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Photograph by Armelle Habib.

Cover stories

33 Together for Christmas The table is set, the gifts are wrapped and Neil Perry is cooking 65 Summer living with leading tastemakers

People

18 Living The Dream Interior designer Nina Caple turned a quirky Sunshine Coast home into a unique beauty.

194 The Creative Type Mother-daughter design duo Joanne and Angela Neylon of Joanne Green Landscape & Interior.

Celebrate

33 Simply Gorgeous Christmas Gifts 47 Be Our Guest Add sparkle, comfort and joy to your festive table. 65 Life & Times Australian creatives reflect on 2021 and share their hopes for the year ahead.

Houses

100 All Is Calm A “modern barn” extension and a soothing palette work in perfect harmony at a heritage Melbourne property. 112 Little Wonder A clever pavilion design has transformed a narrow inner-city Sydney terrace into a light-filled, big-hearted home. 120 Time To Shine The owners began with plans for a new pool, but then they took the plunge, inside and out.

132 Eclectic Soul Space-saving tricks, texture-rich materials and collected pieces work together to enhance this Sydney home’s modest footprint. 142 Pooled Resources Soaring ceilings, lashings of light and pool views were all on the wish list for these keen renovators. 152 Family Ties Updating her parents’ multi-generational home was a passion project for architect Georgina Wilson. 164 Made For Sharing A discreet second-storey addition is the perfect solution for this heritage-listed home filled with family and art.

Gardens

175 Intriguing Plot Whimsical and wild elements coexist in this garden by landscape architect Jane Jones. 183 Beds Of Roses A tribute to one of Australia’s most distinguished gardeners and rose breeders. 188 Branching Out Celebrate the season with a home-grown Christmas tree.

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On our cover Stylist Sophie Wilson serves up inspiration for your festive table. Turn to page 33 for more. Photograph by Edward Urrutia. Flowers by Grandiflora.

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“Enjoy the new freedoms and SEASON’S GREETINGS from the H&G team.”

f the events of the last two years have taught us anything, it is to be resilient, flexible, and in the words of Crosby, Stills and Nash, to love the one (or ones) you’re with. At the end of last year, I was ready to hop on a plane and join my family for the festive season when the Queensland border suddenly closed and all plans were thwarted. In the end, I stayed in Sydney, declined generous invitations for Christmas lunch and spent one of my more unusual, but enjoyable, Christmases painting a lattice garden fence white while listening to an assortment of the ABC’s finest from Classic FM to Triple J to Double J. How’s that for commitment to house and garden beautification? Christmas lunch was a little selection of pastries and some non-alcoholic tipples (it’s important to remain upright if you want precision brushstrokes). I felt a somewhat guilty pleasure spending the day solo. I know many people spend the day alone. Divorce and estrangement can lead to unusual and sometimes lonely Christmas arrangements – I have had a few of those too. Hopefully, the pandemic, while restricting us in one way, has given us the freedom to celebrate how and when we want to – together or not – and experience gratitude for the unexpected pleasures borne from downtime and self-rejuvenation. In this issue, we profile a super-talented group of creative personalities – including stellar chef Neil Perry – who all talk about the importance of slowing down and giving back (page 65). Neil wants to spend more time on his Hope Delivery charity next year and in the spirit of the season has shared two of his signature recipes with us. All the houses in this issue have been thoughtfully designed to play host to whatever the season brings. My favourite anecdote is about Corinne and Tony Maluccio’s inner-Sydney terrace on page 112. While Corinne enjoyed her hen’s day, Tony was secretly buying what has become their stylishly renovated home for their small family. Another home that has adapted to family needs belongs to architect Georgina Wilson’s parents – see 152. The home has been sympathetically refreshed for lots of grandchildren to enjoy. Our gorgeous line-up of gifts, page 47, will inspire and streamline your shopping. Whether you are setting the table for one or 10, stylist Sophie Wilson’s floral infused looks will finesse your festive vision – see page 33. And if you feel a surge of seasonal gardening coming on, turn to 175 for some magical motivation. Whatever you’re planning, take care, enjoy the new freedoms and season’s greetings from the Australian House & Garden team. I am determined to make it to sunny Queensland this year!

Tanya Buchanan, Editor-in-Chief

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YOUR H&G During Melbourne’s extended lockdown, my weekly walks with girlfriends, which we combined with book and magazine swaps, were a lifesaver. I was always happy to see an overseas mag or two in the mix, especially the English ones, but I have to say that Australian House & Garden was always the standout publication in the bunch. The Australian style – always so beautifully showcased in H&G – looks so fresh, stylish and innovative compared to the often dated English interiors. H&G highlights how far we have come design-wise, and our favoured inside-outside aesthetic seems to be streets ahead, and so reflective of, our (usually) wonderful lifestyle. Helen Hall, Malvern, Victoria Instagram

The latest issue of H&G arrived in my mailbox today. As I tore open the plastic covering, I only allowed myself a brief glimpse inside – I will save that pleasure for my day in hospital next week. As I undergo cancer treatment, I will escape in all the beauty and creativity in the pages, enthusiastically poring over every detail with my trusty sticky notes on hand. A long and arduous day made so much easier. Thank you! Amanda Bryce, Gwelup, WA SEEDS OF INSPIR ATION

H&G has been my go-to guide on multiple house revamps over the years. The house ideas have been invaluable, but I admit that I have often struggled to see how I could apply the garden ideas found in H&G to my own property within my budget. The October issue, however, resonated in such a way that I am now in

the process of constructing a garden seat (Hidden Gem) and bringing in some crazy paving and succulents (Worldly Wise) to bring the house and garden of my dreams to completion. Michelle Moriarty, Devonport, Tasmania FREEDOM AT L A ST

For the past six weeks I have been almost totally immobilised following a signiﬁcant operation on my knee. During this time, H&G has been my constant companion and comfort. In particular, I found inspiration in the ‘Feeling the freedom’ issue (October). Not only did this transport me mentally to a coastal location, it energised me to visualise myself as again being actively engaged in designing, renovating and building. Such joyful freedoms await! Your beautiful magazine has boosted my spirits and allowed me to dream. Catherine Schilg, Albury, NSW

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Interior designer Nina Caple and her border collie, Kanga, at the front of her unique home. “Although it was originally a family residence, the house had been used as holiday accommodation for some time so it was ready for some love and attention,” she says. OPPOSITE Nina used the same terrazzo floor tiles – a nod to the home’s Italian influences – both inside and out. The salvaged pots were a gift from a friend. Vulcano Tiles Ciottolo Grande terrazzo tiles laid by NCT Tiles.

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Embracing the quirks of this Queensland property, designer Nina Caple added her own deft touches to transform it into a comfortable, resort-style home. STORY Georgia Madden | ST Y LI NG Julia Green & Nina Caple PH OTO GR A PH Y Armelle Habib

“The ceilings are lovely and high, but we wanted to cosy them up a bit, so we added timber beams,” says Nina. Seven Sisters artwork by Gabriella Possum. Stevie Camel rug, Jardan. B&B Italia ‘Ray’ sofa and ‘Husk’ armchair, both Space. Cushions from Jardan, Bonnie and Neil and Hale Mercantile Co. Arena coffee table, En Gold. Metro Side Butch table, Porcelain Bear. Vessels on shelf from Dinosaur Designs. Ceramics on coffee table by Mel Lumb, Nina’s son Lachie and Virginia Sin. OPPOSITE “It is such an elegant stair, and the grand foyer it sits in is really a feature of the home,” says Nina. Artwork by Carly Williams. Peppercorn Grey flooring, Royal Oak Floors (throughout).

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ith some properties, it’s love at first sight. But that’s not always the case. When Nina Caple, interior designer and director of Anchor&Belle, and her husband Nick first spotted this quirky Sunshine Beach villa online, they weren’t even sure about going to see it. “It was designed and built in the 1980s by local artist John Cummings and his wife Verushka, who had modelled it on Mediterranean villas they had stayed in on their travels. It was this blend of Italian, Moroccan and Greek architecture, topped off with an Italian-style turret. It was almost too over the top to even look at,” says Nina. But since the couple was eager to find a home in the area that wasn’t a stereotypical beach house, they set their reservations to one side and inspected it with open minds. “When we saw the house in person, I wasn’t sure I’d ever be able to make it work,” she says. “But it had a special magic and I was struck by its incredible features such as the circular staircase and clover-shaped windows. Both Nick and I liked the idea of tackling a big renovation, so that was it – we were all in,” she says. The four-bedroom house had other things going for it too, including beautiful northerly views across the national park towards the ocean, and a location just 200 metres from the beach that would allow the couple’s children Lachie, 13, and Mia, 12, to squeeze in a surf before they head off to school. “We moved to the Sunshine Coast from Melbourne seven years ago and this house really suits the barefoot lifestyle we love up here. It feels like we’re permanently on holiday,” says Nina. “The thing we love most about the home is its grandeur,” she says. “It has 3-metre-high ceilings, big, airy spaces and an abundance of natural light. It has all the quintessential elements of a Mediterranean home for moderating temperature so it stays cool – we’ve never once switched on the airconditioning. The chunky walls have been plastered so they look and feel soft and rounded, shaped by hand, and the finishes are really textural and full of character.” Rather than diving straight into a reno, the family lived here for eight months before so much as picking up a paintbrush. “It

gave us an opportunity to get to know the home’s quirks and charm – it really shaped the renovation,” says Nina. The first step was rationalising the layout, which included moving the kitchen so it connects to the dining area and a newly raised pool, opening up the previously blocked-off artist’s studio to create a children’s retreat that opens to the backyard, turning a balcony off the main bedroom into an ensuite, and the dining/ sitting area next to it into a walk-in wardrobe and home office. They also redesigned the four bathrooms and powder room, and turned the roof terrace into an inviting entertainer’s retreat complete with outdoor kitchen and built-in fireplace. When it came to the decorative details, Nina focused on peeling back the layers of what was already there. “I wanted the house to show its true colours, but in a contemporary way,” she says. “The original front door, for example, was covered in layers of dark brown stain and looked like it belonged in a dungeon. We stripped it back, cleaned it up and it now adds such warmth and character to the entry. “We also restored the original steel balustrades on the staircase with their quirky little feet,” she says. “I had to find materials and finishes that would work with the home. It is quite chunky in its construction so they needed to be robust, warm and characterful. The house has many disparate spaces so it was important to create a sense of cohesion, says Nina. The solution? A striking terrazzo in honey and grey tones – a nod to the home’s Italian influences – for the ground floor, outside the front door and in detailing to the living room and outdoor shower. The same mid-tone timber is used for the joinery in the kitchen and bathrooms. “It looks like it could have been here 100 years, which is what we were after,” she says. Reclaimed timber beams, which were splattered with paint and lovingly stripped back by Nick, add warmth to the living area. “It’s a great family home,” says Nina. “We’ve moved around a > lot over the years, but this is where we plan to stay.” Anchor&Belle, Sunshine Coast, Queensland; 0410 261 251 or anchorandbelle.com.au. Damien Davidson Builders, Noosaville, Queensland; damiendavidsonbuilders.com. Serene Gardens, Sunshine Coast, Queensland; 0421 762 448 or @serene_gardens.

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“ I WA S S T R U C K BY I T S I N C R E D I B L E F E AT U R E S S U C H A S T H E C I R C U L A R S TA I R C A S E A N D C L OV E R - S H A P E D W I N D O W S . B OT H N I C K A N D I L I K E D T H E I D E A O F TAC K L I N G A B I G R E N OVAT I O N , S O T H AT WA S I T.” Nina Caple, owner and interior designer

“The balustrade is original,” says Nina. “I love its quirky feet – they’re characterful and really speak of the artists who designed the home.” Pendant lights by Paola Paronetto. Wall light by Virginia Sin. OPPOSITE TOP LEFT Situated adjacent to the pool, the dining room has a distinctly tropical resort vibe. Brooklyn dining chairs and Hunter dining table, Jardan. Shibuya pendant light, Indigo Love Collectors. Curtains in Carlucci Textiles ‘Tussah’, available from Unique Textiles. Green vase, Georg Jensen. Purple vase by Amanda Dziedzic. Footed planter by Paola Paronetto. OPPOSITE, TOP RIGHT AND BOTTOM RIGHT Kitchen designed by Anchor&Belle. Hastings bar stools, Green Cathedral. Benchtops in Portsea Grey limestone from CDK Stone. American oak joinery by Orchard Joinery. Buster+Punch pulls from Spiggy. Yokato tap, Brodware. Miele ovens. Cloud Klein terracotta planter, Jardan. White bowl from Handmark Gallery. OPPOSITE, BOTTOM LEFT “We eat out here a lot of the year,” says Nina. Dining table, Caneline. Kartell dining chairs, Space. Vase and glassware, Jardan. >

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“ I T ’ S A G R E AT FA M I LY H O M E . W E ’ V E M OV E D A R O U N D A L OT OV E R T H E Y E A R S , B U T T H I S I S W H E R E W E P L A N TO S TAY.” Nina

ABOVE There’s storage aplenty in the study shared by Nick and Nina.

Raven Sun by Hannah Nowlan. Vessel and rug from Jardan. Stool, Castlery. ABOVE RIGHT Soft terracotta tones in Mia’s room reference the Mediterranean theme. Bedlinen and curtains, Hale Mercantile Co. Throw, Greenhouse Interiors. Cookie side table, Fleur Studios. Salvador table lamp, Indigo Love Collectors. RIGHT A striking Ceto wall light by Melbourne maker Ross Gardam is a luxe touch in the main ensuite. Custom vanity designed by Anchor&Belle and made by Orchard Joinery. Portsea Grey limestone benchtop, CDK Stone. Nagoya Mosaic Tile Co ‘Kreuz’ wall tiles, Academy Tiles. Mirror, Orchard Joinery. Kiln 515 basin, Robert Gordon Australia. Yokato tapware, Brodware. Ciottolo Grande honed terrazzo tiles, Ceramica Senio. Vessels, Clay Canoe. Towel, Greenhouse Interiors. OPPOSITE A delicate wall hanging by Wi.Made unifies the main bedroom’s decorating scheme. Bed, bedside tables and cushions, all Jardan. Bedlinen, Hale Mercantile Co. Indigo Tiny Rice throw and matching pillowcases, Coca Mojo. Rug, Loom Rugs. Boulder table lamps, Virginia Sin. Ceramics by Katarina Wells. >

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A full outdoor kitchen on the 73m² roof terrace means there’s no need to dash up and down the stairs for supplies when entertaining. OPPOSITE TOP LEFT One of two access points to the roof terrace, this spot features two original porthole windows that give views over the treetops. OPPOSITE TOP RIGHT A new pergola shades the rooftop dining area. Nina chose aged hardwood for the structure so it looked like it had always been there. OPPOSITE BOTTOM RIGHT This sitting area inside the turret was previously a bunk room. Rwanda coffee table and side table, Uniqwa Collections. Vase, Jardan. Cushions, Hale Mercantile Co. Trio coat hook, Virginia Sin. OPPOSITE BOTTOM LEFT “This fireplace was the first thing we put into the house,” says Nina. Gloster ‘Loop’ armchairs, Cosh Living. Nick made the coffee table from salvaged wharf timber. Millboard composite decking, Concept Materials. >

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“ W E M OV E D TO T H E S U N S H I N E C OA S T F R O M M E L B O U R N E S E V E N Y E A R S AG O A N D T H I S H O U S E R E A L LY S U I T S O U R B A R E F O OT L I F E S T Y L E . IT FEELS LIKE WE’RE P E R M A N E N T LY O N H O L I DAY.” Nina

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Lachie and Mia enjoy some pool time with Kanga looking on. Kett ‘Forrest’ lounge chairs, Cosh Living. Anchorage coffee table, Coco Republic.Millboard composite decking in Smoked Oak, Concept Materials. OPPOSITE The outdoor shower was designed and made by local company Copper and Co Creations. “It’s right next to the front door so it’s our first stop after a swim, trip to the beach or a run. We all use it most days – there’s even a hand shower for Kanga,” says Nina. “The pathway leads past an original bell tower – so Mykonos! – and to our little vegetable garden.” For Where to Buy, see page 190. >

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LIFE & ST YLE Nina Caple shares some firsts and favourite things.

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Scharnierstraat by Piet Raemdonck (1).

“I ADORE THE FRESH SMELL IN THE AIR AFTER A BIG STORM.”

FIRST ADULT HOME? It was on The Esplanade in Elwood, Melbourne. It started out with bright blue aqua turf on the stairs and an indoor rockery, but had a lovely view of the red bridge on the Elwood Canal. BUCKET-LIST DESTINATION? Greece! We were meant to head there last year. DREAM RESTAURANT TABLE? Noma in Copenhagen, Denmark. FAVOURITE DOWNTIME PURSUIT? A run through the Noosa National Park with my girlfriends. On Saturdays, that always ends with a swim at Noosa Main Beach, and a coffee and croissant from Sails. FAVOURITE ARTISTS? Clara Adolphs, Tammy Kanat, Piet Raemdonck (1) and Ochre Lawson. FAVOURITE DESIGNERS AND ARCHITECTS? Piet Boon (7) – his designs are so beautifully detailed and refined yet effortless and functional. Patricia Urquiola (2) – her work has spanned architecture, furniture and design and she continues to design emblematic pieces using forward-thinking materials. I’M CURRENTLY READING... Vivid by Julia Green and Armelle Habib (5). It’s a beautiful book celebrating the influence of colour in the world of design and our everyday lives. I think we could all do with a little more colour. FAVOURITE FASHION LABELS? Ulla Johnson (9, 10) and Isabel Marant. Both brands have great summer layers that are totally suited to both the balmy climate and relaxed lifestyle in Queensland. A HOMEWARE PIECE YOU COVET? Something by Den Holm (8) would look so great in our house. NEXT MAJOR PURCHASE FOR THE HOME? A Baxter Piaf sofa (3). I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT… My little blue Vespa (4). It’s invaluable for zipping around, parking at the beach, and gives you that holiday feeling. #

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PLACE SETTING Ralph Lauren Home ‘Wentworth’ gold-plated cutlery, $185/5-piece place setting, Palmer & Penn. Jackie

brass napkin ring, $230/set of 4, Greg Natale. Hayman cotton napkin, $9.95, and Bretagne stoneware soup bowl, $13.95, both Provincial Home Living. Ralph Lauren Home ‘Garden Vine’ earthenware dinner plate, $78, Palmer & Penn. Regence ceramic charger plate, $250, Les Bonnes Addresses. ACCESSORIES From left August candle, $35, and Bella candle, $35, both Studio Billie. Flowers by Grandiflora. Lismore Essence white-wine glass, $239/pair, Waterford Crystal. Baccarat ‘Mille Nuits’ crystal salad plate, $449, Palmer & Penn. Lismore Essence Champagne flute, $239/pair, Waterford Crystal. Linen tablecloth in Rice, $100, Carlotta+Gee.

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CELEBRATE H G PLACE SETTINGS Crest stoneware bowls, $12.95 each, Freedom. Vera Wang ‘Blanc Sur Blanc’ fine bone china soup bowls, $69.95 each, Wedgwood. Linen napkins, $45/set of 4, In Bed. Crest stoneware dinner plates, $14.95 each, Freedom. Ralph Lauren Home ‘Wentworth’ gold-plated cutlery, $185/5-piece place setting, Palmer & Penn. Elegance Optic Belle crystalline Champagne coupes, $149/pair, Waterford Crystal. ACCESSORIES From left Bella candles, $35 each, Dawn taper candles, $8 each, and Gold brushed-brass candleholders, $45/set of 3, all Studio Billie. Linen tablecloth, $160, In Bed. St James dining chairs with bouclé upholstery, $455 each, Coco Republic. Angalypta ‘Dryden’ paintable wallpaper, $33/10m roll, Wallpaper Direct. Wainscoting painted Eggshell Acrylic in Almond White, $135/4L, Porter’s Paints. OPPOSITE Christie bone china rise-and-fall pendant, $1448, Dunlin. ON TABLE From left Mon Jules terracotta footed vase, $525, Love After Love. Linen napkin, $45/ set of 4, In Bed. Montmartre Macaron candles, $54.95 each, Glasshouse Fragrances. Arris fine bone china dinner plates, $99.95 each, Wedgwood. Cire Trudon ‘Madeleine’ taper candles, $39/set of 6, and brass-plated candelabra, $219, both Libertine Parfumerie. Jerry brass catch-all, $310, Greg Natale. Ambition ceramic vase, $1850, Janus et Cie. Frosted Pine Cone porcelain bauble, $69.95, Frosted Mistletoe baubles, $69.95 each, and Arris fine bone china 17cm plates, $69.95 each, all Wedgwood. Floristry Collection glass vases, $55 each, Parterre. Lismore Essence Champagne flute, $239/pair, and Lismore Classic toasting flute, $239/pair, both Waterford Crystal. Linen tablecloth in Rice, $100, Carlotta+Gee. Wall painted Eggshell Acrylic in Almond White, $135/4L, Porter’s Paints. >

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FRESH TA K E The addition of fresh flowers and foliage will always enhance a table. White blooms are both elegant and versatile; even a delicate trail of greenery brings life to the party.

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‘Grosgrain’ stainless-steel cutlery, $799/56-piece set, Wedgwood. Garden Party stoneware condiment bowl, $19.95/set of 2, Robert Gordon Australia. Cabbage 19cm plate, $45, Parterre. Ralph Lauren Home ‘Garden Vine’ earthenware dinner plate, $78, Palmer & Penn. Lismore Classic toasting flute, $239/pair, and Lismore Essence Champagne flute, $239/pair, both Waterford Crystal. Pieruga Marble Carrara napkin ring, $465/set of 4, Palmer & Penn. Hayman cotton napkin, $9.95, Provincial Home Living. Ralph Lauren Home ‘Garden Vine’ earthenware salad plate, $70, Palmer & Penn. Gio fine bone china dinner plate, $34.95, Wedgwood. Marseille stoneware side plate, $7.95, Provincial Home Living. August candles, $35 each, Studio Billie. Lismore Essence white-wine glass, $239/pair, Waterford Crystal. Garden Party stoneware side plate, $34.95/set of 2, Robert Gordon Australia. Cabbage 17.5cm bowl, $65, Parterre. Crest stoneware side plate, $12.95, Freedom. Theodore pillar candles, $50 each, Studio Billie. Baccarat ‘Mille Nuits’ crystal salad plate, $449, and medium plate, $462, both Palmer & Penn. Flowers by Grandiflora. Frosted Pine Cone porcelain bauble, $69.95, Frosted Mistletoe baubles, $69.95 each, and Renaissance baubles, $199/set of 2, all Wedgwood. Adelaide ceramic soup plate, $185, Les Bonnes Addresses. Linen tablecloth in Rice, $100, Carlotta+Gee. >

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TWINKLE, TWINKLE Flickering candles instantly set a festive mood. To add to the ambience, team them with crystal, cut-glass and polished-metal tableware to catch the light and make it dance around the room.

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PLACE SETTING Ralph Lauren Home ‘Ralph’s’ bone china canapé plate, $179/set of 4, Palmer &

Penn. Linen napkin, $45/set of 4, In Bed. Cabbage 26cm plate, $72, Parterre. Rattan placemat, $31.50, The Bay Tree. Ranya brass-plated cutlery, $59/4-piece place setting, Inartisan. ACCESSORIES From left Gio coupe plate, $24.95, Wedgwood. Baccarat ‘Harcourt Missouri’ crystal jam jar, $943, Palmer & Penn. Anthemion Grey bone china teapot, $1299, Wedgwood. White Fluted 380ml jug, $59.95, Royal Copenhagen. Pillar candles, $25 each, and metal candlesticks, $70 each, all XJR Celebrations. Floriana ceramic platter, $79, Early Settler. Linen tablecloth, $160, In Bed. Majella wallpaper in Green, $95/10m roll, Wallpaper Direct. OPPOSITE, ON TABLE From left Veniani Dal 1875 Brutti e Buoni Coconut, $13.50/100g, Simon Johnson. Baccarat ‘Mille Nuits’ crystal salad plate, $449, Palmer & Penn. Citrouille ceramic vase, $1450, Les Bonnes Addresses. Twist taper candles, $40/pair, Love After Love. Arya iron candleholder, $175, Few & Far. Garden Party stoneware cake server, $34.95, Robert Gordon Australia. Ralph Lauren Home ‘Wentworth’ gold-plated cutlery, $185/5-piece place setting, and Aerin shagreen napkin ring, $250/set of 2, all Palmer & Penn. Linen napkin in Rice, $55/set of 4, Carlotta+Gee. Bretagne stoneware dinner plate, $16.95, and charger plate, $19.95, Provincial Home Living. Duet crystalline flutes, $29.95/pair, Krosno. Baccarat ‘Mille Nuits’ crystal tiered cake stand, $2199, Palmer & Penn. Garden Party stoneware sundae bowls, $39.95/set of 2, Robert Gordon Australia. Sovereign fruit bowl, $119.95, Provincial Home Living. Linen tablecloth, $100, Carlotta+Gee. Wilbur bench seat, $1099, McMullin&Co. Wreath by Grandiflora. Wall painted Eggshell Acrylic in Almond White, $135/4L, Porter’s Paints. >

CELEBRATE H G Chance drum pendants, $1695 each, Urban Lighting. Shadow Palms by Bethany Linz wallpaper mural, $197/9m roll, Milton & King. Dainelli Roma walnut-veneer sideboard, $4272, King. ON TABLE From left Lismore Essence crystal white-wine glasses, $239/pair, and Champagne flutes, $239/pair, all Waterford Crystal. Rope Bianco marble bowl, $950, Greg Natale. Pure White sphere candles, $49/set of 3, Candle Kiosk. Niemeyer Fiore marble bowls, $890 (medium), $450 (small) and $1050 (large), Greg Natale. Bella candles, $35 each, and Yates candles, $30 each, all Studio Billie. Robert Gordon Australia ‘Dessert Story’ cake stand, $69.95, Myer. Linen napkins in Natural (left) and in Storm, $55/set of 4, Carlotta+Gee. ON SIDEBOARD From left Trio candelabras, $850 each, Lucy Montgomery. Tamegroute fruit bowls, $195 each, and Tamegroute serving bowls, $75 each, all Water Tiger. Vintage Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame Champagne cooler, POA, Rue de France. Amouage ‘Honour Woman’ candle, $299, Libertine Parfumerie. Vintage Moët & Chandon Champagne cooler, $1100, Rue de France. >

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Ruffled polyester wreath, $55, Domayne. Dane dining chairs with bouclé upholstery, $635 each, and Bruno ‘Totem’ mangowood dining table, $2990, all Globe West. ON TABLE From left Linen napkins in White, $45/set of 4, In Bed. Pieruga Marble Carrara napkin rings, $465/set of 4, Palmer & Penn. Ferm Living ‘Ripple’ glass tumblers, $79/set of 4, Mr & Mrs Designer. Floriana ceramic bowl, $25, Early Settler. Polished Silver cutlery, $149/8-piece set, Krof. White Fluted porcelain 22cm plates, $59.95 each, Royal Copenhagen. Sovereign terracotta vase, $59.95, Provincial Home Living. Gio coupe plates, $24.95 each, Wedgwood. Cire Trudon ‘Madeleine’ taper candles, $39/set of 6, Libertine Parfumerie. Auguste earthenware candlestands, $10 (short) and $16 each (medium), Few & Far. Vera vessel, $139, McMullin & Co. Herringbone flooring in White Smoked, $110/m², Royal Oak Floors. For Where to Buy, see page 190. #

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1 Kreafunk ‘aGo’ portable bluetooth speaker, $79.90, Top3 by Design. 2 Milli Maestra cross-body bag, $395, Senreve. 3 Hyder vase, $960, Boyd Blue. 4 Leather desk pad, $179, Saddleback Leather. 5 Venice European pillowcase, $29, Harvey Norman. 6 Gentleman’s shoe shine kit, $49.95, Opus Design. 7 Quoits set, $75, Living by Design. 8 T&G ‘Oblique’ salt mill, $199, Kitchenware Direct. 9 Santa Maria Novella ‘Tabacco Toscano’ soap, $50, Casa by Kate Nixon. 10 Serengeti entry mat (60x100cm), $150, Armadillo. 11 Martin Sandel leather shoulder bag, $165.95, Greenwood. 12 Mühle ‘Rytmo’ shaving brush, $222, Ninth Avenue. 13 Waterford ‘Gin Journeys: Aras’ gin balloons, $289/pair, Myer. 14 Sahara vase, $650, Boyd Blue. 15 Vintage Wedgwood trinket box, $135, Becker Minty. 16 Dennton brogue trainers, $249, Ted Baker. 17 Leather cord roll,

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28 29 $75, Afternoons with Albert. 18 Bestic candleholder, from $25, Coco Republic. 19 Santa Maria Novella ‘Melograno’ scented-terracotta fragrance diffuser, $95, Casa by Kate Nixon. 20 Zone Peili small spoon, $16.95, Papaya. 21 Cheval de Napoleon, Wagram artwork by Samuel Condon, $2000 (framed), Studio Gallery. 22 Chemex 6-cup coffee-making carafe with Kone drip filter, $169.90/set, Alternative Brewing. 23 Bottega Veneta ‘Intrecciato’ keychain, $350, My Theresa. 24 Oyoy ‘Pin’ hooks/knobs, $49/set of 2, Designstuff. 25 Australian House & Garden waffle hand towels, $30/set of 2, Myer. 26 HuskeeCup keep cup, from $14.90, Alternative Brewing. 27 Aerin ‘Enzo’ playing cards set, $445, Modesens. 28 Addition Studio ‘Bath Brew’ bath soak, $17.90, Top3 by Design. 29 Fiasconaro Nocciole panettone (1kg), $59, Casa by Kate Nixon. >

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30 Chinese lidded container, $249, rattan bedside tray, $39, Luna marble clam dish, POA, and assorted coffee table books, POA, all Casa by Kate Nixon. Oscar travertine footed bowl, $750, Greg Natale. 31 Maggie vases, $54 (medium) and $69 (tall), Domayne. 32 Fossilised stool, $995, Contents International Design. 33 Corail decorative bowl, $39.95, Freedom. 34 Robert Gordon Australia ‘Flask’ lotion bottle, $40, Living by Design. 35 Monochrome Patterns wall art, $890, King. 36 Bezzera BZ10 coffee machine, $2550, Winning Appliances. 37 Nomad plate, $39.95, Provincial Home Living. 38 Caro whisky carafe, $119.95, Krosno. 39 Danyon vase, $395, Coco Republic. 40 Black Lucite book stand, $395, Coco Republic. 41 Drusa vessel, $180, Relik. 42Teak root stool, $89, Remarkable Outdoor Living. 43 Henry Beguelin Woven Eclipse bag, $1450, Riada Concept. 44 Small horn ring, $240, Dinosaur Designs. 45 Suede magazine holder, $199, Pottery Barn. >

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46 Ferm Living ‘Liba’ watering can, $139, Designstuff. 47 Hand and Nail Treatment Cream, $46, Clarins. 48 Pebeyre truffle salt, $14.75, Simon Johnson. 49 That Inventions ‘ScoopThat!’ non-stick ice-cream scoop, $59, Designstuff. 50 Franciorta Lemonel limoncello, $47, Dan Murphy’s. 51 Agape vases, from $650 each, Fanuli. 52 Rosa planter, $45, Domayne. 53 Australian House & Garden ‘Silver Stripe’ bauble, $8, Myer. 54 Royal Comfort ‘Eden’ 8-piece towel set, $34, Harvey Norman. 55 Long Dew servers, $125/pair, Dinosaur Designs. 56 Love Birds stationery set (includes notebook, notepad and correspondence cards), $85/set, Crane. 57 Organsko pedestal tray, $29.95, Freedom. 58 Harmony 190ml tumblers, $29.95/set of 6, 500ml tumblers, $49.95/set of 6, and 350ml tumblers, $49.95/set of 6, Krosno. 59 Brooke catchall, $270, Greg Natale. 60 Købn beach/bath towel, $129, Designstuff. 61 Bazaar laundry basket, $99.95, Provincial Home Living. 62 Monista Tea Co. ‘Camomile on the Nile’ herbal tea, $34.95, Simon Johnson. 63 Thé Osmanthus candle, $130, Dior. For Where to Buy, see page 190. #

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H G CELEBRATE After a delayed launch due to Sydney’s lockdown, chef Neil Perry is relieved to open the doors to his new restaurant, Margaret, a very personal project and the culmination of 40 years of menu finessing.

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Neil Perry The renowned chef is thrilled to ﬁnally welcome guests to his new restaurant, Margaret – named after his mother – a “neighbourhood dining space” in Sydney’s Double Bay. P HOTO G R A P H Y Anson Smart

THE GREATEST CHALLENGE OF 2021?

The closure of the restaurant the day it was about to open, thinking it was going to be a one-week lockdown that actually lasted about 110 days. Financially, it has been a massive hit. UNEXPECTED POSITIVES? We were able to pivot, doing Providoor and burgers – and that kept the team going. I have a fantastic team here of 45 people who’ve been through a lot together in the last four months. We looked after each other – so that’s a positive to come out of it. A LESSON LEARNED FROM THIS YEAR?

To be resilient, expect anything and make sure you figure out a way around it. It was a case of pivot or perish. HOW WILL YOU CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON? I’ll be cooking

something beautiful at home – the family will be there and I’ll be chilled because it’s one day I’m not working. FAVOURITE FESTIVE TIPPLE? I love sparkling burgundy at Christmas time – it’s such an iconic Australian drink. Rockford and Joseph sparkling shiraz are both amazing. To drink something that has bubbles and also has weight and is a chilled red, is really yummy. A GIFT YOU’D LIKE TO RECEIVE? Just some time off and some peace and quiet because I’m so busy doing things; I don’t really need a lot. I hope the experience of the pandemic will make people think about what they really need; that it makes them more generous and more grateful for things like travel or dining in restaurants or seeing family. HOW DO YOU UNWIND? Cooking at home and eating something delicious. [see over the page for two recipes from

Neil’s latest book, Everything I Love to Cook ], going to a beautiful restaurant and hanging out with the family.

TOAST

Rockford Wines Black Shiraz – Disgorged sparkling wine; rockfordwines.com.au.

AN IDEAL SUMMER’S DAY INVOLVES…?

Sitting out by the pool at home or going for a walk or swim at Bondi Beach. I always have to be near water. QUINTESSENTIAL SUMMER MEAL?

A beautiful steamed mud crab with a bowl of salad and a glass of riesling. HOLIDAY FASHION MUST-HAVES?

Just a pair of shorts to jump into the water and that’s about it. YOUR SUMMER PLAYLIST? I love going back to the ’80s and ’90s. I still think Buddha Bar – volumes I and II – are great albums. Beautiful beats to eat and relax to.

READ

Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia book edited by Anita Heiss, $29.99; blackincbooks.com.au.

WHAT BOOKS WILL YOU BE READING?

I’m going to try to catch up on a lot of cookbooks. And Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia by Anita Heiss is definitely one of the books I’m going to finish. FAVOURITE SUMMER SCENT?

Gardenias. They remind me of my mum. HOPES FOR 2022? I hope we focus on climate change. That we wake up and realise that we’re privileged to live in this world. Climate change has the potential to eradicate humankind. We have a choice to live with Mother Nature or destroy ourselves. We need to act now. WHAT’S AHEAD FOR YOU? I want to make Hope Delivery [a charity that serves meals to the vulnerable, established by Neil’s Rockpool Foundation] an important part of the Sydney landscape, helping Indigenous Australians, young refugees, and women’s and children’s shelters. We served 300,000 meals last year and I see it as an area of increasing need. I want to work more and more in that space. >

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Aerin ‘Sintra Gardenia’ soy-wax candle, $206/270g, Amara; amara.com/au.

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Everything I Love to Cook cookbook by Neil Perry, $81.99, Murdoch Books; murdochbooks.com.au.

PRAWN, TOMATO, NECTARINE AND HAZELNUT SALAD Serves 4

16 large cooked prawns, peeled and deveined 2 heads of witlof (chicory) – red, white or a combination – leaves separated, washed and dried 2 heads of baby cos lettuce, leaves separated, washed and dried 2 tablespoons hazelnut oil Juice of 2 limes 2 yellow nectarines 2 vine-ripened tomatoes, cored ½ cup (75g) hazelnuts, roughly chopped Small handful of ﬂat-leaf parsley leaves, ﬁnely shredded Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

GOOD NEIGHBOUR Named in honour of Neil’s late mother, Margaret is a 170-seat restaurant serving Neil’s playlist of Mediterranean and Asian flavours, with a focus on seafood and wood-fired cooking. The refined interiors are by David Caon and Acme&Co. “I wanted a sophisticated, world-class restaurant that feels like a comfortable, approachable neighbourhood dining space,” says Neil. “I think the design walks through those two worlds beautifully.” Margaret, 30-36 Bay Street, Double Bay, Sydney; margaretdoublebay.com.

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Ripe tomatoes and nectarines make a killer combination in summer – at the peak of their season, both are deliciously sweet, especially when matched with the natural sweetness of prawns. The sharpness of lime offsets all the sweetness, and the mellow richness of crushed hazlenuts and hazelnut oil is pretty hard to beat, though you can, of course, just use olive oil. The cos and witlof contribute freshness and crunch. 1 Place the prawns in a large bowl. Roughly tear the witlof and baby cos leaves and add to the bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the hazelnut oil and lime juice, adding a little at a time and tasting as you go to achieve the right balance. 2 Cut the cheeks off the nectarines and thinly slice each cheek. Cut the tomatoes into wedges. 3 Arrange the nectarines and tomatoes on four plates. Divide the salad leaves and prawns between the plates, placing them gently around the fruit. Sprinkle with the hazelnuts and parsley and serve. Variations Substitute the prawns for any other type of crustacean, such as crab, lobster or Moreton Bay/Balmain bug. If you prefer, try this with fragrant white peaches or nectarines – when stone fruit is in season, it can be hard to choose!

CELEBRATE H G FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE Serves 10

400g good-quality dark chocolate, broken into pieces 6 eggs, separated 150g caster sugar 2½ tablespoons Cointreau 300ml pure cream Cocoa powder, for dusting Lightly whipped cream, to serve This cake was on my first dessert menu back in 1982 and has always been a favourite with my family. It’s a terrific cake, with a heavenly texture like a chocolate soufflé – and it behaves like one too. With no flour to hold it up, it rises as it cooks and falls as it cools, so don’t freak out when it sinks in the middle. 1 Preheat the oven to 190˚C (170˚C fan). Lightly oil a 900ml-capacity loaf tin and line it with baking paper.

2 Melt the chocolate in a stainless-steel bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water – don’t let the water boil. Carefully lift the bowl of chocolate off the saucepan and leave it to cool slightly. 3 Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the egg yolks and two-thirds of the sugar until pale and creamy. Add the Cointreau and beat until well combined, then add the chocolate and mix until completely incorporated. 4 In a separate bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks. 5 In another bowl, start whisking the egg whites until soft peaks start to form, then gradually add the remaining sugar and keep whisking to ﬁrm peaks. 6 Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, followed by the whisked egg whites.

7 Pour the mixture into the prepared loaf tin, then sit the loaf tin inside a deep baking dish. Add enough hot water to come about 2.5cm up sides of the loaf tin. Bake for 45 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 170˚C (150˚C fan) and bake for a further 45 minutes. Turn the oven off, but leave the cake inside the oven for a further 20 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely. 8 To serve, carefully run a knife around the inside edge of the tin, then invert onto a plate – the cake should slide out easily. Using a knife dipped in hot water, cut into slices, dipping the knife into hot water after each cut. Place on plates, dust with cocoa and serve with lightly whipped cream. TIP This cake keeps well for 2 days at room temperature; don’t put in the refrigerator or it will become hard and unpalatable. >

“This cake has a heavenly texture – like a soufflé.”

“The last two years have forced us to adapt and think about new ways of doing things...”

Neil and Bonnie in their colourful Melbourne showroom/ headquarters. The backdrop is a mural handpainted by Bonnie, who wears a cotton Ruffle dress in Primrose Blue from her new clothing brand, Bonne: “I’m excited to launch more collections and watch the brand grow.”

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Bonnie Ashley and Neil Downie Former ﬂorist Bonnie and furniture-maker Neil are the duo behind textile brand, Bonnie and Neil. Their hand-screenprinted products are sold on every continent. PH OTO GRA P H Y Martina Gemmola

THE THINGS THAT SPARK JOY FOR YOU? Bonnie: Growing

flowers and being out in the garden; cooking feasts for family and friends; painting, researching patterns and colours and visiting art galleries. Neil: Music. I love finding new artists and exploring their back catalogues. Travel is also a big hitter for me, revisiting favourite places and exploring new ones. UNEXPECTED POSITIVES OF 2021? Bonnie: People spending time at home and wanting to improve their home has driven an increase in sales. It’s been heartwarming to see our stockists doing well as their communities have an appetite to support local businesses and Australian-made products. A LESSON LEARNED FROM THE COVID ERA? Neil: That lots of things are out of our control! Going with the flow and taking each day as it comes has been a difficult but rewarding lesson. HOW WILL YOU CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON? Bonnie: We hope to visit family in New Zealand or Queensland. If we stay in Melbourne, we’ll have a long lunch with friends, with plenty of seafood, salads, desserts, bubbles and cocktails! FESTIVE TIPPLE OF CHOICE? Bonnie: Champagne, prosecco or a cocktail with summer berries. Neil: Dirty Martini, which I’ve been perfecting over the years! GO-TO STORES FOR GIFT SHOPPING? Bonnie: Mud Australia and Dinosaur Designs for homewares, Readings for books and Haigh’s for the delicious chocolate. AN IDEAL SUMMER’S DAY INVOLVES…? Bonnie: A leisurely

sleep in, prepping and enjoying a long barbecue lunch at home with friends. Neil: Heading out of town and exploring a new location – coastal towns or inland villages. And record shopping. HOLIDAY FASHION MUST-HAVES? Bonnie: Linen dresses in pretty prints and colours with sandals. And sunglasses! TRAVELLING OVER SUMMER? Neil: If allowed, we would love to head back to Tasmania and visit Freycinet in January. ULTIMATE HOLIDAY DESTINATION? Neil: Having both grown up on the South Island of New Zealand, we are probably biased but we love New Zealand. Queenstown is hard to beat. KEY TUNES ON YOUR SUMMER PLAYLIST? Neil: Current favourites include Source by Nubya Garcia, Salt & Pepper by Dope Lemon and Fantastic Man by William Onyeabor. BOOKS YOU’LL BE READING OVER SUMMER? Bonnie: As an avid cook and entertainer, cookbooks are my go-to. QUINTESSENTIAL SUMMER MEAL? Bonnie: Delicious fresh seafood with salads – Ottolenghi recipes are favourites! – and summer fruits to finish, accompanied by organic wine. FAVOURITE SUMMER SCENT? Bonnie: Tom Ford ‘Bitter Peach’. In nature, I love the scent of gardenia and garden roses. HOPES FOR NEXT YEAR? Bonnie: Visiting family and spending time with our friends. We’ve missed out on so much over the past 18 months, so there’s lots to catch up on. WHAT’S AHEAD FOR BONNIE AND NEIL? We’re adding new categories to our product mix – so much on the horizon! >

“Top of our list is visiting family and spending time with friends.”

TOAST

Perrier-Jouët ‘Belle Époque’ vintage Champagne, $219.95, Dan Murphy’s; danmurphys.com.au.

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Nest extra large serving bowl in Bottle, $475, Mud Australia; mudaustralia.com.au.

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Tom Ford ‘Bitter Peach’ eau de parfum, $485/50ml, Mecca Cosmetica; meccacosmetica.com.au.

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Primrose Red linen midi kaftan, $340, Bonne; bonne.com.au.

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buying and sales), Bobby (general manager) and Kate (creative director) in the Robert Gordon Australia warehouse at Emerald, in the Yarra Valley, 40 kilometres from Melbourne. “We have a deep respect for each other and the different skills and roles we hold,” says Kate.

Hannah, Bobby and Kate Gordon A love of pottery is in the DNA for these siblings who lead Robert Gordon Australia, the ceramics company founded by their parents and inspired by their gifted grandmother. PHOTOG R AP HY Eve Wilson

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CELEBRATE H G THE THINGS THAT SPARK JOY FOR YOU? Hannah: Family and old

friends. Kate: A day of gardening in my vegetable patch with the kids, chickens and the sun. Bobby: Travel and holidays with the family. UNEXPECTED POSITIVES OF 2021? Kate: Covid has taught us that communication – with customers and staff – is key. We’ve grown in leaps and bounds in this area because of the challenges of Covid. LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PAST YEAR? Hannah: Don’t sweat the small stuff. Kate: People are everything. Bobby: Society and businesses alike are not immune to disasters. It’s important to look to the past and understand that history sometimes repeats. HOW WILL YOU CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON? Hannah: We want to get away, so hopefully we’ll be on the beach if we can. Fingers crossed. Kate: At our home, surrounded by children, lots of noise and food, and a big Christmas tree. Bobby: At home with friends and family. This year will be super special. FESTIVE TIPPLE OF CHOICE? Hannah: Red wine. Always. Or Frangelico on ice with lots of fresh lime. Kate: Christmas isn’t Christmas without Champagne to share! Bobby: I like to go local. The [Yarra Valley’s] Gembrook Hill Pinot Noir is an absolute cracker. GO-TO STORES FOR GIFT BUYING? Hannah: Gewürzhaus and Mecca Cosmetica. Kate: The Robert Gordon Outlet, of course! Along with our own pottery we also stock designers such as Købn, Bonnie and Neil and Kip & Co. Bobby: Cedar Hospitality Supplies for great kitchen tools and The Yarra Store in Warrandyte for linen and homewares. TRAVELLING OVER SUMMER? Hannah: Surfers Paradise for beach and theme parks. Kate: Our aim is to get to Melbourne for day trips and overnight stays: we want to enjoy our city again, after being locked out for so long. Bobby: Camping at Bright in the Victorian high country. Magical town and surroundings. Excellent for families. AN IDEAL SUMMER’S DAY INVOLVES…? Hannah: Fishing. Family. Walking. Beach. Cheese platters and red wine. Kate: A trip to the beach at Mount Martha, (sandy) lunches, happy kids and a swim in clear water. Bobby: A day on the tractor cutting grass and finishing it off with a cold beer – and of course the family for company. HOLIDAY FASHION MUST-HAVES? Hannah: Comfy sandals and cotton dresses. I love Auguste The Label. Kate: A wide-brimmed hat and a generous, colourful beach bag. Bobby: A good pair of sunnies. WHAT WILL YOU BE READING? Hannah: American Dirt by Jeanne Cummins. Bobby: Tips for catching trout in the Victorian high country. QUINTESSENTIAL SUMMER MEAL? Hannah: Steak with salad and homemade chips and a glass or two of pinot. Kate: An Ottolenghi salad with pomegranate. Bobby: Freshly caught flathead tails, pan-fried, with roasted kipfler potatoes, salad and a bottle of Narkoojee’s ‘Lily Grace’ chardonnay. FAVOURITE SUMMER SCENT? Kate: Jasmine. Hannah: Mojave Ghost by Byredo. Bobby: Mum often used a gum tree for the Christmas tree. The smell of dry eucalyptus is very nostalgic for me. WHAT’S AHEAD FOR ROBERT GORDON? Kate: So much change! The most exciting being that we are converting from gas kilns to electric, offset by solar. Bobby: The team has been working tirelessly on great new products, so that’s exciting. And we’ll give Zoom meetings a rest. >

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Market Lane basket, $70, Robert Gordon x Bonnie and Neil; bonnieandneil.com.au.

MAKE MERRY Gembrook Hill Pinot Noir 2019, $55, Dan Murphy’s; danmurphys.com.au.

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Byredo ‘Mojave Ghost’ eau de parfum, $217/50ml, Mecca Cosmetica; meccacosmetica.com.au.

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Garden Party side plates, $34.95/set of 2, Robert Gordon Australia; robertgordonaustralia.com.

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Leila Jeffreys Through her exquisite, human-scale photographic portraits of birds, this artist and environmentalist is dedicated to promoting greater connection to the natural world. P HOTOG R AP H Y Anson Smart

THE THINGS THAT SPARK JOY FOR YOU? Spontaneous

moments when people and nature connect. One that comes to mind was a recent kids versus adults soccer game at our local park. A huge thunderstorm rolled in and rain pelted down. The field turned into a shallow pool and the kids went wild, swept up in the moment, slipping and sliding, muddy and exhilarated. The adults cheered along. It couldn’t have been planned. Being in nature, including rain, sparks joy for me. UNEXPECTED POSITIVES OF 2021? Having a circuit-breaker to everyday life has been hugely beneficial. It gave me time to reflect on the importance of living a life that is more deeply aligned with my values. I make art to suggest a reconnection to nature and slowing down, yet often I was rushing and stressing to complete work for exhibitions. I hope to take that awareness with me as I start to work on new projects. HOW WILL YOU CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON? Christmas Day will be in Sydney with my husband’s family and my mum and some close friends whose families are interstate. YOUR FESTIVE TIPPLE OF CHOICE? Vodka on the rocks with a squeeze of fresh lime. GO-TO STORE FOR GIFT SHOPPING? The DEA Store for handmade ceramics and kitchenware that supports local artisans, and online retailer Specified Store for handmade Australian furniture and homewares. TRAVELLING OVER SUMMER? Yes! To Bawley Point on the

NSW South Coast. We travel there every January with family friends and it is a great way to start the year. HOW DO YOU UNWIND? Snorkelling in the ocean. AN IDEAL SUMMER’S DAY INVOLVES…? A swim at Wylie’s Baths [at Sydney’s Coogee Beach] then a game of soccer at the park. Kids versus adults, of course. HOLIDAY FASHION MUST-HAVES? I live in jeans and t-shirts and love clothes made from natural materials. For sustainable fashion and basic t-shirts I recommend Fibre For Good. TUNES ON YOUR SUMMER PLAYLIST? So many favourites... Girls Talk by Dave Edmunds, Ooh La La by The Faces, Who Loves the Sun by Velvet Underground, Waterloo Sunset by The Kinks. BOOKS YOU’LL BE READING? Heartwood: The art and science of growing trees for conservation and profit by Rowan Reid. QUINTESSENTIAL SUMMER MEAL? Salads made from home-grown vegies, with olives, toasted nuts and baked feta. FAVOURITE SUMMER SCENT? Eucalyptus. HOPES FOR 2022? That there’s a big shift in human consciousness to see the link between ourselves and all living creatures – that we are part of the world and not separate. WHAT’S AHEAD FOR YOU? I’m releasing a series of smaller printed portraits of small birds. I’m also working on a major exhibition [Olsen Gallery, Sydney, in October 2022] and beyond that I’ll be travelling to photograph seabirds for an exhibition and book in 2024. #

DISPLAY

Mixed Flock: Noisy Pitta photographic print by Leila Jeffreys, POA, leilajeffreys.com.

SCENT

The distinctive fragrance of Australian eucalyptus. This variety is silver dollar tree (Eucalyptus cinerea).

SIP

Hasami porcelain mugs, $36.50 each, Specified Store; specifiedstore.com.

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Heartwood book by Rowan Reid, $49.95, Melbourne Books.; melbournebooks.com.au

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“Nature stirs the human spirit, allowing us to ask deeper questions.”

Leila, her husband James Roden and their son Vincent, 12, at their happy place and regular early-morning swimming hole, Wylie’s Baths at Sydney’s Coogee Beach.

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Text by Elizabeth Wilson. Photograph by Daniel Cordon.

The finalists Last month, we revealed our Top 50 Rooms, drawn from a vast field of entries nationwide. This month, we bring you the finalists in each category, showcasing the wondrous breadth, originality and design excellence of Australian interiors today. Check out the full showcase and vote for your favourite room at homestolove.com.au/top50vote.

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Kitchens

In contemporary design, the kitchen has become the social epicentre, hardworking powerhouse and showpiece of the home. We were inundated with entries in this category, and the rooms selected in this list of finalists all demonstrate an ease of flow, superlative finishes and a perfect melding of function and beauty. 1 A colossal cast-concrete island is the standout feature of this luminous design by Alexander & Co; alexanderand.co. 2 Interior designer Anna-Carin McNamara’s own kitchen was inspired by her Swedish heritage. Anna. Carin Design Studio; annacarindesign.com.au. 3 An entertainer’s space featuring glamorous mirrored finishes by Doherty Design Studio; dohertydesignstudio.com.au. 4 Elegant and luxe with a cocktail-bar vibe, this kitchen is the handiwork of Greg Natale Design; gregnatale. com. 5 A collaboration between McCluskey Studio and Cera Stribley, this showcase kitchen celebrates both minimalism and fine detailing; mccluskeystudio.com.au and cs-a.com.au. 4

Kitchen styling by Claire Delmar (1), Samantha Deacon (3), Greg Natale (4) & Marsha Golemac (5). Photography by Anson Smart (1, 4), Justin Alexander (2), Derek Swalwell (3), Timothy Kaye (5). Artwork by Matthew Johnson, Olsen Gallery and sculpture yb Anya Pesce, Studio Gallery (3).

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Bathroom styling by Marsha Golemac (1), Leesa O’Reilly (2), Samantha Deacon (3), Greg Natale (5). Photography by Timothy Kaye (1), Dianna Snape (2), Derek Swalwell (3), Mark Roper (4) & Anson Smart (5). Vintage artwork (5).

Bathrooms

Clever spatial planning, luxurious materials and innovative solutions all feature in the shortlisted rooms in our bathrooms category. From moody hues to crisp whites, opulent marble to earthy tiles, and inner-urban glam to farmhouse luxe, the focus is on sumptuous materials, resort-style schemes and rooms with a (spectacular) view. 5

1 Chanelling a Turkish hammam, this bathroom – a collaboration between McCluskey Studio and Cera Stribley – is enveloped in swathes of Turkish marble; mccluskeystudio. com.au and cs-a.com.au. 2 A sunken bath encased by frameless windows with paddock views makes for an unforgettable bathroom by FMD Architects; fmdarchitects.com.au. 3 This bathroom by Doherty Design Studio soaks up the light and its garden views; dohertydesignstudio.com.au. 4 Floor-to-ceiling ocean vistas underline the serenity of this retreat-style room on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road by Rob Mills Architecture & Interiors; robmills.com.au. 5 Designed in the style of a modern palazzo, this Greg Natale Design bathroom abounds in unabashed luxury and glamour; gregnatale.com. >

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Laundries

They are one of the most indispensable rooms in any home, yet laundries have historically languished in the design doldrums. But as the finalists on this page attest, the contemporary laundry is a place with high-impact design credentials, demonstrating a marriage of form and function, and proving that these pragmatic spaces can also be inviting and lovely places. 1 Black marble floors and dark-timber joinery feature in this monochromatic masterpiece by Greg Natale Design; gregnatale.com. 2 Sweet and streamlined, this Euro laundry is the work of Heartly; heartly.com.au. 3 Classic joinery, patterned floor tiles and a gorgeous fabric blind combine to create a space where the homeowners want to spend time. It’s designed by Studio Trio; studiotrio.com.au. 4 A black marble benchtop, aged-brass tapware and terrazzo flooring add polish to a combined laundry/bathroom by The Unlisted Collective; theunlistedcollective.com.

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Laundry styling by Greg Natale (1), Heartly (2), Kate Nixon (3) & Jack Milenkovic/Atelier Lab (4). Photography by Anson Smart (1), Martina Gemmola (2), Maree Homer (3) & Dave Wheeler (4).

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Indoor-outdoor connection Indoor-outdoor styling by Claire Delmar (1, 2), Jack Milenkovic/Atelier Lab (4) & Petra Pantano (5). Photography by Anson Smart (1), Prue Ruscoe (2), Kata Bayer (3), Dave Wheeler (4) & Shannon McGrath (5).

Enhancing the relationship between indoors and out is the mantra of contemporary Australian architecture. It speaks to a desire to open up our homes, maximise light and air flow, and achieve an ease of living. Hard-wearing yet refined materials achieve a kick-your-shoes-off luxury. 1 A seamless link between the dining room and adjacent terrace was at the heart of this renovation by Studio Gestalt and Studio AEM; studiogestalt.com.au and studioaem.com.au. 2 Understated and elegant, this casual living space by Studio Gorman allows the view to shine. studiogorman.com. 3 Sliding glass panels ensure this home by Architecture Saville Isaacs revels in its sublime setting. architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au. 4 A city courtyard provides a leafy outlook and privacy: designed by The Unlisted Collective; theunlistedcollective.com. 5 With dual fireplaces to gather around, this indoor-outdoor room is a year-round success. It’s a collaboration by Tecture and Studio Petra. tecture.com.au and studiopetra.com.au. >

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Bedrooms

Designing a bedroom is all about creating and expressing a sense of personal sanctuary. As each of the finalists here demonstrate, beautiful bedrooms are serene, inviting sleeping zones that also contain autobiographical elements, reflecting the lives of their inhabitants. Dreamy soft furnishings are the finishing touch. 1 A hot-pink acrylic door pops at the entrance to this main bedroom by Doherty Design Studio; dohertydesignstudio.com.au. 2 Louise Walsh Interior Design devised this minimalist room in muted tones; louisewalsh.com.au. 3 Mint-green heron-print wallpaper and a red velvet bedhead are among the rich layers in this design by Greg Natale Design; gregnatale.com. 4 Light, space and respect for original features achieve an elegant, hotel-suite feel by Studio Prineas; studioprineas.com.au.

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Bedroom styling by Samantha Deacon (1) & Greg Natale (3).Photography by Derek Swalwell (1), Anson Smart (2, 3) & Chris Warnes (4). Artwork by Bec Smith, Saint Cloche (4).

Soft furnishings styling by Marsha Golemac (4). Photography by Alicia Taylor (1), Justin Alexander (2), Kate Bowman (3) & Timothy Kaye (4). Artwork by Deborah Paauwe, Greenaway Art Gallery (3).

Use of soft furnishings

The role of textiles, upholstery, floorcoverings and window treatments can never be underestimated. Together, they contribute to the comfort level and visual texture of a room. Walk into a space containing well-considered, beautifully layered pieces and the room will feel ‘right’. They add softness and enhance the mood of a space. 1 Classic lines and treasured items combine in this elegant space by Thomas Hamel & Associates; thomashamel.com. 2 Interior designer Anna Carin McNamara used perfectly placed pieces and layers to connect two cosy but distinct sitting areas. Anna.Carin Design Studio; annacarindesign.com.au. 3 Soft furnishings helped to create a whimsical and feminine bedroom by Sofiaa Interior Design; sofiaa.com.au. 4 Understated contemporary furnishings and a soft palette complement the heritage features of this room, a collaboration by McCluskey Studio and Cera Stribley; mccluskeystudio.com.au and cs-a.com.au. >

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Outdoor rooms

The ultimate expression of inside-out living, the outdoor room opens up and extends the home’s living and entertaining spaces, enticing people outside. At their best, these spaces exude comfort while being connected to greenery and nature.

1 Designed as part of a whole-house renovation by Studio Prineas, this rear deck extends the kitchen and dining spaces into the garden; studioprineas.com.au. 2 A generous dining table, suspended pod, and lush surrounding landscaping combine to create a backyard haven by Mint Pool and Landscape Design and Mil Constructions; mintdesign.net.au and milconstructions.com.au. 3 There’s a choice between a timber-screened cabana or an alfresco dining space in this project by Archaea Architects; archaea.com.au. 4 This poolside room has been converted into a mini hacienda by Katie Sargent Design; katiesargentdesign.com.

Use of colour

Colour can weave a transformative magic. Whether it appears on an entire wall, as a vibrant burst or a delicate sprinkle, colour can elevate a room, providing an element of surprise and creating an uplifting, engaging space. 1 Jewel colours and luxe materials define this flamboyant living space by Greg Natale Design; gregnatale.com. 2 Sage green for the walls, door frame and door provides the drama required for this project by Katie Sargent Design; katiesargentdesign.com. 3 Rosy hues dominate in this art-centred living space by Brooke Aitken Design; brookeaitkendesign.com.au. #

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Outdoor rooms styling by Maz Miz (3). Photography by Chris Warnes (1), Daniel Cordon (2), Sam Noonan (3) & Annette O’Brien (4). Use of colour styling by Greg Natale (1). Photography by Anson Smart (1), Lisa Atkinson (2) & Prue Ruscoe (3). Artworks by Joshua Yeldham, Dean Home, Belinda Fox and Ryan Hoffmann (3).

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Arched steel doors at the end of the hallway signal the wondrous extension of this heritage Melbourne property. Artwork by Petros Koublis. Flos ‘IC’ ceiling light, Euroluce. Barbera Zig Zag console. To see more of this light-filled home, turn the page...

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ALL IS CALM A “modern barn” extension to a heritage home in Melbourne delivered renewed comfort and true joy for its creative owners. STORY Carli Philips | ST Y L I N G Petra Pantano | P HOTO GR A PH Y Shannon McGrath

SITTING ROOM Interior designer

and homeowner Petra Pantano. Formakami JH4 pendant light, Cult Design. Ligne Roset ‘Togo’ sofa, and ‘Oxydation’ table, both Domo. Moroso ‘Net’ table, Hub Furniture. Flos ‘Captain Flint’ floor lamp, Euroluce. Artworks by Carlo Golin (above fireplace) and Greg Wood (on shelf), both Fletcher Arts. Petra worked with friend and art consultant Swee Lim of Swee Design for all art selections. Mariantonia Urru ‘Ormegio’ rug, Halcyon Lake Rugs & Carpets. FACADE Exterior painted Dulux Silkwort with Dulux Vivid White trims. Plant pot, In Good Company. Landscaping by Mud Office.

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fter two years in this “liveable but not great condition” 1880s home in Melbourne’s inner east, Petra Pantano and her husband Filip finally decided the time was right to renovate. The couple have extensive experience and contacts in the building industry: Petra runs her own interior design firm, Studio Petra, while Filip is a licensed builder and manufactures products for the construction industry. Adding architecture firm Tecture into the creative mix, Petra and Filip were confident they would achieve their goal of a larger home that would suit the needs of the whole family, including sons Max, 12, and Will, 10. “The Tecture team presented us with three concepts and we chose one, making very minor changes. They nailed it right from the start,” says Petra. “It was a very smooth process.” The single-fronted property had a typical Victorian floor plan, with boxy rooms either side of a central hallway. To gain the space they needed, Petra and Filip combined a bedroom and bathroom on the right-hand side of the hall to create a comfortable sitting room, and the existing main >

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transition space inside, a built-in bench seat makes a serene reading nook. SITTING ROOM Opposite, top left and bottom right Steel-framed doors, Skyrange Windows. Jot Jot ‘Baba’ occasional chair, Collective. HALLWAY Flos ‘IC’ ceiling light, Euroluce. Barbera Zig Zag console. Artwork by Petros Koublis. Bistre Eterno Piccolo flooring, Tongue N Groove Flooring (throughout).

“A PITCHED ROOF ISN’T SOMETHING THAT WORKS EVERYWHERE, BUT WE FELT IT WORKED WELL IN OUR LEAFY NEIGHBOURHOOD.” Petra Pantano, owner and interior designer

LIVING This page and opposite bottom left Blended bricks, Architectural

Handmade Bricks and Pavers. MDF Italia ‘Cosy’ sofa and Moroso ‘Yumi’ armchairs, all Hub Furniture. Burel cushions, Figgoscope Curates. Curtains by ConnectLife. Flos ‘Taccia’ lamp, Euroluce. Studio Hima ‘Dedu’ coffee table, Collective. Amadi ‘Nypa’ rug, Halcyon Lake Rugs & Carpets. DINING Twentytwentyone ‘Hotaru Buoy’ lantern, Space. Lowe ‘Yencken’ dining table, Hub Furniture. Prostoria ‘Rhomb’ dining chairs, Collective. Polished-concrete flooring. KITCHEN White Fantasy marble (benchtop and splashback), Artedomus. Vibia ‘Tempo 5776’, Koda Lighting. The joinery is American-oak veneer. Cabinet handles, MadeMeasure. Miyazaki stools, Great Dane.

HOUSES H G bedroom converted into a guestroom with smart ensuite. Across the hall, the former living room was converted into a luxurious main bedroom suite. A neighbouring bedroom was co-opted for a walk-in wardrobe, with a spacious ensuite accommodated in an extension. As the hall leads into the extension, changes in ceiling height mark the transition between old and new. Beyond the sitting room is an internal courtyard, study and powder room to the right, and a stairwell leading to the first floor and laundry on the left. At this juncture, the house opens up to a generous kitchen/dining/living zone which connects to the pool area and beautifully landscaped garden. Upstairs are two bedrooms for the boys and a family room. A heritage overlay meant restoration was the only option for the characterful facade, but there were no such restrictions on the existing extension, which was lopped off and replaced with a more voluminous addition. Petra says the brief was for a “modern barn”, which they achieved with a 5.5-metre gabled ceiling and a robust materials mix, including brick, American-oak veneer, polished concrete and V-groove panelling. With the architecture ticked off, Petra began finessing the interior details – a smooth process since she was both the client and designer. “The architecture has quite strong elements – sharp angles, black-framed doors >

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Colorbond cladding in Monument. Blended bricks, Architectural Handmade Bricks and Pavers. Escea outdoor fireplace, Waldron Heating & Cooling. Trace sofa, Tait. Filip and his father made the dining table, which Petra designed. Dining chairs, Freedom. Side table, AJAR Furniture & Design. Beanbag, Collective. Claremont limestone pavers, Better Exteriors. Pool by Enki Pools.

“THE REAR ELEVATION IS QUITE A STATEMENT. YOU CAN FULLY APPRECIATE IT WHEN YOU ARE IN THE POOL OR OUTSIDE.” Petra Pantano

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FESTIVE SPIRIT “I just love Christmas,” says Petra. “Every year, I have a gorgeous wreath made out of fresh pine on my front door. I love the smell of fresh pine, it reminds me of Christmases with my family in Europe when I was young. I have collected a lot of decorations over the years – some I always use, but I tend to pick an overall colour scheme. My house is usually ﬁlled with lots of fresh ﬂowers and I also have a willow nativity set that I put out every year.” >

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MAIN BEDROOM Formakami

JH5 pendant light by Jaime Hayon for &Tradition, Cult Design. Pianca ‘Piumotto’ bed, Collective. Artwork by Valerie Sparks. MAIN ENSUITE Opposite, top right and bottom left Claybrook ‘Evolve’ bath,

Rogerseller. Icon bath mixer with hand shower and Assemble basin mixer, Mary Noall. Elba marble vanity top and splashback, Fjord floor tiles and Inax ‘Sairin’ wall tiles, all Artedomus. Towel, Loom Towels. MAIN WARDROBE Custom American-oak veneer joinery by Paradise Kitchen Cabinets. Formakami JH4 pendant light by Jaime Hayon for &Tradition, Cult Design. Wall sculpture by Clementine Maconachie. Ligne Roset ‘Ploum’ pouf, Domo.

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and windows, raw brick – which can look quite stark,” she says. “To soften those elements, I introduced American-oak joinery and upholstery in natural fibres to create an overall sense of calm.” She also deferred to her friend, art consultant and designer Swee Lim of Swee Design, for advice on adorning the walls. Because the couple had already flipped five houses, they were conscious of not overcapitalising. Petra’s top tip for keeping the budget in check without sacrificing quality? “Use materials where they have the most benefit,” she says. “Here, we kept the more expensive timber veneer for the communal spaces and used 2-pack joinery in the boys’ rooms, which aren’t on show.” The other mindful decision made to big effect was the Formakami pendant lights by Jaime Hayon for &Tradition. “They are a modern take on a classic Asian paper lantern and were the perfect pick. They come in different shapes and sizes and we put them in all four of the original rooms for a continuous flow to the rest of the house. They are simple and beautiful, with a materiality that complements the period features.” With their industry knowledge, the couple projectmanaged the build and the whole project only took >

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STAIRWELL Storage is built into the space under the stairs. Artwork by Paul Barbera, Fletcher Arts. Jot Jot ‘Baba’ footstool, Collective. SON’S WARDROBE/ENSUITE Lexi wall sconce, Cedar & Moss. Vanity finished

in Dulux Mangrove. Leather pulls, MadeMeasure. Towel, Loom Towels. Eames ‘House Bird’, Living Edge. Panda figurine, In Good Company SON’S BEDROOM Bedhead, Figgoscope Curates. Bedlinen, Abode Living. Dedu occasional tables, Collective. Menu ‘Reverse’ table lamp, In Good Company. Monkey by Kay Bojesen, Great Dane. Pendant light, Aura Home. Zeus wool carpet in New Silver, Whitecliffe Imports.

nine months. “Filip likes to make quick decisions but I like to think of every possible option to make sure it’s the right one,” says Petra. “We’re opposites when it comes to that.” The biggest hold-up was a mature tree that was wreaking havoc with the neighbour’s storm water drains. “The council didn’t want us to remove the tree but it was so big you could see it from space!” says Petra. Once they overcame that obstacle (the council eventually relented), even Covid-related lockdowns didn’t make too much of a dent in the timeline. “Because of Filip’s construction background, he knows how to run projects but we also did a lot of manual labour ourselves. Whether it was digging a trench, sourcing materials, or organising trades, we all worked really hard # on this house,” says Petra. And it shows. Studio Petra, Brighton, Victoria; studiopetra.com.au. Tecture, Collingwood, Victoria; (03) 9417 2854 or tecture.com.au. Swee Design, Malvern East, Victoria; sweedesign.com.au.

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9 1 &Tradition ‘Formakami JH4’ pendant light, $410, Cult Design. 1 Vitra ‘House Bird’ figurine by Charles and Ray Eames, from $380, Space. 3 Wire Drop Christmas ornaments by Kurt S. Adler, $55/pair, Amara. 4 The City Gardener book by Richard Unsworth, $50, Living by Design. 5 Magnolia Leaf garland (130cm), $76, Amara. 6 In Landscpaes: Benoite photographic print by Petros Koublis, POA, Petros Koublis Photography. 7 Kaldewei ‘Meisterstuck Classic Duo’ freestanding bath, $6915, Harvey Norman. 8 Florida-Max sunlounger, $899, Remarkable Outdoor Living. 9 Viccarbe ‘Giro’ side table by Pedro Paulo Venzon, POA, Hub Furniture. 10 Neff N45 automatic built-in coffee machine, $4699, Harvey Norman. 11 Brian’s Song sculpture by Dan Murphy, $2200, Greg Natale. 12 Iggy and Lou Lou amphora vase, $275, Bed Threads. For Where to Buy, see page 190.

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The unassuming facade of this cottage in Sydney’s inner west offers few clues to the design magic beyond the front door. STO RY Judy Pascoe | ST Y L I N G Alexandra Gordon | PH OTO GRA PHY Justin Alexander

KITCHEN/DINING The kitchen and dining are part of a new

pavilion linked to the old cottage by a courtyard. Glassware and cutlery, The Bay Tree. K.H. Wurtz dinnerware, Ondene. B&B Italia ‘Jens’ stools, Space. Lights, D-Lighting. Bosch ‘Series 6’ oven, LG ‘GF-B590PL’ refrigerator, Franke ‘Verona’ mixer tap and Zip ‘HydroTap G4’ tap, all Harvey Norman. Carrara marble benchtop, Surface Studio. Spotted-gum flooring, Sydney Timber Supplies (throughout). EXTERIOR Garden by Black Shadow Gardens.

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FESTIVE SPIRIT Tony and Corinne are excited to be hosting Christmas lunch this year. “The build was such a family affair so it will be really nice to have family ﬁll the house and see them enjoy the space after all their hard work and support,” says Corinne. The silver birch in the central courtyard, which has thrived and ﬂourished through spring, is now covered with leafy foliage, “so we’ll decorate that as our Christmas tree”.

LIVING Gubi ‘TS’ coffee table and Lampadaire Droit floor lamp by Serge Mouille, both Cult Design. An existing sofa is dressed with scatter cushions from Tigger Hall Design. Cane armchair, Parterre. Sculpture, The Vault Sydney. Bowls, Ondene. Vase, Hub Furniture. Mot Juste artwork by Michael Cusack, Olsen Gallery. DINING No.18 and No.811 Hoffmann dining chairs, all Thonet. The dining table is part of the owners’ existing collection. Suspension light, D-Lighting. Candlestick, Montmartre Store. K.H. Wurtz dinnerware, Ondene. Nanimarquina ‘Capas 1’ rug, Cult Design.

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hile Corinne Maluccio was enjoying her hens’ party in 2016, she didn’t realise her future husband Tony was off buying their first home. The single-storey Victorian-era semi in Sydney’s inner west had sat abandoned for about 16 years and was in need of a makeover. Fortunately, Tony is a residential architect – and the founder of Dacca Group – and his father and brother are builders, so they helped to make the house liveable for the couple to move in. Corinne and Tony made a few improvements here and there while devising a much more ambitious renovation to the property, a process lasting three years. They were meticulous with the planning and detailing. “We wanted a house that referenced the original style with a contemporary overlay,” says Corinne. Maximising natural light was essential, as was utilising every available part of the 158-square-metre block. “We made sure we were both clear on the feeling we were trying to create before we started the process,” she says. “Once we’d settled on the concept, we were able to constantly reference that in making design decisions.” Life was busy during the renovation – the couple welcomed two babies, Emile, now four, and Matilde, 21 months, and started their business. But their vision and enthusiasm for the property never wavered, despite Covidrelated shutdowns and supply issues with the doors. The house presents as a cute and compact heritage cottage but, inside, a comprehensive and polished renovation has brought it into a new era. Two separate pavilions are linked via concertina doors to a small central courtyard, which allows light and sun to flow through. >

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bowl, all Ondene. Menu ‘JWDA’ table lamp, Top3 by Design. Still life by Fernand Jeanneau, The Vault Sydney. BATHROOM Victoria+Albert ‘York’ bath, Astra Walker ‘Olde English’ bath tapware, Phoenix ‘Festival’ basin tapware and Forme heated towel ladder, all Harvey Norman. Tiles and Carrara marble benchtop, Surface Studio. Towel, Montmartre Store. NURSERY &Tradition ‘Little Petra’ chair, Cult Design. 1940s table lamp, The Vault Sydney. Star cushion and mushroom, Montmartre Store. Winter Scene artwork by Noah Taylor, Olsen Gallery. Owners’ existing rug. >

“WE LIKE TO LIE IN BED AT NIGHT AND LOOK AT THE MOON.”

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A study, bathroom and living area are located on the ground floor of the first pavilion, with a bedroom in the attic space above. The second pavilion contains the kitchen and dining space downstairs and two bedrooms and a bathroom upstairs. Each pavilion is serviced by a separate staircase. Beyond the second pavilion is a covered alfresco area, a larger courtyard and a studio. All the rooms feel generous and open thanks to the high ceilings, integrated floor-to-ceiling joinery and the spotted gum flooring that runs throughout. The living room ceiling is lined with exposed timber beams salvaged from an office renovation. Along with the painted original brick wall, this room acknowledges the home’s history. Corinne was keen to inject some French flair, so iron balustrading was selected for the staircase and dormer windows for the upstairs bedrooms that open to a rooftop garden. Reeded glass in the lower double-hung window panes affords privacy while allowing natural light to stream in. “This meant we could have oversized windows, and as the upper pane is clear, the view of the trees and sky is unobscured,” says Corinne. Despite the contemporary update, the couple were keen to reference the history. As a nod to the brickworks that had been a key industry in the suburb, they clad the courtyard in brown barrel bricks and laid brick flooring to link the pavilions. “We wanted to acknowledge the traditional elements of the original structure and the Victorian style in the windows, the brickwork and facade, but treat them in a contemporary way,” says Tony. The sunny, low-maintenance courtyard is a drawcard and Tony and Corinne called on a friend who runs Black Shadow Gardens landscape design. “We had a minimal area to plant anything but the greenery has been maximised with lots of layering and cool species,” says Corinne. With the hard work behind them, the family is enjoying all the benefits of their meticulous planning. “It’s important to be sensitive to the building’s original character when renovating, and to the site’s context,” says Corinne. “We’re not concerned with trends and have decorated slowly with pieces we love. Thinking about the experiences you want in a home, and designing in such a way that sets the stage for those experiences, is the most important thing.” # Dacca Group, Erskineville, NSW; 0405 201 700 or daccagroup.com.au. Black Shadow Gardens, Hardys Bay, NSW; @blackshadowgardens.

STUDY Nau ‘Chameleon’ desk and Lampe Tripode table lamp

by Serge Mouille, both Cult Design. No 811 Hoffmann chair, Thonet. Burnt Banksia #3 artwork by Laura Jones, Olsen Gallery. Pewter plate, The Bay Tree. STUDIO Table and pots, Parterre. Tolix stool, Thonet.

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9 1 Hive vase in Citrus, $180, Mud Australia. 2 Renaissance Red dinnerware, $349/5-piece place setting, Wedgwood. 3 Zephyr Triple Alabaster pendant light, $2195, Coco Republic. 4 Aalvar Aalto vase in Cranberry, $349, Iittala. 5 Henley Chevron dining table, $3570, Contents International Design. 6 Kado Lux freestanding bath, $1890, Reece. 7 Carrière Frères ‘Festive’ candle, $139/set of 3, Libertine Parfumerie. 8 Agra rug in Duchess (2.4x3m), $4500, Armadillo. 9 Polo tote, $499, Ralph Lauren. 10 Kandos 3-seater sofa, $3499, Provincial Home Living. 11 Azucena Monachella floor lamp, POA, Space. For Where to Buy, see page 190.

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TIME TO SHINE The renovation plan began with thoughts of a pool, but reconsidering the interior helped this Sydney home reach its full potential. STO RY Jackie Brygel | ST Y L I N G Olga Lewis | P H OTOG R APHY Tom Ferguson

HOUSES H G DINING Aqua Creations ‘ToTeM’ pendant

lights, Enlightened Living. Custom Otway dining table and Karm dining chairs, Cosh Living. Platter, Dinosaur Designs. Linen curtain fabric, Westbury Textiles. Engineered American-oak flooring in White Smoke, Woodcut (throughout). ENTRY HALL Artwork by Belinda Fox, Arthouse Gallery. Vase and platter, Dinosaur Designs. Sideboard, Zuster.

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KITCHEN V-groove joinery painted Dulux

Dieskau. Cabinet handles, Lo&Co. Miele appliances. Filtered water tap, Zip. Kitchen mixer, Brodware. Hay ‘Revolver’ stools, Cult Design. Talostone benchtop in Calacatta Luxe. Island bench finished in Eveneer Clear Oak. Artwork by Octavia Tomyn.

hanks to an inspired inside-out transformation, every corner of this family home in Sydney’s inner west now cleverly harmonises style and functionality. But the home’s meticulous makeover did not begin as a top-to-toe overhaul. Far from it, in fact. As the homeowner reveals, the initial works focused solely on the outdoors. “It all started with putting a pool in, which set us thinking about building a cabana to go with it,” she says. “Before long, we were rethinking pretty much every surface inside the house too, from the floors to the walls and everything in between!” The owners – parents to three teenagers – bought the property as a knockdown-rebuild opportunity about 15 years ago. Set on a 450-square-metre corner block opposite a park and with bay views, the two-storey house ticked all the boxes in terms of size and location. What it lacked was personality. “We lived relatively simply for about 14 years,” says the owner. “The interior was quite neutral, but everything was a bit plain in terms of the furnishings. With everyone home a lot more during Covid, we really noticed that. And since the kids are now teenagers, it seemed like the perfect time for a whole-house refresh.” Enlisting the services of interior designer Linda Habak, the owners had no doubt they were in expert hands. “I knew of Linda through our local community,” says the owner. “I appreciated the fact that even though Linda is very creative and has real knowledge of the art of design, she is also > AUSTRALIAN HOUSE & GARDEN |

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a mother of teenagers so she has a very good understanding of the need for practicality in a family home.” For Linda, working her magic on every domain in the house was a joy. “I lived in a neighbouring street 10 years ago, so I know the area very well,” she says. “My first thought walking into the existing home was ‘potential and light’. The owners wanted a ‘grown-up’ house that reflected their personalities, interests and family needs.” Ideas were put down on paper, then the owners watched on as they took shape over the following 12 months with the help of construction company, Ferrocon. Light and space now permeates every corner of the home, with a luxe but pared-back materials palette and walls in crisp Dulux Lexicon Quarter allowing vibrant works of art, statement lighting and key furniture pieces to claim the spotlight. “The owners’ love of colour and art needed a harmonious palette to allow the art space to breathe,” says Linda.

“Our choices for material and colour selections were all made with this in mind. Layering textures and tones adds warmth to the home in a deliberate and curated way to ensure the home feels sophisticated and inviting.” And that it surely does. Overlooking the street, a stylish formal living room awaits, with the elegant dining room showcasing a bespoke table from Cosh Living. At the centre of the house, a double-height void and expanses of glass flood the kitchen with natural light. Nearby, stairs lead to the sleeping zones, bathrooms and study nook. At the rear of the house, the family’s core chill-out space adjoins the garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. “It’s a very open, light-filled home,” says the owner. “Even though it’s quite a large house, we all feel very connected. The kids each had their say in how they wanted their spaces to come to life, so everyone was involved in > the process.”

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LIVING Harper the bordoodle, a recent

addition to the family, has claimed a comfortable leather pouf from Jardan for herself. The existing armchairs and Pepper stool/side table are also from Jardan. Arc Nordic floor lamp, Great Dane. Agra rug, Armadillo. The chimneybreast is clad in cedar battens sourced by the builder. Fireplace, Lopi Fireplaces Australia. The wall-side bench is finished in Talostone Superwhite. Sculpture by Tracey Lamb from Curatorial+Co.

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“ THE HOME IS A WONDERFUL SHOWCASE OF T H E B E S T AU S T R A L I A N D E S I G N E R S , A RT I S T S A N D M A K E R S .” L I N D A H A B A K , I N T E R I O R D E S I G N E R

MAIN BEDROOM SUITE This page and opposite The generous main bedroom suite includes a study nook (above right), walk-in wardrobe and ensuite as well as restful sleeping quarters. Wall lights, Articolo Lighting. Bed and bedside tables, all Jardan. Society Limonta bedlinen, Ondene. Artworks by Claire Brodie (this image), Belinda Fox (above right) and Belynda Henry (opposite). Arana chair and ottoman, Jardan. Side table, Dinosaur Designs. Joinery by New Age Joinery. Desk lamp, stylist’s own. Existing desk chair. >

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FESTIVE SPIRIT Given the length and severity of lockdowns, many Australians are particularly looking forward to getting together with loved ones this Christmas. And this family is no exception. As the homeowner says: “We usually have an open house at Christmas time, sharing lots of good food and wine with extended family and friends. It certainly feels more important than ever to do that this year, after being in lockdown for so many months, and will be cherished by us all.”

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Also pleasing to all is that the furnishings were sourced predominantly from Australian design companies – notably Jardan, Zuster, Grazia & Co and Articolo Lighting. The talents of Australian artists are displayed throughout too, including evocative works by Louise Olsen, Belinda Fox, Belynda Henry and Rachel Castle. “The home is a wonderful showcase of the best of Australian designers, artists and makers,” says Linda. “The art curation was such a highlight. Each piece tells a story, and was selected not only for its visual power but its resonance with the owners.” As transformational as the interiors are, though, the home presents as anything but ostentatious. This is an unpretentious house that feels inviting for both adults and teenagers – not to mention the family’s newest member, their adored ‘Covid puppy’, Harper. “We adopted our puppy last year, and she’s settled in very well,” says the owner with a smile. “She’s already claimed the big leather ottoman in the front living room as her own. We all love it here.” > And that makes for a dream home indeed. Linda Habak Design, Rosebery, NSW; lindahabakdesign. com.au. Ferrocon, Five Dock, NSW; (02) 9712 2273 or ferrocon.com.au.

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING AND POOL AREA Summer chair

and Ellis ottomans, Grazia & Co. Mix 850 firepit, EcoSmart Fire. Custom skylight by Ferrocon. Banquette cushion in Westbury Textiles ‘Veranda’ fabric. Battens, Covet Australia. Pavers, Rocks On. Pool by Pacific Pools. Outdoor shower, Robert Plumb.

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THE PALET TE Dulux Lexicon Quarter (interior walls, throughout)

LAUNDRY Inax ‘Yohen Border’ wall tiles, Artedomus. Talostone benchtop in Calacatta

Luxe. V-groove joinery finished in Dulux Dieskau. Cabinet pulls, MadeMeasure. Manhattan tapware, Brodware. MAIN ENSUITE Above right and right Inax ‘Yohen Border’ wall tiles, Artedomus. Wall light, Articolo Lighting. Mirror, West Elm. Tapware, Brodware. Shard basin, Just Bathroomware. Caesarstone Fresh Concrete benchtop. Barcelona bath, Victoria+Albert. Terrazzo tiles, Fibonacci Stone.

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1 Australian House & Garden faux eucalypt, berry and pinecone garland, $60, Myer. 2 Saucer Crisscross Bubble pendant by George Nelson, from $680, Living Edge. 3 Cigar Crisscross Bubble pendant by George Nelson, from $685, Living Edge. 4 Ball Crisscross Bubble pendant by George Nelson, from $685, Living Edge. 5 La Mer ‘The Rejuvenating Rituals Collection’ skincare set, $570, Mecca Cosmetica. 6 Allia planter, $235, Coco Republic. 7 Ledin Mirage wall mirror, $339, Harvey Norman. 8 Cards for Keeps journal, $39.95, The Iconic. 9 Revised Amberley low sideboard (200x49x74cm), $17,210, Space. 10 Pebble vase in Shell Pink, $650, Dinosaur Designs. 11 Hay ‘Hee’ lounge chair, $480, Cult Design. 12 Pomponette Champagne coupes, $119/pair, Maison Balzac. 13 Harper

armchair, from $2944, Jardan. For Where to Buy, see page 190. #

COURTYARD Sika Design ‘Paris’ lounge chair and ‘George’ dining

table, Domo. Hay ‘Palissade’ dining chairs, Cult Design. Reclaimed bricks, Barefoot Living. Plant pots by landscaper Marcia Hosking. DINING Cavoodle Blinky enjoys a moment on the banquette. Gervasoni ‘Croco 96’ pendants by Paola Navone, Anibou. Hoffmann 811 dining chairs, Thonet. Custom H Stretcher dining table, Camargue. Designs of the Time Atohi banquette fabric, Mokum. Plantation shutters by builder, Bradstreet Building. Chamoisse oak floorboards Tongue N Groove Flooring (throughout).

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ECL EC T IC SOU L Modern and classic elements come together effortlessly and cohesively in this Sydney semi, reﬂecting the easy rapport between the owner and designer. STORY Chris Pearson | STY LI N G Louise Walsh | P H OTO GRA PH Y Maree Homer

KITCHEN This page and opposite top right Island benchtop and splashback in Calacatta Vagli

marble, Artedomus. Wall-side benchtop in Quantum Quartz Alpine White. Joinery in Dulux Grey Pebble Half (wall side) and Dulux Teahouse (island). Gessi ‘Just’ sink and Barazza cooktop, Abey. Rangehood, Qasair. BUTLER’S PANTRY Opposite top left The butler’s pantry is discreetly hidden behind a pocket door. Sika Design ‘Charles’ stool, Domo. Walls painted Dulux Grey Baron. HALL Storage is tucked into every available nook and cranny. These American oak-veneer units feature Bazel handles from Kethy. Gubi ‘Bestlite BL5 wall lamp, Cult Design. Idaho side table, Papaya.

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“ T H E T H O U G H T F U L D E TA I L I N G T H R O U G H O U T, PA RT I C U L A R LY T H E J O I N E RY, G I V E S T H E H O M E A R E A L LY L U X U R I O U S F E E L .” H O M E O W N E R

nterior designer Louise Walsh and the owner of this semi on Sydney’s Lower North Shore were so simpatico that they separately searched for a fabric that reflected the owner’s Indian heritage – and returned with the same swatch. Now their synergy is celebrated in a stylish, but quirky, bedhead that’s as individual as the house itself. “Louise showed me a swatch of the most gorgeous Jane Churchill fabric and, astoundingly, it was the same one I had in my bag and was going to show her,” says the owner. “We were always on the same wavelength.” When she bought the home in 2012, she was drawn to the leafy neighbourhood – great for raising her son, now 11 – the level block and the north-facing rear. “But the house was dark and poky, with no storage, and an outdoor laundry, which drove me insane in winter!” she says. Sadly, too, it was closed up at the back, with just a back door and small window, which shunned the northern light. She and Louise met through a mutual friend and the two had instant rapport. “I mentioned how hard it was to find an architect I could connect and communicate with,” says the owner. “She suggested that I consider her to redesign the space internally as well as the handle the decoration. I loved her aesthetic, so I knew > she would be right for me.” AUSTRALIAN HOUSE & GARDEN |

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On the wish list were an internal laundry and a second bathroom, but extending upwards or too far out into the garden were no-nos. “I also wanted a light and practical home, some luxuries like heated towel rails and floors, and as much storage as possible – I can’t bear clutter,” says the owner. While architect Ben Gray masterminded an addition to accommodate the kitchen and dining area, and a standalone studio beyond, Louise began reconfiguring the rooms within the tight existing footprint – the brickwork at the front was subject to a conservation order so that had to stay. She gutted the interior and shifted the front door closer to the centre of the house. Now, the two bedrooms at the front are contained in a private wing, while the communal zones occupy the rear. Space-saving tricks, such as pocket doors, rounding the corners of joinery and a banquette in the kitchen, make everything appear larger. The island is a modest 80 centimetres deep, but who would think it, with that soaring ceiling above? “Louise managed to fit in everything I requested into a small footprint and then made it look and feel larger – she’s a magician,” says the owner. For the decoration, the owner presented Louise with a Mulberry cardholder in bottle green. “She was after a sense of calm, with greenery and the garden to feel part of the interiors, combining lots of layers and eclectic pieces.” The brief was modern yet classic, with “a bit of a plantation feel and some French farmhouse” thrown in. The last was achieved with a cast-iron firebox, Provençal dining table, and pavers sourced from a French quarry.

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While the palette is a nod to that Mulberry green, with wisps of reds and pinks on a neutral base, texture features throughout: wicker pendants over the dining table; marble in the kitchen a wool and silk rug in the living room; chenille, linens and wallpaper in the joinery units... All the while mixing and matching patterns and plains. “It’s playful and relaxed, looking as if it has been gathered over time,” says Louise. The furniture selection is equally eclectic in style, as well as lightweight and versatile so the owner can move things around when she entertains. The footprint may be modest, but the home makes a big impact. “My favourite element is the thoughtful detailing throughout, particularly the joinery,” says the owner. “It really does give it a luxurious feel. I love the use of different textures and materials, especially in my bedroom, which is such a beautiful, warm, cosy space.” But she is just as enthusiastic about the more public spaces, which, thanks to both Louise and Ben, belie the home’s physical dimensions. “The kitchen is like a light-filled cathedral, with a beautiful outlook to the garden,” she says. “Although the house is a semi, when you walk here, you think you are in a freestanding house.” Louise echoes that view. “I am drawn to all the light from the skylights and the windows behind the banquette,” she says. > “And the whole house feels so refined, but also homely.” Louise Walsh, Lennox Head, NSW; (02) 6687 5010 or louisewalsh.com.au. Ben Gray Architect, Byron Bay, Sydney and Kangaroo Valley, NSW; bengrayarchitect.com.

HOUSES H G LIVING This page Sika Design ‘Monet’ lounge chair, Domo. Idaho side

table, Papaya. Pask Pharmacy floor lamp, The Montauk Lighting Co. Radiante fireplace, Cheminées Philippe. Italian Grey Tumbled marble tiles, Teranova. Granite hearth. STUDIO Opposite The studio provides another entertaining space plus additional accommodation. Tripi storage sofa bed, Innovation Living. Existing side table. Pacific flatweave rug, Bayliss Rugs. Pools & Palms photograph, Stuart Cantor Photography. Custom joinery by O D’Mello Joinery. Builder Deluxe fan, Hunter Fans. Eucalyptus lime paint, Bauwerk Colour. Reclaimed bricks, Barefoot Living.

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H G HOUSES COURTYARD The garden, designed by Marcia

Hosking, is a pocket paradise, to be enjoyed from the studio, as well as from the house itself. George extension table, Domo. Hay ‘Palissade’ dining chairs, Cult Design. Reclaimed European brick pavers, Barefoot Living. Pots, Marcia Hosking. Lucia sink mixer (in studio), Abey.

FESTIVE SPIRIT This Christmas, the owner and her son will host a family lunch with her parents, her brother and his son. “I envisage drinks at the garden table, then a sit-down lunch inside – seafood and salads – followed by lounging in the outdoor studio to watch the kids play table tennis.” Before the big day, trimming the Christmas tree with her son is a favourite ritual. “We invite his friends over to make it extra fun. We bake cookies beforehand to eat while decorating.” >

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“ I L OV E T H E U S E O F D I F F E R E N T T E X T U R E S A N D M AT E R I A L S , E S P E C I A L LY I N M Y B E D R O O M , W H I C H I S S U C H A B E AU T I F U L , WA R M , C O SY S PAC E .” O W N E R MAIN BEDROOM Jane Churchill for Colefax and

Fowler ‘Kashmir Garden’ fabric, Domus Textiles. Cleveland bedside table by Cameron Foggo, Project 82. Gubi ‘Bestlite BL7’ wall sconce, Cult Design. Bisonhome vase, HK Edit. Bungalow rug, Bayliss Rugs. Bedlinen, In the Sac. Blanket, Bemboka. Custom cushion by Louise Walsh. Walls painted Porter’s Paints Blue Spruce. MAIN BATHROOM Above right Italian Grey Tumbled wall tiles, Teranova. Custom mirror and joinery designed by Louise Walsh, made by O D’Mello Joinery. Il Fanale Etoile wall light, LightCo. Quantum Quartz benchtop in Alpine White. Vanity in Dulux Teahouse. City Stik tapware, Brodware. ENSUITE Right Amiata freestanding bath with custom exterior finish in Dulux Teahouse, Victoria+Albert. City Stik tapware, Brodware. Italian Grey Tumbled floor tiles, Teranova. Plantation shutters, Bradstreet Building.

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Dulux Snowy Mountains Half (dining area)

Dulux Teahouse (kitchen island, bathroom vanity)

Porter’s Paints Blue Spruce (main bedroom)

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1 Boule trinket bowl, $440, Greg Natale. 2 Vera Wang ‘With Love’ toasting flutes, $149/pair, Wedgwood. 3 Andersen 3-seater sofa, $2499, Freedom. 4 Vintage Indian iron planter, $550, Water Tiger. 5 Palissade chair, $450, Hay. 6 Onishi Vase #21.040 vase by Kerryn Levy, $680, Curatorial+Co. 7 Aerin ‘Karl’ gold dice, $295/set of 4, Palmer & Penn. 8 Westinghouse 5-burner cooktop, $779, Harvey Norman. 9 Zivah throw, $195, Coco Republic. 10 Sika Design ‘Paris’ lounger by Arne Jacobsen, $2595, Domo. For Where to Buy, see page 190. #

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Hugging a centrally positioned swimming pool, the interiors of this Melbourne family home pick up on its wonderfully watery outlook. STO RY Laura Barry | PH OTO GR A P H Y Martina Gemmola

HOUSES H G KITCHEN “The kitchen has a great layout, with

plenty of drawers and cupboards, and a butler’s pantry,” says homeowner Tiffany. Cabinetry is a blend of Eco Timber charred battens (island), two-pack polyurethane in Dulux Silkwort (lower right), Ventech veneer in Ebon (upper right) and Duropal in Cinnamon Oak (bar nook). Benchtops in Caesarstone Airy Concrete. Splashbacks in Sareen marble from Signorino. Stools, owners’ existing.

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DINING A striking Xavier Lust ‘Confluence’ dining table is surrounded by Softline ‘Karm’ chairs, all from Collective. Hanging above the table is a Weplight ‘Renata 80’ pendant light from Enlightened Living. Hekke engineered-timber boards, Tongue N Groove Flooring. KITCHEN Opposite, left

Hanging over the island is an Archier ‘Highline’ pendant light. The island’s base features charred battens from Eco Timber while the black upper cabinets are Ventech veneer in Ebon. Sareen marble splashback, Signorino. Mixer tap, Brodware. BAR NOOK Opposite, right Marble from Signorino also stars in the built-in bar area. Glasses, Hay. Jug, Royal Doulton. Booker artwork by Katie Wyatt from Bluethumb.

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“ T H E O W N E R S WA N T E D A N I M P R E S S I V E LY E L E G A N T A N D B O L D D E S I G N T H AT W O U L D I N V I T E R E L A X AT I O N A N D S U I T T H E I R B U SY FA M I LY P E R F E C T LY.”

ometimes an internet search can deliver gold – and that was certainly the case for homeowners Tiffany and Jonathan, who in 2016 discovered this 1920s gem south-east of Melbourne’s CBD. From the minute they clicked on the property to take a look, they were captivated by its beautiful facade, tree-lined street and enviable location. The house is set back substantially from the street on its 687-square-metre block, allowing lots of space for a welcoming front garden. “We purchased the house knowing it required quite a lot of work,” says Tiffany. “Living in it for about a year prior to renovating helped us to confirm exactly what needed to happen to improve the utility and feel of the house.” Once renovation plans had been drawn up and a builder was appointed, Tiffany and Jonathan contacted Mikayla Rose at interior design firm Heartly. Her job was to help them create a home perfectly tailored to them and their four children – James,

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19, Zac, 17, Samuel, 13, and Heidi, 11 – plus their dog, Frankie, a ‘beaglier’ (a beagle and cavalier King Charles spaniel cross). “We worked with Jonathan and Tiffany to review the building design through an interiors lens,” says Mikayla. “We set out to ensure the structure and interiors would be harmonious. The interior design process took about three months and the renovation happened over a period of 10 months.” The owners came to Heartly with “very good taste and a strong vision of what they love in a home”, she says, but they also knew they could use some assistance in sucessfully pulling all their favoured design details together. “They wanted an impressively elegant and bold design that would invite relaxation and suit their busy family perfectly,” says Mikayla. Adds Tiffany: “It was important that we retain the facade and original features of the home, but we wanted the new areas to be light filled and large enough for the six of us.” Soaring ceilings were high on the wish list, as was making the most > AUSTRALIAN HOUSE & GARDEN |

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LIVING A vibrant painting by Belynda Henry pops against the walls, which are painted

Dulux Vivid White (throughout). Sareen marble from Signorino is used as a feature beneath the Jetmaster fire. Joinery by Creative Design Cabinets. Kelly armchair and Bandy side table from Jardan. Rug from Halcyon Lake Rugs & Carpets.

“ W E WA N T E D T H E N E W A R E A S TO B E L I G H T- F I L L E D A N D L A R G E E N O U G H F O R T H E S I X O F U S .”

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Dulux Silkwort (kitchen joinery)

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FESTIVE SPIRIT Jonathan and Tiffany kept their family and friends well apprised of the renovation as it was being carried out, so this festive season the couple is keen to share the fruits of their labour with those they couldn’t see throughout the year. “We’re looking forward to enjoying the festive season outdoors with the barbecue on and Champagne ﬂowing,” says Tiffany. “Hopefully we’ll have unlimited time together with friends and family. After all, that’s what Christmas is about.” >

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LIVING A generous King ‘Zaza’ sofa offers maximum family comfort, with the Sareen marble joinery by Creative Design Cabinets extending around the room to provide overflow seating. A Softline ‘Maya Sled’ chair from Collective is positioned by the custom-built study nook. Both artworks are by Belynda Henry. BATHROOM The vanity and mirror are custom designs by Heartly, made by Creative Design Cabinets using Duropal laminate in Cinnamon Oak. Sareen marble and Shanghai Iron floor tiles, all Signorino. Aveo RS12 bath, Kaskade Stone Baths & Basins. Tapware, Phoenix Tapware. Wall lights, Lighting Collective. Square mosaic wall tiles in Blush, Academy Tiles+Surfaces. >

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THE LAYOUT Ground ﬂoor First ﬂoor Entry

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of the north-facing living areas and backyard. The renovation retained the broad original hallway, main bedroom suite and formal living room, and saw the house sited to maximise views of the pool throughout – it now serves as a backdrop to the entry, ground-floor bathroom and the open-plan living space. The entry hall wraps around the generous kitchen, living and dining zone, then leads to a laundry, powder room, parents’ retreat, and Heidi’s bedroom and ensuite. Upstairs is the family room, a bedroom for each of the three sons, a bathroom and study. “The building designer very cleverly focused on the centrally located pool,” says Mikayla. “So we drew upon this element when we were planning the interior design – layering materials and shapes, and designing interior details with the water views informing the palette.” Tiffany and Jonathan also had a clear idea of the finishing touches they wanted: “A little gold here and there, some marble, wood, dark cabinetry and blush-pink tiles thrown in for good measure – we think it works!”

MAIN BEDROOM The artwork, Foggy Morning II

by Michelle Keighley, sets a moody tone in the bedroom. Elmview carpet in Northern Sky, Victoria Carpets. Curtains in Kyoto Mist fabric from James Dunlop Textiles. Fritz Hansen ‘P1’ pendant light, Cult Design. Bedlinen, Jardan.

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The neutral yet playful palette is very much based on hues found in the pool and garden, with the soft tones and natural surfaces punctuated by bright artworks and accessories bursting with energy. Charred timber, venetian plaster, aged brass, natural stone, timber veneer, leather and glass all play an important role in the structure of the interiors, with one layered upon another to create depth and personality. “Subtle curves are repeated throughout the interior, including in the floor with the oversized marble hearth inset flush to the contrasting timber, and punctuated by an aged-brass strip that flows under the joinery,” says Mikayla. Ultimately, despite permit delays and long lead times for materials, the entire renovation took place between June 2018 and October 2019. “It’s a pleasure to come home to this house, with its views of the pool,” says Tiffany. “We’ve achieved what we set out # to do: have a beautiful family home with space for all.” Heartly, Abbotsford, Victoria; 0447 006 449 or heartly.com.au.

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THE SOURCE Bring in a little zing: bursts of colour and punchy pattern will introduce new energy.

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11 1 La DoubleJ x Salviatti Murano glass wineglasses, $1200/set of 4, MatchesFashion. 2 Glitter Pomegranate garland (163cm), $109, Amara. 3 Passing Rain No.3 artwork by Michelle Keighley, $850 (unframed), Bluethumb. 4 Phoenix ‘Nostalgia’ pull-out sink mixer in Antique Black, $899, Harvey Norman. 5 Camila 67 pendant light, from $2079, Enlightened Living. 6 Eileen outdoor dining table by Tom Fereday for SP01, $5070, Space. 7 Superfresco Easy wallpaper in Calico Stone, $82/10m roll, Bunnings. 8 Renaissance Gold serving bowl, $269, Wedgwood. 9 MissoniHome ‘Rufus’ hand and bath towels, $415/5-piece set, MatchesFashion. 10 Renaissance Gold dinner set, $349/5-piece place setting, Wedgwood. 11 Flexform 'Adagio' modular sofa, from $14,990, Fanuli. 12 Zampa bar stool by

Jasper Morrison for Mattiazzi, from $605, District. For Where to Buy, see page 190.

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COURTYARD GARDEN This page and opposite Architect Georgina Wilson, daughter of the

owners and mastermind of the much-loved home’s recent sensitive renovation. Tribú ‘Kos’ armchair, Cosh Living. The steps are clad in sandstone pavers that were removed to make way for the lawn. New Guinea rosewood shutters and doors.

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Portrait by Fiona Susanto.

Family T IE S Few on the verge of an empty nest would opt to build a bigger house, but one savvy Sydney couple did just that and found much to love in their own style of multi-generational living. STO RY Owen Lynch | ST Y L ING Anna Delprat | PH OTO GRA PH Y Anson Smart

FACADE Motorised cedar blinds, JWI Louvres. LIVING Artwork by Leah Thiessen, Flinders Lane

Gallery. B&B Italia ‘Michel’ sofas, Space. Throw, Montmartre Store. Flexform ‘Este’ coffee table and ‘Kidd’ side table, both Fanuli. HC28 ‘Bold’ armchair, Domo. Agra rug, Armadillo. Heat & Glo ‘Mezzo’ fireplace, Classic Fires. The fire surround and joinery unit benchtop are made from Calacatta Oro marble from SNB Stone.

ack in 2000, Dr Margaret Kearns and Dr Richard Smith had three young-adult children soon to fly the coop. They began considering their options: downsize or stay put in their much-loved family home? The discovery of a 19th-century cottage a stone’s throw from Sydney Harbour put a third option on the table: buy something different for the next chapter in their family’s life. Part of a row of impressive terraces on a dress-circle street in Sydney’s exclusive Double Bay, the cottage was set on an uncommonly large block for the area and enjoyed water views. But the house itself had seen better days. A lifetime of indelicate extensions had ruined its heritage credentials and rendered it uninhabitable. Enter Georgina, the couple’s eldest, who was studying architecture at the University of Sydney and working part-time for renowned Sydney practice, Tzannes. It was Georgina who brought Alec Tzannes to her parents’ attention, championing the award-winner’s aesthetic as well as the logic and level of craftsmanship he invested in each build. “Family was always at the centre of Mum and Dad’s brief,” says Georgina. “For the next phase of life, they wanted a house that was social and generous, so they really needed a designer who could take a site like this and enhance its value. I knew Alec could do it.” Richard and Margaret shared that belief, and invested in building a property that would accommodate themselves, their children and future grandchildren. Since it was double the width of the adjacent properties, with both front and rear lane access, the site allowed for a handsome threestorey, five-bedroom home. Thanks to its careful scaling and thoughtful materials selection, it now sits proudly yet harmoniously alongside > its older neighbours.

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“FAMILY WAS ALWAYS AT THE CENTRE OF MUM AND DAD’S BRIEF. THEY WANTED A HOME THAT WAS SOCIAL AND GENEROUS FOR THIS NEXT PHASE OF LIFE.” Georgina Wilson

H G HOUSES LIVING/KITCHEN This page Artwork by Leah Thiessen, Flinders Lane Gallery. HC28 ‘Bold’ armchair, Domo. KITCHEN Opposite top Kitchen

island, benchtops and splashback in Calacatta Oro marble from SNB Stone. Wolf ‘Contemporary’ induction cooktop and KWC ‘Eve’ gooseneck tap, both Winning Appliances. Island fascia made from New Guinea rosewood. Knoll ‘Cesca’ bar stools, Dedece. Blackbutt flooring. BUTLER’S PANTRY/DINING Opposite, bottom right Vintage dining table. Vintage Pierre Jeanneret dining chairs, Composition by Office Elias. Smeg double oven and Liebherr integrated fridge, both Winning Appliances. ENTRY Opposite, bottom left Classicon ‘Saturn’ coat stand and Artek ‘Stool 60’, both Anibou. Ligne Roset ‘Geoffrey’ entry console, Domo. Reconditioned sandstone pavers.

FESTIVE SPIRIT On any given Sunday, dinner at Margaret and Richard’s is attended by as many as 15 people. With Christmas just around the corner, the couple are excited to give the new alfresco dining gazebo a workout while their grandchildren play on the freshly turfed and beautifully planted courtyard. With plenty of family gatherings planned over the holiday the new built-in bar and butler’s pantry will really come into their own. >

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“The design was excellent,” says Georgina. “There is no doubt it has been wonderful for our family. I think my parents were quite enlightened for doing what they did, when they did it. The house has hosted weddings, christenings and family events. Between me, my brothers and our partners, there are now eight adults and nine grandchildren, plus various friends who periodically called the place home – all ages coming and going. It’s supported multi-generational living more than once!” Though it had served Margaret, Richard and the extended family well for 20 years, the need for adjustments arose after the home was damaged in a hail storm. Outdated electrical services, too, demanded attention. “Those issues instigated the update,” says Georgina, “but when we started thinking about how to resolve those issues, we realised there was an opportunity to revisit some aspects of the house from a beautification and functionality standpoint as well.” By 2020, Georgina’s own architectural and interiors practice, Georgina Wilson Associates (GWA), had been established for 10 years so she was well prepared to take on the task herself. Keeping it in the family, Georgina’s brother Peter Smith, also a member of the GWA team, was appointed lead project architect. Addressing the storm damage and overhauling the electricals were the first priority. They took the opportunity to make it more eco-friendly, now using smart systems for lighting and security powered by solar energy stored in Tesla batteries. Next, the team remodelled the bathrooms and created a private retreat for Richard and Margaret on the top floor. The underutilised rear courtyard was also revamped to improve its integration with the adjacent open-plan living, kitchen and dining area. A product of its era, the original internal finishes were rawer than today’s tastes. HOPE THE NEW WORK HAS ENHANCED THE Introducing new blackbutt HOME I’VE ALWAYS LOVED.” Georgina Wilson, architect floors where carpet once lay, served to freshen the spaces imbuing them with a tactility and warmth that Margaret and Richard concede was wanting. On the ground floor, a curvaceous kitchen featuring luxe Calacatta Oro marble now fans out from where hardedged bulkheads once indelicately impressed on the great room. To the rear, the four-car garage was redressed with New Guinea rosewood screens. A matching pergola and outdoor dining area flow onto a new lawn – the whole scene visible from the kitchen and living STAIRWELL Custom timber and steel staircase through reconditioned bifold doors and automated louvres. designed by Georgina Wilson Associates. MAIN “I really love the courtyard – it’s the best intervention we’ve made and ENSUITE Kaldewei ‘Classic Duo’ bath and Axor it’s a simple one,” says Georgina. “But looking at the whole house now, ‘Stark’ wall-mounted shower set, Sydney Tap and Bathroomware. City Stik bath filler and City Plus the new works haven’t compromised the original home that I’ve always shower roses, Brodware. Wrong for Hay ‘Elephant’ > loved. I hope it’s enhanced it.” stool. French Cream marble wall and floor tiles, Georgina Wilson Associates, Double Bay, NSW; (02) 9363 9182 or World Stone. Astro ‘IO420’ wall light, Universal georginawilsonassociates.com.au. Tzannes, Surry Hills, NSW; Lighting. Brushes, Oliver Thom. Towels, (02) 9319 3744 or tzannes.com.au. Loom Towels. Vase, In Bed.

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“I THINK MY PARENTS WERE QUITE ENLIGHTENED FOR DOING WHAT THEY DID, WHEN THEY DID IT.” Georgina Wilson

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and opposite Elliptical bedside tables, Fanuli. PH 2/1 table lamp, Cult Design. Bronze vide poche, Studio Henry Wilson. Bedlinen, In Bed. Riva ‘Pegaso’ side table and Flexform ‘Tessa’ chair, both Fanuli. Vintage painting. MAIN ENSUITE Tabour ottoman by Michael Verheyden, Ondene. Astro ‘IO420’ wall lights, Universal Lighting. Custom wall mirror. Bronze vide poche, Studio Henry Wilson. Santa Maria Novella fragrance, Casa by Kate Nixon. French Cream marble wall tiles and benchtop from WorldStone. >

THE PALET TE Dulux Natural White (interior, throughout)

Dulux Ferrodor Bridge Grey (steel trims)

Resene White Pointer (exterior)

KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING AREA B&B Italia ‘Michel’ sofas, Space. Knoll ‘Cesca’ bar stools, Dedece. Chair 611 dining chairs by Alvar Aalto, Anibou. Vintage dining table. Tolix ‘Fateuil A56’ outdoor chairs, Thonet. PERGOLA/GARAGE Tribú ‘Kos’ dining table, bench seat and armchair, Cosh Living.

Linen tablecloth, Ondene. Accessories from Bess Paddington, Office Elias and Lightly. Lampiok outdoor pendant lights by Roger Pradier, Universal Lighting. Custom spotted gum pergola. Custom New Guinea rosewood screens and louvres. Zinc roofing. Sandstone paving.

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THE SOURCE Classic design pieces and a respect for heritage make for a comfortable, family-focused home.

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8 1 Christmas Collection ‘Gabriel’ candle, $149, Trudon. 2 Thonet ‘S 32 V’ dining chair, $1850, Anibou. 3 7-globe Branching Bubble pendant light, POA, Lindsey Adelman. 4 Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs NV Champagne, $140, Dan Murphy’s. 5 Nigel footed fruit bowl, $109, McMullin & Co. 6 Remer wall mirror (46x121cm), $455, Harvey Norman. 7 PH 2/1 table light by Louis Poulsen, from $1540, Cult Design. 8 Adda sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, from $18,590, Fanuli. 9 L’Avenue Summer Rust cushion, $29.95, Harvey Norman. 10 Faux berry branches, $59 each, Pottery Barn. 11 Kelly bedside table by

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EXTERIOR From the main road, you can’t see the first-floor extension to this Federation home at all – which is just as the local heritage regulations require. Hay ‘Palissade’ bench from Cult Design. Custom cushions in Schumacher ‘Sunara Ikat’. The white planter is part of the homeowners’ existing collection. Trims were given a fresh coat of Dulux Woodland Grey while the front door is Dulux Colorbond Night Sky.

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SHARING By hiding its new first floor beneath the existing roof pitch, this Federation home in Melbourne satisfied heritage requirements and provided its owners with more space. STORY Carli Philips | STY LI NG Natalie James P HOTOGR APH Y Caitlin Mills

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hen drawing up new plans for this Federation house in Melbourne, architect Chris Peck did his due diligence. “We looked up the address and checked thoroughly; there was nothing with regards to any heritage requirements. But it’s a corner block and we eventually found out that the house was listed by its former address, which was on the main road. And because it was listed individually – not just with an overlay – there were actually very strict conditions on what we could and couldn’t do.” While the brief from Chris’ clients, Anna and James Mackay, called for him to design a second storey, there were prohibitions on visibility from the east-facing main road: no modifications were to be seen whatsoever. But since the home’s Federation-style architecture features generous gables, Chris (whose godfather was Anna’s dad, also an architect) was able to tuck the extension under the existing roofline, concealing it entirely from the street. From the rear though, the new silhouette appears as twin peaks, each one “ORIENTING THE HOUSE AROUND THE ART WAS accommodating the first-floor bedrooms of the couple’s children, ESSENTIAL TO THE BRIEF.” Sarah McPhee, interior designer Harvey, eight, and Nora, four. The house opens into the dining room, with a line of sight all the way from the front door to the study at the rear. Off the hall to the left is the street-facing main bedroom, with two new walk-in wardrobes and an ensuite that was formerly another bedroom. Running along the south side of the house is a guestroom, playroom and a breakfast nook that opens onto a side verandah. The biggest concern was the tight kitchen, an awkward space right in the middle of the house that had no sunlight or views. And although Anna and James didn’t want to extend out too far, it made sense for a new kitchen to be placed at the rear, where there is an aspect to the outdoors. A butler’s pantry and laundry completed the extension. All other changes were confined to the existing envelope. This remodel helped create a new circulation path with an opening from the kitchen into the living room, where there’s a retractable TV. When down, it reveals a treasured artwork by William Mackinnon. “The piece is huge and the renovation was designed around it,” says interior designer Sarah McPhee. “The idea was for it to be centrestage in the living room, which is the hub of the house. The colours in Anna and James’ art collection definitely dictated a lot of the palette >

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The whole house was designed around the large William Mackinnon artwork above the sideboard. Other artworks in this room by Emily Kngwarreye (right-hand wall, left), Katherine Hattam (right-hand wall, right), Chonggang Du (above fireplace) and two smaller works by William Mackinnon (near doorway). A custom sofa upholstered in Marvic ‘Serafina’ fabric is teamed with cushions by Sarah McPhee Interiors in various fabrics from GP&J Baker, Kathryn Ireland and Lisa Fine Textiles. Ottoman in Jim Thompson ‘Dido’ fabric. ENTRY HALL Opposite top Custom lamps by Sarah McPhee Interiors. Console, Cromwell Australia. Patinated bronze cast on console by Ann-Marie May.

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tones of the kitchen’s stained-oak joinery. Carrara benchtops, Gladstones Granite & Marble. Oven and rangehood, Miele. Custom bronze suspension lights with opal glass shades. STUDY Opposite top left Far left artworks (from top): Vintage poster, Portrait of Sir Archibald Glenn OBE by Martin, seascape unknown. Middle: artwork by Michael Peck. Two artworks above middle work: Picasso art print, collaboration by William Mackinnon, Harold Bickford Hattam and Katherine Hattam. Far right artworks (from top): Michel Lawrence, Katherine Hattam, etching by unknown artist and Katherine Hattam (two works). DINING Opposite, top right and bottom left Interior designer Sarah McPhee. Artworks by Emily Pwerle (behind Sarah) and Les Kossatz (above console). George dining chairs by Sarah McPhee Interiors. LIVING Opposite bottom right Ottoman in Jim Thompson ‘Dido’ fabric. Rug, Floorspace. >

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too. Orienting the house around the artwork was essential to the brief.” For the overall scheme, Anna and James wanted a mix of contemporary and traditional elements, so Sarah sourced some antique sideboards and customised a lot of the upholstery in classic fabrics. But bearing in mind their extensive art collection and gallery wall, Sarah didn’t want the house to look contrived. “There’s a fine line between too much pattern and just the right amount. I didn’t want the house to look too curated – a home should feel effortless,” she says. “I was thinking about art placement the whole time I was planning the interiors.” “WE USED SARAH FOR MORE THAN WE INITIALLY Anna and James were set on PLANNED – AND THAT WAS BY FAR THE BEST three very specific things: they wanted sofas, as opposed to DECISION WE MADE.” Anna Mackay, homeowner armchairs, in the living room; marble fan tiles were a ‘must include’ (they were executed in the downstairs powder room); and a kitchen island made from oak paired with white cabinetry. Sarah was made aware of these requests early on. “At the very start of the process, I always ask my clients to fill in a questionnaire to try to gauge their preferences – it covers everything from how often they entertain to images of styles they do and don’t like. Their home needs to be a reflection of what they love. Taking this step early on in the process is very helpful, because it ensures everyone is on the same page.” Also on Anna and James’ wish list was a new garage, but even that was heritage-listed. “The existing one was in such dire condition that the council agreed we could replace it,” says Chris. “But the proviso was that it be like-for-like in terms of the slate roofing. So we referenced the original materials, but gave the new garage a more contemporary look.” Size-wise, it was designed to accommodate James’ cherished cars, with a mezzanine for extra storage. Even though the project is now finished, it’s not the end of Sarah’s relationship with Anna and James. “I spent so much time with them that we built a very nice friendship. They were an absolute dream to work with, > from concept stage to completion.” Sarah McPhee Interiors, Hawthorn, Victoria; sarahmcpheeinteriors.com.au. AOA Christopher Peck, Melbourne, Victoria; aoa-cp.com. Modhaus, Brighton, Victoria; modhaus.com.au.

Paint colours are reproduced as accurately as printing processes allow.

Ming fan tiles, Byzantine Design. Mizu ‘Drift’ twin shower, Reece. ENSUITE Below A Kado ‘Luxe’ bath from Reece is set against Carrara marble slabs from Gladstones Granite & Marble. Vontage subway tiles, Classic Ceramics. MAIN BEDROOM A custom bedhead upholstered in Manuel Canovas ‘Bagatelle’ fabric is set against walls painted Dulux Revival. Cushions in William Yeoward ‘Fiorita’ fabric, ottoman and bedside lamps all by Sarah McPhee Interiors. Bedside table, owners’ existing.

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FESTIVE SPIRIT The Mackay family eagerly embraces Christmas and all its trimmings. “We love to put our tree up early, and position it in the front bay window,” says Anna. “We use decorations collected over the years. For the dining table, we have two centrepieces that my late mother bought in London 20 years ago – I love continuing her tradition.” And they always host lots of family and friends over this time: “Last year I counted 17 people in our pool at one of our Christmas parties!”

GARAGE Above In addition to car parking, the garage has a mezzanine

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level for added storage. It’s clad with Colorbond in Dulux Monument. Hay ‘Palissade’ outdoor dining setting and sunloungers, Cult Design. REAR EXTERIOR Left Because the top floor was not permitted to be visible from the main road, architect Chris Peck designed the extension to come up towards the ridge line. There is one peak per new bedroom, with the apex dictated by the existing roofline.

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1 Vintage Murano glass vase by Paolo Crepax, $3527, 1stDibs. 2 Solidify (Pink) artwork by Sean McDowell, $3500 (framed), Modern Times. 3 Aerin ‘Lucas’ jade coasters, $700/set of 4, Palmer & Penn. 4 Vienna Print cushion by Lisa Corti, $101, MatchesFashion. 5 Geranium Leaf Duet body cleanser and balm set, $135, Aesop. 6 Odette ottoman, $469, Brosa. 8 Vermont 3.5-seater sofa, from $4995, Coco Republic. 7 Aerin ‘Elva Leaf’ dish, $385, Palmer & Penn. 8 Contemporary Curved sofa with velvet upholstery, $12,207, 1stDibs. 9 Sybil gathered lampshade in Confetti Ikat, $490, and Sybil lamp base in Coral, $440, Bragg & Co. 10 Bondi plant pots (40x40cm, 60x40cm and 80x40cm), $530 each, Robert

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There are many wonders to be found in this Melbourne garden designed by landscape architect Jane Jones. Here, a large pot filled with spheres of Japanese box (Buxus microphylla var. japonica) and miniature grape ivy (Cissus striata) sits in a garden bed of silvery tree germander (Teucrium fruticans), more Japanese box, assorted perennials and ornamental pear trees. For more on this characterful garden, see over the page...

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A bluestone pathway winds its way from the front gate to the rear of the home, meandering through the multilayered garden of trees, perennials and grasses. A low hedge of Teucrium fruticans snakes along the path, which is also flanked by prostrate rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Prostratus’), Lomandra ‘Frosty Top’ and strappy bamboo iris (Iris confusa). Snow pears (Pyrus nivalis) and a medlar tree (Mespilus germanica ‘Nottingham’) provide height and colour. In the foreground is an oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia). Black and white fibreglass spheres rest on top of the no-mow grass, Zoysia tenuifolia.

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I N T R I G U I N G PL O T Wanting to create a sense of being lost in the garden, the owners of this property sought out a landscape architect who could a deliver a little magic. STO RY Elizabeth Wilson | P H OTOGR AP HY Simon Griffiths

fter raising their family in this lovely Edwardian-era home in Melbourne’s south-east, the owners decided it was time to invest in a ‘grown-up’ garden. “We’d been here for 18 years, our two boys had well and truly grown up and we didn’t need play space any more,” says the owner. “Instead, we wanted a beautiful, quiet place where were could sit and enjoy and entertain.” They knew exactly who they wanted to call. For years they had admired the work of Jane Jones, a landscape architect whose designs they’d come to recognise from walking the streets of their local area. They were drawn to the whimsical and intriguing elements in Jane’s designs and the fact that they weren’t regimented or predictable. “We loved the ‘planned unplanned’ look we’d seen in her gardens,” the owner says, “We had no desire to approach anyone else.” Their garden was to be designed in two stages, starting with the rear garden which, as Jane remembers it, was “just Astro turf and a pool”. Apart from wanting to transform it from uninteresting play area, the owners’ brief was for “a space where we could have a sense of being lost in the garden”.

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It was a challenging spot, divided into two by the pool and a rear extension to the home. It was also dominated by a large old silky oak tree that needed to stay. Jane’s solution was to move the pool fence closer to the pool, allowing more space for an entertaining zone which is now demarcated by bluestone pavers and a black-painted timber arbour. “The arbour creates a sense of nestling under a roof while you sit outside in the greenery,” says Jane. As for the old tree, she just worked around it, absorbing it into a multilayered garden that hugs the home. The plant palette features an assortment of textures and shapes that come together like a cast of characters. The plant list is diverse: clipped buxus balls mingle with foxtail ferns, Philodendron ‘Xanadu’, Liriope muscari ‘Royal Purple’, hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Bridal Bouquet’) and corkscrew hazel (Corylus avellana ‘Contorta’). There’s a focus on cascading foliage in various guises, with a grafted copper beech displaying its flowing purple crown, an oversize pot draped with Sikkim creeper (Parthenocissus sikkimensis) and the entire rear fence cloaked in blue trumpet vine (Thunbergia grandiflora). It’s a mostly greenon-green palette, but there are also seasonal flowerings and >

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TREES Maples (Acer platanoides ‘Crimson Sentry’, A. palmatum dissectum ‘Germaine’s Gyration’, A. palmatum ‘Butterfly’) Snow pears (Pyrus nivalis) Standard copper beech (Fagus sylvatica ‘Purpurea’) Common medlar (Mespilus germanica ‘Nottingham’) SHRUBS & PERENNIALS Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Bridal Bouquet’ Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ Agastache ‘Blue Boa’ Purple mist flower (Eupatorium atrorubens) GROUNDCOVERS No-mow lawn (Zoysia tenuifolia) Native violet (Viola hederacea)

bright flowerheads of Echinacea purpurea. A bank of hydrangeas (Hydrangea macroyphylla ‘Bridal Bouquet’) grows along the front of the house; the paved parking bay is softened by the surrounding garden. The flowerheads of Eupatorium maculatum ‘Gateway’. A crimson glory vine (Vitis coignetiae) grows over the arbour at the front entrance. OPPOSITE A thick covering of no-mow grass (Zoysia tenuifolia) is dotted with bluestone stepping stones and feathery ornamental grasses (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Flamingo’). The maple in the foreground is Acer palmatum dissectum ‘Germaine’s Gyration’. Along the fence, Dahlia ‘Bishop of Llandaff’ and Dahlia ‘Pink Bishop’ add splashes of colour.

bursts of autumnal foliage thanks to five maple trees. “Jane has given us a garden that is always interesting, filled with little surprises and flowering plants that pop out at different times – it’s both interesting and very calm,” says the owner. Two years after the completion of the rear garden, it was time to tackle the front garden, where Jane has created a lush and layered arcadia that also includes the practicality of off-street car parking. “I like my gardens to be plant focused, with different layers and seasonal interest,” says Jane – and this garden delivers on every level. At the entry gate she designed a black-painted arbour while a bluestone-paved path curves its way through a wonderland of extraordinary plant combinations. A silvery, low-level hedge of tree germander (Teucrium fruticans) snakes its way along the path, creating a border for densely planted beds of clipped buxus spheres, feathery grasses and masses of perennials including Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’, Agastache ‘Blue Boa’, Bergenia schmidtii and Echinacea purpurea. One section of the garden is covered in a thick, undulating carpet of no-mow grass (Zoysia tenuifolia) dotted with bluestone steppers. In another area, Jane has planted standard flowering cherry trees popping out of mounds of mondo grass (“They’re designed to look like cushions,” she says). Clumps of ornamental grasses (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Flamingo’) provide texture and movement. At the canopy level are a range of maples, including Acer platanoides ‘Crimson Sentry’, bringing coppery tones to the mix, while ornamental pears (Pyrus nivalis) give extra height. It’s a lush, wonder-filled space where the owners spend a lot of time sitting, reading and just immersing themselves in a plant world that feels “far away from all the concerns that are happening on the TV”. They also love the garden’s hint of magic: “There’s a feeling there might be fairies in there somewhere,” # says the owner. Jane Jones Landscapes, Glen Iris, Victoria, (03) 9822 3307 or www.jjl.com.au.

“There’s a feeling there might be fairies in there somewhere...” Owner

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THIS PAGE AND OPPOSITE BOTTOM The rear patio/arbour is

now immersed in garden. Among the assorted beauties is a coppertoned lace-leaf Japanese maple (Acer palmatum ‘Orangeola’) and a draping grafted copper beech. Layers of green foliage plants include Philodendron ‘Xanadu’, Japanese box, Liriope muscari ‘Royal Purple’, and corkscrew hazel (Corylus avellana ‘Contorta’). The back fence is cloaked in blue trumpet vine (Thunbergia grandiflora). Native violet (Viola hederacea) grows in between the bluestone steppers. OPPOSITE TOP The Teucrium hedge snakes its way around standard flowering cherry trees (Prunus incisa ‘Kojo-No-Mai’), Lomandra ‘Frosty Top’ and large-leafed Bergenia schmidtii. OPPOSITE MIDDLE Tractor seat plant (Ligularia reniformis).

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GARDENS H G The Alister Clark Memorial Garden is both a tribute to a visionary Australian gardener and a sanctuary for rose lovers. The roses are planted around a picturesque bluestone building, formerly the Bulla Shire hall.

BEDS OF R O SE S Located on Melbourne’s outskirts is a jewel of a garden, tended by volunteers, celebrating Australian-grown scented roses and the dedicated gardener who bred them. STO RY Christine Reid | P HOTOG R A P H Y Simon Griffiths

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The garden is a scented wonderland of shrub, climbing and bush roses. Varieties range from large double blooms in deepest crimson through to single bush roses in whisper pink.

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n a clear summer’s day, if you happen to be sitting in a window seat on the right-hand side of a plane as it descends into Melbourne airport, you might just see a bright flash of colour in the distance. Standing out from the sun-bleached paddocks and the blue-grey of the eucalypt leaves, a mere 10 kilometres away from the smell of aircraft fuel, is a beautiful, perfumed oasis – a memorial garden planted to commemorate the work of Australia’s most distinguished rose breeder, Alister Clark. Clark lived at Glenara Estate near Bulla, the house and its surrounding landscape magnificently depicted by artist Eugène von Guérard in Mr Clark’s Station, Deep Creek, near Keilor (1857), part of the permanent collection of works at the National Gallery of Victoria. Von Guérard captured the deep gorges and challenging rocky outcrops of the garden’s dramatic site. It was here in the hot dry summers of the area that Clark began following his horticultural interests, breeding roses and daffodils, as well as racehorses. Although Clark was never a professional nurseryman, rather a wealthy amateur, his roses have earned him a revered place in Australian garden history. He began hybridising roses in about 1905 and over the next 40-odd years he introduced more than 130 cultivars, many of which are still grown today. Just think of the household names that have entered the Australian gardeners’ vocabulary – from ‘Lorraine Lee’ to ‘Nancy Hayward’ and ‘Squatter’s Dream’ – they are all of Alister Clark’s making. From the beginning, Clark’s aim was to breed roses that would survive in Victoria’s climate and thrive in the summer heat without watering. Above all, he insisted that the roses had to be strongly scented. According to Charles Quest-Ritson, rose authority and author of the RHS Encyclopedia of Roses, Clark’s greatest success came with the perpetual-flowering bush roses such as ‘Kitty Kininmonth’, ‘Editor Stewart’ and ‘Mrs Richard Turnbull’ with foliage that was immune to disease and an ability to survive the hot, dry Australian summer without water. Today these roses stand out in the memorial garden around the former shire hall at Bulla, the bluestone walls making a >

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perfect backdrop for more than 70 Clark-bred plants – the only complete collection of his surviving roses. Although immensely popular during the interwar period – his ‘Sunny South’ cultivar was a favourite for ornamental hedges – many of his roses were passed over for newer varieties after World War II. However, there has been a resurgence of interest in his work in recent years. The late rosarian Susan Irvine brought a collection of them together in her Gisborne garden during the 1980s, contacting many of Clark’s friends and relations and visiting their gardens for cuttings. Jon Nieuwesteeg, in Victoria’s Yarra Valley, must also be given credit for his contribution to propagating these important plants in Australia’s horticultural heritage. The idea of the memorial rose garden was first mooted by Bulla locals who wanted to recognise Clark as a local identity (he was a former Shire president) and a major figure in Australian gardening. In 1997, the Hume City Council set aside $10,000 for the creation of the garden. Since then, a band of dedicated volunteers has cared for the garden, including the redoubtable Tid Alston whose parents were friends of the Clark family. Tid’s aunt is one of the many Clark friends and relatives who have their own named rose, in this case ‘Mrs Harold Alston’. During late spring and early summer, this memorial garden is at its glorious scented peak. For all garden lovers driving to or around Melbourne, it’s worth making the detour. Push open the garden gate and wander among the blooms... A fitting tribute # to a fascinating Australian gardener. The Alister Clark Memorial Garden is located at 96 Bulla Road, Bulla, Victoria. Entry is free.

Many of the roses are named after Alister Clark’s relatives, friends and esteemed associates, making for a garden filled with colourful personalities as well as heady fragrance.

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Branching out Love the look, fragrance and feel of a fresh Christmas tree? Grow your own and you’ll have an extra reason to enjoy the spirit of the season, writes Tammy Huynh.

hristmas isn’t Christmas without a tree. Festooned with twinkly lights, tinsel and treasured ornaments, it becomes a celebratory centrepiece. But don’t settle for a synthetic tree or a cut one that drops its needles and dies when the season is over. Grow your own Christmas tree in a pot and you can bring it inside to play the starring role in the festive season, then pop it outside to enjoy in the garden until the next year. It is truly one of the gifts that keep on giving. Here, ﬁve varieties that are tops for pots: WOLLEMI PINE (Wollemia nobilis)

This native pine (1) is one of the oldest and rarest plants in existence, so it makes for an intriguing addition to your space. It grows into an upright tree with a central trunk but can also ‘coppice’ and develop a multistemmed growth habit. The foliage is slightly pendulous with ﬂattened leathery leaves that emerge bright lime-green before ageing to blueish-green. In cooler climates, the Wollemi pine enjoys a full sun position, but in warmer regions, give it a semi-shaded spot to prevent leaf scorch. PYGMY CALLITRIS PINE (Callitris oblonga)

The callitris pine (2) is a native conifer that grows into a large shrub or small tree about 2-5 metres tall. Its soft, pale-green foliage is tinged with blue and naturally forms a neat, rounded column shape. Position in a spot with full sun or part shade and ensure the soil or potting mix is well draining. Grow as a lone, feature specimen or use as part of an informal screen. Once established, it is tolerant of dry conditions.

NORFOLK ISLAND PINE (Araucaria heterophylla)

You may have seen this majestic specimen (3) along coastlines, but if kept wellcontained, it’s an elegant, compact choice for an indoor tree. It develops a neat conical shape with dark-green leaves densely packed along the branches. In its natural setting, it can reach a monumental 20-30 metres, so do not plant it outside in the garden unless you have adequate space. Instead, keep it in a pot and position in a brightly lit spot indoors or outdoors. BLUE SPRUCE (Picea pungens)

The ﬁne, blue-silver foliage of this conifer (4) naturally forms a conical shape to 2 metres tall. It’s highly ornamental and makes for a stunning feature in a pot or garden. The ‘Blue Diamond’ cultivar has the most intense silvery-blue foliage. Grows best in cool and temperate climates in full sun to part shade. Good drainage is essential and it’s drought-tolerant once established. It’s incredibly slow growing, so will happily remain in a pot for many years.

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WOOLLY BUSH (Adenanthos sericeus)

This evergreen, native shrub (5) has soft, silvery-green foliage that lends itself beautifully to the festive scene. It can reach up to 3 metres tall, but dwarf cultivars only grow 1-1.5 metres tall. Small, bright-red ﬂowers appear on the ends of branches, adding a decorative touch. Woolly bush is suitable for coastal conditions and prefers climates with dry summers. Choose a spot in full sun with well-drained soil. Droughttolerant once established. #

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Bunnings (03) 8831 9777; bunnings.com.au Byzantine Design (03) 9078 2811; www.byzantinedesign.com.au C Caesarstone 1300 119 119; caesarstone.com.au Camargue (02) 9960 6234; www.camargue.com.au Candle Kiosk (02) 9918 3105; candlekiosk.com.au Cane-line canelineaustralia.com.au Carlotta+Gee carlottaandgee.com Casa by Kate Nixon (02) 9363 4318; www.katenixon.com Castlery 1300 345 868; castlery.com CDK Stone (03) 8552 6000; cdkstone.com.au Cedar & Moss cedarandmoss.com Cheminées Philippe (03) 9417 3315; chemphilaust.com.au Clarins clarins.com.au Classic Ceramics (02) 9560 6555; classicceramics.com.au Coca Mojo cocamojo.com Coco Republic 1300 000 220; cocorepublic.com.au Collective collective-au.com Colorbond 1800 022 999; colorbond.com Concept Materials conceptmaterials.com.au ConnectLife www.connectlife.com.au Contents International Design (02) 9662 2443; contentsid.com.au Copper and Co Creations 0435 873 844 Cosh Living (03) 9281 1999; coshliving.com.au Covet (03) 9398 8128; covet.com.au Creative Design Cabinets (03) 9555 9393 Cromwell (03) 9510 5294; cromwellaustralia.com.au Cult Design 1300 768 626; cultdesign.com.au Curatorial+Co curatorialandco.com D Dan Murphy’s 1300 723 388; danmurphys.com.au Dedece (02) 9360 2722; dedece.com.au Designstuff (03) 9592 2960; designstuff.com.au Dinosaur Designs (02) 9698 3500; dinosaurdesigns.com.au Dior shop.dior.com.au District district.com.au D-Lighting d-lighting.com.au Domayne domayne.com.au Domo (03) 9277 8888; domo.com.au Domus Textiles (02) 9380 6577; domustextiles.com.au

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Handmark Gallery (03) 6223 7895; www.handmarkgallery.com Harvey Norman 1300 464 278; harveynorman.com.au Hay (02) 9358 0855; hayshop.com.au HK Edit (02) 9368 1234; hkedit.com.au Hub Furniture (03) 9652 1222; hubfurniture.com.au Hunter Fans www.hunterfans.com.au I Iittala www.iittala.com.au In Bed inbedstore.com In Good Company ingoodcompany.com.au In The Sac (02) 8323 5789; inthesac.com.au Inartisan 0411 944 234; inartisan.com Indigo Love Collectors (02) 4441 8277; www.indigolove.com.au Innovation Living innovationsofabeds.com.au J James Dunlop Textiles jamesdunloptextiles.com Janus et Cie janusetcie.com Jardan (03) 8581 4988; jardan.com.au Jim Thompson (03) 9421 2122; www.milgate.com.au Just Bathroomware (02) 9719 3000; justbathroomware.com.au JWI Louvres www.jwilouvres.com.au K Kaskade Stone Baths & Basins kaskadestone.com.au Kathryn M Ireland Textiles and Designs www.kathrynireland.com Kethy (02) 9542 4991; kethy.com.au King 1300 546 438; kingliving.com.au Kitchenware Direct 1800 669 608; www.kitchenwaredirect.com.au Koda Lighting (02) 9699 6007; kodalighting.com.au Krof krof.co Krosno (03) 9318 0466; krosno.com.au L Laminex 132 136; laminex.com.au Leila Jeffreys leilajeffreys.com Les Bonnes Addresses lesbonnes.com.au LG 1300 542 273; lg.com.au Libertine Parfumerie (03) 9661 1258; www.libertineparfumerie.com.au LightCo 1300 795 548; www.lightco.com.au Lightly (03) 9417 2440; lightly.com.au Lindsey Adelman Studio lindseyadelman.com Lisa Fine Textiles lisafinetextiles.com

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Did your childhood inform your career? Joanne It did. As a child, we were always gardening, sailing, beaching or picnicking. I fell in love with nature and the sounds and smells of the outdoors in all seasons. Angela Growing up with a mum in the design industry had a huge impression on me – I was always drawing house plans for my toys or rearranging my bedroom. When I was 16, Mum took me to the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, where universities were handing out flyers. I became obsessed with studying interior design and I ended up doing just that, at RMIT University. Was working together a natural evolution for the business? J We enjoy each other’s company and there is a synergy between us that we both benefit from. Angie has brought skills, youth and energy to the business. A I always wanted to work with Mum. We loved the idea of creating beautiful spaces that encouraged indoor-outdoor living. How does your average working day unfold? J I’ve worked from home for the past year and I wish I had done it sooner. I usually see clients around 9.30am, then either head to site or back to the office for emails, designing and admin until about 6pm. A Coffee is essential, as is checking emails and making a to-do list. I try to tackle all the admin in the morning so I can dedicate the rest of the day to designing, which is what I really enjoy. What do you love about your work? J All the hands-on things – designing, construction and garden maintenance. A Playing with different materials. I love pulling together the finishes for a project and organising them in a way that sets the mood in the space, how you use it and how you move through it. Do you listen to any music or podcasts while you work? J No, I need to work in silence. A When I’m designing, everything around me disappears. I get into the flow and all my attention is focused on what I am doing. The biggest challenge of your career? J My latest big project is always my biggest challenge. Each project is always different so it often involves a new aspect that we may not have done before or super difficult access, which keeps you on your toes. A Managing my work life while living with depression. I have suffered major depressive episodes throughout my life so making sure I am managing my mental health is really important.

An achievement you’re most happy with to date? J We have won many industry awards over the years and that is a credit to our amazing team. A My greatest achievement is maintaining my work life while managing my depression. Having a supportive team around me has been essential for keeping my projects running. Strategies for achieving good work-life balance? J I wish I knew! I don’t think I have ever worked as hard as I am at the moment. But we’re planning to bring more staff onboard soon to share the load. A Work-life balance can be really hard to achieve. I try to find beauty in the little things every day – flowers or plants in gardens that I walk past, the way the light hits a tree, colours... These small things in nature always bring me joy. What nourishes your creativity? J Being surrounded by beauty. Whether it is after a day in the garden, or a clean house with a vase of fresh flowers. Nothing fancy. Plus sleep. A I do ikebana classes once a week, which is one of my favourite ways to wind down. We usually create two or three arrangements using the same flowers, which encourages me to think about ways to arrange and manipulate simple materials to form totally different outcomes. Creatives you admire? J [Garden designer] Paul Bangay. A Australian designers CM Studio – I love the clean, pared-back designs. As for artists, I love Ashleigh Holmes’ use of warm colours and the emotional, abstract quality of her work. Also ceramicist Sophie Nolan’s beautiful curvy, feminine vases/objects. Your favourite iconic design pieces? J I have a thing for lamps and vases, such as those by Louis Poulsen. A Thonet’s No.811 Hoffmann chair is my favourite dining chair. It is simple, classic and can work with so many aesthetics. Your idea of true luxury? J Beach holidays. Hawaii is a favourite. A A waterfront house with a pool that looks out over the ocean. Beautiful sandstone walls, weatherboard house, oak flooring throughout and ocean views from the bedroom. A travel destination that has inspired you in your work… J & A Italy. Truly amazing. Your dream project? J It is not about budget, or location or size. It’s about the relationship with the client and ticking all the boxes for them. A To build my own home. # Joanne Green Landscape & Interior; joannegreen.com.au.

OPPOSITE Interior designer Angela Neylon (left) and her mother, landscape designer Joanne Neylon.

The beautiful garden, at Joanne’s own home on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, is all her handiwork.

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