Real Living Australia - June 2016 by Lawrence Ambrocio

STYLISTS CREATE THEIR DREAM ROOMS

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5 1 INSTA INSPIRE See who, what, where inspires the team

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WHAT’S ON THE COVER

Messy interiors, men’s fashion and Nordic cuisine all feature in our recommended books

LOV ING 2 3 AESTHETE

5 4 SIX IDEAS A bubble chandelier, double-duty bedhead and plywood circle light are just some of the cool projects you can make for your home

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This home is ﬁlled with vivid colour and an eclectic mix of pieces. Total space crush!

An interior decorator was after a luxury club style in his classic apartment – and achieved it, hands down, with a heady mix of contrasts

4 5 WHO ARE YOU Meet Amanda Briskin-Rettig, who designed bags because she couldn’t ﬁnd one she loved

Our stylists extraordinaire, Sarah, Jackie and Tahnee, create their dream rooms to shop

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Find out about the trio of stylists from Nathan + Jac, who came up with the bright idea of offering various interior accessory packs

A wintry cabin is warmed up with snuggly textures and a comforting, neutral palette

8 8 SHAPE & COLOUR 4 9 SPACE CRUSH The ﬁtout of Viktoria & Woods boutique is as pared-back and contemporary as the fashion

Scandinavian simplicity and playful touches balance out in a couple’s Melbourne digs

An illustrator’s home is also her work environment – so creative elements and bold colours shine bright in this abode real living

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15 WELCOME 18 COVER CHECKLIST 20 SCHOOL OF real living is back! Book now for the Design & Decoration: Styling 101 Melbourne class 174 TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR FINANCES Money magazine’s Effie Zahos shares her top finance advice 183 TRENDS Navy velvet and blushed leather – get this refined and cosy look 185 STOCKISTS Where to buy your favourite things from this issue 185 Bauer Media Privacy Notice 186 SUBSCRIBE to real living and save up to 33%, plus receive a Laguiole cheese knife set, valued at $89! 188 NEXT MONTH What’s in July

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13 4 BEFORE & AFTER Mixed materials and considered colour choices make this Melbourne warehouse feel luxe

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E AT 15 7 SWEET SLICE From fruity delights to chocolate treats, there’s a sweet pie recipe for any and every occasion

O U T SIDE 16 7 TINY JUNGLE A creative Melbournite just loves plants, with all shapes and sizes ﬁlling her apartment home @reallivingmag

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Dreamy pieces This is an overhead shot of style editor Sarah’s dream room. Check out the whole space on page 68.

The most gorgeous DIY ever! Isn’t this chandelier amazing? Well, you can make it! Flip to page 60 for the how-to info.

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Inspiring pl aces I visited this am azing dark and moo dy space at Dimore Studio, Milan, on a recent work trip. But more on that next issue…

WELCOME HOW ABOUT THE BLUE WALL ON THE COVER – talk about an easy update! I know, I know, hard to put colour on a white wall – especially a classic white wall – and a darker hue, too, but hell, it’s only paint. Interior designer Nina Litchfield shares her own home with real living this month (page 110) and what a stunning palette of colours throughout. The backdrop of different hues in each room enables her to mix all her old furniture with key modern pieces; the colours make all the pieces work hard and updates absolutely everything. Her French classics look totally cool, as do her gilt frames, and her art pops off the walls. It’s a beautiful dialogue between past and present. I dare you to give it a try in your own home. I bet your Metallic glow old furniture that you were bored of will become relevant and somewhat wonderful. I bet Metal candlestick in Silver, you’ll be inspired, re-energised and fall in love with your home all over again. $19.95, H&M. On that note, I do think the time has come for minimalist interiors to take a side step and eclectic mixes of old and new to burst onto the scene. If you’re looking to blame anyone, blame Alessandro Michele from Gucci with his intensely beautiful collection earlier this year – it inspired everyone across the globe and in all fields to seriously mix it up (see above). My pic was taken at the Dimore Studio in Milan and I’ve included it to show you another beautiful moody wall and eclectic space. The use of a navy blue background for the floor and walls is so impactful, I must say it made me feel completely dreamy and winter cosy. The best Dark & handsome colours to try right now: terracotta, deep navy and glints of matt brass. Oh, and don’t forget Dari rug in Burgundy, antique rose – especially great in a cushion, floor rug or even a hero chair.

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SOLID COLOURS AND PLAYFUL INCLUSIONS INJECT YOUTHFUL ENERGY INTO A 19TH-CENTURY HOME GO BOLDLY, GO FEARLESSLY – don’t be afraid to mix old with new for an elegantly interesting interior, which is both stylish and fun to live in. Take a leaf out of our theatrical cover look; Nina Litchﬁeld effortlessly combines antiques and art with leafy palms and bolts of solid colour. Tick off her checklist. R

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AN INTERIOR DECORATOR CREATES A LUXURY CLUB STYLE IN HIS CLASSIC APARTMENT, WHICH IS FULL OF CREATIVE IDEAS AND COOL CONTRASTS

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Leather love In the entrance, Anders installed leather ﬂooring, laying it in a classic herringbone pattern. It is soft to step upon and the leather ages beautifully. Dressed up In the dining area, an Ikea cabinet was painted in an elephant grey and given new handles. The round dining table is also from Ikea, although Anders is saving up to buy his dream table. He also painted this in the same colour as the cabinet, then lacquered it. A

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Join the club Metal tile wallpaper in the living/dining area was found in Rome, and lends a distinct clubby vibe. A bar was created in the corner with an iron frame and vintage mirror as the tabletop, which reflects the light from above. The floor was painted in a grey and with the curtains softens the light in the room. A grey carpet delineates the dining area; the texture a subtle point of difference to the floor. The pendant is a Rue Verte design.

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ANDERS KRAKAU WANTED to create a “luxury club style” in his 80-sq-m apartment, which is situated in an 1800s building, while still respecting the block’s classic architecture and its elegant location. WHAT IS THE FIRST IMPRESSION ON ENTERING THE HOME? From the minute you walk into Anders’s apartment you sense a moody and slightly mysterious atmosphere, a result of sumptuous, dark brown leather flooring in the entrance – which is laid in a classic herringbone pattern – and a muted palette. The feeling is both masculine, without being cold and minimalistic, and feminine, without being girlish. It’s important to Anders that his home feels welcoming, cosy and comfortable for both his guests and himself. WHAT GUIDED THE COLOUR CHOICES AND MATERIALS? The use of soft greys feature strongly, along with the warm 19th-century tones inspired by Danish artist Vilhelm Hammershøi (1864-1916), who was famous for painting subdued portraits and tranquil rooms. The selection of classic materials – leather, aged timber, copper and velour – could have been borrowed from the 19th century, too, although these have been catapulted into the 21st century in an innovative way, mainly through the various designs and their juxtapositions. “You could call the style, classic 18th-century style dressed up to fit now,” Anders comments. DESCRIBE SOME OF THE DECORATIVE CONTRASTS While adhering to classic touches, the interior is anything but traditional. It’s one of contrasts – a cocktail of European lounge style and raw natural elements. In the living room, a plump modern sofa is juxtaposed with an aged timber coffee table. Over the sofa hangs a photo artwork that depicts a bronze sculpture in a park on a grey, winter’s day – a cool contrast to the nearby pile of soft cushions, which are heaped enticingly on the floor. Also beside the sofa, the pile of magazines and books masquerading as a side table is a quirky contrast to the sophisticated drinks trolley and metal-tile wallpaper on the other side of the room. Here, in the dining area, chairs of different designs – some classic, some sentimental – are gathered around a freshly painted Ikea table. FORM OR FUNCTION? There are few knickknacks in this home. Everything has a purpose, whether it’s functional, like the furniture, or aesthetic, such as the tree branch that adds textural, decorative interest to the bedroom. ANY SPLURGES? Anders likes to invest in classic, quality furniture, then play around with accessories, colours and patterns as trends come and go – without going broke or losing his style! It’s a heady mix he’s mastered in his club at home. R

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INTERIOR DECORATOR ANDERS KRAK AU Creative by nature Anders has always been interested in design and fashion. He thought he might become an architect, but was drawn to interior decorating instead. Book lover He has always loved books about music and photographic art, and interior decorating of course, and uses piles of book to create furniture and vignettes. A

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Creative soul Anders sits on one of the four different chairs gathered around the dining table; his is cosied up with a reindeer hide. Chairs include a Philippe Starck “Victoria Ghost” chair and a sentimental leather armchair, inherited from his grandfather. Cutlery bowl A vintage wooden bowl is used to store silver-plated cutlery and coarse cotton napkins. Public art The black sofa, gold cushions and Flavia lamp bring elegance and warmth to the room. The photo artwork is of a bronze sculpture. A

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Through the door A curtain separates the bedroom from the dining and living area. As the living area opens to the bedroom, it’s decorated in a similar style and palette. Seating options In a corner of the living area are piles of pouffes and cushions to entice guests to plonk. Back to bed The bedroom is imbued with a dark, soft lounge style created with an elegant armchair, velour lampshade and cushions, dark bedcover and faux fur throw. It’s both masculine and feminine. A real living

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32 Reﬂected glory The entrance is small but there was still room for a couple of beautiful details including the massive framed mirror and the ﬂoor covered in dark brown leather.

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MAKING WAVES A repetitive, ﬂuid undulation is the inspiration behind Ripple, a new pendant and ﬂoor lamp from Melbourne-based Ilanel (architect Ilan El is the creative force behind the design studio, with illumination his passion). It comes in Champagne, Gold and Bronze. From $690 for small (30cm diameter). Ilanel.com

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The new Basic bedframe from much-loved Aussie furniture designer and maker Mark Tuckey is basically beautiful. It’s made from sandblasted and soap-ﬁnished pine and looks especially dreamy when layered with natural linens in crisp white and sandy tones. $3650 for queen size; mattress and bedlinen not included. Marktuckey.com.au

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KEEP IT SIMPLE A restrained palette and pared-back style is called for in the dining room. Start with a simple black and white base and incorporate warm timber tones, glints of copper and gold, and muted tones of grey, cream and blue.

ABOVE LEFT HOMEWARES GT Signature Cake Plate with Rim Assorted Colours, $60 each; Side Plate Assorted Colours, $35.95 each; Short Ramekin Assorted Colours, $30 each; Creamer Assorted Colours, $35.95 each; Tall Ramekin Assorted Colours, $35.95 each; Low Cake Plate with Stand Assorted Colours, $109.95 each; Tall Cake Plate with Stand Assorted Colours, $109.95 each; Oval Platter Assorted Colours, $60 each. ABOVE RIGHT HOMEWARES GT Signature Side Plate Sage and Slate, HDFK 6DOW 3HSSHU +RVW 3LHFH &XWOHU\ 6HW *7 6LJQDWXUH 2YDO 3ODWWHU 6KRUWEUHDG DQG 9DQLOOD each. GT Signature Short Ramekin Sage, $90. Concrete & Leather Tray, $89.95. OPPOSITE FURNITURE Kai Dining Table (220 x 100cm), $1799. Kai Dining Bench Large, $699 each. Theo Shell Dining Chair, $699 each. OPPOSITE HOMEWARES Matte Black Ginger Jar Small, $39.95; Large, $49.95. Barcart Golden Champagne Bowl, $99.95. Somersby Pendant Black, $219.95.

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L AY E R T E X T U R E Embrace dark tones, soft light and a tactile blend of textiles to create a sophisticated edge in the bedroom. Look for felt, velvet, knits, linen and cotton textures in the form of luxe upholstery, cushions, throws and bed linen.

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AMANDA BRISKIN-RETTIG, OWNER OF LEATHER GOODS LABEL A-ESQUE A BANK BALANCE OF $5000, A HANDFUL OF BAG DESIGNS AND A PLANE TICKET OVERSEAS LAUNCHED AMANDA INTO THE AUSSIE FASHION INDUSTRY WITH HER HANDBAG AND ACCESSORIES LABEL MIMCO. NOW SHE’S UPPING THE ANTE WITH HER HIGH-END LEATHER GOODS BRAND A-ESQUE. Were you creative as a child? “Yes, I loved to play, daydream, window shop and dress up, stomping around in clogs trying on dress after dress, experimenting with hair, frocks, jewellery and my nanna’s bags.”

What are you currently working on? “I’m in a constant state of evolution, creation and, sometimes, frustration with my work. Today my mind is on micro cases and new appliqué patterns.” Who/what are your creative inﬂuences? “An eclectic mix of creatives spanning various aspects of design, interiors, architecture and fashion. Peoplewatching, everyday people and memories tend to be the greatest inﬂuence for me. I soak it all up all the time, I always have.” What is the strangest place you’ve found inspiration? “A building site. There’s something about the purist nature of bags that are made for purpose, like toolbelts. I really enjoy seeing industrial, functional bags in use.” Your most treasured item? “My engagement ring. It was my husband’s grandmother’s. She left it to him in a safe with a note: ‘For your wife’. It’s romantic. I love the story so I treasure the ring.” What’s your favourite colour? “For me, colour and texture are paramount. Awkward colour combinations have always been my thing. The colours on my

Petal Pure bags exemplify this. I love thinking about the clash and mix, and work hard to achieve it.” Favourite space? “Our home. It inspires me daily and remains a sanctuary for our family life. The fact that we love being together under the roof of our home makes it my favourite, most valued space.” The most inspiring space you have ever walked into? “Villa Necchi in Milan. The 1930s heritage-listed villa (which is now a museum) was the backdrop to Luca Guadagnino’s movie I Am Love. The juxtaposition of textures, the mix of polish, industrial and worn is exquisite.” Who’s your hero? “I enjoy Tilda Swinton… her attitude, her hair, here wardrobe, her ‘take’ on life.” Finish this sentence: I never leave home without… “My perfume – Baudelaire by Byredo – my phone, and my bags.” So, what’s inside your handbag? “I have bags in my bags. I often carry around new designs – playing, road testing and thinking about them. I’m usually at a loss to ﬁnd my keys and wallet.” A-esque.com R

Face off Wyatt keyring, $100, and Box clutch Midi E-motion, $700, A-Esque.

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Olivia cotton/leather cushion (50cm), $130, Nathan + Jac.

THERE’S NO STOPPING THE “DRIVEN CREATIVES” BEHIND STYLING BRAND NATHAN + JAC NATHAN + JAC STARTED as a bit of a passion project for us. Jac and Bec met while studying interiors at RMIT then we all ended up working together on various styling projects; we knew we shared a very similar aesthetic, so we brought our strengths together in one place. THE IDEA for the business came after realising some clients didn’t need a full house style, just an accessory-and-art pack to give their homes a new lease on life. We saw an opportunity to offer complete styled accessory packs and now offer full-room linen and accessory packs, plus a range of individual cushions, rugs, homewares and art. We release six full collections a year and accessory packs and products weekly. OUR CUSHIONS have been so well received – seeing our ﬁrst range was exciting. We all work really hard, but the fact that we have created a viable business out of something we love doing is the biggest highlight of them all. R

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SALLY CAHAL AN STUDIED A CERTIFICATE IV IN DESIGN AND DIPLOMA OF SURFACE DESIGN AT ISCD. SHE NOW RUNS HER OWN HOMEWARES AND TEXTILE BUSINESS, SOUK & CO, AND RECENTLY CO-DESIGNED A FABRIC R ANGE FOR EMILY ZIZ HOW DID YOUR TIME AT ISCD HELP YOU TO GET TO WHERE YOU ARE NOW? iscd provided me with a vibrant and nurturing environment to explore and grow creatively. I met like-minded people, developed friendships and a career network and have had some amazing opportunities through the industry briefs and awards. My surface design know-how allows me to produce designs across all sorts of mediums, and see them brought to life through the production process.

Overall, though, the most important thing that I gained from studying at iscd is the belief and conﬁdence to follow my creative path.

WHAT DO YOU DO NOW? Along with fellow student Sally Palmer, I was the winner of the 2014 Emily Ziz Surface Design Graduate of the year award. We had the opportunity to design our own fabric collection “La Paradiso” which has just been launched. I also launched my business Souk & Co. (www.soukandco.com) based on my passion for travel,

design and unique products. I travel to Morocco to source and import artisanal homewares and custom pieces and also am designing hand painted tiles and bespoke hand loomed textiles from Morocco.

ANY ADVICE TO PEOPLE WHO WANT TO GET INTO THE INDUSTRY AND ARE LOOKING TO STUDY? Go to an information session at iscd – this was what stirred the creative in me. The Certiﬁcate IV in Design course was a fun, creative and inspiring year.

If you’re passionate about interior decorating, design, styling or colour and want to make a career change or explore a new direction, contact iscd. Choose from a range of courses and timetable options that suit your lifestyle and interests. Enrolments are open in Sydney and Melbourne for our July on campus intake and our online course. For more information contact www.iscd.edu.au

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“The brushed silver racking and mirrored ﬁtting rooms represent the simple and contemporary side of our label, while the timber ﬂoors give the space an earthier balance,” Margie says. The interior design was done by Fiona Lynch (Fionalynch.com.au) and the construction by Promena Projects (Promena.com.au).

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“WHEREVER POSSIBLE, WE SOURCED FURNITURE AND FITTINGS LOCALLY,” MARGIE SAYS. “WE WORKED WITH A LOCAL TIMBER TURNER WHO USES RECYCLED TIMBER FOR THE FLOORS. LIGHTING MADE IN VICTORIA – FROM RECYCLED OSTRICH SHELLS – PROVIDED A QUIRKY ELEMENT.

Simply stylish The brand’s focus on “simplicity and timelessness” ﬂows from the clothes to the store ﬁtout.

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All wrapped up Kloss oversized knit, $399, Viktoria & Woods.

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Casually chic Teller ﬂare pants, $229, and Lacoste Trajet sneakers, $220, Viktoria & Woods.

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Street- and high-fashion photographer Tommy Ton has the ability to capture detailed garments with wit and energy. Pictured: Prada Fall/Winter 2016.

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CUTE IDEA THREE MATTRESSES ON THE FLOOR WITH DIFFERENT SHEETS

Time 20 mins + drying You will need Paint in colour of choice & paint roller; door (2.04m x 82cm x 35mm; available from Bunnings); 2 x 2m lengths cotton rope; hollow curtain rod cut into 2 x 82cm lengths; butcher’s paper roll (available from craft shops); drill; screws

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Step 1 Paint one side of door in chosen colour. Allow to dry, then apply second coat. Step 2 Thread rope through curtain rod, allowing an even length to be poking out either side. Repeat with other rope and rod. Step 3 Lay door horizontally against the wall so it’s easier to reach. Thread one curtain rod through tube of butcher’s paper, hold paper roll in place along top of door then tie rope around door and fasten tightly with a knot. Step 4 Pull some paper down length of door. Use second curtain rod and rope to secure paper in place by tying rope tightly at back. Step 5 Flip door over and secure rope to back of door using drill and screws. Stand door up vertically and fill with lists, ideas… Roll up, roll up Reuben plywood desk in White, $749, Life Interiors. Muuto “Nerd” chair in Grey, $670, Living Edge. Felix Ball pendant in Matt White, $179, Clickon Furniture. ON DESK iPad Mini 2, from $369, Apple. Manni votive in Melon, $17.95, Country Road. Stone vase in Putty, $129, Dinosaur Designs; holding pencils from Target. Ferm Living perforated filing tray in Dusty Green, $79, Designstuff. Notebook from Officeworks. Native Union “Switch” speaker in White, $219, and Sagaform glass water bottle, $39.90, Top3 By Design. ON CHAIR Kreafunk “Ahead” wireless headphones, $210, Top3 By Design. WALL PAINT Taubmans Endure Interior in Parakeet Pete (blue), $44.90 for 1L, and Riviera Rose, $44.90 for 1L, Bunnings. Porter’s Paints low-sheen in Lamb’s Wool, $44 for 1L. ON FLOOR Hex tiles in Concrete, $129 a sq m, Teranova.

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3 PLY CIRCLE LIGHT Ambient glow Drum dining table in American Oak, $1595, Clickon Furniture. Maggie chairs in Chalet Tan, $2152 each, and Maggie armchair, $2467, Jardan. ON TABLE Oversized glass vase in Grey, $179, West Elm; holding seeded gum by Sinead Ambrose Florist. Ivrig glasses, $1.99 each, Ikea. WALL PAINT Porter’s Paints low-sheen in Chilli Coral, $45 for 1L, and eggshell in Lamb’s Wool, $44 for 1L. ON FLOOR Pikralida tiles in Vivid Green, $129 a sq m, Teranova.

Time 1 hr You will need Plywood sheet (1.2m x 81cm x 2.7mm); measuring tape; pencil; hammer; small, thin nails; string; jigsaw; sandpaper; pine offcut (about 20cm long, width will depend on how far you want the light to sit away from the wall); wood adhesive; picture hanging wire; Magic Living 3 pack of LED push lights from Bunnings; hook or suitable wall fixture Step 1 Measure desired diameter of light on plywood sheet (ours is 80cm wide). Use pencil to mark a point in centre of circle. Step 2 Hammer nail into marked point about halfway in. Tie one end of string around nail, then tie other end to pencil making sure the string measures 40cm (this will create an 80cm-wide diameter). Step 3 Holding the string taut, move pencil around board to form a perfect circle. Remove nail and discard. Step 4 Use jigsaw to carefully cut out marked circle. Sand all edges smooth. Step 5 Attach pine offcut to one side of circle in the centre using wood adhesive. Create a loop with picture hanging wire and secure to pine offcut with nails. Step 6 Secure lights evenly around back of circle using adhesive. Turn push lights on then hang light on hook or ﬁxture. A Project cost

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A FUTURISTIC, ANGULAR ARTWORK LIKE THIS ONE IS AN EDGY FOCAL POINT IN AN ENTRANCEWAY OR RUMPUS ROOM. REPLACE A MIRROR FOR A BIT OF FUN Artistic reflection Quadrant single sofa in Grey, from $1700, Koskela. Velvet beanbag in Deep Lake, $129, Kip & Co. Minimalista console in Marble/White, $999, Blu Dot. The Box amplifier in White, $750, Seletti. Epiphone SG G-400 Pro 1966 limited-edition electric guitar in Arctic White, $749, Gallin’s Musician’s Pro Shop. Felix Swivel Ball pendant lights in Chrome, $245 each, Clickon Furniture. ON SOFA Velvet Fringe cushion cover in Deep Lake, $89, Kip & Co. ON CONSOLE Volcanic vase in Black/Snow, $120, Large Pebble vase in Turquoise, $300, Small Cloud bowl in Silver, $80, and Large Stone vase in Moody Blue, $220, Dinosaur Designs. Sunglasses from The Iconic. My House Of Cards porcelain display, $80, Seletti. ON AMPLIFIER iPhone 5s, $759, Apple. Tunes Studio headphones in Silver, $14.88, Officeworks. ON WALL Milton & King “Soft White Bricks” wallpaper in White, $160 for 10m roll, Natty & Polly. ON FLOOR Chuck Taylor sneakers from Converse. Cowhide rug in Grey/White, $500, NSW Leather Co. Solidtex vinyl flooring in Norma Blanc, $29.75 a sq m, Gerflor.

If these steps seem a little tricky, don’t worry! There’s a video to help you through. You can find it at Homestolove.com.au/rl Time 2 hrs You will need Ruler; pencil; utility knife; foil cardboard in Silver (three 50.8cm x 63cm sheets); hot-glue gun; foamboard (50cm x 77cm); appropriate wall fixture Step 1 Use ruler and utility knife to cut a triangle from corner of cardboard, taking note of the length of the longest side. Score a line on the mirror-side from the 90-degree corner of the triangle (the corner joining the two short sides) to the centre of the long side. Fold along scored edge. Step 2 Refer to the length of the long side of triangle and divide it by two. Draw another triangle with two sides this length – the third side can be as long or short as you like. Step 3 Cut out second triangle, leaving a 1cm border along the two sides that are the same length. Trim corners of triangle so bordered edges are angled inwards. Step 4 Turn second triangle right-way up and score along the two bordered edges. Fold in and flip triangle back over. Use hot-glue gun to apply adhesive to each tab, then place the even matching edges of the first triangle, folded inwards, against the two glued tabs. Gently press to stick together. Step 5 You should now have a threedimensional triangle – a pyramid. Apply glue to each of the inside corners and place on foamboard. Alternatively, you could make all of your triangles first before adhering to the board. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until you have enough triangles to fill the board. You can also place smaller triangles on top of the larger ones for a layered effect. Step 6 Once complete, cut through foamboard around edge of triangle arrangement. Hang using appropriate wall fixture. A

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5 BUBBLE CHANDELIER Time 1 hr 30 mins You will need Clear Christmas baubles (40 for a small chandelier, 80 for large); fishing line; scissors; Brilliant DIY White pendant light suspension kit from Bunnings; 6-watt (low-watt) LED bayonet light bulb; clear cable tie Step 1 Remove tops of baubles. Securely tie fishing line around openings of each bauble leaving a 1.5m tail of line off each. Step 2 Collect all baubles together and position them in preferred arrangement (you might need a friend to help you). Once arranged, secure lines together with a knot about 30cm above the highest bauble. Step 3 Insert light bulb into suspension kit fixture. Position light in the middle of the bauble cluster at desired height, then fasten the pendant cord to fishing line under the knot using cable tie. Trim any excess fishing line. Step 4 Contact an electrician to hang your new chandelier. Switch on and admire. A

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Going glam Modern Chesterfield leather sofa in Sienna, $3899, and Erik leather wing armchair, $1499, West Elm. Plateau coffee table in White/Marble, $1299, Blu Dot. ON SOFA Cotton velvet cushion cover in Navy, $44.90, Citta Design. Jonah Overdyed cushion in Teal, $169, Sage & Clare. Bauen patchwork linen cushion cover in Baltic, $84.90, Citta Design. ON COFFEE TABLE Extra Large Resin Earth bowl in Turquoise Swirl, $880, Glass vase in Blue/ Grey, $297, and Stone vase in Ivory, $220, Dinosaur Designs. Vitreluxe tapered glass vase in Grey, $89, West Elm. Hydrangeas by Sinead Ambrose Florist. ON ARMCHAIR Diagonal knit throw in Forest, $589, Jardan. ON WALL Shibori City Scape wallpaper in Night, $195 for 10m roll, Milton & King. ON FLOOR Iris Overdyed rug in Teal (1.65m x 2.42m), $1999, Sage & Clare. Solidtex vinyl flooring in Norma Blanc, $29.75 a sq m, Gerflor. real living

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Time 40 mins You will need Tape measure; pencil; drill & screws (or appropriate wall fixtures); spirit level; 4 x non-structural pine lengths (two 2.22m x 9cm x 35mm; and two 1.02m x 9cm x 35mm); plywood sheet (2.4m 1.02m x 3mm); hammer & flat-head nails; 3 x premium dressed pine lengths with mitred ends (one 2.4m x 18.4cm x 19mm; two 1.02m x 18.4cm x 19mm; and two 40cm x 18.4cm x 19mm). Note: measurements are to fit a queen bed; ask your local hardware store to cut your timber to size and to mitre ends of dressed pine for you. Step 1 Mark on wall approximately where you’d like to place your bedhead. Ours is about 20cm off the ﬂoor. Create a frame by screwing non-structural pine lengths to wall in a rectangle, ensuring pieces are level. Step 2 Hold plywood sheet ﬂat against pine frame and secure with nails (you might need a friend to help you hold plywood in place). Step 3 Place the 2.4m-long dressed pine length on top of frame and secure with screws, making sure the mitred edges are facing down. Repeat with side panels (1.02m) and bottom shelves (40cm). Secure shelves together with a nail at each corner. Step 4 Position your bed in the middle of the bedhead then decorate shelves with your favourite books and trinkets. R

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On display ON BEDHEAD TOP SHELF Small Stone vase in Black/Snow, $80, Dinosaur Designs. Assorted books from Harry Hartog and Norsu Interiors. Mossebo frame in Oak Effect, $14.99, Ikea. Flowerpot pot & saucer in Grey, $29, Hay. Dichondra plant from Plants Plus. BOTTOM SHELF The Classic watch in Rose Gold/ Grey, $189, The Horse. Polished Medium Stone vase in Chalk, $156, Dinosaur Designs. Wrong For Hay marble lens box in Green, $149, Designstuff. Life And Love Of Trees book by Lewis Blackwell, $25, and The Stylist’s Guide To NYC book by Sibella Court, $39.99, Harry Hartog. ON BED Linen duvet set in Sage (includes 2 pillowcases, 1 shown), $335 for queen, Cultiver. Pike knit cushion in Grey, $59.95, Aesa cushion in White, $49.95, and Aspen knit throw in Marshmallow, $499, Country Road. ON WALL Rebel Walls “Limed Washed Wall” wallpaper, $76 a m, Scandinavian Wallpaper & Decor. ON FLOOR Marset “Follow Me” lamp, $289, Designstuff. Sierra Weave rug in Chalk (1.7m x 2.4m), $1080, Life Interiors. Solidtex vinyl ﬂooring in Norma Blanc, $29.75 a sq m, Gerﬂor. For stockists, see page 185.

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Ultramarine dream Shale 2-drawer/2-door dresser in Smoke, $2799, Blu Dot. French 19th-century oval dining table, $3900, Marle & Row. 1970s vintage chairs in Chrome, $110 each, Mitchell Road Antique & Design Centre. Saﬁno lounge chair in Blue Velvet, $1095, Clickon Furniture. George Nelson “Bubble Lamp” CC Pear pendant light, $1099, Spence & Lyda. ON DRESSER FROM LEFT Beach Bums photographic print by Akila Berjaoui, $600 for 60cm x 90cm, Akila Berjaoui. Colour glass carafe in Gold Dot, $63, and low water tumbler in Gold Dot, $28, Hay. Mira Duo mirror in Ocean, $199, Middle Of Nowhere. Untitled 7 oil on canvas artwork by Sylvia McEwan, $1900, Koskela. ON TABLE FROM LEFT Books from Dymocks and Books Kinokuniya. Vintage Gold Tangle 1982 sculpture, $695, Our Space Interiors. Foliage in vase from Hermetica Flowers. Tom Dixon “Oil” candle, $170, Dedece. Box Box boxes, $108 for set of 5 (only 1 shown), Hay. ON WALL Vintage Italian sconces, $750 each, Ken Neale Twentieth Century Modern. Sarah Ellison “Cheetah” wallpaper in Cobalt , $94 a lineal m (1.27m wide), Emily Ziz Style Studio. ON FLOOR Dari rug (2m x 3m), $3400, Jardan. SARAH WEARS Shirt from Equipment, and her own pants and shoes. A real living

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Light as air Smith armchair in Tan, $849, Barnaby Lane. Max Italian Carrara marble bedside table in American Oak, $995, Urban Couture. Rest Assured “Firm” queen ensemble bed, $759, Forty Winks. Freya bedhead, $900, Nathan + Jac. Enoki “Cumulus” medium pendant light in White with Grey cord, $689, Zanui. Aina curtains in White, $79 a pair, Ikea. ON BEDSIDE Books from Nathan + Jac. AYTM “Quarter Circle Unity” trays in Rose, $39, and Grey, $62, Urban Couture. Timber & Brass candle, $69.95, Tända Modern. ON BED Linen ﬂ at sheet in Dusk, $175, and standard pillowcases in Dusk, $80 a pair, Cultiver. Sove linen quilt cover in Mist, $339 for king, pillowcases in Mist, $69.90 each, and Hicks woven cushion cover, $89.90, Citta Design. AYTM “Coria” leather cushion in Amber, $235, Urban Couture. ON WINDOW LEDGE Nightshade pot in Ice Blue, $95, Ivy Muse; holding plant from Flower Power. Half Moon mirror in Copper, $120, The Minimalist. Clearboy clear quartz crystal, $119, and Chevronica amethyst crystal, $79, Stoned Crystals. ON WALL Walls clad in Selex primed pine lining board, $9.96 for 2.4m x 14cm, Bunnings; painted in Sherwin-Williams paint in Alabaster, $72 for 3.78L, Masters Home Improvement. Introspection 1 and Introspection 2 oil on canvas artworks (51cm x 61cm), $850 each, Hannah Fox Art. ON FLOOR Wooden tiles In Sand, Di Lorenzo. Souk wool rug (2.74m x 3.66m), $1699, West Elm. Books from Dymocks. Fiddle leaf ﬁg tree from Garden Life; in Anchor planter 70, $145, Mr Kitly. A real living

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Burnt terracotta Directions 3-door buffet in LTD Coffee, $1899, Freedom. Memphis Square coffee table in American Oak, $2560, Jardan. Rattan bench, $459, HK Living. Phoenix Butler round side table in Green Tea, $867, Jardan. Timothy Oulton “Shabby” 3-seat sofa in Vintage Leather, $5895, Coco Republic. ON BUFFET FROM LEFT Mira Arched mirror in Dusk, $375, Middle Of Nowhere. Porcelain lidded jars by Ulrica Trulsson, from $220 each, China Clay. AYTM “Global” round glass vase in Forest/Brass, $129, Urban Couture. Incipit Sula tall vessel in Terracotta, $159 and Sula medium vessel in White, $149, Meizai. Pop & Scott “Dip” pot in Terracotta, $130, Koskela; holding Monstera deliciosa plant, $45, Garden Life. ON COFFEE TABLE FROM LEFT Alavo small marble platter in Mineral Green, $49.95, Country Road. Stoneware canister in Mochi with Brass handle, $83, and Anchor Ceramics stoneware planter in Terracotta, $120, Koskela; holding aloe vera, $9.95, Bunnings. Ceramic small Flower bowl, $95, Dinosaur Designs. Books from Dymocks and Books Kinokuniya. ON SIDE TABLE FROM LEFT Virgin Suicides candle, $70, Tête À Tête Incendere. Mushroom table lamp, $129, Freedom. Tara Burke vase, $70, China Clay. ON SOFA Velvet cushion cover in Orange, $95, and cushion insert, $20, The Society Inc. ON WALL Staghorn from Flower Power. Stars In Her Eyes #2 art print by Dina Broadhurst, $750 for 42cm x 62cm, Dina Broadhurst; in Mossebo frame, $39.99, Ikea. Porter’s Paints Ultra Flat Acrylic paint in Ashen (white), and Blackheath (green), each $44.05 for 1L. ON FLOOR Monte Neutral #53 rug (2.1m x 1.46m), $1140, Pampa. Primetex Grain ﬂooring in Factory Anthracite, $38 a sq m installed, Gerﬂor. TAHNEE WEARS Corduroy overalls in Tobacco, $199, Shakuhachi, and her own top and sneakers. For stockists, see page 185. R

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Gather ’round The couple purchased the fireplace long before the house was built. It not only heats the home but encourages the family to gather and chat. Eclectic mementos – drawings, photographs and flea-market finds – dress the wall at right. Snow day The cabin’s wintry surroundings.

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BOUTIQUE OWNER HANNE BORGE, HER PARTNER P ER A ND T HEIR K IDS L E A H, 11, A ND T EO, 8 Peace and quiet The cabin is private and welcoming as it’s located on a ridge with no view of neighbours. In winter, the area turns into a winter wonderland complete with mountains and pine trees as far as the eye can see. “We love our cabin and being close to nature,” Hanne says. During the summer months, the family hike on the ridge and pick berries for jams and fruit pies to enjoy on the terrace later. Working with the elements The art of creating atmospheres forms a considerable part of Hanne’s work, and something she has mastered to perfection. Grey hues and a simple aesthetic used for the interior of the chalet harmonises well with the surrounding snow-topped landscape. A

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Back to black For visual impact, Hanne painted the back wall in the dining room jet black. A vintage shelf on wheels services the oft-used dining area. Old and new Kitchen cabinets are made from planks that were recycled from an old barn, while benchtops are poured concrete. The pendant is Muuto, the sink, Ikea. Tile talk Vintage tiles have been laid against a painted wooden ﬂoor to contrasting effect. Shoes off! A pair of upholstered linen benches in the entranceway offer a comfy spot for putting on, taking off shoes. The wall light was custom made. A

AFTER A LONG DAY on the slopes the Borge family retreat to their cabin, kick off their ski boots, hang up their jackets and relax back in a sheepskin-covered armchair in front of a crackling fire. What more could you want? The cabin, which is about a three-hour drive north of Oslo, Norway, was designed and built in 2006 by homeowner Per, who was inspired by Nordic log houses from the early 19th century, resembling Viking houses. The guiding principal for the dimensions of the house was determined by the length of the logs used, the result being a simple rectangular shape. “It feels like a cave where we can retreat and simply be together as a family,” says Per’s partner and the home’s chief decorator Hanne. “Being with our friends and family means a lot to us. Therefore, we chose to live with open common rooms between the kitchen, dining and living rooms.” Hanne and Per also wanted the cabin to play host to all their friends who often visit during the ski season. The cabin’s interior is cool and modern with many personal touches including lots of little gathering areas – in every nook and corner there’s a spot to sit and relax with a hot cup of tea, a game of cards or a good book. The calming hues of grey combined with raw timber elements throughout set the tone for a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Per and Hanne were also conscious to avoid that new-build feeling by introducing reclaimed materials and vintage items. “Our kitchen is constructed out of reclaimed wooden planks and all 13 doors are vintage and were bought locally,” Hanne explains. “We put an ad in the local paper and announced we were seeking old materials and interior pieces, so now we have all these doors in different colours and sizes that are anything but sterile.” Hanne has also drawn elements and inspiration from her interiors boutique Bolina and surrounded herself with a raw industrial design. “I don’t like items that are too perfect or match together too well. Industrial design projects a sense of sincerity because the items were designed to be used and are not simply aesthetic,” Hanne says. “An interior is much more interesting if it consists of surprising features and compositions, so we have used non-traditional solutions and introduced vintage items. It provides the space with a story and a degree of edginess.” R

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MAKE PROJECT Fabric blinds Step 1 Take your fabric, measure window and cut fabric to ﬁt, leaving an excess of 6cm at the top and 3cm around the sides. Step 2 Fold a 3cm hem along the two sides of the fabric and iron along the folds. Sew with sewing machine. Step 3 Roll bottom edge of fabric around the piece of dowel once and staple in place. Step 4 Take your wooden baton and drill a hole a quarter of the way in from one corner and repeat at the other corner. Cut two equal lengths from the cord and tie the end of one length around the baton next to the ﬁrst hole, then tie the other length next to the second hole. Staple in place. Step 5 Cut two lengths of strong fabric for tabs (around 15cm long) and hem the edges. Sew a metal ring onto the end of each tab. Step 6 Fold the top edge of the fabric over the wooden baton and staple in place, then sew the fabric tabs onto the front of the fabric so that they’re aligned with the holes in the baton and the rings are dangling down. Step 7 Through the holes already made in the baton (underneath your tabs), attach baton to wall using wood screws. Step 8 Attach a cleat at desired height on the inner right window frame. Step 9 Now loop lengths of cord around rolled-up blind and thread through the rings. The far piece will need to thread through both rings. Arrange cord, pull taut and secure to the cleat. Y O U

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Raw edge An Original BTC “Titan” pendant lamp hangs above the St-Paul Home dining table from Bolina to create an industrial look in an otherwise organic decor. A

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Snuggle up In the TV room, a surﬁng print is a contrast to the home’s wintry feel. The coffee table is made from a locally sourced tree stump and leftover concrete from the kitchen benchtops. Plush cushions invite afternoon naps and movie time.

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1 Mongolian lamb cushion cover in Platinum (41cm), $99, West Elm. 2 Miners hanging pendant lamp, $79.95, Cranmore Home. 3 Create pendant light in Black, $44.95, Beacon Lighting. 4 Titan 1 pendant light in Natural Aluminium, $498, Dunlin. 5 Industrial bookshelf in Black (1.8m high), $1089, Loft Furniture. 6 Ribba frame in Black, from $7.99 for 21cm x 30cm, Ikea. 7 Design Letters “AJ” porcelain cup in Letter I, $37, Top3 By Design. 8 Bounty narrow bedside table in Maple, $169, Fantastic Furniture. 9 Newport petrified wood coffee table, $3040, Globe West. 10 Icelandic sheepskin in Dusty Grey, $375, Mr & Mrs White. 11 Estate dining table in Natural, $2199, Freedom. 12 Antler, $280, The Design Hunter. 13 Sockerärt jug in White, $9.99, Ikea. 14 Series assorted dinnerware in Matt Black, from $8.95 for mug, Freedom. 15 Faux fur sheepskin cushion cover in White (61cm), $99, West Elm. For stockists, see page 185. Colours and finishes FROM LEFT Prefinished lining board in White, $7.80 a lineal m (90mm wide), Glosswood. Dulux Wash & Wear paint in Bilby, $85.90 for 4L. Murobond Pure paint in Chinoiserie, $89 for 4L. Poured concrete flooring, approx $35 to $65 a sq m, from concrete flooring suppliers. real living

shape & colour An illustrator’s home is a place for living & creating, her works inspiring the palette

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Fashion feature A fashion illustration by homeowner Liselotte Watkins hangs in the living area. Colour is translated into the room’s accessories. Work at home The small green-painted storage room doubles as Liselotte’s workshop where she can “create in freedom and leave a mess”. A

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ALTHOUGH LISELOTTE WATKINS is enveloped in the fashion industry as a fashion illustrator, you’ll rarely find her in a pair of high heels; she prefers to dress herself in good-quality but comfortable clothes. The same applies to her home – it must look beautiful and inspiring, but needs to be functional for herself, her husband Jonas and their two young children Wim and Ava. The heart of the home is the joined living/dining zone where two rooms are separated by large glass doors. To one side, the dining room features a large, raw timber table, mismatched chairs and a collection of porcelain vases – it’s Liselotte’s favourite space and where she spends most of her time. To the other side, the living area is formal but comfortable and offers a range of seating options making it perfect for both creative meetings and more relaxed family gatherings. “The room is furnished with an elaborate casualness,” Liselotte says of the living area. “My balance is somewhere between order and chaos.” Earthenware vessels, touchy-feely textures and original parquetry flooring offer a warm, welcoming touch. Down the elegantly tiled hallway, a small storage room with bright green walls doubles as Liselotte’s workspace. The room is where she can “create in freedom and leave a mess when I need to”. Liselotte’s bold and colourful illustrations often make their way from the workshop walls out into the living spaces, the artworks’ hues are then carried into the accessories. Next to Liselotte’s workspace is the kitchen, a rectangular room that looks out onto a balcony. Here, her penchant for vintage items is even more evident as many of the pieces have been picked up at flea markets or antique boutiques. “I grew up in the countryside surrounded by dogs, cats and foxes,” Liselotte says. It’s no surprise animal motifs, even animals, are peppered around the home. A taxidermy deer head hangs in the living area and framed bugs decorate the kids’ bedroom. More original features are found in the bathroom: blue ceramic tiles with a floral pattern and a large bathtub. A cabinet “taken from the side of the road”, a chipped stool and a few retro oil paintings complete the picture. It’s an eclectic combination that just seems to work. “I could never see myself in a minimalist house,” Liselotte says. “To create, I need to hear my kids and the dog running around, playing and staining the floor with mud. Only then do I feel at home.” R

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All purpose “I welcome friends here, do my drawing, do homewor k with the kids, have dinner. It’s my kingdom,” says Liselotte of the dining area. Prickly pear cacti in Sicilian porcelain vases crown the simple, raw timber table. Mismatched chairs – ﬂea-market ﬁnds – create a perfectly casual feel.

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T H IS M EL BOU R N E HOM E IS A BA L A NCE OF SC A N DI SI M PL ICI T Y A N D PL AY FU L PER SONA L TOUCH ES. Here, a white De La Espada “Bench” bench seat with a brown leather seat pad doubles as a display area for ceramics by Yoko Ozawa from Mr Kitly. Above it hangs a pair of Kareena Zerefos prints from Signed & Numbered in Prahran. The RestartMilano wall lamp is both light and sculpture. A

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W H EN R ICH A A N D EDDI E MOV ED I N, T H EY H A D A CUSTOM-DESIGN ED WA L L U N I T I NSTA L L ED I N T H E LI V I NG ROOM. It houses not only the TV, but the couple’s treasured books and decorative homewares. Opposite, a three-seater Wilfred sofa from Jardan is deliciously plump. A

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R ICH A PA N T & EDDIE K AU L LI V E I N THIS COOL C A R LTON A PA RTM EN T. “ T he t h i n g s t h a t a t t r a c t e d u s wer e t he be a u t if u l ar c h i t e c t u r e, a m a z i n g lo c a t io n c lo s e t he c it y, t he C a r lt on a nd Fit z r oy c a fe s a nd t he E x h i bit ion g a r den s ju s t a c r o s s t he r o a d . Th e i n t e r i or s wer e b e a u t if u l l y pr op or t i on e d a nd p er fe c t l y si z e d for a c ouple w it h no k id s , a nd t he f i n i she s wer e sup e r b ,” R ic h a s ay s .

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of antique prints from Brighton Maps. On the two shelves below, Richa has curated her books into a charming display. A Bulb pendant light from Great Dane Furniture hangs over another part of the living room joinery. Here, a vignette of plants and ceramics is displayed in front of a Camie Lyons artwork. Sheer grey curtains complete the scene. A

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T H E HOM E IS A ST U DY I N SC A N DI NAV I A N DESIGN, I NCLU DI NG M U U TO “A ROU N D” COFFEE TA BL ES, H AY “K A L EI DO” T R AYS A N D A V EDEL BI R D BY A RCH I T ECT M A DE. The kitchen features a similarly simplistic design and palette with crisp white cabinetry and Turkish limestone benchtops in Tundra Grey. The painting is by Matthew Johnson. Just off the kitchen is the dining zone, where a round table made by Daniel Barbera is teamed with About A Chair chairs from Hay. Above hangs a Mufﬁn solid oak pendant light by Dan Yeffet and Lucie Koldova for Brokis. The rug underneath the table setting is from Melbourne-based Halcyon Lake. A

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CR EATI V IT Y IS A N EVOLU TIONA RY process, and often with interiors, the style you originally love isn’t always what you end up decorating with. Such was the case for Richa Pant and Eddie Kaul. The couple bought their two-bedroom apartment in Melbourne in 2012, and both hailing from India – Eddie and Richa moved to Melbourne about 20 years ago – had intended to fill the place with lots of colour and Indian references. But, the style of the building and city location led them down a different path. Melbourne interior design firm Hecker Guthrie were employed to do the original interior fitout of the building, so Richa and Eddie brought them back to help with the decorating process. In the beginning, the journey was a little confronting – the vibrant couple were stepping into neutral territory – but they love the end result. “It’s light and airy, with a soft colour palette,” Richa says. The interior has many Scandinavian influences: the palette and simple designs in particular, but its roots are definitely Australian. Key furniture pieces include a sofa from local brand Jardan and a dining table made by Melbourne designer Daniel Barbera. “And it’s full of Australian artwork,” Richa says. “Art is a very important part of our home; without it, our home is incomplete,” she adds. The professional couple love to entertain in their downtime and do so both indoors and out in their courtyard. This outdoor space is filled with plants, though neither Richa or Eddie profess to being natural green thumbs. Paul Hyland from plant nursery Glasshaus helped them change “from being people who could barely keep a plant alive, to ones who have a thriving garden”, Eddie says. So much has their love of plants evolved that they have now created a few leafy vignettes indoors, too. It’s been a few years since Richa and Eddie moved in and they’ve hit their decorating stride, even working some Indian elements into their scheme. “Richa’s books, comics from India that only we know about, artefacts from our travels – they are all reflections of us,” Eddie says. “This home captures our essence without losing the beautiful simplicity we have come to love.” R

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T H E BAT H ROOM FOL LOWS T H E SA M E A EST H ET IC A S T H E R EST OF T H E HOM E , ON LY DA R K ER. Espresso-coloured timber replaces white joinery, although the ﬂoor tiles remain the same as those in the kitchen. A freestanding bath is another luxurious addition to the high-spec home.

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T H E BEDROOM FE AT U R ES SOFT, M U T ED TON ES A N D TOUCH Y-FEELY T EXT U R ES. The relaxed style of the Cloudscape bed by Moroso and the wrinkly linen sheets are a contrast to the minimalist Bulb pendant lights above the bedside tables. The watercolour by Nicholas Harding is from Sophie Gannon Gallery. Sheer linen curtains allow diffused light to shine through while retaining privacy. Roller blinds block light at nighttime. A

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OV ER T H E Y E A R S T H E COU PL E H AV E A DDED MOR E COLOU R FU L TOUCH ES TO T H E HOM E. In this nook in the living room, the painting by Belinda Fox from Scott Livesey Galleries echoes the colours of the stacking vessels by London designer Pia Wüstenberg.

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ABOUT NINA She’s an interior designer who shares the house with her husband, Vasco, and their two children Konstantin, 5, and Victoria, 3. Nina loves the house due to its “good vibes”, high ceilings and the fact it is flooded with light. Nina’s favourite memory at the house was her 30th birthday celebration when a huge tent was erected in the garden for dancing. “It was a silent disco so the neighbours could sleep,” she comments. Nina also loves her neighbourhood. “It’s still a little edgy, which is what we like about it.” Nina’s best advice regarding interior decorating is to “be yourself ”. Mangroveandco.com @mangroveandco Vivid fest “The room is so cosy,” homeowner Nina Litchﬁeld says of the living space. “Everyone thought I was mad when I said I was going to paint it navy blue, but now it’s the talking point – it draws people in. It’s never dark; it’s quite bright and beautiful.” Nina poses by an artwork by Claerwen James. “The little girl reminded me of me. I like the touch of melancholy – I like the idea that children aren’t just happy bouncing around, but also feel deeply and are thoughtful.” A

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ECLECTIC WITH A TOUCH OF timeless elegance is how Nina Litchfield describes the interior of her inner-city Victorian home, which she shares with her husband Vasco and their children, Konstantin and Victoria. “I like to mix old and new, but never want it to look like I’ve tried too hard,” she says. Although the place contains antique pieces and precious artwork, it’s still very much a family home, with lots of aged and characterful elements apparent, plus children’s naive and colourful artwork, toys and books, which are dotted around the house. “I think a home needs to reflect the people who live in the house and to be comfortable,” Nina says. “I don’t like very stark interiors; the feeling of cosiness and warmth is of major importance to me.” While the home didn’t require any structural work when the family moved in a few years ago, it was anything but “warm” with the entire interior painted in white to emphasise the generous proportions of the rooms. Although that was a positive, Nina was champing at the bit to add some colour to create the much desired feeling of warmth and personality. She quickly settled on wall colours: a serene, deep blue in the living room (in smart and fresh contrast to the white floorboards and with ample light flooding in from three large sash windows), a blush in the dining room, and a neutral pinky-beige in the master bedroom. All of the colours provide the perfect, popping backdrop for her furniture and art collections and eyecatching curios, some of which reflect her Brazilian-German heritage. “Growing up with these two different and strong cultures has strongly influenced the way I think and decorate,” Nina explains. “In Germany you have the contrast of the old baroque style and the Bauhaus era. Brazil is vibrant and colourful, with beautiful colonial buildings in the middle of the tropics and modernism thrown into the mix. l like to take ideas from these different influences to make a space work.”

Nina’s approach to decorating is clearly fearless; she has an instinctive way of putting together unusual combinations. In the dining room, an elegant red velvet sofa is placed beneath an oversized rustic mirror, and a quirky pair of retro, ceramic white cockatoos take centre stage on the aged dining table. On the upstairs landing, a pink flamingo, from Japan, appears right at home on a solid timber chest of drawers. In the living room, a large tropical palm tree – suggesting relaxed beachy holidays – provides a beautiful contrast to the more formal dark blue walls and the art collection where edgy and contemporary fine art jostles with traditional portraiture including paintings of Vasco’s grandparents. “I love having them both on the living room wall watching over us,” Nina muses, adding: “I love art and would like to have more of it but it’s an expensive passion.” She’s content with collecting “small beautiful objects, travel mementos and fashion accessories” instead. Many of Nina’s pieces, too, are gifts that have found a place to settle in her home. These include a large Venetian mirror hanging above a chest of drawers on the upstairs landing. “My grandmother found out I wanted it and gathered people from my family to give it to me as a wedding gift,” Nina explains. Tolix stools around the dining table were also a wedding gift, from a friend. Another piece, the antique blue and white striped sofa, Nina has had since she got married. “We first had it upholstered in a flowery old fabric, which made it even more romantic and quite feminine. I loved it, but two years ago the fabrics started to wear out and have holes, so I needed to come up with a solution. I thought of completely revamping it, giving it new life and bringing it into the 21st century. I love it now even more,” she says. “I think in life you go through different phases; now I’m in a velvet, cobalt blue phase.” Yet, despite these phases, the evolving mix of styles and colours just works. “We are very happy here as a family – that’s what I love the most.” R

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Aged to perfection Tolix stools around the dining table were a wedding gift. The aged, rustic Scandinavian table and dresser were spied in a local antique shop. The ﬁne-art photograph is by Mark Power (Markpower.co.uk). Retro ceramic white cockatoos make for a quirky table centrepiece, while simple green sprigs in a glass vase add a feeling of understated chic. In the mix Nina pulls together unexpected vignettes on her bookshelves; this one includes books and a vintage hat. A

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Grand style Walls painted in a blush colour provide a soothing backdrop to the striking antique French bed. “It’s my favourite place to be in the whole house,” Nina says. Shoe shop Nina doubled the space for shoes in her dressing room and made each pair more visible – by adding a second, skinnier shelf to the back part of each shelf. “That makes it easier when making a decision of what shoes to wear.” A print of James Dean hangs on the wall while a Mangas “Mini Globo” rug by Patricia Urquiola graces the ﬂoor. A

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Perfect pair The portraits that hang above the drinks table are of Vasco’s grandparents John and Margaret Litchﬁeld. The turquoise horse was a wedding gift.

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Pop of blue Plain cushion in Cerulean, $69.95, Zanui.

On reﬂection Phoebe mirror, $229.95, Amalﬁ. 70cm diameter.

Lean on me The Wonders Ymanol photo print by Juliette Jourdain, $158 for 24cm x 30cm, Yellow Korner. Pucker & pout Rimmel The Only 1 lipstick in Best Of The Best, $15.95, Priceline. Fashion bible Limited-edition Fashion Designers A-Z Akris Edition (Taschen) book by Valerie Steele, $275, MCA Store.

High or low Adjustable Pipe ﬂoor lamp, $299, West Elm.

Regal style Regency dining chair, $795, Weylandts.

Bit on the side Terrace bedside table, $499, West Elm.

Well heeled Marni Color-block glossedleather slingback sandals, $977, Net-A-Porter.

Traditional touch East Village 8-drawer tall chest, $1995, Max Sparrow.

Ravishing red Pure Retro 3-seat sofa in Red, $1538, Vavoom Emporium. For stockists, see page 185.

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ARCHITECT, PHILIP M DINGEMANSE chose COLORBOND® steel in the colour MONUMENT® to clad this revolutionary home in St Leonards, Tasmania saying “…The vertical lines contrast with the stretched linearity of the building across the site, with the COLORBOND® steel uniting its continuous form…and the ventilated wall design improves condensation management, which is good practice in the Tasmanian climate”. Congratulations to #COLORBONDbyDesign Winner, PHILIP M DINGEMANSE. His design has shown us that the beauty of COLORBOND® steel is more than skin deep.

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VIOLET dining table in oak and chair in oak / white.

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R L O F T W A L L L A M P This is the Loft wall lamp by Aussie design studio ISM Objects. It swings into action on a clever wall-mounted pivot so it’s ideal as task lighting – not to mention, a bit of eye candy. The globe is a spherical ES-base LED lamp. Ismobjects.com.au

12 6 L I G H T S O N ! E V E R Y T H I N G Y O U N E E D T O K N O W A B O U T L I G H T I N G 13 4 B E F O R E & A F T E R A VA C A N T WA R E H O U S E I N M E L B O U R N E I S T U R N E D I N T O A C O O L H O M E W I T H A F O U R - C A R G A R A G E 14 4 R U G U P ! WA N T T O K N O W W H AT ’ S H O T I N S O F T FLOORING RIGHT NOW ? CHECK OU T THESE BE AU TIFUL RUGS A ND MAGIC CA RPE TS Off the wall Wall lights are having a major comeback, and with designs like the Loft by ISM Objects pictured here, it’s no wonder why. Flip over for more great designs, plus, the what, how and where to light your home. A

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Being switched on when it comes to lighting your home is all about understanding the space you’re working with, and in turn, how it can work for you

L IVI NG RO OM The key is in the name of this multifunctional room; it’s a space for “living”, which means the layers of lighting required are important for carrying out essential tasks and creating moods at different times of the day. Hanging globe pendants in the living room can make a statement and, depending on the bulb used, can create a beautiful warm glow – particularly effective if they’re dimmable. A wall bracket light above artwork will ensure you can view your favourite pieces at any time of day, but the gentle hint of overhead light can also provide warmth when your task lighting is dimmed or switched off. Table and ﬂoor lamps tend to be the ﬁrst lights we switch on in a room, so their positioning is important – they need to be placed in easy-to-access areas, such as next to the sofa or on a side table. Again, whether your palette is cool and neutral like this one or rich and warm, the globes you choose for lamps should always create warm light for a more relaxing environment (see next page). A

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Magnus Pettersen is an artist who works mainly with concrete and Lea Hein is a furniture designer. Together – as design ﬁrm Pettersen & Hein (Pettersenhein.com), in Stockholm – they use industrial materials to create their beautiful sculptural lighting.

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CHOOSE THE RIGHT DIMMER Certain lights require speciﬁc dimmers and if you don’t use them you could damage the LED bulbs and the warranty will be voided. Check the manual. Note: For this light, the mount must be able to support twice the light’s weight.

RECOMMENDED GLOBES FOR MARCEL PENDANT 28W ES Clear Halogen GLS, $4.95; a simple globe. LEDlux Karbon 5.5W ES, $15.95, or 5.5W ES Amber Pilot, $39.95; both decorative ﬁlament globes. All from Beacon Lighting.

G R Ä S S H O P P A Designed by Sweden’s Greta Grossman and ﬁrst produced in 1947. See Gubi.dk

Lighting Marcel pendant lights in Clear/Brass, $199 for 300mm, $149 for 250mm, and LEDLUX “Gough” 600mm dimmable LED wall bracket light in White, $99.95, Beacon Lighting. Gubi “Grässhoppa” ﬂoor lamp in White, $1149, Urban Couture. Sia marble table lamp, $69, Life Interiors. The rest Gus* Modern “Margot” 3-seat sofa in Velvet Midnight, $3799, Life Interiors. Agnes coffee table, $325, Clickon Furniture. Dang media stand in White, $1899, Blu Dot. ON COFFEE TABLE AYTM “Tota” cylinder glass jars in Navy/Brass, $115 for large, $59 for small, Urban Couture. Magazines from newsagent. ON MEDIA STAND Oyoy brass bookends, $96 for set, Top3 By Design. Magazines as before. ON WALL Murobond Pure Chalk paint in Rice Paper, $40 for 1L. Black Heart print from the Hot Air series by Noel McLaughlin, from $750 framed, Exhibit Gallery. ON FLOOR Sierra weave rug in Chalk, from $1080, Life Interiors. Livyn Essential vinyl ﬂooring in Patina Oak, $34 a sq m, Quick-Step. real living

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Yes, this is a light. Designed by Slovakia’s Lenka Czereova, The Illusion light looks like it’s peeling off the wall. It’s made from nylon plastic and has an energy-efﬁcient electroluminescent (OLED) display.

WA R M O R C O O L L I G H T ? Lighting expert Celina Clarke (see right) says you should be looking at warm light for living spaces. “Choose globes that give off a warm light, or 3000 Kelvin colour temperature. Light is a rainbow of colour and when we look at daylight we’re getting the whole spectrum. Artificial light is giving you part of the spectrum – warm light gives you those oranges and yellows, like late-afternoon light,” Celina explains. “We have bluer light in the morning that wakes us up, so to match our circadian rhythm we need to use warmer light in the evening to feel more relaxed.”

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Be careful with this one. That perfect light you’re ordering online from another country could very likely need to be rewired to meet Australian electrical standards and might not come with a warranty. Always double check before clicking the shopping cart icon.

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WH AT T O INSTA LL & WH ER E Before shelling out on designer lamps, it pays to do your homework and consider the different zones, functions and ambience of the rooms they’re intended for. Here to light the way in contemporary luminaire design is Celina Clarke, cofounder of Melbourne lighting specialists ISM Objects (Ismobjects.com.au). With a background in industrial design, Celina has a passion for lighting spaces, so we asked for her tips to help you illuminate your home…

MOOD & A MBIENCE In modern homes, people no longer have traditional spaces, with multiple tasks being carried out in just one room. The rise of portable technology means it’s commonplace to do your work sitting on the sofa, at the dining table or even in bed. “People don’t always have the luxury of a separate ofﬁce, so you need to be able to create different atmospheres at different times of the day or night,” Celina says. “Creating different moods is all about controlling the light.” Installing dimmers is one of the easiest ways to do this. “Phase dimming is your standard kind of dimming,” Celina explains. “But there are a lot of new digital dimmers on the market, which are suitable for new-builds as they require two extra dimming cables.” Ask your lighting retailer or electrician for help if you’re not sure. So which lights should you put on dimmers and where? First up, imagine how you use each room. Do you have guests over for dinner a lot? If so, you may want to start the night with a light at a certain level over the dining table and then as the night progresses you’ll probably need to dim those lights. Alternatively, you may want to crank those lights up if you’re working or reading the newspaper. In the bathroom, you need to be able to relax at the end of a busy day, so dimmable lighting is the way to go, and in the bedroom, dimmable pendants either side of the bed or sofa will create a relaxing ambience that can also be increased for reading.

Stop press: Melbourne lighting guru Volker Haug has created this new slimline design ($462). It’s a pendant, but it’s also wall-mounted, so you get the best of both worlds. It has a standard E27 (ES) lamp holder. Volker suggests his own L070 (8W LED Opal, 125mm dia) or L136 (6W LED ﬁlament frosted, 125mm dia) globes, but standard globes will work just ﬁne. Volkerhaug.com

POSITIONING & ZONING If you’re renovating or building a house, you have the luxury of planning the lighting from scratch, but even if you want to revamp your existing home, defining zones and positioning is key. Living and dining areas need enough light sources to create interest while maintaining the right mood – but overlit rooms can be cold and uninviting. The aim is to strike the right balance. “It’s nice to bring the lighting down lower over dining and coffee tables to create intimacy,” Celina says. Another consideration is portable lighting such as table and floor lamps to create what Celina describes as “warm pools of light”. (This can also be applied to the bedroom.) So where should we position portable lighting? “If there is room, place a table lamp next to the sofa or bed. In a reading nook you may want a floor lamp that comes over from behind you,” Celina advises. “And it’s always good to have a light somewhere near a TV so you’re not just looking at the glow of the screen.” The TV gives off a blue light which isn’t conducive to relaxation. See next pages for bathroom and kitchen positioning. A

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BATHROOM Bathroom lighting has a bit of science behind it. “The rule of thumb with bathrooms is to light from both sides of your face, so when you’re looking in the mirror you don’t have just one light source because it creates shadowing,” Celina explains. “So, put lights on the wall either side of the mirror.” Celina also recommends having a couple of circuits so you can turn on the mirror lights, but have the main lights on a dimmer to create those mood spots. It’s important to have good downlights (preferably LED) in the bathroom, too, so that you have multidirectional lighting, eliminating shadow. Good spots for

downlights are over the doorways and shower. But before you start stringing up pendants and ordering bulbs, stop and call a qualified electrician to install your lighting. For obvious reasons, there are strict rules about where you position fittings in the bathroom and an electrician will be able to advise you on what you can and can’t put where. There’s also a rating for light fittings, called an IP rating – IP 65 is for fully outdoors in the rain. Pendant lights look great in the bathroom, but if you had a pendant hanging over your bath, for example, it would have to be an IP 65 fully sealed fitting.

F L A I R W A L L L I G H T These copper light ﬁttings by Melbourne’s Ross Gardam create a beautiful glow. They can be mounted at any angle and also come in Glass, Aluminium or Black versions. Dimmable 11W LED globe or 6W LED ﬁlament in the Glass version are included.

Lighting Flare wall lights in Copper Gloss, $510 each, Ross Gardam. The rest Clearwater Formoso 1500 freestanding bath, $4366.99, and Alape WT 450 square washstands, $3265.99 each, Reece. Icon+ “A67.05” wall set with 155mm spout in Copper, $623, Astra Walker. Folding stool in Blush, $259, Barnaby Lane. ON WALLS Porter’s Paints Eggshell paint in Chintz Grey and Newport Blue, each $97 for 4L. Laminates benchtop laminate in Cosmos, from $80 a sq m, Laminex. All is pretty Andy Warhol poster by Moderna Museet Museum, Stockholm (70cm x 1m), $599 framed, Urban Couture. Mira Duo mirrors in Dusk, $199 each, Middle Of Nowhere. ON SHELF Italian Carrara Marble Rectangular tray, $199, Urban Couture. Hunter Lab “The Complete Armoury” gift set (includes Hand & Body Wash, Cleansing Facial Scrub, Anti-Ageing Elixir and Daily Face Fuel), $179, Urban Couture. Concrete candle, $59.95, Tända Modern. Concrete jar in Natural, $55, and Bullet canister in Charcoal, $69, Zakkia. Samso planter in Grey (holding plant from Bunnings), $35, Life Interiors. ON FLOOR Spanish Honed Terrazzo tiles in Mineral, $76 a sq m, Surface Gallery. @reallivingmag

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T E L E B E U T E L I G H T Amazingly, the shade on this fabulous wall-mounted Telebeute light by HerrWolke (Herrwolke.com) is crafted from cardboard, so each light has its own character.

BEDROOM If your bedside table is piled high with books and a mug of coffee is often precariously perched on the edge, you’ll know there’s not much room for a bedside lamp. Similarly, for a neat freak, the less clutter the better, so a solitary table lamp might be preferred. While lamps work for some, others might prefer the trend for hanging pendants, wall lights or spotlights either side of the bed. And this is one room where you will deﬁnitely want to turn the lights down low, so put them on dimmers if you can. Natural light plays a big part in the bedroom, too, so make sure your window dressings allow the sunlight to ﬂood in. If your home is quite dark, consider skylights to let more light in during the day. Like any other room in your home, think about what you do in your bedroom. Do you apply make-up at the mirror or perhaps you like to work here. Your task lighting needs to work for you, as does your general lighting, which may be needed for cleaning or putting laundry away, but never position harsher lights, such as downlights, directly above your bed. A

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PENDANT TIP To get your pendant height right, sit at the table while your electrician hangs it. You want it low enough for ambience, but high enough to see under it.

Lighting Mobile pendant light in Antique Bronze, $449, West Elm. Warhol table lamp, $71.10, Life Interiors. Sphere 125 (in the pendant) and Pear LED Fancy E27 globes, $33 each, Lightingillusions.com.au The rest Copresso 300mm cabinet doors, $81.74 each, and Enoki 600mm benchtop, $157 a lineal m, Kaboodle Kitchen. Brass Slimline 01 handles, $65 each, Made Measure. FAB28 fridge in Black Velvet, Smeg. Drum dining table in Ebonised Oak, $1595, and Johansen dining chairs in Black, $195 each, Clickon Furniture. ON BENCHTOP FROM LEFT Anchor Ceramics planter, $260, Mr Kitly; holding plant from Bunnings. Speckle Oversize tumbler in White, $29, and Clay bowl in Black, Zakkia. Ferm Living “Outline” trivet in Small, $29, Polished-brass storage jar in Large, $50, and Ferm Living “Hexagon” vase in Brass, $60, Urban Couture. Raw bowl in Black, $29, and Raw oversize mug in Black, $35, Zakkia. Norm wire bowl in Brass, $145, Top3 By Design. ON FRIDGE Klong Svante bottle jug in Brass, $138, Funkis. ON TABLE Menu “Bottle” grinder set with stainless-steel tops, $139.90, Top3 By Design. By Lassen “Kubus 4” candleholder in Brass, $279, holding By Lassen candles in Black, $4 each, Urban Couture. ON WALL Ceramic handmade tiles in Metal Glazed, $99 a sq m, Surface Gallery. Haymes Interior Expressions paint in True Black, $69.95 for 4L. ON FLOOR Cementa porcelain tiles in Grey Matt, $92 a sq m, Surface Gallery. For stockists, see page 185.

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K ITCHEN Separate kitchens are becoming a thing of the past with homeowners preferring open-plan living spaces that include the kitchen, dining and living room. Because of this you need to light the space in terms of zoning. Kitchen lighting has to be functional but there is a place for mood lighting, like the out-of-context table light on the bench on the opposite page that gives a lovely glow to the decorative elements on the benchtop. Multiple forms of lighting is key. Celina suggests LED highlight lighting that shows up under or above the joinery. “LED strip lighting is so small and thin and usually comes with double-sided tape so you can run it along your cabinets. It comes with a plug pack so you can simply plug it in.” Also consider

dimmable downlights under the top cupboards, and lights that turn on when you open cupboard doors. Using three or four pendants above the kitchen island is a great way to add visual impact, as well as useful task lighting. Make sure you light the benchtops and cooking areas well, avoiding lighting placements that create shadows over the workspace. Lights on either side of the stove will create even illumination while you cook and can be teamed with the downlighting from the rangehood (admit it, we all use the rangehood for lighting!). Another consideration in the kitchen is the amount of hours you spend in it – energy-efﬁcient bulbs, such as ﬂuorescent or LED, are a good choice for your task lighting. R

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TRANSFORM THIS LOFT Y MELBOURNE WAREHOUSE INTO A LUXE ABODE

The designer “Trust is a big thing between the client and designer, and that comes from truly listening to what is important to the client so that you deliver on their brief, not your own,” says interior designer Jessica Bettenay, pictured opposite. Super storage The home’s garage has enough room to store four cars – ideal for homeowner and car enthusiast Matt Walsh. A

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WHEN THE BRIEF to fit out the interior of an empty old warehouse hit Jessica Bettenay’s desk, she was eager to inspect the site. Once an old bottle factory located on the fringe of Melbourne’s CBD – and never before inhabited as a residence – the derelict building offered up endless design possibilities and opportunities. Although the building was untouched for decades, Jessica could see how her clients had easily fallen in love with the raw and rare nature of the warehouse and its central location. All it needed was some serious TLC – and time.

After conducting an extensive 12-month renovation period under the direction of architect David Norman, the owners were able to move back into their multitiered space, and team up with Jessica on the design front to tackle the interior. “My aim was to work with the integrity of the building and keep the spaces open, but add texture, layers and warmth with materials so that it didn’t feel cold and soulless. Keeping it collaborative with my clients was key and ensuring my selections would work back with their well-honed style and the way they lived was what mattered most. There were many brainstorming sessions between us to get it right,” Jessica recalls. A

WHO LIVES HERE? J e s s i c a’s c l i e n t s, M a t t Wa l s h a n d A m b e r M a n n i n g. “ I a m n ot t h e k i n d of d e s i g n e r to w a l t z i n a n d a s k s o m e o n e to s h e d t h e i r h i s to r y, t h e i r s to r y a n d s t a r t a l l o v e r a g a i n. S o I wo r ke d w i t h s o m e of t h e o w n e r s’ ex i s t i n g p i e c e s of f u r n i t u re, p a i r i n g t h e m w i t h s o m e m o re c o nte m p o r a r y, m o d e r n c h o i c e s to c re a te t h e r i g ht b a l a n c e,” J e s s i c a s ay s.

Beaut bricks The home’s original red brick exterior was left untouched and is a striking sight from street level. Homeowner and “self-confessed speed demon” Matt needed a garage big enough to house his racecars – big tick!

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Open space The warehouse was an empty shell. In the frame A pink antique rug from Loom in the living area “frames the room and softens the exposed brick”, Jessica says. “It’s a room changer.” The art was a gift to the homeowners; the artist is unknown.

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AN Y CHAL L ENGES ? “ WORKING WITH L ARGE E XPANSES OF RED BRICK KEPT M E P E R M A N E N T LY H U N T I N G F O R T H E P E R F E C T F O I L TO S O F T E N T H E S PA C E , WHICH IS WHY I WENT A LITTLE CRAZY ON THE PINK AND LILAC HUES IN T H E S O F T F U R N I S H I N G S , A R T, W A L L PA P E R S A N D F I N I S H E S ,” J E S S I C A S AY S .

Golden gleam A gold-coloured side table from Orson & Blake displays more shiny pieces: spray-painted rose stems and a copper table lamp from Safari Living. Basement hang The home’s basement features a garage and office space. Polished concrete flooring is warmed with reindeer hides and a plump King Living sofa. The beachy photo art is by Armelle Habib; from Greenhouse Interiors. Let’s entertain Metal bar stools from Jardan perfectly complement the industrial-glam kitchen. An antique bronze mirror contrasts beautifully with the raw concrete benchtop and wormy chestnut flooring. Dusty hue Pink makes another appearance in the home, this time in the custom-made leather dining chairs. A Kirra Jamison print from Contemporary Editions and tapered candles lend a bright hit of colour to the space. A

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CUSTOM MURAL Spray-painted custom mural by Kate Walsh (A; Katewalshart.com.au). FLOORING Wormy Chestnut timber (B), Perfect Timber Floors. STAIRS Recycled Jarrah (C) from existing structure. KITCHEN BENCHTOP 5.3m island single-span raw concrete (D), poured insitu by Level Developments. DAYBED Jean Paul Gaultier Maison “Lelievre” fabric in Fangio (E), $234.30 a m, South Paciﬁc Fabrics. CEILINGS White Preﬁnished lining board (F; 130mm), $13.64 a lineal m, Glosswood. For stockists, see page 185.

Modern mural A mural, by artist and homeowner Matt’s sister Kate Walsh, was spray-painted in the stairwell for a slightly grungy vibe. The slim suspension light is from Euroluce. New life Jarrah from the existing structure was recycled for the stair treads. A

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The first brainstorming session began with how best to “zone” the main open-plan area without closing it off. Clever use of lighting proved in part to be the answer, with Jessica installing striking pendants and wall-mounted lights in many areas of the home. For a touch of luxe, and as the couple like to entertain, the kitchen received a concrete benchtop, which was poured onsite and wrapped in antique bronzed mirror, and a splashback made of bespoke white tiles. A top-floor bedroom retreat layered with luxurious fabrics, flowing drapes and city views, plus a basement for Matt to house his cars, and the project is complete. Jess’s secret to success? “Finding the right balance between existing pieces and modern choices.” R

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A M I X O F R AW A N D R E F I N E D, D A R K A N D L I G H T, S O F T A ND HARD F I N I S H E S A N D F U R N I S H I N G S F O R A N I N D U S T R I A L- L U X E L O O K DESIGN ACCENTS KEY BUYS

Modern shape Lime Light ﬂoor lamp in Black with Gold inner, $1199, Zanui.

Comfy arms KL70 Kelly armchair, from $2996, Jardan.

Simple lines Flos String suspension light in Black, $2060 (includes power supply), Euroluce.

Masculine glam Handpainted Chevron cushion in Black Suede, $245, Bonnie And Neil.

For the bedside O vessel, $125, Reduxr. For stockists, see page 185. @reallivingmag

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Tranquil feel Colour is subdued in the bathroom with white and grey taking centre stage. A freestanding oval bath adds an air of elegance. Bright nook Overlooking the outdoor spa/shower area is a custom-built daybed covered in Jean Paul Gaultier velvet. The La Lampe Gras wall light from Spence & Lyda makes reading easy. Moody hues A cushy custom-made leather bedhead by Williamstown Sofas & Chairs and linen in soft, muted tones make for a welcoming, relaxed bedroom. Gritty pretty The powder room is a lesson in pattern and texture where original raw brick is juxtaposed with a striking Cole & Son wallpaper.

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FLOORING Vintage Persian Overdye rug (on ﬂoor; 3.7m x 2.85m), $7500, and Jan Kath “Little Flowers” limited-edition woven rug in Sari Silk (on ladder; 2.5m x 3m), $8500, Cadrys. THE REST Occasional chair, $877, Contents ID. Wrong for Hay “Rope Trick” ﬂoor lamp, $1098, Hay. ON CHAIR Giraffes cushion (45cm), $155, Edit. ON WALL Countess With Flowers wallpaper, $89 a sq m, Kerrie Brown.

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SHAPES, STRIPES OR SOLIDS – THIS LOOK COVERS ALL ANGLES. LOVE PATTERN BUT DON’T WANT TO COMMIT? USE IT AS AN ACCENT, SAY, ON THE STAIRCASE OR IN THE HALLWAY, AND USE CARPET IN A COMPLEMENTARY SOLID HUE FOR ALL OF THE OTHER ROOMS. A

FLOORING ON FLOOR Rewoven Kilim rug (3.35m x 2.55m), $6875, Cadrys. Cavalier Bremworth “Salsa” wool carpet in Maracas (at front), from $69.13 a sq m, and Ashington wool carpet, from $63.10 a sq m, Choices Flooring. ON BENCH FROM TOP Cavalier Bremworth “Ashington” wool carpets (top three), from $63.10 a sq m, Serenity Nirvana nylon carpet in Element, from $50.55 a sq m, and Serenity Oasis nylon carpet in Horizon, from $46.75 a sq m, and Choices Flooring. THIS PAGE Danskina cork and felt rug by Hella Jongerius (1.3m x 1.7m), from $3700, Hub. THE REST Bank bench in Mink Velvet/Metal, $1399, Blu Dot. Giulia ottoman, $1589, Contents ID. Background print made by stylist.

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FLOORING OPPOSITE PAGE, ON FLOOR Fond Industries “Bengani” circle rug in Silver (2m; at left), $1250, and Tribe Home “Baxter” rug (2m x 3m), $2332, Ivy Lane Agency. Art Kilim wool rug (2.44m x 3.05m; at front), $1199, West Elm. ON HANGER FROM TOP Tribe Home “Walter” rug in Silver (1.6m x 2.3m), $987.80, Ivy Lane Agency. Rondo rug in Light Grey (1.5m), $1400, Halcyon Lake. Teardrop Ikat Kilim rug in Slate (1.52m x 2.44m), $499, West Elm. THIS PAGE The Rug Republic “Fenton” rug in Ivory Blue (2.3m x 1.6m; at top), $499, Catwalk Rugs. Argentina rug in Morocco (1.6m x 2.3m), $449, Choices Flooring. THE REST Wrong for Hay “Serve” coffee table, $330, Cult. Axel candleholder, $880, MCM House. Background print made by stylist.

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FLOORING OPPOSITE PAGE, FROM LEFT Puna #44 rug (2.1m x 1.42m), $990, Pampa. Cavalier Bremworth “Coronet” and “Aspiring” carpet in colours 146 (red), 328 (purple), 174 (orange), and 168 (indigo), from $55.90 a sq m, Carpet Court. Fond Industries “Janni” runner in Midnight (80cm x 3m), $555, Ivy Lane Agency. BELOW Fort 2 rug (1.6m x 2.3m), $616, Lightly. THE REST Copper Real Good chair, $499, Blu Dot. Background print made by stylist.

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FLOORING FROM LEFT Margo Selby “Zigzag Striped” kilim rug (1.52m x 2.44m), $549, and Roar + Rabbit “Wabi Sabi” circle wool rug in Blush (2.44m x 3.05m), $1199, West Elm. Puna #59 rug (1.92m x 1.25m; at front), $990, and Monte Vibrant #38 rug (2.9m x 2m), $2890, Pampa. Espina hide rug (hanging; 2.5m x 3m), $3250, Arthide. OPPOSITE PAGE Danskina “Cross” rug by Hella Jongerius (1.3m x 1.7m), from $2800, Hub. Tribe rug (1.6m x 2.3m), $693, Lightly. THE REST Turn side tables in Acacia, $349 for low, $499 for tall, Blu Dot. Background print made by stylist. For stockists, see page 185.

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O N E H E A D, A LL FLO O R S The latest carbon fibre turbine head has been engineered for carpets and hard floors, which means there’s no need to change when moving from one floor type to another.

RESTORE CALM With the new Dyson Cinetic Big Ball vacuum, restoring calm and tid i n e s s i n eve n th e b u sie s t ho m e s ha s n eve r b e e n so ea s y.

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DYSON CINETIC BIG BALL VACUUMS HAVE BEEN ENGINEERED TO R E P L I C AT E A N D S U P P O R T REAL LIFE USAGE, SO YOU KNOW YOUR I N V E S T M E N T W I L L L A S T.

acuuming is an essential part of maintaining your home, so why not make it easy? With the new Dyson Cinetic Big Ball, it’ll be a breeze. Lots of mess from a large family? No problem. Pet hair? Easy! And that’s because Dyson Cinetic science has been engineered to support real life – this vac can manoeuvre around kids toys and will get straight back up if knocked over. It’s the only vacuum with no maintenance and no loss of suction, plus it has no ﬁlters to wash or replace and no bags to buy.

LIVING W I T H PE T S With such powerful suction, the Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Animal Pro will collect pet hair like you’ve never seen before. Plus, if it gets toppled by an over-enthusiastic pet, it’ll pick itself straight back up.

W H AT M A K E S T H I S V A C U U M BETTER THAN THE REST? M AG I C WA N D The Dyson Cinetic Big Ball vacuum navigates all domestic terrains with ease. No matter what the surface, it gets the job done. Plus the wand’s articulated handle rotates in three directions, allowing 360° movement for easy, versatile cleaning.

Self-rights when toppled Dyson Cinetic Big Ball vacuums will get straight back up when knocked over (they’re great to use around kids and pets), which means fewer delays and less time wasted. Hygienic dirt ejector With the new bin emptying mechanism you can hygienically drive out trapped dust and debris

with just the push of a button. There’s no need to touch the dirt at all! About Cinetic science 36 Dyson Cinetic tips oscillate at up to 5000Hz, preventing microscopic dust from building up and blocking the airflow. Dust separation is so efficient that there’s no need for a pre-motor filter, so there’s no loss of suction.

To discover more about the Dyson Cinetic Big Ball visit dyson.com.au/cineticbigball

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15 8 S W E E T S L I C E F R O M P L U M P, J U I C Y F R U I T T O M O R E I S H S A LT E D C H O C O L AT E , W H AT ’ S N O T T O L O V E A B O U T T H E S E K I L L E R PA S T R Y T R E AT S ? – S H A R I N G O P T I O N A L Crumbly goodness Pies to eat on the go, around the kitchen table, give as a gift or impress at a dinner party. Turn the page for our easy-as-pie recipes. A

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a PIE is ... a fruit buried under a crust and baked in an oven nectarine, brown butter & honey pie Serves 8 Prep time 35 mins Cooking time 30 mins Equipment Sharp knife; rolling pin; large deep saucepan; small bowl; spoon; baking tray; baking paper; serrated knife; pastry brush 70g unsalted butter 500g nectarines, stones removed, chopped 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 1⁄ cup honey 3 1 tsp plain ﬂour 2 sheets frozen butter puff pastry, thawed & rolled to 2mm thickness 1 lightly beaten egg 1 tbsp demerara sugar

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1 Melt butter in large saucepan ●

over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 mins until nutty brown in colour. Pour into small bowl and set aside. 2 Reduce heat to medium-low. ● Add nectarines, vanilla and honey and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 mins or until nectarines are soft and jammy. Remove from heat. 3 Preheat oven to 200°C ● (180°C fan). 4 Cut pastry sheets in half, then ● press ends of two of them together, overlapping by about 3cm to form a 36cm x 15cm rectangle. Place on baking tray lined with baking paper. Press the two remaining pieces together to form another rectangle. Using serrated knife, shallowly score pastry about 8mm apart, leaving 1cm border all around edge. 5 Spread nectarine mixture over ● ﬁrst rectangle, leaving 2cm border all around edge. Brush edges with some of beaten egg. Cover with second rectangle and press edges to seal, then brush with remaining egg and scatter with sugar. 6 Bake for 30 mins or until ● bubbling and golden. Leave to cool for 30 mins, then slice to serve. A

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blackberry, pear & lemon pie Serves 8 Prep time 50 mins + 4 hrs chilling Cooking time 1 hr 25 mins

recipes courtesy of the pie project by phoebe wood & kirsten jenkins (hardie grant books; $29.99)

Equipment Vegetable peeler; sharp knife; fine grater; bowl; pastry cutter or flat-bladed knife; plastic wrap; 23cm x 4cm-deep pie dish; rolling pin; large saucepan; spoon; baking tray; baking paper; pastry brush 1kg fresh or frozen blueberries 3 hard, crisp pears, peeled & chopped into 2cm pieces 220g caster sugar 1 vanilla bean, split lengthways & seeds scraped Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 3 tsp cornflour 1 egg, beaten with 1 tbsp water 1 tbsp demerara sugar Pastry 375g plain flour 55g caster sugar ½ tsp fine sea salt 250g cold unsalted butter, cut into 2cm pieces ¼ cup apple cider vinegar mixed with ½ cup cold water & 4 ice cubes

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flour, sugar and salt in bowl. Add butter pieces and toss. Turn out onto a clean work surface and roughly cut butter into flour mixture using pastry cutter (leave some large chunks for flakier pastry). 2 Create a well in centre of flour ● mixture and add vinegar water in 3 batches, working it in with your hands to form a rough dough. 3 Divide dough in half then shape ● each piece into rough discs. Cover in plastic wrap and chill for 3 hrs. 4 Roll out each disc on a lightly ● floured work surface to 3mm thick. Line pie dish with first pastry sheet, leaving a 3cm overhang. Cut second sheet into eight 3cm-wide strips. Chill both for 1 hr. 5 Heat fruit, caster sugar, vanilla ● seeds and lemon zest in saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until syrupy. 6 Combine cornflour with 3 tbsp ● of blueberry liquid in bowl and stir until smooth. Return to pan and cook until thickened. Leave to cool. 7 Preheat oven to 200°C ● (180°C fan). 8 Place lined pie dish on baking ● tray and fill with blueberry mixture. Make lattice top with chilled strips. Fold overhanging pastry to conceal ends of lattice and to seal. Brush with egg wash, scatter with sugar and bake for 20 mins until golden. 9 Reduce oven temperature ● to 180°C (160°C fan) and cook for a further 40 mins until pastry is crisp and filling is bubbling. A

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peach & amaretti squares with caramel Serves 4 Prep time 30 mins Cooking time 25 mins Equipment Rolling pin (if needed); sharp knife; pastry brush; spoon 1 sheet frozen butter puff pastry (total 165g), thawed and, if needed, rolled to a thickness of 2mm, cut into 4 squares 2 white peaches, stones removed, sliced thinly 4 amaretti biscuits, crumbled 1 tbsp soft brown sugar dissolved in 1 tbsp boiling water Brown sugar caramel 50g soft brown sugar 50g unsalted butter ¼ cup pouring cream 1 Preheat oven to 200°C ●

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baking tray and scatter over crumbled amaretti biscuits, leaving a 1cm border all the way around. 3 Divide peach slices among ● squares. Brush over sugar water then bake for 18 mins or until golden. 4 Make caramel Place all ● ingredients in saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring, for 5 mins or until golden and thickened. Cool to room temperature, then drizzle over squares to serve.

tip | If amaretti biscuits aren’t your thing, use ginger nuts (gingersnaps) or shortbread for the base and they will work just as well.

lemon & blueberry meringue pie Serves 6 Prep time 40 mins + 30 mins chilling Cooking time 35 mins Equipment Rolling pin; 16cm springform cake tin; baking paper; baking beads (or uncooked rice or dried beans); medium bowl; electric mixer with whisk; piping bag ﬁtted with 1cm nozzle; kitchen blowtorch ½ x 435g frozen Carême vanilla bean pastry, thawed, or other bought sweet shortcrust rolled to 3mm thick 250g mascarpone cheese 1 cup lemon curd 125g fresh blueberries 3 eggwhites 160g caster sugar

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1 Line cake tin with pastry, roughly ● folding in edges. Chill for 30 mins. 2 Preheat oven to 200°C ● (180°C fan). 3 Line pastry case with baking ● paper and ﬁll with baking beads. Bake for 25 mins or until pastry is light golden. Remove paper and baking beads, and bake for a further 10 mins or until base is golden and dry to the touch. Cool completely then carefully remove from cake tin. 4 Fold mascarpone, lemon curd ● and blueberries together in bowl. Spread in base of pastry case. 5 Whisk eggwhites and sugar ● together with electric mixer for 10 mins until stiff and glossy and sugar has dissolved. Transfer to piping bag and pipe a spiral of meringue over ﬁlling. Caramelise meringue with blowtorch. Serve. A

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salted chocolate & date pie Serves 16 (makes 2 × 16cm pies) Prep time 20 mins + 30 mins resting + 1 hr chilling Cooking time 10 mins Equipment Sharp knife; heatproof bowls; kettle; food processor; two 16cm x 4cm-deep pie dishes; colander; saucepan; spoon 250g Medjool dates, pitted 300g plain chocolate biscuits 100g unsalted butter 300g dark chocolate, chopped ﬁnely 400ml thickened cream 1 tsp sea salt ﬂakes 1 Place dates in bowl and cover ●

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with 2 ⁄3 cup of boiling water. Set aside for 30 mins. 2 Place biscuits in food processor ● and pulse to ﬁne crumbs, then pulse in butter. Press mixture into bases and sides of pie dishes. Chill. 3 Drain dates and place in food ● processor with 2 tbsp of boiling water. Process until very smooth. Spread over biscuit bases and chill. 4 Place chopped chocolate in ● bowl. Heat cream in saucepan to just below boiling point, then pour over chocolate and stir until melted and smooth. Pour over date puree and smooth surface, then chill for 1 hr until chocolate has set. Scatter over salt ﬂakes to serve. R

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For this creative Melbournite, plants of all shapes and textures – but apartment-friendly sizes – are what transform her urban pad into a beautifully inspiring home WHO SAID THAT BIG IS BETTER? Tapestry weaver Haily Tran and her husband Ken Wang have transformed their humble two-bedroom Melbourne apartment into a tiny urban sanctuary. The couple had moved into the Collingwood unit in May 2015, after buying it off the plan three years earlier. As it was brand new, they didn’t have to make any changes – but it did need some “life” injected into it. Haily’s first instinct was to add greenery – and she set about creating an “indoor jungle” with plants in every room. Plants have always been a part of her life. “My mum helped me plant my first cactus when I was in grade four,” she recalls. “She wanted it to be a symbol of how my life will not only survive in all conditions but to actually thrive. The cactus is still in her courtyard today. It’s my height now!” As passionate as Haily is for greenery, her other creative outlet is weaving bright and textural wall tapestries. When she’s surrounded by plants, with classical music playing in the background, she feels as though she’s in an inner-city paradise as she creates her intricate weaves. “I find it therapeutic to learn music with my ears and weave with my hands at the same time,” she comments. Haily is a keen supporter of locally sourced and made products. She buys all her plants from neighbourhood shops and nurseries including Loose Leaf, Fitzroy Nursery, Glasshaus and Nature Boy Nrth; large pots from Pop & Scott and Retro Print Revival, and smaller pots from local ceramic artisans. She sells the smaller pots, and her weaves, through her online shop B For Brian. A

Planted out Some of the plants injecting the living area with so much life include an arrowhead plant (on side table, left), ﬁddle leaf ﬁg (right of sofa), devil’s ivy (hanging, top right) and rubber plant and peace lily (bottom right).

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Soften the mood A lush Peperomia nitida ‘Variegata’ cascades down the bookcase while a Castanospermum australe (Moreton Bay chestnut) sits on the far left of the table. A

TIPS & TRICK S WAT E R I N G Depending on the climate, water plants once a fortnight during warmer months and once every three weeks during cooler months. HARDY CHOICES Check that the environmental conditions in your home suit the ability of the plants to thrive before you buy them. LIGHT Plants thrive best in a well-lit space, but not in direct sunlight. POSITION Rotate plants around the home once a month to enjoy the different light. As they grow, their form and height change so they may also require different spaces.

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POTS Haily sources locally made pots from artisans in Melbourne. These are available to buy at her online store B For Brian. Bforbrian.com

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Most of the couple’s furniture is also Australian-made, with clean lines sitting lightly in the limited space. “We have chosen makers that encourage a mindful way of living that does not promote constantly needing to renew objects,” Haily says. Their interior style is a “hybrid combo of a mid-century, bohemian, Australian-makers haven jungalow!”. The “jungalow” includes the 26-plus plants. While maintenance could be tiresome, Haily simply gives the plants a drenching in the bathroom once a fortnight in warmer months and once every three weeks when it’s cooler, then leaves them for a day to drain. R

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Green base Tara Shackell “Rock” planter, $55 for small (pot only), Mr Kitly. 10.5cm high.

Teeny treasure Dot & Co “White” jug, $46, B For Brian. About 6cm high.

Green peace Plants help create a relaxing, Zen-like space for Haily while she weaves her tapestries (available at Bforbrian.com) or practice music. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Philodendron oxycardium, Tillandsia capitata air plant, elephant ear, Tillandsia caput-medusae air plant, Peperomia nitida ‘Variegata’, Castanospermum australe, Calathea lancifolia, Monstera and Castanospermum australe. @reallivingmag

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