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STYLE TREND Embrace the ancient art of Japanese tie-dying
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COLOUR TREND Rich hues of romantic burgundy and rose
20 BEST BUYS Clever furniture and homewares that multi-task 22
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18 inside: homes & renovation 70 SPEED OF LIGHT In Sydney, a Federation bungalow gets a 78 88 96
26 PROFILE: NATALIE ROSIN See the world from the perspective
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mood-brightening makeover with a heritage twist BEACH SOCIETY A worker’s cottage in Brisbane is extended to its lagoon-style pool and turned into an entertainer’s paradise HOUSE PROUD This Sydney terrace has lots of creative touches tailored to the family of three that love living there FAMILY DESTINATION Relocating to a new home in Brisbane gave a Sydney family plenty of room to stretch their wings MIDDLE GROUND A divorced couple find a new way to live together with their kids in a renovated Dutch smokehouse I’VE ALWAYS WANTED A... GRANNY FLAT Aussie Tiny Houses founder Fabio Paulucci reveals the key to a smaller space BUYER’S GUIDE Family-friendly flooring options for your home SEVEN WAYS TO FUTURE-PROOF YOUR HOME The BuildHer team showcase their latest projects and offer practical advice UP IN THE ROOF Shannon Vos explains how to convert a loft
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The recipients of the Inside Out/ Brickworks Home Of The Year awards have just been announced and the overall winner is this Melbourne home by Austin Maynard Architects. The multi-tasking property allows two generations to live sustainably and socially, forging the way for many more like it. Full details are on page 60. Photography: Derek Swalwell
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Mesmerising sunset horizons serve as a source of inspiration for Andéol Moiré, a homewares label that digitally prints its signature watercolour stripes onto natural fabrics. However, it’s the striking custom table lamps that have really captured our imagination. Printed on hand-woven dupion silk and natural Belgian linen, each shade is anchored to a vintage base and rewired to Australian standards, ensuring each lamp is as unique as you! Priced to order. andeolmoire.com
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ROLL UP, RO LL U P ! Inspired by the fun and fabulous nature of the circus, the latest collection of glassware and objects from Maison Balzac bursts with personality. Our top pick is these Le Seal incense holders, $189 each. The entire Le Cirque collection is available online. MAISONBALZAC.COM
PLAY GROUP Bébé Moiré is a unisex childrenswear brand created in 2020 by Sydney textile designer Emilie Cacace. The small collections are cut from handwoven and ethically sourced fabrics, and each garment is made to be played in, from $55 to $185. BEBEMOIRE.COM
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Enjoy a Mediterranean escape in Melbourne at 1017 High Street, Armadale. The store is a fitting aesthetic for leisurewear label Venroy, whose ethos is to live a supremely relaxed life. The brand’s first Victorian boutique is worth a visit for its gorgeous limestone and timber interiors alone. VENROY.COM.AU
SK I N DE E P The innovative shiplap profile of Brickworks’ new San Selmo terracotta facade, SK1N, wraps around structures like a single cohesive material, from the roof to the walls. Available in seven colourways, SK1N is a versatile reimagining of a classic material. BRICKWORKS.COM.AU
Taking style cues from the hard-edged beauty of Brutalist architecture, Rilievo is an in-house rug collection designed by Tigmi Trading. The five-piece range explores geometric forms and the interplay between positive and negative space created by shadows cast from relief elements. The Relieve 05 design in Bianco (3m x 80cm), $3750, is the perfect trans-seasonal flooring piece. TIGMITRADING.COM
G OOD V IBE S Exclusive to Mr Porter, Small World is a fashion and homewares edit that showcases 33 global, independent and diverse brands that celebrate craftsmanship, responsibly made products and local communities in a thoughtful and intentional way. The Norlha ‘Ombré’ blanket, $1660, and By Japan ‘+AOLA Hinoki Cypress’ sake set, $150, are on our wishlist. MRPORTER.COM
ST Y LE SOLU TION Check out the limited-edition Palmgrens x Carl Cavallius collection of leather trays and boxes embossed with playful prints. At Great Dane now. GREATDANEFURNITURE.COM
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B AT H I N G B E AU T Y To wrap yourself in a Baina towel is to cocoon yourself with luxury and care. This New Zealand label makes plush organic cotton towels in seriously suave colourways that we can’t get enough of, with prices starting from $390 for a five-piece set. Shown is Sage and Chalk. SHOPBAINA.COM
Designed to evoke childhood memories of beach holidays, sandy feet and splashing through the waves, The Fifth Collection by wallpaper brand These Walls has a distinctly coastal feel that will complement any interior. Pictured left to right are: Finn in Overcast, Sunbird in Reverse Sand and Tilly in Kelp, all POA. THESEWALLS.COM.AU
TI M E M A STE R Sleek, sexy and elegant, the Slim d’Hermès Squelette Lune watch features a daring use of contrasting materials and stylistic crossovers that make it a striking addition to any watch collection, POA. HERMES.COM
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Offered with Telstra’s home internet plans for new customers who stay connected on an eligible plan for 24 months, the Smart Modem is a hybrid device that gives you a better home wi-fi experience. As a starting point, it links your compatible devices to the internet. But where
When your Smart Modem needs to switch to the 4G network, it does so via an inbuilt, pre-activated SIM card – automatically connecting you to Australia’s best 4G network when you need it.
it truly shines is if the broadband connection to your home stops, it automatically switches to Telstra’s 4G mobile network to get you back online quickly. When the issue resolves, it then switches back – without you having to do anything. Talk about piece of mind.
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Is the following gibberish to you: data, NBN, GB, Mbps? Don’t stress. Telstra has trained team members in more than 340 stores nationwide ready to help you connect to the right home internet plan for your needs. They can also guide you through the connection process, and are ready to help if things go wrong. It’s the commitment to providing premium local service that highlights Telstra as a premium Australian internet provider.
Things you need to know: Mobile backup is available to premises in 4G coverage areas. Check coverage at telstra.com/coverage. Your mobile backup connection is capped at 25 Mbps for downloads and 5 Mbps for uploads. Actual speeds may be lower due to local conditions and content accessed. Study: PwC Hopes and Fears report March 2021.
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1 Bzippy & Co scallop vase in Tangerine Ice, $800, Jardan. 2 Wittman leather side table, $2795, Domo. 3 And That’s The Only Thing I Did This Year #2 artwork by Antonia Mrljak, $2700, Becker Minty. 4 Ligne Roset ‘Païpaï’ settee, from $8095, Domo. 5 Christina Lundsteen striped cushion, $172, Matchesfashion. 6 Wide pillar candle in Peach, $28, Black Blaze. 7 Flax Linen bedding set in Ruby, from $230, Bed Threads. 8 Hurricane N25 tealight, $80, Spence & Lyda. 9 Lina swivel chair in Blush, $3390, Living Edge. 10 Tallira ‘Alcazar’ rug in Flamingo, $1399, The Rug Collection. 11 Cotton towel in Red & Rose, $119.50*, Tekla. 12 Stepp wall-hung basin in Clay, $996, Nood Co. 13 L’Antic Colonial tiles, $95 per sq m, Earp Bros. 14 Calacatta Viola marble, POA, Artedomus. 15 Brokis ‘Lightline M’ table light, $1900, Spence & Lyda. 16 XL Rose Quartz sphere, $2300, Becker Minty. 17 Menu ‘Afteroom’ chair in Dusty Rose, $860, Designstuff.
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dual-purpose pieces Future-proof with multi-tasking furniture finds that work hard and look great
Flos ‘Bibliotheque Nationale’ floor lamp with shelves in Transparent, from $4360, Living Edge. Walnut magazine rack in Tan Leather, $995, Atley Co. AYTM ‘Curva’ metal stool with magazine rack, $399, Designstuff. Muuto ‘Halves’ side table in Sage Green, $625, Living Edge. Cookie side table in Matte Almond, $770, Fleur Studios.
Cupertino wall office in Matt White, $1269, BoConcept. Montmarte cat litter box, $790, AMA Studio. Hensley coffee table, $999, Freedom.
Norden gateleg table, $299, Ikea. Snow swivel-top desk, $999, Domayne. Sleepy ottoman sofa bed in Light Grey, $599, Temple & Webster.
Town N Country sofa with arm shelf, $7200, Nicholls Design. Gervasoni ‘Ghost 13’ sofa bed in Lino Bianco, $11,145, Anibou. Evelyn two-drawer queen bed in Grey, $1199, Harvey Norman.
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Linea Furniture ‘Alexander’ clothes stand with shelves, $699, Temple & Webster. Vertio Package 6 shelving unit with fold-down cabinet in Congo, $3710, King Furniture. Thonet ‘S 1520’ steel coat rack, $1020, Anibou. Muuto folded shelf, $240 for medium, Living Edge.
6ixty ‘Shoreline’ three-seater sofa bed in Oyster Grey, $1345, Temple & Webster. Lana Deco-velvet sofa bed in Bottle Green, $624, Brosa.
Nixon storage ottoman in Charlotte Paprika, $549, Freedom. Xtra velvet footstool with sleeping function in Petrol, $1099, BoConcept.
Symfonisk table lamp with Wi-Fi speaker in Black, $269, Ikea. Dog crate/side table with gate in White, $395 for small, Fable. Archie American rock-maple planter box with shelf, $2779, Nicholls Design.
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eco-friendly cleaners Sustainable choices have your home covered
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Dishwashing liquid combo in Finger Lime & Davidson Plum, $15.99 per 1L, Zero Co. Sparkling surface spray, $20 per 500ml, The Botanical Life Co. Benchpress surface spray in Lotus Leaf & Lustre, $19.95 per 500ml, Ashley & Co. Antibacterial All-Purpose surface spray in Royal Blossom, $18 per 500ml, Nontre Co.
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Planet Luxe hand wash, $28 per 500ml, Wellbeing Island. Fragranced hand wash, $24.95 per 450ml, Ecoya. Natural hand wash in Rosalina & Peppermint, $16.95 per 500ml, Koala Eco. Glass spray, $16 per 500ml, Bondi Wash. Super Scrub cleaning paste, $24 per 380g, The Botanical Life Co.
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Laundry detergent starter pack, $26.95 for 882ml, Dirt. Wool & Cashmere laundry shampoo concentrate, $22 per 1L, Nontre Co. Planet Luxe laundry liquid, $23 per 1L, Wellbeing Island. Natural laundry wash, $28.95 per 1L, Koala Eco.
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Planet Luxe floor cleaner, $20 per 1L, Wellbeing Island. Surface all-purpose cleaner, $16.95 per 475ml, Cove. Bench spray, $22 per 500ml, Bondi Wash. Natural multi-purpose kitchen cleaner, $12.95 per 500ml, Koala Eco. Fragranced liquid refill, $24.95 per 1L, and dish liquid, $19.95 per 550ml, Ecoya.
Eco Turtles ‘Sanitiser’ eco cleaning spray, $9.50 per 750ml, Urban Ethos. Planet Luxe glass cleaner, $18 per 500ml, Wellbeing Island. Stay Glassy glass & window kit, $29.90 per 500ml, Pleasant State. Brilliant glass & mirror spray, $18 per 500ml, The Botanical Life Co. Natural all-purpose kit, $27.50 per 500ml, Resparkle.
Laundry liquid combo, $42 per 4L, Zero Co. Stain remover starter pack, $26.40 for full glass dispenser bottle (240ml), refill pack and carry-on applicator bottle, Dirt. Natural laundry powder, $15.50 per 500g, Resparkle. Wool & cashmere wash, $11 per 125ml, Bondi Wash.
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Georgia Danos, creative and brand manager at James Richardson Furniture, explains why this Miniforms table is a design lover’s dream
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Why we want it Made in Italy, the Soda is a hand-blown Murano
glass side table designed by Yiannis Ghikas for Miniforms. Why it’s hot Weighing in at 20 kilos, this sculptural piece is blown, drawn out and shaped by three master glassmakers. Where to put it The Soda is a bold piece but also very flexible – it fits perfectly into homes as well as public spaces. What JRF loves about it This table is a funky take on a traditional artisanal glass-blowing technique. It’s fun and innovative, but also really timeless. One of Miniforms’ main objectives was to use a characteristic attribute of glass – transparency – to its advantage. Thus, they designed an object with a geometry that allows it to play with light and shadow, creating different shapes as one’s perspective changes. If you look at the Soda from a certain edge, you see darker parts because of the way the layers of glass overlap. As the light changes throughout the day, so do the light, colour and reflection of the table – it’s really magical! Where to find it The Soda side table is sold exclusively in Australia by James Richardson Furniture. It’s currently available in Petrol Green and Amber, with new colours on the horizon. Price From $1751 for the D380mm x H450mm size. See more James Richardson Furniture pieces at jrf.com.au INSIDE OUT | 25
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Natalie Rosin
A refreshing fusion of architectural design and sculpture, the artworks by this Sydney-based ceramicist encourage viewers to see the world from a different perspective
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ceramics class while doing her Masters of Architecture in 2013, she discovered an appreciation for the creative opportunities afforded to her by working with clay. “It was a hobby,” she says. “I was making mugs, jewellery, bowls and other functional pieces, but I thought, what if I form the architectural model I need to make with clay, instead of traditional model-making materials such as balsa wood or cardboard? This was the start of my exploration into what I call ‘architectural ceramic sculpture’.” Natalie’s journey with ceramics led her to join a communal pottery studio, where she dedicated her free time to developing her skills and eventually scored a three-month artist-in-residence position in Poland at the Baltic Gallery Of Contemporary Art in 2016. A year later, the challenges of juggling a career in architecture with ceramic work, new commissions and upcoming exhibitions forced Natalie to decide between the two paths. “I chose to focus solely on ceramics,” she says. “It’s been almost four years and I haven’t regretted it for a moment. Like many professions, especially as a one-woman show, there is often a struggle between managing time, knowing how many projects to take on, and understanding that it’s okay to turn down some opportunities.” Influenced by historical design, including the Modernist, Postmodern, Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Medieval and various contemporary movements, Natalie creates artworks and
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“My goal is to provide an appreciation for architecture in a new way — through sculpture” NATALIE ROSIN, CERAMICIST
functional sculptures that focus on shape. “Often my sculptures or functional pieces are white or single toned, encouraging the viewer to focus on the way light and shadow interact with the form,” she says. “Architecture influences my ceramic practice in multiple ways. Often the way I begin a commission with a client is similar to an architectural studio: following the stages of design development, presenting sketches and making iterations and amendments towards the final form.” These days, Natalie has two studios – one at her home, where she can spend time working with clay and planning new works, and a second at Claypool, a group space based at Block J studio in Botany, where she does her glazing and firing. “I love my home studio because it’s a quiet and peaceful place where I can really focus and immerse myself in the projects I’m working on,” she says. “Claypool has a variety of different members, all interested in ceramics and with their own unique aesthetic, and we exchange ideas and discuss different glazes, successes, failures, clay preferences, methods and materiality.” After a busy first half of 2021, showing at the Australian Design Centre, Curatorial+Co and the Canberra Museum & Gallery, Natalie is looking forward to focusing on her latest designs, and taking some time to experiment with new ideas in the second half of this year. “I enjoy the endless possibilities that a slab of clay and a set of hands can offer,” she admits. “My goal is to provide an appreciation for architecture in a new way through my sculpture, where a new perspective is presented.” See more of Natalie’s work at natalie-rosin.com or follow her @natrosin
WHERE TO BUY NATALIE’S WORK
+ Curatorial+Co + Saint Cloche Gallery + Jardan + Kira & Kira + Ivy Muse + Bed Threads
THIS PAGE (clockwise from top left) A selection of Natalie’s works. The artist in her home studio. Stoneware clay pieces in their pre-glazed state. Spiral Stair 7, available through Curatorial+Co. Sunrise, from Nat’s website. OPPOSITE Nat’s light-filled home and various shots of her work space. The two featured pieces are Stairs To Somewhere (top right), which can be found on Nat’s website, and the ceramic wall piece (bottom left).
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Does great style run in the blood, or is it a given when you grow up in a creative household? In our Family Issue, we celebrate five acclaimed Australian design families that bring beauty, form and function to everything their businesses create, from coveted objects to awardwinning spaces. These inspiring individuals have contributed to some of our favourite homes, all crafted with emotion, clarity and creative confidence while building a legacy for generations to come…
PHOTOGRAPHY: KRISTINA SOLJO
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D I N OSAU R D E S I G N S S TEPH EN O R MAN DY, LO U IS E O L S EN , C AM I LLE O L S EN - O R MAN DY Resin is at the heart of one of Australia’s most-loved brands, and partners in life and art Stephen Ormandy and Louise Olsen have taken this humble material and exploded its possibilities. Carbon neutral since 2006, and with their own stores across Australia, in London and New York and stockists everywhere, the brand blurs the line between commerce and art by also sitting in esteemed galleries. It’s a 30-year partnership steeped in wild colour that allows them both to step outside their creative boundaries and experiment with fine art, large-scale paintings, jewellery – and even some DJ-ing on the side by Stephen. As an artist in her own right, daughter Camille (pictured at left) also dips in and out of Dinosaur Designs and does time in the East Sydney store. INSIDE OUT | 29
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Dolf Engelen would be proud. The Danish Design Company he founded in 1978, giving Australians access to Scandinavian designers such as Arne Jacobsen and Louis Poulsen, is still thriving today under the co-directorship of his three children: John, Tina and Tim. “Collaboratively, we have worked together for 33 years,” explains eldest brother John. “Growing up in a creative household was a catalyst for our design impetus. Being raised by immensely passionate parents and surrounded by Modernist design, we were always exposed to creative people and ideas. This is an ‘all hands on deck’ work environment. Our partners, kids and extended family are also involved with the business, and there is an unparalleled element of care and consideration.” Dedece showrooms in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth are sanctuaries of modern design and draw a dedicated crowd of industry and private customers. “I think we developed an understanding of good design through absorption,” says John. “Our home was filled with books and furniture, and there was always something going on. Our parents were always innovating and liaising with spectacularly creative people.” So will there be a new generation of Engelens coming into the business? “Yes, I think there will, but we are conscious not to steer them, and to let them make their own organic career choices.” 30 | INSIDE OUT
PHOTOGRAPHY: ROSS HONEYSETT (DEDECE), KATIE KAARS (UTOPIA GOODS)
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UTO P IA G OO DS SO PH I E TATLOW AN D B R U C E S LO R AC H
Utopia Goods is a labour of love for partners of 24 years Sophie Tatlow and Bruce Slorach. Bruce’s background as creative director of surfwear label Mambo back in the day embedded a deeply Australian aesthetic into their 2012 launch. The exquisite handillustrated printed fabrics they produce simultaneously weave delicate and robust prints of flora and fauna into the homewares displayed in their Paddington headquarters. It’s here you will find all manner of Australian botanica in every form from regal armchairs, sumptuous cushions, curtains and tea towels. “The subject matter is loved by so many – we’re seen as fabric florists,” explains Sophie. “We’re on a mission to take Australian natives to the world, promote great local design and encourage a greater audience to think about the value of plants and trees.” For a craft that feels rooted in the domestic arts, Utopia Goods works are held in high regard, sitting in the permanent collections of the Powerhouse Museum and the NGV, and recently as sumptuous commissioned carpets for Government House in Sydney. Henry, the couple’s 19-year-old son, has been exposed to art, fabric, textiles and music since he was born. “Good design is intuitive, but like anything, the more you cultivate an interest, the finer the eye,” explains Sophie. And while he may be studying Medical Science at university right now, his parents have always encouraged strong design opinions. “Yes, he is always offering suggestions for doing things better!” she laughs.
JAR DAN N I C K , M I C HAEL AN D R EN EE GAR N HAM
If you think of Jardan, it’s the brand’s exquisite showroom spaces in Sydney and Melbourne that first come to mind. Filled with tactile, textured furniture pieces in sophisticated palettes and a collection of curated artwork that ties it all together, they encapsulate modern Australian luxury. But really, the core of this family business is the cult Australianmade sofas. Since 1997, brothers Nick and Michael Garnham and their accountant dad have driven the brand, and in 2010 they were joined by Nick’s wife Renee as creative director. With four stores across the country and a determination to keep the product local and sustainable, it’s a corporate culture of kindness, something Nick really appreciates. “We love that we can keep that family feel of a friendly, welcoming environment and not be overly corporate, but still have a successful business that reflects our core beliefs of sustainable design.” Our teams are like family, and we have a strong culture of development and growth, with a philosophy of truly caring about our people.” 32 | INSIDE OUT
PHOTOGRAPHY: JAMES GEER (JARDAN), RUSSELL HORTON (ALEXANDER & CO)
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ALE X AN D E R & CO J ER EM Y B U LL AN D TE S S G L A S SO N
Award-winning residential and commercial architecture and design created with sensitivity may be Alexander & Co’s main business, but it’s the company culture that husband-and-wife team Jeremy Bull and Tess Glasson have built since they merged skills in 2013 that they’re most proud of. Their practice and home life are run out of two side-by-side Sydney terraces where work and life merge. “The business is quite fundamentally connected to our domestic life; our children drift in and out of it, and Tess and I share the ideation and outputs of the work that we do creatively and financially,” explains Jeremy. That the couple share four young sons just adds to the rich and complex layers of their work/home life balance. “The children are privileged to be part of the daily hum and flow of a small family business,” adds Tess. “Having this set-up means creating something meaningful that not only provides for our family financially, but also provides a creative outlet where we are able to explore our own cultural ideas in our own eco system.”
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GOOD TO GROW Open the door to an inspiring bedroom design that will take your child from toddler to teen
PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOMER STYLING JESSICA HANSON
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1 Papier Tigre canvas A5 notebook, $39.95, Milligram. 2 Porjus mobile, $15, Ikea. 3 Linen pillowslip in Lake, $90 for two, In Bed. 4 Aquarius Zodiac print by La Terre Press, $25, Bill’s Store. 5 Paper Paper bin in Dark Green, $44, Hay. 6 Reeves table easel, $149, Eckersley’s Art & Craft. 7 Martino Gamper ‘Arnold Circus’ stool in Bright Green, $243.20, Everyday Needs. 8 Kinto ‘Day Off ’ tumbler in Mustard, $69.95, Milligram. 9 Pablo print by Wolf Noodle, $127* for A3 size, Bill’s Store. 10 Lexon Mino bluetooth speaker in Light Blue, $54.95, Design Mode International. 11 Knagglig pine box, $10, Ikea. 12 Mishmash Tabbed notebook, $58.46, Everyday Needs. 13 Eggshell acrylic interior paint in Infinity, $130 per 4L, Porter’s Paints.
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Escape to a world of endless possibilities with an environment ripe for playful imaginings
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1 Flexa Toys play kitchen in Dark Rose, $425, Kid. 2 Muskhane felt lemons, $16.50 each, Bill’s Store. 3 Stand mixer set, $94, Monkey Puzzle. 4 Muskhane ‘Tutti’ rug in Tender Green, $259, Noades Homewares. 5 Miff y sitting toy in light wash denim, $32.95, Bill’s Store. 6 OYOY Mini ‘Arca’ chair, $359.95, table, $634.95, and bench, $409.95, all Nordic Fusion. 7 Eggshell acrylic paint in Ochre, $130 per 4L, Porter’s Paints. 8 Flexa Toys groceries set, $49.95, Kid. 9 OYOY Mini ‘Follow The Rainbow’ wall rug, $204.95, Nordic Fusion. 10 Play arc in Sunshine, $185, Jnr.life. 11 Konges wooden table kitchen, $89, Small Wonder. 12 Wooden ring stacker, $39.25*, Paper Plane. 13 Vänkrets duvet cover and pillowcase, $25, Ikea.
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STROKE OF GENIUS Bread With Butter desk in Cabana Green, $3520, Curated Spaces. Grâce dining chair, $590, Rachel Donath. Penny Round velvet cushion in Dusty Blue, $79, Castle And Things. Råskog trolley in Pink/Red, $49, Ikea. ON DESK Sowden bottle in Light Yellow, $65.88, Hay. Raduga Grez ‘Vanitas Building’ blocks set (also on floor), $155, Monkey Puzzle. Ferm Living ‘Grib’ toolbox/organiser in Olive, $139, Designstuff. Quill A4 paper, $3.78 for 25 sheets, Officeworks. Blue ruler, $18, Hay. Ferm Living ‘Mus’ plant pot, $65, Arrival Hall. Ceramic painting palette, $80, Kura Studio. Kadink easel roll, $7.86, Officeworks. Born portable easel, $26.98, Officeworks. Sunflowers On Blue artwork, $600, Gemma Leslie. Pot Belly artist’s cup, $45, Kura Studio. Brushes, stylist’s own. ABOVE DESK Wolf Noodle ‘John’ A3 print, $41, Bill’s Store. Hovsta frame, $14.99, Ikea. &Tradition ‘Flowerpot VP1’ pendant light in Light Blue, $500, Cult Design. ON FLOOR Vacation skateboard, $170, Bobby Small. Ferm Living ‘Paper Pulp’ paper storage bin, $79, Designstuff. Sticky Lemon backpack, $94.95, Small Wonder. Stripes And Stripes doormat, $132, Hay. Texline HQR flooring in Rough Light Grey, $45 per sq m, Gerflor. ON WALLS Dulux Wash&Wear paint in Horizon Sky (left), $82.40 per 4L, and Camel Cord (right), $97.10 per 4L, Bunnings. INSIDE TROLLEY (from top down) Born deep canvases, $16 for five, Officeworks. Botanical pot in Warm Yellow, $73, Hay. Plant, paints and paper, stylist’s own. ON BED Linen sheet set in Gold, $370, Of The Sun. Anholt Stripes duvet cover, $254*, and standard pillowcase, $37*, Tekla. Outline cushion in Lemon Sorbet, $116.15; and Crinkle bedspread in Light Blue, $423, both Hay. SOFT & SWEET Fold side table, $1050, Zachary Frankel. OYOY Inka jug, $74.95, Nordic Fusion. Ellipse tray, $31.50, Hay. Books, stylist’s own. The Twinny wardrobe in Blush, $699, Mustard Made. Milan storage boxes with leather pulls, $48 each, Sagitine. Tiny Fuku clothes hangers in Powder, $19.95 for two, Nordic Fusion. Harper skirt in Nile, $69.95, Peggy. ON WALL Emilia Ilke Clay wallpaper, $92 per sq m, Sandberg Wallpaper. Brass wall hook, for similar, try Designstuff. Ferm Living braided bottle shade and cord set, $159, The Lost & Found Department. ON BED Lilac velvet pillowcase, $49, and linen scallop pillowcase, $59, Castle And Things. Essential velvet cushions in Honey Mustard, $79, and Bubblegum, $79; and Junior velvet cushion in Sicilian Olive, $69, Hommey. OYOY Mini ‘Sweet Pretzel’ cushion, $89.95, Nordic Fusion. Tobacco Stripe linen duvet cover, $329, and pillowcases, $99 for two, Society Of Wanderers. ON FLOOR Madras floor rug (180cm x 270cm), $299, Freedom. Pastello wool rug in Blush (170cm x 240cm), $295, Papaya. Converse Chuck Taylor All Star high youth sneakers, $69.95, The Iconic. Letter B mini cushion, $74, Castle And Things.
LITTLE EXPLORER Ferm Living ‘Little Architect’ chair in Dark Green, $275, Arrival Hall. OYOY ‘Arca’ kids’ table, $634.95, Nordic Fusion. Ferm Living ‘Little Architect’ stool in Dark Green, $225, Arrival Hall. Ferm Living ‘Toro’ play kitchen, $519, Small Wonder. ON WALL (from left) Macaroni framed print (40cm x 50cm) by Anna Johansson, $127*; Oak framed print (30cm x 40cm) by Hanna Peterson, $102*; By Your Side framed print by Emilia Ilke (21cm x 30cm), $78*; Cherries framed print by Anna Johansson (40cm x 50cm), $127*; Klanning framed print by Lisa Wirenfelt (21cm x 30cm), $78*; and Fruit Salad framed print by Anna Johansson (30cm x 40cm), $102*, all Wall Of Art. Fritz Hansen ‘Happy’ hook in Blush, $107, Cult Design. OYOY ‘Gobi’ mini apron in Caramel, $44.95, Nordic Fusion. ON TABLE Mulberry Gingham single flat sheet (used as tablecloth), $280 for sheet set, Of The Sun. &Tradition ‘Setago’ lamp, $250, Cult Design. Wooden tea set, $79.90, Rejoice Toys. Raduga Grez tulips set, $99 for five, Monkey Puzzle. Mushkane felt lemons, $16.50 each, and bowl in Natural, $24, both Bill’s Store. ON FLOOR Children’s brush and dust pan, $29.90, Saardé Home. Kånken Mini chess-pattern backpack, $139.95, Fjällräven. Raduga Grez wooden fruit set (parts also shown on play kitchen and floor, $95, Monkey Puzzle. Ferm Living ‘Apple’ and ‘Pear’ braided storage baskets, $99 and $189, Arrival Hall. Hay ‘Colour’ crate in Soft Pink, $15, Arrival Hall. Felt bread set, $133.55, Odin Parker. Cement encaustic tiles in White and Pale Sky Blue, both POA, Eco Tile Factory. ON PLAY KITCHEN Raduga Grez wooden bread set, $95, Monkey Puzzle. Felt bread set, $133.55, Odin Parker. Wooden cooking and utensils set, $79.90, Rejoice Toys. Children’s cooking utensils set, $27.50, Saardé Home. Toni mug, $56.55*, Summer School. Enamel saucepan, $15, Kmart. Colour crate in Teal, $12, Hay. Buttercup gingham napkin, $75 for four, Thekla Design. ON WALL Wash&Wear low-sheen acrylic paint in Nick’s Nook, $97.10 per 4L, Dulux. OPPOSITE PAGE Wooden tea cup and saucer, $79.90 for set, Rejoice Toys. Linen napkin in Olive/ White, $75 for four, Thékla. Felt bread, $133.55 for assorted set of seven, Odin Parker. Handmade mixed-berries pancake set, $49.95, Rejoice Toys. Children’s wooden cooking utensils, $27.50 for assorted set of nine, Saardé Home. Handmade fried egg, $9.95, Rejoice Toys. Cement encaustic tiles in White and Pale Sky Blue, POA, Eco Tile Factory.
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Go easy on your electricity bill with one of the most energy-efficient options on the market. Featuring Eco Hybrid technology that lets you choose from Time Saving to Energy Saving depending on your wash load’s drying requirements, plus a range of drying cycles such as Cotton, Easy Care, Duvet, Allergy Care, Mixed Fabric and more. ThinQ® smart diagnosis delivers superior timing and cycle monitoring, while Sensor Dry technology automatically monitors temperature and duration for exceptional results.
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LG STYLER 5™ Now you can quickly and easily refresh, sanitise, de-wrinkle, deodorise, steam and dry your coats and jackets all in one stylish, user-friendly appliance. The LG Styler effortlessly banishes allergens, dust and odours in a completely detergent and chemicalfree environment, even at low temperatures thanks to its quiet, heat pump drying technology. Includes an Aroma Infuser so your rejuvenated garments can smell as good as they look, plus smart Wi-Fi enabled features allow you to operate and customise your Styler’s functions at the touch of a button.
$3,299 (S5MB)
LAUNDRY DAY, YOUR WAY Want to turn your everyday washing area into a smart, stylish, full-service laundry station? Take an LG 9kg Heat Pump Dryer, use an LG Stacker Tray to stack it seamlessly atop a 10kg Front Load Washer with Turbo Clean 360 – both in Black Steel – then pair those perfectly with an LG Styler 5 and you’ve got everything you need to wash, dry and refresh your clothes faster and more efficiently than ever. Innovative design. Intelligent washing – plus world-class performance without an inch of wasted space.
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FISHER & PAYKEL 11KG SERIES 9 WASHER WITH STEAM REFRESH Designed to handle large loads, the 11kg Series 9 Washer with Steam Refresh boasts smart sensors and auto-dosing technology, 25 fabric care cycles, over 1200 possible wash combinations and a 4.5 star water and energy rating. Skip a full wash with the quick 20 minute Steam Refresh cycle to refresh, revive and respect your favourite fabrics. Add or remove items mid-cycle with the Add a Garment feature. Also works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.
$1,999 (WH1160F2)
FISHER & PAYKEL 9KG SERIES 9 HEAT PUMP CONDENSING DRYER For advanced energy efficiency and fabric care, choose this 10 star energy rated Heat Pump Condensing Dryer. The technology dries your clothes at a lower temperature which means the moisture is condensed and no venting is required. Perfect for laundries, bathrooms or concealed laundries where venting is impossible. Features 23 dry cycles, including Steam Freshen to quickly dewrinkle and deodorise, Ultra-delicate for lace, a Warm-up cycle for towels, Jeans for everyday essentials and Soft Toys for extra special items.
$2,099 (DH9060FS1)
DESIGNED TO MATCH
Fisher & Paykel Front Loader washing machines and Heat Pump Condensing dryers have pre-programmed cycles that complement each other, offering exceptional fabric care, water and energy savings, and drying performance. Together they will bring the ultimate in aesthetics and functionality to your laundry.
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MIELE 9KG POWERWASH WASHER QuickPowerWash cleans your clothes quickly and thoroughly in just 49 minutes, while the hexagonal sculptured surface of its Honeycomb drum allows garments to glide on a thin film of water for extra gentle care. The Miele SingleWash option also lets you quickly and economically wash individual items by adapting water and energy consumption for loads up to 1kg.
$2,299 (WWG360 WCS)
MIELE 8KG HEAT PUMP TUMBLE DRYER Achieve double the freshness with this 10-star energy rated heat pump dryer by switching quickly and easily between your two favourite fragrances with FragranceDos . EcoDry technology offers consistently low energy consumption and drying times, while Miele’s PerfectDry feature, plus a vast choice of programs, lets you safely dry a wide range of natural and synthetic textiles.
$2,499 (TWF720)
STAINLESS STEEL TECH
ASKO 10KG HEAT PUMP DRYER This 9 star energy rated dryer features slim lines and an intuitive LED display panel with logical left to right operation, plus an interior light for convenient loading and unloading. The SensiDry™ feature stops the dryer automatically once clothes are dry, while the unique Butterfly™ drying system moves clothes in a one-way, figure-eight motion to stop tangles and reduce creases.
$2,699 (T410HD)
ASKO 10KG CLASSIC WASHER Asko’s innovative stainless steel inner and outer drums with unique SteelSeal door seals offer a more hygienic alternative to plastic and rubber, while asthma and allergy sufferers will benefit from its Sensitive Choice accreditation. Quattro suspension and shock absorbers mean less noise and vibration, plus SensiSave sensors detect load size to determine water levels and runtime.
$2,499 (W4014C.W.AU)
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AEG 8KG 3D SCAN HEAT PUMP DRYER FiberPro System with 3DScan Technology sensor detects humidity on both the surface and the inside of garments, so clothes are dried with precision and care. SensiDry heat pump technology dries with low temperatures and uses precise sensors to monitor the drying cycle and help protect delicate textures, while ProSense technology adjusts drying time and energy consumption to suit individual loads.
$2,799 (T8DHC876C)
AEG 10KG FRONT LOAD WASHER Features AutoDose sensors to calculate precise amounts of detergent and softener before auto-dispensing to help reduce wear and tear on your clothes, plus an Ultra quick program that washes 3kg in just 20 minutes. PlusSteam completes a wash cycle with steam for fewer wrinkles and less ironing, while OKOMix blends detergents and softeners with water before they enter the drum for a thorough clean.
$2,799 (LF9C1612AQ)
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ELECTROLUX 9KG ULTIMATECARE HEAT PUMP DRYER With all the benefits of an energy-efficient 7-star energy rating, this Wi-Fi-enabled Electrolux Heat Pump dryer uses an Advanced Sensor Dry feature to prevent overdrying, while its reverse tumbling action and Soft Touch Drum deliver a gentle, precise drying experience to help avoid garments shrinking or losing their shape. It even has a drying rack for heavy or delicate items such as shoes or sweaters.*
$1,499 (EDH903BEWA)
* To ensure washer and dryer sit safely as one fixed unit, Electrolux recommends the use of a properly fitted Stacking Kit.
ELECTROLUX 10KG AUTODOSE WASHER This smart, Wi-Fi enabled washer with a 5 star energy and 4.5 star WELS rating features the latest AutoDose technology for automatic detergent and softener dispensing, an UltraMix system for a gentler clean at lower temperatures, Woolmark Blue certification for the utmost care with hand wash-only woollens, plus vapour refresh options to help remove wrinkles and odours without the need for a full wash.
$1,499 (EWF1041ZDWA)
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SAMSUNG 16KG BUBBLEWASH FRONT LOAD WASHER
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Using a BubbleWash™ process to generate foam by pre-mixing detergent with air and water at the start of a cycle, plus an optional BubbleSoak™ cycle to thoroughly soak clothes in active bubbles before your wash, this innovative large-capacity washer also attacks up to 99.9% of certain common bacteria and allergens via powerful Hygiene Steam .
Complete your laundry experience and get the most from your washer by pairing it via Auto Cycle Link with this matching 10kg Hybrid Heat Pump Smart Dryer to automatically select the optimal drying cycle. Also boasts Hygiene Care+ to help remove up to 99.9% of germs and certain bacteria, plus personalised AI settings, ultra-large capacity, three-layered filter system and Quick Dry cycle.
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ARISTON 8KG HEAT PUMP DRYER WITH WOOLMARK CARE Ariston's technology includes a Woolmark Care certification and 15 dry programs including Anti-Allergy , Pre-Iron , Refresh , Duvet , Bed & Bath and more, plus innovative ActiveCare technology that reduces fabric wear-out by 40%, minimising stress on garments for longer enjoyment. Also uses Final Care tumbling action at the end of a cycle to prevent creasing and reduce ironing time.
$1,499 (N11HPLWAU)
ARISTON 9KG FRONT LOAD WASHER WITH STEAM ASSIST Backed by a 5-year warranty and featuring antibacterial Steam Hygiene to fight mould and bacteria, plus Steam Assist to refresh clothes without washing or dry cleaning, this Ariston washer makes laundry time a breeze. Final Care keeps clothes moving at the end of a cycle to prevent creasing, and Active Care helps preserve colours and fabrics while monitoring your load to help save water, energy and time.
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$1,699 (WAX32M41AU)
Save time and energy with this 10-star energy rated dryer by automatically stopping the drying process once it’s complete thanks to AutoDry . Plus, innovative Fast Dryer Technology dries clothes up to eight minutes per kilogram faster than other Bosch heat pump dryers. A Sensitive Drying System uses a gentle drum structure for soft, even drying, while AntiVibration side walls offer greater stability and extraordinary silence.
$2,099 (WTX88M20AU)
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HISENSE 9KG PURESTREAM HEAT PUMP DRYER For shorter drying with fewer twists or tangles, Hisense’s Twin Air Flow technology employs a bi-directional pump for better performance, and incorporates an easy clean filter plus an Anti-Crease function to deliver fewer wrinkles and less ironing time. The innovative WavePlus drum design results in a gentle drying process that doesn’t damage clothes.
HISENSE 9KG PURESTREAM WASHER Load laundry with ease with the large Porthole Doors on the Hisense Purestream Washer. The WavePlus Drum boosts washing performance and treats fabrics gently, leaving them feeling soft, smooth and spotlessly clean. Steam-Mix technology deep cleans garments and reduces allergens while a powerful inverter motor provides better washing results with less energy use and noise.
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Three Home Of The Year judges take us inside the designs that scooped the pool for 2021 and explain why they were chosen
WORDS: DAN F STAPLETON. PHOTOGRAPHY: SHARYN CAIRNS
CATEGORY WINNERS
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COLONNADE HOUSE BY SPLINTER SOCIETY Why it works There’s a real sense of
anticipation as you enter this extended Federation-era bungalow in suburban Melbourne. The black facade sets the tone, while the hushed front half of the house – which is now devoted to bedrooms – hints at bigger things to come. A dramatic, gallery-style foyer connects the original house to a large extension that has the feel of a futuristic art gallery crafted from concrete, metal and glass. As you walk from front to back, the sense of light and space increases. By the time you reach the grassy lawn at the rear, it feels like you’ve completed an epic journey. Brett “Minimal, robust materials in a monochromatic colour palette allow this contemporary reinvigoration of a traditional Federation house to traverse old and new in a seamless way.” Cameron “This project strikes that perfect balance between playful and serious. There are elements that you might think of as slightly quirky, and others that have a really strong architectural story.” Eliza “The way the architects have connected the facade and the back addition is just so clever. Even though they’re different styles, they merge perfectly and create a unified experience as you walk through the home.” splintersociety.com
JUDGING PANEL FOR 2021 Eliza O’Hare, editor of Inside Out magazine. Brett Ward, general manager of international marketing at Brickworks Building Products. Cameron Bruhn, Head of School and Dean of Architecture at The University of Queensland.
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BALLARAT HOUSE BY KENNEDY NOLAN to partially raise the ground floor of this newly built lake-front home was a masterstroke: it helps section off the living area from the dining room behind but doesn’t prevent daylight from reaching the rear of the house. Elevating the front room also improves views of the lake by editing out the road that sits between the home and the water. A palette of greens and browns further strengthens the connection between the interior and the natural world beyond, while a mix of shapes – from curvy leather furniture to a wall of jagged rocks – adds personality and visual interest. Brett “The living space is a testament to beautiful design and craftsmanship, with vastly different materials working together seamlessly, from the unique stone wall and sleek concrete to the sheer tulle curtains and plush lime carpet.” Cameron “It’s a series of incredibly warm and inviting spaces where materials have been very carefully chosen to create an interior that has both comfort and architectural presence – a place that you would want to spend time in.” Eliza “The palette is relaxing and gentle, but at the same time, that carpet colour is a really dynamic choice. I also love the use of different levels to distinguish the spaces.” kennedynolan.com.au 56 | INSIDE OUT
PHOTOGRAPHY: DEREK SWALWELL (BALLARAT HOUSE), DIANNA SNAPE (COOPWORTH)
Why it works Kennedy Nolan’s decision
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COOPWORTH BY FMD ARCHITECTS Why it works FMD Architects was blessed
with a gorgeous site on wild Bruny Island and took full advantage of the location, designing a home that celebrates the surrounding landscape. Frameless, over-sized windows have been expertly positioned in each room to maximise the sweeping views and bring in an abundance of natural light. Several covered verandahs encourage the occupants to cook, socialise and even sleep outdoors, and there is a sunken outdoor bath with a view across the sheep paddock to the bay beyond. A palette of rusty colours and the use of humble materials such as concrete and plywood mean that the house doesn’t distract from the grandeur that surrounds it. Brett “A point of difference for the Coopworth project is its assimilation of the rural landscape. From the texture and colour, right down to the intricate details, the home sits in harmony with its surrounding environment.” Cameron “This house is, at one level, quite barn-like and reads as a simple building in the landscape. On further investigation, the architect has cut and folded and edged this form and created quite a bold building in many respects.” Eliza “I had a strong reaction to this home. It’s striking and precise but, interestingly, feels really warm at the same time. I think it would be an extraordinary experience to be standing inside this house, watching the world change outside, like scenes from a film.” fmdarchitects.com.au
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TERRACOTTA HOUSE BY AUSTIN MAYNARD ARCHITECTS has been championing sustainability for almost two decades, so it’s not surprising that this cottage extension of theirs in Melbourne incorporates recycled bricks, passive heating/cooling and a productive vegetable patch. The property is also a wonderful example of how we can accommodate more people in our urban centres without jeopardising anyone’s quality of life. At its heart, sustainability is about making the most of the resources we have and preserving them for future generations. This project, which ‘upcycles’ an existing house and adds a durable second dwelling on the same block, achieves both those goals. Brett “Embracing the rich warmth of the terracotta tiling alongside recycled bricks, the project’s materiality is both sustainable and visually striking, demonstrating a unique level of craftsmanship.” Cameron “We need to increase the density of Australia’s middle-ring suburbs in a way that’s really careful and ensures that the character of the existing suburbs is not compromised by more people living there. This project is a model for that.” Eliza “For me, the real sustainability story of this home is how architects have successfully increased the capacity of a valuable residential site without adding endless additional stories or completely building out the block.” maynardarchitects.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY: DEREK SWALWELL (TERRACOTTA HOUSE), DIANNA SNAPE (K HOUSE)
Why it works Austin Maynard Architects
BEST USE OF MATERIAL: BRICK
K HOUSE BY RENATO D’ETTORRE ARCHITECTS Why it works Located atop cliffs on a
sunny stretch of the NSW coast, this empty site called for a home that would stand the test of time, both structurally and aesthetically. Renato D’Ettorre Architects chose brick as the primary building material because it can survive challenging weather and salt air, then painted the house white for an ageless look that conjures images of the Mediterranean. Inside, robust materials including marble, off-form concrete and heavy timber contrast visually with the painted brick, while generously proportioned windows and sliding doors frame those stunning views. It’s a house that is destined to age very well indeed. Brett “The brickwork runs from the outside in, creating a unique design continuity and feeling of permanence. While modern in many aspects, the home’s solid form makes it seem as though it has long existed in the coastal landscape.” Cameron “The way in which all of the materials have been used is very carefully thought through, creating subtle plays between the soft white brick, glass, concrete and surrounding landscape.” Eliza “I think it’s a brilliant example of the really consistent use of one material, and it shows how brick can play multiple roles. Here, it’s both a material of strength and a warm, textural material.” dettorrearchitects.com.au
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We’re proud to announce the winner of our annual design competition: a beautiful multi-generational home in Melbourne by sustainable-design specialist Austin Maynard Architects WORDS DAN F STAPLETON PHOTOGRAPHY DEREK SWALWELL
NEW DWELLING Owner Belinda briefed the architects for a ‘farm house’ and large vegie garden in an urban setting. Once a block was found, the architects prioritised the outside space and made Belinda’s dwelling ‘spill’ into the garden. The design inspiration for the cladding was old-style terracotta pots.
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inner north, the seeds of a revolution have been sown. Behind a carefully restored timber worker’s cottage, two small new buildings sit among a thriving garden. There are fruit trees, a vegie patch and plenty of space for a dog to roam. It may sound like a conventional renovation, but this project is more than the sum of its parts. The 453-square-metre block is now home to three generations of the same family, with grandmother Belinda living in a newly built dwelling at the rear, and her son and his family occupying the original cottage at the front. Sitting between the two homes is the garden and a shared pavilion that functions as a laundry, library, guest room and more. Multi-generational living is slowly gaining popularity in Australia, fuelled by factors such as the housing-affordability crisis, childcare needs and an ageing population. Architects have struggled to come up with innovative ways for extended families to live together, especially on inner-city blocks. Austin Maynard Architects has changed the game with Terracotta House, which was completed earlier this year. Situating the laundry facilities and a guest bedroom in the shared pavilion means both residences can remain relatively small, which maximises the size of the garden. The centrally located outdoor space, dubbed a ‘village square’ by the architects, provides separation between the two dwellings and serves as a place for the entire family to gather when they want to. “It is multi-generational living, but acting in reverse,” says the architects’ statement. “Where typically a young family look to accommodate and care for their retired parents, at Terracotta
“This is akin to a village square, with the owner and her son’s family living individually in homes on a shared block” AUSTIN MAYNARD ARCHITECTS
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NEW DWELLING (this page and opposite bottom) Recycled bricks and other materials sympathetic to the older building appear throughout. The Pandanus ‘Eucalypt’ wallpaper in the kitchen is by Willie Weston. Soufflé blue sofa from Foolscap Studios. COTTAGE FACADE (opposite top) While the exterior stayed pretty much the same, the front garden and verandah changed in function, say the architects. “Rather than being purely ornamental, it’s now a productive working and recreation space.”
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NEW DWELLING (all images except cottage) Belinda’s house has all the space she needs, including a kitchen/ dining room with a work area and plenty of shelves, a generous living zone and a courtyard to tend her plants. COTTAGE (opposite, top right) While the square footage stayed the same, the living areas were relocated to the north-facing front. Belinda’s son and his family retained heritage features such as the kitchen’s plasterwork.
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House it is the parent, Belinda, who is helping her son and his wife; she is allowing them the opportunity to live in a house in a vibrant inner-city Melbourne suburb, close to their work, which they would otherwise be unable to afford.” Our Home Of The Year judges were impressed by the big-picture thinking that Austin Maynard demonstrated with this project. “It’s a model for a new type of Australian suburbia with liveability at its heart, where a single site is imagined as a little ensemble of buildings,” says judge Cameron Bruhn. The use of low-maintenance, long-life materials was another big plus for the judging panel. “The project treats the existing timber building with respect, but then adds a complementary language in recycled brick and terracotta,” notes Cameron. Those materials help the new buildings sit comfortably next to the original cottage and fit neatly into the historic neighbourhood. Above all, Belinda’s story resonated with the judges. She moved to Melbourne from the UK as a young adult and faced the struggle of working and raising children without any family support. Now, she has been able to gift her son and his family a home that provides privacy and space, plus the reassurance of help and support close by. Belinda says the property has become a hub for the entire extended family. “Now I have a beautiful house and the [other] grandchildren love coming here. It’s like a little village for them. We’ve found a new way of living communally.” See more of Austin Maynard Architects’ work at maynardarchitects.com
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build details COTTAGE The original Victorian home
has two bedrooms, opened-up living areas and a renovated kitchen and bathroom. COMMUNAL PAVILION A multi-purpose space with a bathroom, laundry and pull-down bed, this can function as guest accommodation, a cinema, a music room, a writer’s studio and as a social space for entertaining. TERRACOTTA HOUSE Belinda’s home has a living space, an eat-in kitchen, and a bathroom and study/guest room on the ground floor; her bedroom and ensuite are upstairs. ENVIRONMENTAL CREDENTIALS Passive heating and cooling through window placement; double-glazing; fixed awnings and screens; concrete flooring with hydronic heating; highquality insulation; harvested rainwater for toilet flushing and garden irrigation; low-energy LED lighting; and a photovoltaic solar-power system.
“Terracotta House has a direct relationship to the laneway and sits among neighbouring garages and outbuildings” AUSTIN MAYNARD ARCHITECTS
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EXTERIOR SHOTS (both pages) Monier terracotta roof tiles and Lysaght Klip Lok roofing were used in conjunction with recycled cream bricks and Silvertop ash timber lining boards. “Rather than hiding the flashings and capping, we accentuated them,” say the architects. “Like the thick outlines of a comic book, each form is captured within lines of black steel in various thicknesses.”
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This brightened kitchen is built for making memories
In this shot, model Annika Speakman shares a sweet moment with her sons – Archer, five, and Henry, seven – in their newly renovated home. The Federation bungalow’s kitchen has been updated with Smartstone Carrara benchtops and Shaker-style cabinetry in Moorhen by Porter’s Paints, a classic scheme that won’t date. The woven rug, blinds and metallic pendants add a lovely tactility to the compact space. Turn the page for more details.
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speed of light Stumbling on a dark Federation home down the road, a young Sydney family wasted no time turning up the brightness level to max and making it their own WORDS TOM LAZARUS PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS COURT STYLING NICOLE NELIUS
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LIVING ROOM This breezy space speaks to the family’s love of the coast with its mix of Easycraft wall panelling, linen sofa, sisal rug from Pottery Barn, wicker chairs from Africanologie Home and natural timber coffee table from Stone Pony. The freestanding mirror is from MCM House (founder Charles Hinckfuss is a good friend of the owners). Cabinet, Provincial Home Living. Leather ottoman, eBay. Duke cushion, Jardan. KITCHEN (opposite) Annika isn’t a fan of open-plan design but her concession to today’s indoor/outdoor flow is the bifold-bordered servery, where Archer and Henry sit.
cheat sheet Who lives here Annika Speakman, a model, and her husband Tom, a commercial property agent; with sons Henry, seven, and Archer, five; plus Daxton, a betta fish. Style of home A 1914 Federation bungalow converted for family life while retaining its heritage features. A fourth bedroom, an ensuite and a butler’s pantry were added. The Speakmans bought the house in March 2017. Work started in December that year and was completed by the end of April 2018. This clever upgrade came in $$$$ at about $350,000.
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for a litre of Bonsoy and come back with a house. That’s not actually far from the truth for Sydney’s Annika and Tom Speakman and their sons. Wandering their inner-west street one crystal summer morning, the couple found themselves lured by an auction sign up the concrete path of a home they’d walked by hundreds of times yet never noticed. They headed past the carport, between the tiled porch’s Ionic columns and straight into their future. Looking back, it’s amazing they were able to envision anything beyond the now in what was basically a lovingly preserved museum piece. Shagpile carpet, floral wallpaper, aluminium-framed windows, a Hills Hoist – it was a family home from another era, trapped in amber. “Yes, we can do something with this,” Annika remembers saying. Their threebedroom apartment had looked the same way before they renovated. “We knew once we’d steamed the wallpaper off and ripped up the carpet, it would make a big difference. This was a good project for me.” While the family loved cosy, compact living (in their apartment), the boys longed for an outdoor play area and Tom was dying to have a garden. This bright, tidy house seemed a perfect compromise, so they bought it. Within nine months, the Speakmans were ready to go with a renovation, having asked local architect Brad Patterson to draw up plans and steer them through council. (The house is one of a row of 10 Federation homes typical of the neighbourhood, and subject to heritage restrictions.) A tight budget meant a quick
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job: sprucing up the front of the house and knocking off the back to rebuild, mostly tracing the original floor plan with its separate rooms... Record scratch. Wait, no new kitchen island? No open plan? “I know, I’m probably one of the only people in Australia who doesn’t like open-plan living,” says Annika with a laugh. “I grew up in an open-plan house and my parents would be cooking and I’d be like, ‘Turn off the tap, I can’t hear the TV!’ I didn’t want that for my home. This way, the kitchen is an adult space, with no distractions.” Not everything followed the time-warp layout. Annika and Tom conjured up a fourth bedroom (aka the kids’ movie theatre/bike storage), and a butler’s pantry/laundry hybrid behind the kitchen. A stuffy sunroom flanked by two halfbathrooms was transfigured into a single main bathroom (ingeniously equipped for a family of four ), and space from an old courtyard was added to the living room. The dining area under a giant skylight is the new hub of the home. “Our apartment was so dark, we never wanted to sit at the table,” says Annika. “Having light has been such a game changer. We joke that we have to wear sunglasses at lunch, but we love it.” During the planning phase, the owners acquiesced to one other trend: bifolds. Hence the living room now flows to a deck where children and/or guests can grab snacks from a kitchen servery window that’s Instagrammably fringed in Madagascar jasmine and shaded by a stripy awning. A plush rectangle of Sir Walter buffalo grass (Annika and Tom are fixtures on the Lawn Addicts Australia forum) is bordered by buxus, hydrangeas and olive trees.
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“The house was small and untouched, which really appealed to us. We were used to apartment living and comfortable with less space” ANNIKA SPEAKMAN, HOMEOWNER
KITCHEN This is a serious cook’s space, with a Falcon five-burner stove from Harvey Norman, a Vintec wine cabinet and Smartstone Carrara benchtops built to 990ml for the comfort of the owners, both more than six foot tall. Cabinetry (in Porter’s Paints Moorhen) by Bondi Kitchens & Joinery. Taps, Brodware. Pendants, Pearl Lighting & Brassware. ENTRANCE (opposite) The front door is painted Dulux Domino, with a matching steel security door from Kings Security Doors. Pendants, Pearl Lighting & Brassware. On the verandah, a rambling rosebush and potted cumquat tree bring a hint of country charm to the inner-city street.
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Stylistically, the place is quite atypical, admits Annika. “We always say the house is a bit English, a bit French, a bit provincial and a bit coastal as well, plus it’s a Federation build. It’s a weird combo. We love the country, but we also love the sea, so we wanted to make it both light and traditional.” With builder Brad Simpson of Fastbuild Constructions on board, along with Annika’s dad (a dentist with a ute), the couple pitched in with some of the interior demolition and landscaping. “The boys would come to the house with us on weekends and bring their cars. They were happy playing and getting used to the space,” says their mum. “I model part-time, which is the perfect job as it leaves me time to work on the house.” Artefacts from Annika’s fashion life are scattered throughout, from the framed photography in the rumpus room (a gift from Chanel) to the coffee-table book featuring her rocking a Toni Maticevski dress. Tom is in commercial real estate and last year launched his own firm, Mercer Property. “It was like, either we get a dog or start our own company,” she jokes. As it happens, now that they’re properly settled, the family are in the market for a spoodle puppy. And possibly a swimming pool. “The house is very functional for us at the moment,” says Annika. “But whether it will be when the kids are teenagers, we’re not sure. Knowing that our budget may be less of a problem then, I might think, yes, let’s go up [a level] and put in a pool. That will be our next project.” Architect Brad Patterson is at bpattersonarchitect@bigpond.com. Fastbuild Constructions can be contacted through fastbuild.com.au
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CLOCKWISE (from top) Serengeti rug in Natural & Ivory, starting from $1000, Armadillo. Carrington Bronze Range pendant light, from $425, Pearl Lighting. The Stare framed poster (70cm x 100cm), $359, Olive Et Oriel. Australia & Oceania map (100cm x 73cm), $275, Erstwhile. Finley all-in-one brushed-brass shower set, $749.90, Abi Interiors. Bone-inlay floral chest in Dove Grey, $2490, Mahlia Interiors. Hampton three-seater sofa, $2299, Lounge Lovers. Bowie cushion in Sage (54cm), $240, Jardan. Rambagh linen cushion in Moss (30cm x 45cm), $128, Walter G. Falcon ‘Kitchener’ 90cm dual-fuel freestanding cooker, $6590, Harvey Norman. St Tropez woven counter bar stool in Navy, $469, Alfresco Emporium. Eggshell acrylic paint in Moorhen, $130 per 4L, Porter’s Paints. Taubmans Endure low-sheen interior paint in Bush, $76.50 per 4L, Bunnings. BZippy & Co ‘Large Diamond’ ceramic vase in Baby Blue, $500, Jardan.
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ENSUITE (above and below right) This newly created space features a Victoria & Albert basin from Cass Brothers and sconces from West Elm flanking a Reece mirror. Wall and mosaic floor tiles, Di Lorenzo. BATHROOM (above right) Tucked behind a frameless glass divider are a rain shower and Victoria & Albert tub, Tapware, ABI Interiors. Wall lamps, Pearl Lighting & Brassware. Vintage ceramic stool. MAIN BEDROOM (below) Minimally furnished, this private space has an elegant winged bedhead. Flat sheet in Khaki, In Bed. Lana throw, Jardan. BOYS’ ROOM (opposite) A chest of drawers from Ruby Star Traders keeps the floor clutter-free. Linen, In Bed. Gingham sheets, cushions and prints, Castle And Things. Map, Erstwhile. Rug, Coco Republic.
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good news Improvements made during the update include creating a greater passive solar design (via awnings and blinds), and installing energy-efficient lighting plus extra-large skylights to reduce power usage.
lessons learnt “Plan your ceiling space carefully” ANNIKA SPEAKMAN, HOMEOWNER
“Our skylights weren’t thoroughly planned and I wanted to chop and change them when I saw the build coming together. This didn’t match up with the air-conditioning ducting that had already been put in place, so we had to compromise on the skylight positioning — no stargazing from the bath! We should have had a proper air-con plan and spent more time discussing the skylights.”
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A YOUNG DESIGNER AND HER HUSBAND EXTENDED THEIR BRISBANE HOME TO ITS LAGOON-STYLE POOL AND CREATED AN ENTERTAINER’S PARADISE WORDS LAURA BARRY PHOTOGRAPHY MINDI COOKE STYLING HAYLEY JENKINS
cheat sheet Who lives here Interior designer Jordan Cash and her husband Dion, with Goldie, their three-year-old daughter, and Forrest, the family’s fluffy Samoyed dog. Style of home An 1890s worker’s cottage with contemporary beach-inspired interiors near the river in Brisbane. Work began in April 2018 and was completed in July that year.
PORCH Fortunately for Jordan and Dion, the restoration work required for the exterior was minimal. “There were no rotten boards,” says Jordan. “The old wide timbers just needed painting.” Dulux Lexicon Quarter is the white they chose. Planted in pots are golden cane palms and a prickly pear cactus. Swing chair (not shown) from Byron Bay Hanging Chairs. OUTDOORS (opposite) While her home now feels complete, there’s one last thing Jordan would like to add to the 430-square-metre property: a gorgeous big carport out front. “I’m picturing something boxy, made from breeze blocks and white weatherboards,” she says.
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correct when Queensland interior designer Jordan Cash and her husband Dion went to view a 120-year-old workers cottage in 2017. “We fell in love with its quintessential Queenslander charm,” says Jordan. “It had the most stunning original cross-bracing on the front of the house that made me weak at the knees!” In fact, the facade had such an impact on the pair that they bought it and made honouring the heritage of the home an important part of the renovation they undertook the following year. While they loved the exterior, the interior was dark and had orange-stained timber floors, and the restrictive floor plan made it far from the modern oasis Jordan envisioned her daughter growing up in. Enlisting the help of architect Bryce Peirpoint (now at Kelia) and building firm Houghton Homes, Jordan and Dion began a whirlwind three-month renovation – all while the designer was heavily pregnant. “Our builder, Jonathan Houghton, was absolutely amazing,” she says. “We used to joke that I was his walking deadline.” The floor plan was reconfigured to enhance natural light and accommodate open-plan living, with the kitchen positioned as the heart of the home. “All the rooms now flow off either side of the kitchen,” says Jordan. “We wanted the home to feel open and fresh, so the living area now has the ability to completely open up to the outdoors and connect the main living spaces to the pool, which is perfect for afternoon barbecues with friends.”
At the root of the renovation was a deep intrinsic love for the relaxed coastal lifestyle and for entertaining friends and family, a concept clearly translated through the design of the space, which was overseen by Jordan and her Beach Society studio. The updated home comfortably fits four bedrooms, two bathrooms, ample kitchen/living spaces, an alfresco pool zone and a two-car garage on a single level. “The identity of the home embodies the tropical Australian lifestyle, combining contemporary design with casual comfort and functionality,” says Jordan. “Open-plan living allows the main spaces to flow freely and effortlessly into one another, making the home feel both spacious and intimate at the same time.” Jordan’s earthy colour palette echoes tones and textures found in nature, while materials such as jute, rattan, stone, oak and painted timber (on the VJ panelling and weatherboards) are enhanced by greenery to ensure plenty of depth and contrast. “When designing this home, we kept coming back to how our family will grow and evolve over the years and what that might look like in terms of how we function and use each of the spaces,” says Jordan. “Little things, such as creating a big open kitchen, an easily accessible laundry and plenty of bedrooms, are the key to the success of this renovation. There is honestly no better feeling than seeing your design ideas come to life – it’s such a rewarding experience.” Get in touch with Beach Society at beachsociety.com.au or @_beachsociety. Kelia can be contacted on 0401 730 666. Houghton Homes can be reached on 0408 721 450
LIVING AREA (above) A ‘see-through’ sofa from King Living and coffee table from Jamieson’s Home keep the sight lines to the backyard open. Custom console by Matthew Ganter sits below the television. Vintage Moroccan rug from Beni Kesh. Rattan pendant, Bisque Traders. ENTRY (opposite) Dulux Lexicon Quarter continues into the home and its wide hallway, styled with a timber bench and pendant light from St Barts lifestyle store, a Freedom rug and decorative pieces from Magnolia Interiors and Clo Studios. An artwork by David Bromley hangs on the wall behind the white Turkish urn from Water Tiger. Baskets, Craft Enterprises.
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“I GREW UP BETWEEN BRISBANE AND BYRON SO I’M NATURALLY DRAWN TO THAT CALMING BEACHY STYLE OF DECORATING. IT ALWAYS FEELS LIKE HOME TO ME” JORDAN CASH, INTERIOR DESIGNER/OWNER
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KITCHEN/DINING (top left and opposite) While the living space is very open, there’s a laundry and storage concealed behind its cabinet doors. Dining table, GlobeWest. Chairs, Thonet. Pendant light, Clo Studios. Kitchen materials include Caesarstone Cloudburst Concrete (benches) and Polytec Black Wenge (cabinetry). Stools, St Barts. LIVING (top right and above) Two artworks gifted to Jordan hang on the wall behind the sofa. Cushions, Clo Studios and Città. Items on coffee table include a woven bowl from Craft Enterprises, an oak vase from Wholehearted Studio, a glass vase from Marmoset Found and a resin bowl by Dinosaur Designs.
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good news As a Queenslander, the house was built to ensure air flow from side to side and front to back, which Jordan and Dion maintained with their renovation. What they did change during the refurb was their pool, converting it from a regular chlorinated one to a more healthy magnesium design.
“THE DESIGN FEATURE THAT MADE THE BIGGEST IMPACT WAS THE ENGINEERED FRENCH OAK FLOORS. THE LIME-WASHED LOOK COMPLETELY ELEVATES THE PLACE” JORDAN
MAIN BEDROOM “I had a linen headboard, but it was too high for that spot. The bed looks much nicer with just the shutters behind it,” says Jordan. Bedspread, Adairs. Throw, Hale Mercantile Co. Euro pillowcases, In Bed. Pendant light, MRD Home. Shutters, Brisbane Shutters. MAIN BATHROOM (opposite left and bottom) A black-framed custom screen places just enough emphasis on the huge shower. All the tiles are from Tile Cloud and there’s VJ panelling on the walls. Bathtub, Highgrove Bathrooms. Basin, Slabshapers. Tonk stool, MCM House. Rug, Sacred Bundle. NURSERY (opposite right) An important piece in Goldie’s room is the old chest of drawers refurbished by Jordan. Rattan chairs, Abide Interiors. Patterned cushion, Bonnie And Neil. Rainbow, Kmart. Shell chandelier, from a Byron market.
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CLOCKWISE (from top) Fish trap rattan pendant light in Black, $500, Bisque Traders. Dulux Wash&Wear interior paint in Lexicon Quarter, $82.40 per 4L, Bunnings. Leather strapping bar stool in Teak, $490, Fenton&Fenton. Nala wool rug (170cm x 240cm), $1640, Armadillo. Mauritius Island dining table in Aged Teak/Graphite, $4495, GlobeWest. Memphis glass vase, $79, Marmoset Found. Schneid Studio ‘Auro Vase No2’ vase, $220, Clo Studios. Cloudburst Concrete 4011 surface, POA, Caesarstone. Natural Raffles chair, $595, St Barts. Timber flooring in Danish White, POA, Royal Oak Floors. Leather butterfly chair in Black, $895, Clo Studios. Moroccan terracotta pot, $850 for XXL, Tigmi Trading. Palms Seagrass cushion (60cm), $200, Bonnie And Neil. Oasis woven tall glasses, $59 for set of four, Hope & May. Linen queen quilt-cover set in Sage, $345 (with two pillowcases), I Love Linen.
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“Work with what you have and make it better” JORDAN CASH, INTERIOR DESIGNER/OWNER
“The 1990s lagoon-style pool was an existing feature we really liked. We decided to keep it and build right up to the edge. Now the house sort of hugs the pool, and we have access to it straight off the steps.”
ALFRESCO ZONE/POOL (above and opposite bottom) “I love that we can completely open the house to the pool and palm trees,” says Jordan. “We sit on the living-room couch and feel like we’re sitting outside — it’s heaven.” On the round Freedom rug is a coffee table from Magnolia Interiors. Chairs, St Barts. Woven pendant light, Bisque Traders. Cushions, Clo Studios. Devil’s ivy and Boston ferns in pots, all from Ross Evans Garden Centre. Landscaping by Wahoo Pool & Landscape Construction. VERANDAH (opposite top) The angles of the butterfly chair from Clo Studios echo the home’s beautiful cross-bracing and fretwork.
HOUSE P When two apartment dwellers made the move to a run-down Sydney home, their first attempt at renovating had to be something special
WORDS HARRIET SIM PHOTOGRAPHY PABLO VEIGA STYLING NATALIE JOHNSON
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BACKYARD (both pages) “We loved the textures and features of the exterior, so having a simple white palette was a great way to show them off,” says owner Zander (shown standing, with partner Alex and daughter Brooklyn). The wall and trim is Dulux Vivid White and the decking is blackbutt finished with a natural oil. Trees, Italian cypress and Eumundi quandong.
cheat sheet Who lives here Zander Saunders, a technology manager, and Alex Payne, a radiographer; with their daughter Brooklyn, six; and rescue cats Monty and Tiger. Style of home A contemporary take on a 19th-century worker’s cottage in Sydney’s inner west. The home was bought in July 2015 and renovated from January—September 2019.
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good news As well as passive solar design (through the positioning of doors and windows) to facilitate natural light and cooling, this house has solar panels and newly installed wiring to support fast charging for an electric car.
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York City, Zander Saunders often imagined what it would be like to ride his bike around a sleepy suburban block and adventure through the dense thickets of his own leafy neighbourhood. So, many years later, when a 19th-century worker’s cottage in Sydney’s inner west was put on the market, Zander and partner Alex Payne decided to carve out that long-dreamt-of urban oasis for their daughter Brooklyn. “We’ve loved this area for a long time,” says Zander. “Around the corner from the house is our favourite breakfast spot in Sydney for the past 15 years, and the sense of community in this neighbourhood is amazing, which is what we really wanted Brooklyn to grow up with. It’s also incredibly inclusive and we’ve always felt entirely comfortable here as a two-dad family, which you don’t get everywhere.” As it is nestled between two terraces, the couple’s initial plan was to knock down and rebuild most of the property to bring in more light. “We wanted a warm and inviting home that was sympathetic to the existing cottage and had interesting spaces to entertain and live in different ways,” says Zander. “This is the first house I’ve ever lived in, so it had to be special and unique.” After starting the demolition in January 2019, the owners discovered that the original building had very little structure to it and was using the walls of the neighbouring terraces as support. “There had never been a proper survey done before, so the results meant we had to change some of the house dimensions in parts to avoid going over the newly defined boundaries. Having a clever architect like Katrina Passer of Passer Architects and a really focused builder [Pioneer Projects] meant that we came up with a solution pretty quickly.” Future-proofing their new home with plenty of space was another major aspect of the couple’s design brief. “As anyone with a child knows, you need more space as they grow up. We now have room to spread out, and also many parts of the house to share together as a family,” says Zander of the new two-storey, four-bedroom design. “The social aspect of the downstairs layout means that we can welcome lots of guests. Most of our extended families don’t live in Sydney and we wanted to make sure they can visit as much as possible.” In addition to the floor-plan changes, lighter hues have further opened the space and created the perfect blank canvas for creative touches and bold artworks. One of the family’s favourite features is a fun patterned mural on the garage door at the back of the property. “We knew we wanted something bold there, given we’d be looking at it all the time,” says Zander. “We found a local artist, Claudia Damichi, who does a lot of bright, structured pieces that really bring spaces alive. It felt like a perfect match for the style of our home.”
EXTERIOR (above) “The facade was previously an interesting shade of green,” says Zander, “but painting it Dulux Lexicon was a better way to show off the original weatherboards and black metalwork of the verandah.” KITCHEN (below) On the wall side of the island, the bench drops down to the living area’s cabinetry, marking the change in zone. DINING AREA (opposite) A table from GlobeWest and pendant from The Lighting Collective delineate the eating area. “Baskets under the seat store throws and kids’ stuff in case we need a distraction for little ones,” says Zander. Flooring, blackbutt.
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Having a mix of open spaces for entertaining was also a priority for Zander and Alex. This was achieved with a luxe open-plan kitchen and two other elements, including a goodsized garden. “We don’t have a huge yard, but it’s enough space to do cartwheels,” says Zander. “The laneway at the back is incredibly quiet, so you can just open the garage door and extend the yard. Most days, it’s just kids riding their bikes and scooters up and down there.” Back inside the garage door, on the right side of the yard, is a multifunctional outdoor ‘cabana’ or day bed, complete with removable padded seat. “It’s a great spot in which to read a book or relax with a friend over a glass of wine, and the kids love to play games there or treat it as a stage for musical performances.” The other essential element in the ‘new’ house was a dedicated play area in the front, which becomes the guest room when people are staying. “Having a children’s playroom has been life-changing for us,” says Zander. “Kids can play in there safely while the adults are chatting by the fire in the living area, or hanging out on the back deck. Being able to actually finish a conversation is the dream when you have young children!” See more residential designs by Passer Architects at passer.com.au or @passer_architects. Pioneer Projects is at poineerprojects.com.au 92 | INSIDE OUT
CLOCKWISE (from top) Strap pendant light in White, $449, Lighting Collective. Decor8 ‘White Marble Bianco’ hexagon tiles (30cm x 30.2cm), $31.50 per sheet, Bunnings. Cesa cube basket, $39.95, Country Road. Bycdesign Studio ‘Mid 02’ poster (50cm x 70cm), $139, Designstuff. Livorno round fibrestone dining table in Grey Speckle (D150cm), $3525, GlobeWest. Kink porcelain vase, $330, Living Edge. Burlap hand-crafted ceramic vase, $66, Zakkia. Sleek Concrete #4003 surface, POA, Caesarstone. Marc Newson by Noritake teapot, $78, Teddingtons. Hourglass stump stool, $390, Fenton&Fenton. Brae waffle cushion in Moss Green (40cm x 60cm), $59.95, Country Road. Dulux low-sheen acrylic paint in Vivid White, $79.90 per 4L, Bunnings. No811 Hoffmann chair, POA, Thonet. New York Signature Series oak flooring in Soho, $82.50 per sq m, Aged Oak Wide Floors. By Wirth oak towel hanger, $109, Designstuff. Simplicity mirror in Black, $165, Life Interiors.
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“We discovered that the building had very little structure to it and was using the walls of the neighbouring terraces as support” ZANDER SAUNDERS, HOMEOWNER
LIVING ROOM (this page and opposite left) As well as having lots of storage — for books, firewood and more — the cabinetry (designed by Alex and built by Wilmont Joinery) displays some of the couple’s art objects. Sofa, Loungelovers. MAIN BEDROOM (opposite right) A wallpaper called Designschungel 34125-1 by Laura N for AS Creations sets the tropical tone of this room. Bedding, all from David Jones. Lamp, Kmart. Custom curtains, Attractive Blinds & Shutters.
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lessons learnt “ HAVE LOTS OF CONTINGENCY, ESPECIALLY WITH AN OLD HOUSE AS THERE ARE GOING TO BE ALL SORTS OF SURPRISES” ZANDER SAUNDERS, HOMEOWNER
“If there’s a generous budget set for dealing with ‘surprises’, your renovation will be a lot less stressful. Having our architect closely involved throughout the build made a lot of conversations with the builder easier to navigate and resolve quickly.”
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F A M I LY D E S T I N AT I O N
Moving to Brisbane meant a Sydney family could build a bigger home to showcase the things they love
WORDS KATHERINE CHATFIELD PHOTOGRAPHY MINDI COOKE STYLING LYNDEL MILLER
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cheat sheet Who lives here Katrina Meynink, food writer and cookbook author; her husband Tom Slaughter, an ENT surgeon; and their children: Luella, seven, Claudette, five, and Edelie, three. Style of home A five-bedroom, two storey traditional Queenslander with a large new addition in the inner west of Brisbane. Planning took five months and the build was about 14 months. The house was ready to move into by March 2020.
STAIRCASE Katrina was determined to repurpose materials wherever possible, and the marble step is an offcut from the kitchen splashback. The treads and flooring throughout is French oak and the cushions are custom made. ENTRANCE (opposite) “Our Leila Jeffreys bird portrait is quite special to us,” says Katrina. “I have the odd hours of a newborn baby to thank for it; I snagged the piece in the wee hours of the morning via a Design Files fundraising initiative. Where we live, parrots are common, plus it reminds me of my daughter every time I look at it!” The glass front door was an 11th-hour decision. “We changed the original door to glass when we realised it sat under a massive wall of glass and a glass roof. We wanted to continue that line of material.”
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and her husband Tom moved from Sydney to Brisbane in 2015 to be closer to family, they had pictured an idyllic Queenslander as their forever home. So when they found a house with a north-easterly aspect and a beautiful through-breeze, they knew it was the place for them. The catch? It needed a complete overhaul. “A rambling Queenslander is a romantic sentiment, but the old girl was in dire need of some structural maintenance,” says Katrina. “Despite the funny rooms and dark spaces, we knew she had potential.” The couple lived in the house for four years before deciding they couldn’t wait any longer to turn it into their dream home. “We had literally run out of room to accommodate our growing family,” says Katrina, who has spent the past few years raising her three daughters and writing food features for Inside Out and others under the umbrella of her business, The Little Crumb (La Petite Miette). Her eagerness to personalise the house was also fuelled by an understanding that time doesn’t wait. “Ideally, we wanted to renovate while the girls were still young, so we had plenty of years to make memories in our forever home.” Katrina and Tom gave their architect a firm brief. They wanted the house to be “open and warm – with places to escape – and good flow”, says Katrina. When it came to materials, they were guided by what they liked. “We trusted our gut. If we loved something, we found a space or use for it. We also looked for materials that would age beautifully, like the aged brass and marble in the kitchen. I like the idea of surfaces that will have a tale to tell as they change and patinate with use.” Their smart design instincts influenced the colour schemes, too, which were mainly put together by Katrina. “I’m very drawn to colour,” she explains, “so that happened organically rather than being a choice. Given the strong lines and materials, it feels natural to have strong colours here.” It also felt right to buy nice furniture. Instead of waiting until their children were older to buy investment pieces, Katrina and Tom chose to furnish the house so they could enjoy it straightaway – with the understanding that some pieces will end up bearing the brunt of family life. “We have the opposite thinking to many,” says Katrina. “We have chosen beautiful yet sturdy, good-quality pieces – and accept that they may get trashed. I just didn’t want to be staring at plastic. With little
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“We picked everything just for us, and not for future resale. We hope this will be our forever home” KATRINA MEYNINK, HOMEOWNER
KITCHEN (both pages) Katrina and daughters (from left) Luella, Edelie and Claudette in the recipe developer’s happy place. At one end of the 6m pressedporcelain bench is her floor-to-ceiling cookbook library, with room for more titles up top. The other eye-catching element in the space is the heavily veined Viola marble on the splashback, while the paint colour is a custom navy similar to Porter’s Paints Squid Ink. Taps, Brodware. Stools, Janie Collins Interiors.
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kids, you spend more time at home and tend to have lots of people over. I really wanted to enjoy that.” Not everything went smoothly though, admits Katrina. “We really rushed the planning process, and that meant a lot of decisions were made on the fly. In some respects, the outcome was far better as a result. However, if we had spent more time with the plans, looking at the floor space, the location of walls and electrical layouts, we could have saved ourselves some very costly mistakes and stress – as well as the additional time that was added to the build.” One of Katrina’s favourite spaces is, of course, the kitchen, which her work revolves around. “I wanted plenty of bench space so the island is nearly 6m long,” she says. “I was determined to have casual stool seating as part of that bench so I could cook while the kids hang around and help prep dinner. Aside from being very functional, it really is the heart of the home. Everyone gathers there because they’re naturally drawn to it. My kitchen is the most beautiful ‘office’ and I never tire of it.” Another aspect of the house Katrina loves is that it will grow with them as their children get older. “We wanted the rooms to be interchangeable, so they can adapt to the changing needs of our family,” she says. “We have plenty of spaces for everyone to escape to and, of course, heaps of storage.” La Petite Miette recipes and specialty cakes is at littlecrumb.com.au
STAIRCASE (below, left and right) Detailing with thin metal rods has created what looks like a sheer textured curtain around the stairs. The result is child-roof yet wonderfully open. On the lowest level is a built-in seat. LIVING/DINING AREA (bottom and opposite) Loftly 3.3m ceilings allow the light to pour in. The sofa and rug are from Jardan, and the clear coffee table is from Specified Store. A great retro find, the Italian brown-leather chairs are from Vampt Vintage Design. Grey side table by Menu. “The clear side table was made by my mother as a housewarming gift when we moved into another house,” says Katrina.
“The contrasting lines and curves of the house stand up to its huge open spaces and high ceilings” KATRINA
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ENSUITE (top left) Katrina found the vintage French brass mirrors while op shopping. Hanging from the ceiling is a Flos ’IC Suspension’ lamp from Living Edge. BEDROOM (top right) In the girls’ space, the bedding is by Castle And Things. Beanbag, Kip+Co. FAMILY BATHROOM (above) “We bought the wall tiles from a local supplier, with a natural-stone herringbone tile for the floor,” says Katrina. Bath, Concrete Nation. MAIN BEDROOM (opposite) An artwork by Barbara Kitallides takes the bespoke bedding by Shilo Engelbrecht to another level. Bedside table, Fomu. Arc Nordic pendant light, Great Dane Furniture.
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LESSONS LEARNT “It’s not hard to establish some rules around sustainability” KATRINA MEYNINK, HOMEOWNER
“In a big renovation, there tends to be a lot of ‘new’. So, after seeing the waste that occurred during our build, we decided to approach furnishing the house differently — to either repurpose what we already owned, buy secondhand vintage pieces, or find small-batch quantities made by local artisans or local businesses. We succeeded in doing all of that, which makes me very proud.”
good news To manage natural light and breezes, the home has adjustable shutters on the back, as well as internal doors and windows in strategic places. Added to its environmental credentials are thermo-regulating concrete floors and solar heating with battery storage.
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GARDEN (both pages) A clear view of the home’s back area shows how the new section has been cleverly grafted onto the original house. The white-painted areas of the exterior are in Dulux Lexicon, which has a hint of grey, while the interior spaces are mostly Dulux Whisper White. BARBECUE AREA (opposite) Outdoor entertaining is really important to the family, who built in a pizza oven and full outdoor kitchen. On the roof is a low-maintenance garden mainly containing native species and succulents. Masters dining chairs by Kartell. Lounge chair from Ikea.
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FROM FAR LEFT Studioilse ‘4 46 Settle’ seat, POA, Spence & Lyda. Petite Valencia concrete bath in Oyster, $5190, Concrete Nation. FFerrone champagne flutes, $331 for two, Amara. Volos Negrona natural-stone floor tiles, $149 per sq m, Perini. Timberline ‘Portland’ mirror (930cm), $849, Harvey Norman. Normann Copenhagen ‘Form’ bar stool, $575, Arrival Hall. Morphy Richards ‘Accents Rose Gold Pyramid’ kettle, $149, Harvey Norman. Dari rug in Camel (240cm x 300cm), $4000, Jardan. Hudson modular sofa, from $13,561, Jardan. Matilda cushion in Wattle, $240, Jardan. Como cushion in Mineral, $79.95, Weave Home. Flos ‘IC Light S’ pendant, POA, Euroluce. Sentrum table in Taupe, $645, Floc Studio. SkLO ‘Wrap Knot’ sculpture, $300, Jardan. Paolo lorikeet print, $3500, Leila Jeffreys.
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In a renovated Dutch smokehouse, the happily divorced owners live in separate wings with their children in between WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY JELTJE JANMAAT
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cheat sheet Who lives here Willem Kors, owner of a baking products company; Babette Borgman, owner of a casting agency; and their children: Storm, 18, and Mees, 22, who’s studying in Amsterdam. Style of home A converted 1859 smokehouse measuring 419 square metres in Huizen, a town in The Netherlands, once known for its fisheries and smokehouses.
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the official separation of longterm Dutch couple Babette Borgman and Willem Kors was something else. After 24 years of marriage they decided to part yet stay living together in their home town of Huizen. “It was the summer of 2020 when Willem and I realised we were actually more each other’s best friend than husband and wife,” says Babette. “Neither of us wanted to move out of our house though and, of course, we wanted to stay together for our teenage children, Storm and Mees.” The solution lay in the configuration of their home, a former smokehouse with three distinct sections. She moved into rooms on the left side, he took up residence on the right, and the children dug in to the middle. Willem had stumbled across the property in 2017, when it was being used as an artist studio. “The children were older by then and really interested in designing a house together, making it something special,” he explains. “While having dinner with friends, they asked if we were interested in the old smokehouse in the centre of town. We had a look and were sold straight away. Artists were living there and they used the old building as a studio and for exhibitions, but were putting it up for sale. There was so much space and the possibilities were endless.” Built in 1859 to preserve fish, the structure consists of three rectangular areas of equal length, which Willem initially asked Naarden architecture firm HEMELSby for advice on transforming. But he mostly redesigned and renovated it himself, in a style best described as mid-century modern meets rural industrial. “We moved in on the day we were handed the key,” Willem says. “There was nothing: no kitchen, no bathrooms, no bedrooms. The children weren’t happy, but they had to wait. We wanted to do everything ourselves so every room went step by step. I’m not that handy, though I am very persistent. Almost everything I do goes wrong the first time, but eventually I get it right.” Despite transitioning to separate lives, Babette and Willem made a great renovation team. “I have the ideas and he brings
“We don’t have curtains so when people walking by the house look in, some think it’s a restaurant” WILLEM KORS, HOMEOWNER
good news Repurposing not only their home but many of the pieces in it has kept the family’s carbon footprint to a minimum, and having lots of plants inside helps to filter the air.
BABETTE’S LIVING AREA (above) Aside from the towering feature firewood stack, personal touches include the black leather Butterfly sofa designed by Gerard van den Berg for Montis and the tan Slimm sofa from Loods 5. Next to it is an antique cupboard Babette inherited. Surrounding the house is a profusion of potted bamboo trees, giving the home its wonderful green outlook. Graphic rug from Made. Lucite side tables, eBay. Cushions, Sissy-Boy Homeland. FACADE (top left) The three-part smokehouse building fronts the street but still has room for an outdoor table and benches.
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BABETTE’S DINING AREA Willem made the wall behind the table using Meranti wooden planks. He also designed the glass-topped table. Vintage Persian rug, Marktplaats. Vitra ‘Panton’ chairs, painted fuchsia. The disco ball went up for a party and never came down. Bamboo pendant light and candle holders, HK Living. DETAIL (opposite left) A close-up of Babette’s antique cupboard. Printed jungle lampshade, HK Living. BABETTE’S BATHROOM (opposite right) Created by Willem in one of the old smoking cabins, this wet area has a new skylight. Tiles, Hornbach. For similar basin, try Nood Co. ATTIC BEDROOM (opposite bottom) There are no wardrobes for Babette’s clothes, just racks. “They’re quite handy and easy to organise,” she says. Vintage bed, Marktplaats.
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them to life,” she says. “The remodelling went great. Making up the old building were three identical structures next to each other. Each had its own function; the smoking area, the basket area and the stables. We started on the right side of the smokehouse, where the stables used to be. We put in a large open kitchen and living room at the back of the house. And then we started with the bedrooms and bathrooms. The former owners had put in a cast-iron staircase leading to the attic and we made that our bedroom and bathroom. It’s gigantic, so we kept everything simple, spacious and light.” When they split up, Willem moved to quarters on the right side of the home, which have a more raw appeal. Original smokehouse elements there include some of the old doors, the walls and the wooden floor in Babette’s rooms, complete with paint splashes from the artist-studio phase. On her side, freshly caught fish used to be strung on sticks and smoked in sectionedoff cabins. This area has narrower rooms and spaces Babette has transformed with vintage furniture and modern elements. It has a feminine look and feel, with soft colours and smooth edges. Her ‘home’ feels light and fun and the healthy indoor plants reaching the ceiling add to its natural, relaxed appeal. The middle part of the house has been cordoned off with iron-framed glass doors. This is where the children hang out, when they’re not in their own attic and basement bedrooms. It’s mostly Willem who presides over the kitchen and living area, where wagons pulled by horses were once loaded. Although the white ceiling elements between the rafters help retain heat in the living area, the fireplace is a necessity and keeps the centre of the building warm and cosy throughout the year. INSIDE OUT | 111
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“A lot has been remodelled but the old walls are intact. We love the raw look and feel” BABETTE BORGMAN, HOMEOWNER
KITCHEN (above) Storm in the prep area, which has a beautiful aged concrete floor. Her bedroom is in the attic, near Babette’s, while brother Mees has a cool space in the basement, entered via a concealed door in the cabinetry. Cupboards from Kvik. Countertop supplied by HEMELSby. Willem likes warm-coloured metals, hence the tapware and sink. MAIN DINING AREA (opposite) Aligned with two beautiful windows, the 3.5m table is made with reclaimed oak and steel from Jan van Ijken. The heater/pizza oven at the end of the table is from Weltevree. CH20 Elbow chairs, available at Cult. Rug, Karwei. Pendants, Tom Dixon.
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LESSONS LEARNT “Don’t be afraid of DIY” WILLEM KORS, HOMEOWNER
“When I have time on my hands I like to design and repair things and sometimes make them. I’ve done wall panelling and put together furniture, as well as tiling the floor in the hallway. The letters were made with black mosaic tiles from a DIY store. It took forever, but the result is beautiful.”
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“Since we already had so much space for ourselves, we decided to rent out the extra space for photoshoots” BABETTE
In the hallway connecting the two abodes, the words ‘De Rookerij’ (the smokehouse) are tiled onto the floor. When Huizen was a thriving fishing village, there were 20 smokehouses in operation. Now only a few remain. The fishing industry wound down in the 1970s and this building remained empty for years. For the past 10 years or so, various small businesses and studios have been located here. “A lot has been remodelled, but the old walls have been kept intact,” says Babette. “We love the raw look and feel. We hadn’t remodelled everything on the left side of the house. Since we already had so much space for ourselves, we decided to rent out the extra space for photoshoots and company gatherings. Some of these events can be seen on our Instagram.” The only downside to the house is that it doesn’t have a garden, says Willem. “Yet as the children are older, it doesn’t matter so much. We’ve placed wooden pallets around the house as outdoor furniture and brought in a lot of bamboo plants. Since we’ve painted the original shutters light green and replaced some of the old doors and windows with iron-framed ones, people walking by think they can stop in for a cup of coffee or something to eat. We don’t have any curtains, so when they look inside and see the large open kitchen, the huge table with all the chairs and the cosy lights, they think it’s a restaurant and knock on the door – it’s hilarious!” Having a sense of humour has certainly helped the family to get through the past few years in their unique home with their unusual living arrangement, against the backdrop of the former smokehouse. There are traces of its old life lingering still today, says Babette. “Some of the smoking cabins on my side of the house are untouched and you can still smell the fish. Behind a wooden door belonging to one of them, we built a temporary kitchen and behind another you can find my new bathroom.” Babette spends a lot of time in the attic and its open space, but is often away in France at her other property. “When Willem started his own business in baking products in 2017, I started thinking about my business career as well,” she says. “I’ve had my own casting agency for years and didn’t want to give it up, but I was ready for a new challenge. I wanted to create something, to work with my hands. I decided to go to France with a friend to work at a vineyard. Now I have my own small vineyard and produce my own wine.” Which is probably served at the family ‘restaurant’ when friends drop by! Follow Babette and Willem’s renovation journey @de_rookerij 114 | INSIDE OUT
WILLEM’S LIVING AREA The back wall is original to the 19th-century smokehouse. Attached to the ceiling is a metal frame containing cables to power the spotlights. Willem had the fireplace made by Bula Outoor in Bussum. “We came up with the design and they made it for us,” he says. “We call it Pac Man since he eats so much wood every night — but we still love him.” KITCHEN (opposite top) Welded to the extractor is a custom frame anchoring it to the roof. Storage space on both sides of the island holds a lot of cooking utensils and tableware. DINING AREA (opposite bottom) Willem at the kitchen bench.
CLOCKWISE (from top left) Home Chef Ceramics dinner plate in Grey/Green, $24.95, House Of Orange. Stepp Circle surface-mount basin in Mint, $750, Nood Co. PP Møbler ‘PP503 Round’ upholstered chair, from $10,400, Cult Design. Olsen + Ormandy ‘Flamingo’ rug (240cm x 300cm), $7950, Designer Rugs. Vitra ‘Panton’ chair, $570, Living Edge. Fura 25 pendant light in Black, $499, Urban Lighting. Flourish rug (244cm x 305cm), $1449, West Elm. HK Living ‘Printed Jungle’ lampshade, $199, and ‘Cone’ lamp base in Matt Skin, $199, both House Of Orange. HK Living ‘Flower’ vase, $99, House Of Orange. Rust Minnie tasselled velvet cushion, $29.95, Temple & Webster. The Home Collective ‘Femme’ cotton cushion, $69.95, Temple & Webster. Linen queen duvet-cover set in Cedar, $365, Cultiver. Mid-Century media console in Acorn, $2499, West Elm. Louis Poulsen ‘Panthella’ table light, $1550, Cult Design. Daisy White Isla subway tiles, $54.35 per sq m, Tile And Bath Co. Mia concrete-look tiles, $28.90 each, Tile And Bath Co. Les Ottomans cushion in Yellow/Brown Sunshine, $163, Amara. Les Ottomans ‘Eye’ cushion in Blue, $104, Amara.
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The tiny-home movement is on the rise everywhere
The Eco Studio is the latest addition to Eco Liv’s display centre in Wonthaggi, Victoria, and shows how far these exciting diminutive designs have come. With an open-plan living area, kitchenette and bathroom, the almost 26-square-metre module plus verandah can function as a work space, luxe eco accommodation and much more. The windowseat is a particularly nice feature. Priced from $86,000. ecoliv.com.au
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granny flat
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Building another dwelling on your property is easy when you follow a few key steps
can be used as extra space for growing children, housing for elderly parents, a home office, a studio or a holiday rental – the possibilities are endless. But what are the requirements for building a granny flat, and what do you need to take into consideration before constructing one on your property?
proportions: a great kitchen, a full bathroom with laundry space, a living room, and a loft or groundlevel bedroom.” Other things worth considering are accessibility for elderly or disabled residents or guests, incorporating extra storage and integrated appliances for ease of living, and understanding which functionality is most important to include – then plan your design accordingly.
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approvals
Rules and regulations for building a granny flat on your land vary wildly across Australia, with some states limiting dwellings to occupying just 50 square metres, while others allow structures of up to 80 square metres; some even ban full-size kitchen and laundry facilities. “People should contact their local council or private certifier for a consultation before undertaking a tiny-home or granny-flat build,” says Fabio Paulucci of Aussie Tiny Houses. “Though small homes don’t take up much space, we suggest clients allow 50 square metres, which includes some outdoor decking.”
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The design of your granny flat depends entirely on the purpose for which you’ll use it, so you need to have a clear idea of how the space will function before engaging a builder. “Tiny houses and granny flats are now used as homes, offices, music studios, pool houses, holiday homes and much more,” says Fabio. “A good tiny house has everything a normal home has, but in smaller
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price guide
While it’s easy to spend thousands of dollars on design, construction, interiors and tradespeople, Fabio says the average granny-flat or tiny-home build should fall within a $70,000 to $120,000 price range when finished. As with any project, have a good idea of the cost before commencing.
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Whether you choose to go through a tiny-home builder, an architect or a building designer, Fabio says you should be careful when selecting the businesses to handle your project. “I strongly encourage customers to look for reliable and trustworthy builders within the industry. As tiny homes are such a new product, find a builder with the longest experience in the industry and the best customer reviews,” he says. “And make sure your builder can provide all the necessary paperwork, such as approvals, engineering certification, electricity and gas certificates, and any other documents.” Discover more at aussietinyhouses.com.au
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space Ensure your granny flat or studio has enough land for a small outdoor zone.
TINY FOOTPRINT
This beautifully crafted building by Branch Studio Architects in Balnarring, Victoria, is used as a retreat and multi-functional studio. Cleverly designed with a kitchenette and bathroom, it embraces a low-tech aesthetic and the idea of slowing down.
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ambience Make a small home feel larger through strategic placement of windows.
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safety Accessibiltiy and ergonomic design are the key to successful tiny homes.
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family-friendly flooring
Flooring is a big investment in a renovation or new build, so it’s important to choose a material that will withstand all the bumps and scrapes it may be subjected to
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f you’re choosing flooring, chances are it’s for your forever
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home, the one that your kids will grow up in. Flooring is expensive because there’s so much of it – every room of the house – so you’ll need to spend time researching all the options (there are lots!) to make sure you find the solution that suits you, your family and your lifestyle. The price you’ll pay depends on a lot of factors. In general, says Ingrid Powell, digital manager at Choices Flooring, “the more expensive carpets tend to use higher-quality fibres [and have] thicker densities, heavier weights and unique styles and textures.” Similarly, with hard flooring, “the thickness, length and width of the boards, and the features and species used or replicated” will all factor into the cost. There are plenty of options, however, so it’s just a case of weighing up all with pros and cons according to your circumstances. Here’s a rundown of some hard-working materials that will stand the test of time without you having to compromise on style.
In this Sydney home by interior designer Kristy McGregor, the existing flooring was sanded and limewashed, giving it a beachy look that’s hardy and low-maintenance.
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Dirt-defying concrete flooring is practical choice for families as it’s easy to clean and can hold heat in winter, as in this NSW Futureflip home.
concrete
hybrid flooring
This hard-working option, which includes laminates, is ideal for families and households with pets because it is so resilient. Hybrid flooring is usually available in a wide range of colours and timber-look finishes, making it a versatile option. Choices Flooring has a rigid/hybrid range that can be used throughout the home, including wet areas such as bathrooms and laundries. It also comes in many price points. “The Abode range is a new trend in floating floors and is an easy-to-maintain flooring solution for busy homes,” says Ingrid Powell. Carpet Court’s hybrid flooring, Stainmaster PetProtect, is a great option for families with four-legged friends as it has been designed to withstand playful paws. Available in eight colours, the product features anti-skid technology that has been formulated to keep pets from scratching at the surface.
FROM TOP Metallon engineered hardwood flooring in Aztec White, POA, Boral Timber. Metallon XL engineered hardwood flooring in Quicksilver, POA, Boral Timber. Stainmaster PetProtect hybrid flooring in Classic Chestnut, from $59 per sq m, Carpet Court. Stainmaster PetProtect hybrid flooring in Vintage Chestnut, from $59 per sq m, Carpet Court.
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Builder Neil Hipwell of Futureflip uses concrete flooring in most of his residential projects and says that, as a father of three young children, it’s his preferred flooring product. “Concrete is so good for cleaning because you can wipe over the floor easily,” he says. “There are no grout lines and no butt joints like tiled or timber floors. Also, the fleck in the concrete means that you can’t always see the dirt and mess. If your house is very dirty, you can’t really tell, which is good when you have three kids going nuts all the time, making a mess running inside, bringing dirt in and all the rest of it.” However, concrete is a dense product, which does make the surface hard and unforgiving for very small children. Neil says his youngest child is learning to walk and has taken a few bumps along the way, which is why he recommends rugs for the early years to soften their falls. “But once they get to three years old and upwards, I wouldn’t have any other flooring,” he says. “It’s so good because you can’t really damage it. You could literally drive a car on it and there wouldn’t be any damage.” Concrete also holds thermal mass efficiently, so a well-designed house can use it to store heat, especially in winter. “We try and bring winter sun through big glazed windows to hit the floor and heat up the concrete,” explains Neil. “You can still feel that warmth at 10 o’clock in the evening – it radiates heat for that long.”
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Abode Grande rigid flooring in Splendid Oak by Choices Flooring looks like wood but is warmer and less bruising to very young children.
vinyl
Vinyl has come a long way since its inception, and it’s a great option for family-friendly living. Modern vinyl flooring comes in a huge variety of colours and finishes, allowing you to choose a style that matches your interiors. Some are particularly well suited to the popular mid-century-modern aesthetic. Vinyl flooring is quiet underfoot, and less likely to scratch or dent. It’s also perfect for wet areas and rooms with a high level of foot traffic, such as kitchens or children’s playrooms. Brett Talbot, Carpet Court’s national merchandise manager for hard and resilient flooring and carpet, says vinyl is ideal for low-maintenance living. “It’s a hardwearing, waterproof option that can help you achieve the look of real timber without the added cost,” he points out. Brett recommends Carpet Court’s Burke and Wills range, an easy-to-install option that can be laid over most existing hard floors from $67 per square metre. For active families, he says the Visions range features a strong surface coating that offers timeless texture and an attractive price point, from $49 per square metre. FROM TOP Burke & Wills vinyl flooring in Riverina Blackbutt, from $67 per sq m, Carpet Court. Abode Grande rigid flooring in Splendid Oak, from $65.45 per sq m, Choices Flooring. Genero Zenith vinyl flooring in Foxley Blackbutt, from $46.09 per sq m, Choices Flooring. Burke & Wills vinyl flooring in Corella Oak, from $67 per sq m, Carpet Court.
European oak engineeredtimber boards from Precision Flooring were used throughout this home, with rugs in strategic places
carpet
Wanting a little more warmth and padding underfoot is what brings most people to carpet. “It’s a favoured choice for bedrooms,” says Ingrid Powell of Choices Flooring. “Carpets are warm and cosy, and have the benefit of being acoustically sound, so they absorb noise. Due to new trends in fibres and technology, today’s carpets can be soft and luxurious underfoot but still easy to maintain.” Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world (with about 61 per cent of households owning dogs and cats, according to the RSPCA) and, traditionally, pets and carpet aren’t a good combination. However, times are changing and new pet-friendly carpets are now available. Carpet Court has released an UltraPet carpet range that comes in 10 colours and three pile weights: Birman, Basenji and Akita. The range was created with cutting-edge technology for colourfastness, durability and, most importantly, stain resistance. When installing it, you should use the brand’s specially produced underlay for added protection.
Timber floors are eternally popular, and each one is unique because there’s no repeat design, unlike other hard-flooring options. For new builds, most homeowners choose engineered flooring as it is cheaper, quicker to install and tends to provide a more consistent look. Engineered timber can also be laid over existing timber or tiled floors, if desired. Timber is very hardy, making it ideal for heavy traffic areas. In addition, it’s easy to maintain – it usually just needs regular sweeping or vacuuming, combined with a wet mop to keep it clean. If you have really tough stains to deal with, you can do a light sand and reseal to refresh it. Big River Group says that its engineered oak floorboards are the company’s most popular products. Subtle variations in tone add interest, while the colours remain neutral, blending well with any design style. Wide boards in engineered timber are particularly popular as wide natural timbers are more expensive. Leon Travis, general manager of sales and distribution at Boral Timber, says that Australian hardwoods (such as spotted gum and blackbutt) are popular choices in Boral’s engineered hardwood flooring range because they have a higher Janka (hardness) rating and density. He says that softer timbers may scratch and dent more easily than Australian hardwoods. FROM ABOVE (top to bottom) Engineered oak flooring in Washed White, POA, Big River Group. Engineered oak flooring in Oxidised, POA, Big River Group. Herringbone engineered timber flooring in Smoked and Black, from $85 per sq m, Royal Oak Floors. Arbre engineered flooring in Lux Natural, from $107.76 per sq m, Bowens. FROM TOP RIGHT (left to right) Luxe Palette carpet in Calla, from $95 per sq m, Carpet Court. Temuka ‘Langdale’ wool carpet in Cordovan, from $94.34 per sq m, Choices Flooring. Tretford carpet in Double Cream, POA, The Flooring Co. UltraPet carpet in Basenji Lapphund, from $48 per sq m, Carpet Court.
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When it comes to bedroom floors, carpet wins out in the softness stakes. Choose a design that works with the age and activity level of your child.
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BuildHer Collective co-founders Rebeka Morgan (left) and Kribashini Hannon can be found at buildhercollective.com.au
7future-proof ways to your home Bet you never thought your place would become a school or an office? Being ready for anything is the way to go now, say the team from BuildHer
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amily living – it’s so personal and so individual that what
works for you doesn’t always work for the next person. This past year, we’ve seen our homes tested in ways that didn’t seem possible – who saw a global pandemic of COVID-19 in their future? We certainly did not. When building new or renovating an existing place, we look at the spatial design: how the home will be used now and into the future. If you have a young family, the living and playing tends to be done in one space because the babies are where you are. As your little ones grow, they still want to play in the spaces you’re in, but with all their stuff! Then, suddenly, they are tweens and want private spaces and to invite friends over. Teenagers are always a mystery, but having their own space and the sense of independence that goes with it is even more important for them. Next, you layer all that with how long you plan to live there, your budget, and the available space on your lot, and can see why people find the building and renovating process murky and complicated. The good thing? It forces you to think about these things and make decisions. We’ve dealt with how your family can grow and change, so let’s add an extra layer of complexity. Working from home and home-schooling. We’re all experiencing this in some shape or form, and it really puts your home to the test. Now our dwellings aren’t just homes – they are schools and workplaces, and this can be turned on and off for durations that are unknown to you. So, how do you plan and design spaces for this?
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CONSIDER A SECOND LIVING SPACE
If you have space in your floor plan, think about creating an extra ‘nook’ adjacent to your primary living space. This is probably better than converting a fourth or fifth bedroom to a playroom, which won’t be connected to where most of the family is. EXTRA ROOM A small landing adjacent to an upstairs living space makes a perfect spot for young children to play. It’s light and bright, with a rug to zone it as their space.
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BUILD IN JOINERY
It doesn’t come cheap, but being able to incorporate purpose-built joinery into your living space can be a life-saver. Doing so means you have a place to hide toys, blankets and other things when people are visiting, rather than using baskets and/or chests, which can make a space feel unnecessarily cluttered. ENTERTAINMENT UNIT This low-level stone bench serves as a great perch for artwork and accessories while concealing large built-in drawers underneath. They can be loaded with anything from electrical equipment for your TV to children’s toys and more.
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Not every space needs to double as a flexible and possibly adult zone. Let your child’s bedroom be a source of inspiration and wonder for them, so they will love spending time there for longer. Here, a wardrobe is hidden behind a vibrant wallpaper – how much fun is that! WARDROBE WALLPAPER Don’t limit yourself to pattern on the walls. Jazz up a functional space with a design that your child will love now and into the future.
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If you can add this in a bedroom, it can double as a work space into your children’s tweens and teens. Providing enough space to do homework or read, it can take pressure off when a family member needs a quiet space to study. While this doesn’t have to be a huge area, it’s good if there’s ample space for two people. A bench seat can function as neat storage and as a spot for your child to be in the space with you. BENCH SEAT Slotted in under the window, this seat is ideal for a child to play on and gaze out the window while the owner sits at the desk. Plenty of other distractions for little ones are kept in the drawers underneath, so the parent can get on with working from home.
PHOTOGRAPHY: DYLAN JAMES (4, 5, 7), MARTINA GEMMOLA (6)
THINK ABOUT A BEDROOM STUDY SPACE
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Finally, if it’s at all possible, create a designated office space for the members of your household who normally work in an office but are relegated to home work during lockdowns. The key element to this is location; other than the view line, you’ll need to consider whether your home office needs to be close to the living zone or away in a quieter space. If you have clients visiting, should it be near the entry to make entry and exit easier? If you’ll have extra staff on board, is the size of the room the most important aspect? All these are important to address.
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Believe it or not, this will be one of your life-saving decisions. As your family grows in number or in age, where they want to be and where you need to be will differ – especially if you are working from home. The spaces that are connected by view lines are critical and, for you, this might be a kitchen or living space. For others, it could be a study or office. GREEN OUTLOOK The living rooms and study of the home above are oriented towards the property’s most attractive outdoor space, so they feel connected to each other and there’s always something nice to look at.
HOME OFFICE A separate entrance near your work space will lessen the likelihood of disturbing family in other parts of the house.
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HAVE AN ALTERNATIVE ENTRANCE With Australia’s house prices soaring, intergenerational living is becoming popular and necessary. However, you may decide to locate the bedrooms of a young adult or grandparents away from the sleep zones of the rest of the family. For maximum independence and to reduce disruption, you might also include an alternative entrance that supports this living style.
PRIVATE ENTRY This side entrance is supplemented by another one in a different part of the house, allowing family members more privacy when they come and go, which may be at much later or earlier times of the day.
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Shannon Vos, interior architect and The Block: Glasshouse co-winner, is at voscreative. com.au
UP IN THE ROOF
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e’re a nation of renovators, of expanders.
Our cities, our empires – our waistlines maybe? And yes, our homes. And while we love a good extension, many of us are just not in the position to go out. But can you go up? More often than not, the answer is yes, and if the local council permits you to change your roof line and structure, the sky can literally be the limit. However, if you’re restricted to your current building, the roof space may still be the perfect amount of room you need for a moody teenager, your partner’s (insert item of excess here), or to get away from the chaos of what might be happening downstairs.
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If you’re looking for more square metreage, the solution may be closer than you think. A loft conversion is a real possibility for many houses and can add a new home office, guest room or teen retreat to your place in no time
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SKY ZONE To keep light and air distributed evenly, skylights have been installed on either side of this stylish attic room. The three-level apartment is owned by South African designer Kim Smith.
flat ceiling, and they’re in abundance in Australia because of their thermal properties, their superiority in terms of strength, and their water-shedding abilities. Pitched roofs are generally constructed with timber trusses made up of triangles, which give them their strength. However, converting a dark and dusty roof space to a place of serenity isn’t as simple as installing an attic ladder and slapping down some flooring. Functional rooms can be built within the roof space of homes with a roof pitch of 30 degrees or more, which is why inner-city terraces, California bungalows and Federation homes are perfect for this. Many modern homes, though, have roof pitches well under 30 degrees, which is generally unsuitable for a liveable loft conversion.
HOW
The problem with loft conversions is that the framework in the ceiling space is only designed (or engineered) to support the roof and the ceiling. To handle any additional loads, like a bed or a heavy desk, the roof space needs to be re-engineered and additional framework introduced to give it load-bearing capability. The existing trusswork should be removed to free
up space, and additional bearers, joists, posts and beams designed and installed by a professional – to counter the removal of the old trusswork, and to bear the load of flooring, walls, furniture and whatever the space is used for. Access needs to be considered, too, whether you’re looking at a humble pull-down attic ladder, a spiral staircase or a full-sized set of stairs. Wide stairs with more access will allow you to move bigger pieces of furniture up into the loft, while smaller ladders or spiral staircases may narrow your options to more modest pieces or a lifetime of flat-pack fun. All living spaces need ventilation to some extent, and a window or skylight is the easiest way to achieve this. If your loft conversion can include a Velux Cabrio balcony, this can be a great feature in addition to a bank of skylights. If you’re looking to save a buck, keep your windows or skylights between existing rafters, or to 550mm wide to avoid additional framework. A loft conversion can be as simple as a Velux or a rooflight conversion, which just works with the space under the roof, whereas a dormer or mansard conversion extends the living area out from the original roofline, creating more usable space and plenty of head room. Prices will vary according to the amount of work needed and the state of the home, but expect to pay anywhere between $3000 and $4000 for a simple storage space with a ladder and basic flooring, and upwards of $80,000 for a habitable space complete with plans, approval and all of the elements a finished room needs to have. Different councils have varying rules governing the design and approval laws around loft conversions. Some local councils don’t require permission for a simple storage conversion, but a more complex design for a space that is habitable will usually require a Development Application. Any works should be designed and built by licensed trades, as the last thing you want after a weekend of DIY design is for your roof to fall down. Leave it to the professionals and work within the laws governing your local area. Have fun!
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Form, colour and texture combine to lead the way
House and garden are in harmony at this Sydney property, where the outside spaces were created by landscape designer Hugh Main of Spirit Level. Manicured bushes line the bluestone path leading to the door of the low-profile brick home, with Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’ providing contrasting burgundy foliage to Indian hawthorn, Lamium ‘White Nancy’ and curry plant. At the top, Dichondra argentea ‘Silver Falls’ cascades over the sides of a pot. Turn the page to see more.
WORDS CHRIS PEARSON PHOTOGRAPHY JASON BUSCH
L U C KY CHARM
Built on the site of an old stable, this garden in Sydney’s east was brought back to life for the owners’ daughter and as a tribute to their architectural hero WORDS CHRIS PEARSON PHOTOGRAPHY JASON BUSCH
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Clipped forms flank the home’s front steps in bluestone slabs from Eco Outdoor. A gap in the Russian olive hedge leads to a space enjoyed by the little girl in residence. Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’ provides burgundy foliage that contrasts with drifts of Indian hawthorn, spiky Goldfussia, Lamium maculatum and Strobilanthes gossypinus.
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hen the owners excavated for this
garden in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, they unearthed lots of horseshoes. On what was probably the site of an old stable, those discoveries proved a good omen. Designed by Hugh Main of Spirit Level, this handsome, park-like garden now delivers tranquillity, whimsy and fantasy in spades for a couple and their young daughter. Hugh first visited the site in late 2016, greeted by a new two-storey brick home designed by Weir Phillips Architects and bare, flat ground front and back. Parkland spread out beyond the front fence, but between the two was a busy road. The designer’s biggest challenge was to borrow from the park’s mature treescape while ensuring privacy and shutting out traffic noise. “We wanted a sympathetic transition from parkland to house and garden,” says the owner. “Both the house and the garden had to be low-key and seamless with the heritage area. We didn’t want to copy those heritage elements, but we did want our home to incorporate our love of [iconic US architect] Frank Lloyd Wright as we had lived in Chicago. Accordingly, the garden had to be unpretentious, while the low-profile brickwork with a blue-grey hue needed complementary foliage.” Hugh adds that, against the home’s crisp lines, the garden had to embrace “the soft and organic, rather than the highly structured”.
First, he planted a Russian olive (Elaeagnus macrophylla) hedge along the front. “It provides a quick and dense screen, but is still low enough for the garden to feel connected to the park,” he says. Taking his cue from the horizontal lines of the blue-tinged brickwork, Hugh chose bluestone for the steps, a series of staggered platforms leading to the front door. In a manicured mix that includes blue-grey licorice plant (Helichrysum petiolare) and Lamium ‘White Nancy’ is Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’, which brings in a little burgundy. “The entry drifts and is not too formal, with the plants soft and mounded, contrasting with the rectilinear architecture. Then we added punch and whimsy to the plant palette with purple-leafed plants and purpleflowering ones, such as salvias.” As the daughter’s bedroom faces the road, behind that front hedge, Hugh conjured up a child’s fantasy wonderland. “With a tree covered in fairy lights and the two giant ceramic pebbles under a frangipani tree, it’s magical and fun. The break in the hedge leading to it is like a secret passage to a hidden garden.” Meanwhile, at the back of the property, a garage/studio in full view of the living areas needed softening. Hugh’s response was to give a starring role to a grove of four tropical birch trees to create a park-like feel and offset the architecture. Stepping stones were placed to weave their way through hardy buffalo lawn, while the sword-shaped foliage of Rhapis excelsa and
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“With fairy lights and two giant pebbles under a frangipani tree, the young girl’s garden is magical and fun” HUGH MAIN, LANDSCAPE DESIGNER
LEFT On the front porch are a pot (with bromeliad) and ceramic ball by Cameron Williams Pottery. BELOW A pear sculpture by Melinda Knowles, surrounded by clipped Indian hawthorn, Dracaena deremensis ‘Janet Craig’, licorice plant, flowering Mexican bush sage and walking iris. BOTTOM LEFT Winston, the owners’ dachshund/chihuahua cross. OPPOSITE Atelier Vierkant ‘K’ pebble sculptures from Cosh Living sit under a frangipani. Euphorbia hypericifolia ‘Diamond Frost’ fringes the buffalo-grass lawn.
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PLANT LIFE
A blue-green palette pervades, with splashes of burgundy and purple
Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’
Walking iris (Neomarica caerulea)
Mexican bush sage (Salvia leucantha)
Tropical birch tree (Betula nigra)
Strobilanthes gossypinus
Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’
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Dracaena deremensis ‘Janet Craig’ were planted as intriguing counterpoints to the pruned mounds of Mexican bush sage (Salvia leucantha) and Helichrysum petiolare. Sinuous garden beds mirror their curved outlines. This area also boasts a produce garden, which the owner had near the top of her wishlist. “The backyard is my vegetable patch,” she explains. “I’m an avid cook and constantly use the herbs and vegies I grow here.” Her prized produce garden sits elevated in box-like Corten-steel planters. Visitors to the garden love the ebb and flow of Hugh’s work as they go on a journey of discovery. “I attempt to incorporate the unexpected,” he says. “As you move from public garden to private garden, your emotions change from energised to intimate and relaxed. It’s a bit of theatre, shifting from open space to small space, from moments of loudness to quiet. As you enter from the back lane, it flows the opposite way – a narrow path opens to a yard with a park-like feel. “Despite being a relatively small area, this garden works hard,” he concludes. “Designed as part of the house, there’s a sense of harmony, as if it has always been there.” In the back garden is a nod to those original finds from the pre-existing stable – a wonderful pear sculpture made from repurposed horseshoes, a special purchase by the owner. “I was attracted to the notion of the repurposed horseshoes,” she says. “It gives our home a sense of continuity, taking into account what it was and what it is now, and tying it all together.” See more Spirit Level projects at spiritlevel.com.au or @spiritleveldesigns
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A grove of four tropical birch trees softens the lines of the garage/studio. Walking iris sits in the bed behind. The buffalo-grass lawn requires little water or maintenance. OPPOSITE LEFT Along the path to the backyard are hardy Kalanchoe bracteata ‘Silver Spoons’. Outdoor shower, Robert Plumb. OPPOSITE RIGHT The owner’s produce garden includes various herbs and vegetables. OPPOSITE MIDDLE Beside the patio, a copper bird bath is a focal point. “You can watch the birds while you’re having a glass of wine,” says designer Hugh Main.
every night of the week
Sydney stylist Lucy Tweed has a lot of mouths to feed. Her new book is a refreshing spill on the madness of catering for a large and fussy family RECIPES AND PHOTOGRAPHY LUCY TWEED
DRUNKEN DUMPLINGS
“For when you can’t commit to the idea of either a soup or a stir-fry”
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BROCCOLI & CHEESE PIE
“Mum was great at pastry. She used to tell me, ‘Loody, you should pay attention; I am great at pastry’”
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drunken dumplings SERVES 2
1 teaspoon olive oil 1 chicken breast fillet (about 220g/8 oz) 8 frozen dumplings 180g (6½ oz) somen noodles 2 tablespoons tom yum paste 400ml (13½ fl oz) tin coconut milk 2 heads of bok choy 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon lime juice 1—2 teaspoons chilli paste Optional ingredients: noise-cancelling headphones At some point every week, I lose track of time. This happens so commonly on a Wednesday that it should act as a reliable time stamp. There’s always someone at some kind of sport practice, and usually a child in the house who belongs to another family in the neighbourhood. Yes, Wednesday is a comfortingly confusing day. Mainly because there are often leftovers for the kids from the day before, which means a compilation dinner of spices and flavours, dumplings and vegetables, blossoming and undisguised. The world is your drunken (somewhere between soup and sauce) bowl. Just the way a Wednesday should be. 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). 2 Heat the oil in a large ovenproof frying pan over a high heat and pan-fry the chicken breast for 2 minutes on each side. Place in the oven for a few minutes to finish cooking through. 3 Boil the dumplings for 1 minute or until thawed. Add the somen noodles and cook according to the packet instructions. Drain. Remove the pan from the oven and set the chicken aside. 4 Fry the tom yum paste over a medium—high heat for 2 minutes, then pour in the coconut milk. Add ½ cup (125ml) of water to the tin and swish it around, then add to the pan. Bring to a simmer, stirring to combine with the tom yum paste. 5 Lightly steam the bok choy. 6 Slice the chicken and divide among two shallow bowls, then add the noodles, dumplings and bok choy. Pour the broth over the top. Drizzle with sesame oil, then the lime juice, and top with as much chilli paste as you can handle.
MY BROTHER FROM ANOTHER MOTHER’S THIGHS
“Take my advice and don’t cook this on your own barbecue. Wait until you book an Airbnb and sear the candy marinade onto that one instead”
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RIGHT Lucy Tweed and her husband Andrew with their three children (from left): James, Beau and Winter.
my brother from another mother’s thighs SERVES 4
PHOTOGRAPHY: ALEX WEIGHT (PORTRAIT)
½ cup (125ml) sweet chilli sauce 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 kg (2 lb 3 oz) chicken thigh fillets, excess fat removed 2 limes, halved 1 bunch basil, leaves picked 1 bunch coriander (cilantro), leaves picked Optional ingredients: beer, wraps, a laughter-filled family reunion My brother is from another mother. These are his thighs. Not hers. And actually they’re chickens thighs, but his recipe. He made this when we had a weekend away up north at a sleepy little surf town and reconnected with an arm of our family that has the wit and energy to make you cry with laughter. Some time in the afternoon between beers, naked-toddler sprinkler dashing and snoozes, the grill was fired up and this emerged. It’s one of those recipes you can make early or late, for now or tomorrow. 1 Combine the chilli sauce, soy and sesame oil in a large bowl. Add the chicken and turn to coat, then leave to marinate for 30 minutes. 2 Heat a large chargrill pan over a high heat, or the grill plate on a barbecue. Add the chicken thigh fillets and grill for 5 minutes on each side until cooked through with excellent char lines. During the last 5 minutes or so, add the lime halves, cut-side down, and let them soften and heat through. 3 Roughly chop the herbs on a bread board. Arrange the chicken on the herbs and allow to rest briefly, heating and slightly wilting the herbs. 4 Carve the chicken into fat slices and serve with the charred limes.
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LUCY TWEED What is your philosophy for feeding a family?
Keep it as clean as you can, but remember that food is so much about coming together and sharing your day, not stressing about exactly what everyone is eating. There is a lot of pressure out there when it comes to buying organic, sustainable, not-in-apacket food for a completely balanced diet etc, but rather than be overwhelmed by all of that, just try and make a few better choices for your family when you can and enjoy the time you have together. Why is family food different? There are a lot of customers to please when it comes to feeding my family. The spice level has to be G-rated, and there’s a meat lover, a carb addict, a salad craver and an eggplant/olive hater. With so many palates to consider, I find dinners with lots of DIY interaction are the best – and condiments aplenty. Provide good food and eventually it will be eaten. Describe your family’s food culture when you were a child I grew up on a small farm in the Hunter
region of NSW. Mum gardened and would interrupt conversations with a fresh-picked bean or basil leaf and insist you eat it. She was a kind of boujee, almost paleo, wholefoods person before it was all the rage. We ate our own chickens and visited a dairy to collect fresh milk. On weekends visiting Dad in Sydney, he would immerse us in the glory of that city’s food: Chinatown yum cha and food halls, Leichhardt pasta bars, Potts Point schnitzels, and everywhere in between. My grandmother was also a food writer, and one of lightning wit. I often leaf through her book to find that we share so many culinary anecdotes, everything laced with a smirk of humour. Do your kids cook? If so — what? And are they interested in food prep? Yes and no… I am happy
to let them help, unless I am cooking to de-stress. They like to get involved when it’s interesting or messy. James will make wontons with me. Beau likes to chop everything and is really great at cracking eggs. Winnie says she’ll help, but just ends up eating the butter.
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broccoli & cheese pie
peaches & cream
SERVES 6—8
SERVES 8
1 head of broccoli, florets chopped 1 onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lemon 3 tablespoons chopped chives ½ cup (50g) finely grated parmesan 445g (15½ oz) good-quality shortcrust pastry 4 cups (120g) loosely packed basil leaves 250g (9 oz) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed 1 cup (25g) oregano leaves 500g (1 lb 2 oz) fresh ricotta, crumbled 5 eggs, lightly beaten (reserve 1 teaspoon for the egg wash) sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Optional ingredients: world peace, extra parmesan, extra lemon zest... actually ALL of these are essential
1 kg (2 lb 3 oz) yellow peaches, stones removed, each cut into 12 wedges 3 tablespoons rosewater 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1¼ cups (275g) caster (superfine) sugar 435g (15½ oz) good-quality sweet shortcrust pastry 300g (10½ oz) thick (double) cream Optional ingredient: a flurry of icing (confectioners’) sugar just before serving
Like anything you grow up with, you have no idea how good it is until you go forth into the world and learn only by comparison. I am taking a similar approach with my children. Except that I expect them to deliver unwarranted statements declaring the many reasons I am great. My mum was right about being excellent at pasty. Making your own is a calming, meditative ritual, but one I rarely have time for. This recipe pimps something store-bought to make it feel more homemade. 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). 2 Sauté the broccoli and onion in the oil over a medium heat for 10 minutes, then remove from the heat. 3 Grate the zest of the lemon over the broccoli mix as it cools. 4 Fold and knead the chives and parmesan into the pastry, bring together into a ball, then wrap in plastic wrap and set aside to rest. 5 Blitz the basil, spinach and oregano until fine in a food processor. 6 Combine the ricotta and beaten egg (except the teaspoon you’ve remembered to keep back) in a large bowl and fold through the blitzed basil mixture. Season with salt and pepper if you think it needs it. 7 Roll out the pastry to a 40cm round of about 5mm thick and place on a pizza tray. Place the broccoli mixture in the middle and top with the herby ricotta, leaving a 7cm pastry band around the edge. Fold the pastry up and over the filling as much as you can, pinching and pleating it to seal. 8 Whisk together the reserved egg and 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the pastry. 9 Bake for 30—40 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centre is springy to touch. Serve warm or cold.
Mattel did a number on me and I’m not mad about it, even though this goes against the teachings of my feminist parents. Peaches N Cream Barbie from c1984 is etched into an ever-evolving memory that becomes more elaborate with every dreamy visual I experience in my life. A quick Google search reveals that I actually pretty much stole her look for my wedding, and will probably do it again. This is ‘our’ outfit as a dessert. 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper. 2 Mix together the peach wedges, rosewater, vanilla and sugar in a bowl and leave to macerate for 30 minutes. 3 Ball up the pastry, then roll it into a 40cm circle and place on the prepared tray. 4 Drain the peaches, reserving the rosy syrup. 5 Arrange the peaches over the pastry in a circular pattern, leaving a 3cm border around the edge. Fold in the edges of the pastry. 6 Bake for 30 minutes until the fruit is caramelised and the pastry is cooked and golden. 7 Meanwhile, pour the reserved syrup into a small saucepan and simmer over a medium heat until thickened and reduced by half. This should take about 5 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn. 8 Allow the tart to cool slightly, then serve with big dollops of thick cream and a drizzle of syrup.
This is an edited extract from Every Night Of The Week: Sanity Solutions For The Daily Dinner Grind by Lucy Tweed (Murdoch Books, $35 for paperback).
PEACHES & CREAM
“Baby dreams come true”
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DESIGN DESTINATION
marramarra lodge So close to Sydney but a world away from the hustle and bustle, you can’t beat a stay on the heavenly Hawkesbury River
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t’s misty and drizzling on the Hawkesbury River as we
head to Marramarra Lodge, a just-opened luxury camp surrounded by national parks about an hour’s drive north of Sydney. We are being ferried the 20 minutes up-river in a luxury motor boat from our pick-up point at Mooney Mooney Bridge, through hidden bays with oyster-covered rocks and moody cloud formations above. Our first view of Marramarra Lodge is the property’s jetty and boatshed, a black shack with a 130-year-old tin roof. The lodge sits above the jetty on a tiny peninsula that affords 360-degree river views into three separate bays and sits in a descending silent fog, punctuated only with rippling tides on the satin surface of the river and bird calls bouncing back off the ochre cliff faces on either side of the river. The place is clearly special, with deep Indigenous roots, which means the original Carter House Lodge remains the heart of the property. To meet local requirements, any additional rooms here need to be demountable, so luxurious canvas glamping structures dot the perimeter, each positioned for private views of the river, islands, trees and ever-changing skies. The 16 guest rooms each feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors, making it easy to quickly feel part of this wild and natural environment. The most sensible thing to do on arrival is to slide onto one of the super-king beds and take in the eucalypt-framed view, because that’s what being here is all about. A short kayak to neighbouring Bar Island is an easy midmorning activity. The island sits aside Marramarra Lodge and was a sacred space for local Indigenous groups to meet in a strictly no-weapon zone, to nut out community disagreements while pleasantly picking oysters from the rocks by the river. Then the Anglican Church thought it would be a good idea to claim WORDS ELIZA O’HARE PHOTOGRAPHY ISAAC TSENG
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PHOTOGRAPHY: MARRAMARRA, TORCHLIGHT MEDIA (OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT)
THIS PAGE (clockwise from top left) The menu at Budyari Restaurant includes lots of local produce. View from a room over the Hawkesbury. Relaxing at the boatshed. Peninsula tent paradise. OPPOSITE (from top) Looking north from the arrival jetty. A drone’s-eye view, with many tents hidden beneath the tree canopy. The Peninsula tent’s interior focuses on the exterior.
it by building a church and school on its highest point. With no natural water source, the church and school faltered and fell into becoming a graveyard island, where the resting places of colonial settlers are marked with elaborately dilapidated gravestones while Indigenous graves scattered across the island remain unmarked, making this a sacred and slightly eerie day trip. There’s everything – and nothing – to do, from dappled bushwalks that lead out from the property to the national park, yoga at dawn in the open boatshed over the lapping river, dawdling riverboat tours with Champagne and local Sydney rock oysters, and the promise of hours lost in pleasure at the Iyora Day Spa. The only mistake to make would be missing a meal because the all-inclusive food at the lodge’s Budyari Restaurant is exceptional. “We’ve combined the classic French flavours of my home country with a modern-Australian dining style to complement the bush setting,” says executive chef Jerome Tremoulet. “Our focus is on the seasonality and locality of our produce. Our menu changes daily, so it’s based on what we have access to. We’re lucky to live by the river and have good relationships with our local trawlers. The food is an essential sensory component of the experience at Marramarra.” The temptation for a chef with this kind of captive audience is to go big and go hard on the courses, but Jerome’s disciplined approach to the five-course degustation is appreciated. One course consists of delightful broad beans and fresh vegetables in an autumnal ode, another is a delicious, light spanner-crab pasta, and including a sorbet course is genius. It means we leave dinner undefeated and do what we came here to do – retire to our perfect canvas tent to immerse ourselves in the mystical life, sounds and movements of the river at night. Discover more at marramarralodge.com or call 0435 891 111
the details Marramarra Lodge offers three styles of accommodation, ranging from $1495 per night. The Peninsula tent is from $1695 per night. All dining and scheduled boat transfers are included.
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I’m redecorating my dining room and looking for classic chairs that won’t go out of style. Do you have any recommendations? Nel, via Instagram The perfect dining chair isn’t just about the aesthetic — it must be fit for purpose and durable. It’s best to keep it simple when selecting a dining chair that will last, so I would suggest a classic wooden frame with a comfortable back rest that’s easy to clean. Ton’s cult Chair 20 is a handmade timber design (also in armchair form) with a seat and back rest that can be upholstered or covered with cane, providing exceptional comfort while looking beautiful in any dining space. GEORGIA DANOS, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, JAMES RICHARDSON FURNITURE
Ton ‘Chair 20’ in European Beech with cane seat, $450, James Richardson Furniture.
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I have an indoor plant collection but am struggling to coordinate my pots. How do I keep my minimalist style without feeling too matchy-matchy? Deb, via email There’s a perfect pot or basket to match any plant, regardless of shape, size or colour. Texture is one of the more subtle ways to create decorative uniqueness in your home jungle, but if you’re a minimalist at heart, then choose pots in a range of complementary colours. Ask yourself, what’s your favourite colour? Choosing different shades within the one colour family is a simple way to stay in that minimalist lane without getting tangled up in the mess of all the other colours screaming your name! JASMIN SMITH, VISUAL MERCHANDISER, GRO URBAN OASIS
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I want to transition my child’s room into a more grown-up space. What are your top tips for ensuring longevity of the room? Sam, via email I always start by investing in quality pieces. Kids are tough on furniture, so it’s worth paying more for well-made pieces that will last. Save money on small items, such as bed linen, art prints and rugs. For the bed, an upholstered bedhead will stand the test of time and provide comfort. When choosing a rug, it should fit two thirds under the bed and extend at least 30cm beyond the sides of the bed — any smaller and it might look lost in the space. Finally, children’s rooms are often small, so seek out flexible pieces that can be used in different ways, such as storage and seating, so you have lots of easy options for hiding away mess. BREE LEECH, INTERIOR STYLIST
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Stylist Bree Leech used Dulux paint in Winter Sea to give this room a sophisticated edge. Fast Forward artwork by Liam Snootle.
PHTOTOGRAPHY: SHANNON McGRATH (JAMES RICHARDSON FURNITURE), LISA COHEN (DULUX). STYLING: BREE LEECH (DULUX)
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restaurateur and House Made Hospitality creative director Scott Brown says, “Lana is a dining experience with sharing and generosity at its core – where the team adds to the relaxed but upbeat atmosphere, tables are filled with plates of food, and drinks are varied and often. It’s a place for all occasions, from sandals to stilettos.” Leaning into Lana’s zero-waste ethos and sustainable positioning, the restaurant offers a set menu only, with two courses for $69, three courses for $85, or a five-course tasting menu for $99 per person. Book in at lana.sydney
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