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Auction: March 14 Agent: Ray White Prestige Gold Coast, Jackson Paradise 0402 692 544 Inspired by the Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles, Travel can be a wonderful form of inspiration for the home. There are

Main Beach Bungalow delivers resort-style living

the ideas inspired by a boutique hotel or a piece for the home picked up in

across a double block located only footsteps

a stunning little store. In this edition of Prestige we discover the home of a

from Tedder Avenue cafes and wine bars and a

furniture designer who has brought home elements and ideas from travel.

short walk from the beach. Enjoy the lagoon-style

Our cover property looks to a world-famous hotel for inspiration in creating

pool with cabana, and inside, the split-level living

a fun and relaxed home in the heart of Main Beach on the Gold Coast. In

and dining rooms and a main bedroom retreat

The Style we talk to Welsh furniture and homewares designer Bethan Gray,

with a huge balcony.

whose travels and heritage are reflected in her work. “I think all of my designs start with some kind of story,” says Gray, who cites a visit to Oman as an influence on her latest collection of contemporary furniture. Also in

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this edition we take a peek at renowned Australian architect Robyn Boyd’s

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first residential design respectfully renovated by Flack Studio.

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Editor: Jen Melocco Jen.Melocco@domain. com.au Editorial producer: Danielle Giannopoulos Group picture editor: Kylie Thomson Senior designer: Colleen Chin Quan Graphic designer: Nicole Gauci National managing editor: Alice Stolz Group director, Consumer: Jason Chuck Chief executive officer: Jason Pellegrino

HOT PROPERTY

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DESIGN DIGEST Boho elements

Residential sales: Queensland Brad McLeod 0429 571 826 New South Wales Belinda Sinclair 0414 580 903 Victoria & Tasmania Mitch Armstrong 0438 820 767 Western Australia, South Australia & Northern Territory Jeroen van de Peppel 0427 292 797

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O U R COVE R 46-48 Peak Avenue Main Beach

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Gilston Gold Coast 392 Gilston Road 5

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Auction: March 12 Agent: Ray White Prestige Gold Coast, Josh Thomas 0421 324 372 It’s easy to see how this grand home earned its nickname Castle of Gilston: the riverfront residence is built from limestone and features swathes of glass, a marble staircase and flooring, a glass-roofed winter garden with water feature and a billiard room with bar. There’s also a pool, tennis court and more than two hectares of lush gardens.

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Blairgowrie

Kew

Mornington Peninsula 16 Ritchie Avenue

Melbourne 7 Marshall Avenue

$4.6 million-$4.9 million

$5.4 million-$5.9 million

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For sale

Auction: March 14

Agent: Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty Sorrento,

Agent: Marshall White Boroondara,

Rob Curtain 0418 310 870

James Tostevin 0417 003 333

The window seat that runs the width of the living room is perfect for

On 1787 square metres of park-like gardens with

drinking in the front row ocean views at this recently completed home.

a heated pool, this 1930s English-style home

There are two distinct living areas and a Gaggenau kitchen.

retains lovely period features.

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A NEW FORM OF LIVING ADELAIDE’S MOST DESIRABLE ADDRESS The Realm Adelaide Penthouse, features three bedrooms with ensuites and walk-in-robes occupying one wing, while the opposite wing is reserved for the lavish master retreat and its expansive walk-in-robe and dressing room, which flow into the deluxe ensuite.

To compliment the five-star lifestyle at Realm, residents have exclusive access to our Crossfit Gymnasium and 25-metre outdoor swimming pool on Level 8 and Wellness Centre with a yoga studio, sauna, steam room alongside a large entertaining deck with cabanas on Level 39.

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DESIGN DIGEST

Globe-trotting style The modern bohemian home is made up of pieces that explore different eras and places of the world, as these designs demonstrate. C o m p i l e d b y PAU LIN E M O RRIS SE Y HIGH TIDE Australian designer and creative Sarah Ellison has launched her third furniture collection, SOL, featuring the Tide coffee table. A celebration of 1970s-inspired sculptural forms, there is a choice of oak or limestone legs juxtaposed with a razorthin tempered glass tabletop. sarahellison.com.au

CANE REIGN Presenting a warm and timeless texture, the Cane Low Cabinet, designed by Atelier 2+, captures a contemporary feel of rattan furniture traditions of south-east Asia. It combines an ash wood frame with weave rattan, resulting in a subtle yet stunning piece. trithouse.com.au

BRIGHT IDEA

AHEAD OF THE TIMES Individually handcrafted in Indonesian sustainable rattan, the Celia

Designed by

Headboard by Sika Design frames the sleeping zone. The detailed bindings are inspired by butterfly

Marrakech-based

wings and available in a variety of finishes, including natural and antique tones. domo.com.au

studio LRNCE, the WAJAH Lamp features a handmade ceramic base made from terracotta, complemented with a raffia lampshade.

Each lamp is handpainted by the label’s founder Laurence Leenaert, presenting her signature style reminiscent of life in Morocco. tigmitrading.com

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COURTESY OF JONES

“Our clients were clear they didn’t want to live in a museum and wanted a little drama.”

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Masters past and present

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hen it comes to respectful heritage renovations that are high on impact, the ones that masterfully walk the tight rope between old school and contemporary, things simply don’t get much better than this project right here.

Located in Melbourne’s inner suburb of Kew, Pettigrew House was initially built in 1943 by Robin Boyd. Boyd is arguably the most influential Australian architect there’s ever been, and this historically significant home was his first residential design.

Built in three stages over three decades, “the house is a classic in Boyd architecture with its industrial simplicity of a flat, elongated roofline, sustained banks of windows, floor-to-ceiling glazing and a lounge room that opens up to a

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modest courtyard,” explains David Flack, whose eponymous design practice was commissioned to transform the home for a young family.

The Pettigrew-Boyd House spreads over two levels consisting of a main bedroom with en suite and walk-in wardrobe, powder room, gallery-style kitchen–laundry, formal living room, rumpus room and two other bedrooms.

Over the course of 24 months to design and 12 months to build, Flack Studio undertook the full scope project focusing on materiality, integrity, detail and spatial planning. They delivered a complete furniture, furnishings, art and object package in collaboration with Simone Haag.

“Working on a Robin Boyd home emphasised the importance of working with honest materials and allowing the personality of the

home to shine,” says Flack. “We did extensive research on Robin Boyd – our intention was to create a space that would allow it to cater for modern-day life and the way we live in the 21st century. It was important to be empathic to Boyd’s original architecture; however, we still wanted the home to feel very Flack Studio.”

Well, if you’re familiar with the work of this exciting interior design practice, this house most certainly feels “Flacked-to-the-max”.

Visually arresting, with a rich and layered aesthetic that’s exciting and eclectic on the one hand, yet humble, honest, respectful and deeply rooted in modernism on the other – this home is the ultimate design chameleon that transcends eras and genres.

The clients’ complete trust allowed Flack Studio to come up with a design that didn’t compromise Boyd’s original ideas, but enhanced them.

“Our clients were clear they didn’t want to live in a museum and wanted a little drama,” Flack says. The home had to feel classic and wear well for the next 70 years. “Being a significant Robin

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Boyd home, it was important to continue the conversation he had started while creating something new.”

Everything was touched in the space – restoration to existing timberwork, through to replacement of like-for-like materiality where possible. Extensive spatial planning allowed for the addition of a powder room, main bathroom, main robe, kitchen with adjoining scullery and laundry, which was previously accessed from the exterior of the house.

“Although not as straightforward as one may seem, the brief was always clear – provide the functional requirements for this young family home, while preserving and honouring a significant piece of Australia’s architectural history,” Flack says.

“Flack and Boyd felt like a comfortable fit from the beginning, a similar approach to spatial planning and ensuring everything had a place.

Ultimately it’s about creating family homes that will stand the test of time.” yellowtrace.com.au

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Beyond grand iron gates, the majesty of Melbourne’s most iconic estate is revealed. ’Shrublands’ is defined by its enormous grounds including tennis court and expansive landscaped lawn. Unparalleled in detail, advanced technology and functionality, the residence merges modern practicality with Victorian elegance. From gracious reception rooms to informal living, dining, fireside terraces, conference, meeting and entertainment facilities including a temperature controlled indoor pool, sauna, steam and wellness centre. Nine bedroom suites, a library, historic bluestone cellar and theatre. A rare opportunity exists to own this private sanctuary in one of the world’s most livable cities

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Offers to Purchase: By Tuesday 24th March View: By appointment 24/7 View: shrublandsmansion.com Contact: Jock Langley 0419 530 008 Simon Curtain 0405 385 285 RT Edgar - Nick Walker 0417 330 650

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NETHERBY

With Netherby close to the city, the hills and the beach, it’s little wonder residents are rarely inclined to leave. B y K ATE FARRE LLY Given the area plays host to the high

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Netherby

The foothills are also well-placed midway

school of former prime minister and one-time

between the university and medical precincts

6 Delamere Avenue Adelaide

education minister Julia Gillard, it’s perhaps

of Flinders and Adelaide and boast leafy streets

$2.7 million-$2.8 million

fitting that one of the Adelaide Foothills’ biggest

and larger-than-average block sizes.

drawcards is its proximity to some of the city’s best schools.

Gillard spent her formative teen years at Unley

“Brownhill Creek Reserve in Mitcham is a beautiful

High School in Netherby and it was here that she

spot to walk in autumn and spring and Springfield

held her first leadership position as a prefect.

is famous for its tree-lined streets lit by lantern-

The Gillards lived in neighbouring Kingswood,

style street lights,” says Tanner, who also made the

and that’s where audiologist Christy Akins landed

move from Melbourne to Adelaide. “You can also

after moving from Melbourne in 2002.

walk to Carrick Hill where there’s an historic home

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with magnificent gardens open to the public.”

Sales in Springfield regularly tip over the

“We thought it was a great place to bring up the

$2 million mark, while in January a glamorous

family,” she says. “We liked it because it’s really

Netherby residence in Montrose Avenue fetched

close to the city. You can ride your bike into town

over $3 million.

or drive and be in town in under 10 minutes. It’s

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Parks and gardens

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Locals dine out in the lush garden of the

close to the Hills so we can go hiking and it’s

Edinburgh Hotel or a block away at Stamps,

Agent: Tanner Real Estate,

close enough to the beach.”

a hip restaurant in a converted post office.

Simon Tanner 0402 292 725

Akins says the area has some of the best

The Mitcham shopping centre has all the

Set on two titles spanning 2830 square metres,

schools in the state and she loved living so close

everyday amenities as well as specialty stores

this impressive property comes with a tennis

that her three children could walk to school with

and cinemas.

court and an indoor heated pool. There’s a choice

their friends.

Hawthorn resident and agent Simon Tanner of Tanner Real Estate says the great selection of both public and private schools includes Mitcham Primary School, Unley High, Urrbrae Agricultural High School, Mercedes College and Scotch College.

“When you go to the shops it takes a while

of living spaces, including a media room.

because you see lots of people you know,” says Akins. “It has a bit of a village feel.”

After 18 years and counting, Akins says the foothills remain “an ideal place to live”.

“We’d be happy to retire here – it’s just so easy to get around.”

Netherby is home to some grand and glamorous residences,

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including this one in

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Delamere Avenue.

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Currumbin 734 Pacific Parade Flawless Coastal Luxury, Endless Pacific Ocean Views | $4,650,000 7

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Endless Pacific Ocean vistas. Subtle, sophisticated interiors. Functionality paired with flawless design. It all awaits here at the pinnacle of coastal luxury, positioned right across from iconic Elephant Rock and pristine Currumbin Beach. Infused with an abundance of sunshine and soul, this modern masterpiece embraces effortless integrated living and entertaining. The main residence boasts 6 spacious bedrooms, including a master suite which will leave you breathless with its beauty and alluring ocean outlook. Two deluxe pavilions are connected by a Currumbin Alley-inspired staircase which weave together three levels of property perfection.

View Thursday 5:30pm to 6:00pm and Saturday and Sunday 11:30am - 12:15pm Michael Cooper 0424 922 551 | Michael Kollosche 04111 888 15

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“The Nizwa cabinet is named after a fort with intricate patterns. The ombre colouring, going from light to dark, was inspired by my visit when the sun was setting.”

BETHAN GRAY Designer of furniture and homewares

Inclined to design, naturally Welsh designer Bethan Gray’s furniture and homewares blur the boundaries between traditional craft and contemporary style.

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references and craft. The Nizwa cabinet is named after a fort with intricate patterns. Even the ombre colouring, going from light to dark, was inspired by my visit when the sun was setting. I wanted to recreate that moment.

Q: You visited Australia recently as a guest of Living Edge. Tell us about your

Q: Did you come from a family of makers?

cent of people in Wales speak Welsh – combined

latest collection.

A: Weirdly, I recently found out that we had a

with my ancestry makes me more aware of other

A: The Exploring Eden collection launched in

female cabinet maker going back quite a few

cultures. That feeds into my work.

Milan last year, using natural materials such

generations. We’ve had this corner cabinet in

Bethan Gray draws on her ancestry and

as shells and feathers, sourced in sustainable

the family for years. I knew someone in the family

Q: Can you tell us more about your ancestry?

had made it. We recently found a certificate that

A: I’m Welsh. My father is Scottish and on my

shows it was a “she”. That was really inspiring.

mother’s side, I have Romany Gypsy ancestry.

Q: What’s your favourite room in your

All Romany Gypsies originated in Rajasthan.

own house?

Q: You worked for the British furniture label

They travelled through Persia and Europe. My

A: Probably the living room. It’s quite cosy and

Habitat for a decade, meeting artisans from

tribe ended up in Wales. They were travelling

comfortable and beautiful. It’s the hub of the

around the world. How did that experience

people. I think that’s always spurred on my love

home. We have a big modular sofa with round

shape your own practice?

of travel and exploration.

rugs and round coffee table and a big open fire.

A: It gave me an understanding of design in the

ways and repurposed into furniture.

In the winter, it’s quite cosy. A lot of people

experience with

commercial world. It also helped me to hone

Q: Do you view craft as a form of storytelling?

traditional crafts

my skill of working with traditional crafts but

A: I think all of my designs start with some kind

to create her

contemporary design. I speak Welsh as well.

of story. For instance, the Shamsian Collection

Bethan Gray’s designs are available at

contemporary designs.

Being a minority speaker – only about 20 per

is heavily inspired by Omani architectural

Living Edge.

come and spend time with us there.

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Embrace new heights

PENTHOUSE

The Noble is one of Sydney’s most spectacular penthouses set in the very heart of Potts Point, a neighbourhood distinguished as the city’s premier location for prestige apartments. The three-bedroom penthouse is wrapped in walls of glass on either side showcasing sweeping views to both the Sydney CBD, Harbour and eastern suburbs which provides a welcome escape from the bustling world below.

FOR SALE BY INTERNATIONAL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSING DATE 27TH MARCH 2020 1800 427 008 Sydney +44 20 7182 2000 London

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1 Baden Rd, Kurraba Point Stunning Deep Waterfront Family Home with Panoramic Harbour Bridge & City Views

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Expressions of Interest Offered for the first time in more than 60 years, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy one of Sydney's finest homes and Closing Date locations, boasting mesmerising uninterrupted views over Sydney Harbour, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera 2nd April House. This light filled and spacious family home is set on approximately 649sqm of prized waterfront land.

Open for Inspection • Free standing on one side & with private jetty to facilitate drop off from luxury vessels Wednesday 1pm to 2pm • Create your dream home on the fringes of Sydney harbour Saturday 10am to 11am • Soaring ceilings, timber floors & wall to wall glass optimise the glorious views & enhance the natural light Julia Conlon | 0408 407 113 • Casual dining area, separate formal dining room and an intimate family room with a lovely gas fireplace, julia@conlonandco.com.au large entertainers terrace and front row seats to the spectacular views.

The home is complete with a 13m heated waterfront swimming pool and spa overlooking Sydney harbour.

Martin Schiller | 0411 853 406 Peacefully located, alongside parklands, close to shops, schools and Sydney CBD. mschiller@savills.com.au Unique opportunity- will be sold.

Once-In-A-LIfetIme mAsterpIece

• Ultimate designer luxury over three breathtaking levels • High-end hotel indulgence with the best of everything • One of only a handful of hand built In-situ concrete homes • resort-style outdoor living with Infinity pool surrounded by travancore park • full home gym, cinema room, bar and steam room

74-76 mooltan street travancore 1112 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon

Phone 9375 9375

expressIOn Of Interest tHUrsday 26tH marcH at 5.30pm Inspect By private appointment cOntAct Joe Zucco 0414 557 895

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92 Page Street, Albert Park A ground-breaking architectural renovation reveals a 5 bedroom home suited to fine family entertaining with dramatic open-plan living, poolside entertaining and fully self-contained accommodation at the rear with its own garage. Climb a striking glass-balustrade staircase from to discover 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms of pure opulence, whilst 360 degree rooftop turret view, another - triple car – garage and C-Bus home automation offer further points of genuine differentiation between the Village and the sea.

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Auction Sat 21st March at 2.30pm Inspect Sat 11.30-12pm Wed 6-6.30pm Contact Warwick Gardiner 0438 308 555 Simon Gowling 0422 234 644 Jansen Spencer 0408 502 555

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