FAVE FINDS

Woven light Viktigt pendant-lamp shade, $49.99, Ikea.

UNDERSTATED CRAFT + LOVE “THIS COLLECTION IS ABOUT CRAFT, IT’S A PROJECT BETWEEN THE CRAFTSMEN AND THE DESIGNER. IT HAS LOTS OF ENERGY.” SO SAYS INGEGERD RÅMAN, A WELL-KNOWN SCANDINAVIAN GLASS DESIGNER AND CERAMICIST, ABOUT HER COLLABORATION WITH IKEA ON LIMITED-EDITION RANGE VIKTIGT, WHICH RADIATES TIMELESS BEAUTY AND MINIMALISM. IT INCLUDES GLASSWORK, CERAMICS, BASKETS, LAMPS, RUGS AND FURNITURE SUCH AS THE SOFA, $249, AND EASY CHAIR, $179, SHOWN ABOVE. IKEA.COM.AU

LET’S GO SHOPPING! IT’S A ROAD WELL TRAVELLED TO COUNTRY ROAD FOR ITS CONSISTENTLY COVETABLE AND GORGEOUS COLLECTIONS – THE WINTER 2016 HOME COLLECTION FEATURES CUSHIONS, THROWS AND BEDLINEN IN CONCRETE GREYS WARMED WITH TERRACOTTA, PLUS STONEWARE FOR DINING, ALONGSIDE TERRACOTTA SERVING DISHES AND BLACK CUTLERY COUNTRYROAD.COM.AU

ADORABLE FUNCTIONAL The Jones & Co family (fi rst child: Have You Met Miss Jones) includes Mr Green Grass for pretty handmade pots including Tweed pots, from $15 for small (11cm high), Watering Can pots, from $32 for small (9cm high), and more. Jonesandco.com.au

Creative shops and new products that are cool & covetable – and sometimes worth a splurge!

SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE

Clickon Furniture is carrying – you guessed it – new pieces from Hartô, a young, Parisbased design house that creates simply sophisticated items like the intricate metal Firmin coathanger and two-shelf, timber/steel Anatole side table, both available in various colours. Clickonfurniture.com.au

More colour choices FROM TOP Hartô “Firmin” coathanger in Petrol Blue (80cm high), $370, and Anatole side table in Slate Grey (50cm high), $570, Clickon Furniture. A

PIPE DREAMS FOR A COOL, MODERN AESTHETIC IN BATHROOM MIXERS, LOOK NO FURTHER THAN THE ONLY ONE BY IB RUBINETTERIE, FROM PACO JAANSON. THE DESIGN PLAYS ON THE IDEA OF PIPES AND FREEFLOWING WATER, WITH THE MIXER STANDING TALL THEN SWEEPING BACK DOWN AT A 45° ANGLE, GIVING THE WATER FREE REIN. IT COMES IN A TALL WASHBASIN MIXER AND FREESTANDING BATH-FILLER MIXER WITH HAND SHOWER, AND SEVERAL FINISHES. PACOJAANSON.COM.AU

MAKING WAVES

A repetitive, fl uid undulation is the inspiration behind Ripple, a new pendant and fl oor 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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RAW BUT REFINED The new Basic bedframe from much-loved Aussie furniture designer and maker Mark Tuckey is basically beautiful. It’s made from sandblasted and soap-fi nished 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

ARCHITECTS OFTEN MAKE GREAT PRODUCT DESIGNERS. THIS IS THE CASE WITH ELENI PETALOTI AND LEONIDAS TRAMPOUKIS, WHO HAVE DESIGNED A DIVINE AERATED CONCRETE AND COPPER TABLE MIRROR (ABOUT 30CM HIGH). $US1250 (APPROX. $AU1630). OBJECTSOF COMMONINTEREST.COM

THE WATCH IS TICKINGThe Adrien Harper team has a love for timeless designs, seen in its range of contemporary, minimalistic watches – at fab prices! Big ticks! The First Edition range includes delectable colours in interchangeable leather or mesh straps. From $149 each. Adrienharper.com@reallivingmag 36

ETHEREAL BEAUTY

Photographer Maree Homer, a long-time real living contributor, recently exhibited her fi ne-art photography alongside artworks by her pal Antonia Mrljak. If you didn’t catch their exhibition Dwell in Sydney, never fear, you can check out their websites. Maree’s limited-edition prints included Camelia #1, pictured right, priced from $450 (unframed) for 45.72cm x 30.48cm. Mareehomer.com; Antoniamrljak.com R

With the return of cooler days, it’s time to unwind at home. Update your interiors and take the opportunity

LIGHT AND DARK

Balance textured materials and light and dark colours for combination of soft velvet, matte black, pleasing muted pastels, shiny metallics and bold geometric patterns.

FRONT COVER FURNITURE Ekko Queen Bed Frame Upholstered in Warwick Gyro (reverse of bedhead ‘Tallinn’) fabrics, $2299. FRONT COVER HOMEWARES Marble Dome Pendant, $99. Mercer Table Brass, $249. Matte White Ginger Jar Small, $39.95. Salt & Pepper Marble Candle Large Black and White, $24.95 each. Velvet Queen Quilt Cover Set*1 Vintage Pink, $259.95. Sheridan Nashe Sheet Set*2 Blush, $289.95. Maison Pillow Case Dove, $29.95. Sheridan Earley Cushion Dove, $59.95. Sheridan Cassab Cushion, $49.95. Sheridan Earley Throw Dove, $229.95. LEFT FURNITURE Chanel 2-Seater Fabric Sofa, $2399 Includes Cushions. Aura Diamond Rug Smoke, $695. LEFT HOMEWARES Timely Stool Black, $299. Comb Lantern Large Gold, $69.95. Concrete Vase Tall, $74.95. Mercer Table Brass, $249. Foundry Bergamot & Mahogany 12oz Candle, $49.95; Verbena & Patchouli 12oz Candle, $49.95. Diamond Pendant Gold, $89.95. RIGHT FURNITURE Chanel Accent Chair, $2199 Includes Printed Cushion. Theo Shelving Unit Large, $1799. RIGHT HOMEWARES Kludo Table Lamp, $79.95. Salt & Pepper Marble Candle Large White and Black, $24.95 each. Samos Table, $199. Matte White Ginger Jar Large, $49.95. Zaragoza Throw, $245. Kew Cushion Indigo, $39.95.

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, 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.

LAYER TEXTURE

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.

OPPOSITE FURNITURE Pietra Queen Bed Frame Upholstered in Warwick Augustus Fabric, $5999. Aries Round Side Table, $1399. OPPOSITE HOMEWARES Sheridan Makers Quilt Cover Set*1, $219.95. Sheridan Nashe Sheet Set*2 Fog, $99. Matte Black Vase Small, $19.95; Medium, $24.95; Large, $34.95. ABOVE RIGHT FURNITURE Theo Shelving Unit Large, $999. ABOVE RIGHT HOMEWARES Pleated Velvet Cushion Cool Grey, $59.95. Kew Cushion Blush, $39.95.

Prepare for the ultimate winter weekend indulgence of long, lazy mornings in a cosy bedroom oasis; all you need is a gorgeous, welcoming bed lined with layers of luxurious bed linen.

FURNITURE Bordeaux Queen Bed Frame Upholstered in Warwick Plush Indigo Fabric, $2799. Bianca Carver Dining Chair, $459. HOMEWARES Marcel Wood Pendant, $119.95. Maison Queen Quilt Cover, $199. Maison Pillow Case Dove, $29.95 each.

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