Get it LIVING April 2019

The GLIN T of COPPER

ASK AN ARCHITECT How to generate a greater return on your renovation

Step inside the award-winning Currumbin Copperhouse

THE ART OF

TRANSFORMATION The secrets to creating a modern masterpiece

Inspired

LIVING STAYING IN IS THE NEW GOING OUT

Inspiring Choices.

Denise is the new owner of Choices Flooring Helensvale and is passionate about making your design dreams, a reality.

At the heart of our business is our key promise to you – to help you find the floor you’ve been searching for.

With so many elements to consider in your decorating project, we help you design your interior from the floor up. Our holistic approach ensures we support you in creating the perfect space for your lifestyle.

Being involved with the carpet selection and instalment of the featured Currumbin Copper House is a great example of the ground breaking projects we are proud to be a part of.

We embrace the latest product developments and styles, and accompany this with our highly experienced team to support your exciting decorating project – to help you find the floor you’ve been searching for.

the latest looks in CARPET | TIMBER | LAMINATE | LUXURY VINYL | RUGS | WINDOW FURNISHINGS

Our wool loop carpets are available in an array of stylish textures and designs, ranging from a minimalist appearance through to bold, unique patterns.

Wool Loop

THE HOTTEST TREND IN CARPETS RIGHT NOW IS WOOL LOOP!

Wool is an incredible fibre. Synonymous with cosiness and comfort many of us, particularly at this time of year, love to reach for our favourite woollen jumper, or snuggle under the warmth of a fleecy throw rug. If you opt for wool carpet, your whole house can also benefit from its natural good looks.

Wool loop is luxurious, feels beautifully soft and springy underfoot and boasts enduring quality.

LUXURY VINYL

Ideal for any room in your home, our luxury vinyl flooring choices feature timber and stone designs that are as soft on your feet as they are on your budget.

Perfect to update every room of your house from the bathroom, bedrooms, right through to the kitchen! It’s low maintenance, high quality and on-trend!

Luxury Vinyl Vinyl flooring is entirely waterproof, so it can be used virtually anywhere inside the home. It is especial y suited to wet areas, where water often ends up on the floor, such as bathrooms, kitchens and laundries.

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With the latest in colours, designs and textures, the MOOD Collection - Choices Flooring’s exclusive range of window furnishings - is the perfect addition to your interior.

From the stunning lines of plantation shutters to the ease and privacy of roller, roman, and venetian blinds, we have the window furnishing solution you’ve been searching for.

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A GOLDEN ERA for DESIGN & STYLE WELCOME TO THE GOLD COAST; A CITY AS RICH IN NATURAL BEAUTY AS IT IS IN MILLION-DOLLAR HOMES.

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s one of the most enviable destinations in the world, the Gold Coast has a lifestyle coveted by many – and it is this unrivalled appeal as a stylish and luxurious destination that has influenced the unique style, design and architecture of our city’s properties.

Nowhere else in Australia will you find such a rich tapestry of architectural style – whether it’s California bungalows, beach shacks, flat blocks, mid-century homes, high-rise apartments or Hamptons-style mansions. These homes have been carefully curated and constructed by designers, builders and architects since the beginning of last century and today stand as living tributes to the evolution of a city we are lucky enough to call home.

Get It LIVING is a magazine that celebrates this unparalleled lifestyle and the beautiful homes of the Gold Coast. We capture the very best of the coast’s interior design, property development, building and architectural design sectors and share with you what’s coming next to our golden shores. The pristine beauty of our beaches and glitzy glamour of our city has inspired designers for decades – and we look forward to bringing a little inspiration into your home through the pages of our mag.

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SETthe STAGE

MAKE SURE YOUR HOME TAKES THE SPOTLIGHT WHEN IT GOES ON THE MARKET WITH THESE SIMPLE AND CLEVER STAGING TRICKS

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MANY INTERIOR ome staging is a modern art MAKE THE BED form that industry experts DESIGNERS ARE NOW This seems obvious but ensure believe can add between you make the bed! While it SPECIALISING IN five to 10 per cent or more to the HOME STAGING AND shouldn’t look like a hotel room, sale price of a home. The purpose look well presented.

THEIR PROFESSIONAL itAddshould of home staging is to present a few extra feature INSIGHT WILL ADD your property in its best light, cushions, European cushions encouraging prospective buyers to HUGE VALUE TO YOUR and a throw. This is a great way imagine themselves living there. HOME’S POSITION IN to add colour and texture to the Many interior designers are now room as well!

THE MARKET. specialising in home staging and their professional insight will add huge value to your REMOVE FURNITURE home’s position in the market. But there are also It’s important that potential buyers can imagine small things you can do to style your home for sale. their own lives in your home, so decluttering is vital. Remove unnecessary pieces to create USE REAL PLANTS space. Not only will this allow buyers to Plants create an earthy, natural feel in your home envisage their own furniture in your home, but and add character without too much effort. it will make the space appear much larger.

Healthy, thriving plants signal a home that is cared for and well-loved – very appealing to buyers!

GET OUTSIDE Be sure to show the exterior of your home some HIDE THE TV love too! Wash your windows, mow the lawn These days, televisions are getting larger and and ensure that trees and hedges are trimmed. larger but from a design point of view, they only Remember, this is the first impression your serve to create an intrusive, black hole in your home will make! Another clever trick? Paint your living room. If possible, try and incorporate it into fence a dark colour – it will make the colours of your décor, perhaps hidden by a screen. your foliage really pop!

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L IFE S TYLE

the GLINT of

Copper PHOTOGRAPHY: ANDY MACPHERSON STUDIO

WE SPEAK TO MARK AND KRYSTLE HOLMES, PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE AWARD-WINNING CURRUMBIN COPPERHOUSE ABOUT HOW THEIR UNIQUE VISION WENT FROM AMBITIOUS CONCEPT TO BREATHTAKING REALITY

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a beach feel. The copper gives it Was it always set in your mind THE COPPER GIVES uniqueness and we just love how that you wanted to build a home that was such an ‘outside the IT UNIQUENESS AND it glistens in the sun, and then square’ design?

WE JUST LOVE HOW IT darkens in the rain. For us, the Yes, we love things that are GLISTENS IN THE SUN, timber gives warmth especially different!

AND THEN DARKENS on those cool winter mornings.

Our beautiful blended family first IN THE RAIN. What would you say are the key lived in a three-bedroom villa in features of your home?

Burleigh beachfront, then in the Gold Coasts countryside of Tallebudgera, which we Obviously the copper wave, the glorious views, the upstairs living area to entertain, our Gaggenau outgrew quickly.

So we decided we would build and contacted kitchen with induction cooktop, teppanyaki our good friend Don from Sanctuary28. Luckily plate, grill and steam oven and glass lift. Most enough, he knew a little piece of heaven was up importantly, our kid’s area where the bedrooms for sale on Currumbin Hill, right across from the are connected with sliding doors so they can feel close together when they sleep. Always one big beach and, well, here we are!

The steepness and awkwardness of the land slumber party! The love for my working laundry didn’t scare us; we both love a challenge and knew with kid’s lockers is crazy - every mum would we would build a home perfect for our now family know how important this area is for a busy family! of seven with help from Don and Paul Uhlmann, What would your key piece of advice be for others our architect. wanting to engage in such an ambitious build?

Copper and timber seem to be prominent Make sure you choose a builder and architect that throughout your home. Why did you choose you get on with really well and don’t be afraid to say these two particular resources as your feature if you don’t like something. We really knew what we liked and we kept to the same vision from start to elements?

We wanted our home to still be a part of the natural finish. Finally, sticking to your budget will ensure landscape with a twist of a wave or curve to have building your dream home is a treasured memory!

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PHOTOGRA PH Y

A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS WITH ANDY MACPHERSON (AIPP ACCREDITED) OF ANDY MACPHERSON STUDIO

What ignited your passion – and career – in architectural photography? I have always loved architecture and photography and the opportunity to combine the two came after a friend - who is an engineer - asked me to write a marketing brief for a video he was doing about engineering. I photographed some buildings to decorate the brief and I was hooked!

It is now not only my passion but a thriving small business. It’s great fun!

Being one of the most prolific architectural photographers on the Gold Coast, what would you say makes our region’s designs so unique? I think good architects understand the subtropical climate here and their designs revolve around a clever use of floor plans and openings to make best use of breezes and cross-ventilation.

It is very different to somewhere like Melbourne where the climate is different - typically cooler - and where indoor/outdoor living is less relevant. In terms of the type of building, as far as aesthetics (or typology as an architect would say) I think the Gold Coast is still finding its way. We do have some incredible projects scattered throughout the region and more and more keep 1 0 | GE T I T L I VI N G

Cove House by Justin Humphrey Architect

North Burleigh by Bureau Proberts

PHOTO: VANESSA BROWN

Ze Duplex by Shane Denman Architects

M +61421 916 966 W andy-macpherson.com E andy@andy-macpherson.com andymacphersonstudio popping up. I am passionate about showing people how amazing the architecture of the Gold Coast can be.

From your experience, what design elements are starting to come to the forefront and really trend throughout the region? I am seeing lots of high quality, timeless materials being used on the Gold Coast; great timber, concrete and even copper. All of these materials get better with age. I have seen some quite innovative stuff coming from Studio Workshop around prefabricated design too.

What have been the most memorable properties you have photographed recently? The standouts on the Gold Coast have been Cove House by Justin Humphrey Architect, Albatross Ave by Studio Workshop, North Burleigh by Bureau Proberts and Mermaid House by B.E. Architecture.

Through your trained lens, what is it that really makes a property stand out from the rest? For me, it’s about how the property fits in its environment and how it compares to the houses around it. I think the best buildings, aside from having great scale (don’t feel too big or too small) and materials, politely stand out. They don’t push so hard, designwise, in an opposite direction that they stick out like a sore thumb but instead they consider the buildings around them and the landscape they’re set in and they fit in and stand out, all at the same time.

What are some exciting projects that are taking shape on the Gold Coast now? It’s hard to discuss residential work in progress, but I have seen some great projects popping up from Justin Humphrey, Studio Workshop and B.E. Architecture. In terms of more public, commercial architecture I am interested to see The Jewel towers by DBI Design when it is finished. That would be a fun one to photograph!

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DE SIGN & S TYLE

The Hamptons on the Gold Coast Though the actual Hamptons may be 15,000 kilometres away, there’s no denying the laidback luxurious homes along the breezy coast of Long Island would feel right at home here in Queensland. In fact, it could be argued that the East Coast US architectural style is now even more popular here on the Gold Coast than in its original location – and it’s not difficult to see why.

With our prime beachside location coveted by the country’s glitterati, the Gold Coast is without a doubt Australia’s answer to The Hamptons.

Part of the appeal of The Hamptons style – and the reason it resonates with so many of us – is its ability to transcend many interior approaches, be it a classic, beach-house, modern or opulence.

The simple colour palette of whites, greys and blues, coupled with timeless fixtures and fittings like plantation shutters, silver hardware and butler’s sinks, creates a calming atmosphere and innate elegance coveted by many. So for those dreaming of injecting a little seaside glamour into your abode, we’ve rounded up the best of The Hamptons, here on the Gold Coast.

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Natural Coir Brown Rope Doorstop, $21.90, hamptonshome.com.au

185cm x 185cm Trellis Round Rug, $109, aurugs.com

Medallion Cushion, $90, hamptonsstyle.com.au

Croix Dining Chair, POA, xavierfurniture.com.au

Elsa Vase Large, $159.95, hamptonsstyle.com.au

Sailor Mirror, POA, xavierfurniture.com.au

Doyle & Co Chrome Mantle Clock with Marble Base 25 cm, $99, hamptonshome.com.au

Peony Mix in Carletta Vase, $129.95, hamptonsstyle.com.au

Amsterdam Sofa Chair, POA, xavierfurniture.com.au

Hamptons Cross Coffee Table – White, $890, maisonliving.com.au

Amsterdam Sofa Chair, POA, xavierfurniture.com.au

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L IFE STYLE

Photo: Oliveaux Interiors/George Kouparitsas Architect

Transom and double hung windows provide ideal ventilation and natural light

Ask an

ARCHITECT IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME OR EMBARK ON A RENOVATION PROJECT, SPEAKING WITH AN ARCHITECT ABOUT YOUR OPTIONS IS A PRUDENT FIRST STEP. GET IT LIVING’S RESIDENT ARCHITECT, GEORGE KOUPARITSAS, IS ON HAND TO ANSWER YOUR DESIGN QUESTIONS AND GET YOU STARTED ON THE RIGHT TRACK

QUESTION:

We’re looking to renovate our home – what are some smart design decisions we can make to generate a greater return on our dollar?

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GEORGE SAYS: Let me talk you through a few key factors to think about first and foremost: 1. PRESERVE STRUCTURAL WALLS AND EXISTING ROOF FORMS. It can be tempting to completely gut a home to ensure it fits your purpose – however this can be unnecessarily costly and impractical. If a wall is load-bearing, it’s preferable to keep it intact to reduce construction costs. Introducing structural elements such as steel beams increases costs, which may not convert to profits in the overall value of the home.

Photo: Rochele Decorating/George Kouparitsas Architect

2. POSITION YOUR WET AREAS IN SIMILAR LOCATIONS. If it’s possible to leverage your home’s existing plumbing, then this will be the most cost-effective renovation option. If additional wet areas are required, you should consider grouping the wet areas – for example, placing the main bathroom adjacent to an en suite or laundry.

A large deck is a smart inclusion to make the most of the Gold Coast’s balmy environment.

3. RE-USE ORIGINAL BUILDING MATERIALS. Look for the opportunity to reuse the materials from the original home in your renovation. Not only is it the most sustainable option, it will also help ensure your home retains its character.

For example, you may be able to reuse VJ wall panelling, original pine floorboards, double hung windows or even the front fence palings. Not only does this save money on materials, it also helps reduce costs on dumping fees. It’s surprising how much material is dumped on building sites, which not only hurts the environment but also your hip pocket.

4. BE SYMPATHETIC TO YOUR SURROUNDS. The Gold Coast has unique environmental demands so always ensure this is considered when planning a renovation or a new build. For example, lots of windows and even plantation shutters will help ensure your property maintains its cool and the aircon will only be required for those very hot days and nights. Large decks that provide an outdoor entertaining area will also ensure a great return on your investment.

5. TO RAISE OR NOT TO RAISE? While raising your house to generate more space to build in is often a great option, think carefully about how this will impact the street appeal of your property. Not all homes will retain their charm if they are raised, which can destroy the street appeal of your house by interfering with its original relationship with the street.

6. TO KNOCK DOWN AND REBUILD OR RENOVATE? I’m a huge advocate for retaining and rejuvenating existing dwellings where possible.

A smart design can often be cheaper than a new build and is also a more sustainable option.

Not only can you save money with a renovation project, it also gives you options to live in the dwelling through the construction process, saving more dollars on the overall cost. My advice is to only knock down if it is totally necessary to achieving your dream house vision.

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The NEW CLASSIC

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NEW TO AUSTRALIA, THE FIRST CONTEMPORARY CLASSICS SHOWROOM HAS PROUDLY OPENED THEIR 500 SQUARE METRE GALLERY OF EXCLUSIVE HAND-CREATED FURNITURE ON BUSY BUNDALL ROAD, SHOWCASING THEIR MODERN, DARING DESIGNS TO EAGER DESIGN AND LIFESTYLE AFICIONADOS.

ith over 30 years of leading the design industry in New Zealand under his belt, including three established showrooms, the decision to bring the collection to Australia was an easy one for owner, Grant Furniss.

The Bloom Outdoor Collection is a large component of what makes the showroom ooze impeccable quality and stunning form, all of which is designed for full outdoor environments.

Additionally, there are four more world outdoor labels on show that feature high-end design and superior quality that are at home in the cutting-edge design of the Gold Coast.

“Our focus is on quality. From our materials, right through to our craftsmanship. This isn’t just furniture, it’s an investment,” Grant says.

At the heart of Contemporary Classics is a focus on sustainable world conscience, and this is seen clearly in all pieces hand-selected by Grant.

“Because of the immense skill that artisans put into making these lifetime products, the social conscience is also addressed, “ he explains.

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“These collections come from the hands of hardworking families, not mass-produced machinery. The owners of these productions have worked tirelessly to give support to the workers and their families.”

Stepping into the stunning Bundall showroom, you’ll be met with awe-inspiring and unique outdoor design concepts that seamlessly blend classic and modern design with a hint of boldness. And hidden upstairs is a select range of indoor classic furniture, which is well worth the climb to peruse.

Fashion fades, but the classics never die. Don’t fill your home with furniture, invest in pieces that will complement and enhance your lifestyle.

Grant and the team at Contemporary Classics invite you to push boundaries and attain your dream home concept.

With free in-home consultations and delivery to the Gold Coast region, there is no longer an excuse not to bring your humble abode into the contemporary world.

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L IFE S TYLE

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Cunard House by Koda Design

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MODERN MASTERPIECE

LOOK DOWN ANY STREET ON THE GOLD COAST AND CHANCES ARE YOU’LL COME ACROSS AT LEAST ONE MID-CENTURY STYLE HOME. IN FACT, THESE CLASSIC DWELLINGS OFTEN FORM THE FABRIC OF MANY OF OUR SUBURBS, GIVEN THEY WERE THE STYLE OF CHOICE FOR ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS DURING THE COAST’S PEAK DEVELOPMENT ERA. 1 8 | GE T I T L I VI N G

s their name suggests, mid-century homes are not young starlets, having been constructed between 1945 and 1975. And while this style of abode may have fallen out of favour over the years, the clever use of open plan rooms and seamless indoor/outdoor transitions have put the homes back in favour with wellheeled architectural aficionados.

Architect George Kouparitsas says we’re seeing a resurgence of renovations on the Gold Coast aimed at injecting new life into these old homes by evoking the laid back luxury of the golden years of Palm Springs or the heady lifestyle brought to life in Mad Men. “Mid-century homes can have a timeless appeal as they typically feature a functional design that focuses on natural materials and simple structural form,” says Mr Kouparitsas.

“Today, this serves as a prime foundation for home owners looking to renovate or extend, whether they are seeking to update it to a minimalist, Scandinavian feel, or hark back to the stylish retro vibe of the 1950s.”

So how can you update your original mid-century house into a modern masterpiece? Here are four simple ways to transform a classic mid-century Gold Coast property into a fresh and inspiring architectural delight.

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EMBRACE THE BRICKWORK. Many mid-century homes feature lots of blonde or dark brickwork, which can make a home feel tired, musty and dark. The default of many amateur designers is to cover up the brick, by rendering exterior brickwork, or plasterboarding interior brick walls.

“While this is an effective tactic for modernising the aesthetic, it will strip your house of its character; instead, you can preserve the architect’s original mid-century design intent if you retain the brickwork and simply update it,” says architect George Kouparitsas.

“Consider painting the brick a bright white to give the illusion of extra space and a modern feel. This works for both internal and external brick work. You may also consider leaving a feature wall in the original unpainted condition, to provide some rustic or industrial character to a room.”

ADD SKYLIGHTS TO BRING THE OUTSIDE IN. The Gold Coast has one of the most enviable climates in the world, so ensuring your home makes the most of its sunny skies with big

Isedale House by George Kouparitsas Architect

DE S I GN DIRECTORY George Kouparitsas Architect gkarch.com.au Koda Design kodadesign.com.au Rochele Painting rochelepainting.com.au Velux Skylights velux.com.au windows and doors is imperative.

But due to the design of many midcentury homes, adding windows and doors to some rooms isn’t always possible. The solution? Sky lights.

“Never underestimate the powerful ability of roof windows to instantly transform even the smallest and darkest rooms, by opening them up and flooding them with light,” says Dane Power, Director of Koda Design.

“In the Cunard House, we used Velux Skylights in the den to not only bring the outside in, but also add a stylish talking point for guests.”

PRESERVE ORIGINAL FEATURES WHERE POSSIBLE. Does your home have a vaulted ceiling that looks a bit retro? Fight the urge to purge, as vaulted ceilings are back in vogue, and cost a pretty penny to install.

Instead, freshen it up with a lick of paint and install some feature pendants to draw attention to this indemand architectural feature.

ADD PERSONALITY BY MIXING YOUR FINISHES. While many home owners take a minimalist approach when it comes to picking finishings, mid-century homes provide the perfect opportunity to mix and match the textures of cabinets, benchtops and tiles.

“The key here is to keep one element throughout your house – such as wall colour – simple and consistent, so your other finishes aren’t competing for attention,” says Ali Festa from Rochele Painting.

“We often recommend bright, white walls to add the illusion of space and to complement other finishes such as timber cabinetry and marble benchtops in kitchens, or colourful feature tiles in bathrooms and laundries.”

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