small!

DINING IN New kitchen pieces sure to serve up some style COOL CHANGE Seasonal updates for your bedroom

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132 CLOUD SCAPE This garden with its silvery palette and low-profile

pruning creates an Australian-style Hamptons vibe 138 SILVER SCREEN Silvery-tinged plants equal elegance and harmony 140 DESIGN DESTINATION: MARRAKECH Why this vibrant city is experiencing a design renaissance right now 144 CULINARY JOURNEY Tasty vegetarian meals with a back story

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a Lively Living aroma diffuser, valued at $69.95 150 LITTLE BLACK BOOK How to find everything in this issue 154 LAST WORD The earthy-green interiors of Le Jardin Marrakech

on the cover 24 Scandi hotlist 2019: Stockholm Design Week 56 Room revamps: New colour palettes we want now 65 Join the colour revolution… Dramatic tones and how 122 138 140 144

to make them work Colour-pop appliances take over the kitchen The modern garden: Silver foliage is where it’s at Design destination: Marrakech hotspots & insider shops Spice it up! Peter Kuruvita’s global curries

our cover look Working within a predominantly nocturnal colour scheme of black, grey and white, Kim Smith, the owner of this loft apartment in Cape Town, wanted her home to feel like “a cocoon: private, peaceful and unexpected”. Indoor plants in every room bring life to the space and soften its masculine architectural style. See more on page 88.

Photography: Greg Cox Styling: Sven Alberding

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PHOTOGRAPHY: LYNDEN FOSS. STYLING: SARAH ELLISON.

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Add some design to your tabletop with these mix-andmatch fine china plates by Alyce Tran of The Daily Edited

PHOTOGRAPHY: NIC GOSSAGE. CUTIPOL ‘GOA’ DINNER KNIFE: $670 (AS PART OF A 24-PIECE SET), FRANCALIA.

This new venture, called In The Roundhouse, consists of four charming plate collections, but The Words Collection, featuring these bistro-inspired, pared-back typographics, is our pick. While they’re definitely special pieces, individually boxed for delivery, they’re also microwave and dishwasher safe, and at $29 a piece or four for $100, we’re sold.

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NATURAL BEAUTY Fusing Japanese and Nordic design, the new Roshi collection of porcelain vases at Curious Grace combines minimalism and exquisitely delicate patterning. The Luna vase, $190, is appealingly textural and organic.

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a brush with genius Sydney artist Gemma Smith has been bringing beautiful life to canvases since 2003. Now she has a career-spanning exhibition at the UNSW Galleries in Paddington, Sydney.

Called ‘Rhythm Sequences’, it features more than 50 works, from early abstracts to recent paintings, in which colour is barely there. On show until June 1. ARTDESIGN.UNSW.EDU.AU

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CREATURES FEATURE Inspired by afternoons pottering in the greenhouse, the new collection for Oroton by creative director Sophie Holt features not only the covetable handbags we’ve come to expect from this Australian heritage brand but a whole new collection of botanicalprinted silk scarves that caught us by (delighted) surprise. OROTON.COM

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BUBBLE ART Raise a glass to the joyful result of Champagne writer and illustrator Belinda Aucott’s collaboration with providore Simon Johnson. Her deliciously whimsical artworks are on exhibit in Sydney’s Woollahra store from April 4 to 8. SIMONJOHNSON.COM

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suds to love If you have a thing for beautiful natural stone (who doesn’t?) the perfectly formed Marmo carrara-marble soap dish from Paco Jaanson will rock your world. At $541 it doesn’t come cheap, but consider it an investment piece for your bathroom. PACOJAANSON.COM.AU

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next step Artist Lara Scolari is the latest creative to collaborate with Designer Rugs. Her luminous works depict the landscapes of central NSW and have been transformed into a collection of beautiful, hand-tufted rugs. Shown here is Lara’s Shepherds Delight rug, made from a blend of New Zealand wool and bamboo silk.

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GOOD FORM When architects get involved in skincare you know it’s going to be disciplined and beautiful. Japanese architect Kengo Kuma has designed a skincare range for the super-beyondluxury hotel group Aman, reimagining Japanese porcelain into exquisite jars and bottles to hold the three Kuma ranges — grounding, purifying and nourishing. So if booking a room in any of Aman’s ultra-luxe properties (check out the incredible Amangiri in Utah, shown above) is not in the budget this month, you can still buy the skincare. SHOP.AMAN.COM

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HOT SEAT We’re still loving the colonial vibes created by rattan. Melbourne-based Heimur has embraced the trend for ‘at home in the tropics’ furniture with its Ralph range of stools. They’re made from Australian messmate and rattan, and prices start at $390. HEIMUR.COM.AU

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light touch Considered by Real is a social enterprise group with its sights set on developing and nurturing the work of craftspeople in the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Its goal is to encourage local artisans to use their traditional skills to create lovely, sustainable homewares — it’s all about trade, not aid.

Shown here are the Ialibu lightshades, from $240, and stool, $595. Each is handmade in PNG’s Southern Highlands.

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1. Nude Boob planter, $40, Jones & Co. 2. Behind Who I Wasn’t, Became Who I Was artwork, $1480, Angus Martin Art. 3. Bosom wallpaper in Terracotta, about $77* per roll, Drop It Modern. 4. Faro earrings, $189, Bianca Mavrick. 5. Boob bath mat, about $84*, Cold Picnic. 6. Lady vase in Charcoal, $180, Clay Canoe. 7. Medium planter in Pink, $125, James Lemon. 8. Boob jewel boxes, $85 each, Takeawei. 9. MARWAA pouf, about $606*, LRNCE. 10. Fornasetti ‘Tema e Variazioni’ plate, $295, Macleay on Manning. STOCKISTS page 150.

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A round velvet cushion is the perfect foil for the clean lines of the London three-seater sofa, $1999, from Life Interiors.

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Vitra ‘Mariposa’ sofa in Pale Rose/Beige, $11,515, Living Edge. Minna ‘Hillside’ cushion in Lilac, $275, Koskela.

GLAM MASTER why it works: A touch of gold makes the rich burgundy of the sofa feel even more opulent.

Dandy sofa in Oxblood, $8499, Blu Dot. Zulta cushion in Confetti Golden, $220, Fenton & Fenton.

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sofa & cushion For a luxurious living area that is comfy and stylish, you simply can’t have one without the other

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why it works: The cushion’s lively floral print ties in with the sofa’s leaf-like quilting.

Moroso ‘Redondo’ sofa in Navy, $16,100, Hub Furniture. MissoniHome ‘Passiflora Giant #170’ cushion, $614, Spence & Lyda.

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DESIGN PROFILE

Chela Edmunds Adventures in New York and a love of the ocean inspire the organic shapes and colours of this Victorian-based ceramicist’s brand called Takeawei

Tell us about your creative journey so far. I started my career as Ceram Ceramicist Chela Edmunds Takeawei (top left and of Tak below) pictured in her light below Torquay studio. and bright b Chela’s hanging planters Chela including her (top right) r always popular Sun design, alway pictured hanging in the pictur centre centre. Colourful Takeawei dinner plates and Grip mug dinne (left). A collection of Chela’s (left) glazed designs sit on her glaze studio shelves (bottom left), including Dip vases, left) planters and cups.

a textile designer in New York. While I was living in Brooklyn I discovered my love of ceramics and quickly became obsessed.

I moved back to Australia and ceramics have been my passion and career now for six years. I teach workshops and make ceramics from my studio in Torquay, Victoria.

Is there a story behind why you chose the name Takeawei?

My background in textiles and ceramics opened my mind to how everyday objects are produced. A fast-paced life can lead to making lifestyle decisions that are not great for your health or the world. Takeawei combines the words takeaway and wei, the Chinese term for protective energy. It is about creating products with heart that can be enjoyed.

How would you describe your work? I make fun and functional ceramics that are made from high-fired stoneware, making them dishwasher- and microwave-safe. It’s so important to me that my pieces become part of people’s lives and don’t just sit on display.

Where do you find inspiration? I live on the coast and my love of the ocean, sunsets and landscape shines through in the glazes, textures and colours I use. I find inspiration in the process of making. Every day I find new forms and glaze combinations through experimentation. With clay I know that I will always be learning, surprised and inquisitive about the material.

I’ll usually spend a day throwing a new shape and put it on the shelf for a week or a month, then I can see various forms and make changes when something comes to mind. Glazing is a large part of my work – it’s the glaze that brings a form to life and I’m always testing new recipes. The magic of glazing comes from the unknown; testing, blending and finding great combinations.

Has teaching influenced your creative process in any way?

Teaching makes me question why I do things a certain way, because I have to explain every movement. After teaching students I analyse every movement and refine the way I work.

What’s on the horizon for you right now? I recently opened my first standalone store on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy. It stocks the full range of Takeawei ceramics, a new thrown range of tableware in custom glazes and some larger ceramic artworks.

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cult classic These pared-back pieces are worth writing home about

THE ORIGINAL

Frame desk by Paul McCobb The form: A fine steel and timber desk with architectural overtones.

What makes it special: Paul McCobb was a high-profile US furniture/industrial

designer practising in New York in the 1950s and ’60s. While some of his early work features splayed legs and devices typical of the era, McCobb’s hallmark is a delicacy of form, often with brass detailing and influences of the geometric purity found in architecture by the likes of Mies van der Rohe. The Frame desk, designed by McCobb for the Planner Group in 1952, is an excellent example of his general style. Of particular note are the simple cut-out drawer pulls and the general lack of ornamentation.

Danish company Karakter reissued the Frame as the Desk Series Console in 2018, one of the first official reissues of McCobb’s furniture designs following his untimely death, aged 52, in 1969. Originally produced in maple – a timber that was favoured in the US at the time – the new incarnation comes in oak on a black steel base. While the desk is beautifully minimal with just two drawers, there is also the option of additional storage. Running the length of the desktop, this element contains a series of pigeonhole-style compartments, some with drawers, others with extending shelves. While more complex visually, this version of the desk is extremely versatile and retains the purity of form that became a signature of McCobb’s work. The clean lines of the Frame desk make it particularly well suited to being positioned against large expanses of wall. If you opt for the desk sans storage, it can be successfully used in open space too.

The trend for minimalist design has renewed interest in McCobb’s body of work. Danish design firm Fritz Hansen recently reissued his elegant Planner series of coffee tables, with many more products slated for release in the near future. Expect to pay: $3800. Buy from: Cult, cultdesign.com.au

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THE UP-AND-COMER

Lochness desk

by Piero Lissoni for Cappellini The form: Solid in feel yet visually light;

a minimalist design that celebrates its materials. What makes it special: Finding a desk that feels like a piece of furniture rather than a commercial workhorse is not as easy as it might seem. Like much of Lissoni’s work, the Lochness desk is all about simplicity, but with exceptional details. Strong horizontal lines are complemented by drawers that appear to float under the desktop, gently escaping the confines of the top to create a nicely asymmetric outcome. The fineness of the flat-steel frame acts as a counterpoint to the solidity of the substantial timber top. The desk comes in three sizes (240cm, 258cm and 275cm), with the largest featuring drawers at both ends. It’s available with a white or anthracite base and natural or stained-oak top. Expect to pay: From $11,650. Buy from: Cult, cultdesign.com.au

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seat of chic Another favourite release was the elegant Novel Chair, designed by Ida Linea Hildebrand for a relatively young Copenhagen-based brand called Friends & Founders (stocked in Australia by Fred International). Can a piece of furniture epitomise the inimitable style of Coco Chanel? The answer, clearly, is yes.

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shining example If I had to nominate my absolute favourite new product at Stockholm, the Curve collection, designed by Front and produced by Zero Lighting, would have to be it. Created for Stockholm’s Nationalmuseum library, this lamp had me at hello with its impossibly thin, wavy body and glowing glass shade.

Library lamps are usually quite serious, but this one defies the norm with its wispy, whimsical form.

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Those clever Scandinavians cement their status as style leaders by hosting one of the most exciting events on the design calendar

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ana Tomić Hughes, founder and

editor of Yellowtrace, braved the Swedish capital’s -140C chill to attend Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair, held annually in February as part of Stockholm Design Week.

“I’ve been keenly following the fair from afar, so it was a thrill to finally see Scandinavia’s most important design fair for myself,” Dana says. The event was beautifully presented, well edited and a great opportunity to experience Nordic design on home turf, she adds. Here, Dana singles out five favourite finds.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: (DANA) JO DUCK, COURTESY OF JONES MAGAZINE; (ZERO LIGHTING) ANDY LIFFNER, (KUSTA SAKSI) JUSSI PUIKKONENE, (FARG & BLANCHE) JOHAN LINDSKOG.

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rich tapestry of life I was floored by the extraordinary ‘First Symptoms’ tapestries by Amsterdam-based Finnish artist and designer Kustaa Saksi. The six pieces utilise jacquard weaving techniques and were inspired by images from medical examinations and Kustaa’s own personal experience of migraines. I just don’t know what to say about any of this, other than – WOW, man!

makers and bakers Stockholm-based design duo Färg Blanche hosted ‘The Baker’s House’, an intimate and deeply personal design installation in the residence of Emma Marga Blanche’s great-great-grandfather, a baker by trade. Built 140 years ago, the grand interior of the historic home provided the most perfect setting for Färg Blanche’s signature playful products (which happen to be stocked in Australia by Living Edge).

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the art of colour PHOTOGRAPHY: CARINE THEVENAU (LARA), JEK MAURER (GALLERY).

You can introduce colour to your home in so many different ways, but one strong piece of art will make the most impact. We talk to eight of our favourite Australian artists to find out how colour influences their work

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and sometimes only very subtly, your mood shifts as you walk into a room. This has a lot to do with the sounds, objects and colours that surround you. And so it follows that you can harness the power of colour to create your space with mood in mind.

Art is the perfect place to start. Take inspiration from eight leading Australian artists, including Archibald-prize winner Fiona Lowry, sculpture artist Tracey Deep and contemporary indigenous painter Otis Carey…

WORDS KARLIE VERKERK

Painter Lara Merrett relaxes in her art studio (left), and her Casus Fortuitus exhibition at Karen Woodbury Fine Art in Melbourne (above).

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Otis Carey

PAINTER, BYRON BAY

Lara Merrett PAINTER, SYDNEY

Painterly, romantic, large-scaled and playful is how Sydney-based artist Lara Merrett describes her work. For Lara, colour plays a significant role but it is not conclusive. “My work isn’t about colour but it’s the most important tool I use to create an environment or experience,” she says. “Colour is a memory, emotion, energy and, when I’m lucky, a sound.”

To create her breathtaking pieces, Lara pours synthetic polymer paint and ink on canvas drop sheets, allowing it to pool, stain and evaporate in unpredictable ways.

“No colour is off-limits. I love the idea that I could invent a new one,” says Lara.

“Colour is full of endless possibilities…

I imagine like writing a song.”

Visit Lara’s next exhibition at Jan Murphy Gallery in Fortitude Valley, Queensland from May 7 to 25. laramerrett.com; @laramerrett

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Contemporary indigenous artist and pro surfer Otis Carey is making waves on the art scene with his super-intricate, mesmerising and sometimes hypnotising paintings. Through his artworks Otis wants viewers to feel a connection to his culture and country. “I use traditional symbols and exaggerate them in a way that’s contemporary,” he explains. “Or I’ll use the symbols very gently so that the untrained eye wouldn’t be able to tell, but the artwork as a whole has the same figurative viewing as the symbol would on its own.” Colour plays a lead role in Otis’s story telling, too. “Each colour represents an animal, a certain tree, a certain rock, a bend in the river, an eagle’s nest…”

Check out Otis’s next exhibition at China Heights Gallery in Surry Hills, Sydney from September 6. @otishopecarey

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Fiona Lowry

PHOTOGRAPHY: CARINE THEVENAU (LARA), COURTESY OF CHINA HEIGHTS GALLERY (OTIS), JO CASAMENTO (FIONA).

PAINTER, SYDNEY

THIS PAGE Gaagal – Blue, acrylic on canvas (top left), and Gaagal – Pink, acrylic on canvas (above), Otis Carey. Fiona pictured in her studio (top right). A Silence, 2018, acrylic on canvas (right), and The Ties That Bind, 2018, acrylic on canvas (bottom right), Fiona Lowry.

OPPOSITE PAGE Lara pictured at her The Shape of Things installation for SWAB Art Fair in Barcelona, 2015 (bottom left).

Handmade for the Handsome, 2017, acrylic and ink on linen (inset), and Into the Drop Zone, 2018, acrylic and ink on cloth (top left), Lara Merrett.

Otis works on one of his pieces (top right).

Gaagal – Red, acrylic on canvas (bottom right), Otis Carey.

Intoxicating dream-like scenes depicting eucalypt forests, rivers and other typically Australian landscapes are what Archibald prize-winning artist Fiona Lowry is best known for. Her signature, almost haunting style is achieved by using an airbrush and restricted colour palette. “Choosing colour is an intuitive process,” she says.

“Often though, I’m thinking about how the colours will vibrate next to each other or how the softness of a particular application can make the work feel as if it’s a dream space.” Fiona’s controlled approach to colour and unique technique of blur and focus make viewing her art an ambiguous yet thrilling experience.

See Fiona’s next exhibition at Martin Browne Contemporary in Paddington, Sydney from June 27 to July 21. fionalowry.com.au; @fionalowry

Murray Fredericks PHOTOGRAPHER, SYDNEY

PHOTOGRAPHY: MARCUS O'BRIEN (PORTRAIT OF MURRAY), COURTESY OF ARC ONE GALLERY MELBOURNE (MURRAY’S ART), CARINE THEVENAU (LAURA AND STUDIO), COURTESY OF LAURA AND SOPHIE GANNON GALLERY (LAURA’S ART), LAURA IS REPRESENTED BY OLSEN IN SYDNEY AND SOPHIE GANNON GALLERY IN MELBOURNE.

Murray Fredericks goes to great lengths to capture his eerily powerful landscape photographs. He can spend anywhere up to five weeks at a time in remote locations around Australia searching for “limitless spaces” where the sky and earth collide.

“Being isolated for extended periods of time, where your whole world becomes the day and night sky, takes you away from the trivial stresses of daily existence – it’s absolute joy,” he says. What role does colour play in a photograpic artwork?

“Colour does a lot of the emotional heavy lifting,” explains Murray. “My work is about conveying the emotional experience of place, and if the colour is even slightly over or underdone the image falls flat.”

Head to Murray’s next exhibition at Arc One Gallery in Melbourne, from June 25 to July 27. murrayfredericks.com.au; @murrayfredericks

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Laura Jones PAINTER, SYDNEY

THIS PAGE Laura pictured in her art studio (top right).

Rhodos, 2018, oil on linen (centre), and Soft Stars and Crystal Caterpillars, 2018, oil on linen, and other works in progress (bottom right), Laura Jones.

OPPOSITE PAGE Murray snapped in his element (centre left and top right).

Mirror 19, 2017, digital pigment print (top left), and Array 11 (Venus & Jupiter), 2018, digital pigment print (bottom), Murray Fredericks.

It comes as no surprise that Laura Jones, who used to be a florist, is well known for her still-life paintings of flowers. Her richly layered oil paintings of petals, leaves and vibrant florals burst off the canvases.

“The subject matter is just an excuse for playing with colour as much as I can – colour is what makes me excited to start a painting!” Laura explains. This energy and enthusiasm is evident in her vibrant artworks. “I go through phases of using certain palettes and for me it’s all about how each colour sits next to, or on top of, another colour,” says Laura.

“At the moment I’m using a lot of lemon yellow, and I feel like these choices come from my general mood about life.”

Check out Laura’s next exhibition at Olsen Gallery in Woollahra, Sydney from June 12 to July 7. laurajones.com.au; @_laura_jones_

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Tracey Deep

SCULPTURE ARTIST, SYDNEY

Colour doesn’t have to be bright and in your face to make an impact. Tracey Deep’s art is a clear example of this.

Her sculptures, which are constructed using natural materials in earthy tones, are arresting and inspiring. “Colour for me is a natural palette,” explains Tracey.

“I’m drawn to tones that you might come across walking through an ancient forest or an indigenous native landscape, and to things that seem aged and worldly.”

Tracey likes working with recycled and organic materials, in particular. “I find huge inspiration in transforming found objects into something totally new, and creating a work from something that had a previous life and taking it to another sculptural and playful evolution.”

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PHOTOGRAPHY: NICHOLAS WATT (TRACEY), STUART SPENCE (KEN).

Ken Done THIS PAGE Ken sits in front of his Beyond Sunflowers artwork (centre). Orange Fish, 2018, oil on linen (top left), Magenta Afternoon (top right), Windsurfer on a Mauve Sea, 2017, oil and acrylic on linen (right), and Murano Reef, 2014, oil on linen (bottom right), all Ken Done.

OPPOSITE PAGE Tracey pictured at her Under the Sea exhibition at Saint Cloche Gallery, Sydney (right). Jellyfish, bamboo and alpaca fibre (top left), and Weeping Willow, bamboo and wool fibre (bottom right), both Tracey Deep.

DESIGNER AND PAINTER, SYDNEY

Vivid, confident hues are at the core of iconic Australian artist Ken Done’s paintings, from his minimal, almost childlike portraits right through to his ubiquitous scenes of Sydney Harbour and its surrounding beaches. “Colour is like notes on a piano; it’s all about the relationship of one to another,” he says.

“In most cases I’m drawn to optimistic colours and the visual joy of their relationships.” Ken’s vivacious perspective and unabashed use of colour results in uplifting artworks that pack a punch.

“In paintings where you use lots of colour it’s like being in front of a large orchestra – each colour must play its part and work towards a satisfactory conclusion.”

See more of Ken’s colourful work at The Ken Done Gallery in The Rocks, Sydney. kendone.com.au; @kendonegallery

Martine Emdur PAINTER, SYDNEY

Martine and studio pup Wahlo with her new artworks hung behind (top left).

Women on Beach, 2018, oil on linen (top right), Yellow Bikini, 2018, oil on linen (centre left), Lovers, 2018, oil on linen (centre right), Sanctuary, 2019, oil on linen (bottom left), all Martine Emdur.

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You can’t help but feel refreshed and revitalised after looking at one of Martine Emdur’s artworks. Her paintings, which feature bodies, and bodies of water, are highly sensual, evocative and ethereal.

“I’ve always found the ocean hypnotic with its endless shapes, forms and colours – every way you look at it is inspiring,” says Martine. “Colour informs every surface’s movement in and away from the light and into the shadows.” A cool ocean-inspired palette of blues and greens and more fleshy and earthy tones defines Martine’s contemporary pieces. “I intend my works to convey a sense of calm, of surrender. I hope people emerge, through vision, with a sense of space and lightness.”

See more of Martine’s work at her next exhibition at Nanda\Hobbs in Chippendale, Sydney from April 4. @martine.emdur

PHOTOGRAPHY: JEM CRESSWELL (MARTINE), COURTESY OF NANDA\HOBBS (MARTINE’S ART).

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Modern touches inject youthfulness into this old home The wonderfully ornate features of this Victorian Italianate home in Sydney’s Annandale are highlighted yet brought into the 21st century with a rich collection of eclectic prints and contemporary pieces. Outside, a decorative archway provides the perfect spot to read a book and hang out – at least siblings Ines and Rafael think so!

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STYLING ALEXANDRA GORDON PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOMER

MAKING ROOMS TO LIVE IN

A moodboard is a designer’s most powerful tool.

To stay true to your vision, plan yours with the help of a curated collection of textural materials and colour palettes in this season’s most beautiful combinations

Olive is the colour base for this earthy living room; persimmon and mauve elements add warmth and depth. Find inspiration in ceramics, textiles and visual cues, such as postcards and movie stills.

THIS PAGE Devon tiles in Olive Gloss, $74 per sq m, Earp Bros. Timna Taylor condiment dish (centre), $40, Elke Lucas condiment dish (bottom right), $16.50, and Leaf dish by Karen Jennings (bottom left), $37.50, all DEA Store. All other items, stylist’s own. OPPOSITE PAGE Sarah Ellison ‘Paloma’ coffee table, $1695, Life Interiors. Cargo chair, $3890, Project 82. Linea Etch buffet, $3685, Globe West. Kristina Dam Studio ‘Curved’ pouf, $1035, Designstuff. GL Pinch UK ‘Anders’ pendant light, $3115, Spence & Lyda. Vermillion Flowers artwork by Clara Adolphs, $5500, Edwina Corlette Gallery. Baxter rug in Lime, $6534 (2m x 3m), Designer Rugs. Terra cylinder plant pot, $475, Garden Life. On table Vintage Japanese hand sculpture, $345, DEA Store. On chair Bale cushion, $69.95, Country Road. On sideboard (from left) M jug, $69, House of Orange. Elke Lucas ‘Flinders Range’ vase, $40, and Suvira McDonald ‘Wood Fired’ vase, $180, both DEA Store. Natural Stone sculpture, $275, Specified Store. Ferm Living ‘Bendum’ vase, $169, Designstuff. Timna Taylor ‘Cylinder’ vase, $240, DEA Store.

Paint I.D Advanced in Beach Lake (outer arch), Western Red (inner arch), and Shade Garden (wall), all $71.90 for 4L, Wattyl.

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STYLING JONO FLEMING PHOTOGRAPHY WILL HORNER

STYLING ASSISTANCE: RORY CARTER, ALEX AUSTIN, CHANTELLE TRAFICANTE. PHOTOGRAPHY: (BIKINI ON CHAIR IMAGE) COURTESY OF VENROY. (VENROY) SASKIA WILSON. ALL OTHER IMAGES FROM PINTEREST.

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olive

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the moodboard This vibrant blue conjures a French Riviera/mid-century modern mood; accent it with sandy neutrals and primary colours.

Look to Picasso, Calder and Matisse for more colour inspiration.

THIS PAGE Textured paver (30cm x 60cm), $79 per sq m, Di Lorenzo Tiles. Terrazzo ‘EMG-1115’ tile, from $160 per sq m, Signorino. Kyoto dish, $65, DEA Store.

All other items, stylist’s own. OPPOSITE PAGE Thonet ‘S 533 AS’ chairs, $1925 each, Anibou. Cassina ‘834 Cicognino’ side table, $2535, Space. Arte Terrazzo low table, $3488, Jardan. Atrio rug (152cm x 244cm), $699, West Elm. Flensted ‘Life & Thread’ mobile, $104.95, Stem. On side table Ferm Living ‘Muses’ vase, $149, Designstuff. On low table Citrus Geranium candle, $99, Jardan. On books Emma Young vase, $380, DEA Store. Artworks (clockwise from top left) The Revolutionist acrylic on canvas by Nunzio Miano, $1400, Curatorial+Co. Pine by Michael McIntyre, $2495, DEA Store. Abstract Cubism art print (50cm x 70cm), $129 (unframed), Gingerfinch. 2. Face pastel on paper by Michelle Elski, $550, Luumo Design Store. Drifter II oil on canvas by Henrik Godsk, $1400, Curatorial+Co. Beauteous Vessels art print, $120 (unframed), Bonnie Gray. Out of Your World, Into my World, Thinking of Our World ink on paper by Angus Martin, $370 (framed), Angus Martin Art. On shelf (from left) Metal Triangle lamp, $249, House of Orange. Bazaar vase, $32, Jardan. Paint Eggshell Acrylic in Frieda (wall), $114.50 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. Endure Interior in Acapulco Cliffs (window detail), $91 for 4L, Taubmans. Wash & Wear in Aztec Glimmer (shelf), $77.90 for 4L, Dulux.

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PALETTE BASE

cobalt blue

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the moodboard Restrained use of colour and gentle textures make for a refined palette. Marble is key, and the inclusion of both classical forms and modern materials like perspex create a fresh yet timeless feel.

THIS PAGE Haven fabric in Oyster, $143 per m, Warwick Fabrics. Japanese bud vase in Yellow, $45, and selenite stick, $55, both DEA Store. All other items, stylist’s own. OPPOSITE PAGE Island 3.5-seater sofa, $3820, Clickon Furniture. Papa Perspex ‘Shape A’ side table (left) and ‘Shape B’ side table, $950 each, Specified Store. Nordic Swede rug, $2590 (300cm x 240cm), Hali Handmade Rugs. Archie buffet, $2760, Globe West. On sofa Vahl Grid cushion in Oatmeal, $59.95, and Vahl Grid throw in Charcoal, $129, both Country Road. On tables (from left) Grey quartz and nickel tray, $1950, and Aerin ‘Lily Flower’ ornament, $555, both Becker Minty. OYOY ‘Graphic’ candleholder, $99, Designstuff. Amber Diamond candleholder, $89, House of Orange. Fferrone ‘Albany’ vase, $240, Becker Minty. On buffet (from left) Sia ceramic vase, $39.95, Sia glass vase, $69.95, and Tillie vase, $39.95, all Country Road. Artemis bust, $1295, Mercer & Lewis. Amber Cube candleholder, $49, House of Orange. On wall Paper Collective Marseille art print, $129 (unframed), Designstuff. Corbelle 1 sconce, $119, Beacon Lighting. Paint Endure Interior in Puppet Strings (wall), and Sin Bin (door frame), both $74.90 for 4L, Taubmans. STOCKISTS, page 150.

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washed sand

COLOURING

OUTSIDE THE LINES

GENTLE TEAL DETAILS Monique Woodward, principal of Wowowa Architecture & Interiors, has a strategy when selecting colour used within their projects: “We love to include narratives within our work because they’re timeless,” she says. To that end, these Kartell FL/Y transparent pendant lights designed by Ferruccio Laviani introduce a gentle colour focus and gloss in an otherwise earthy kitchen.

PHOTOGRAPHY: MARTINA GEMMOLA. STYLING: RUTH WELSBY. PICTURE RESEARCH: CRYSTAL OSBORN.

It’s the clever use of colour in these six amazing rooms that’s inspiring us to take a fresh look at our own personal palettes

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CONTINUOUS COLOUR WASH

PHOTOGRAPHY: TESS KELLY.

The warm, rosy blush that starts on the walls and continues across the ceiling in this apartment is unusual, but deeply inviting. Created by Sisällä interior designers: “We tested out a few pinks in the space, and settled on Porter’s Paints ‘Sisällä Studio’ custom colour. All the walls are this colour – it’s incredible how much it changes throughout the day.”

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LAYER ON LAYER OF MOODY BLUES

PHOTOGRAPHY: FELIX FOREST.

Interior designer and decorator Alexandra Donohoe Church of Decus Interiors used the same hue of grey-blue in a uniform wash over multiple materials - including the matching upholstery on this bespoke banquette. It creates a considered and calm dining retreat in this Woollahra terrace.

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HIGH-GLOSS JEWELÂ TONES

PHOTOGRAPHY: ROB FRITH, ACORN PHOTO.

Perth-based architect Simon Pendal approached this house with a wild colour concept to paint each room a completely different single colour. Simon selected Prussian blue for the sitting rooms, white for the bedrooms and clad the kitchen in this gorgeous glossy emerald green. What we love is the jaunty diagonal dividing line of white that peeks out of the corner.

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INVITING IN THE GREEN

PHOTOGRAPHY: MARTINA GEMMOLA. STYLING: RUTH WELSBY.

“If everything has a story, including the colours, then they’ll never date”, is the philosophy of Monique Woodward from Wowowa Architecture & Interiors. The story here in this Melbourne cottage is a welcoming tale, with this calm and inviting matt sage-green dressing the curved doors at the end of a hallway, mirroring the olive leaves in the garden courtyard and inviting the outside in.

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SERENE SURROUNDS

PHOTOGRAPHY: TESS KELLY.

The home office where this client of interior designer Lauren Li of Sisällä likes to spend time brainstorming is both calm with its wraparound blue walls and energetic with the vivid watermelon desk.

“The wall-mounted shelves are two-pac in the same colour for an overall effect that allows the objects and books to float in the coloured space,” Lauren explains.

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magic touch

GUTTER CREDIT

Wave a wand over your little wizard’s room and set their creativity levels soaring

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STYLING JONO FLEMING PHOTOGRAPHY KRISTINA SOLJO

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A RUG Anchor the space and set the tone with a patterned rug that looks like an antique from a far-off world. Network Rugs ‘Art Moderne Cezanne’ rug in Navy (2.3m x 1.6m), $199, Temple & Webster.

FINISHING TOUCHES… Spellbinding accessories for added charm.

CANOPY BED A canopy bed can be dressed up or down, according to your little wizard’s wishes.

Hypersonic Industries ‘Willow’ four-poster bed, $849 for single, Out of the Cot.

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Tärnaby table lamp, $29.99, IKEA.

A console or shelves are great for displaying books and a few of their favourite things. Maine pigeonhole shelf unit, $549, Early Settler.

OR TRY THIS…

STYLING ASSISTANCE: ALEXANDRA AUSTIN.

Harry Potter ‘Snitch’ cushion, $49, Pottery Barn Kids.

Sturdy and inexpensive, baskets are a brilliant clutterbusting solution for kids’ rooms. Try different shapes and sizes for toys, stationery or art supplies, blankets, even dirty laundry. Mai belly basket, $30, Freedom.

Indigo Love ‘Fez’ pouf, $240, Few and Far.

AND THE REST… On wall Wash & Wear paint in Dilly Blue, $91.55 for 4L, Dulux. Crosshatch No. 6 wallpaper in Indian Red, $72 per m, Quercus & Co. Hanging (from left) Numero 74 ‘Red Macaron’ bunting, $29, Leo & Bella. Majgull block-out curtain in Yellow, $59 for pair, IKEA. Clan William pendant light, $484, Emac & Lawton. On shelf unit (from left) Grayson 3 table lamp, $269, Beacon Lighting. Bella Casa ‘Knowle’ stag head, $119 for pair, Temple & Webster.

Crescent Moon mirror, $29, Urban Outfitters. Spyglass Gallery ‘Big Grey Owl’ framed print, $269, Temple & Webster. Begåvning dome with base, $9.99, IKEA. On bed (from left) Kendra quilt cover set, $169.95 for double, Linen House. Mercer+Reid ‘Bombay’ cushion in Rust, $59.99, Adairs. Kew throw in Ivy (1.4m x 1.8m), $179.95, Linen House. Numero 74 ‘Red Macaron’ star cushion, $50, Leo & Bella. Pima Cotton sheet set in White, $109.99 for single, Adairs. On floor (from left) Charcoal storage cases, from $129 for regular, Belle & Co Living. Chessplus chess board game, $49.90, Top3 By Design. Home Republic ‘Axel’ cushion in Mustard (left), $59.99, and ‘Alexandria’ cushion in Mustard, $69.99, Adairs. Ian Monty Wood ‘Cedar’ stool, $344, Oliver Thom. On stool Grayson 1 table lamp, $149, Beacon Lighting. STOCKISTS, page 150

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darkness vs. light Create drama in your space by combining a dip into the dark with a walk in the light. The moody hues at either end of the spectrum allow you to play with lots of colour — without actually being ‘colourful’

From left Eggshell Acrylic interior paint in Squid Ink, $105.97 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. Marcel Wanders ‘Mad Chair’ armchair, $8920, Poliform. Chapel round coffee table, $4700, DesignByThem. Agra rug in Midnight (2.4m x 3m), $4300, Armadillo & Co. Books, stylist’s own. Pebble vase in Oxide, $24 for medium, Curious Grace.

Tania Rollond ‘Black Water’ vase, POA, Skepsi Gallery. ClassiCon ‘Roattino’ floor lamp, $3655, Anibou. Eggshell Acrylic interior paint in Plaster of Paris, $114.50 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. Cassina ‘LC7’ swivel chair, $4955, Space. Livorno round dining table in White Speckle, $3220, GlobeWest. Mayu 01 pendant, $1650, Coco Flip. Lucie vase in Lava & Bone and Stevie vase in Lava & Bone, $250 each, Marloe Marloe. Cambio sculpture in Nero and Bianco, $1121, Greg Natale. STOCKISTS page 150.

WORDS ELIZA O’HARE STYLING NATALIE JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY NIC GOSSAGE

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DARK MATERIALS A dark natural palette creates a serene and welcoming mood in this project by Andrew Simpson Architects.

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DARK HUES Market Editor Natalie Johnson created this colour edit with an eye on a deeper level of sophistication than flat black can deliver.

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dark green. “Ink blue is so versatile, while dark green can make a great backdrop for lighter greens, wood and foliage,” she says.

And if you’re ready to experiment with darker tones, consider the parameters of your existing room.

“It’s all about the space itself, including natural light and the other materials used in the room,” says Wendy

Very dark and infinite blues that verge on the colour of midnight are gentle to the eye Rennie, Haymes colour expert. “Natural flooring in wood can really help warm up the space and carry off a dark wall instead of a lighter carpet.”

This means south-facing rooms may need a little more consideration, as natural light plays a huge role in introducing warmth into a darker space.

Contrast is key: light carpets and rugs and midtoned upholstery are pivotal, becoming framed pieces on a backdrop within a dark room. And one last tip before you start: dark walls can show imperfections, so invest in scrupulous wall prep and high-quality paints.

PHOTOGRAPHY: SHANNON MCGRATH.

Painting walls black still feels slightly shocking in this day and age of white-wall worship, but if you can brace yourself to commit to the darkness, the opportunities to create a warm, moody cocoon – even in just one room – are endless.

The myth that making rooms dark makes them feel cold and cramped is exploded by Rachel Lacy, Taubmans’ colour category manager. “It is such a common misconception. A small room will not appear bigger by painting it white, it can have the opposite effect. With white you can see where a surface starts and finishes; the edges of a space can become very defined,” she explains. But a dark room doesn’t need to be flat and stark. “Very dark and infinite blues that verge on the colour of midnight, such as Taubmans Night Blue, are gentle to the eye.”

True black can be tricky, so choosing the right shade is crucial. Go for the mid-dark spectrum and investigate deep charcoals, inky blues, earthy, muddy browns and also rich grey tones, which can deliver depth and strength as well as warmth.

Sarah Stephenson, brand and communications manager for Wattyl, is leaning towards ink blue and

1. Interior Expressions low-sheen acrylic paint in Impact, $74.90 for 4L, Haymes. 2. Matte Finish interior paint in Classic Navy, $55.50 for a quart (946ml), Jolie Home. 3.

Matte Finish interior paint in Graphite, $55.50 for a quart, Jolie Home. 4. Endure Interior low sheen paint in Night Blue, $89.40 for 4L, Taubmans. 5. Colour Natural Limewash interior paint in Onyx, $120 for 4L, Bauwerk.

6. Pure wall flat interior paint in Boro 2, $103 for 4L, Murobond. 7. Matt Emulsion interior paint in Tattoo, $100 for 2.5L, Graham & Brown.

8. Chroma Acrylic flat interior paint in Scope, $119 for 4L, Axolotl Paint.

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light... not white Everybody loves a white room, but if there’s one thing colour experts will tell you, it’s that not all whites are created equal, as Sarah from Wattyl explains. “All whites carry an undertone of one colour or another.”

And Rachel from Taubmans agrees. “White is not the absence of colour. The most coloured of all light is daylight – while appearing white, it is in fact made up of all the colours of the spectrum. There is no such thing as a pure white.”

Three shades on our radar right now are creamy pale greys, soft cloudy pinks and fleshy neutrals that are all in the light-not-white colour scheme that adds brightness as well as depth and warmth. “We see a trend toward white tones that are from a stonier palette – think of brick mortar shades,” says Emmaline Cox, design director at Axolotl Paint. “These can still

be leaning towards the grey or brown base and are softer than a stark white. Flat and textured finishes work best with these tones as they give a relaxed feel.”

Light paint is your ally. “If you’re looking to make your space bright, open and create the illusion of space, then I would recommend opting for a lighter shade,” says Lisa Rickert, founder of Jolie Home.

The intensity of your chosen paint shade is another consideration. Many whites and neutral colours are available in different colour percentages – full, half or quarter-strength. Use this to your advantage, taking into consideration that not all spaces receive the same amount of light. Select paints that will incrementally brighten a space: for instance, painting a dark hallway in quarter strength, leading into a bedroom with good daylight in the full-strength shade to get a similar tone throughout your home.

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by Decus Interiors makes a punchy entry in a neutral space.

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LIGHT HUES This collection of creamy greys and taupes are both cool and warm, but all of them add brightness to a room, says Natalie.

1. Endure Interior low sheen paint in Crisp White, $71.90 for 4L, Taubmans. 2. Eggshell Acrylic interior paint in Rubble, $105.97 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. 3. Pure wall flat interior paint in Bristle, $88 for 4L, Murobond.

4. Matt Emulsion interior paint in Glimmerous, $100 for 2.5L, Graham & Brown.

5. Interior Expressions low sheen acrylic paint in Greyology 1, $74.90 for 4L, Haymes. 6. Matte Finish interior paint in Antique White, $55.50 for a quart (946ml), Jolie Home.

7. Colour Natural Limewash interior paint in Whitewash, $120 for 4L, Bauwerk.

8. Chroma Acrylic Flat interior paint in Cumulus50, $119 for 4L, Axolotl Paint.

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DINING ROOM An oval travertine table that came with the house is the focal point of the dining room and is topped with Tony Assness candles and a Kosta Boda vase. A table lamp and chairs from Lawsons auctioneers, a chandelier from TheArtOfObject and an ornate mirror from the set of Australia complete the picture. EXTERIOR (opposite) The homeowners’ children, Ines and Rafael, spill out onto the front doorstep.

restoration piece

A former set and costume designer turned homewares curator uses her newly renovated home as the perfect backdrop for her collection of Australiana-inspired goods WORDS & STYLING ALEXANDRA GORDON PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOMER

STYLING ASSISTANT: LUCY FRANCIS. ALL FLOWERS THROUGHOUT BY CUMQUAT MAY BY MJ.

cheat sheet Who lives here Silvana Azzi Heras, of homewares design studio House of Heras, her husband Kim, a start-up entrepreneur, and their two children Ines, 7, and Rafael, 4.

Style of home The partially renovated four-bedroom Victorian Italianate home (circa 1885) required mainly cosmetic touches including converting the top storey to an atelier for Silvana’s emerging homewares business.

The house was bought in May 2016, work began in August and the family moved in November 2016.

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life-changing for Silvana Azzi Heras and her family. “We were on our way to an entirely different house inspection when we spotted this run-down beauty for sale,” says Silvana of the day she came across their now current home in Sydney’s Annandale.

“We immediately fell in love with the property – the bones were all there: 3.5-metre ceilings, large living areas and bedrooms, and a top floor with amazing views back to the city,” says the creative of the four-bedroom house she and her family encountered.

Another strange coincidence that almost made it a fait accompli was the common background shared by Silvana and the home’s previous owner. In 2017, Silvana launched House of Heras, a homewares collection that reflects her love of print, colour and Australiana. But prior to branching out on her own, she was head designer at film production company Bazmark for 17 years, where she worked on most of Baz Luhrmann’s films in various capacities, from costume design to production and graphics. “The previous owner had also been a costume designer – there were things she’d done, even in the partially renovated parts of the house, that could only have been done by someone with great design sense,” she says.

Fortunately for Silvana, most people were put off by the state of the house. “Ceilings were falling in, bathrooms were not completed. It was a half-renovated house that had been neglected.

Every single part of the property needed work in some way,” she

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LIVING ROOM A Jardan ‘Nook’ sofa, Pierre Jeanneret ‘Kangaroo’ chair and ‘Easy’ armchair, both Tigmi Trading, and eight-light pendant from TheArtOfObject lay the foundations of the living room.

The Wattle Delight rug from Designer Rugs, printed cushions from House of Heras and Jardan velvet and linen plain cushions add colour and pattern. Behind the brass floor lamp from Lawsons is a painting by Anthony White. DINING ROOM (opposite) Tony Assness candles and a selection of vases, both vintage and from Kosta Boda, adorn the table. The chandelier is from TheArtOfObject.

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says, adding, “whether fixing walls or ceilings, completing half-done bathrooms, making sure stairs and balconies were safe for the kids and even ripping out the yard to create a new usable green space,” she says. Silvana thoroughly enjoyed the process, as she could apply her design flair to a permanent structure. “We were lucky the house was only half completed as it gave us the opportunity to add our own touches along the way without the hassle of starting everything from scratch,” she says. Rather than feeling overwhelmed, the designer relished the selection of finishes and fixtures. “I loved going to Chippendale Restorations and seeing the endless options for our style of house, the mouldings, the light fittings and switches and the fireplaces,” she says.

While the work was mainly cosmetic, the end result is a good lesson in how colour can transform a space. The kitchen feels current not staid thanks to Dulux ‘Anotec Grey’, the shade Silvana chose for the joinery. “I spent a lot of time testing the colours to find the right one,” she says. Elsewhere, off-white and soft grey provide the perfect foil for the rich interiors while Resene ‘Edward’, a grey-green drawn from Spanish moss, has freshened up the ornate exterior. By contrast, the sunroom off her bedroom was left untouched and the patina of the chipped original paintwork brings a lovely soft, romantic quality to the space.

The grand house was somewhat bigger than their previous apartment but this didn’t pose a problem for the self-confessed bowerbird. “We did have to source some new things because of the size of the place, but I’d been secretly building a collection of furniture, art and objects that I love, and from every film I’ve worked on, in anticipation of finding our perfect home,” says Silvana. Her mid-century modern pieces inject youthfulness to the period house, and every surface holds a fascinating array of curios. A recent collaboration with Designer Rugs meant she didn’t have to look far to find the perfect complement for the refinished original floorboards. “Perhaps it was a case of willing it to happen, or perhaps it was merely coincidence, but the house really was the perfect complement to my design aesthetic, and my collection fit perfectly with the new spaces,” the designer says.

Two-and-a-half years later, Silvana and her family could not be happier. “It really is perfect for us right now,” she says. The location is ideal, within walking distance of the local school, Annandale village and Rozelle Bay parklands and tramsheds, yet close to the city. “I also love that there’s space for everyone and we can move freely through the house without running into each other,” says Silvana, who’s been able to convert the basement into a rumpus room and the top storey into an atelier for her emerging business. To the untrained eye, the house appears finished, but this is never the case for truly creative types. “All it needs now is some amazing wallpaper, which I am working on at the moment through my design studio, House of Heras,” she laughs.

To browse Silvana’s homewares collection, visit houseofheras.com

KITCHEN Mother of Pearl & Sons aged brass knobs, a Carrara marble benchtop and hand-painted cupboards in Dulux ‘Anotec Grey’ transformed the kitchen. A Persian rug from Lawsons and House of Heras napkins add the touch of colour for which Silvana is renowned. DINING ROOM (opposite, top) Rafael and Kim play the piano, which is topped with an Adriana Picker illustration and an antique yacht from Lawsons. KITCHEN (opposite, below) Framed vintage vegetable drawings from a calendar and a collection of vintage silver make a pretty display in the kitchen.

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COLOUR PALETTE

grey matter

A combination of soft greys and white will quietly boost the elegance of any room.

FROM LEFT Wash&Wear paint in Anotec Dark Grey, $91.55 for 4L, Dulux. Zylone Sheen acrylic paint in Edward, $83.15 for 4L, Resene.

Eggshell acrylic paint in Chintz Grey, $114.50 for 4L, Porter’s Paints.

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MASTER BEDROOM On the bed are a House of Heras cushion, Jardan velvet cushion, Paddo to Palmy cream throw and In Bed linen sheets. A mirror from Lunatiques, MCM House bedside lamp, Catherine Martin for Mokum ‘La Palma’ curtains and House of Heras for Designer Rugs ‘Sugarbush’ rug bring the drama.

SUNROOM (opposite) An Ikea pendant hangs above a sofa sourced from Lawsons auctioneers. Cushions from House of Heras, Laura Ashley and Jardan, a vintage frame from Silvana’s father-inlaw and a small rug from the set of Australia add to the sense of intimacy.

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GREAT FINDS

vintage vibe

FROM TOP Serge Mouille 5-arm ‘Spider’ pendant in Black, $13,385, Cult. House of Heras ‘Wattle Delight’ rug (2m x 3m), $5460, Designer Rugs. Shield mirror, $75, The Society Inc. Frank chair, $899, McMullin & Co. Midi velvet cushion in Blush, $86 with insert, L&M Home.

Gumnut Paradise velvet cushion cover, $110, House of Heras.

ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON

Pair decorative Australiana-style pieces with bold mid-century finds.

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LESSONS LEARNT “If I could do it again I would have used a matt finish for the exterior and a shade darker for the interior walls.”

HALLWAY Rafael rummages through the linen cupboard outside the bathroom.

In front of the landing is a Coco Republic console with Kosta Boda white bowls.

BATHROOM (opposite top & bottom) Thanks to builder Adam Lobina from Altrades, who took over work on the half-completed space, the bathroom is now serene and functional with its original features perfectly highlighted.

SILVANA AZZI HERAS, HOMEOWNER

“That way, the contrast between the walls and the white woodwork would be greater. Maybe we can make those changes in a few years.”

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A SHARED PLOT IN PERTH HOUSES A BRIGHT AND CLEVERLY DESIGNED SMALL HOME BUILT FOR AN EXPANDING FAMILY

urban chalet WORDS CERI DAVID STYLING LISA QUINN-SCHOFIELD PHOTOGRAPHY JODY D’ARCY

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PUREBOND ROCK MAPLE PLYWOOD. CONCRETE STUDIO KITCHEN BENCHTOPS.

KITCHEN Homeowner James Crombie sourced the bricks used throughout the family home. “We think they originally came from the beautiful old Perry Lakes Stadium, built for the Commonwealth Games in 1962.” EXTERIOR (opposite) The house is clad in Frencham rough-sawn Cypress. “People call it the Gingerbread House or the Ski Cabin,” says James.

cheat sheet Who lives here James Crombie, a film and TV set dresser; his wife Bekk, an architecture graduate; their children Beatrice, 9, Bjørn, 7, and Elsie, 9 months; and Chalkie the cat.

Style of home A 78-square-metre eco-friendly house in Perth on a plot shared with their best friends.

Bekk spent 11 months on planning and approvals, followed by an eight-month build.

The house cost approximately $$$$ $170k to build.

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PATIO “We’re so lucky with the climate that we can open up the doors and double the size of the house,” says Bekk of the Meranti timber-framed sliding glass doors.

KITCHEN (left) The cupboards were painted in White Knight ‘Chalkboard Green’ so Beatrice, Bjørn and eventually Elsie can get creative and use the space.

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Bekk Crombie fell in love with yellow. “We were looking for an interesting colour for the bridesmaids’ dresses and bonbonniere,” says Bekk. “We went for a really warm, deep yellow that, strangely, we’d liked from [horror film] Rosemary’s Baby. It looks so rich teamed with white.”

Though the yolky shade didn’t get a mention in their vows, it’s followed them through the birth of their first two children, Beatrice and Bjørn, a couple of years living in Norway and back again to the house they built in Perth. Here, visitors are welcomed by it at the front door and when they ring the doorbell. It’s the colour of the family’s bikes and the ladder that leads to James and Bekk’s loft bedroom. “Friends have started calling it ‘Crombie yellow’,” says James, “because it pops up in everything we do.”

When it comes to personal touches, that yellow is just the tip of the iceberg. Everything in this house has been adapted, customised and reinvented – right down to the land it sits on, which they share with their best friends Nathan and Helen.

The plan was hatched while the Crombies were living in Norway, where Bekk’s family is originally from. “I suggested it half-jokingly to our friends… but within a couple of weeks all four of us were actively looking at properties and finance options,” says James. “They would renovate a house and we would build another one – and we would all live together on the same block.”

It was an idea that ticked many boxes for both families. “[It] gave us a chance to live ‘small’,” James says. “For similar money we could’ve had a triple garage mansion an hour up the freeway… but instead we have a five-minute walk to school, the train, supermarket and parks, and enough of a garden to grow vegies.”

Many would baulk at living in such close proximity of their friends, but these guys were confident they could make it work.

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bright idea

Not everything needs to be new. Salvaged items like these 1970s industrial lamps from General Electric were found at the tip shop and add a cost-effective focal point to the patio.

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DINING AREA The painting above the window is a collaborative piece the Crombies made by all painting the same vase. The pendants are vintage finds and the table is from IKEA. THE NOOK (opposite) A custom sofa from At Home Furniture & Homewares is a colourful base for Mobilia cushions and the blue blanket from Bambury. Vintage finds like the wooden stool, map of Europe and pendant light add character.

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There are vintage industrial pendant lamps in blues and greens, and mid-century teak furniture inherited from James’s dad.

“Nathan and I have been friends since we were eight, and Nat, Bekk and I all played in a band called The Bank Holidays,” says James. “We had a bit of success a few years ago, before kids. So we knew we could work together.”

They started making offers and struck lucky on their fifth go: a 600-square-metre corner block in Shenton Park with a small 1950s house, which Nathan and Helen would renovate and move into with their two kids, plus space for James and Bekk to build.

That said, the block couldn’t be subdivided, so their ‘house’ would need to fit the specifications for an ancillary dwelling – aka a granny flat. Ultimately, they got approval for 78 square metres and just one storey – but the couple were up for the challenge.

Bekk, an architecture graduate, describes designing her own house as a dream. “We’ve always lived in a compact way.”

James agrees. “At one stage in Norway we were living in a 55-square-metre boathouse and it really suited us.”

The Crombies moved back to Western Australia in 2015 and planned the project with three set key criteria in mind – build an environmentally friendly home to a tight budget that maximised their small space.

According to Bekk, “the most central concept of the home is reverse-brick veneer” – a method where bricks are used for the interior as they naturally regulate temperature far better than other materials. The house is positioned to make the most of winds for ventilation and the sun for warmth, and is divided into two long halves. To one side is the open-plan living space (with TV nook, kitchen and dining area), which has extra space thanks to the high vaulted ceiling and large glass doors that open onto the garden. On the other side are two children’s rooms, bathroom, laundry and wardrobe, crowned by a mezzanine bedroom for Bekk and James, which is cleverly accessed by the yellow ladder.

“In terms of materials, the brief was always, ‘This, or something similar,’ so there was room for creativity and flexibility,” says Bekk.

“Luckily, James has such a keen eye.”

James, a set decorator, sourced many of the elements used in the house. Clearly, repurposing old materials is a win for sustainability, and the character it adds to a new build is a huge benefit. “We didn’t want our home to look like it had just landed from outer space,” says Bekk. “It has a very established feel, and that suits our tastes. It means it’s easy wearing, as well.”

There’s colour and texture everywhere, from the various timbers whose shades will evolve as they age, to kitchen cupboards given a lick of green chalkboard paint so the kids use less paper. There are vintage industrial pendant lamps in blues and greens, and mid-century teak furniture inherited from James’s dad. “I don’t do it often enough, but when you have a moment to relax, it’s a feast for your eyes,” Bekk exclaims.

A lack of time to sit still is understandable given that just after moving in, the Crombies discovered they were expecting again.

Would Bekk have designed something bigger had she known they would become a family of five? She takes a moment to mull it over. “I mean, if we’d known we’d have to accommodate another baby we might have,” she says, before reconsidering.

“No, it just works. Elsie has slotted in perfectly. It’s such an easy space to negotiate everyday life. I’m pretty content.”

COLOUR PALETTE

technicolour dream

A bold splash of colour used sparingly in small spaces will invigorate a room.

Interior Expressions low-sheen acrylic paint in Hunter Green and Texas Yellow, $74.90 for 4L, Haymes.

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KIDS’ BEDROOM A Pink Sahara rug from Oh Happy Home and Bambury ‘Rainbow’ quilt cover prove kids’ spaces don’t need to be childish. The wooden toy boat mounted on the wall is a sweet reminder of Norway. BATHROOM (opposite) The IKEA taps were powder coated in the same ‘Crombie yellow’ used throughout the house (Dulux ‘Safety Yellow’). Mosaic pool tiles create synergy between the shower area and the rest of the bathroom.

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mid-century musts

FROM LEFT Loop stool, from $950, Mark Tuckey. Julia coffee table, $209.95, Zanui. Olva/ Unikko mug, $35, Marimekko.

Tana sofa in Canary Yellow, $879, Castlery. Peach velvet penny round cushion cover, $49, Castle.

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ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NG: NATALIE JOHNSON

Mix sleek wooden pieces with muted colours to create a cosy cabin vibe.

COSMIC STUDIOS STOOL. IKEA VANITY. CONCRETE STUDIO VANITY TOP.

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MASTER BEDROOM Chalkie looks out from James and Bekk’s loft bedroom. The artwork is by James, who is a visual artist, as well as a TV and film set dresser.

OPPOSITE Emmie Ruta bedlinen from IKEA and a Bedtonic blanket echo the Scandi feel of the loft. James’s grandfather painted the alpine scene sitting on the built-in drawers of the plywood headboard and the pink vase is from Mobilia in WA.

“In terms of materials, the brief was always, ‘This, or something similar,’ so there was room for creativity and flexibility” BEKK CROMBIE, HOMEOWNER

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“[They] now feel very hard to get done. Solar panels, vents, whirlybirds — they weren’t particularly exciting or imperative to moving in, and now I’m not really sure how long it will be before they’re completed.”

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STORY COURTESY OF BUREAUX, BUREAUX.CO.ZA

A Cape Town apartment in need of a complete overhaul was the perfect creative project for an interior designer to work her monochromatic magic

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LIVING AREA A Vintage Reloaded rug, Marconi sofa and Michael tables from Weylandts make this open space feel inviting. “I selected comfortable, beautiful pieces that don’t overpower the space, but work well in terms of materiality and proportion,” says homeowner Kim Smith.

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LIVING AREA The apartment’s brick walls are painted in Plascon ‘Aniseed’, while concrete tiles complete the grey canvas. Drama is provided by ceiling-high steel beams and open shelving. Kim didn’t put a TV on this floor “because this area is for listening to music, talking and unwinding”. DINING AREA (right) Kim (pictured) sits at the Gamma table and Swing chairs from her store Weylandts.

W cheat sheet Who lives here: Kim Smith, an interior designer and the director of furniture and homewares store Weylandts.

Style of home: A one-bedroom loft apartment in Cape Town, South Africa received an industrial-style reno.

The cost of the reno was almost $$$$ half of the purchase price due to essential electrical and plumbing work.

Kim bought the apartment in early 2017. The project started in May 2017 and all major changes were completed by August that year.

hat’s on your bucket list? Ask

most people and they’ll say they want to try skydiving, or take a year off to travel.

But if you ask Kim Smith, an interior designer and the director of South African furniture and homewares store Weylandts, her answer reveals a loftier ambition, literally. In early 2017, she set her sights on transforming a top-floor apartment in one of Cape Town’s most sought-after districts. “I was looking for a personal creative project, and an inner-city loft has always been on my bucket list,” says Kim. So she went on the hunt for a renovation-ready space.

When she first saw the apartment, she was won over by its proximity to the city’s most popular cafes and boutiques and its panoramic view of the nearby skyline-grazing mountains. The buzzing location and that breathtaking backdrop became a source of inspiration during the project, but first, Kim needed to make the loft, which is split over three levels at the top of a 10-storey building, more practical to live in. “I completely gutted the place and sorted out all the levels to make it more user-friendly,” says Kim. “Most of my changes were quite extreme because the previous owners had made some alarming cosmetic additions.

I stripped it back to its original form, then added materials that complement the space.” This involved reconfiguring and simplifying the floorplan so each room flows into the next, installing a new kitchen and bathroom, and extending the mezzanine above the bedroom to serve as an intimate sitting area.

With years of interior design experience, Kim had a very clear vision of how her apartment should feel. “I wanted to create a cocoon; private, peaceful and unexpected.” To achieve this, solid walls were installed to replace the old tin sheets that had previously separated the living zones. Cosy nooks were also created with the

“Good design involves discipline, serious editing and thoughtful layering�

KIM SMITH, HOMEOWNER

bright idea Rather than crowding the balcony with a table and chairs set, built-in benches provide ample room for Kim and her guests to enjoy drinks al fresco with a front-row view of the city skyline.

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help of carefully placed furniture to nurture this sense of privacy.

With the layout complete, Kim turned her focus to the colour scheme. Dark stained oak floors, granite benches and cement tiles blend in with the exposed steel structure, and the grey walls create a “moodier, edgier look,” says Kim. “I wanted this space to reflect and play off the location. It’s masculine, bold and simple with an emphasis on great design and comfort.”

On paper, the industrial surfaces and neutral palette might seem monastic. But with Kim’s skilfully honed sensitivity to colour, texture and light, her apartment is the epitome of urban sophistication. Take, for example, how the grey palette in the open-plan kitchen and living area beautifully balances the natural light that streams through the balcony’s floor-to-ceiling windows.

“I was very cognisant of the environment and how the interior relates to the exterior, so I opted to use the dark to soften the brightness of the outdoors,” says Kim. And to temper all those heavy, hard-wearing materials, sensual textiles, warm rugs and an abundance of indoor plants decorate every room, which Kim says is essential for adding life to the loft’s masculine architectural style.

Objects and artworks collected locally and while travelling are displayed in vignettes to enhance the nocturnal colour scheme without overwhelming it. “Often, people put everything they like into one project and the result is schizophrenic,” says Kim. Speaking of proportion, size was another factor to consider during the redesign. Large rugs and sofas create more intimate zones within the living spaces, while comfy armchairs in unused corners provide spots to curl up and read a book. So, how does she feel having ticked this renovation project off her bucket list?

“I have no regrets. I love being able to make a place your own,” says Kim. “This is my idea of urban living − a central, stylish and spacious retreat, high above the city.”

MEZZANINE The loft’s top level is made for relaxing. Under the Eames armchair is an Inguni cowhide from Weylandts and stained timber floors. KITCHEN (above) The honed granite island is an ideal size for entertaining, while the pendants and bar stools are from Weylandts. Kim chose the Beautiful Imperfection linen artwork to contrast the grey walls. BALCONY (opposite) “I love sitting on the balcony with the olive trees and jasmine creeper,” says Kim. The green stools are ceramic.

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“I’ve always liked natural materials.

I draw on nature all the time” KIM SMITH, HOMEOWNER

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MEZZANINE Kim mixes items she has collected over time with furniture from Weylandts and locally sourced art.

“This apartment definitely has an African heartbeat.” BATHROOM (opposite) The bathroom was transformed during the reno. Kim opted for a natural cement palette and had an oversized shower installed. Kim’s penchant for open shelving extends to this space while the hanging plants lend a tropical feel.

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GREAT FINDS

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COLOUR PALETTE

FROM TOP Buxton 1 light pendant in Black, $349 for medium, Beacon Lighting. Broste Copenhagen short crackle vase in Thyme, $41, May Time. Glaze rug in Midnight (2.7m x 1.8m), $6500, Hali. Zimbabwe Bjulawayo Gourd basket, $269 for medium, Bisque Traders. Eames lounge and ottoman in Oiled Santos Palisander and Black Leather, $11,895, Living Edge.

in the mood

There’s nothing more elegantly edgy than a floor-to-ceiling grey scheme in tonal hues.

FROM TOP Interior Expressions low-sheen acrylic paint in Moon White, $81.30 for 4L, and Element, $88.60 for 4L, Haymes.

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Keep industrial interiors nteriors more sophisticated than an austere with timeless, neutral-toned -toned items.

BEDROOM The monochrome scheme continues in Kim’s bedroom, as does the and sense of spaciousness thanks to big sliding doors and skylights. She isn’t a fan of built-in closets so she had the steel and wood shelf custom made. Her bed was also made locally. BEDROOM & MEZZANINE (opposite) The side tables and lamps were sourced from Weylandts.

A metal wall separating the bedroom and bathroom speaks to the industrial decor, while woven baskets add natural texture.

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CREATIVE SPIRIT DANIEL TOOK A PLAYFUL APPROACH TO DECORATING THIS SWEDISH APARTMENT SO HIS CHILDREN WOULD FEEL RIGHT AT HOME

WORDS DEBORAH GRANT & MARIA CHIARA PHOTOGRAPHY JOHANNA LEHTINEN

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STORY COURTESY OF HOUSE OF PICTURES, HOUSEOFPICTURES.COM. HAY ‘MAGS’ SOFA, CULT. PAINTED-MARBLE TABLE, NICK ROSS. FERM LIVING THROW. NORMANN COPENHAGEN ‘BELL LAMP’ (OPPOSITE), SURROUNDING. MUUTO ‘FIBER’ CHAIR AND VASES, LIVING EDGE. PRINT BY MARI HELEN WAHLBERG

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DINING AREA The star of this palette is the apricot-pink on the living room walls and colour-matched dining table. Blue and green also feature. LIVING (opposite) Homeowner Daniel in front of his 35th birthday present. “I had a big party and put up a canvas on the wall for people to paint — this is how it looked at 4am!”

CHEAT SHEET Who lives here Daniel Heckscher, an interior architect and partner at the multidisciplinary Note Design Studio. He has two children: son Otis, 9, and daughter India, 7.

Style of home A two-bedroom circa 1988 apartment in Saltsjöbaden, 30 minutes from Stockholm.

Heckscher bought the property in July 2014 and has turned what was a “white box” into a vibrant space his kids love living in.

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BRIGHT IDEA Take an old pine floor and create a new look with a tile-style pattern.

“It’s a traditional Swedish way of painting wooden kitchen floors, which began when tiles were expensive,” says Daniel.

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achievement, but turning something “quite ugly” into a thing of beauty is something else altogether. That was the case for interior architect Daniel Heckscher, who took a “boring white box” of an apartment, complete with an unattractive 1980s exterior, and made it an inspirational colour statement. Key to the renovation’s success was his lavish use of the ever-popular millennial pink, a choice inspired by the optimistic apricot-pink of the building’s skin. “Because that colour is so visible from my balcony and bay window, I either had to block it out or invite it into the apartment,” he says.

There were two other reasons for Daniel to embrace pink and a cache of complementary colours to put with it: his children Otis and India, who spend most weekends with him. “Their other home is very colourful and I wanted to create a certain chromatic continuity for them,” he says. “So they see something familiar and feel good every time they come here. Plus, they love pink.”

Daniel began transforming the 83 square-metre space in 2014, as soon as he moved in. He works on many commercial projects with a strong visual impact, so used his home as a testing ground for ideas and materials. Starting with an upgrade of the kitchen and bathroom, he then installed pink wall tiles in the entrance hall and continued the colour in paint throughout. To balance the scheme, Daniel chose a cool blue-green shade he’d used in a previous home to paint over the old wooden parquetry on the floor and lower sections of the living-room walls. When he accessorised with pieces by some of his design icons and friends, he opted for purer colours that pop against the pastels.

While there’s a frivolity here that may stem from Daniel’s time studying design in Milan, he says the palette is still tailored to Scandinavian light. “If you take a vivid colour from a place close to the equator, like Morocco or India, and try to recreate it here, it falls flat because we don’t have that warm light. So although my apartment’s very colourful, it’s not done with colours that need really warm light, because that would never work here.”

Daniel says the blue paint in his bedroom is completely matt, giving it a “super soft feeling. In the kids’ room, the wall colour is a lighter version of the one in mine. But it’s darker in there, so the colour looks the same and it’s a seamless transition. The blue is peaceful and calming and so easy to fall asleep with.”

Interestingly, the only white areas in the apartment are the functional spaces: the kitchen and entryway (the bathroom and ceilings are light grey). “In Sweden, nobody puts white in their entrance hall because of all the mud brought in during the slushy times of winter,” Daniel explains. “I think it was the rebel in me that wanted to do something contrary, but since there are also tiles on the walls I can just hose the whole hall down!”

Practicality and fun, plus making Otis and India feel secure, was always the end game, and the colour scheme continues to be a talking point for all who visit. “I wouldn’t say this is not overwhelming,” Daniel admits, “but this is how I roll and I have no regrets about the pink. It’s been great living with it for the past few years. If you want colour, don’t hold back. Dare to explore and don’t be afraid to express yourself.”

‘ALODIA’ STOOLS (OPPOSITE), CAPPELLINI. ESTABLISHED & SONS ‘TOPP’ LAMP. HAY TRAY. JAIME HAYÓN FOR BARCELONA VASE

esigning a thing of beauty is an

KITCHEN (above and right) Blue, green and yellow join the pink party in the kitchen, which has a new marble benchtop, cupboards and tiled walls.

HALLWAY (opposite) The painting is a family project, says Daniel. “It’s an ongoing artwork by me and the kids, where we can whip out crayons or paint and do a few strokes when we feel like it.”

“One thing I would do again is specify a lot of tiles. Always use more than you’d think possible.”

DANIEL HECKSCHER, HOMEOWNER

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HAY SOFA (OPPOSITE) AND TABLES. ÖRSJÖ BELYSNING AB ‘BAKLAVA’ LIGHT. NORQUAY CO OARS.

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LIVING ROOM “I put the shelves together” says Daniel. “I did a quick sketch and a carpenter cut out the coloured MDF boards for me.” Foto ceiling lights

by Zero Lighting bring the wow factor.

ENTRANCE HALL (opposite) Daniel fully committed to tiles near the front door, laying pink ones diamond-style on the walls (outlined with terracottatoned grouting) and white ones in a herringbone pattern on the floor. Plenty of hooks keep bags and hats off the floor. Low seat by Andreas Engesvik.

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COLOUR PALETTE

“FIND THE RIGHT PALETTE FOR YOU” DANIEL HECKSCHER, HOMEOWNER

“A few people have asked me about my palette and then tried it themselves, with very different outcomes. There are so many variables – light, location, surfaces, space and volume – and experience and confidence also have a lot to do with the result. Be courageous and land the big strokes, but only if you’re doing the painting yourself; if you’re not confident in your abilities, hire a pro to do it. ”

FROM TOP Wash&Wear low sheen acrylic paint in Petula, $77.90 for 4L, Dulux. Endure interior paint in ‘Iron Mask’, $74.90 for 4L, Taubmans. Wash&Wear low sheen acrylic paint in Submerge, $91.55 for 4L, Dulux.

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muted hues

FROM LEFT Fogia ‘Bowl’ coffee table, $1540 for small, Fred International.

Normann Copenhagen ‘Bell’ lamp, $475 for extra small, Curious Grace. Muuto ‘Fiber’ armchair, $971, Living Edge. BD Barcelona Design ‘No.4’ vase, $1270, Living Edge. Hay ‘1 Dot’ cushion, $185, Cult.

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Dark-toned neutrals cast pastel pieces in a Scandi-style light.

MASTER BEDROOM Watery greens and blues make this sleeping space ultra relaxing. The bedding and cushions are from Hay. BATHROOM (opposite) Despite looking white at first glance, the bathroom is actually light grey and green, with a generous Corian sink. “It’s big so the kids can splash around in it all they want,” says Daniel. Reflected in the mirror is the family’s evolving art piece.

BRIGHT IDEA Create a backdrop for your bed by gluing wooden strips to the wall in a diagonal pattern and painting over them. Daniel used the same technique in his living area to make the dado rail.

“Colour doesn’t make a room feel smaller; colour on the walls makes it more beautiful.”

DANIEL HECKSCHER, HOMEOWNER

PHOTOGRAPHY: CHRIS WARNES. STYLING: KERRIE-ANN JONES. ARTWORKS: MARBLE SCULPTURE (ON TABLE)

BY STEPHEN ORMANDY, OLSENGALLERY.COM. CHA-CHA PRINT BY DANIELLE CROSS, DANIELLEX.COM. DIRTY DRAWINGS SERIES OF NINE PRINTS BY MILES HALL, ARTBANK, ARTBANK.GOV.AU

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ARABESCATO MARBLE, GRANITE & MARBLE WORKS (THROUGHOUT). BRUSHBOX FLOORING (THROUGHOUT). ARTWORKS BY CONCHITA CARAMBANO (LEFT) AND EMMA WARD (RIGHT). WALLS, CEILINGS AND TRIMS PAINTED DULUX NATURAL WHITE (THROUGHOUT).

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tropic wonder Brimming with tropical touches, a resort-inspired renovation has resulted in a laidback Sydney villa among the palm trees

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living room The linen sofas, leather ottoman (both Jardan), resin cocktail table (Coco Republic), and felted-wool rug (Tappeti Fine Handcrafted Rugs+Carpets) deliver textural interest.

Birch pendant lights from Fred International and palm-leaf prints from Designer Boys Collections link the interior with the courtyard outside. The Triple X coffee table from Spence & Lyda references the console in the entry.

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Feature Brunschwig & Fils Feuillage wallpaper from Elliott Clarke in the entry (left) sets the tropical tone, complemented by a Balinese-style console from Boyd Blue and timber pendants from Marz Designs. In the master bedroom, a Line Series walnut sideboard from Spence & Lyda provides additional storage and a display space for art and other treasures.

ARTWORK BY MARIE SCHLEDERER (ON SIDEBOARD).

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Corlett, founder of fitness centre Women of Treign, and her husband Hamish, who works in finance, wanted nothing more than to return to an inviting and relaxing home at the end of a long day. In 2016, with family plans on the horizon, the couple bought this four-bedroom villa in Sydney’s east. “We were drawn to the home’s quiet, secluded location and open-plan layout,” says Melanie. “The structure was sound and there was great flow from one room to another. It just needed some TLC to bring it back to life.”

An added bonus for the couple, who welcomed their daughter Emme in July 2018, was the abundant greenery surrounding the property. “With views of mature palms from most of the windows, the home almost feels like a treehouse,” Melanie adds. “It’s so peaceful and calming that we were keen to extend that feeling – a sense of tranquillity – inside.”

After undertaking some minor structural changes to achieve their ideal layout, the couple’s builders, Jarred Isaacman from Bear the Builder and Ron Efrat from Orishon Projects, recommended interior designer Hellen Pappas of H Interior Design to help give the home a cosmetic refresh. Hellen’s timeless, sophisticated style and attention to detail appealed to the couple instantly. “We researched her work and loved the way she used custom joinery, statement lighting and beautiful artworks to bring elegance to her interiors. It was very us,” says Melanie.

cheat sheet Who lives here: Melanie and Hamish Corlett, their daughter Emme, 8 months, and two French bulldogs Kona and Lou. Style of home: A two-storey, four-bedroom villa on a sloping block. Its location, adjacent to a nature reserve in Sydney’s east, imbues the property with an oasis feel. Custom joinery, a tropical resort-inspired palette and natural materials work together to connect every room with its surroundings.

The couple bought the villa in 2016.

After making some minor layout changes, interior designer Hellen Pappas was engaged to refresh the decor. The project took approximately six months.

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Hamish and Melanie desired a sophisticated yet family- and pet-friendly home, including functional furniture with timeless appeal. Taking this brief on board, Hellen sought to create mindful spaces with restorative qualities. “It’s long been proven that spending more time in nature helps boost our wellbeing, so it made sense to add consistent references to the verdant outlook the house enjoys,” says Hellen.

As Hamish and Melanie didn’t want to include any of their existing furniture in the revamped interior, Hellen had a blank canvas to work with. Taking inspiration from the surrounding landscape, a neutral palette of greys and whites is used throughout, layered with textural natural materials – Arabescato marble, rich timber for the flooring and statement furniture, cool linen upholstery. “The natural elements deliver a light and breezy tropical vibe, enhancing the interior’s connection with the outdoors,” says Hellen.

Ercol ‘Capena’ dining chair, r, $625, Temperature Design..

Petunia rug (1.82 diameter),), n $750, Armadillo & Co. Sean Dix ‘Triple X’ side table in American Walnut, $495, Spence & Lyda. Alby ottoman in Stella wool/ Blizzard, $554, Jardan.

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Melanie and Hamish’s wishlist + A magnificent master suite, incorporating a luxurious ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, that felt wonderfully inviting yet totally private. + Play up the ‘treehouse’ feel and create a good connection with the outdoors through light, textures and playful tropical patterns. + A facelift for the existing kitchen, with a show-stopping marble feature wall that incorporates the extractor. + An entry that oozes relaxed simplicity with plenty of storage.

lessons learnt

“It’s worth investing in furniture and paintings that make your heart skip a beat. The few pricey pieces we splashed out on, which made me feel uncomfortable at the time, have turned out to be well worth every cent and will bring us joy for years to come.”

MELANIE CORLETT, HOMEOWNER

ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON.

Hellen’s calm, laidback style was the perfect fit for Melanie and Hamish’s relax-and-unwind brief. “I don’t do loud interiors,” says Hellen. “I think the vibrancy and dynamism of my designs comes through in the detailing.”

Working closely with her clients from start to finish, Hellen compiled comprehensive moodboards (including samples of joinery timber and fabrics), which helped Melanie and Hamish clearly visualise the finished product. “Hellen provided us with several pages of different concepts and we would pick and choose what we liked,” says Melanie. “Working with her took a lot of the hard work out of the project for us.”

The interiors are peppered with timber accents, especially walnut, both upstairs and down. “Bringing the outside in was always front of mind,” says Hellen. “We wanted to capture elements of the home’s surroundings and breathe life into the interiors, so we applied the same natural palette and textural details throughout for cohesion and flow.” Hellen designed many of the furnishings herself, including the linen-upholstered headboard in the master bedroom, which features a stitch detail that echoes the detailing on the vanity in the adjacent ensuite.

Hamish and Melanie’s preference for natural materials comes together in the living room. Key furnishings are neutral-toned but textured – a wool rug, linen upholstery for the sofas, a tan leather ottoman – and teamed with sculptural timber furniture and lighting. Hellen introduced colour via accent cushions and palm tree-themed artworks, the green hues picking up on the verdant views through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Statement Brunschwig & Fils Feuillage wallpaper in the entrance expresses the couple’s personality and hints at the delights to come.

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Melanie and Hamish wanted a robust eight-seater dining table that would accommodate their extended family and have substantial presence in the open-plan kitchen/dining area. The strong, sleek lines of the Boss dining table and Mia chairs, both from Fanuli, are balanced by the organic grain of the kitchen’s Arabescato marble splashback. The KAV Classic ceramic and walnut pendant light over the dining table, from ECC Lighting+Furniture, visually links the kitchen’s white joinery and stone-composite benchtops (both existing) with the timber elements.

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bathroom The ensuite was designed as a pod between the bedroom and walk-in wardrobe. Cloud-like Harper marble is used for the vanity benchtop and tiles. Handmade bone handles from Mood Furniture are a highlight.

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By knocking through to the existing self-contained apartment adjoining the house, Hamish and Melanie doubled the size of the master bedroom. “The previous owners had renovated the apartment just prior to selling so we felt awful demolishing it, but it had to happen to achieve Melanie and Hamish’s dream of creating a luxurious retreat,” says Hellen.

The generous new bedroom suite is divided into three zones, with a marble-tiled ensuite pod separating the bedroom and walk-in wardrobe. “We installed glass panels along one wall of the bathroom in order to maximise natural light in the ensuite,” says Hellen. “The glass also allows light from the bedroom to flow into the dressing area beyond.”

As the renovation progressed, Melanie and Hamish’s plans evolved to include a new front door and stairwell rejuvenation.

They boxed in the dated wire balustrade and opted for floating timber treads to keep the area light and fresh. The bottom three steps are clad in Arabescato marble, a visual link with the kitchen.

“The living area has to be our favourite room – it feels like you’re sitting outside surrounded by nature,” says Melanie. “The calming tones, the richness of the timber, the layered textures and statement lighting... It delivers the serenity and connection with the outdoors we were dreaming of.”

See more projects by H Interior Design at hinteriordesign.com.au.

The builders were Bear the Builder (bearthebuilder.com) and Orishon Projects (orishonprojects.com.au).

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the best bits + The ensuite. “It’s a real spa-at-home sanctuary,” says Melanie. “The delight is in the details — the handmade bone handles on the vanity and the exquisite ceramic pendant lights.” + The custom-made joinery. “The walk-in wardrobe was designed just for me, with enough storage to accommodate all my shoes, handbags and accessories. It has made the morning rush so much easier.” + The ‘treehouse’ feel. “The combination of dark timber, jungle-green accents and crisp white has given us the tropical-resort vibe we were looking for.”

Light and airy is the name of the game.

A Gervasoni ‘Gray 45’ side table, used as a bedside, offers versatile (and moveable) storage, and glass panels allow glimpses of the luxe Bocci pendants from Hub Furniture in the ensuite. The upholstered headboard, designed by Hellen, echoes the ensuite’s cabinetry. Paul Cadovius ‘Butterfly’ shelves from Great Dane complement the walnut tables.

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by COLOUR Interior architect Shannon Vos reveals how to transform your home from the ground up

Sage-green concrete is mixed with local bluestone to make the striking terrazzo flooring in this Melbourne home by Taylor Knights Architecture & Interior Design. The cabinetry, in Dulux Domino, picks up on the colour of the bluestone.

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alk about interior design

and thoughts generally float to furniture, layout, lighting The Block: and artwork. But the single Glasshouse biggest element in any home co-winner and interior architect, – the most touched and Shannon Vos. interacted-with surface – is the floor. Many voscreative. homeowners inherit their floors so just live com.au with what they have. When the time comes to renovate or build, however, the choices can be overwhelming.

We often hastily select concrete, tiles, timber or carpet without really considering the weight of that decision – how it will look and feel in the finished home. Colour and tone in your floors can direct and change the aesthetic in a room. Here’s how…

timber Timber brings warmth and character to a space that can rarely be matched. Whether it’s solid hardwood, engineered-timber boards, timber-look vinyl, sheets of plywood or somewhere in between, the look, tone and colour of your timber floors will have a significant impact on the overall style of your room, whatever it is you’re shooting for.

Light oak is perfect for a Scandi feel as its pared-back rawness delivers a minimalist edginess without feeling cold. The light tones reflect plenty of natural light around the room and, paired with furnishings in warm, muted colours, will keep your interior cosy through even the chilliest winter.

For a more refined look, go for darker timbers like mahogany, cedar, jarrah or walnut – these species have natural tonal depth that creates a mature palette. Add classic furniture and a library of leather-bound books, and you’ll be sipping expensive whiskey and talking world politics in no time.

The honey, yellow and red tones of pine and teak can give a room country-cottage charm – play up the knots and natural grain for added character. These floors command a space and hide dirt well (boots and all).

Blackened timber, usually Black Japan, can give an edgy and sometimes oriental aesthetic. It’s a tar-based product that once on, rarely comes off. It will create a powerfully dramatic and very structured feel to any space, and is best suited to rooms with plenty of natural light and an owner who has an overwhelming love of cleaning (yeah, it will show up everything).

Whitewashed timber floors (very opaque, usually white paint or limewash) create a relaxed, airy, beach-shack vibe. This look is best for homes where bare feet are the norm.

paint Believe it or not, painted floors are what designers dream of.

Colour-blocking an entire floor creates interest and catches the eye as shadows form throughout the day, but the floor can also act as a blank canvas for your other bolder pieces to shine. Say, for instance, you’ve spent a motza on an amazing colourful sofa.

Painting the floor (and walls) a beautiful warm grey will amplify the colours in the upholstery, creating the perfect backdrop and allowing your hero elements to shine.

terrazzo Terrazzo is one of the must-have materials for 2019. It’s a relatively simple – but very effective – mix of cement and an aggregate such as glass or stone. If you’re feeling brave, you can have the cement tinted with a coloured oxide. A colourful terrazzo floor will wow for years to come, but I recommend muted tones to prevent your floors from overwhelming the room.

A pastel peach or barely-there moss green will be a huge asset to your home and have the Joneses scrambling to keep up.

tiles Tiles are steadfast workers in any space and coloured tiles, though usually featured in small doses, are making their presence felt in homes across Australia. As with a painted floor, a vibrantly tiled floor will add stacks of interest, survive a trampling by the masses and can be used in wet, dry, indoor and outdoor applications.

Think about the ambience you want in the space: soft, warm colours will create cosiness; cool, crisp colours will refresh and invigorate. Try a contrasting grout to really make a statement.

if all else fails, rug up!

Sure, a colour-bombed floor can seem like a lot to take in for the uninitiated, but a rug presents the easiest and safest way to introduce a pop of colour (or two) into a room. Whatever your colour choice, be sure to pair the bold hues with accents around the room. Decorative items, art and cushions work perfectly at tying a bold rug into a colour story throughout your home, and, as always, balance with plenty of neutrals.

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the expert Interior design director of Vic Lake Architects, Mia Lake offers ideas on how to update an old bathroom and laundry, without losing their quirky design style. the family Homeowners Jennie and David Smiedt, with their dogs Barry and Maureen.

THE PROBLEM

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WORDS LYNNE TESTONI PHOTOGRAPHY NIC GOSSAGE

the story so far Writer and comedian David Smiedt and his content manager wife Jennie have owned their semi in Enmore, NSW, for about 12 years.

They renovated the kitchen and living area when they first moved in, and now want to tackle the main bathroom and laundry/study area.

David works from home and uses the back area of the house as his study, although in recent years he has moved from a desktop computer to a laptop and now moves around the house to write.

As a result, the couple no longer need such a large desk area. Jennie feels the whole back of the house could be better utilised, especially in regards to storage. She dreams of a proper linen closet to replace the outdated cupboard in the study space.

Currently the laundry is located in the main bathroom, but Jennie would like the washer/dryer to move to the back of the house, turning the rear bathroom into more of a powder room and freeing up the main bathroom for a modern renovation with a more luxurious feel.

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the realtor Michael Harris Raine & Horne Newtown

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Located 5km southwest of the Sydney CBD and neighbouring Newtown, Enmore is an up-andcoming suburb of the Inner West. Primarily residential, there is also a commercial strip along Enmore Road, which turns off Newtown’s famous King Street.

This strip is known among locals as ‘Eat Street’, with a variety of lively (and highly rated) cafes, bars and restaurants. This popular strip has brought Enmore to life and attracts plenty of young professional couples, families and singles.

Thanks to its close proximity to the CBD, wealth of transport options (Newtown station is only five minutes away) and vibrant nightlife, this area is highly sought after. A very inclusive community, it has a diverse range of cultural and community events. Enmore is home to the TAFE NSW Design Centre, and nearby schools include St Pius’ Catholic Primary School, while childcare options include Only About Children and Enmore Early Learning Centre. Enmore Theatre is a notable landmark with plenty of live music, comedy shows and theatre.

David and Jennie Smiedt purchased their home for $530,000 in 2002, and today it would be worth around $1.25 million. With the proposed improvements to the bathroom and relocation of the laundry, I’d suggest it would be worth closer to $1.3 million.

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THE SOLUTION

the bathroom

the advice

Mia’s assessment Mia Lake Jennie and David’s home is playful Interior design and quirky, with a wonderful art collection. director, Vic Lake They are keen to keep personality in any Architects

renovation and it is great to see they are really adventurous with the surface choices and happy to look at new ideas. I love the period detailing in the French doors at the rear of the house and want to preserve some of that in any joinery or additions.

Their house suits them well and it just needs some tweaking of the floor plans to make the two bathrooms and laundry into workable spaces. Moving the laundry out of the main bathroom and into the small bathroom at the rear of the house opens up a lot of opportunities, as does a fresh look at David’s study area.

The existing main bathroom has a poor layout and doubles as a laundry, which makes it even more cramped. My plan involves relocating the laundry to make way for a beautiful new space.

I’ll shift the door to create room for a generous double vanity — an additional expense, but it will greatly improve the room’s layout. Jennie and David both want a bath, so I’ve proposed a back-to-wall bath — it can be installed in the corner to allow space for the shower, plus there’s no cleaning required between the bath and wall. An additional wall will be needed to house the toilet cistern and new shower plumbing, and this will include a niche on one side to store shower products and toilet roll holder on the other.

A double-hung window replaces the glass blocks and references the traditional aesthetic of the home. Blue-grey handmade tiles bring a contemporary edge to the walls, finished with a Carrara marble capping tile to highlight the ornate ceilings. And the generous vanity (in navy blue polyurethane for a sense of drama) with its under-counter basins provides ample storage, along with partially recessed shaving cabinets so you don’t hit your head. Hand-blown glass wall sconces provide useful face-level lighting for make-up application and the like.

the study/laundry/ powder room EXISTING BATHROOM PLAN

PROPOSED BATHROOM PLAN

As this space serves multiple purposes for the couple, it’s important for it to feel cohesive.

The first thing on my list would be to replace the timber flooring, which is in quite bad condition.

Tiling the entire area will make the space feel larger, and I have a tile in mind that’s designed to mimic a sisal carpet with its warm colour and geometric diamond pattern. Inspired by the existing double doors in this space, these tiles also softly reference the period details. The second bathroom will become a laundry/powder room, with the washer and dryer stacked on top of each other and located behind one tall cabinet, which will reduce how much noise permeates into the study.

the study The existing storage in this niche was hard to access and mismatched. In its place, I have designed built-in joinery, which provides a generous space for David to work in as well as the ample laundry storage that Jennie desires, including two tall storage cupboards that are perfect for linen. David’s study zone includes a set of drawers, hidden bookshelf accessed from the side and display shelving.

I will opt for a warmer colour scheme for this area, to assist in creating a calming space to work or spend time in and a contrast against the white double doors. The desk area will have an acoustic panel lining the wall, which will help with softening any noise from the tiled floor — it also doubles as a pinboard. This will then be finished in the same Carrara marble capping, to complement the powder room fittings.

ADVICE PROVIDED IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND SHOULD BE TREATED AS A STARTING POINT. LOOK INTO YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS BEFORE STARTING ANY RENOVATION WORK. PHOTOGRAPHY: (BATHROOM) NIKOLE RAMSAY. STYLING: (BATHROOM) EMMA O'MEARA. ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON.

“Keep the character but make the space more cohesive”

MOODBOARD

Hand Made glazed ceramic tiles in Navy Gloss, $102 per sq m, Surface Gallery.

Carpet matt tiles in Madras, $175 per sq m, Di Lorenzo Tiles.

Hand Made glazed ceramic tiles in Mist Gloss, $96 per sq m, Surface Gallery.

office scheme Mia chose deep, warm hues for David’s study.

Olde English wall p and taps p spout in Chrome, $390, A t Walker Astra W Walker. lk

“Jennie and David’s house suits them well and just needs some tweaking of floor plans to make the bathrooms and laundry workable” MIA LAKE, INTERIOR DESIGNER

Italian terrazzo 13 honed tiles, $138 per sq m, Surface Gallery.

Helve Helvetica leather office chair in Molasses, $749, Mola West Elm.

layout update Shift the door to create room for a generous double vanity.

Maya #0003 rug (80cm x 140cm), $390, Pampa.

Chinese Workers stool in Black, $450 for large, LuMu Interiors.

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ask an expert Each issue, we find stylish solutions to all your dilemmas from design experts in the know

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I’m searching for a teacup and saucer for my new office. I don’t want it to be too floral or too raw and ‘homemade’. I do like neutrals and the idea that it will last for years.

Any suggestions? Anna, via email Your cup runneth over! Take a look at the Maxwell & Williams ‘Cashmere Luxe’ cup and saucer. The gold rim adds elegance without it being too over the top. For a contemporary shape that comes in beautiful, muted colours seek out Mud Australia’s ‘Round’ teacup and saucer set in Steel. Then there’s the Salt & Pepper ‘Helix’ teacup and saucer, a steal at $9.95. It’s both understated and elegant, with a lovely rippled design running through the cup and saucer.

Helix cup and saucer, $9.95, Salt & Pepper.

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Breezeblocks are the quickest and most affordable route to the Palm Springs look.

Cashmere Luxe cup and saucer, $17.95, Maxwell & Williams.

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I’m stuck for ideas, though. What can I do to get the look? Karen, via email Palm Springs style is having a moment in Australian landscape design. To make the most of the curved lines of an existing rounded pool use a breezeblock wall to frame the backyard and create a bit of structure. The breezeblocks will form a decorative screen that provides privacy while still allowing light and airflow. And, if you ask me, nothing better encapsulates the quintessential Palm Springs vibe than breezeblocks.

Round cup and saucer, $79, Mud Australia.

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Winter is on its way and I want to find a firepit for the backyard that’s big enough to actually throw some heat. Any ideas? Alison, via email Firepits come in all shapes and sizes, but if you’re looking for something substantial there are a couple of options on the market that really bring the warmth. Oblica has a stunning range of designer firepits. Check out the Brasero style, or the Vesus (shown below), for something that really makes an impact heat- and design-wise. Stahl also offers a firepit that comes in three different sizes, so you can tailor it to your needs and your space. If you’re not keen on burning wood, there are plenty of ethanol models to choose from that will provide good heat and great looks. EcoSmart Fire is your best bet.

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We live in a west-facing house, and I’d love to have my blinds close in the afternoon while I’m at work so the house isn’t roasting when I get home. I’ve heard about automated blinds – would these work for me? Peta, via email Motorisation is increasingly appealing to homeowners and with this technology becoming more affordable, we’re seeing interest growing in these integrated solutions. With Luxaflex’s PowerView motorisation system you can schedule blinds to lower when you need them covering the windows to provide maximum insulation. In a west-facing room, you can schedule your window coverings to lower in the afternoon. They’ll do a good job of preventing the day’s heat from entering.

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BUYER’S GUIDE

colourful appliances Bright gadgets are an easy way to update your kitchen and inject a dash of personality

WORDS STEPHANIE HOPE PRODUCT SOURCING NATALIE JOHNSON

the big stuff In the same way that a signature sofa or

eye-catching lamp can be the hero in a living space, a colourful fridge, oven or dishwasher will make a powerful statement in a kitchen. Choose one appliance to create a focal point, or go the full gamut for maximum impact (we recommend keeping the rest of your kitchen relatively simple for contrast).

When it comes to choosing a colour, it’s entirely up to you. Classic shades like red and blue won’t date, while pastel shades of turquoise, mint green and pink bring a slightly retro, nostalgic vibe to your home.

Given the fact that coloured appliances tend to cost more than traditional white, it’s important to select a shade that resonates with you, to ensure your kitchen brings you joy for years to come.

PHOTOGRAPHY: (KITCHEN) FELIX FOREST. STYLING: (KITCHEN) CLAIRE DELMAR. PROJECT BUILDER: PMD BUILD. CABINETRY DESIGN, MEACHAM NOCKLES MCQUALTER. ARABESCATO MARBLE SPLASHBACK AND BENCHTOP, RMS NATURAL STONE & CERAMICS. ISLAND BENCH, CRAFTED BY ANDREW PINNOCK.

HERE COMES THE SUN In this kitchen, the moody hues of the black custom cabinetry are punctuated by a sunny yellow Lacanche ‘Cormatin’ cooker from Malcolm St James.

FRIDGES

Samsung 455L bottommount fridge in Metallic Black, $1188, Harvey Norman.

Gorenje 329L bottom-mount retro-style fridge in Baby Blue, $1999, Appliances Online.

170L bar fridge in Green, $499, Hisense.

Gorenje 260L retro-style top-mount fridge in Burgundy, $1499, Appliances Online.

FAB28 refrigerator/freezer in Cream, $2750, Smeg.

FAB28 refrigerator/freezer in Pink, $2750, Smeg.

COOKERS

60 dual fuel cooker in Blush, $11,500, AGA.

Quadra series cooker in Turquoise, POA, Ilve.

Belling 900mm Richmond Colour Boutique dual fuel freestanding oven in Days Break, $5999, Harvey Norman.

Smeg 110cm Victoria aesthetic freestanding electric oven/stove in Pastel Green, $10,490, Appliances Online.

Euro Appliances freestanding dual fuel oven/stove in Red, $3239, Appliances Online.

Lacanche ‘Sully 2.2’ cooker in Pink Quartz, POA, Manorhouse.

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the small stuff If you’re feeling a little colour shy, ease

into the look with one or two smaller benchtop appliances, such as stand mixers, kettles and juicers. This way, you can live with them for a while before deciding whether you want to branch out into larger appliances or are happy to stick with just a few colour accents. Choose a shade that provides a strong contrast against your existing benchtops and cabinetry – for instance, bright yellow to pop against a gorgeous grey, granite bench, or red to liven up an all-white kitchen – or you can go with a hue that ties in with other elements like coloured splashbacks or servingware. Another option: tone it down with pastels – they look great against timber finishes.

TOASTERS

KETTLES

Gallerie Collection 4 slice toaster in Sunset, $119, Sunbeam.

Sunbeam ‘London Collection’ pot kettle in Matte Green, $129, Appliances Online.

Kenwood ‘KSense’ 2 slice toaster in White/Blue, $125, Harvey Norman.

DeLonghi ‘Distinta Flair’ electric kettle in Prestige Blue, $169, Appliances Online.

Icona Capitals 4-slice toaster in New York Yellow, $169, DeLonghi.

Wilfa 1.7L spring kettle in Pink, $151, Royal Design.

Breville ‘The Toast Select’ luxe toaster in Bronze, $199, Appliances Online.

Retro kettle in Pastel Green, $209, Smeg.

Morphy Richards ‘Scandi Aspect’ toaster in Pink, $170, Appliances Online.

Westinghouse 1.7L kettle in Pearl Blue, $80, Appliances Online.

JUICERS

Hurom ‘Alpha’ cold press juicer in Wine Red, $649, Myer.

Evolution cold press juicer in Rose, $899, Kuvings Australia.

Slow juicer in Panna, $499, Smeg.

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COFFEE

MIXERS

Retro espresso coffee machine in Pastel Pink, $499, Smeg.

KitchenAid ‘100 Years’ retro stand mixer in Misty Blue, $1024, Winning Appliances.

The Essenza Mini coffee machine in Lime Green, $249, Nespresso.

KitchenAid ‘Artisan’ stand mixer in Pistachio, $699, The Good Guys.

DeLonghi ‘Dedica’ espresso coffee machine in Black, $429, Appliances Online.

Breville ‘The Barista Express’ espresso machine in Cranberry Red, $898, Appliances Online.

Moccamaster automatic pour-over coffee maker in Royal Blue, $385, Alternative Brewing.

Kenwood Chef Sense XL mixer in Blue, $499, Harvey Norman.

Sunbeam Zumbo limited edition Planetary Power Drive mixmaster in Magenta, $599, Appliances Online.

Retro stand mixer in Red, $799, Smeg.

BLENDERS

Russell Hobbs ‘Brooklyn’ blender in Matte Black, $69.95, The Good Guys.

KitchenAid ‘Diamond’ blender in Almond Cream, $299, Appliances Online.

Trent&Steele ‘Nutritional’ blender in Blue, $129, Harvey Norman.

Retro blender in Red, $299, Smeg.

KitchenAid ‘Diamond’ blender in Raspberry Ice, $289, Appliances Online.

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art glass There’s no better way to set the mood at mealtimes than with decorative lighting. The Greenway Crackle collection

by ADesignStudio comes in five styles including (from top) the S5, $2780, and S3, $2200, in Blackened Brass.

See adesignstudio.com.au

KITCHEN NEWS

dining in These new products and pieces are sure to serve up some serious style

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Subtle and contemporary, Caesarstone’s Cloudburst Concrete complements other surfaces and looks stunning on benchtops.

From $900 a sq m installed, visit caesarstone.com.au

SOAP STAR Frama’s ‘Apothecary’ hand wash from Oliver Thom makes the act of lathering up a little more joyful, from the sandalwood scent to the Italian glass bottle. $82, oliverthom.store

set the bar Available in several finishes, the Mobel Copenhagen ‘Font Light’ stool will add instant sophistication to your kitchen island. From $1902, go to fredinternational.com.au

it’s all white Choosing the perfect shade of white for your joinery just got easier, thanks to the launch of Laminex’s White Series. There are 12 shades — from warm creams to crispy cools — which can be used on benchtops, $95.81 a sq m, and cabinetry, $81.07 a sq m. Visit laminex.com.au

feast your eyes Entertain in style with Kip&Co’s Cyprus enamel tableware set, which includes this dinner plate, $55 for 2. See kipandco.com.au

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These knitted organic cotton OYOY ‘Stringa’ dishcloths from Designstuff are both versatile and charming. Hang one near the sink, or use as napkins. $20 for 2, designstuff.com.au

supporting acts Update your dining table with Scandi-style chairs. 1. Joi stackable dining chair in Stone, $295, papaya.com.au 2. Ben Tovim ‘Chips’ chair, $495, catapultdesign.net.au 3. Sketch ‘Inlay’ chair in Light Oak/Leather, $615, clickonfurniture.com.au 1

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moody hues

BEDROOM NEWS

cool change

Switch out your light and summery sheet sets for something a little more moody and sensual for autumn. This Extra-soft washed sateen flat sheet in Indigo, $85 for queen, from George Street Linen, is made from long staple cotton fibres for a luminous look and silky soft feel. Check out the full range at georgestreetlinen.com

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plush hour Nothing says ‘make yourself comfortable’ better than a scattering of cushions over a bed, chair or window seat.

And the round shape of these vintage linen fringe cushions from Aura Home makes them ideal for cuddling while binge-watching your fave TV show in bed. $69.95 each; aurahome.com.au

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Keep books, magazines and newspapers close to hand with the Oak magazine rack with Tan leather, $699, from Atley & Co by your bed. It also has a handy tabletop for your reading glasses or water carafe. See Atley.co

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3 of a kind Shed some light on the issue with one of these fab bedside lamps.

1. Bay table lamp, $299, aboutspace. net.au 2. Zenith table light in Ochre, $280, lightly.com.au 3. Evedal table lamp in Grey, $249, ikea.com.au

work it When your bedroom doubles as a home office or study area, you want your desk to be as unobtrusive as possible. The minimalist Scrivette desk, $1250, from Plyroom fits the bill nicely. Its neat and restrained design is easy on the eye, plus it comes with hidden socket holes for cables and generous storage under the desk lid for even more functionality. For more, visit plyroom.com.au

SWEET DREAMS The bed is the focal point of any bedroom, so it pays to choose a style that sits well with your aesthetic. The Memphis bed frame, $1299, from Snooze hits all the right notes for us.

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We love the punch of bright orange in this kitchen garden The small raised bed is large enough to create a corner garden that will supply the family with beans, chillies and capsicum, while owering marigold serves as both pesticide and pollinator.

Please note the sweet cubby house, which is a miniature version of the main house!

Garden design by Growing Rooms (growingrooms.com.au) and Robert Finnie (instagram.com/rob_ďŹ nnie).

PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS WARNES

CLOUD SCAPE

This considered garden with its silvery palette and low-proямБle cloud pruning creates an Australian-style Hamptons vibe

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“People passing by comment on how nice the garden is, not being enclosed,” says owner Ben Vitale. An ornamental Aristocrat pear (Pyrus calleryana ‘Aristocrat’) feature tree creates instant impact and is surrounded

by Indian hawthorn (Rhaphiolepis indica ‘Oriental Pearl’) and Buxus microphylla topiary. OPPOSITE Olives (Olea europaea) are planted in a row along the boundary.

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Bluestone Organic pavers by Eco Outdoor connect the driveway and front path, while Silver Carpet (Dymondia margaretae) grows in between.

OPPOSITE Buxus microphylla, Dwarf Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria japonica ‘Globosa Nana’) and Cotton Lavender (Santolina chamaecyparissus) have been planted around the pool.

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hen Ben Vitale and his wife Jodi undertook

a major rebuild of their home in Sydney’s south, they wanted the garden to tie in with their chosen American East Coast style, while also being suitable for the Australian climate. “It had to be robust for kids as well as look good with the architecture,” says Ben, owner, architect and father to daughter Everleigh, 5, and son Luca, 4. The result was two beautiful gardens with a house in between – a tranquil, inviting front garden, and a secluded backyard recreation area.

Out front, the garden and nature strip merge, with large stone steppers extending across the unbarricaded boundary. They lead to the front door and generous porch in a meandering fashion.

With the planting predominantly low, the house is in full street view. As Ben says, “I wanted the transition between the public and private to be fluid, so the home becomes part of the street.”

A sea of cool green and grey-leafed plants flank the path.

Low-growing cotton lavender, Hardenbergia ‘Flat White’, and Dymondia margaretae ‘Silver Carpet’ spread across the ground, interspersed with balls of clipped buxus, and augmented by waves of soft-purple salvia (Mexican sage). The textural combinations, forms and planting in drifts evoke a vision of the ocean, tamed by a hint of formality to avoid any wildness, while the restrained colour palette is a smooth match with the local, coastal vibe.

A row of silvery olive trees consolidates the serene colour scheme and visually elongates this area. They are planted closely enough for screening, and along with the ‘Aristocrat’ ornamental pear feature tree, give the height necessary to balance the house and pergola. The exquisite white blossoms and autumnal leaves of the pear add seasonal charm to the mostly evergreen scheme.

A custom-made ring surrounds the tree base, raising the planting level to give the roots more soil depth. “We had to create masses of sub-surface drainage to ensure none of the advanced trees were sitting in water pooled on the bedrock beneath,” says landscape designer Oliver Sizeland of Growing Rooms.

The calm, casual elegance continues out the back, where the lush Platinum Zoysia lawn and idyllic pool sit side by side. The outdoor kitchen/dining is a comfortable transition area between the indoor living and these two outdoor spaces, both accessed by passing beneath the vine-covered pergola. At the edge of the lawn, a cubby house is a miniature of the main home. The kids spend most afternoons here or in the pool. Beside the cubby is a little patch where they mess around growing vegies and flowers.

Along the length of the pool, ‘Teddy Bear’ magnolia stand tall, with their copper-backed glossy green leaves accentuated against the crisp white backdrop. Scyon panels form this boundary wall, providing screening in a style that echoes the panel-clad house exterior. Oliver says, “It gives a nice smooth finish similar to a masonry wall, but without the cost.”

Additional pool planting is low-growing and resilient – buxus, dwarf Japanese cedar and cotton lavender inside the fence, carissa ‘Desert Star’ outside. These evergreens maintain the green and grey theme, with repeats of the Mexican sage, buxus balls and pavers from the front garden. Ben says in summary, “I love the balance between the garden and the house. It has such a pleasing quality – soothing and calm as it should be near the ocean.”

This garden was a collaboration between Growing Rooms and Robert Finnie. See growingrooms.com.au and instagram.com/rob_finnie Homeowner Ben Vitale was the architect, visit vitaledesign.com.au

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“Teddy Bear magnolias are great around pools as they don’t create much leaf litter” OLIVER SIZELAND, LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

mass appeal

Buxus sempervirens

Olea europaea

Magnolia ‘Teddy Bear’

Salvia leucantha (Mexican sage bush)

“We didn’t want a really colourful garden – the house has a restrained palette and we wanted the same with the planting” BEN VITALE, HOMEOWNER

PHOTOGRAPHY: (BUXUS) STEFFEN HAUSER/BOTANIKFOTO/ALAMY, (OLEA) FABIO PAGANI/ALAMY, (MAGNOLIA) NICK KURZENKO/ALAMY, (SALVIA) JOHN MARTIN/ALAMY

For maximum impact, group like plants together in clumps or as a hedge.

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“It’s very relaxing sitting on the front porch, looking into the garden,” says Ben. OUTDOOR KITCHEN (opposite, top) Marine ply cabinetry with a Caesarstone top was custom-designed

by Vitale Design. A round marble table from Blu Dot and Vela chairs from Cosh Living sit atop the spotted gum decking. FRONT GARDEN (opposite, below) Come evening, Twiggy spike lights by Nocturnal Lighting show the olive orchard in its best light.

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PHOTOGRAPHY: (KALANCHOE SILVER SPOONS, SILVER FALLS, CENTURY PLANT, PANDA PLANT) JASON BUSCH, (LICORICE PLANT, BLUE FESCUE) ANDREA JONES IMAGES/ALAMY, (CURRY PLANT) IMAGEBROKER/ ALAMY, (SILVER SPEARS) CHRIS RIDLEY/ALAMY, (FRENCH LAVENDER) SIMONA FLAMIGNI/ALAMY,

Elegant and sophisticated, silvery-tinged plants and shrubs create a considered scheme in your garden. They’ll tone down bright blooms and harmonise with more muted varietals. Here are a few faves…

(DUSTY MILLER) PANTHER MEDIA GMBH/ALAMY, (SHRUBBY GERMANDER, LAMB’S EAR) HOLMES GARDEN PHOTOS/ALAMY, (FELT PLANT) SAM MCADAM-COOPER, (SILVER DOLLAR PLANT) NATALIE HUNFALVEY, (SILVER BUSH) AVALON/ PHOTOSHOT LICENSE/ALAMY, (CUSHION BUSH) ROB WALLS/ALAMY, (BISMARCK PALM) COURTLAND ROBERTS/ALAMY.

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TOP ROW, FROM LEFT Blue Chalk Sticks (Senecio mandraliscae) With an attractive silvery-blue tone, this low-maintenance succulent spreads easily to form a dense ground cover.

Kalanchoe ‘Silver Spoons’ (Kalanchoe bracteata) A small, compact, drought-tolerant succulent with oval-shaped leaves that resemble spoons.

Licorice plant (Helichrysum petiolare) A fast-growing and lush ground cover that suits most light conditions and soil types. Expect small, cream flowers in spring and summer.

It also works well cascading from within a hanging basket.

Silver falls (Dichondra argentea) A creeping plant with long, silver trailing stems.

Use as a ground cover or hang in pots for instant impact.

Curry plant (Helichrysum italicum) An aromatic plant with silver-grey foliage and tiny button yellow flowers, use it as a low hedge, border or in containers. This hardy plant is happy in full sun to light shade and will tolerate winter frosts.

Silver Spears (Astelia chathamica) An ornamental perennial with silver, flax-like foliage, it will fit right into a coastal or Mediterraneanstyle garden. It grows well in a sheltered spot with well-drained, moist soil. Pair with salvias and lavender.

MIDDLE ROW, FROM LEFT Century plant (Agave Americana) With its majestic, sculptural shapes, this desert plant makes a dramatic focal point in a garden bed or decorative pot. Keep away from footpaths and walkways, as the spines are sharp. They can also be hazardous to pets.

Panda plant (Kalanchoe tomentosa) Easy to grow and super-resilient, its soft, silvery leaves have been likened to animal’s ears, hence the common name, Panda plant.

French lavender (Lavandula dentata) Also known as ‘Fringed Lavender’ this hardy, ornamental shrub flowers non-stop from early summer to late autumn in the right conditions. What it lacks in scent it makes up for in looks, plus it will bring butterflies and bees to your garden.

Dusty miller (Jacobaea maritima) With its soft, finely textured foliage, this plant

looks good in both containers and garden beds, and will help tone down brighter blooms.

Shrubby germander (Teucrium fruticans) An evergreen shrub from the mint family, which has pretty mauve-blue flowers on arching grey stems. It has a decidedly Mediterranean feel.

Water well until established then leave to its own devices.

Lamb’s ear (Stachys byzantina) One of the most popular silver-leaved perennials, it works well as a low border or ornamental ground cover. Kids will love stroking its furry foliage.

BOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT Felt plant (Kalanchoe beharensis) A slightly eccentriclooking addition with velvet leaves and bold foliage. This plant can grow to a height of 90cm, and is ideal in pots or as part of a succulent garden.

Silver dollar plant (Crassula arborescens) With blue-silver, round foliage, this variety of jade is perfect for containers and can be pruned to shape.

As per Chinese legend, place one by your front door to encourage money to flow into the household.

Blue fescue (Festuca glauca) This ornamental grass has steel-blue foliage all year round. The dense, blade-like leaves form a nice, neat shape, making it an ideal candidate for borders, edging and rock or cottage gardens.

Silverbush (Convolvulus cneorum) is known for its attractive silvery-green foliage and wide, open, white flowers that cover it from spring to summer. Easy to grow and very hardy, it prefers a full sun/partly shaded position and requires very little water.

Cushion bush (Leucophyta brownii) Perfect for coastal settings, this silvery-grey shrub will flourish in a sunny spot and resists wind and salt spray like a champion. It has a low-growing, bun-shaped habit, making it ideal for hedges, topiary or as a feature.

Bismarck palm (Bismarckia nobilis) Hailing all the way from Madagascar, the Bismarck is a striking palm that will make a great feature in any garden that has enough space. Its large, blueish fronds grow to 3 metres wide and it can reach a height of 20 metres.

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arrakech is a city that

DESIGN DESTINATIONS

Marrakech A favourite of the style set, this vibrant city is enjoying a design renaissance right now WORDS ELIZA O’HARE

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feels deeply sensual. It’s a place where ochre riads offer views of beautiful sunsets over pink rooftops, the labyrinthine medina with handmade pieces at every turn and thrilling museums which act as reminders that Marrakech has always been a city of influence and inspiration.

The thing that’s bringing interior design lovers back to Marrakech now is a new appreciation of its traditional design and artisan crafts: Berber rugs, embroidered cushions, ceramics, raffia pieces and intricate handwoven fabrics of all kinds.

There’s a real contest here between the vibrant colours and textures of the street and the elegant minimalism within that makes Marrakech so surprising. Meet three Australians whose lives and style have been deeply influenced by the city…

Danielle McEwan

PHOTOGRAPHY: BRIDGET WOOD (DANIELLE MCEWAN), ALICIA TAYLOR (WOOL, RIAD DAR-K, MUSÉE YSL).

Tigmi Trading

Danielle McEwan, founder of Byron Bay hinterland-based Tigmi Trading, specialises in luxurious, vintage Moroccan rugs and has been a regular traveller to Marrakech for 15 years. “It was love at first visit,” says Danielle. “Not much has changed in that time – the only difference is that there are a lot more tourists now.

“It’s an easy city to love – the earthy pink architecture, incredible artisanship, the bustling Djemaa el Fna...” she adds.

“It’s like taking a magic carpet ride to a mystical place where time has stood still.”

And with the artisan economy opening up to the world, there is a real passion for preserving the art, history, stories and traditional skills for future generations.

“Initially I was inspired by the rugs, championed by Alvar Aalto, Le Corbusier and Mies Van der Rohe, who used Berber rugs in their modern designs,” Danielle says. “Launching Tigmi was about sharing the soul of these artisan pieces by bringing them into modern homes.”

For more, see tigmitrading.com

Clockwise from left: Tigmi Trading founder Danielle McEwan visits Marrakech at least twice a year. Wool is dyed and woven using traditional methods, which gives Moroccan rugs their distinctive character.

The rooftop terrace at Riad Dar-K. Opposite, top left: Moorish, French and Arabic influences intertwine at La Sultana hotel. Opposite, top right and bottom: A visit to the Musée Yves Saint Laurent is highly recommended.

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Cassandra Karinsky Kulchi and +61

This ex-Sydneysider has been based in Marrakech for the past 12 years thanks to her interiors business Kulchi, and has just dug her roots deeper with a new restaurant, +61 (the name is a play on Australia’s international dialling code), which she launched with business partner Sebastian de Gzell of Nomad fame. The interiors read like a sunny Sydney cafe, with clean marble tables, glass vases overflowing with hydrangeas, agave potted in street planters, modernist timber chairs and some very Instagrammable light fittings created by local artisans. The cuisine is modern Australian: “I really like the white fish crudo with a dressing of ginger, chilli and capers, and the cuttlefish entree with preserved lemon, baby celery stalk and squid-ink sauce,” says Cassandra. “The energy here is pretty unique, there is so much going on. Your senses are constantly stimulated with the colours, smells and sounds. After more than 12 years, it continues to inspire and excite me.”

She continues, “There are so many cool places surrounding Marrakech to visit for the day or stay overnight, you can really mix it up.” Her top picks: escape to the Atlas mountains at Kasbah Bab Ourika in Ourika Valley; ride camels in the Afagay Desert then stay at the luxurious Scarabeo Camp or unwind in the countryside at Berber Lodge.”

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Lisa Belden Riad Dar-K

Lisa took up residence in Marrakech after buying her hotel, Riad Dar-K, sight unseen over the internet. The riad is inside the souk, which means you’ll need a porter on foot to help carry your belongings through the streets to the riad’s door. It’s a four-room walled terrace built around a central courtyard, with pool and a rooftop breakfast area that looks out over the city. For guests, the joy of staying inside the medina is twofold: firstly, it’s within walking distance of Nomad and El-Fenn for dinner, and as it’s also a mere 30 seconds from the market, you’re first in line to check out the goods – baskets, ceramics, rugs, vintage bellows, spices and more – when it opens in the morning.

Lisa had a clear vision for the hotel.

“The riad is grounded in its contemplative,

almost monastic architecture. The beige and white palette creates a feeling of sanctuary, and traditional pieces – such as the Berber tent beds in some of the suites – have been used sparingly, making them feel more special.”

Cool and calm, Riad Dar-K is the ideal antidote to the chaos of the medina.

“It’s easy to become overwhelmed by the vibrant colours and patterns in Morocco, which is why the decor in private homes leans towards neutral colours and a clean aesthetic. Everything we wear is loose and breathable as well,” says Lisa.

When she needs to get away from the chaotic energy, Lisa heads to the Afagay Desert, about an hour’s drive away.

“The colours at sunset have brought me to tears – the pinks and greys and lilacs.

It can be a very spiritual experience.”

To find out more, see riad-dar-k.com

PHOTOGRAPHY: GAELLE LE BOULICHAUT (CASSANDRA, KULCHI, +61), ALICIA TAYLOR (DESERT).

Clockwise from top left: Interiors whiz and restaurateur Cassandra Karinsky. The Afagay Desert: a favourite spot for day trips and weekend breaks. Hotelier Lisa Belden. Opposite, from above left: Tigmi Trading rugs, with the Medina as a backdrop. The alluring Prestige Suite at La Sultana Marrakech.

Visiting a hammam, like this one at La Sultana is a must-do. A selection of Moroccan rugs available through Kulchi. Sydney meets Marrakech at +61.

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El Fenn Thanks to its rich jewel tones and shady pool pavilions, El Fenn is arguably the most Instagrammed riad in Marrakech.

Derb Moulay Abdullah Ben Hezzian, Bab El Ksour Medina, +212 5244 41210, el-fenn.com Nomad With no street signage, you’ll need local help finding this traditional rooftop restaurant in the depths of the medina.

1 Derb Aarjane, Marrakech Medina, +212 5243 81609, nomadmarrakech.com +61 Australian-style bistro food — big on local produce and a fresh interiors style.

96 Rue Mohamed el Beqal Guéliz, +212 5242 07020, plus61.com Grand Café De La Poste A beautiful Colonial-style restaurant serving delicious French-Moroccan dishes just outside the bustling medina.

Corner Boulevard el Mansour Eddahbi and Avenue Imam Malik Guéliz, +212 5244 33038, grandcafedelaposte.restaurant

A visit to Musée YSL is advised.

The Andalusian brick building was designed by Studio KO, the Paris, London and Marrakechbased architectural duo behind London’s Chiltern Firehouse and private villas for members of the Agnelli and Hermès families. The museum itself was commissioned by Pierre Bergé, partner of Yves Saint Laurent and co-founder of the YSL label, to preserve the precious collection. Studio KO’s spare, emotional design is divine, but the brickwork in the construction, the archways and the almost architectural cacti garden is really what this building is all about. It very much reinforces the Moroccan-French relationship that so appealed to Yves Saint Laurent and has become synonymous with this city’s style and aesthetic.

Beldi Country Club, 20 minutes’ drive outside the city, is part day club, part hotel, and holds an irresistible retail collection in its own souk with Berber rug sellers, pottery and linen and, most thrillingly, hand-blown glassware.

The palatial Selman hotel is truly incredible. If you aren’t staying, you can still experience the opulence with a day pass — spending a morning riding one

of the priceless Arabian horses is not to be missed.

La Sultana Marrakech, on the edge of the medina, is modelled on the 19th-century Bahia Palace.

Visit the hammam then Instagram mosaics in the series of courtyards.

BLOW THE BUDGET The Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech, is a sprawling 20-hectare estate just 10 minutes’ drive from the medina. With the dreamy Atlas Mountains in the distance, it’s the very definition of an oasis — you’ll feel immersed in the spirit of Marrakech but miles away. With nine generous suites and 54 private villas decked out in minimalist elegance, private pools and outdoor fireplaces, the only problem with Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is that you may never want to leave.

There are top-notch restaurants on site too: Ling Ling (upscale Cantonese fare by the folk behind Michelin-starred Hakkasan), Mes’Lalla (traditional Moroccan with a twist), Le Salon Berbère (breakfast, French pastries and Champagne), or the Pool Garden (alfresco dining with a Beverly Hills Hotel vibe). mandarinoriental.com/ marrakech

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culinary

famous for his seafood infused with the culinary traditions of Sri Lanka, as spectacularly showcased in his restaurant, Noosa Beach House. In his latest cookbook, Lands of the Curry Leaf, he traces a sentimental journey as a four-year-old and the flavours and cultures encountered along the way.

Afghanistan, Bhutan, Nepal and India didn’t always constitute the road from London to Sri Lanka, but in 1968, Peter’s parents faced a wall of opposition as an interracial couple in London and were being turned away from accommodation by signs that read, “No Blacks. No Dogs.”

So they gathered their family and set off home for Colombo via the overland track.

Along the way, they enjoyed extraordinary hospitality and some incredible meals that have become the stuff of family legend.

This book celebrates that trip, and is completely vegetarian, which has always been a strong element of subcontinental cuisine. But Peter recalls the culinary grudge against vegetarians while working in Sydney’s kitchens in the ’80s. “Whenever a vegetarian came in, the chef would curse and pull together a bowl of pasta or vegies.

But I wanted to craft them a dish that would be the envy of the whole table.”

So he’s created a book full of them, with lovely layers of spice and great respect for the journey his parents took in 1968.

These are our favourites…

journey

Think beyond the usual risottos and pasta dishes and top up your meat-free repertoire with these flavoursome recipes

PHOTOGRAPHS: IAN WALDIE (PETER); ALAN BENSON (FOOD). FOOD PREPARATION: ROSS DOBSON. STYLING: VANESSA AUSTIN.

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hef Peter Kuruvita is most

On a recent trip to Sri Lanka, I tasted this curry after many years, and it took me straight back to my grandmother’s smoky black kitchen, where one of the house girls would meticulously clean the gourd, ensuring that the skin on the hard outer ridges was removed. Any member of the gourd family will work in this curry. Vegans and vegetarians can omit the Maldive fish.

WATAKOLU VANJANAYA (RIDGED GOURD CURRY)

See recipe, page 149

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vada pav (Mumbai burgers) REGION INDIA | SERVES 4 PREPARATION 15 MINUTES + 10 MINUTES RESTING | COOKING 25 MINUTES DIFFICULTY MEDIUM

Vegetable oil, for deep-frying 4 small white burger buns Butter, for spreading Tamarind chutney, to serve (recipe follows) Green coconut chutney, to serve (recipe follows) Chopped coriander, to serve Deep-fried green chillies, to serve (optional) potato masala

500g potatoes, peeled and cut into 2cm cubes 2 teaspoons virgin coconut oil ½ teaspoon brown mustard seeds A few fresh curry leaves ¼ teaspoon ground turmeric 3 green chillies, finely chopped 2.5cm knob of fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped 5 large garlic cloves, finely chopped A pinch of salt, or to taste A few coriander sprigs, finely chopped chickpea batter

200g chickpea flour (besan), sifted ½ teaspoon chilli powder ¼ teaspoon ground cumin A pinch of bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) A pinch of salt, or to taste 1. To make the potato masala, cook the potatoes in a large saucepan of salted boiling water for 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain the potatoes, then place back in the saucepan and put the lid on top; this will make the potatoes go fluffy. Set aside.

2. Heat the coconut oil in a heavy-based saucepan over medium heat until it starts to lightly smoke. Add the mustard seeds and, when they start to pop, add the curry leaves.

When they stop popping, add the remaining masala ingredients, except the coriander, and cook together for 2–3 minutes, or until the mixture becomes fragrant.

3. Add the potatoes and mix well, with enough force to break the potatoes but not mash them. Check the seasoning and leave to cool; once cool, add the coriander.

4. In a bowl, mix together all the chickpea batter ingredients, adding enough water to give you a batter that resembles a pancake mix. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.

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5. Shape the potato masala into balls the size of golf balls. (This can be done a few hours ahead if needed.)

6. When you’re ready to cook, pour about 20cm of vegetable oil into a heavy-based saucepan and heat to 190°C (375°F), or until a cube of bread dropped into the oil turns brown within 10 seconds.

7. Dip the potato masala balls into the chickpea batter, then cook two or three at a time for 3–4 minutes, until golden. Drain on paper towel.

8. To assemble, cut the buns in half and lightly toast them, then butter them. Smear one half with tamarind chutney, and the other half with green coconut chutney. Place a few potato masala balls inside each bun and gently crush them, then sprinkle with chopped coriander.

9. Close the buns and serve immediately, with deep-fried green chillies, if desired.

tamarind chutney REGION SRI LANKA | MAKES 2 X 500ML JARS | PREPARATION 30 MINUTES COOKING 1¼ HOURS | DIFFICULTY EASY

450g tamarind pulp 150g ghee 1 onion, finely chopped 5 garlic cloves, crushed 10cm knob of fresh young ginger, peeled and thinly sliced 650g raw sugar 1 teaspoon chilli flakes 350ml white vinegar 2 fresh curry leaf sprigs, leaves picked 2 tablespoons black mustard seeds 1 teaspoon salt 1. Soak the tamarind pulp in 350ml warm water for 5 minutes, then push through a fine sieve, into a bowl. Reserve the liquid and discard any fibres.

2. Heat half the ghee in a heavy-based saucepan over medium–low heat and cook the onion, garlic and ginger for 3–5 minutes, or until onion is translucent, stirring regularly.

3. Add the reserved tamarind water, sugar, chilli flakes and vinegar and bring to the boil.

Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring continuously, for 1 hour, or until the mixture has reduced by about three-quarters and is thick and pulpy.

4. Heat the remaining ghee in a small heavy-based frying pan over medium heat.

Add the curry leaves and mustard seeds

and shake the pan until the mustard seeds begin to pop, then immediately add to the tamarind mixture with the salt, stirring well.

Cover and cook for a further 10 minutes.

5. Spoon into two hot sterilised jars, seal and leave to cool.

6. Store in the fridge, and allow to settle for a week or two before using. This chutney will keep in the fridge for up to 1 year.

green coconut chutney REGION INDIA | MAKES 1 X 250ML JAR PREPARATION 15 MINUTES | COOKING 5 MINUTES | DIFFICULTY EASY

25g (¾ cup) coriander (cilantro) leaves 60g (¾ cup) freshly grated coconut, or frozen coconut 1 Indian green chilli, chopped 1cm knob of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped 1½–2 tablespoons roasted chana dahl A pinch of salt, or to taste 1 teaspoon sugar, or to taste ½ teaspoon lemon juice, or to taste tempering mixture

1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil ½ teaspoon brown mustard seeds ¾ teaspoon dried black lentils (urad dal) 8–10 fresh curry leaves 1. Place the coriander, coconut, chilli, ginger and chana dahl in a blender. Add 100ml water and blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt, sugar and lemon juice, mixing well.

2. For tempering mixture, heat the coconut oil in a small heavy-based frying pan over medium–high heat. Add the mustard seeds and lentils. Cook for a minute or two, until the mustard seeds splutter and the lentils brown.

Add the curry leaves and fry for a few seconds, until fragrant.

3. Stir tempering mixture through chutney.

4. Serve straightaway, or spoon into a sterilised jar, seal and refrigerate. The chutney will keep in the fridge for 2–3 days.

My first experience of these yummy burgers was on the train from Mumbai to Hyderabad, around 1983. This vegetarian delicacy originated around 1960, and combines a wonderful local deep-fried spiced potato ball with a touch of the colonial influence in the form of a burger bun. As with most things, this iconic Mumbai street food is evolving and finding its way all over India.

VADA PAV (MUMBAI BURGERS)

qorma-e-shast-e-arus (afghan okra stew) REGION AFGHANISTAN | SERVES 4 | PREPARATION 15 MINUTES | COOKING 50 MINUTES | DIFFICULTY EASY

2½ tablespoons rice bran oil 1 onion, chopped 450g okra 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 2 tablespoons dried green split peas 2 tomatoes, chopped ¼ bunch fresh dill, chopped, plus extra, to garnish 1. Heat the rice bran oil in a large frying pan over medium–high heat. Add the onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until golden.

2. Add the okra and turmeric and stir very gently (to avoid releasing the okra’s thickening agent) until the okra is well coated with oil. Add the split peas and tomatoes, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well, stirring gently, and cook over medium heat for just a few minutes.

3. Pour in enough water to just cover the okra. Add the dill. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30–45 minutes, or until the oil has separated and risen to the surface of the sauce.

4. Serve warm, garnished with extra dill.

The Egyptians, as far back as the 12th century BCE, were the first to cultivate okra, a flowering plant that grew wild along the alluvial banks of the Nile River.

It was then propagated through North Africa to the Mediterranean, the Balkans and India. There is so much history here; I love to imagine all the ways people through the centuries prepared this humble vegetable.

QORMA-E-SHAST-E-ARUS (AFGHAN OKRA STEW)

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watakolu vanjanaya (ridged gourd curry) REGION SRI LANKA | SERVES 6 PREPARATION 25 MINUTES | COOKING 20

2 teaspoons brown mustard seeds 2 teaspoons fennel seeds 50g (½ cup) cumin seeds 5 dried red chillies, crumbled (including the seeds)

MINUTES | DIFFICULTY EASY

2 ridged gourds (see note, page 145) 1 onion, diced 2 Indian green chillies, halved lengthways ½ teaspoon fenugreek seeds 1 fresh curry leaf sprig, leaves picked 1 teaspoon Maldive fish (optional), finely pounded using a mortar and pestle 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 2 teaspoons raw curry powder (recipe follows) ½ teaspoon chilli powder Salt, to taste 300ml coconut milk 200ml coconut cream Juice of ½ lime A pinch of dark roasted curry powder (recipe follows) 1. Take the gourds and peel the skin from the ridges, leaving the skin on the concave inner dips of the gourds intact. Cut each gourd in half, and then on an angle into 4cm pieces.

2. Place all the ingredients, except the coconut cream, lime juice and roasted curry powder, in a heavy-based saucepan, stirring until well combined.

3. Bring to the boil over medium–high heat and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the skin of the gourd is tender.

4. Stir in the coconut cream and bring to the boil, then immediately turn off the heat.

5. Stir in the lime juice and serve garnished with a sprinkling of roasted curry powder.

dark roasted curry powder This powder looks good, tastes amazing and is wonderful sprinkled over your finished curry or even a salad. When cooking a meatstyle curry, this is the one to use.

1. Toast the coriander seeds and curry leaves in a dry heavy-based frying pan over medium heat. After a couple of minutes, add the cloves, cardamom, cinnamon and rice and toast until golden brown.

2. Add the fenugreek, mustard, fennel and cumin seeds and dry-roast for a few more minutes, or until fragrant, taking care not to burn them. Finally, add the chilli pieces and toast for another minute or so. Pour into a small bowl to cool.

3. Grind to a powder, using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, and store in an airtight container for up to 1 year.

raw curry powder This is great for vegetable curries, and is best cooked with the vegetables. Use it as you would a store-bought curry powder. It is perfect for curried egg sandwiches.

MAKES 100g

6 tablespoons coriander seeds 2 tablespoons cumin seeds 1 teaspoon fennel seeds 1 teaspoon brown mustard seeds 1 x 5cm cinnamon stick, crumbled 4 cloves 4 green cardamom pods 5 dried curry leaves 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 1. Turn on your kitchen exhaust fan, so you don’t have a houseful of coughing people.

2. Heat all the spices in a dry heavy-based frying pan over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring often, until aromatic and golden brown. Pour into a small bowl to cool.

3. Grind to a fine powder, using a spice grinder, and store in an airtight container for up to 1 year.

MAKES 250G Okra has a reputation for being slimy, but it won’t be if you choose the young, tender vegetables. It’s easy to check — break the tip off one, and if it snaps off, it’s fresh; if it just bends, wait for a better batch.

Enjoy this lovely stew with an Afghan bread of your choice.

90g (1 cup) coriander seeds 3 fresh curry leaf sprigs, leaves picked 2 teaspoons cloves 2 teaspoons green cardamom pods 2 cinnamon sticks, crushed 2 teaspoons raw rice 2 teaspoons fenugreek seeds

This is an edited extract from Lands of the Curry Leaf

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