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our hero Anthony Spon Smith’s newest Summer collection for Coco Republic calls on some seriously moody California vibes. Standout pieces in textural materials include this rich rust velvet sofa – the perfect hero piece for your next holiday at home. Oregon modular sofa, $5995; Monaco round concrete coﬀee table, $1295; Miran vase, $395; Tilo box, $195; Tao leather ﬂoor lamp, $995; and Valentina rug, $3795. COCOREPUBLIC.COM.AU

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NONALCOHOLIC A couple of light and delicious options: 1 Lyre’s non-alcoholic spirits, $44.95; lyres.com.au. 2 Fever-Tree Soda in three flavours: Lime & Yuzu, Italian Blood Orange and Pink Grapefruit, $8.49 for four; fever-tree.com.

OUR PICK OF ANDIPODEAN WHITES Light and airy, these chilled whites all deserve a place on your lunch table. Isabel Estate Marlborough pinot gris, $29, Dan Murphy’s; danmurphys.com.au. Pt Leo Estate chardonnay 2018, $56; ptleoestate. com.au. Once & Well Margaret River chardonnay, $21.99, Dan Murphy’s (as before). Shaw + Smith Lenswood Vineyard chardonnay 2018, $93; shawandsmith.com.

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PREVIOUS PAGE Hanging paper garland (on wall; see page 24 for instructions to make). Underline timber console in Pale Ash, $1995, Hegi Design House. Kirsten Perry double folded vase, $700, Modern Times. Hexa brass tray, $79, Black Blaze. Carron-Astier de Villatte ‘Marie-Antoinette’ terracotta ramekin, $139.95, The Lost & Found Department. J’ai Soif glass carafe in White, $89 (with matching tumbler), Maison Balzac. Dewy-pink fungi sculpture, $500, Kirsten Perry. Reach For The Stars III sculpture in white clay by Jan Vogelpoel, $560, Modern Times. Twister table lamp, $1250, and lamp shade, $250, Sophie Davies. THIS PAGE Various paper snowflakes (see page 24 for instructions to make). Como marble dining table, $2595, Coco Republic. Bounce chair in Pink & Red, $990, Daniel Emma. Flared dinner plate in Blossom, $53, side plate, $47, and bowl, $47, with oval vase in Milk, $84, Mud Australia. Carron-Astier de Villatte ‘Apolline’ dessert plate, $129.95, The Lost & Found Department. Ferm Living ‘Ripple’ champagne glass, $79.95 for two, The Lost & Found Department. Pomponette bowl (with beads), $79, Maison Balzac. Brushed gold cutlery, $349 for 24-piece set, Krof. Anne Black ceramic bauble in White, $20, Elevate Design. Bonbons, stylist’s own. OPPOSITE PAGE Kirsten Perry twisted vine/white bulb vase, $800, Modern Times. Ceramic bowls in Milk, $47 each, Mud Australia. Ferm Living ‘Balance’ brass candle, $79.95, Cultiver napkins in White, $49.95 for four, and linen pendant light, $99, The Lost & Found Department. Mineral sheer curtain in White (140cm x 230cm), $19.95, Freedom. Near The Tate painting by Colleen Guiney, $890, Modern Times. All other items, as before.

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THIS PAGE Tiny paper snowflakes have been added to the ends of these bonbons and secured with white twine. Anchorage concrete coffee table, $1795, Coco Republic. Carron-Astier de Villatte ‘Pivoine’ footed cup (cake stand), $329.95, The Lost & Found Department. Georgina Proud stoneware winged vessel in Ivory (with flowers), $350, Modern Times. Gabrielle candle in Pink, $19, Maison Balzac. Andes wool/cotton rug in Parchment (2.5m x 3.5m), $2845, Armadillo. All other items, as before. OPPOSITE PAGE This is the same wall-hanging as previously shown, with the two-layer gold snowflake drawn up closer to the middle. Font Bold lounge chair, from $3025, Fred International. Stripe prismatic plastic and powdercoated-steel light (Pink Lady), $1500, Daniel Emma. Wave dish (on coffee table), $45, Fazeek. Zafferano ‘Bilia’ tumbler in Pink (on table), $137 for six, Casa e Cucina. Aeyre ‘Gira’ candlestick, $119, Reliquia Collective. Large paper rosette, $15.95, Pulp Creative. All other items, as before.

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paper snowﬂakes YOU WILL NEED

These are simple to make if you follow the steps. Use paper that is firm enough to hold its shape, but not so thick that it won’t fold smoothly. For smaller flakes, wrapping paper or regular printing paper is fine to use. Thin card will have better hold for larger ones.

STEP 3 Mark a point of a standard length

along every second line and join the dots together to create lines you can cut along

DIFFERENT SIZES You can use anything

STEP 4 Cut out your template carefully.

STEP 1 On your chosen piece of paper, make

a semi circle like the one below. An averagesize baseline is 18cm, which will determine the diameter of your snowflake.

STEP 5 Once your template is cut out, it’s

STEP 2 Using a protractor and pencil, create

12 sections for each arc*. Each section should be 15 degrees in size. To create the increments, mark the 15-degree points in pencil outside the edge of the protractor, then draw lines from the centre of the circle (in this case it is half of 18cm, which is at 9cm) to the points. along the arc of the semi-circle. These will eventually be your snowflake’s tips.

ready to fold. Follow the lines to do this. For thicker paper or card, it’s a good idea to score the lines using the back edge of a scalpel blade. This will help to create a much cleaner line and, ultimately, make your snowflake look a lot more crisp.

STEP 6 Repeat the steps three or four times,

depending on how full you want the snowflake to be (ours were mostly three or four semi-circles). Join the overlapping end pieces together with glue or double-sided tape. *If you want a tighter fan, create 15 or more sections (eg. 180 / 15 = 12 degrees).

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variations to the snowﬂakes round to make your circle/semi-circles: a glass, cup or even a plate. Just apply the 12 sections and 15-degree-rule. A protractor or compass will help, too. ADDING CUT-OUTS If working with light-weight paper, take your folded semi-circle and cut small shapes along the folded edge, either a half diamond, a triangle or a semi-circle. If working with thicker card, you will need to do this on your flat semi-circle before folding up the fan. Simply mark out the shapes on your fold lines. It is useful to draw concentric circles or arcs with a compass; that way your shapes will appear aligned when folded. One you have marked them out, cut with a scalpel. CREATING LAYERS Making double flakes is simple. We used gold paper for our top layer, but you could use thinner paper from a craft store. To layer the flakes, stick to 12 increments per semi-circle, no matter how large the arc of the flake. Your increments are consistently 15 degrees, so the two flakes will always fit together. GARLAND HANGING Make six to eight snowflakes of different sizes and attach to fine ribbon or string with tape or by hand-stitching. Vary the lengths of the string so the snowflakes sit at different heights. Cluster them together so the width of the garland is approximately 90cm and the height is 100cm.

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IT’S EVERYTHING WE WANT FOR CHRISTMAS — AS WELL AS THE CHANCE TO WIN A BRILLIANT SELECTION OF MERRY-MAKING PRIZES

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Pack up your lobster rolls and head for the hills with this gorgeous handful, valued at $199, from The Beach People.

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outdoors

Inspired by the California coastline, Coco Republic’s ‘Architect’ sofa, valued at $3995, is deep and low, constructed with teak and rope detailing for simple but sophisticated outdoor lounging.

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The take-meanywhere tunes coming from this stylish speaker, valued at $199, will keep your summer parties swinging.

100+ GREAT GIFTS

1 Jardin beach umbrella in Sage, $659, Basil Bangs. 2 Lagoon bar cart in Shadow, $1095, Globe West. 3 XB23 Extra Bass Portable bluetooth speaker in Taupe, from $199, Sony. 4 Architect outdoor sofa in White, $3995, Coco Republic. 5 Dewit hand fork, $49, Homecamp. 6 Natural Instinct beach chair, $149, Sunday Supply Co. 7 Aleeya visor (in collaboration with Helen Kaminski), $230, Aje. 8 Stripe organic cotton beach towels in Olive, Grey and Navy, $59.90 each, Cittá. 9 Insulated picnic basket, $199, The Beach People. 10 Grow plant pot in Quinoa, $29.90, Cittá. 11 Folia Mini pot in Dove Grey, $59.95, Wedgwood. 12 Japanese steel scissors, $55, Gingerfinch. 13 Enamel salad and soup bowl in Blue, $35, The Dancing Pixie. 14 Beau cotton beach towel in Fawn, $64.95, Country Road. 15 Planet Finska ‘Linkki’ linden plywood outdoor game in Natural, $129, Freedom.

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Mouthblown at Iittala’s revered glass factory, Oiva Toikka’s iconic bird, valued at $499, has been reimagined for Christmas 2020.

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The Sparkling Citrus Exfoliating Ritual Gift Set, valued at $119, by Compagnie de Provence is a little taste of the best from this traditional French soap house.

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Featuring four show-stopping Clarins icons, the Multi-Active Luxury Collection, valued at $151, is the ultimate stocking stuffer.

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pampering

What better way to stay motivated and inspired than with the creative collaboration of our dreams. This Elissa Barber x An Organised Life lined notebook, valued at $25, is sure to keep you on task.

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Give a great smile for Christmas with the Waterpik Whitening Waterflosser, valued at $249.95, which flosses and whitens simultaneously.

1 Christmas Bird by Toikka Willow Grouse, $499, Iittala. 2 Sands cushion (50cm x 50cm), $139, L&M Home. 3 Palazzo cushion (50cm x 50cm), $139, L&M Home. 4 Compagnie de Provence ‘Sparkling Citrus Exfoliating Ritual’ gift set, $119, Libertine Parfumerie. 5 Becoming hanging earrings, $20.50, Roots & Mirrigal. 6 Waffle bath towel in Blush, $69.95, I Love Linen. 7 Ceramic oil burner, $65, Atley.Co. 8 Sunday women’s linen robe in Pickle, $149, Cittá. 9 Beauty roller in Rose Quartz, $35, Beauty Fridge. 10 Mesa bowl, $159, Cittá. 11 French linen queen quilt cover with pillow cases in Desert Rose, $345, I Love Linen. 12 Elissa Barber x An Organised Life notebook, $25, An Organised Life. 13 Biossance Squalane + Vitamin E Shimmering body oil, $82, Sephora. 14 Whitening waterflosser, $249.95, Waterpik. 15 Toasted tartan waffle bath towel, $49, Kip & Co. 16 Galaxy Watch3 smart watch in Mystic Bronze, $649, Samsung. 17 Galaxy Buds earbuds in Mystic Bronze, $319, Samsung. 18 Brad Turner Creative Collaboration ‘Nyunga – Sun’ candle, $54.95, Jamberoo Soy Candles. 19 Multi-Active Luxury Collection gift set, $151, Clarins. 20 Balmain x Trudon limited-edition candle, $229, Libertine Parfumerie. 21 David Bowie: A Life in Pictures 1947—2016 book, $39.99, White Lion Publishing. 22 Kakadu Plum hand & nail cream, $28.95, Maine Beach. 23 Purl knit throw in Quinoa, $139, Cittá. 24 Bixby screen readers in Turtle, $149, Caddis. 25 Ocean Ride candle, $79, Marco & Co. 26 Brave Heart framed print, $310, Adele Naidoo. 27 BoostCharge 3-in-1 wireless charger, $219, Belkin. 28 Clear oil burner and candle in Amber, $69, Fazeek. 29 Sheridan x Waverley Mills blankets, $499.99 each, Sheridan. 30 Cuddler dog bed in Blossom, $110, Snooza. 31 Hugo Arch chair, $1500, GlobeWest. 32 The Emma Original queen mattress, $899, Emma. 33 Tapi Guava cushion, $161, Walter G. 34 Kuru bowl in Seville Orange, $129, Iittala.

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Wrapped in gold foil and lush velvet, the floral and feminine limited-edition Balmain x Trudon candle, valued at $229, offers a little piece of Paris.

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The Caddis optical-grade readers, valued at $149, are great-looking Italian glasses that block blue light and come in five magnifications.

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Satisfyingly simple and clutter-free, this all-in-one Belkin wireless charger for Apple devices, valued at $219, will tick all the tech-lover’s boxes.

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Recline in style after your long lunch on the Hugo Arch occasional chair, valued at $1500, from GlobeWest’s delicious new interior collection.

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Combining pressurerelieving, breathable and eco-friendly foams, the award-winning Emma Original mattress, valued at $899 for the queen size, has seven zones of support to help you get the best night’s sleep.

Made in Australia’s oldest mill using 80% repurposed Sheridan towels and 20% recycled Australian wool, the super soft Sheridan x Waverley Mills blankets, valued at $499.99 each, are woven to last a lifetime.

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Treat your furry friend to a Snooza ‘Cuddler’ bed, from $109.90, made from super soft faux fur to provide comfort and security for anxious pets.

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win me! Send your little ones off to sleep under the cover of roarsome friends, courtesy of Kip & Co’s ‘Dino Earth’ quilt cover, from $149 for the single size.

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playtime

Relax this Christmas and let the kids do all the hard work in their on-trend Scandi kitchen, valued at $229.95, from HipKids.

1 Acorn bag, $59, Olli Ella. 2 MW Pete Cromer Wildlife three-piece dinner set in Elephant, $29.95, Maxwell & Williams. 3 Done By Deer ‘Stick & Stay’ snack plate in Croco Grey, $29, Designstuff. 4 Garland bunting flags in Tan, $59, Cattywampus. 5 Fleur Harris ‘Woodland 123’ chart, $129.99, Adairs. 6 Lace teepee in Pearly Moon, $229, Cattywampus. 7 Scandi toy kitchen, $229.95, HipKids. 8 Bloomingville wooden toy mixer, $79, Designstuff. 9 Back To Sleep book by Zoë Foster Blake, $19.99, Penguin Random House. 10 Peter Rabbit Blue money box, $69.95, Wedgwood. 11 Dino Earth single quilt cover, $149, Kip & Co. 12 Grey Flower seat, $135, Upsy. 13 Tony The Sloth soft toy, $59.90, Cittá. 14 French linen cot quilt in Ochre & Sandalwood, $130, I Love Linen. 15 Isle Arch mirror in Natural Rattan, $450, GlobeWest. 16 Daisy sunnies (for kids), $12.95, Sunnylife. 17 Square SQ1 instant camera in Glacier Blue, $199, Instax. 18 Rattan hoops, from $32 each, Such Great Heights. 19 Christmas play-dough pack, $59, Dough My Dear. 20 Stay Wild and Rainbow yoga mats, $79 each, Sunchild Yogi. 21 Velvet santa sack in Dusk Blue, $69, Kip & Co. 22 Mini Elwood kids’ backpack in Camo, $68, Tiba + Marl. 23 Areaware ‘Dusen Dusen’ pattern puzzle in Lenticular, $49.90, Top3 By Design. 24 Custom cubby house, from $2200, Yardart. 25 Recycled Tropical board shorts, $39.95, Country Road. 26 Magnetic Road Trip bingo game, $16.99, Sunnylife. 27 Cam Cam organic-cotton kids’ oven glove & pot holder set in Fiori, $24, Designstuff. 28 Dali ‘iO-6’ wireless headphones, $699, Amber Tech.

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win me! Capture a summer of fun with the latest in instant imaging via the Instax Square SQ1, valued at $199.

win me! Keep those hands occupied with three petite playdough jars, a rolling pin, mat and carry-all bag for craft on the go, valued at $59 from Dough My Dear.

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Start new traditions with Kip & Coâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s velvet Santa sack, valued at $69 and ready to be stuffed!

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win me! Bring a touch of luxe to a small space with this gorgeous thickly knitted Sahara rug, valued at $370, from Armadillo’s new Nook collection.

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win me! Salute in style with these cute coupe glasses, valued at $89.95 for two, from Luigi Bormioli.

Give the gift of style with De’Longhi’s grey ‘Icona Metallics’ range, featuring this toaster and kettle, valued at $308 for the pair.

win me! Once you’ve held a Finex ‘Speed Cool’ spring handle and felt the weight of this pan’s cast-iron body, there’ll be no going back. Valued at $450.

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win me! Cook delicious family-sized meals to perfection with the Panasonic NN-SD79L 44-litre microwave oven, valued at $549, featuring an elegant stainless-steel finish. 9

easy living

win me! Achieve restaurantlike results with the intuitive OptiGrill Elite, valued at $399.95, from Tefal.

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1 Icona Metallics toaster in Grey, $169, De’Longhi. 2 Icona Metallics kettle in Grey, $139, De’Longhi. 3 Sahara natural-fibres rug (0.6m x 1.8m) in Charcoal, $370, Armadillo. 4 Leather circle storage tray, $100, Atley. Co. 5 Wooden rolling pin, $16.90, Cittá. 6 Luigi Bormioli ‘Jazz’ Champagne coupe glasses, $89.95 for four, David Jones. 7 Sienna napkins in Blush, $48 for four, L&M Home. 8 Rose Gold bundt pan, $16, Wiltshire. 9 Asili x Cittá ‘Etch’ soapstone vessel in Pink, $149, Cittá. 10 Femme vase, $43.90, Beysis. 11 NN-SD79L 44-litre cyclonic inverter microwave, $549, Panasonic. 12 Akacia market bag, $245, Aje. 13 OptiGrill Elite grill, $399.95, Tefal. 14 Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs cuvée, $130 for 750ml, David Jones. 15 Forty Spotted Classic gin, $73 for 700ml, Lark Distillery. 16 Finex ‘1 Quart’ cast-iron saucepan, $450, David Jones. 17 Loft napkins, $67 for four, L&M Home. 18 Inside Out magazine subscription, $102 for 12 months. 19 Palazzo Crystal bookends, $280 for two, Greg Natale. 20 The Seven Sisters II framed print, from $300, Natalie Jade. 21 Ecovacs ‘Deebot Ozmo T8’ robotic vacuum, $999, Amazon Australia. 22 Croft table in Earth, $196, L&M Home. 23 Dean Toepfer ‘Vase Verse’ vessel in Melon/Taupe, $180, Gingerfinch. 24 Ceramic cups in Yellow and Pink, $39 each, Alex and Trahanas. 25 Smeg 50s Retro Style Aesthetic stand mixer in White, $689, Bing Lee. 26 Pleat glass vase in Storm, $119, Marmoset Found. 27 In Praise Of Veg: A Modern Kitchen Companion cookbook by Alice Zaslavsky, $59.99, Murdoch Books. 28 K400 variable speed blender in Dried Rose, $499, KitchenAid.

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win me! Greg Natale’s ‘Palazzo’ polished crystal bookends are inspired by the arches of the Colosseum and valued at $280.

win me! Put your feet up and leave the cleaning to the Deebot Ozmo, valued at $999. You won’t look back!

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win me! Be in the running for one of five 12-month subscriptions to Inside Out magazine, worth $102 each.

win me! Whip up a sweet summer cocktail (or three) in this blush-coloured statement piece, valued at $499, from KitchenAid.

win me! With over 150 recipes elevating vegetables to yummy new heights, this book, $59.99, will have you extending meat-free Monday to the rest of the week. 25

win me! Who doesn’t dream of having a vintage-style kitchen appliance like the Classic Smeg stand mixer, valued at $699, on display? 27 26

win me! Inspired by sundrenched summers filled with family and friends, these gelato-hued Alex and Trahanas ceramic cups, priced at $39 each, are made for entertaining.

HOW TO ENTER

CHRISTMAS MAY COME EARLY FOR SOME! This year, our Gift Guide includes an oﬀering of 33 prizes to be won! So whether you’re after a statement armchair or a luxurious outdoor sofa, a high-powered blender or an envy-inducing stand mixer, or even something snuggly for the four-legged friend in your life AND MUCH MORE, we’ve got Christmas sorted. Get creative and give us your best answer for a chance to win.

TO ENTER, SIMPLY HEAD TO HOMESTOLOVE.COM.AU/ INSIDEOUTXMAS AND FILL OUT THE FORM, TELLING US IN 25 WORDS OR LESS ‘WHY GIFT-GIVING IS SO MUCH FUN’ Conditions apply: see homestolove.com.au/insideoutxmas Competition commences 5/11/20 and ends 11:59 AEDST on 2/12/20. Open to Australian residents over the age of 18. This is a game of skill, not a game of chance. The Promoter is Are Media Pty Limited (ABN 18 053 273 546) of 54 Park Street, Sydney, NSW 2000.

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SET ON STONE For sculptor Lucas Wearne, limestone is a beautifully malleable and versatile material he shapes into sculptures and exquisite lamps (right and bottom).

lucas wearne PROFILE

Chunks of limestone are transformed into wondrous works of art at the hand of this talented, self-taught Melbourne sculptor

How did you discover you had a skill for sculpting? I’m fortunate

that being able to think spatially has always been a strength of mine. As a kid I worked for my dad, who’s a landscape gardener and stonemason, and I picked up on how the treatment and arrangement of natural materials can affect how we experience and interact with the spaces we inhabit. You have a background in landscape design, jewellery design and furniture making — how has that led you to sculpture?

I was studying a masters in landscape architecture and worked for a few different design studios on some really interesting projects. Even though I enjoyed the work itself, I quickly realised I was much more of a hands-on person and wanted to be making as well as designing. My first taste of running a small business was when I began creating jewellery, then I moved into furniture making. I started with sculpture purely out of curiosity, drawing on the skills I’d developed through my career. After posting some images online and experiencing a strong response to them, I was motivated to keep going. Finding there was an audience for my work, I guess I just went with it. So your experience has turned out to be nicely complementary?

Yes, all of these practices have inherently sculptural elements to them, so the methods and design thinking do translate between them. I think that’s the reason I’ve been able to move back and forth between those mediums – it feels natural. Although they’re diverse fields, I’m applying the same basic concepts of shape, form and balance across the varying scales of each practice. Do you create for art or functionality? Well, I don’t see the two as mutually exclusive. I want my pieces to sit somewhere in > 42 | INSIDE OUT

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between both art and function, with the individual choosing how to view it or use it. I don’t want to prescribe how my work is consumed or enjoyed. I think this is important, particularly when it comes to the very personal act of decorating your home. I love seeing the different ideas people have when arranging my work in their spaces. What draws you to working with limestone? I find that limestone is such an interesting and unique medium. Its unpredictable nature makes it really special, because it enables dramatic variations in colour, texture and density. This means no two pieces are the same – I love that. Your business is called Neighbourhood Studio — where did the name come from? When I started out, I was making furniture

and sculptures in my garden and selling them to my neighbours. Even now, many of my customers come over to pick up their pieces and I enjoy that interaction, being able to meet the people who’ll have my art in their homes. I put so much of myself into my art and it’s rewarding to hand it over in person. What’s your proudest professional moment so far? I was just nominated for an emerging designer award by The Design Files. That was a pretty huge moment for me! What’s next for you? I would like to branch out and experiment with new materials. I never want to stop learning new skills and expanding my practice beyond what it is now. Where do you find your inspiration? In contemporary art, architecture and design, and in the natural landscape. With its hard edges, soft curves and jagged, textural finishes, my work references Cubism, Greek Classicism and Romanticism. These movements seem a natural departure point for such an analogous craft. I want to give my pieces a contemporary feel that references the classics… without me recreating them. What motivates you to create? I’m lucky enough to have been able to turn my passion into my job. Although that comes with its own pressures, essentially I am doing my favourite thing every day: creating, making and experimenting. neighbourhd.com

BROAD SCOPE Threedimensional artworks (above) and sculptures, lamps and vessels of all sizes and shapes are available at Lucas’s online store, Neighbourhood Studio.

“My sculptures are a balance of form, materiality and process. They fuse traditional workmanship with contemporary design” LUCAS WEARNE

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HARVEY NORMAN PRESENTS

A few of our

favourite things Invite friends and family, set the table and prepare for a celebration of the things we have discovered that matter most this year â&#x20AC;&#x201C; good health, family and quality time together.

Find the recipe at harveynorman. com.au/recipes

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drinks on arrival

Set the mood for the day ahead with beautiful cocktails made with native Australian ingredients.

Cucumber & Finger Lime Gin Frappé and White Peach Aperol Spritz.

You need The Breville Bluicer With Breville’s latest versatile Bluicer you’ll be blending and juicing like a pro in no time. Completely eliminating the need for separate blending and juicing equipment, now you can effortlessly create restaurant-quality cocktails, juices and smoothies for friends, family and loved ones this festive season. BREVILLE THE 3X BLUICER PRO JUICER BJB815BSS $599.

JOANNA HUNKIN Editor, Gourmet Traveller

"Nothing says summer fun quite like an ice-cold cocktail. Give your favourite recipe a refreshing frappé makeover by blending it with freshly crushed ice – or purée fresh fruit to add an instant hit of colour and flavour. Have fun as you experiment - just don’t forget to refill those ice trays!" Find the recipe at harveynorman.com.au/recipes

LUCY KELLY Food Editor, AWW FOOD

"When we are sharing the cooking for Christmas Day I always love to tackle entrĂŠe. If you're going for a traditional ham or turkey for lunch or dinner I always find a seafood appetiser is a good way to start." Find the recipe at harveynorman.com.au/recipes

a little appetiser

Begin the feast with delicate starters that are deliciously artistic and designed to impress.

Salmon & Avocado Roulade with Wasabi Cream.

You need the KitchenAid Cordless Collection This Christmas, go completely KitchenAid cordless with the 5 Cup Chopper, Variable Speed Hand Blender and 7 Speed Hand Mixer and let your inspired creativity in the kitchen run free. KITCHENAID CORDLESS VARIABLE SPEED HAND BLENDER IN EMPIRE RED 5KHBBV83AER $259; KITCHENAID 5 CUP CORDLESS CHOPPER IN EMPIRE RED 5KFCB519AER $259; KITCHENAID 7 SPEED CORDLESS HAND MIXER IN EMPIRE RED 5KHMB732AER $259 - ALSO SHOWN IN ALMOND CREAM ON THE COVER 5KHMB732AAC.

the main event

Nothing says 'Christmas' more than an extravagant seafood main with a surprising twist.

Grilled Lobster & Steamed Kipfler Salad with Furikake Lime Mayo.

You need the Morphy Richards Multicooker Whether your festive heart is set on grilling, slow cooking, steaming or frying this Christmas, now you can lovingly craft a variety of delicious meals with just one pot. The convenience of the Morphy Richards Multicooker means more time for you to relax with your loved ones. MORPHY RICHARDS MULTIFUNCTION COOKING POT IN RED 562010 $229.

FRAN ABDALLAOUI Food Director, Australian Women's Weekly

"When entertaining at Christmas time I want convenience at my fingertips! The Morphy Richards Multicooker ticks all the boxes in one clever appliance. I can steam the potatoes and par-cook the lobster tails ahead of time and just before serving grill the lobster to caramelised perfection." Find the recipe at harveynorman.com.au/recipes

KARLIE VERKERK Deputy Editor, Gourmet Traveller

"A lavish Christmas lunch should always be topped off with a show-stopping dessert, and my go-to for any celebratory occasion is a classic pavlova. Topped with luxurious pillows of whipped cream and fresh in-season fruit, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the perfect sweet treat for a crowd." Find the recipe at harveynorman.com.au/recipes

for our sweet tooth Clear the table for a spectacular dessert that is sure to be your entertaining crown jewel.

White Chocolate & Berry Crown Pavlova.

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the perfect finish

Stretch lunch out to late afternoon and round things off with coffee and a sweet treat.

Espresso & Dark Chocolate Mousse.

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"Dessert is always the highlight of Christmas Day for me - it means the hard work is all done and I can sit back and relax as the afternoon turns into a long summer evening. This simple yet indulgent espresso and chocolate mousse is the perfect dessert for summer and Christmas entertaining as it can be made ahead, leaving me time to enjoy celebrating with friends and family." Find the recipe at harveynorman.com.au/recipes

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A new build is centred around family life at its festive finest

Coming together at Christmas is a highlight of the year for Geelong homeowners Peta and Fletch and their family. It’s not hard to see why. In their sprawling contemporary renovation of a 1940s home, a lived-in luxury is exuded by each and every room, where elements of Peta’s tastemaker prowess appear in lively pops of colour and texture. Turn the page for more details.

PHOTOGRAPHY NIKOLE RAMSAY STYLING EMMA O’MEARA

life The quaint heritage exterior of this Victorian home belies a contemporary fit-out thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perfect for everyday bliss and easily adapted for Christmas

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cheat sheet Who lives here Peta, trend director at Cotton On Kids; her husband Fletch; their two children: Luella (Lulu), 10, and Liberty (Tibi), eight; plus labradoodle Milla. Style of home A four-bedroom, twobathroom Edwardian-style 1940s home with a contemporary, open-plan extension. Following two years of planning, demolition work began in December 2017 and the extensive renovation was completed a year later.

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LIVING Come Christmas time, the family starts their festivities by selecting a tree and decorating it to merry-making tunes. The decorations, which take their cues from the large-scale artwork by Bec Connell, are a mix from Target, Down To The Woods and Spotlight; the presents are wrapped with blush-toned paper from Cotton On. Poppies For Grace honeycomb balls scattered throughout bring a decorative touch. Sofa, Jardan. Coffee tables, Freedom. Rug, GlobeWest. STUDY (opposite) A homemade advent calendar made from Cotton On wrapping sits amid paper decorations from Poppies for Grace. Desk chair, Muuto.

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eelong-raised homeowners Peta and

Fletch spent many restless nights debating whether to move back home or stay in Melbourne. After a final commitment, it was decided they would remain in the capital until their two daughters had reached high-school age, but following a serendipitous find, neither party could deny the pull of perfection. “I was away on a girls’ trip to Noosa in 2014,” says Peta, “when Fletch and Lauren, my best friend, found this place separately and sent it to me. The decision to buy it was then made quite quickly.” The location, a leafy inner-west suburb of Geelong called Newtown, was just too good to resist and the stumbling blocks fell away. “It was in an amazing area with a real community feel,” says Peta. “Beautiful schools and a vibrant village were all within walking distance.” Another clincher was their ability to lock down star architect Ben Robertson of Tecture for their project, which was one of his earliest. During the design process, the couple lived for two years in what Peta admits were “pretty shocking conditions”, with no heating and an interior that hadn’t been touched in over 40 years – by which time it was apparent that their dream home needed to be built from the ground up. So at the end of 2018, the family finally moved out and readied themselves for a 12-month renovation. As the street is heritage listed, the home’s beautiful Edwardian-style facade was retained while, behind the walls, an exciting new home began to

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“This place is so relaxed and calm, it feels like home as soon as we walk through the door” PETA, HOMEOWNER

SITTING ROOM Tucked away on the other side of the living room sits the real heart of the house, the star of which came from a school fete. “I knew the couch had to be mine!” says Peta. “It was ridiculously affordable, in the most incredible condition, and I was going to make it work no matter what!” Picking up where the velvet sofa left off is the Winston armchair from Jardan and Freedom side table. A Milk & Sugar rug grounds the Fibonacci Stone terrazzo flooring and oozes comfort once the fire is lit. Artwork by Bec Connell. Stacked timber sculptures by Lisa Lapointe. ENTRY (opposite) A handmade wreath on the original stained-glass door is bursting with warm-coloured baubles from Target and wrapped in an olive branch, perfect for welcoming Christmas guests,

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emerge. “The brief was lots of natural light, storage, and white brick detailing with a neutral palette, among other things,” says Peta. Her non-negotiable? “Black steel windows and doors.” Travelling overseas frequently for work, Peta found design inspiration in the beautiful cafes and restaurants of Antwerp and Paris, replete with light bright interiors and architectural accents such as the must-have steel detailing. “I would have eaten rice for the rest of my life to get these doors into the house,” says Peta. Having planned the home for so long, she knew exactly what she wanted when it came time to engage Lauren and Matt from Built By Wilson for the build. “I love marble terrazzo and blond timbers with black finishes. I’d always dreamt of this look and stuck to this timeless aesthetic.” The layout of the house was important for the full-time working family with two young girls, and the kitchen, living and laundry spaces needed to be hardworking but stylish. “We love that everything is hidden and streamlined and we worked with Ben to create a family-friendly island bench,” says Peta, adding that it’s the perfect perch for watching Fletch cook up a storm. As big entertainers, the couple felt that a seamless connection from their living space to the outdoors was essential. “I have a Maltese heritage, so food plays a huge part in our lives and especially in our Christmas traditions,” says Peta. “When we’re not in lockdown, we love hosting family and friends.” Their big backyard has different zones for impromptu barbecues and long lunches, with room for a pool one day. “The backyard is east-facing, so we get sun beaming through the floor-to-ceiling windows, and the timber slats create amazing light and shadows,” says Peta. It makes their mammoth undertaking more than worth it. “This place is so relaxed and calm, it feels like home as soon as we walk through the door. I love this house and wouldn’t change anything about it.” Contact Ben Robertson of Tecture through tecture.com.au. Built By Wilson is at builtbywilson.com. Follow Peta @peta_baldacchino_style

KITCHEN “We love the streamlined look and that everything, including the integrated appliances, is hidden,” says Peta. The kitchen’s cabinetry and bespoke island bench with rounded legs took their cues from the Muuto stools. Peta didn’t want a line through the marble, so the top is made with the largest single slab of Carrara that was available. Open shelving above the splashback holds a number of Peta’s collected curios and her beloved Andrea Shaw original artwork. BUTLER’S PANTRY (opposite top) For keen entertainers Peta and Fletch, a place to stash the mess, with a second sink and dishwasher, was essential. Custom V-groove cabinetry in Dulux two-pack Vivid White flows through the kitchen into the pantry. DINING (opposite below) Tritt House dining chairs mirror the black steel windows and are a perfect match for the GlobeWest dining table. The Douglas and Bec pendant with camel-coloured globes takes centre stage.

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LESSONS LEARNT “ It pays to speak to your neighbours” PETA, HOMEOWNER

“After striking up a conversation with the neighbours about our plans to build the garage, we quickly discovered that part of the lane we intended to use was private property. We immediately had to go back to the architect to flip our plans. While it was stressful at the time, it has given us a much more sheltered, and therefore enjoyable, outdoor area.”

GIRLS’ BATHROOM (top left) The mosaic tiles provide a simple backdrop for the Carrara marble benchtop and Fibonacci terrazzo splashback that’s mirrored in the subtle border around the bath. Mirror and vanity, SCLK. Towels, Kip & Co. LULU’S BEDROOM (top right) Bright bed linen and a Rachel Castle artwork make this space. Cushion, Sage x Clare. WALK-IN ROBE (bottom left) “This is my sanctuary,” says Peta. “I’ve worked in fashion for 25 years, so clothing and shoes are my weakness.” Blond timber floor-to-ceiling cabinetry houses plenty of storage. Handles, MadeMeasure. Bench, Country Road. Flooring, Cavalier Bremworth. ENSUITE (bottom right) All the bathrooms in the house have a consistent look. Carrara marble and a blond-timber vanity soften this beautifully detailed space. MAIN BEDROOM (opposite) The luxurious Ethnicraft bed from GlobeWest has jewel-toned bed linen from Jardan and soft velvet cushions from Castle. Side table, Target. Fritz Hansen ‘Caravaggio Read’ wall lamp, Cult. Ceramic vase, Boom Gallery. Carpet, Cavalier Bremworth. Artwork by Rachel Castle.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Line 02 pendant in White and Raw Brass, $1930, Douglas and Bec. Flowerbed I print by Kimmy Hogan (40.6cm x 50.8cm), $310, Greenhouse Interiors. Muuto ‘Nerd’ bar stool in Oak, $805, Huset. Carrrara marble surface, POA, Artedomus. Talis M54 single-lever kitchen mixer 220 (1 jet) in Matt Black, $794, Hansgrohe. Acrylic wall paint in Hailstorm, $130 per 4L, Porter’s Paints. Multicoloured Melange woven cushion, $79, Kip & Co. Golden Days velvet pillowcase set, $99 for two, Kip & Co. Tepih Neptune rug (260cm x 340cm) in Rose, $2760, GlobeWest. Livorno outdoor dining table in White Speckle, $2875, GlobeWest. Sicilian medium Turban Head vase in Apple Green, $690, Fenton & Fenton. HK Living ‘Straight L’ white speckled clay vase, $129, House Of Orange. Terrazzo Naxos tall pot in Pistachio, $140, Fenton & Fenton. Atelier 2+ ‘Abigail’ cane chair in Black, $595, Trit House.

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GARDEN With an east-facing aspect, the backyard is flooded with light, making it a great spot for summer breakfasts. The outdoor dining table from GlobeWest is often used for impromptu barbecues. Chairs by Hay. Stylist Emma O’Meara made the garland using honeycomb balls and paper decorations from Poppies For Grace. Peta’s collection of planters and vases is perfect for the DIY backdrop. EXTERIOR (opposite) “I love the black timber cladding from Eco Timber, and the slight barn look it creates,“ says Peta of the home’s contemporary extension. Green chairs from Hay surround the Early Settler fire pit, a favourite place to gather on cooler nights.

“Our summers are often spent outside, where we like to enjoy time as a family” PETA

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Conceived from the rooftop of the blockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s previous home, this unusual new build on the Gold Coast is a dramatic study in doing things differently

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EXTERIOR VIEWS Visible from the front yard (opposite) and back garden (below) are a plethora of interesting building materials. Looking towards the street-friendly picket fence, with palings spaced apart to encourage visual flow, are Honestly Artisan bricks in Bespattered from PGH and Weathertex WeatherGroove Woodsman cladding in Colorbond Night Sky. Wrapped around the upper living area are James Hardie Linea weatherboards, above rendered brickwork painted Dulux Lexicon Quarter.

cheat sheet Who lives here Josh Torney and Joelle Setiawan of architectural design and planning company JTech Design & Construct, with their toddler daughter Cedar, and Boston terrier Pickles. Style of home A striking new home with expansive entertaining zones. The design and planning phase took eight months up until February 2019, with the build taking place over 10 months after that. About $2.5 million, which included $$$$ the property purchase and cost of the design and build.

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“Standing in the kitchen, looking out to the living area, you’re wowed by the fireplace and massive central void. We wanted this space to overlook the whole house and be functional but aesthetically bold” JOELLE SETIAWAN, HOMEOWNER

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of the Gold Coast, within strolling distance of natural playground and swimming spot Tallebudgera Creek and Burleigh Point, the house that JTech Design & Construct owner Josh Torney and his wife Joelle Setiawan brought to life is an undeniable showstopper. With its tantalising interplay of lines, angles and tactile materials, the home’s dramatic facade hints at a world of possibilities beyond the front door. And for the parents-of-one, as well as the home’s building designer, Surfers Paradise-based Reece Keil, it’s exactly this double-take reaction from intrigued passers-by that they were hoping to achieve. “Our vision was to bring a new level of design to the area – a very bold statement to the street front by creating mass and volume but still keeping a soft, floating feel that draws you in and through the house,” says Josh. “The home captures you and takes you on a journey.” Reece concurs, adding: “The built form of the home is such that it dominates the street with its sharp architectural lines and textured wall surfaces, offering everchanging surface shadowing as the sun moves from east to west.” Encased by coastal greenery, the compact 530-square-metre block on which the 420-square-metre home rises was formerly occupied by a little 1960s pink-brick cottage. “We loved that the site has a north-east aspect and is surrounded by national park – it’s the perfect backdrop to watch the sunset over the tree line,” says Josh. “Reece and I were very passionate about the project and had a combined vision from the start.” In fact, Josh and Reece took determining the site’s prime orientation to a new level – in more ways than one – at the beginning of the planning process. “I told Josh I’d meet him on his site on Monday afternoon if he brought a ladder and some beers,” says Reece. “Come Monday afternoon, we climbed up on the roof of the original home and shared a six-pack of beer while we studied the aspect as the sun went down. The neighbours were confused, to say the least,” he says, adding with a laugh, “but the rest is history!” Due to this great early communication, Josh and Reece had a similar vision from the outset. “We wanted to build a unique family-friendly entertainer that completely maximised the small site, with an architectural aesthetic of mixed materials unlike any other in the area,” says Reece. And as the works began in earnest, an especially joyous reason to meet the deadlines presented itself. “Joelle and I had our baby girl, Cedar, the day before the demolition of the original house,” says Josh. “Which was very positive motivation to complete the project and create a place to call home.”

KITCHEN (this page and opposite) “I like the fact that the house is unexpected — its look, its layout and its finishes,” says Joelle. “The breakfast bar and timber mouldings are Cirque Tasmanian Oak from Porta, and we used Smartstone Premium Plus in Ash Naturale from Stone Corp for the tops.” Smeg appliances have been integrated into the custom cabinetry by local company P&J Cabinets. The finish is Honey Elm in Nuance by Laminex, which was also used in the open butler’s pantry (top). LANDING (above) On the first floor is a large corner window that illuminates the staircase and upper level. Sitting daintily on the Balmain Oak herringbone flooring is a thinly framed Kiyo Slouch chair from April & Oak. Vase from an artisan market. The wall colour is Dulux Lexicon Half.

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And that they did. For despite its bold design, this is a house that was created first and foremost for liveability. It was important to everyone to strike a balance between the two. “While the outside is very structurally architectural, we wanted the inside to feel relaxed and homely,” says Joelle, who looks after interior design and staging for JTech. Inside and out, the generous use of timber, stone and exposed brickwork lends a sense of warmth and laidback style to the airy living domains. Expansive walls of glass and sliding glazed doors to the alfresco zone and pool create an easy connection with the sunny outdoors, filling the home with life-affirming daylight. “We incorporated a lot of corner windows because they let so much light into the house, as well as really capturing the surroundings,” says Joelle. “There is so much greenery in the local hills, and it’s lovely to be able to enjoy those views from the house. It makes you feel as though you’re in your own little oasis in the suburbs.” When it came to the interiors, Joelle happily took charge, further softening the home’s angular lines, soaring ceilings and robust finishes with an eclectic mix of furnishings and artwork, beginning with the beautiful internal flooring in Balmain Oak herringbone from Floor Distributors. The soft and sandy palette perfectly references the beach location. “The style is modern coastal,” says Joelle. “I wanted to incorporate lots of organic materials, such as linen and rattan, in different textures and colours that complement each other. I do love natural textures, and tend to go for an earthy look and feel. This is a summery house, and yet it’s also lovely in winter with the open fireplace.” Joelle and Josh have relished seeing their vision come to life, but they’re ready to embark on a new chapter, just in time for the festive season. “We recently sold this place and will start building all over again,” says Joelle. “We would love to find a block in Burleigh, but we’re open to Palm Beach or Currumbin and will know it when the right block comes along! Of course, it is a little bittersweet to move on, as we do have an emotional connection to the house. But it’s lovely to know that another family is going to enjoy it this Christmas. It’s a home that’s perfect for entertaining, and also just for relaxing every day.” See more of JTech Design & Construct’s high-end projects at jtechdc.com.au or @jtech_dc. Reece Keil’s work can be viewed at reecekeildesign.com.au or @reecekeildesign ENTRANCE (top left) A feature wall of Annukka stone from Stone Style makes a lasting first impression in the entrance, complemented by the stunning American oak stairs. FIRST-FLOOR LIVING (above) With 4.5m high exposed-rafter ceilings, this space is bright and airy. A large artwork by Jai Vasicek presides over the sitting area, complete with rattan coffee table by Au Fait Living and pendants from St Barts online store. LIVING (opposite) The main family room has a textured palette of exposed brick, concrete and timber. A Noguchi coffee table in Natural Ash slots in next to a Mosman rattan occasional chair from 55 Parrots. Salsie modular sofa in Natural Dalton linen from Freedom. Jamaican Fringe pendant light, St Barts. Cannes sheer curtains, Love Blinds & Awnings.

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MAIN BEDROOM (both pages) “We wanted to add some texture and warmth with the timber,” says Joelle. “The batten wall in Glosswood’s Blackbutt wraps all the way around into the ensuite and robe.” Custom bench seat by JTech, built by P&J Cabinets. Salsie ottoman, Freedom. Pendant light, Beachwood Designs. Jenola concrete stool/bedside, Schots Home Emporium. Pink bed linen, Bed Threads. Cushions, H&M Home. Mapa wall light, Form Lighting. ENSUITE (opposite) “We’re spoilt for choice between the dual rain shower heads, a hand-held shower and a bench seat relax or soak in the tub,” says Joelle. Kado bath, Reece. Custom JTech vanity with Smartstone in Blanco Naturale by Stone Corp. Cupboards faced with Honey Elm laminate in Nuance by Laminex. Urban wall tiles in Charcoal, Three Balls Red.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Italian linen large pendant light with frayed edge, $199, Beachwood Designs. Honey Elm woodgrain laminate in Nuance, from $99.77 per sq m, Laminex. Elysian pull-out kitchen mixer in Brushed Brass, $499.90, Abi Interiors. Urban tile in Charcoal, $49.60 per sq m, Three Balls Red. Salsie sofa in Natural Dalton, $1899, Freedom. Nina cushion cover, $79.90, Città. Cane lounger, $880, Worn Store. French linen queen quilt cover in Clay, $295, I Love Linen. Ribbed timber stool, $79, April & Oak. Juliet vase in Natural Chalk Ivory, $69, Paola & Joy. Delfina wicker bar stool, $179, Freedom. Elegante terrazzo tile in Pebble, from $139.95 per sq m, National Tiles.

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LESSONS LEARNT “Don’t be afraid to go with a non-specific style” REECE KEIL, BUILDING DESIGNER

“I wouldn’t put this home in any specific style or era category because it has hints of many. It’s unique and that’s what I like about it. And although it is uncategorised, it is relevant and accepted within its setting because it is interesting. Interesting gets noticed, and interesting is what’s remembered.”

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NORTHERN EXPOSURE In the hills behind Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Surf Coast, an artist and her family found a plot of land that gives them a sunny outlook all year round

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EXTERIOR Nat Andersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family chose Colorbond Night Sky steel for the roof and walls of their new home in the Barrabool Hills. KITCHEN (opposite) The full-time artist specialises in landscapes and seascapes so living in a beautiful location is endlessly inspiring. As well as some of her own paintings, (on bench), Nat has works by Ren Inei (top shelf), Peter Roux (middle) and others. Like the rest of her home, the kitchen has a subtle but stylish Seventies vibe, seen here in the Yohen Border tiles by Inax.

cheat sheet Who lives here Natalie Anderson, an artist; her husband Shane, an electrician; their daughters: Harriet, 22, Scout, 16, and Mietta, 14; and various pets: border terrier Sunny, bulldog Gus, and cats George and Mikki. Style of home A three-level dwelling based on passive design principles. After buying the land in 2016, the family started buildng their new house in March 2018. They moved in 15 months later. Their budget for the design fees $$$$ and build was $850,000.

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“Normally, it’s difficult to build a house on a hill,” says awe of the ocean since she was a child. So when Robert. “You have to cut it into the hill, otherwise the front of the house ends up a long way off the ground. In this case, it was the time came for her family of five to find a important that the house just sat on the hillside and looked like new place to live, Nat insisted they didn’t stray it had always been there; that meant no retaining walls and no far from the coast.“We had been living on a verandahs sticking out high in the air.” semi-rural property near Geelong and enjoyed Robert suggested black Colorbond steel for both the external being in the countryside,” she says, “but I also walls and roof of the home. “We wanted them to be of the same wanted to be within 15 minutes’ drive of the sea.” material, so it almost appeared as if the home was a large rock Nat and her husband Shane homed in on a district known half submerged in the landscape,” he says. Inside, Robert was as the Barrabool Hills, in the hinterland behind Victoria’s Surf guided by Nat’s enduring fondness for the 1970s. “I wanted Coast. “It’s very green, very beautiful and full of broadacre to borrow from the things I loved in my childhood: split levels, farms,” says Nat. Best of all, it was very close to the beach. sunken lounges and plywood walls,” says Nat. “And of course, But small properties in the hills are hard to find and the search floor-to-ceiling windows to take in the view to the north.” extended for months. Then, one day, a friend of Nat’s told her Not everything was possible within the about a newly listed property. “My friend was budget, however. “Those limewashed ply interested in it herself, but her partner at the “The angled walls were one of the first things we time, Robert, was an urban dweller and didn’t want to move,” Nat explains. external walls make scrapped,” reveals Nat. “Plaster is really cheap, I found out!” However, Robert was able to The family raced out to the property and the house look as line one room – Nat and Shane’s bedroom – discovered a one-hectare patch of gently if it grew out of the with ply. Other requests, such as a sunken rolling hillside surrounded by fields of black landscape instead living room, were more easily accommodated, Angus cattle. “I thought, ‘This is perfect – of sitting on it’’ although a planned library was abandoned we’re never going to get it,’” says Nat. “It felt ROBERT TROUP, ARCHITECT due to space constraints. “You have to decide like it was out of our reach, but then it came what you’re prepared to compromise on and to the auction and we were successful.” what you’re not,” says Nat. “If I come into money, I can still put By that stage, there were limited funds left over to build the ply on my walls. But can I really change the ceiling height?” their forever home. Luckily, Nat’s friend’s partner – the urban Other decisions were guided by Robert’s interest in dweller, Robert Troup – was an architect. “He’d seen the land sustainability. Concrete-slab floors give the home a high thermal and they’d kind of been thinking about buying it, so he had mass, which helps control internal temperatures all year, and already designed this whole house in his mind,” says Nat. there is cross ventilation through rows of narrow windows along Fortunately, Robert offered to work on the house for a reduced the south-facing rear of the property. Those windows offer rate. “It’s one of those dream sites that faces north and has a glimpses out to the south, where there are paddocks and cows. gentle slope to the north,” he says. “Immediately, I got an idea Nat, Shane and their three daughters are now happily set up of where the living rooms might be.” in the home and love its northern spot. “We’re spoilt for choice The family and Robert agreed that the floor plan should when it comes to the aspect,” says Nat. “Even the bathrooms face be very wide to maximise the northerly views. Robert also north. You can actually be in the shower and have the sun warming convinced Nat and Shane that the house should comprise three stepped levels with sloped roofs, which would allow the building you through the floor-to-ceiling windows – it’s fantastic.” to follow the contour of the hill, thereby strengthening its View Nat’s work at natalieandersonart.com or @natandersonartist. connection to the landscape. Contact Robert Troup on 0425 707 101 or at narwanthee@gmail.com andscape painter Natalie Anderson has been in

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LIVING AREA (this page) A painting of the ocean by Nat hangs above a vintage Fred Lowen sideboard behind Harriet and Sunny. Plenty of seating can be found on the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Togo armchair by Ligne Roset and four-seater Retro velvet sofa in Ochre by HK Living, through House Of Orange. Gold cushion by Nathan + Jac, supplied by Because Of Jonny. Green bowl (with lemons) by Ana Jensen. Platters, bought in Kyoto. Natalie sourced the small rattan-topped bench (bottom right) from Facebook Marketplace. OUTDOOR SPACE (opposite) Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at least a hectare of undeveloped land in which to roam.

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While the family love living in their contemporary home, Nat chose to have her painting studio in a traditional timber cottage on the rise above the house

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DINING AREA An Ikea table and dining chairs sourced from Purple Jungle sit atop a sisal rug from Natural Floors Melbourne. Canine artwork by Michelle Dawson. KITCHEN (opposite top and below left) The benchtop is honed black granite and walnut veneer. Pause stools by Woud, through Floc Design. Shane with Scout, who hangs out in an HK Living chair from House Of Orange. SITTING AREA (opposite right) Keeping the living space warm in winter is an AXIS 1000 double-sided fireplace by Sculpt Fireplaces.

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MAIN BEDROOM The walnut-veneer ‘bedhead’ is actually joinery wrapping around the ensuite and robe. Personal touches abound, including a fish trap that Shane sourced in Thailand and turned into a lamp shade. Coverlet and throw, Adairs. Nathan+Jac velvet cushions, Because Of Jonny. Artwork by Nat. HARRIET’S ROOM (opposite top) An eye-catching border-terrier print by Animalist (through Instagram) inspired the colour palette. Harriet made the macramé piece. Linen, Milou Milou. ENSUITE (opposite bottom) A sink by Slabshapers sits on the black-granite vanity. Cabinetry, walnut veneer. Vase, Because Of Jonny.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Mele 1 Light squat pendant in Ash/Frost, $199, Beacon Lighting. Yohen Border YBNA07 ceramic tiles, POA, Artedomus. Hand-thrown medium round bowls, $34 each, Ana Jensen Ceramics. Vitra ‘Akari 1AG’ table lamp by Isamu Noguchi, $605, Living Edge. Vogue ‘Aura 1600’ freestanding oval acrylic bath, $2378, Caroma. Ligne Roset ‘Togo Fireside’ chair, $3495–$3925, Domo. Sahara jute rug, from $1460 for 1.7m x 2.4m size in Natural, Armadillo. Lynette velvet cushion in Mustard (50cm x 50cm), $89, and Linen House ‘Kew’ cushion in Navy (45cm x 45cm), $39, both Domayne. Refuge Of The Spirit oil-on-canvas artwork by Nat Anderson (160cm x 110cm), $4500, Boom Gallery. Terracotta hanging pot, $145, Garden Life.

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LESSONS LEARNT “Get creative with compromise” NAT ANDERSON, ARTIST/OWNER

“Compromise is your friend, not your enemy. Having an unlimited budget and getting every feature you want might seem appealing, but in the end there’s something a bit soulless about that. If you have to come up with other solutions, I think you get something even better.”

FAMILY BATHROOM All the bathroom floors are polished concrete. Here, the ladder is from Ikea and the light is an affordable Beacon Lighting design. A log crafted by Shane’s father keeps bath supplies handy. Pom Pom hand towel, Miss April. EXTERIOR (opposite) The family gathered around their fire pit, just outside the lower living area. The fire pit itself was made from repurposed construction steel, and the stone surrounding it is highly sought-after Ceres sandstone, donated by some generous neighbours. Each of the seats is a stone-filled gabion basket, built from kits sourced at Melbourne’s Yarrabee Stone.

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1 Entry 2 Dining area 3 Kitchen 4 Pantry 5 Laundry 6 Study 7 Family room 8 Bedroom 9 Bedroom

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ALL CHANGE Every December, this Danish design blogger gives her house in Copenhagen a fresh new look to see the year out WORDS & STYLING METTE HELENA RASMUSSEN PHOTOGRAPHY TIA BORGSMIDT

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DINING AREA This end of the living area was previously a conservatory, now fully insulated and fitted with beautiful new windows. The recycled-timber dining table is a custom piece by Thors Design, which specialises in patinated timber from decommissioned Danish harbours. Jill had the chairs reupholstered in one of her favourite velvet fabrics. Pendant light, Thomsons. DETAIL (opposite) Green foliage, white plates, grey napkins, wood tones and a little brass complete Jillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas table. The shortbread is from gourmet cake company KageKompagniet. Plates, Lyngby Porcelain. Brass candlesticks, Gejst Design.

cheat sheet Who lives here Jill Mee Lyme, an interiordesign blogger; her husband Peter Mee Lyme, a builder; and their children: Celina, 13, Maximillian, seven, and Louie, three. Style of home A 1950s bungalow in a suburb of Copenhagen, Denmark. The home has been opened up and extensively renovated.

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hat happens when a rampant ideas

person and her builder partner buy a home? They find themselves living in a blissful but bonkers state of constant reinvention. That is clearly the case for Jill Mee Lyme and her husband Peter, who juggle changing up their home on a regular basis with raising their three gorgeous children. Jill is the well-known stylist/writer behind Shades of Grey, and interior design (especially the possibilities of rearranging and restyling homes) is her passion. Peter specialises in brick and stone works on a large scale and so, while some of his wife’s domestic projects mean “a little more work in the evening”, nothing seems to faze him. Their design story started a few years back, during their search for a home. As soon as they arrived at a 1950s bungalow in Kastrup, a suburb of Copenhagen, the ideas started flowing. “Even at that first showing, there was so much to think about,” says Jill. “Peter said that if we removed all of the stuffing [the unnecessary walls of the home], it would be possible to put in a new open kitchen-dining area, and dig out the basement for more rooms.” With that in mind, the contract on the 175 square-metre home – which wasn’t fit to live in – was promptly signed and the couple got to work. Today, the living area is one large 85-square-metre space comprising a combined kitchen-dining zone and a sitting room that once was much smaller but is now big enough for the whole family. Tying all the zones together is new herringbone oak parquet flooring with an oiled finish. “We spent a long time and way too much money choosing materials for the home we were dreaming of,” admits Jill. “I can spend days looking for inspiration

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on the internet and in magazines, and was keen on a few expensive joinery styles for the kitchen, but Peter’s priority was the appliances.” To balance the budget, the couple bought affordable Ikea elements, which they spiced up with new fronts from Form Plus and handles from Buster and Punch. That way, Peter got his Gaggenau stovetop, two ovens and a wine cooler. All are in full use in December, when the family entertains at scale after rolling out a new Christmas look. To accompany their menu, the setting has to be novel but nuanced, in line with the home’s grey palette and golden highlights. “My only true Christmas tradition is changing the style every year – and adding about three kilos to my weight,” says Jill, laughing. “One year it was classic red, another time it was turquoise, and once it was pink.” The family’s festive paraphernalia and regularly circulated furniture and accessories (featured in Jill’s blog) are kept outside in a huge industrial-size storage container, which the Lymes acquired during their renovations as a temporary storage solution. Now it’s like a treasure chamber for all her projects. “My parents are no longer with us, and so changing the yearly Christmas style has become my way of turning Christmas into something extraordinary,” she explains. “When our house was finished, I decided to go for it and bought pretty much every Christmas ornament I had always wanted – in colours and expressions that fit our home as it is now.” But despite her enjoyment of the status quo, it seems Jill’s flirtation with flipping her home is far from over. “I still have plans for it,” she says with a twinkle in her eye. “Our house is an ongoing project, and my next one is a little balcony in the kitchen, or maybe a first floor – when Peter has time.” See more of Jill’s styling work at shadesofgrey.dk

LIVING ROOM (all images except far right) This is more of a grown-up space, perfect for evenings. Great Ash velvet sofa from Eilersen. Black chair and coffee table, vintage finds. Against the internal wall is: a 19th-century oak console featuring a pink glass vase by Gunnel. Painting (on the wall) by Tommy LIVING Jill bought the generous sofa from Ilva and the OX Denmarq marble table from Amazing Living. Ă&#x2013;stmar and photograph by Lars GrĂśnwall. Artwork (beside slip-covered white chair), also by Gunnel. Pendant light, Thomsons. The tree decorations are from Nordstjerne, with star and candlesticks from Ferm STUDIO HALLWAY (opposite, top) Like generations of children many years before her, Gunnel hangs Living. Every year, Jill puts pine cones in clusters under a glass dome or (on branches) in a large vase. up her coats along the wall. At the back is an old-style cast-iron radiator, its paint flaked off long ago. PREPPING THE TABLE (opposite) Not your average Christmas cake, this attention-grabbing design in complementary colours is from local business KageKompagniet. Champagne glasses, Brocante Fund.

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lessons learnt “You can buy a ‘designer’ kitchen at Ikea” JILL, BLOGGER/OWNER

“We bought all our kitchen cupboards from Ikea and then added cabinet doors made by Form Plus, a company that specialises in hacking Ikea kitchens into beautiful and exclusive-looking designs. On the benchtops, we added heatresistant Dekton slabs from Cosentino.”

KITCHEN The upgraded Ikea cabinets are enhanced by brass tapware from Quooker. Appliances, Miele. Ceiling lights, Due de Fønss. White vase, Lyngby Porcelain. DINING (opposite) In addition to the Christmas cake, Jill and her family enjoy madeleines and Danish hvid gløgg (white mulled wine) throughout the festive season. Near the dining table is a gorgeous brass drinks trolley. Velvet curtains, Garant Valby.

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“I’ve broken up the grey with warm ochre nuances in the soft furnishings, and accessories in brass and ‘golden’ metals” JILL

MAXIMILLIAN’S ROOM This is one of the new basement spaces, complete with a micro-concrete floor. Bed, Oliver Furniture. Wicker chair, ByON. Basket, Muubs. LOUIE’S ROOM (below left) The littlest member of the family loves his Sebra Interior bed. Canopy, Numero74. Mobile, Konge Sløjd. POWDER ROOM (below right) Here, the wall has been treated with a plaster product called Kabe. Year-round ‘sunshine’ comes from inside the reflective brass sink by Ono. Benchtop, Dekton by Cosentino. Round mirror, AYTM. CELINA’S ROOM (opposite) Texture softens the grey palette in this teen space. Linen, Ellos. Table, Muubs.

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GREAT FINDS

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT Normann Copenhagen ‘Pebble’ black marble cheeseboard, $130, Designstuff. Grohe ‘Essence’ pull-out sink mixer in Brushed Cool Sunrise, $921, Reece. &Tradition ‘Flowerpot VP3’ table light, from $660, Cult. Ferm Living ‘Heart’ brass ornaments, $39 for four, Arrival Hall. Uovo three-seater sofa, $7975, Domo. Lyngby Curve porcelain vase, $112, Sagas World. Invändig terrarium dome (15cm), $7.99, Ikea. Elle Luxe round marble coffee table in Brushed Gold, $2065, GlobeWest. The Rug Collective ‘Raziya’ shag rug (160cm x 230cm), $179.95, Zanui. Mercer upholstered dining chair in Amber, $663, Satara. Home Republic grey single sheepskin rug, from $143.99, Adairs. Kartell ‘Jellies Family’ glass sugar bowl in Transparent Pink, $65, Space. Winston coupe glasses, $19.95 for four, Salt&Pepper. Joanne Buchanan ‘Deco Snowflake’ tree decoration in Gold, $78, Amara.

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the long view

This space gives you the full picture of a unique house

Architect Rachel Hudson of RH/a was first approached about this project on Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s northern beaches in 2014. It took a few years for the owners to commit to the undertaking, but what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve emerged with is a contemporary coastal home with beautiful materials and furnishings that express the sense of calm and refinement its creator intended. Finding the right pitch for the roof was an esssential step in the design process, and the rafters on the flip side look stunning in the same white as the walls and even upholstery, against the oak floor. Turn the page to see more.

WORDS DEBORAH GRANT PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON WHITBREAD

DREAM IT. DESIGN IT. DO IT.

breeze way

A covered deck linking every part of this coastal home has kept a Sydney family close

WORDS JESSICA BELLEF PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON WHITBREAD

dining room

Blessed with a resort-style pool aspect is the family’s generous Provincial oak table (and chairs) by The Wood Room. Borge Morgensen leather chairs (at each end), Vampt Vintage Design. Pendant, Ha’veli of Byron Bay.

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backyard

The sense of entrance to the back of the house is enhanced by wide timber stairs that are perfect for perching. This view also captures the new pitched roof, looking entirely at home above the ground floor. The decking is tallowwood. Furniture, Naturally Cane.

cheat sheet Who lives here Cassandra Campana, a casual primary-school teacher; her husband Carlo, a project manager; their daughters: Chloe, 25, Bella, 22, and Olivia, 19; and Winni, the familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chocolate labrador. Style of home A 1950s brick beach house in Newport, NSW, which was reinvented as an open-plan, contemporary, coastal home. The couple engaged architect Rachel Hudson in late 2014 and, after a pause, the renovation began in March 2018 and was completed roughly a year later.

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front garden Painted Dulux Night Sky and Vivid White, the facade is striking against the sky — and the blue of the ocean just across the road. Its balustrade detail chimes in effortlessly with the picket fence. Sandstone, Gosford Quarries.

reezy barefoot ease ﬂows through this coastal

family home on the northern beaches of Sydney. A neutral palette of natural materials and paredback decor instantly lowers the heart rate, and the seamless transition from indoors to out is literally a breath of fresh ocean air. The owners, Cassandra and Carlo Campana, bought the property in 2012. They’d lived in a neighbouring suburb, but wanted to be closer to the beach and schools for their three daughters, Chloe, Bella and Olivia. This house was perfect. “It was originally a cute double-brick house, but was too small for us,” says Cassandra, who, along with Carlo, loves entertaining at home. “From the get-go, we were thinking about a renovation,” she says. “It just took us a while!” The couple worked with architect Rachel Hudson of Rachel Hudson Architecture (RH/a,) drawn to her refined design aesthetic and the serene feeling her projects create. “She was also a good listener, so I knew she was right for us,” offers Cassandra. They initially signed with Rachel in 2014, but the process was paused when life diverted the family’s focus. The year-long renovation finally commenced in 2018, with construction company Peninsula Projects at the helm. While the facade of the original brick home remains, the reconfigured layout – complete with stunning new roofline and entertainer’s backyard – has given the close-knit family ample room to kick back and relax.

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CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT Concordia stone, POA, Allambie Marble. Rice Husk light shade (60cm x 50cm), $250, Ha’veli Of Byron Bay. River rug in Natural (50cm x 140cm), $170, Armadillo. Thonet ‘Hoffmann’ chair, $592, The Wood Room. American Standard ‘Acacia E’ vessel basin, $475, Reece. Copper Railway outdoor wall light, $449, Fat Shack Vintage. Kado ‘Lux’ oval freestanding bath (1750cm), $1880, Reece. Pretzel armchair, $849, Naturally Cane. Dane Craft ‘Granada’ timber bench seat in Ash Timber, $425, Replica Furniture. Dulux Weathershield paint in Colorbond Night Sky, $96.90 per 4L, Bunnings.

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the moodboard

The Campanas wanted a home that tapped into their neighbourhood’s laidback lifestyle and so they were keen to open up the layout and maximise the entertaining areas, indoors and out. “We’ve always been really big entertainers,” says Cassandra. Top of the wish list was a self-contained studio in the backyard to provide accommodation for guests, and a second-storey addition to the main house that would give Cassandra and Carlo a relaxing retreat. “I wanted the house to feel calm and inviting, but have lots of warmth at the same time,” says Cassandra, who loves raw materials such as sandstone, timber and concrete: “I feel peaceful when I see those beautiful materials together.” With her conﬁdent sense of style, Cassandra looked forward to decorating the home slowly over time. “I didn’t want to rush around and just buy things to ﬁll the house up,” she says.

1 Terrace 2 Entry 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom 5 Garage/carport 6 Bathroom 7 Bedroom 8 Outdoor terrace 9 Laundry 10 Bathroom 11 Living room 12 Dining area 13 Kitchen 14 Pantry 15 Deck/plunge pool 16 Studio/kitchenette 17 Bedroom 18 Bathroom 19 Main bedroom 20 Ensuite 21 Retreat 22 Study

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kitchen

Textured concrete benchtops (treated with Alpha Concrete Sealer from Domcrete) top the list of simple but beautiful materials in here. Vivid White cabinetry by Zanda Custom Joinery. Splashback, Tiles By Kate. Stools, The Wood Room.

wishlist + Open-plan living “The plan was to create a combined living, dining and kitchen area at the back of the house,” says Cassandra. + Old and new inclusions “We wanted to retain the facade and add a second storey for a roomy main ensuite.” + Calm palette “The key to this was using natural materials and carefully selecting all the accessories.” + Redesigned backyard “We had enough space for a self-contained studio plus a barbecue area, a pizza oven, and a plunge pool and spa.”

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design it

While the mission was to preserve the shape of the home’s original frontage, the roof line and floor plan had to be completely overhauled. “There was no connection between the interior of the home and the sunny backyard,” says architect Rachel. The effortless merging of indoor and outdoor space was engineered by shifting the bedrooms from the rear of the home to the front and pushing the living spaces to the back, where they could flow out to the backyard across a covered deck. A steep gabled roof was Rachel’s solution to the couple’s fear of a second-storey addition looking like it was unceremoniously tacked on to the old home. “They did not wish for the second storey to appear bulky and incongruent with the cottage, like it was ‘piggy-backing’ the dwelling, so to speak,” says Rachel. The new profile encompasses two levels in an elegant singular form and gives the home the dramatically pitched ceilings that the family – and their guests – love so much. Inspiration flowed freely when the time came for the Campanas to discuss the aesthetic direction of the home with Rachel. “I had a scrapbook of images, and Pinterest was my best friend!” says Cassandra. The keen ideas hunter also used social media to source furniture and fittings. “I found so many suppliers by searching hashtags on Instagram,” she reveals.

living/dining

Classic Concrete Co did the concrete flooring throughout the home. It has a burnished finish with a penetrating sealer that gives it a raw look. To emphasise the already light space, the walls are painted Dulux Vivid White.

sitting area

main bedroom

The Campanas opted for Mt Angus Sandstone on the fireplace, installed by Stone Hance & Co. Sofa and coffee table, The Wood Room. Anchor Ceramics ‘Earth Light’ wall sconces in Speckled White, Design Nation.

Calm and almost colour-free, this private space features oak on the floor and built-in side table. Caravaggio wall light (custom sprayed in Vivid White by the builder’s dad), Lucretia. Bedding, Hale Mercantile Co and Cultiver.

laundry

Corian was chosen for the bench as it’s a continuous surface that was able to incorporate a sink. Mizu ‘Drift’ tapware from Reece. Cassandra bought the baskets from various places.

studio

The same materials are used in this separate dwelling, including the American oak flooring with a matt oil finish by Synteko (white was added for a subtle limewashed look). Custom ladder with oak steps, made by the builder.

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outdoor area

Heading towards the pitch-roofed studio, the deck takes in a plunge pool and spa (not shown) with surrounds in Fijian Mahogany. Creating an opening for a Dragon tree breaks up the timber expanse.

main ensuite

Ceramic-look floor tiles from Exclusive Tiles are the perfect base. Wall tiles, Tiles By Kate. Kado ‘Lux’ oval bath, Sussex ‘Scala’ taps and Milli ‘Pure’ shower head in Tumbled Brass, all Reece. Timber stool, Beachwood Designs.

the best bits

do it

The renovation was a relatively stress-free process. “We were very lucky to have a build with ample access and level land, and fantastic clients that made any potential challenges easy to mitigate from the beginning,” says Beau Jones, managing director of Peninsula Projects. That’s not to say Beau’s team cruised through the build. “Creating the 45-degree roof meant many weeks of hard work at height,” he explains. With the soaring 7.5-metre ceiling in the main living space, the exposed rafters painted white, and pocket sliding doors that open to the deck, the overall effect is of a weight lifted off your shoulders. The sandstone fireplace anchors the voluminous area, featuring sun-bleached sandstone pavers that were part of the original home. The peaked roof (which encases the new mezzanine level with main suite) and the high-contrast colour palette of Dulux Night Sky and Vivid White sit very comfortably on the street. Beau, whose company has been building in the area for more than 25 years, says, “All the aspects of the home have been wonderfully curated to enhance what a coastal lifestyle provides.” That’s precisely what the Campana family were looking for when they started the process. “I’d be happy to live here forever,” says Cassandra. “My husband says he’s still got one more renovation in him, but I don’t know about that,” she laughs. RH/a: rachelhudson.com.au. Peninsula Projects: peninsulaprojects.com.au 102 | INSIDE OUT

+ Size “Our house is ideal in the sense that it’s not too big. It’s a nice size for our three adult children and, at some stage in the future, their children as well,” says Cassandra. + Stone benchtop “The Concordia marble benchtop [not shown] in the main ensuite is a personal favourite.” + Lighting “This was tricky to design because of the tall ceilings, but I feel like we got it right. I love the house at night. Every light is dimmable, and we have uplights to highlight the rafters.”

lessons learnt “If something isn’t right, it can be changed” CASSANDRA, OWNER “The finish on the concrete kitchen benches wasn’t right at first and would mark very easily. So it was stripped back and sealed with a different product. Alpha Concrete Sealer by Domcrete did the trick, and now it has a nice matt look.”

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The Block: Glasshouse co-winner and interior architect Shannon Vos. voscreative. com.au

BEST OF THE BLOCK The ’rona threw up a few obstacles this year, but the teams still managed to pull oﬀ big design wins all round. Our very own Blockspert, Shannon Vos, takes us through the detail

hannel Nine’s The Block is a juggernaut of an experience

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any other year, but throw into that the complete chaos of 2020’s COVID-19, social distancing, statewide travel bans and Melbourne being closed for half the show and it is a complete miracle that these homes were even ﬁnished, let alone to such an incredible standard! It will be interesting to see what happens come auction time, but in the meantime here are my pick of the strongest spaces from each of the ﬁve teams.

STYLE STEALS

tash & harry Inspired by the 1920s Though it may have scored poorly and

had plenty still left to paint, the facade of this 1920s gem is a striking beauty that balances contemporary design, a welcoming aesthetic and a slice of early-century charm. The father-anddaughter team’s living room with its modern minimalism was a hot contender for the win in that category, but who can go past the delicate quaintness of their front yard? The soft white-on-white palette is perfect for this period, and the layered planted elements look smart. White PGH bricks formed into a delicate curve of tiered steps brings the home into the 20th century and adds a lot of softness to the space. The timber fretwork and Juliet balcony chosen by Harry and Tash create plenty of character and, as their yard is the biggest and most secluded, it’s sure to appeal to a growing family. FROM FAR LEFT Marko large mild-steel and glass lantern, $99.95, Freedom. Morada bricks in Blanco, POA, PGH Bricks & Pavers. Jacinta concrete planter in Milky White, $99, Schots Home Emporium. Baltimore antique-brass lever on round rose, $149 (including two handles), Schots Home Emporium.

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Inspired by the 1940s George and Sarah nailed it with their ensuite and cemented

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themselves as a powerhouse couple way back in week four of the competition. A perfect antidote to their lacking main bedroom, this space ticks all the boxes and then some. Though softened with curves, the bold black bath and tapware have quite a strong presence. This, however, has been perfectly balanced by installing a muted mauve (I don’t want to say nude, pink, blush or rose) tiled feature wall. I love the texture in the ﬂoors, and the way the tiles create movement underfoot, plus the layout is really spot-on. The lighting is subdued enough to make the space feel intimate and cosy, and although it’s usually considered a no-no to use four tile selections in one bathroom, the subtlety in all of these gets Sarah and George off the hook – just.

FROM LEFT Kado ‘Neue’ freestanding bath (1730mm), $2240, Reece. Union Mauve Satin subway tiles, $57.70 per sq m, Beaumont Tiles. Venice 450 solid-surface counter basin in White (450mm), $680, Reece. Home Republic ‘Florence’ textured towels in Olive, from $19.99 for a hand towel, Adairs. Nappa leather cushion (50cm), $198, L&M Home. Celestial Star Map wallpaper in Grey, from $63 per sq m, Grafico Walls. Noire side table in Black, $419, Freedom.

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STYLE STEALS

Inspired by the 1930s Daniel and Jade rolled the dice and offered

up an extra bedroom way back in week five when the rest of the contestants only submitted the one bedroom and bathroom. Though their floor space remains the same (hence the bedrooms are smaller), this sets them apart from the others, and having the only five-bedroom home is sure to grab the attention of bigger families at sale time. A quick search shows the huge milliondollar price jump between the average four- and five-bedroom home in Brighton, and I’m sure that it’s this decision that will either make or break the South Australian couple. Their girl’s bedroom is an exhibition in colour and shape, lending tones of rust and terracotta, while the boy’s (pictured) is a masculine but very versatile space. The topographic wallpaper sits well with the moss green bedspread, and the uniform stripes with Mouille-inspired wall light is a nod to the mid-century, tying the home’s story to the modern needs of a family.

daniel & jade

Inspired by the 1910s The kitchen is the heart of any home, and a respect for their nominated

luke & jasmin

era balanced with modern tech and contemporary ﬁnishes set a strong heartbeat for Luke and Jasmin. We all need to celebrate our COVID curves and house four was ALL about curves: in the walls, skylights, mirrors, bedheads and even the kitchen sink! The curves in the island bench and its opposing wall are accentuated by the curves in the scalloped timber cladding, and the contrasting white stone benchtop and cabinetry are simply divine. Pops of gold bring a bit of 1910s bling, and the ﬂuted glass (more curves) is a solid nod to that time. The warmth of the timber would make any lucky buyer feel right at home, and the stack of appliances, spacious butler’s pantry and endless storage could satisfy the fussiest of chefs. Despite their rocky start, Luke and Jasmin have continued to stun us with their modern yet organic take on the 1910s brief, delivering warm tones, eclectic styling and clever design.

STYLE STEALS

FROM LEFT Lucas Weave metal and Danish cord kitchen/bar stool in Black/Charcoal, $862, Satara. Mizu ‘Drift MK2’ gooseneck pull-out sink mixer in Brushed Gold, POA, Reece. Nature’s Oak character-grade European-oak flooring, POA, Carpet Court. Selina highball glasses in Grey, $44.95 for set of four, Freedom. Cian two-piece outdoor powdercoated-metal and olefin sofa and table set in Grey, $3199, Domayne. Dry Pressed Architectural bricks in Organic White, $4160 per 1000, PGH Bricks & Pavers. Tampa fibre-clay concrete planter in Milky White (37cm x 37cm), $109, Schots Home Emporium.

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Inspired by the 1950s From the get-go, the Queensland power couple hit us with their Fifties

jimmy & tam

love affair and we lapped it up! The story told in their house is one of fun, colour and consistency, and this Palm Springs-style facade is the first page, setting the stage for what happens inside. Jimmy and Tam’s bold statement is also sure to drum up interest at auction. Brickwork (supplied by PGH) forms the framework and low-water plants ensure that the owners’ weekends won’t be spent gardening. The scattered granite monoliths pair beautifully with the desert grasses, mother-in-law’s tongue and multiple cacti, and the breeze blocks are a great choice, lovingly watched over by a giant palm they’ve called Darren Palmer. In a warm, muddled-pink tone, the front door is perfect, but what really captures the Palm Springs aesthetic is the chimney’s column of blonde brick and mid-century signage. The Junction really sums up this home – a crossroads of modern Melbourne design and eclectic 1950s living.

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COOL RUNNING

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here’s cheers Special occasions call for special drinkware – behold the beauty of Karakter’s Sferico 4 (above left) and Sferico 6 glasses, $75 each from Cult; cultdesign.com.au

YOU LITTLE BEAUTY

get a handle TOP STUFF Industrial in appearance and sustainably produced, Silestone’s new Loft surfaces include Nolita (shown here), POA; cosentino.com

Brand new from Armadillo is the Nook range of natural-fibre rugs and mats specifically made for sometimes-tricky small spots, such as by the sink. Prices start at about $140; armadillo-co.com

Seeking the perfect satin-finish handles for your kitchen? Designer Doorware has just added a rich black to its line of super-durable PVD satin-look hardware styles. See more at designerdoorware.com.au

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3 OF A KIND Eco-friendly kitchen helpers

Planet Luxe House Cleaner in Australian Lemon Myrtle Blend, $18, Wellbeing Island; wellbeingisland.com.au. Natural Stainless Cleaner, $13.95, Koala Eco; koala.eco. Surface All Purpose Cleaner, $16.95, Cove; cove.cleaning

Fresh ﬁnds and purposeful pieces you’ll want to own prized tiles If there’s one tile style Australian kitchen designers have been favouring over all others in recent months, it would have to be the beautiful, timeless Inax tile, POA, loved for its considered Japanese aesthetic and the way its glaze can bounce light around a room; artedomus.com

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Città’s super-soft Waffle kitchen towels, shown here in Latte and Tobacco and priced at $29.90 each, are made with 100 per cent organic cotton; cittadesign.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY: ANSON SMART (ARMADILLO), DAVE KULESZA (ARTEDOMUS), PROJECT BY MRTN ARCHITECTS (TILES). STYLING: STEVE CORDONY (ARMADILLO)

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coast to coast Let calmness wash over you through the use of a serene, sophisticated blue colour burst Adding colour to a room is powerful, so a timeless blue is a wise choice for your walls. A blue with grey undertones creates a refined yet effortless aesthetic – perfect for any room in the home, particularly shared spaces. To build on a coastal look, add white to skirtings and style with light timber, natural textures and artwork.

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THE PERFECT COMPLEMENT

Porter’s Paints Hailstorm is a rich, teal-inspired blue while Porter’s Paints Dark Newport Blue is a far deeper, moodier take on the Porter’s Paints Explorer Blue shown in this room.

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GLOW RIGHT AHEAD Drift off with the Cloud table lamp, $149 from Milk & Sugar. Standing a petite 28cm and featuring a pleated glass shade, it’s a lovely light for your bedside table; milkandsugar.com.au

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The height-adjustable Ralph bed, from $699, is even more enduring now that it’s available in a matt-black finish; incyinteriors.com.au

wise investment Side tables don’t come any more breathtaking than this made-to-order Geo glass and rammed concrete piece. $2245; danielboddam.com 112 | INSIDE OUT

take a break When the Kip&Co design team started working on the Vacay collection last year, they were inspired by the idea of holidaying at home. Little did they know... The resulting range is simply gorgeous: pastels are paired beautifully with dreamy floral prints; kipandco.com.au

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I want to create a kids’ retreat for my girls to relax and hang out in with their friends, but I don’t want them to outgrow it. Do you have any tips for designing a space that my children can enjoy now, and when they’re older?’ One of the key design considerations we bring to our projects is working out how a space can grow with the evolving needs of a family. For a kids’ retreat, I would suggest a soft, neutral palette, as those colours create a calming and welcoming environment. It is also unlikely that your kids will fall out of love with muted tones, so they are a safe bet. To add interest, play with textures in the form of a sculptural armchair, a fun ottoman, a natural textured rug or some printed cushions. A neutral coloured wallpaper is also a great way to inject some fun into the space, without going crazy on colour.

FROM LEFT Gubi ‘Beetle’ upholstered dining chair in Green Canvas 984, $1669, Surrounding. Normann Copenhagen ‘Hyg 4 Leg’ chair in Olive, $805, HG Furniture Solutions. Apparentt ‘Esteem’ chair, POA, Castledex.

EMMA BUCHAN, DIRECTOR, EB INTERIORS

This space by Sydney’s EB Interiors has a neutral palette and flexible furniture that will work for children of all ages.

ask an expert Stylish solutions for all your design dilemmas

PHOTOGRAPHY: PRUE RUSCOE (EB INTERIORS), ALEX WILSON (VOLA)

I want to do some painting in my outdoor space this summer, but I’m not sure where to start. What advice can you give me? Lynne, via email The first step to a great outdoor painting project is deciding what you’ll be painting, which is not always as easy as it sounds. To help with the process, consider how much time you have, your confidence level, and your enthusiasm for the task ahead. If you’re just starting out, upcycling an old outdoor table or refreshing the kids’ cubby house could be the perfect project. If you’re feeling adventurous and have more time on your hands, perhaps painting the entire front fence or even the exterior of your home is an option. Whatever project you take on, you’ll want a paint that’s simple to apply and long-lasting. After all, your main goal should always be to minimise future maintenance, so you can spend more time enjoying your hard work! Designed to last and last, British Paints’ 4 Seasons range has a 25-year guarantee against peeling, flaking and blistering. The formula, which has been specifically designed for our harsh climate, makes it easy to get outdoor paint jobs — even by DIYers — right first time. BONNIE JENKINSON, SENIOR BRAND MANAGER, BRITISH PAINTS

Exterior paint colours from the latest British Paints ranges.

I’ve been given a mid-century Parker dining table as a hand-me-down and am not sure which chairs to put with it. Can you suggest a few designs that might work? Penny, via Instagram My advice would be to select a chair designed in the same era, or sympathetic to the style of the era. Look for something with tapered legs, which would work well against your table. A coloured upholstered chair could add interest as well as comfort. Avoid different timber shades, though choosing something less matchy, such as one of the options pictured, would not only work well against the teak tone of your table, it might be your ticket to modernising the look. MIA DAMINATO, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, INSIDE OUT

VOLA ‘KV1’ one-handle natural-brass mixer in colour 19, POA.

Can you use a bathroom mixer in a kitchen, or vice versa, and are there any pitfalls to doing so? Kate, via Instagram Most mixers are suitable for the kitchen or bathroom. In fact, some of our most popular kitchen mixers, including the VOLA KV1, are commonly used for both. The vital thing to consider when selecting a mixer for the bathroom is that kitchen mixers tend to be larger in scale than bathroom mixers, so aesthetically they may be overpowering when used on a vanity. Similarly, practical considerations such as a swivel or spray feature may be unnecessary in a bathroom with a compact washbasin, so VOLA’s KV1 offers the option of a fixed swivel spout to suit these applications. BIRTHE TOFTING, SALES AND MARKETING DIRECTOR, VOLA

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An outdoor shower keeps salt and sand from the surf at bay In the front garden of this home in Sydney’s northern beaches is an outdoor shower planted in with olive trees, liriope and licorice plants. Constructed by Round The Bends Plumbing using an old recycled electrical pole supplied by the builder and a showerhead from Outdoor Showers, it offers a glorious end-of-swim experience that the owners love almost as much as their home’s handy-toeverything location. See page 96 for the full story. WORDS DEBORAH GRANT PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON WHITBREAD

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I ’ V E A LWAYS WA NTE D. . .

a servery Improve the connection between your kitchen and alfresco zone with a new opening to the outside world

service hatch or room from which meals were served to the wider household, while keeping ‘the help’ obscured. However, today’s serveries focus on improving the connection between the kitchen and an adjacent outdoor space by way of a wide, opening window and extended bench space. As open-plan and outdoor dining options grow in popularity, the servery has emerged as a way to support barbecues and alfresco living, and to allow people in the kitchen to be more involved with those outside. And of course, it allows food and drinks to be quickly delivered without tracking back and forth.

size and scope

A servery is easiest and cheapest to install as part of an extension or renovation, as adding a servery to an existing wall will require interior and exterior alterations to the home, the replacement of windows and benchtops, and potential structure work if the wall is load-bearing. Ensure the window for your servery is wide enough to accommodate the number of people you plan to seat at it. “Generally, 70–75cm per person is enough space for someone to talk to people on either side, and get on and off their stools,” says Fiona Shakespeare, director of Sydney’s Shakespeare Design. “If you want a sink in front of the servery, make the benchtop slightly deeper, around 68cm. The depth of the external servery should be a minimum of 30cm, ideally 35–40cm.”

style setting

Picking the perfect window for your servery is key to its functionality and visual appeal, so consider options such as bifold windows (easily opened fully for unobstructed views and access) or a more affordable gas strut window (simple to open and takes up little space, it offers an unobstructed view when open or closed, and can act as an awning when open). Whatever you choose, ensure the window has a good seal from the elements to prevent dust and water seeping in.

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To make your servery aesthetically pleasing, the benchtop should flow seamlessly from the kitchen and be made from UV-resistant, weatherproof material, such as engineered stone, marble or tile. “Alternatively, timber works well if you like a rustic beach house look and don’t mind staining the wood regularly, or letting it weather naturally,” says Fiona. “Make sure you design the servery in a warm spot that catches the sun and is out of the wind, so people want to spend time there.”

shade options

If it’s in an open setting, your servery may need shelter from the elements. “A retractable canvas awning over the servery window adds colour and will protect you from the sun and even a light rain shower,” says Fiona.“Make a sophisticated statement with fabric in a black and white stripe, or choose grey and white or yellow and white for more of a beach-shack or cafe feel.”

lighting

Overhead lighting is a practical option for a servery as it requires little to no space – just make sure there’s adequate task lighting for food prep and service. “Overhead spotlights, or exterior lights mounted on the walls to either side of the window, are ideal as they won’t obstruct its opening and closing,” says Fiona. “Lights should be able to pivot, so they can be directed onto the bench surface where people are sitting.”

seating

As a servery only offers a shallow bench space on the exterior side, stools are the best seating option in terms of space and aesthetics. “The most comfortable stools have a back, are weather-proof and easy to keep clean,” says Fiona. “They should also be made from a UV-resistant material, such as a treated timber or man-made rattan, so they stay in good condition and can be wiped down. Breakfast stools are usually 65cm at seat height, which suit servery benches that meet the standard kitchen bench height of 90cm.”

OPPOSITE This funky servery was designed by Victoria’s Kennedy Nolan architects to better connect the Modernist Anatol Kagan home to its garden. The gas strut window design was “an investigation of colour, materiality, pattern and detailing”, says Kennedy Nolan’s head of interiors Adriana Hanna.

PHOTOGRAPHY: DEREK SWALWELL. SHAKESPEARE DESIGN; SHAKESPEARE-DESIGN.COM.AU OR @FIONASHAKESPEARE

raditionally, a servery was a counter,

size and scope Make the servery large enough for people to sit at.

lighting Practicality is key, for serving and eating at the outside bench.

style setting Gas strut windows or bifolds are best.

seating Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t squeeze in too many people. More than three may need a table.

shade options Consider an awning in a chic weather-proof material.

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home for The secret to being in the moment and savouring a relaxed Christmas Day with your family is a smart strategy of crack pre-planning and clever prep ideas from the pros. Oh, and a superstar glazed ham!

Christmas

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HAIR & MAKE-UP: MICHELLE COX, USING R+CO (HAIR) AND CHARLOTTE TILBURY (MAKE-UP).

nnika Kaban’s Christmas traditions are a self-confessed ‘mixed bag’, with every second year spent with husband Tom’s family in Adelaide, a plane ride away. “We almost always pay extra for luggage for the presents!” she says. Alternate years are spent in Sydney with Annika’s family, where her Italian mum serves lasagna or pasta over baked ham and sends everyone off for a snooze. Her Ukrainian father follows the Julian calendar for an Orthodox Christmas on January 7, filled with dumplings, borscht and stuffed cabbage. This year will be Annika and Tom’s first in their new home, and they’re looking forward to opening presents with sons Henry and Archer. “To see the joy on their faces will be priceless. At such a tough time in our lives, simple pleasures mean the world!”

SPICED PINEAPPLE, GINGER AND HONEY GLAZED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE RELISH

PHOTOGRAPHY CHRIS COURT STYLING NATALIE JOHNSON FOOD STYLING STEVE PEARCE RECIPES JESSICA BROOK

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The plan for this festive menu was to make everything delicious but stress-free. So we called in food stylist Steve Pearce and recipe writer Jessica Brook from Sage Creative Co to share their secrets for a lovely, lazy Christmas meal. “Some salads just get better with age,” says Jessica of the supplementary offerings they came up with. “Potato salad always tastes best when it’s had time to sit in its dressing, so this is perfect to make a day ahead of time. And always peel the skin to allow the dressing to flavour the flesh. “The bread and heirloom tomato salad also gets better the longer the ingredients have had time to sit,” she continues. “In-season tomatoes and the chargrilled bread soak up vinegar and dressings, and taste better after marinating. I like to chargrill the bread a few days in advance and keep up to a week wrapped in cling film. On the day, you simply add the burrata and spoon over the oil. “A glazed ham is a great carve-as-you-sit option. The glaze can be made up to a week in advance, using really simple ingredients that you can reduce down into a stunning glaze. This particular ham cooks flesh-side down, which creates a self-glaze cooking process. And I would recommend you glaze the ham a day ahead, then reheat any additional glaze in a small saucepan over a low heat to serve.” “And a no-stress dessert is essential,” adds Steve. “Pavlova is a show-stopper and perfect to make a couple of days ahead, as you need time for it to cool slowly in an oven, drying the shell to crispness, leaving you free to throw on easy storebought toppings as you serve.”

THIS PAGE Norway Spruce wreath, $14.80, Koch & Co. Inset Dad Tom serves up Christmas lunch to wife Annika and sons Henry, six, and Archer, four. OPPOSITE Aquitaine platter, $49.95, and Whitehaven salad servers in White, $49.95, Provincial Home Living. Oval spice dish in Ghost Gum, $19.95, and peasant plate in Ghost Gum, $49.50, Batch Ceramics. Glass flutes, $59 for two, Maison Balzac. Linen tablecloth in White, $145, and linen napkins in Sage, $50 for four, Cultiver. Anne Black matte porcelain Christmas baubles in Grey and White, $13 and $20, Elevate Design. Standing Christmas tree ornaments in Off-White with Silver (24cm), $35, and Forest Green (15cm), $19 each, and White Paper Onion ornament, $10, Nordic Rooms. Star garland, stylist’s own. Wrap and ribbon throughout, Vandoros Fine Packaging. CLOTHING The family’s own, except Henry’s linen shirt in Khaki Green, $54.95, Country Road.

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BREAD AND HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD WITH SUMMER HERB DRESSING AND BURRATA

THIS PAGE Peasant plate in Slate (top left), $49.50, Batch Ceramics. Paris platter in Milk, $294, Mud Australia. Laguiole ‘Jean Dubost’ stainless-steel carving set, $130, Williams Sonoma. Scullery board in Natural, $34.95, Provincial Home Living. Anne Black oval plates in White, $46 each, and hanging bird ornament, $25, Elevate Design. Nolan cutlery, $109 for 16-piece set, and Cola tumblers in Faded Moss, $12.95 each, Country Road. Coucou carafe, $129, and wine glasses, $79 for two, Maison Balzac. White scallop plate, stylist’s own. Ham, Otway Pork. OPPOSITE Large plate in White Beach Sand, $110, Tara Dennis Store. Perrier-Jouet Blanc de Blancs Champagne, $139.99, Dan Murphy’s. Star garland, stylist’s own. All other items, as before.

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potato salad with crème fraîche, yellow beetroot, herbs and finger limes

spiced pineapple, ginger and honeyglazed ham with fresh pineapple relish

SERVES 4

SERVES 10—12

2kg chat potatoes 200ml tub crème fraîche 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp finely grated lemon rind 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp honey 2 tbsp mayonnaise 200g mixed radishes, trimmed and halved 1 bunch yellow beetroot, trimmed and scrubbed 2 tbsp white-wine vinegar 2 finger limes, pearls separated 2 tbsp chopped chives Edible flowers, to serve

2 cups (500ml) pineapple juice 1 cup (250ml) ginger ale 1 cup (250ml) spiced rum ¼ cup (60ml) soy sauce 100g ginger, sliced 1 star anise 1 cinnamon quill 1 tbsp fennel seeds 1 tbsp Chinese five spice 2 whole dried chillies 1 cup (220g) firmly packed brown sugar ½ cup (180g) ginger marmalade* 1 x 8kg whole leg ham (we used one from Otway Pork) 2 small pineapples, quartered lengthwise ¼ cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar 2 star anise, extra 2 cinnamon quill, extra

1 Place the potatoes in a large saucepan of cold salted water. Bring

to the boil and cook for 8 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside to cool slightly. Peel and halve the potatoes and place in a large bowl. 2 While the potatoes are cooking, whisk together the crème fraîche, mustard, lemon rind, lemon juice, honey and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper. Pour half the dressing over the warm potatoes, add the radishes and gently toss. Refrigerate until cold. 3 Thinly slice the beetroot using a mandolin. Place in a bowl with the vinegar and toss to combine. Set aside to pickle for 10 minutes. 4 To serve, toss the potatoes and radishes with the remaining dressing. Top with beetroot, chives, finger lime pearls and flowers. TIME-SAVING TIP You can boil the potatoes and toss them in the dressing a day in advance. POTATO SALAD WITH CRÈME FRAICHE, YELLOW BEETROOT, HERBS AND FINGER LIMES

1 To make the glaze, place the pineapple juice, ginger ale, soy sauce,

spiced rum, ginger, star anise, cinnamon, fennel seeds, Chinese five spice, dried chilli, brown sugar and ginger marmalade in a large saucepan over a high heat. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes. 2 Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan forced). Use a sharp knife to score the skin around the sides and hock of the ham, before using your fingers to gently remove the rind. Trim any excess fat. Wrap the ham hock in non-stick baking paper, then aluminium foil. Pour ¾ of the glaze in the base of a deep roasting tray. Place the ham, top-side down, in a large deep-sided roasting pan and roast for 20 minutes. Turn and roast, basting every 10 minutes with the glaze, for a further 20 minutes or until the ham is golden and sticky. 3 Place the pineapple, remaining glaze, vinegar, extra star anise and cinnamon in a deep-sided roasting tray and cook for 30 minutes, turning half way, or until golden and caramelised. 4 Serve the ham sliced with glaze and pineapple. TIME-SAVING TIP You can glaze the ham and cook the pineapple a day ahead and serve cold. *Ginger marmalade is available from supermarkets. You can use orange marmalade as a substitute.

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bread and heirloom tomato salad with summer herb dressing and burrata SERVES 4—6

pepperberry pavlova, whipped mascarpone cream, hibiscus syrup and raspberries SERVES 10—12

1 sourdough baguette, halved lengthwise 1 clove garlic ¼ cup (60ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra to brush ¼ cup (60ml) sherry vinegar 2 tbsp caster sugar 1 tsp flaked salt 1kg heirloom tomatoes, small halved and large sliced ¼ cup mint, chopped ¼ cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped ¼ cup tarragon, chopped ½ cup baby rocket leaves, chopped 1 bunch red salad onions, thinly sliced 125g burrata Baby lemon verbena leaves*, to serve 1 Preheat a chargrill pan or barbecue over a high heat. Brush each

side of bread with oil and rub generously with the garlic. Grill the bread for 1 minute on each side or until charred. Placed on a large platter and set aside. 2 Whisk the sherry vinegar, sugar and salt together. Arrange the tomatoes on top of the bread and spoon over the vinegar. Refrigerate for 15 minutes so the tomatoes can marinate and the bread can soak up the vinegar. 3 Combine the mint, parsley, tarragon, rocket and oil in a small bowl. Just before the meal, spoon the herb dressing over the tomatoes and serve topped with onions, burrata and lemon verbena. *Available in small punnets from greengrocers. If you can’t find them, you can use mint as a substitute. THIS PAGE Anne Black plates in Thunder, $46 each, Elevate Design. OPPOSITE Freya cake stand in White, $59.95, Provincial Home Living.

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225ml egg white (approximately 6 eggs), at room temperature 1½ cups (330g) caster sugar 1½ tsp white vinegar, plus ½ tsp extra ½ tsp pepperberries, crushed 250g mascarpone cream 300ml thickened cream 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 x 125g punnets raspberries ½ cup (125ml) hibiscus flowers in syrup 1 Preheat oven to 150°C (120°C fan forced). Place the egg white

in the bowl of an electric mixer and whisk on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking for 30 seconds before adding more. Once all the sugar has been added, scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula and whisk for a further 6 minutes or until the mixture is stiff and glossy. 2 Add the vinegar and whisk for 1 minute on low speed until combined. Fold through half the pepperberries. Spoon the meringue onto a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper, shaping it into a rough 22cm round. Add the remaining vinegar to the remaining pepperberries and scatter over the meringue. 3 Place in the oven, reduce the temperature to 120°C (100°C fan forced) and bake for 1 hour 30 minutes. Turn off the oven and allow the meringue to cool, with the door closed, for 1 hour. 4 Whisk the mascarpone, cream and vanilla in the bowl of an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Spoon over the pavlova. Top with raspberries and hibiscus flowers in syrup, which you can buy from selected delis and liquor stores. TIME-SAVING TIP You can bake the pavlova a day in advance as long as you store it in an airtight container.

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PEPPERBERRY PAVLOVA, WHIPPED MASCARPONE CREAM, HIBISCUS SYRUP AND RASPBERRIES

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FROM LEFT Ben and Reagan’s beef short ribs with pickled carrots and noodles, a recipe from The Ethical Omnivore. Feather and Bone owners Grant Hilliard and Laura Dalrymple. A Texel flock at Moorlands Biodynamic Lamb in NSW.

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laura dalrymple

One half of Feather and Bone pastured products, this biodiversity advocate and educator is leading the charge for a sustainable future ago, my [life and business] partner Grant Hilliard was working as a sommelier and manager while he also tried to get a ﬁlmmaking career off the ground. It occurred to him that there was something peculiar about the way that wines are fussed over for their pedigree and provenance but meat was largely generic, with no info about breed, production method or place. Propelled by a burgeoning interest in sustainable agriculture, a passion for artisan culture and a courage born of ignorance, he found some farmers growing rare breeds of sheep, some chefs willing to buy them and, lo and behold, Feather and Bone was born.

Why is nose-to-tail education so important when it comes to how we consume meat? We’re increasingly disconnected from

the sources of our food and we are losing knowledge at an alarming rate. For example, the beef cuts that are commonly available in butcheries or supermarkets are only a fraction of the possible variety of cuts available from a whole carcass. But the commodiﬁcation and intensiﬁcation of livestock production have narrowed and we’ve gradually lost the skills that allow us to utilise the whole animal. If consumers don’t request varied cuts, butchers won’t offer them. This is regrettable for so many reasons. It’s a serious thing to take a life to feed yourself and we should respect that by celebrating every part of the animal. What are the biggest questions we should be asking when buying meat and produce? And why? Every time we buy

something, we are voting for the system that produced it. Consumers are active agents in the food landscape and an ‘ethical omnivore’ is someone who is doing their best to take responsibility for their choices – making a decision to seek out and support food-production systems that align with their value systems. Ask your retailer about the breed of the animal, the age 128 | INSIDE OUT

at slaughter, whether the retailer has visited the farm, and what they know about the way it’s managed? What will sustainable biodiversity look like in 2021? Diversity is at

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