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4 2 CONFECTION PERFECTION French frivolity meets modern design in this artfully decorated home belonging to interior designer Suzie McAdams

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A Spanish mission-style home in Melbourne calms the senses with its pared-back use of raw textures and calming tones

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In the market for some new art? Take your pick from our visually arresting round-up

How global wallpaper manufacturer Graham & Brown revolutionised the home improvement space

2 8 SPACE CRUSH A new wine bar called for an interior that was equal parts moody and understated

How two architects transformed their innercity apartment into a living, breathing, plant-filled haven for their young family

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9 6 WHERE I SHOP Sustainable fashion designer Maggie Hewitt shares her favourite retail destinations

7 6 PARENTAL GUIDANCE 3 0 LOOKBOOKS Winter reading material for cosy nights

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Interior designer Leanne Ford has devised a homely guesthouse that visitors will never want to leave – and that’s the point

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Australia is blessed wtih natural wonders, many of them a short car or bus ride away, as this new day-tripping guide reveals

12 0 SOFT SELL Plush, elegant, warming and super-comfy – allow us to convince you why carpet and rugs will always be a good idea

12 4 THE RISE OF THE SIDE HUSTLE Savvy tips to make your passion project a financially viable venture

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THE SCENT OF GARDENIAS in someone’s front yard. The feel of skin on freshly washed linen sheets. The taste of my mum’s scones heaped with jam and cream. The sound of a Champagne cork popping! These are just a handful of my favourite sensory experiences. They’re what make life extra beautiful. I bring this up because July is the senses issue.

We’re spending more time nurturing our environments and ourselves, so why not explore how our senses guide our style. Stripping back can wait ’til summer – this season, let’s treat ourselves to things that make us feel good: warmer bedding, a new winter perfume, a weekend getaway with an open fire and second servings of our favourite foods.

This month, the team styled bedrooms that are *literally* what dreams are made of (p11), and put together pages of homewares inspired by three evocative fragrances (p99).

There are few purchases that can uplift a room and stir the senses quite like art, so we’ve curated a selection of pieces to buy, from originals to affordable prints (p90). If you see something you like, check out more of the artist’s work online. And speaking of second servings, from p136 you’ll find pastry recipes perfect for Sundays spent baking.

The homes featured in this edition, I hope, will also speak to your senses. Georgia Ezra’s Mediterranean-influenced family home (p54) is filled with so much textural warmth you just might be able to feel it as your fingertips flip the pages.

If you find peace and calm surrounded by greenery, turn to the innovatively designed apartment blooming with plant life on p64. Or perhaps, like me, you’ll fall head over heels for the decadently decorated house on p42. If Marie Antoinette were around today, this is where she’d feel right at home.

Beauty sleep Blankets and bedding layered in elegant colour combinations against the dreamiest backdrop – this bedroom shoot is styled to soothe your senses. For more, turn to p11.

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Layering my interiors and my outfits! I love the relaxed fit and classic detailing of this Earlston trench coat in Check, $1500; Camillaandmarc.com

Finding inspiraton in this month’s art shopping pages. The Wrong Shop Drawing 4 poster by Ronan Bouroullec, $150 unframed; Livingedge.com.au

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Dreaming my way to Tokyo with this book about one of Japan’s most exciting fashion retailers.

United Arrows by Rizzoli, $150; Hardiegrant.com/au

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Snuggle street Warning: the following selection of restful layers will make getting out of bed each morning a touch harder. Bernard bouclé bench seat in Ivory, $1199, McMullin & Co. ON BENCH, FROM TOP Sia king-size throw in Flax, $289, Bedouin Societe. Barrydale Weavers cotton cushion cover in Red Thick Stripe, $65, Pan After. Star blanket in Grey, $510, Hay. Wire sculpture, Imperfect Objects. Multi-coloured linen pillowcase, $60 for pair, Tow and Line. Abbotson European linen pillow sham in Cobalt, $149.99, Sheridan. Marseille glazed clay pot with blue and white glaze, $250, Stevie Michaels. ON FLOOR Airo standard linen pillowcase in Hailstorm, $85 for pair, Jardan. Turn the page for more cosy delights. A

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S L E E P I N G Cushions, blankets and linens layered in hues that pair together harmoniously… this is what dreams are made of

B E A U T Y creative direction sandy dao photography jem cresswell styling imogene roache floral installations ben avery/colourblind florist

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Otis bed in Charcoal stain, $3056 for double, The Natural Bedding Company. Mattress, Harvey Norman. Muse velvet ottoman in Agave, $895, Sarah Ellison.

Curve ceramic side table, $2700, Tanika Jellis. ON BED FROM LEFT Linen fitted sheet in White, $180 for queen, In Bed. Stonewash pillowcase in Forest, $70 for pair, Jardan. Santorini Sienna Oxford pillowcase, $205 for pair, Polite Society. Heavy linen pillowcase in Natural, $120, In Bed. Abbotson flat sheet in Cobalt, $299.99 for queen, Sheridan. Heavy linen bedcover in Natural (2.6m x 2.4cm), $350, In Bed. ON OTTOMAN Amabro two-tone carafe in Blue, $135, and Japanese oxidised-copper tray in Blue, from $82, DEA Store. Other items, stylist’s own. ON SIDE TABLE Cornet De Café lampshade with Alder base, $500, Shades Launay. Vintage Japanese plate, $59, Planet. ON FLOOR Outline cushion in Persian Blue, $128, Hay. A

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prepare your sanctuary To ensure a restful night’s sleep, invest in a good quality mattress and banish technology from the bedroom. Switch off devices at least an hour before bedtime to help you relax.

Thonet ‘S35’ lounge chair, $8560, Anibou. Otis bed and mattress, as before. ON CHAIR Alpaca throw in Beige/Blue Stripe (1.25m x 1.85m), $300, In Bed. ON BED FROM LEFT The Feeling of Quiet pillowcases, $265 for pair, Andéol Moiré. Fitted sheet in Cool Grey, $170 for double, and flat sheet in Lilac, $190 for double, In Bed. Linen quilt cover in Olive, $270 for double set including two pillowcases, Cultiver. ON FLOOR High-pile Beni Ourain rug (1.2m x 1.8m), $2300, Tow and Line. Shoreline vessel, $320 for medium, Jardan. A

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FROM LEFT Southport S-wave curtain in Ice (27.21cm x 32.22cm), $1752, Wynstan. Curio ‘Lavender Fields’ blanket, $480, Jardan. Thonet ‘S35’ lounge chair, as before. HMS Beagle ‘Hawkmoth’ embroidered cushion, $89, DEA Store. Felix velvet cushion in Moss Square, $109, McMullin & Co. 1950s Russian table lamp, $300, Tow and Line. OPPOSITE Mohair blanket in Burgundy, $470, Hay. Wool blanket in Olive, $299.99, Linen House. The Feeling of Quiet pillowcases, as before. A

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colour your way Soothing shades work well for bedrooms, but you can still have fun with unconventional colour pairings. Try lemon and grey, lilac and olive or oatmeal and cobalt.

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loving Otis bed and mattress, as before. Tall teak table, $240, DEA Store. ON BED FROM LEFT Mohair blanket in Yellow, $470, Hay. Minerale vintage-wash quilt in Stone, $535 for queen, Bedouin Societe. Linen pillowcase in Cedar Stripe, $90 for pair, Cultiver. Nimes European pillowcase in Espresso, $69.99, Linen House. Standard pillowcase in Sienna, $34.95, I Love Linen. Linen pillowcase in Sage, $90 for pair, Cultiver. Fitted sheet in Crème, $140 for queen, I Love Linen. ON SIDE TABLE Corde De Coco lampshade with Chatoyant base, $450, Shades Launay. Vintage Japanese bronze vase, $420, Planet. ON FLOOR Tenzin wool rug (2.4m x 3m), $13,465, Manyara Home. Vintage terracotta pots, $10 each, BESS. Suvira McDonald vase, $1400, DEA Store. OPPOSITE TOP FROM TOP Vintage terracotta pots, $10 each, BESS. HMS Beagle ‘Comet Moth’ embroidered cushion, $89, DEA Store. Lanham silk eye mask in Ivy, $59.99, Sheridan. Felix velvet cushion in Moss Rectangle, $99, McMullin & Co. Talik velvet cushion in Fawn, $150, Cultiver. Standard pillowcase in Sienna, $34.95, I Love Linen. Vintage pot, stylist’s own. Tall teak table, as before. OPPOSITE BOTTOM FROM TOP Ball cushion, $100, Tow and Line. Aleppo mohair throw in Brown/Black, $269, Bedouin Societe. Duke linen cushion in Forest, $265, Jardan. Outline cushion in Lemon Sorbet, $119, Hay. ClassiCon ‘NonConformist’ chair, $10,610, Anibou. V-shaped planter basket, $605, Planet. Tenzin wool rug, as before. R

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loving shady characters The colour connoisseurs at Laminex have added new decor to the range!

Laminex’s Sacha Leagh-Murray says the release offers muted hues that weren’t typically considered “natural tones”, like this Pale Honey x Dulux Birdseed laminate, from $81.07 per sq m. Laminex.com.au

beneath the surface Once again, Artedomus tiles are turning heads with the new Fiandre Veneziano and Loft collections. What sets these full-body tiles apart is their outstanding durability and uniform colour and pattern that runs through the entire tile. Ideal for surfaces with fluted-cut finishes or exposed edges, like stairs. Artedomus.com

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The chic one-shoulder William dress by New Zealand label Marle confirms the trend for asymmetric silhouettes is here to stay. It’s part of Marle’s You Got Mine spring 2021 collection, which honours the feel, form and movement of natural materials.

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winter skin edit 1 Boost Regenerating Power Serum, $72, Daily Wellness.

2 Hydrate Caudalie ‘Vinosource’ S.O.S Thirst-Quenching Serum, $68, Sephora. 3 Soothe Lipikar Syndet AP+ Wash Cream, $33.95, La Roche-Posay. 4 Moisturise Black Rose Beautifying Emulsion, $210, Sisley Paris. 5 Calm Phyto Corrective Gel, $100, SkinCeuticals.

NEW TRADITIONS ICONIC DESIGN COLLAB

Calling all Hans J. Wegner fans! Carl Hansen & Son has partnered with London-based designer Ilse Crawford on a new limited-edition colour palette for some of Wegner’s most iconic chairs, including the CH24, pictured in Pewter (above). Cultdesign.com.au A real living

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If you’ve been thinking about investing in a statement ceiling pendant or chandelier, may we suggest exploring the Apiales and Miira collections at Great Dane. Designed by Sofie Refer for Nuura, these collections are Nordic in form and timelessly sophisticated.

Pictured (left) is the Miira 4 pendant in Opal Brass. Greatdanefurniture.com staff pick

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If you’re not familiar with cult skincare brand Sunday Riley, let us introduce you to some of its targeted treatments.

There’s the A+ retinoid serum that helps reduce lines, the CEO vitamin C for brighter, bouncy skin, and the Good Genes lactic acid exfoliator that clarifies your complexion.

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young at art Made from eco-friendly, shock-absorbent memory foam, Rugabub kids’ mats are a stylish and safe surface for little ones to crawl, create and play.

The reversible mats are available in three gender-neutral geometric designs, including this Sahara/Little Trooper mat, $189.95. Rugabub.com.au staff pick

HOLISTIC HAVEN

The new Akin Atelier-designed Fenn retail and treatment space in Sydney is as uplifting and beautifully curated as Fenn’s product offering. Think raw, honest materials and soft tactility. Fennstore.com

STEPHANIE HOPE Acting deputy editor

photography terence chin (fenn)

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Ecoya’s kitchen range of soaps, cloths and sprays now includes a Fragranced Dish Liquid 1L refill, $24.95. Available in Juniper Berry & Mint and Tahitian Lime & Grapefruit, this new pack is an economical choice for households. Ecoya.com

Ladies, you can have it all!

Dr Naomi Skin products are Australian-made, vegan and cruelty-free and they’re cosmeceutical-grade, so you’ll see results. Drnaomi.com A real living

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For Tod’s spring collection, The Song, creative director Walter Chiapponi pays homage to the Italian company’s exquisite craftsmanship with an offering of minimally designed leather accessories featuring elegantly executed details. We have our eyes on these Gommini shopping bags in Brown and Pink. Tods.com

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Easy vegetarian meals Super Natural Simple by Heidi Swanson, $39.99, Hardie Grant. Plant-focused Greek Artichokes & Village Greens by Fofi Gourlas, $35, Cru Agency. Raw vegan food Eat More Raw

by Julie Mitsios, $59.95, Earth to Table.

Singaporean cuisine Makan by Elizabeth Haigh, $49.99, Bloomsbury.

delicious dishes Caribbean Blue is the latest colourway by Le Creuset’s creative lab. Available across the Enamelled Cast Iron cookware range, this tropical hue will make a statement on your stove and at the table. Lecreuset.com.au

TASTING NOTES What better way to try a variety of wines than with a curated wine pack from A Glass Of. Chosen by sommeliers and delivered to your door, each pack contains five top-notch tipples by independent winemakers. The pouches are the perfect size for sampling, bigger than your standard pour and at $45 a box, they make a fantastic gift. Aglassof.com

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CHEF’S SELECTION CAFFEINE FIX With a blend of ground coffee beans, sea salt, sugar, vitamin E and skin-smoothing natural oils, these body scrubs by Bean Body are certainly fuelling our coffee addiction! $22 each; Ausnzbeanbodycare.com

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If your kitchen is the heart of your home, a Richmond Deluxe cooker by Belling will be the hero. The multicavity oven is a dream when hosting dinner parties and the timeless design comes in a smorgasbord of colours.

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Bring the earth into your home with our 2021 new designs

A series of four nature-inspired lighter colours that are washed in the purity of white and wrapped in the smoothness of a stone.

It’s a mark of our craftsmanship and care, carefully passing from us to you.

Fine print Innovation and reinvention have always been at Graham & Brown’s core, making the iconic wallpapers applicable in myriad design scenarios. Here, Terrazzo Pink was a fitting choice for this personality-packed reading and storage nook by Laura U Design Collective.

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What began as two friends, an embossing machine and a clear vision has grown into the world’s leading wallpaper manufacturer words stephanie hope

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photography amy bartlam (main); courtesy of graham & brown

1946 FROM HOLLYWOOD MOVIE SETS to luxury shopfronts and celebrity homes, Graham & Brown wallpapers have kept illustrious company during their 75-year existence. It’s a far cry from the brand’s humble start, post-World War II in a small factory in the northern England town of Blackburn.

Harold Graham and Henry Brown, two passionate yet somewhat inexperienced best mates, had the idea of taking wallpaper from its traditional supporting role and making it the star of the room by way of design-led patterns and luxe materials. They couldn’t have timed it better. People were eager to liven up their homes following the harrowing years of war, and Graham & Brown’s finely crafted and original designs – from artisanal florals to damask flocks and dependable block colours – provided homeowners with an ideal avenue to express their passions on their walls.

Sadly, five years into the partnership, Harold passed away in 1951, leaving Henry to build the business into the global leader of wallpaper designs it is today. He had help: Harold’s brother Herbert stepped in as director, and in the late ’50s, Henry’s son David and Harold’s son Roger joined the team.

Together, they purchased additional factories, expanded into overseas markets and by the 1970s, Graham & Brown was producing millions of rolls of wallpaper each year. In 1983, they released the iconic Superfresco wallpaper, the first paintable wallpaper that was easy to hang. Coordinated homewares and paints in complementary shades followed, along with recent “paste the wall” technology, which has revolutionised a once painstaking application process.

In celebration of its 75th anniversary, Graham & Brown has released a Through the Decades collection of limitededition wallpapers featuring nostalgic designs from the company vault. The business is also making impressive inroads to reduce its environmental impact. Wallpapers are printed on sustainably sourced papers using water-based inks and there are plans to switch to a renewable energy supplier by 2022. Now a third-generation, family-run business, it’s safe to assume Graham & Brown will be adorning our homes for many more years to come. R

In 1946, Harold Graham and Henry Brown embarked on an exciting venture that would see their wallpapers delivered across the UK, and later, the world. Their sons David Brown and Roger Graham came on board in the ’50s, shown here holding the first Graham & Brown wallpaper design, known as ‘The Original’.

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The addition of their Superfresco wallpaper range was a gamechanger. These paintable designs – now stocked in Bunnings – give homeowners the freedom to customise the finish of their walls in myriad ways.

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Graham & Brown has established itself as the wallpaper of choice for interior designers and set designers. Its Boheme design donned the walls of Jennifer Aniston’s bedroom in The Bounty Hunter, while others have appeared in TV shows and Louis Viutton window displays.

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This year’s Through the Decades anniversary collection commemorates every decade since the brand’s inception. From left: Parsonage Bloom (’40s); Flower Power (’60s); Bohemian Dream (’70s); Memphis Mayhem (’80s); and Glitch (’00s). real living

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NO.92 GLEBE, NSW

Above and beyond A Grand Plaster Shell pendant lights a nook of Glebe wine bar No. 92 (above). Easy elegance “Our aim was for the interiors to form a lush backdrop to these dining spaces,” says Lily Goodwin. Depth is achieved through textural material selections that create visual harmony.

Elegant details, vintage lights and tactile finishes underpin the design of this wine bar

INTERIOR DESIGNERS LILY GOODWIN AND JOSH CAIN reimagined Victorian elegance through a contemporary lens when they created the interiors of No. 92. Housed within a Georgian building in Sydney’s Inner West, the wine bar and restaurant is dressed in subdued neutrals and inky blacks, with touches of rust and sage. Natural surfaces, such as smoked oak, blackbutt timber, stone, marmorino plaster and aniline leather, feature heavily throughout the space, with accents of brass and linen. “Our intention was that the palette be imbued with an understated and quiet beauty, rather than anything too loud or distracting,” says Lily, co-director at Pattern Studio. “Minimal, contemporary additions were included, intended to enhance – rather than compete with – the original detailing. We wanted to breathe new life into the space while respecting its history.” While each zone has unique character, the commissioned Angie Pai wall mural and the Grand Plaster Shell pendant light in the bar are particularly memorable. “I think people are drawn to the joyful and playful juxtaposition of these two elements,” Lily says. However, it’s the carefully curated selection of pendant lights and wall sconces with sculptural qualities sprinkled throughout No. 92 that demonstrate the true design vision. “Typically, we sourced vintage fittings deliberately from no one origin or era,” Lily explains. “We found Achille Castiglioni, Tommaso Barbi and Holmegaard fittings from the 1960s, vintage Euroluce and Angelucci from The Vault in Sydney, and contemporary fittings from Arturo Alvarez, supplied by Mobilia.” LED lighting is cleverly concealed within the joinery, suffusing a soft, atmospheric glow in the bar area. “We find that subtlety offers more of a sense of discovery – you might notice a new detail each time you visit,” Lily explains. R @reallivingmag

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CLOCKWISE FROM BELOW Old school While Lily and Josh worked with local stonemasons to design many of the tables, others were Italian vintage pieces from the 1970s. Sitting pretty “We used Thonet’s Hermann armchair and No.14 bistro chair, as well as bar stools from Grazia & Co,” Lily says of the wine bar’s furniture selection. Light it up Each wall sconce and pendant featured in No. 92 was carefully considered, Lily says.

“Ensuring the lighting is suitably ambient is key. A wine bar or restaurant’s interior should dissolve happily into the background, allowing patrons to relax in a space that feels special – and a little theatrical.”

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3 R&D Collection ‘Highclere’ tumblers, $149 for pair, Royal Doulton.

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Acts of Desperation by Megan Nolan Another searingly honest and darkly witty novel by a young Irish writer about female desire and a compulsive love affair that spirals into a toxic relationship. Careless by Kirsty Capes This debut novel tenderly portrays a teenager’s coming of age in the care system and the fraught relationships she has with her body and her foster mum. Fault Lines by Emily Itami Housewife Mizuki has a beautiful family and apartment in Tokyo, but when she meets restaurateur Kiyoshi, she rediscovers her lust for life and the city she lives in. If you wish you could book a holiday to Japan, reading this will transport you there. The Searcher by Tana French In this slow-burning mystery, an American ex-cop moves to a rural Irish town, only to have his self-imposed exile (and house reno project) disturbed when a local boy goes missing. Klara and The Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro The literary Nobel Prize winner’s latest book is set in a futuristic world and beautifully narrated by an ‘artificial friend’ – an android companion for children. Let Me Tell You What I Mean by Joan Didion Spanning 1968 to 2000, the 12 prescient essays featured in this compendium offer insight into the journalist’s early career, her literary peers and her uncanny foresight. Little Gods by Meng Jin An epic yet intimate portrait of two women – a mother who gives birth in Beijing on the night of the Tiananmen Square massacre and her daughter, who returns to China from America to unearth her family’s complicated history. Of Women And Salt by Gabriela Garcia This poetically written saga follows the lives of Latina women bound by family and fate, from 19th century Cuba to present-day Miami. Open Water by Caleb Azumah Nelson Two black British artists navigate friendships, falling in love and systematic racism while trying to succeed in their creative industries in this sensually told story. Second Place

by Rachel Cusk An infatuated writer invites a famous painter to stay in her family’s guest house. Things go awry when he shows up with a young heiress and the guests turn out to be incredibly difficult. Small Acts of Defiance by Michelle Wright Fans of historical fiction are sure to be swept away by this richly researched novel about a mother and daughter who find themselves trapped in German-occupied Paris during WWII. We Are All Birds of Uganda by Hafsa Zayyan Set between 1970s Uganda and contemporary London, this powerful novel addresses themes such as racism, generational divides, belonging and self-discovery, as experienced by a young lawyer from an immigrant family. R

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Eye candy This month’s homes will surprise, entice and soothe your senses, from an Australian abode with a Mediterranean twist to this terrace house filled with lavishly upholstered furniture, vintage decor, whimsical wallcoverings and very unique art. Flip the page for more. A

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This interior designer’s decadently decorated home flirts with French frivolity

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A new era In the formal living room of Suzie McAdam’s terrace house, different design decades and styles play off one another. Suzie had the mouldings added “as a simple, effective device” to frame the wall lights and artworks. Most pieces are vintage or antique, including the 1970s coffee table from Paris, the lilac chair in Pierre Frey fabric, the small French sofa in Fearless fabric by JP Demeyer and the Venetian glass chandeliers and sconces, which Suzie sourced from a vintage dealer in Milan. The jade-hued Onslow sofa by David Seyfried is covered in Pierre Frey ‘Dandy laine’ with ‘Bordure les fleurs du bengale’ trims. The Japanese screen is from Altfield and the artwork above the sofa is by Angela Chrusciaki Blehm. A

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Suzie McAdam, an interior designer, with her husband Barry Byrne, their one-year-old son Sebastian and Mischkko the Husky.

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SUZIE MCADAM’S HOME is like a mixed box of Ladurée macarons. Decorated in shades of pistachio, rose, vanilla and violet, the Victorian terrace has the visual temptation of a sweet pastry and is every bit as decadent as it looks.

An interior designer, Suzie delighted in the opportunity to indulge her personal aesthetic and design her own home – one she spent years looking for with her husband Barry Byrne. When they found this double-fronted 19th century home in Dublin, Suzie says they both sensed its “amazing potential” and lived there before renovating to get a feel for the floor plan and natural light. “What I loved about doing up my house is that I could be true to my style, experiment and take risks,” Suzie says. “I’m lucky that Barry, who has masculine tastes, allowed me to stay true to my vision.”

MODERN HISTORY The style of Suzie’s home could be described as a French Baroque chateau moonlighting as a museum of modern art. This fabulous fusion begins with the architecture – Suzie collaborated with her friend, local architect Courtney McDonnell, to create better access to beautiful views and simplify the layout by moving the four bedrooms downstairs and the kitchen, dining and living spaces upstairs. “Designing functional spaces is an important part of what I do,” maintains Suzie, who studied architecture before realising interior design was her calling, “but I love bringing soul to interiors with unusual antiques, fabrics and art.” While the new spaces have large picture windows and a modern feel, they retained the old cornices and fireplaces. Suzie says it was important to distinguish between the contemporary and Victorian elements. Even more crucial was that she connected with every element – “it’s about surrounding yourself with things you love.”

TASTE SENSATION Entering the dining room feels like Alice in Wonderland stumbling upon a decadent tea party replete with vintage decor, Venini glass lighting, whimsical wallpaper and eccentric guests – two dog-like sculptures

by Melbourne artist Troy Emery. The master bedroom is a Francophile’s fantasy in floor-to-ceiling toile fabric, Pierre Frey silks, Maison Dada furniture and a vintage pink glass chandelier. And during last year’s lockdown, Suzie says the formal living room became a space for enjoying small rituals – “on Fridays we make cocktails and light the fire”.

Indeed, even this formal space has a frivolous side. Suzie admits the antique French sofa in surreal JP Demeyer fabric isn’t too comfortable, “but it’s important to have something that inspires you, even if it’s not practical!” R

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Dining companions A pair of Troy Emery sculptures add to the dining room’s fanciful atmosphere.

The walnut table is a French Art Deco piece from Pamono, the Venini glass pendant is vintage and the dreamy wallpaper is from Watts of Westminster. Colour cocktail The dining room drinks cabinet is painted in a lush pairing of Zoffany ‘Faded Rose’ and ‘Serpentine’. On the top shelf is a print by Luke Edward Hall. Where the heart is Interior designer Suzie McAdam holds her son Sebastian in the formal living room (opposite). On the sofa are cushions in Maoming fabric from Pierre Frey. A

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Sweet spot Decorative touches such as this resin Melting Pop sculpture by Betsy Enzensberger reveal Suzie’s whimsical and free-spirited side. Indoor garden Suzie loves reimagining old designs, such as the gold vintage chairs reupholstered in Okinawa Saphir fabric by Pierre Frey (opposite). The vintage Berber rug was purchased in Marrakesh. Almost every element is embellished, even the curtains with their Pierre Frey ‘Bordure les fleurs du bengale’ trim. A

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a quick guide to reupholstering furniture

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Make sure the item is worth the money you will spend re-covering it. If it’s poorly made, damaged or you just don’t like the design and shape, brand new upholstery won’t fix it!

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Research the costs, but do keep in mind quality upholstery is worth the expense.

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Marble marvel Suzie designed the marble island with slim legs to recreate the feel and functionality of an elevated dining table, where the family eat and food prep takes place. She also had the ceiling removed to reveal the home’s original pitched roof, which opens up the space. Around the island are Gebrüder Thonet Vienna ‘Cirque’ stools and on the walls are pink China lights from Magic Circus.

The blue cooker is La Cornue. Custom fit Suzie (pictured opposite) sits in front of the kitchen’s custom joinery by Newcastle Design. This practical storage was inspired by the Victorian-era front door. Bottom’s up! A cheeky ceramic vessel (opposite) stands above the splashback. This marble is from Miller Brothers. A

FROM LEFT Flight of fancy While Barry didn’t agree to using pink onyx in the kitchen, Suzie got her way in the main bathroom, which is clad in marble from Miller Brothers and Phillip Jeffries ‘Flight’ wallpaper. The Calacatta marble bathtub from Hurlingham had been on Suzie’s wishlist. The lion-shaped tapware is from Bespoke Taps, the mirrors are Gubi, the wall sconces are by Kelly Wearstler, the cabinet handles are from Anthropology and the vintage pendant is by J.T. Kalmar. A fashionable life Suzie seized the chance to design a dressing area for herself. The joinery is painted in Zoffany ‘Faded Rose’ and the drapes are made from Zelina fabric in Pétale

by Pierre Frey. History meets escapism Draped in Electric Dreams kimono-inspired jacquard by Dedar, with Samuel & Sons fringe and sage green Augustine silk by Pierre Frey, this bedroom has all the fantasy and frou-frou of Sofia Coppola’s film Marie Antoinette.

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Boudoir beauty The master bedroom is fit for a modern-day queen, with a dressing table and stool by Maison Dada, a vintage pink glass light found in Milan, a Jonathan Adler daybed and a Slim Aarons photographic print above the ornate fireplace. Phillip Jeffries wallpaper adorns the walls.

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11 1 The Home Collective ‘Flin’ glass floor lamp, $199, Temple & Webster. 2 Marco tribal indoor/outdoor rug in Beige, $349 for small, Domayne. 3 Monocled Miss print by Slim Aarons, from $616 unframed, Fine Print Co. 4 Modernism clear glass shell chandelier in Brass (approx. 59cm), $568, Beautiful Halo.

5 Mia swivel chair in Boucle Paper, $995, Coco Republic. 6 Rounded glass vase, $10, Kmart. 7 Lenox dining chair in Distressed Velvet/Metal, $399, West Elm. 8 Dorset framed oval mirror in Champagne Gold, from about $183*, Oval and Round Mirrors Store. 9 Scandinavian Full Moon dressing table with integrated LED lamp in Navy Blue, $2400, Lectory. 10 Chandelle tapered candle in Sky, $29 for 4, Maison Balzac. 11 Grand Galet candleholder in Mint, $49, Maison Balzac. 12 Single scalloped shell wall lamp in Black, $269, Litfad. 13 Provence 3-seater sofa in Heron Grey, $1399, Brosa. 14 European Forest framed artwork c1900, $420, Vintage Art Emporium. 15 Lismore Essence Champagne saucers, $289 for pair, Waterford. 16 Ginori 1735 x Luke Edward Hall ‘Neptune’ charger plate, $191, MatchesFashion. 17 MM Linen ‘Marlie’ cotton-blend cushion, $119.99, Temple & Webster.

Colours and finishes FROM LEFT Sanderson ‘Andhara’ wallpaper in Dove/Cream, $264 for 10m, Wallpaper Shop. Designers Guild ‘Brera Grasscloth’ wallpaper in Duck Egg, $335 for 10m, Feliz Home. Wall paint in Petal Pink, $130 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. Arabescato marble, Surface Gallery. real living

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On the wall Homeowner Georgia Ezra created beautiful textured walls using a Bauwerk limewash paint in Birch. “We spent a long time testing colours throughout the house to get the walls and colour tones right,” she says. Unglazed clay floor tiles from Tiles of Ezra add to the home’s tonal approach. Softly does it Georgia took a sustainable approach during the renovation, using a recycled oak handmade island in the kitchen (opposite) and reclaimed timber sleepers for the beams. NAV cabinetry features a grass cloth insert by Style Revolutionary. “I love the kitchen in the morning,” Georgia says. “The sun filters in and the colours blend into one another.” A

C A S A B E L L A An interior architect’s family home is a warm, spacious and deeply personal abode that tells a story, thanks to its carefully considered layout and decoration photography lisa cohen styling rachel vigor words victoria kingsbury

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INTERIOR ARCHITECT AND BUILDING DUO Georgia and Richard Ezra were on a mission the first time they viewed their 1930s Melbourne property in 2019. With the same goal, but completely different design considerations, they divided and conquered when sizing up the property as a potential renovation project. “Richard and I are very lucky in our capabilities to confidently and seamlessly renovate,” says Georgia. “When we visit properties, you’ll find me walking through the spaces with a floor plan in hand, spinning with ideas of what I could do internally, and Richie will be scanning the exterior looking for structural issues – we literally go in separate directions.” The couple were first attracted to the property because of its Spanish mission-style facade and the “amazing” condition the property was in, thanks to its previous owners. Having said that, there were spatial issues to tackle.

ALL CHANGE With a great structure to play with, Georgia and Richard began demolition works in January 2019 (when Georgia was heavily pregnant with daughter Halle) and they moved into the home in May. “I gutted the entire home and reconfigured almost the entire floor plan. That meant removing walls, opening up walls, creating new rooms that didn’t exist, putting in skylights, making two rooms from one and opening up windows and doors in the external facade walls. It was a complete revamp,” says Georgia, who managed to do most of this with a toddler and newborn baby along for the ride. “It was a crazy time of our lives.”

CLUB MED Georgia’s vision was to bring a Mediterranean twist to the home. “You will find features of Spain, the South of France, Morocco and also India incorporated into our abode,” says Georgia, who has carefully curated unique and second-hand finds that she’s found online. “It’s one of my all-time favourite things to do,” she says. “My home is full of unique personality. I love to tell a story through my decorative items, bringing in history, moments and memories from the past.” R Holiday vibes Outside, Mediterranean style continues with Blanca Free Form stone cladding from Tiles of Ezra, alongside a pallet chair finished with an At Home With Georgia Ezra cushion. Right at home “I feel warm, safe, authentic and that I can be me,” Georgia says of her home. Here, she wears a Halle Girl dress from At Home With Georgia Ezra. Warm & inviting In the living room (opposite), Georgia and Richard used a fire-retardant substrate to form a structure around the Cheminées Philippe fireplace from Wignells. Tiles of Ezra mosaic tiles create a focal point and a Samsung Frame TV looks like vibrant art. A

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Georgia Ezra, interior architect and founder of Studio Ezra, Tiles of Ezra and At Home With Georgia Ezra, with her husband Richard, and their two children, Jesse, 4, and Halle, 2.

Studioezra.com | @studio_ezra Ahwgeorgiaezra.com | @ahw_georgiaezra

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style tip When you’re working with a quiet colour scheme, build up layers in the same colour family.

White, stone and pale ochre work well to create a calming, cohesive look

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Overarching idea Rounding the corner of the hallway, the living and kitchen space opens up, full of natural light. “We are always in the kitchen/living/playroom area,” says Georgia. “You’ll find us going out to the vegie garden to pick herbs for our homemade pizza or gathering leaves to paint and do arts and crafts with at the table.”

Romancing the stone A collection of handmade stoneware pieces from At Home With Georgia Ezra are stored on open shelves in the kitchen (opposite). Light pours in from the oversized window. A real living

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how to create unity, harmony and balance

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Surface appeal Marius Aurenti plaster was used to create a custom vanity benchtop, wet areas and floor.

Another bespoke touch is the splashback of thin, textural Clay Bejmat tiles by Tiles of Ezra. An integrated Brodware showerhead is simple yet luxurious in this spa-like sanctuary. Dining in More recycled oak was used in the dining area (opposite) for the bespoke joinery and shelves, designed by Georgia, which have been expertly styled with pieces and artworks from Morocco and Fiji. Georgia bought the framed Moghul artwork from Jaipur. A real living

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Hushed tones In the master bedroom, the bed is layered with sumptuous linens and cushions, with a wall light above from the At Home With Georgia Ezra range in a similar subtle hue as the walls. The carpet from Carpeteria adds to the comforting feel, while Greta Laundy artworks from Art to Art add a dose of colour.

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1 Dublin Bay New Zealand sheepskin, $185, Tigmi Trading. 2 Autumn in Quiet Spaces #4 framed artwork by Marnie Ross, $750, Fenton & Fenton. 3 Beni M’Guild rug (1.55m x 1.9m), $2750, Marr-Kett. 4 Recycled clay deep centre bowl, $329, At Home With Georgia Ezra. 5 Alberto two-tier chandelier, $4389 for medium, The Montauk Lighting Co. 6 Kensington double extension dining table, $3599, Domayne. 7 Global Explorer floral decorative metal tray, $87, Amara.

8 Amalfi glass vase, $159 for large, LivingStyles. 9 Perspex nest side tables in Clear, $179 for 3, Glicks Furniture. 10 Neptune cushion, $106, L&M Home.

11 Scalloped bowl, from $69.99, organic napkin ring, $65 for 4, Maron Marigold cotton napkin, $66 for 4, At Home With Georgia Ezra. 12 Southern Stylers ‘Modern Brooklyn’ 3-seater sofa in Beige, $1379, Temple & Webster. 13 Moroccan terracotta pot, $450 for large, Tigmi Trading. 14 Bella recycled timber stool, $195, LivingStyles. 15 Middle of Nowhere ‘Jemima’ mirror in Bronze, $429, RJ Living. 16 White Freckle clay wall light, $569, At Home With Georgia Ezra.

Colours and finishes FROM LEFT Zellige mosaic tiles in EZR0187, $385 per sq m, and Zellige clay tiles in EZR1010, $282 per sq m, Tiles of Ezra. Kaboodle Maplenut modern cabinet door (45cm), $80.34, Bunnings.

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Innovative inclusions help shield this innercity apartment from the hustle and bustle below

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Double vision Partners in life and business, Stefania Agostini and Luca Mostarda called on their combined backgrounds in architecture and furniture design to create a homely haven in the middle of Madrid. Their design philosophies and creative by-products are evident throughout, including these two artworks depicting the Matitone skyscraper in Genoa, which the couple drew. Grand designs In the living room (opposite), two iconic pieces sit side by side: an Isamu Noguchi Akari ‘UF3-Q’ rice paper lamp for Vitra and a reproduction of Gerrit Rietveld’s ‘Red and Blue’ armchair from Cassina. A

Room of wonders Form and function are celebrated in equal measures. The Largo sofa by Piero Lissoni for Kartell ticks the comfort box, while an orange Kruk stool by Doorzon and AMArchitectrue ‘Stanlio’ table are a study in materiality. The Mindscape rug by CC-Tapis pulls everything together. Window seat A section of the living room was converted into a bow window filled with plants (opposite), to “assimilate the pollution”.

Just inside, an Aggregato suspension lamp by Artemide hangs above the AMArchitectrue ‘Zigo Zago’ table and Superleggera chairs by Gio Ponti.

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Stefania Agostini and Luca Mostarda, founders of Milan studio AMArchitectrue, and their daughters Agnese, 3, and Matilde, 1.

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YOU’D NEVER GUESS THAT THIS light, bright and green home was once an office, with a dark corridor leading to various workspaces overlooking one of the busiest streets in Milan. And therein lies the genius of Stefania Agostini and Luca Mostarda, founders of AMArchitectrue studio, who transformed the space into a living, breathing – literally – home for their family. Pivotal to the design is the internal terrace/greenhouse, separated from the main living areas by folding French doors. Its bow window is filled with greenery and acts as both a filter for outside pollution and a barrier against external traffic noise. “A love for nature and sustainability are part of our generation,” says Stefania. “Being parents of two girls made us even more aware of these issues.”

PURE MAGIC The innovative design features don’t stop there. Another central element in the large open-plan space, the kitchen is slightly raised to give it more prominence. “It’s nice to cook by observing what is happening around you from above,” Stefania says. “We covered it with bronze mirrors to make it more precious; we love reflective surfaces, because they create special lighting effects”. The once-gloomy corridor has been opened up via a series of four wooden arches – two rounded and two pointed – which lead to the couple’s daughters’ shared bedroom. It creates a somewhat theatrical element, reminiscent of a fairy tale, especially with the addition of curtains to close off the space. “For now, the bedroom doesn’t need doors,” explains Luca, “but if one day Agnese and Matilde want to have their own rooms, the arches will become the elements that will distinguish them.”

TALENT SHOW Stefania and Luca have given special attention to their chosen materials: wood is left as natural as possible (no paint or lacquer) and marble is celebrated for all its virtues in a book-filled coffee table and bench seat at the entrance. Prototypes of their furniture designs are scattered here and there, and their paintings and drawings deck the walls. As such, the home is an apt representation of the couple and all they stand for, with creativity at its heart and unexpected moments at every turn. R

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Garden variety A host of evergreen plants, including philodendrons, rubber plants, aloe vera, fiddle leaf figs and areca palms, permeate the home with colour and life. The couple often use this outdoor terrace to work and paint, surrounded by the verdant greenery. On reflection Blue-framed doors in the kitchen pantry (opposite) mirror those leading to the terrace, while the mirrors bounce light around the space. An Applique lamp by Nemo Cassina makes a sculptural statement on the wall. A @reallivingmag

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style tip You can pack a lot of personality into a bedroom. Play around with colour and texture, and add interesting art and lighting

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Open entry A series of arches lead to Agnese and Matilde’s shared bedroom. Tile files In the bathroom, ceramic Appiani mosaic tiles have been used in two shades of green for interest and contrast. Creative couple Luca and Stefania stand at the entrance to the girls’ bedroom. Works in progress A detail of two small artworks by Luca (left) and Luca and Stefania (right). Sweet retreat The couple’s bed (opposite) is dressed with a Framework blanket by Yanyi Ha for ZigZagZurich and embroidered cushion by Lindell & Co. A Bruco wall lamp by Vico Magistretti illuminates four framed drawings by Luca, while ZigZagZurich tulle curtains conceal the wardrobe. The Tolomeo reading lamp is by Artemide.

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Time for play Agnese and Matilde’s bedroom features the same blue-framed windows as the rest of the house, as well as its own external plant vista.

The low oval Charles Eames table for Vitra makes the perfect play and craft surface for the two young girls. Make an entrance Large canvases painted

by Luca and Stefania hang in the corridor and entry, where the Bahia bench made from Azul Bahia granite and mirrored steel makes a striking first impression. Do not disturb Curtains close off the girls’ bedroom when privacy is needed, as expertly demonstrated by three-year-old Agnese. Pattern play In the bedroom (opposite), Richard Ginori ceramics, an artwork by Luca and a Matitone lamp by AMArchitectrue add layers of visual interest. A

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All in the details A sequence of windows open the living space up to the plant-filled terrace, while shelves underneath demonstrate the family’s love of reading. In front, an Ikea ‘Havsten’ armchair is topped with a cushion by Lindell & Co. A round coffee table from the Elefanti series

by AMArchitectrue (in the foreground) holds a Flos ‘Lampadina’ lamp by Achille Castiglioni.

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9 1 Woud ‘Annular’ pendant in White, $699, Floc Studio. 2 Side by Side art print by Emma Lawrenson, about $71*, The Poster Club. 3 House of Hackney ‘Saber’ tasselled velvet cushion, $292. MatchesFashion. 4 Havsten easy chair in Beige, $345, Ikea. 5 Olsen dining chair in Black Natural, $299, Life Interiors. 6 Pico concrete stool, $425, Coco Republic. 7 Fog Linen Work bunting, $29.95, Saison. 8 Kista rug (1.52m x 2.44m), $699, West Elm. 9 Artemide ‘Tolomeo’ table lamp in White, $477, Royal Design. 10 Renaissance Gold tea set for two, $549, Wedgwood. 11 Cat’s Pyjamas lounge chair in Color Mix 5, $799, Blu Dot. 12 Global white glass night table lamp in Grey, $343.37, Litfad. 13 Isamu Noguchi for Vitra ‘Akari 1AD’ lamp, $605, Living Edge. 14 Southern Stylers ‘Hanna’ 3-seater sofa in Light Grey, $999, Temple & Webster. 15 100% linen pillow case in Midnight Blue, $90 for 2, In Bed.

Colours and finishes FROM LEFT Steve Cordony ‘Labyrinth’ Gravity Carrara & Nero Marquina tiles, $44 per sheet, Perini. Wash&Wear interior paint in Placid Blue, $82.40 for 4L, Dulux.

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P A R E N T A L To realise her vision of contemporary family living, an experienced builder and mother-of-four utilised robust materials, playful shapes and calm colours photography dylan james styling simone haag & sharon robinson words dan f. stapleton

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Variety show In this family home created by builder Lauren Wilson, an eclectic mix of hard-wearing furniture gives children an array of textures to experience. A wonderfully squishy de Sede sofa, sourced from Domo, is the standout piece, while a pair of tough cane loungers by Worn are perfect for kids and parents alike.

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The team behind this family home project included Lauren Wilson of Built by Wilson, architect Ben Robertson, director of Tecture, and stylists Simone Haag and Sharon Robinson.

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Chop shop Lauren’s background gave her the confidence to modify furniture as she saw fit. “The height of this Harpers Project coffee table was wrong for the space, so Lauren said, ‘Let’s chop off the legs,’ and just like that, we did!” recalls stylist Simone Haag. The table stands on a Halcyon Lake rug, one of several in the home. School of rock Lauren wasn’t afraid to use premium stone and stone-based materials in zones the kids would frequent, selecting a large block of Tundra Grey marble for this shelf and bench in the living room (opposite). The two terrazzo coffee tables were designed and made by Lauren’s firm, Built by Wilson.

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Clean slate “Wipe-ability” was a priority in the kitchen, so Lauren made extensive use of Intarivo Border tiles from Academy Tiles + Surfaces. The tiled island features Tundra Grey marble skirting and a Corian countertop.

Simone sourced the vintage bar stools from Italy. Lauren didn’t adhere to any particular school of interior design, and the blend of styles and eras creates depth and nuance. Here, a custom-made HK Living sofa faces a HK Living artwork inspired by Brutalism. On the marble shelf, a vintage lamp is topped with a shade by Lizzy Cybulski in Kelly Wearstler fabric. A

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homes “I WAS OUT TO PROVE that a family house needn’t be boring or unattractive,” says Lauren Wilson of her latest project, a four-bedroom residence in Geelong’s pre-eminent suburb, Newtown. In some ways, the house serves as a sequel to the home Lauren constructed for her partner and their four children a few years earlier: like before, she enlisted Ben Robertson from architectural firm Tecture to design it and a posse of Geelong’s finest craftspeople to construct it. This time, though, she was determined to let creativity lead her. “Yes, it needed to be functional,” she says. “But I also wanted it to be beautiful.”

LEADING LIGHT Lauren wanted to create a light-filled haven, with floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights, and Ben incorporated internal courtyards to connect all the spaces. To amplify the light, Lauren devised a colour palette of airy neutrals. “I’m of the opinion that you shouldn’t wait until your kids have grown up to buy that white couch or install a marble island,” she explains.

“Stains are not the end of the world.” She is, however, an advocate of honest, hard-wearing materials including wood, stone and wool. “My key words were ‘robust’ and ‘timeless’ throughout the project,” she notes.

SURFACE PRO After considering the surfaces that families use daily, such as kitchen countertops and bathroom vanities, Lauren settled on slabs of tough-yet-glossy white Corian for the kitchen island and the kids’ bathrooms. “First and foremost, Corian looks beautiful,” she says. “But it’s also so easy to clean, and you can buff scratches out of it.” For the living room, she installed a massive block of marble as a shelf/bench. “My view is, yes, it gets marked over time, but that wear and tear is beautiful,” she says.

ONE FOR ALL Lauren worked with stylists Simone Haag and Sharon Robinson to flesh out the home’s identity. Almost all the furniture incorporates curves, softening the atmosphere, and the liberal use of indoor plants creates a dialogue with the leafy garden. The trio used statement pieces and contrasting tones to subtly differentiate the rooms, adding pops of warm colour in the kids’ areas and cool blues and greens in the adults’ rooms. The result, Lauren says, is “a house where everyone feels at home”. R

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homes Walk this way The French oak floorboards, from Made by Storey, are smoked and wire-brushed to retain a natural look, then finished with a matt lacquer that minimises the appearance of scratches. The art in the kitchen is a digital collage

by French artist Julien Pacaud from Boom Gallery. Wonder wood Lauren chose American white oak for much of the joinery, including the built-in bench and coat rack in the entrance (opposite), which she treated with a custom stain. American white oak is popular in residential projects because it’s strong but also has low stiffness, meaning it can bend without becoming deformed. A

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Decompression chamber Simone encouraged Lauren to set a different tone in the smaller living room so it could serve as a soothing adults-only escape. The pair agreed on olive-green Pozieres paint by Dulux for the walls, a Hudson sofa from Trit House and a fun check Halcyon Lake rug. The painting is by Little Nicki.

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Parents’ privileges In order to make the powder room feel special, Lauren incorporated materials and objects that aren’t found anywhere else in the home, such as the custom vanity crafted from Calcite Azul (a marble-like stone from Brazil) and the cute frosted makeup lights from Rich Brilliant Winning.

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10 Common Ceramics ‘Common Objects of Transformation’ open IIII vessel, $90, Assembly Label. 11 Petrified wood dish, $390 for large, Fenton&Fenton.

12 Pillar table in Natural Oak, from $6090, The Wood Room. 13 AYTM ‘Varia’ sculptural vase in Rose/Bordeaux, $249, Trit House. 14 Roman organic cotton pool towel in Paloma Sun & Ecru, $110, Baina. 15 Byredo ‘Tulipmania’ hand wash, $68, and hand lotion, $72, Mecca. 16 Caroma ‘Elvire’ freestanding bath (1.7m), $4779, Harvey Norman. 17 Hudson 4-seater sofa in White Boucle, $2384, Trit House.

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by Poppy Kural (60cm x 32cm), $1100, Yeah Nice. 15 Conqueror with Blue Stripes oil painting by Henrik Godsk (50cm x 35cm), $3700, Pier Marq. 16 Henryk Black Base #29 acrylic on canvas artwork (25cm x 30cm), $650, Becker Minty. 17 Rainbow photographic print by Alicia Taylor Photography (90cm x 60cm) $1600, Becker Minty. A

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3 View of the Lighthouse From Wategos art print (105cm x 115cm), $500, Blacklist Store.

4 Purple Poppies art print by Madelen Mollard (21cm x 29cm), about $67.75*, The Poster Club. 5 Delilah 2019 print by Formentera (20cm x 30cm), $550, Akila Berjaoui. 6 Summer of Orange Wine art print by Maja Dlugolecki (30cm x 40cm), about $77.20*, The Poster Club.

7 Trash Talk Print Seven print by Peter Ryle and Steven John Clarke (42cm x 29.7cm), $400, Denholm Gazette. 8 Drawing 8 art print by Rowan Bouroullec (67.5cm x 67.5cm), $150, Living Edge. 9 Ancient Strength print by Bec Smith (29.7cm x 42cm), $160, Saint Cloche.

10 Muu Contemporary art print in Blush (60cm x 40cm), $280, Muuse Collection. 11 Saint Pablo art print in Bobby Blue (21cm x 29.7cm), $140, Bobby Clark. 12 Untitled, Cellito Beach 2019 digital pigment print by Julie Adams (1.19m x 84cm), $1800, Smithmade. 13 You art print by Sofia Lind (70cm x 1m), $599, Asser & Co. 14 Dusk art print by Victoria Zschommler (41.6cm x 56.6cm), $900, Jardan. 15 Nocturne art print by Stacey Rees (29.7cm x 29.7cm), $110, Modern Times. 16 Fold print (29.7cm x 42cm), $120, Sian Egginton Photography. R

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where I shop Maggie Hewitt, founder and designer of sustainable fashion label Maggie Marilyn, reveals her favourite retail destinations

at home, new zealand 1 Simon James One of my all-time favourite stores; I love how everything is curated in the most purposeful way. Director Georgina McCormack is one of the chicest women I have ever met. Simonjames.co.nz 2 Babelogue I love that you never know what treasure you may find here – an Angel Pazmino rocker or a Jaymar ‘Tongue’ Chair.

Babelogue.shop; @babelogue_shop 3 Everyday Needs A beautiful store for people wanting to make conscious, informed decisions for their way of living. Everything is carefully sourced. Everyday-needs.com 4 Jasmin Sparrow My favourite jewellery by a very dear friend. The brand was created for women who appreciate style with empathy. Jasminsparrow.com

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Good as gold Sustainable, sculptural and sentimental, New Zealand-based jewellery brand Jasmin Sparrow’s designs include these Audrey pearl hoop earrings, about $328*.

Retail reimagined The Apartment by The Line is a visionary concept store in LA combining home decor, fashion, beauty, events and art in one intimate space.

Style moment ClassiCon ‘Roattino’ floor lamp, $4105, Anibou.

Refined curves Resident ‘Kashmir’ chair, Simon James.

Arm candy Mother Jug chain bracelet in Yellow Gold, $1035, Mineraleir.

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abroad 5 The Line, Los Angeles A beautiful apartment-styled store with a conscious selection of clothing, jewellery, furniture and home accessories. Theline.com 6 Goop Lab, New York I love the immaculate curation of the goop stores.

The products are selected based on the environment they reside in and every store offers something different depending on the location. It’s my favourite destination for new beauty and lifestyle brands. Goop.com 7 The Broken Arm, Paris Clothing and accessories curation at its best. And what’s more, it’s joined to a cafe with some of the best coffee in the city! The-broken-arm.com 8 The RealReal, Los Angeles I always make time to stop off here when I’m in LA – you never know what vintage gem you’ll stumble across. I found my favourite pair of vintage Gucci by Tom Ford heels here. I will cherish them for a lifetime. Therealreal.com

Tall order Dancing Duo candlesticks in Brass, about $327* for pair, Fourth St.

online 9 Foile Clean, refillable, crueltyfree skincare that not only feels good, it looks beautiful in your bathroom, too. Foile.com.au 10 Fourth St Founder Rukaiya Daud is the ultimate muse; she is so effortlessly chic. Her store offers beautiful home accessories and antique pieces that successfully mix past and present. Fourth-st.com 11 Casa Shop A gorgeous collection of carefully chosen vintage and new home objects.

Inspired by modern sculptures, Italian design and the beauty of recycling. Shopcasashop.com 12 Mineraleir I love this beautiful jewellery brand based in Australia and its conscious approach to design. Mineraleir.com R

Vintage vessel Czech colourful glass vase, about $356*, Casa Shop.

Cult clutch Bottega Veneta pouch in Paper, about $2367*, The Broken Arm.

Body balance Jojoba skin oil, $51 for 50ml, Foile.

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6 Barber Osgerby ‘Olio’ mug in Black, $29.95, Royal Doulton. 7 HK Living round metal side table in Cream, $499, House of Orange. 8 Belmont boucle dining chair, $295, Life Interiors.

9 Kuru bowl in Beige (16cm x 14cm), $99, Iittala. 10 Kennedy Ridge ottoman in Ecru and Almond White, $495, GlobeWest. 11 Middle of Nowhere ‘Bjorn’ arch mirror (25cm x 50cm), $112, Life Interiors. 12 Stripe Indent square tabouret, $550, Worn Store. 13 Curl Curl candle in White, $55, Black Blaze. 14 Studio carafe and tumbler set in Grey, $24.95, Freedom.

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M E LT I N G M O M E N T Sink into pillowy sofas and tread softly on fluffy rugs in delicate hues, inspired by the uplifting style trends of the season

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Like rays of sunshine, blends of yellow, cream and ochre are highlighted with white in this dreamy living room. Our affinity with Amalfi-inspired interiors is still going strong, albeit in lighter sorbet tones, such as the lemon wall colour here. For winter, keep things fresh with hints of green, and create layer upon layer of cosiness with rugs and throws, because comfort is pure joy!

OPPOSITE Sorrento fabric modular sofa in Natural Alpha, $2999, Freedom. Tara sideboard in Natural, $1299, Lounge Lovers. Elle block coffee table in Natural Travertine, $2530, Smithmade. Phoenix chair, $900, Merci Maison. Trio floor lamp, $595, Few & Far. Curtain in Burano fabric in Ivory, $66 per m, Warwick.

ON SOFA Organic cotton velvet square cushion in Nude, $110, In Bed. Small Checkers cushion in Citron, $200, Bonnie and Neil. Jardin boucle bolster cushion in Citrus, $150, Clo Studios. Mohair throw, $299, St Albans. ON SIDEBOARD Martha table lamp in White, $299, McMullin & Co. Ginger tumbler in Amber, $240 for 4, and Ginger carafe in Amber, $220, Jardan. Amber & Sandalwood candle, $39.95 for 350g, Circa Home. ON COFFEE TABLE Cream Freestanding Form II polymethyl methacrylate sculpture by Anya Pesce, $1500, M Contemporary. Curl Curl candle in White, $55, and Find Your Centre incense vessel, $39, Black Blaze. Desert Weavers vessel by Margaret Dodd, $413, In Bed. ON WALL Interno Lime Wash paint in Limoncello, $133 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. Lime original painting by Brigitte Grant, $1100, BG Studio. ON FLOOR Camilla tribal pattern berber wool shag rug (3.3m x 2.4m), $1814, Miss Amara. Otra Noche Beni M’Rirt rug (2.96m x 1.96m), $4500, Tigmi Trading. Books, Kinokuniya. A real living

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opposites attract Pops of pastels sit comfortably with modern brights in front of a soothing grey-blue backdrop in this space. The furniture shapes are classic, yet have a vintage vibe, and the colourful pattern play gives this living room an eclectic edge. Thanks to the gentle paint colours and white hues, one-of-a-kind pieces can sit together harmoniously. A

Juno Josephine 4-seater sofa in Barley Boucle, $4610, GlobeWest. Dallas occasional chair in Kelly Wearstler ‘District’ fabric in Claret, $6525, Mr Minty’s. Cubo console, $2200, Manyara Home. Lowlife armchair in White, $2010, MCM House. Globe fabric ottoman in Natural Danny, $249, Freedom. HK Living mirror block table in Purple (opposite), $499 for medium, House of Orange. Putney floor lamp in Blush, $249, Freedom. Connection sculpture by Katarina Wells, $2200, Curatorial+Co. ON SOFA Forestry Wool River blanket in Dusty Pink, $220, Stonewashed two-tone Belgian linen cushion in Strawberry/Rose, $220, and Stonewashed Belgian linen cushion in Strawberry, $160, Smithmade. Outline cushion in Lemon Sorbet, $128, Hay. ON CONSOLE Matiere Premiere ‘Neroli Oranger’ eau de parfum, $339 for 100ml, Libertine Parfumerie. Resin round pearl vase in Rose Swirl, $155, and Glass vase in Translucent Pink, $924, Dinosaur Designs. Curved Drippy vase in Grey, $240, Black Blaze. Theodore table lamp, $880, Merci Maison. ON OTTOMAN Checkmate vessel, $210, Stevie Michaels.

ON WALLS Eggshell paint in Frosting (walls), $130 for 4L, and Interno Lime Wash paint in Clay Pit (trims), $133 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. Three Sided Fold polymethyl methacrylate sculpture by Anya Pesce, $600, M Contemporary. ON FLOOR Valentina rug in Amber (3m x 4m), $3310, Coco Republic. Myra Beni M’Rirt rug, $4340, Tigmi Trading. Books, Kinokuniya. real living

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OPPOSITE Avila leather modular sofa, $9135, Coco Republic. Georgio oak timber chair, $790, MCM House. HK Living metal round side table in Blue, $599, House of Orange. Bernard boucle ottoman in Ivory, $999, McMullin & Co. Miniforms ‘Mastea’ coffee table in Wood Ash/Glass Blue, $3060, James Richardson Furniture. Curtain in Burano Ivory fabric, $66 per m, Warwick. ON WALL Interno Lime Wash paint in Clay Pit, $133 for 4L, Porter’s Paints. In Lieu acrylic on canvas artwork by Stacey Rees, $6500, Saint Cloche. ON FLOOR Ashanti tribal pattern berber wool shag rug (4m x 3m), $2838, Miss Amara. ON SOFA Deborah Hutton wool blend fringe throw in Drift, $199.99, My House. Corduroy scatter cushion in Toffee, $49.95, Freedom. Elk velvet cushion in Copper, $190, Jardan. Dora cushion in Navy, $34.95, Freedom. Chocolate velvet cushion, $120, Bonnie and Neil. ON SIDE TABLE Lolly table lamp, $528, Smithmade. ON OTTOMAN Column round tray, $149, Black Blaze. Resin Pebble vase in Tortoiseshell, $150 for small, Dinosaur Designs. ON COFFEE TABLE SkLO ‘Seed’ vessel in Steel Blue, $320, Jardan. Books, Kinokuniya. @reallivingmag

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art house This sophisticated living space is anchored by the striking artwork, which dictates the smooth tones of caramel, pink, aqua and royal blue, punctuated with hints of fiery red. The combination of textures in leather, boucle, rattan and glass take this scheme to a new level of luxury that is also warm, colourful and fun. R

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A calming palette, characterful inclusions and creature comforts provide the ultimate escape from reality

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Go with the flow With the removal of a wall, what used to be three rooms is now one open, light-filled space in this cosy guesthouse. Owner and interior designer Leanne Ford (pictured opposite) maintained the three zones with her careful furniture placement. Central to the space, a vintage table and storage ottoman provide somewhere to sit, read, write or observe the goings-on in the adjoining kitchen. Breathe easy In the living area (opposite), the original dark timber ceilings were painted white. “We stopped at one coat, so the wood tones and grains could seep through, which gives it that warm effect,” Leanne explains. Textural layers in neutral hues and greenery from the garden make the space feel all the more welcoming.

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LIKE SO MANY OTHERS WHO HAD THEIR LIVES dramatically changed by the pandemic, interior designer Leanne Ford found that her priorities underwent a sudden and comprehensive shift. With plane travel dubious and being closer to family more important than ever, the US designer and her husband Erik packed up their home in Rustic Canyon, LA, and relocated with their two-year-old daughter Ever to a grand old estate near Leanne’s childhood home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Perhaps the best thing to come from the move was the carriage house included in the sale. “It reminded me of a perfectly worn-down home in the Paris countryside,” Leanne says. “And because we can’t go to Paris right now, I thought, ‘Why not create that feeling here, where the whole family can be together?’”

And that’s just what she did. Toeing the line between preserving the building’s bones while giving it a much-needed refresh, she started with a neutral colour base, painting the dark timber ceilings white to instantly calm and brighten the space. She layered each room with earthy tones, vintage furniture finds and lots of texture, with the aim of creating a relaxing haven where guests felt compelled to settle in for a while. Currently, Erik’s sister “Nauntie Ali” is enjoying the calming, comforting space while helping take care of Ever. For those keen to have the same “holiday at home” experience, Leanne has this insightful piece of advice: “Don’t aim for perfection, aim for interesting!” @reallivingmag

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“To me, homes are like happiness – better when shared” FROM LEFT Wonder walls Downstairs, the walls have been given a slightly unconventional treatment. “One day I took Erik’s leftover coffee grinds over to the cottage and just rubbed them on the walls,” Leanne tells. “When I came back the next day, it had set in rather intensely, but in the end it turned out beautifully!” Throughout, empty pockets of space have been cleverly filled with seating, display cabinets and hanging storage. That’s a wrap The Smeg cooker was brand new, but its olive green colour didn’t work with Leanne’s “girl’s weekend” vision. Her solution? Wrap it in a custom terracotta-coloured vinyl. Rafters removed from the upstairs bedroom were put to use as shelving for the mismatched country-style tableware. Twist of lemon Each room has a distinct colour theme – for the yellow bathroom, Leanne added a concrete column sink and a fun feature tile pattern for a modern twist. “Don’t be afraid to layer several tones of one colour in a space. Repeating colour can simplify and unite a room,” she says. Here to stay “The first step to adding character and warmth isn’t about adding anything at all – it’s about keeping as much soul as you can,” Leanne tells. For the main bedroom, she retained the floral wallpaper, enhancing it with vintage lighting and furniture, and added a touch of decadence with plump pillows, a chunky quilt and silken throw. A

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imperfectly perfect As Leanne points out, there’s a certain freedom that comes with decorating for pleasure – you don’t need to think about resale value or get bogged down in practicalities. Instead, you have the liberty of choosing pieces purely based on look or feel, with the end game of creating a space that can transport you to another time and place. R Fair share In the second bedroom, “Twin beds make a perfect guestroom hack,” Leanne shares. “They can be pushed together or pulled apart, depending on who’s staying.” Rugs, soft linens and subdued lighting ramp up the comfort, while a row of wall hooks beneath the sloping ceiling are another genius inclusion, providing hanging space without the need for a wardrobe.

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A quiet place Plush carpet brings a layer of soft ambience to the home office, providing a warm landing pad underfoot and insulating against unwanted household noises.

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top textures Chunky loop piles in earth-inspired tones are having a moment for their casual comfort.

easy clean Carpets treated with stain-resistant formulas make for a fantastic, long-lasting option.

natural fibres Wool is proving a popular eco-friendly choice – it’s natural in look and receives minimal treatment.

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TOP ROW Lake Swiss ‘Moritz’ Berber classic boucle wool tufted loop pile carpet in Bone, $333 per sq m, Halcyon Lake. Atrar wool loop pile carpet in New Beige, Whitecliffe Imports. Diana Herringbone wool loop pile carpet in Alpine, Whitecliffe Imports. Pearl Grid wool/viscose handloom carpet in Sterling, $395 per sq m, RC+D. MIDDLE ROW Rendezvous ‘Pittsfield’ MEP fibre carpet in Dove, from $160 per lineal m, Choices Flooring. Serenity ‘Grange’ Triexta twist carpet in Light Smoke, from $237 per lineal m, Choices Flooring. Romantic Mood Triexta cut pile carpet in Dove, from $36 per sq m, Carpet Call. Natural Allure nylon twist carpet in Sunlight, $59 per sq m, Harvey Norman. BOTTOM ROW Windsor Wool ‘Corrigans Cove’ textured loop carpet in Alpine, from $193 per lineal m, Choices Flooring. Brease ‘Nasami’ nylon twist carpet in Splendor, from $179 per lineal m, Choices Flooring. Casual Tones polypropylene loop carpet in Bone Beige, $16 per sq m, Harvey Norman. Natural Allure nylon twist carpet in Silver Mist, $59 per sq m, Harvey Norman.

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SUMPTUOUS, ELEGANT AND UNDENIABLY COMFORTABLE, carpet has the power to completely change the look, feel and acoustics of a room. It’s been providing warmth underfoot in our bedrooms and giving us a cushy place to lounge in living areas for close to a century, and in recent times, carpet has enjoyed somewhat of a resurgence. “Throughout Covid, our homes became our sanctuaries, with a focus on indulgent fabrics and textures that soothed the senses,” explains Nicole Canty, product manager for Choices Flooring. “The trend continues as we seek to create a calming haven away from the high-stress, high-tech world we live in.”

Nicole notes that homeowners are gravitating towards warm, earthy tones and sustainable fabrics made from natural fibres like jute, wool and hemp. “We’re moving away from the charcoals and shiny metallics that we’ve seen so much of, to thicker carpets and more calming, natural tones, including terracotta,” she tells. There’s also good news for carpet maintenance and longevity. “A new renewably sourced fibre called triexta features built-in stain protection that never wears off, making it easier to clean carpets with just water,” Nicole says. “And another new fibre, Molecular Enhanced Polyester (MEP), is honed at the molecular level to make it more resistant to soiling and staining without compromising on the super-soft feel.” Sounds like a winning combination to us! A real living

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BOASTING ALL OF THE SAME BENEFITS AS CARPET, rugs have one notable extra feature: their versatility. As they’re not affixed to the floor, you have the option of swapping out your rugs seasonally, rotating them for even wear, switching them between rooms and taking them with you if you move. And, as Armadillo co-founders Jodie Fried and Sally Pottharst add, rugs also play an important role in cosying up the home. “The visual, sensorial juxtaposition of a soft, handwoven rug against the solid, grounding feel of polished floorboards or concrete can be quite lovely,” Jodie explains. As with carpet, natural fibres like jute, wool, linen and silk are proving popular, thanks to their sustainable, practical and inherently beautiful characteristics. “By their very nature, they possess a depth and dimension that you won’t find with manmade materials, plus they’re better for the environment,” says Jodie. Armadillo is certainly leading the way in this area, recently becoming the first Australian rug brand to gain its B Corporation certification after meeting the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility. “We have so much choice these days, which means a greater responsibility to do right for both people and planet,” Sally explains. She argues that the real comfort of a rug should come not from its look or feel, but the story behind its creation and the people who made it. It certainly brings a whole new layer of meaning to your home.

CHILDREN “A plush wool rug with a thicker pile is gentle under little feet, soft to play on and easier to clean,” says Jodie.

PETS “Opt for a flat-weave rug, which has the sturdiness to withstand high-traffic areas,” Sally recommends.

COOL CLIMATES “For winter, I lean into bijoux hues like amber, saffron, russet or aubergine – they make the home feel warm and cosy,” Sally says.

WARM CLIMATES “In balmier weather, try uplifting and rejuvenating shades like chalk and oatmeal, or raw, undyed jute,” Sally adds.

WET AREAS “Tactile details bring a sense of comfort to our daily labours,” Jodie says. “Try a small, tasselled rug to elevate forgotten areas like bathrooms, laundries and mudrooms.” R

TOP ROW Ashanti Tribal Pattern Berber wool shag rug (1.6m x 2.3m), $870, Miss Amara. Zebra hand-loomed wool rug in Emerald (1.6m x 2.3m), $799, Domayne. Eildon floor rug (1.6m x 2.3m), $899, Freedom. Blake Rainbow rug in Orange (1.7m x 2.4m), $271, Miss Amara.

MIDDLE ROW Tibet polyester thick pile rug (1.9m x 2.9m), $749, Harvey Norman. Avant Gardener Beni M’Rirt handwoven wool rug (2.52m x 3.3m), $10,200, Tigmi Trading. Coral shag handtufted wool rug in Tabasco (2m x 3m), $3720, Designer Rugs. Reflections 101 bamboo silk and acrylic rug in Coral (1.6m x 2.3m), $1079, Choices Flooring. BOTTOM ROW Classica hand-loomed wool rug in Grey (1.4m x 2m), $1560, Pampa. Cameron recycled plastic rug in Ivory Stone (2.4m x 3.3m), $999, OZ Design Furniture. Andorra flat weave wool rug in Terrazzo (1.7m x 2.4m), $1335, Armadillo. Nakuru viscose, wool and cotton floor rug in Black (1.6m x 2.3m), $399.97, Freedom. @reallivingmag

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Enduring beauty Rugs can be a colourful addition or a calming presence in a room. Here, Armadillo’s Aspen rug in Fog, with its soft, linear texture inspired by the alpine slopes, lifts the mood of this warm and neutral space.

style tip To prolong your rug’s lifespan, vacuum it regularly on both sides. Prevent fading by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources like heaters and fireplaces

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Love animals?

Your side hustle could be pet sitter/dog walker/ dog groomer/obedience instructor/cat whisperer (I don’t know if that’s a thing, but I definitely think it should be a thing).

Love writing?

Your side hustle could be blogger/copywriter/ proofreader/journalist/product reviewer.

Highly organised?

Your side hustle could be virtual assistant.

Know how to find a diamond in the rough?

Your side hustle could be furniture restoration/ house flipping/selling vintage goods.

Got mad design skills?

Your side hustle could be web designer/ graphic designer/illustrator.

Love kids?

Your side hustle could be nanny/babysitter/ hair braider/face painter at parties.

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looking to supplement their income while pursuing something they love I PERSONALLY LOVE side hustles. In fact, my She’s on the Money workshops started out as a passion project – something I did whenever I could fit them in. Like many side hustles, it evolved to become one of my main hustles! That’s the thing about side hustles – they can be big or small, long or short, monetarily driven or purely done to feed our mind, body and soul.

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STOCKPILE CONTENT Chances are you’re probably pretty busy working your main job as it is. One of the main reasons side hustles fail is the inability to keep up with content. Let’s say you want to become a blogger and deliver weekly or bi-weekly content. I suggest writing 20 ready-to-go pieces so that if things ramp up at work, you don’t have to stress about punching out a blog post. The same goes for advertising. If you want to do one social media post every three days for your hand-sewn baby-clothing business, plan and schedule that content! It’s also a good way to test out if you actually have time for your said side hustle.

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OUTSOURCE Ever spent 10 hours on something that you know someone else could have done in one? Don’t be afraid to outsource work that will allow you to generate revenue in a different way.

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SEPARATE YOUR FINANCES It will make your life much less muddy if you keep your personal and professional finances separate. This means having an account that is purely for business expenses like order-taking, subscriptions, expenses and saving money for tax. Yes, money earned from a side hustle is considered income, so make sure you’re putting money aside for tax.

SET YOURSELF UP TO SCALE • Register your business with the ATO. • If you anticipate earning over $75,000 per year, you need to register for GST. • Research how much money you need to be putting aside for tax.

• Pay yourself superannuation from the start (if you can). Remember, super contributions as a sole trader/contractor/freelancer are also tax deductible!

• Invest in software like XERO or MYOB that makes accounting and customer communication easier.

• Research what insurance you may need. It is particularly important if you’re doing a job that requires you to enter someone’s home.

• Factor in fuel, wear on your car, cost of software and so on, so you can price your work appropriately and also claim the necessary items at tax time.

• Make assets that legitimise your offering, e.g. a logo, website, booking forms, customer reviews and newsletters. When you’re just starting out, there are plenty of affordable options to get you going.

HOT TIP If you’re feeling unsure about how best to approach your side hustle, find someone who’s already doing it and ask them! This is as easy as a friendly call or email inviting them to coffee. On a behavioural psychology level, people love talking about themselves. If they’re a good person, they won’t see you as competition.

If they say no, they could simply be too busy.

Don’t take it personally. It might also be a referral down the line!

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TH E ROA D With local travel still very much the norm, Day Trip Sydney presents us with three nature-filled ways to explore our own backyard and escape the everyday

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need to know Traditional custodians Tharawal Distance from CBD 94km Transport Car parking: 345 Minnamurra Falls Rd, Jamberoo. Walk distance 4.2km return; allow 1 to 2 hours.

Difficulty Easy. Climb 189m. Suitable for Children, wheels. Facilities BBQ, cafe, picnic area, toilet.

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A FAMILY-FRIENDLY RAINFOREST WALK with a lyrebird soundtrack… Minnamurra Rainforest is home to the remnants of an ancient rainforest ecosystem. Life thrives in this lush, protected environment, which is a sobering reminder of how the Illawarra region used to be before European colonisation.

In the first half of the 19th century, the area’s red cedar trees were extensively felled for their prized timber, leading to their current scarcity. Today’s cedars stand tall, surrounded by boulders, waterways and bird’s-nest ferns. On a hot day, the shade from the canopy and the moisture from the streams keep the air cool. Lyrebirds can be heard, but are much harder to see, and water dragons and swamp wallabies also call the national park home.

The site offers two trails: the Rainforest Loop Walk and Falls Walk. The Loop Walk is the shorter track, a well-maintained, elevated path (perfect for prams) that passes over the Minnamurra Rivulet. This track eventually connects to the longer and steeper Falls Walk, which guides you beneath the spectacular Minnamurra Falls. After heavy rain, these falls are particularly phenomenal. With ample facilities at the site, and plenty of information on hand from the expert staff in the Rainforest Centre, this engaging and educational trip makes a great excursion for families. A

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“The cacophony of birdsong – parrots, finches and cockatoos all calling simultaneously – adds to the wilderness of the bushland”

need to know Traditional custodians Tharawal Distance from CBD 30km Transport Car parking: Wilson Pde, Heathcote; Train station: Heathcote/Waterfall.

Walk distance 13km return; allow 4 to 6 hours.

Difficulty Hard. Climb 312m. Suitable for Children.

A NATURAL LAP POOL surrounded by birdsong and towering eucalypts... Located within the Royal National Park, this trip is accessible via Heathcote train station. From the eastern side of the station, follow Wilson Parade past the State Emergency Services building and take the signposted track that veers into the bush.

Waratahs, native wildflowers and thick shrubs populate the area surrounding the track that leads to the pool. The cacophony of birdsong – parrots, finches and cockatoos all calling simultaneously – adds to the wildness of the bushland. As the trail approaches the water, the vegetation thins out, exposing a large waterhole surrounded by rock platforms – some great for shade. The 20-metre-long pool is enclosed by a eucalyptus forest. Doing laps of the clear green water is a perfect way to recharge after the walk down. Kangaroo Creek can be explored upstream or downstream, with secret picnic spots waiting to be discovered.

While spending a whole day at the Karloo Pools could easily suffice, if you’re craving more of an adventure, continue along the track for another hour, taking you to Uloola Falls. Make your way down the faint animal trail to the base of these impressive cascades for an extra challenge. Once you’ve had your fill of picturesque swimming holes, dry off and make your way back to Heathcote Station. (It’s possible to walk in the other direction from Uloola Falls to Waterfall Station, making the trip a total of 11 kilometres.) A

Cool off Accessed by a moderately challenging track through thick heathland, Karloo Pool is a delightful swimming and picnic spot well worth the trek.

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need to know Traditional custodians Dharug Distance from CBD 95km Transport Car parking: Mount Piddington Rd, Mount Victoria; Bus stop: Mount Piddington Rd opp Beck St, Mount Victoria; Train station: Mount Victoria.

Walk distance 2.7km loop; allow 1.5 to 2 hours.

Difficulty Medium. Climb 250m. Suitable for Children, dogs. Facilities Picnic area, toilet.

Out & about This is an edited extract from Day Trip Sydney by Andrew Grune and Evi O (Thames & Hudson, $34.99).

THE MAGICAL PROPERTIES of Fairy Bower and Coxs Cave were an early attraction of Mount Victoria’s tourism industry, which opened up in the latter half of the 19th century after the railway line was completed. Mostly known for its semi-rainforest vegetation, Fairy Bower features lush ferns, moss-covered stones and a handful of large caves. It’s a perfect place for ‘forest bathing’.

While some parts of the track are quite steep, this is overall a reasonably easy jaunt – and it is also dog friendly.

At 1094 metres, Mount Piddington is the highest lookout in the Blue Mountains. Commencing your walk from the picnic area, you quickly reach an intersection going to either Fairy Bower or Coxs Cave – this is the start of the loop. Head left on Coxs Cave Circuit and begin the descent down a series of stone steps to the ‘grotto’, a stone formation plastered with moss and ferns. Pearly dewdrops magically suspend themselves from the tree branches and aerial roots arch and weave themselves over the path to create an ethereal tunnel. The gentle sound of the creek amplifies this already enchanting experience.

Keep venturing down the track and you will soon arrive at another intersection. Turning left takes you to Fairy Bower picnic area, ideal for resting; otherwise continue on until you arrive at a steel ladder that leads to Coxs Cave. Ascend the ladder – watch your head on the rock above – and then scramble up the small hill into Coxs Cave, an impressive dome-shaped natural structure with great views of the Kanimbla Valley. After making your way back to the track, start the ascent to the first intersection, which marks the end of the loop. R

Green state Dogs are welcome on this short but steep walk into a magical grotto filled with lush fernery, dangling vines and trickling waterways.

“Pearly dewdrops magically suspend themselves from the tree branches and aerial roots arch and weave over the path”

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slice of heaven Fancy a spot of baking without the sugar high? These delicious savoury bakes celebrate timeless techniques and can be enjoyed any time of the day photography lisa cohen recipes michael & pippa james

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lard shortcrust pastry Makes 1.3kg Prep time 15 mins, plus resting time

This is a traditional Cornish pasty pastry. My Gran used to make this lard pastry every week for our pasties or pasty tarts, so it’s an incredibly well-used and proven recipe. It’s also wonderfully easy to work with; if it tears, you can simply stretch a little excess over the rip and carry on. The lard and butter provide lots of flavour, making it a good option for almost any savoury bake. I have added a wholemeal variation because I love the flavour of whole grains.

Another traditional variation is to use beef dripping instead of lard, resulting in a different flavour and crisper finish. You can of course also just use all butter in the recipe.

700g plain (all purpose) flour 1 tsp fine salt 175g unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 1cm cubes 175g lard, chilled and cut into 1cm cubes 270g chilled water

WHOLEMEAL VARIATION 350g wholemeal flour 350g plain (all purpose) flour 1 tsp fine salt 175g unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 1cm cubes 175g lard, chilled and cut into 1cm cubes 280g chilled water

Put the flour and salt in a mound on your kitchen bench and scatter the chilled butter and lard cubes over the top. Use a rolling pin to roll the fats into the flour, gathering the flour back into the middle as you go with a dough scraper or spatula. Keep rolling until the mixture has a crumbly texture, with shards of butter the size of rolled oats still visible.

2 Make a well in the middle and add the chilled water. Continue using the dough scraper to fold the flour over the water and gently work it in with your hands, working from the outside in, until the dough just comes together. The dough should be firm and not sticky to the touch.

3 Roll out or press the dough into a rectangle 2-3cm thick (exact dimensions are not important here). Fold one-third of the dough into the middle, then the other third over the top of that, as if folding a letter. Rotate the dough 90 degrees and roll it out again into a rectangle 2-3cm thick, then repeat the letter fold.

Don’t worry about making these folds perfectly neat – this is just to finish bringing the dough together and layering the butter, which results in a lovely flakiness.

4 Fold the dough over itself a few times to create rough layers.

Shape it into a flat block, then wrap and put it in the fridge to rest for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, before using. The pastry will keep for 3-4 days in the fridge, or up to 3 months in the freezer.

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equipment I find the best equipment for making pastry is my hands, a good rolling pin and my kitchen benchtop. A lot of pastry can be made with just these things, but if you’re going to invest in baking equipment, there are some things to consider.

I love my traditional, or ‘roller’ style, rolling pin. It has handles at each end, attached to a central dowel, for the roller to rotate around. I find these better for pastry than the rod-style rolling pins, because they require less grunt and don’t work the dough as much.

An electric stand mixer can speed up the job and make light work if you have one. But if you don’t, you can still successfully make all of the pastries in this book by hand.

A dough scraper and a pastry brush are inexpensive but invaluable tools, always in use and by your side.

A measuring tape or ruler will ensure you get the dimensions right when rolling out your pastry.

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maximising the recipes and minimising pastry wastage.

A portable digital timer is essential. They are accurate, easy to use and if you leave the kitchen, you can take it with you.

I recommend using digital scales that measure to the gram.

They are inexpensive and also save you having to wash up measuring spoons and cups countless times as you go.

In terms of the ‘right’ pie dishes, use what you already have. It might mean that you get more or fewer pies out of a recipe than me, but what you’re really aiming for is flavour and texture.

The same goes for pastry cutters. At home I find myself using plates, mixing bowls or lids of various sizes as templates to cut out my pastry. Size really doesn’t matter!

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gran’s traditional cornish pasty tarts Makes 2 (each serves 4-6) Prep time 25 mins, plus resting time Cooking time 80 minutes

Gran’s pasty tart was something I looked forward to every Friday evening when I was young. It’s basically a traditional Cornish pasty but in tart form. Simply take an old enamel deep pie dish, line it with lard pastry, fill and top your tart and then bake it. Gran always called it a pasty tart, but I gather from asking around other Cornish folk that most call it a pasty pie. It’s just swede, potato, onion and really good skirt steak. Ansum!

1 quantity lard wholemeal shortcrust pastry (see p139) 400g onions 280g swedes 280g potatoes

Place the pastry on a lightly floured kitchen bench and divide it into two equal pieces. Roll out into two rectangles roughly measuring 30cm x 6cm. Roll one 2mm thick and the other 3mm thick, then cut 2 x 30cm discs from each. The thinner pastry is for the tart bases and the thicker one is for the tops.

2 Put the pastry discs on a tray, layering a piece of baking paper between each one. Add the two pastry tops to the tray first, then the two bases last. Put in the fridge to rest for 20 minutes.

3 Grease 2 x 26cm round, 5cm deep pie dishes. Gently lay the pastry bases over the dishes, then use your thumb to firmly press the pastry into the corners. Rest again in the fridge while you prepare the filling.

4 Peel and chop the onions, swedes and potatoes into randomly shaped pieces, roughly 2cm in size. Cut the beef into 1cm dice.

5 Combine the vegetables and beef in a large bowl. Add the salt and pepper and mix well. Divide the mixture between the two pie dishes. Lightly brush the rims with egg wash, then lay the pastry tops over the filling so the edges meet. Press the edges together to seal, pushing out any air as you do this. Crimp or pinch around the edge with your thumb and forefinger, using both hands. Brush all over the top with egg wash, then use a knife to poke a couple of holes in the top to allow the steam to vent while baking.

6 Return the pasty tarts to the fridge to rest while you preheat the oven to 190˚C. If you only want to bake one tart, the other will keep in the fridge for 2-3 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.

7 Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the oven to 160˚C. Bake for a further 60-70 minutes, turning the tarts halfway through, until the pastry turns a lovely golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to rest for at least 10 minutes before eating. A 1

egg wash Whisk together 1 whole free range egg, 1 egg yolk, 20g full cream milk and a pinch of salt. It will keep, refrigerated, in a sealed container for a few days. The salt helps to denature the proteins in the eggs so it’s easier to brush the pastry. Egg wash can also be used to fill holes or cracks in a pastry tart shell. Simply brush the surface of the shell in the last few minutes of blind baking to ensure any small holes are sealed. If the hole is too big, use a little piece of raw dough and use the egg wash like a cement to plug that hole, then blind bake for a further 5 minutes to seal.

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SCONES 220g unsalted butter, chilled 500g plain flour 2 tsp baking powder ½ tsp bicarb soda 2 tsp fine salt ½ tsp ground ginger ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 tsp ground cinnamon ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg 220g coarsely grated parmesan, plus 50g finely grated, for topping 230g pumpkin puree (see below) 2 medium eggs, at room temperature 50g full cream milk or buttermilk, plus extra, for brushing PUMPKIN PUREE 1 small pumpkin 1 tbsp olive oil Fine salt and freshly ground black pepper

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pumpkin scones Makes 8 Prep time 25 mins, plus resting time Cooking time 2 hours These scones were inspired by Thanksgiving pumpkin pie. With the natural sweetness from the pumpkin, warming spices and the sharp bite of the parmesan to balance all the flavours, they make for an excellent afternoon treat in the autumn.

PUMPKIN PUREE Preheat the oven to 190˚C. Cut the pumpkin in half and remove the seeds. Put in a roasting pan, drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Cover with aluminium foil and bake for 1 hour 45 minutes, or until tender. Scoop out the flesh and blitz in a food processor to form a smooth puree.

2 Cut the chilled butter into 1cm cubes and return it to the fridge to get it really cold while you weigh up the rest of your ingredients.

3 Line a large baking tray with baking paper. Put the flour, baking powder, bicarb soda, salt and spices in a large bowl and whisk to combine, removing any large lumps. Tip the dry ingredients onto the kitchen bench and scatter over the chilled butter cubes. Use a rolling pin to break the butter into the flour, gathering in the flour with a dough scraper or spatula as you roll, until the mixture is crumbly with shards of butter the size of rolled oats still visible. These small pieces of butter are important for the structure and texture of the baked scone, so be careful not to over mix at this stage. Add the coarsely grated parmesan and toss to combine.

4 Place the pumpkin puree, eggs and milk in a bowl and lightly whisk to combine. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into it. Toss the flour mixture over the liquid and use your hands to gently bring everything together – this may take a minute or two. Use a dough scraper to gather up any loose flour or liquid as you go. Once it is a cohesive mass, roll it out a little and fold over itself two to three times to help create layers.

5 Roll the dough into a slab roughly measuring 18cm x 28cm and 3cm thick. Use an 8cm round cutter to cut out six scones. Gather up the trimmings and push them together then cut out another scone or two. Place the scones, evenly spaced, on the lined tray.

Cover loosely with a tea towel and refrigerate for a couple of hours or freeze for 30 minutes to set the butter back into the dough. At this stage, you can wrap and freeze the scones for up to 1 month.

6 Preheat the oven to 190˚C. Lightly brush the tops with milk, then sprinkle with the finely grated parmesan. Put the tray on the top oven shelf and bake for 10 minutes, then turn the oven down to 180˚C. Bake for a further 10-12 minutes, turning the tray halfway through, until golden on top. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for a few minutes, then eat on the same day. The flavour of the spices will mellow beautifully as the scones cool.

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Bench warmer Local cypress timber was used to create the furniture throughout the three Ross Farm dwellings. “There’s a common design language that flows through them, which is both raw through the use of natural materials and refined with a utilitarian and minimal aesthetic,” says interior designer Andrea Moore, who worked on this project with her family. In the Barn accommodation, light fixtures are made from brass pipes, walls are clad in OSB engineered wood and curtains soften the scheme. Home country The Barn (opposite) retains its original footprint, but had to be rebuilt to meet regulations.

“We lifted the roof to allow for a mezzanine and to capture the northern light and views of the hills,” Andrea explains. A

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Pure palette The Barn’s material palette was inspired by the nearby Wilsons Promontory National Park, which is known for its unique granite rock formations and the ever-changing colours of its landscape. In the kitchen, pink granite is paired with brass. This pink granite also makes a floor-to-ceiling statement in the bathroom, which was designed to meet accessibility standards. All of the property’s kitchens are equipped with everything guests need to cook up a feast, and come with pantry and breakfast staples as well as a coffee machine. Light bulb moment “The way the morning light streams into the space through the glazed facade is really lovely,” Andrea says of the Barn’s light and lofty aesthetic. The furniture, lamps (opposite) and even the door hardware were custom-made where possible and store-bought materials were often cleverly repurposed. A

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ON AN OLD DAIRY FARM where coastal bushland meets meandering waterways and magical fern gullies, you’ll find Ross Farm. Twenty years ago, tourists would have passed right by the property, its three dilapidated dwellings buckling under the weight of age and abandonment. But today, visitors come to this pastoral parcel of land to gather with friends and family and escape the everyday. The restoration of Ross Farm was a family affair – it was owner Lindsay Moore’s idea to convert the disused buildings into guest accommodation, and it was his daughter Andrea’s interior design background that turned his epiphany into a project. “It was a labour of love and indeed a larger project than first realised,” Andrea recalls. Naturally, Andrea was responsible for designing the three dwellings while her dad, who she describes as a “talented craftsman and maker”, worked with a “small bunch of local builders and tradespeople” to bring the family’s vision to life.

Located on the outskirts of Meeniyan, a quiet town in Victoria’s South Gippsland, Ross Farm is a modern manifestation of the area’s extensive ecosystems and rich farming history. “South Gippsland is dairy country and is known for its green rolling hills and pristine landscapes and beaches,” Andrea tells. Inevitably, the environment informed her design brief, which was to create “a truly unique accommodation experience honouring the agricultural architecture the region is known for, A

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Heart of steel In the Barn, a rusted steel spiral staircase connects the wheelchair-accessible ground floor to a mezzanine while anchoring the double-height volume, which Andrea says creates “a great sense of spaciousness”. To keep the place warm on cold nights, the Barn was insulated and re-clad with recycled tin sheets, and features a double-glazed glass facade.

Intimate experience In the Barn’s accessible bathroom (opposite), a Japanese timber bath and beautiful brass hardware beckon guests. Rural rituals Come evening, guests gather around the communal fire pit (opposite). The South Gippsland region sits at the southernmost point of Australia’s mainland and is a must-visit for nature lovers and keen bush walkers.

need to know How much? The Cabin starts from $250 per night, the Barn starts from $375 per night and the Dairy starts from $490 per night. Guests can also book two or all three accommodations and there is a minimum two-night stay*.

How to get there Ross Farm is near Meeniyan in South Gippsland, Victoria, about a two-hour drive from Melbourne.

Travel by car is recommended as there is very little public transport, and there is room for cars to park on the property.

Good to know Meeniyan is a 10-minute walk from the farm and is a great place to enjoy brunch, lunch or dinner. The region is home to picturesque lookouts, nature walks, beaches, boat tours and a national park, and while it’s beautiful year round, it’s best to pack for all seasons as the weather can be unpredictable.

The Barn accommodation ground floor is wheelchair accessible.

Website Rossfarm.com.au; @rossfarm_; @studiomoore

merged with beautiful yet functional interior design”. The team designed and handcrafted as much as they could with local materials and their combined skill sets, and Andrea says this resourceful approach encouraged her to apply quite humble or ordinary materials in experimental ways. For example, the decision to use naturally beautiful surfaces replaced the need for paint, kitchens were designed using floor pavers, basins are constructed out of concrete pipes and the light fittings are made from repurposed brass pipes. Then there’s the furniture and cabinetry, all of which was created specifically for each space, and because many of these details were resolved with the craftsmen along the way, the accommodation feels truly authentic and visibly soulful. Ross Farm is made up of three seperate guest dwellings. The one-bedroom Cabin opened in early 2018 and in late 2019 the three-bedroom Dairy and two-bedroom Barn were added to the offering. While each has its own distinct aesthetic, a raw and restrained palette flows from one to the next. So too does the physical flow between each shelter – the layout strategically provides private outlooks and allows for outdoor showers, but should a large family or groups of friends book more than one building, they all work together as a collective. It’s an idyllic destination for retreats and gatherings – after a day of sightseeing or hiking through nearby Wilsons Promontory National Park, guests can unwind in a big bathtub, cook up a barbecue, watch the sunset and settle around a wood fire. “We want guests to slow down and take in the atmosphere. To notice the smaller details of the space and enjoy simple daily rituals, whether it be lighting a fire, drawing a bath or a shower under the stars and exploring the beautiful landscape at our doorstep,” Andrea says. R

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Land of nod The Barn sleeps four guests, with a bedroom upstairs and a wheelchair-accessible bedroom downstairs. The simple materials used here put the focus on the views and the building’s humble beginnings. Southern belle The bedroom and bathroom (opposite) instil quietude. Curtains temper the sunlight; the basin is made from a concrete agricultural pipe. real living

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