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CONTENTS I S S U E

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18 GOLDEN STATE Behind style icon Garance Doré’s beautiful home redesign was a renewal of her own

2 6 LOOKBOOKS Get cosy with these inspiring reads

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2 8 BEAUTY SPOT

3 4 CALM THE SENSES

Give your vanity the Midas touch with metallic accessories and rich, gold-infused formulas

This historic home is a study in using natural light and a neutral scheme to stunning effect

3 0 MODERN HISTORY

4 6 ROSE PROSE

Why CC-Tapis rugs have a very bright future

An interior designer’s holiday home is an ode to her love of Art Deco colour and pattern

Want to know what the real living team are currently obsessed with? We share our list of the hottest products, brands and spaces

5 8 IT’S ONLY NATURAL

10 1 TRENDS

A couple’s approach to using second-hand furniture is refreshingly simple and inspiring

Who better to take inspiration from than three of the design world’s most influential women?

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SHOP 8 0 101 THINGS WE LOVE

6 8 MODERN TIMES

10 6 WHERE I SHOP

After a much-needed restoration, this 1970s Melbourne home kept its mid-century roots

Sydney-based stylist Chloe Hill reveals her favourite places to buy new and vintage finds

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D E C O R ATE 110 DECORATE IN THE DARK Mother and daughter interior designers Robbie and Phoebe Nicol blend their styles to transform their family home

116 STYLE IT: HOTEL VIBES AT HOME Recreate the feeling of a luxury hotel suite in your own bedroom with these tips and tricks

A DV I C E 12 0 NEXT LEVEL LIGHTING Make your home more functional (and moodlifting) with lamps, pendants and strip lights

12 8 K&B UPDATES Our round-up of the latest buys and bright ideas for your kitchen, bathroom and laundry

13 0 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE Before you automatically renew your current policies, finance editor Effie Zahos suggests 20 simple ways to save money on insurance

OUTSIDE 13 4 URBAN SANCTUARY A landscape designer talks us through how she transformed a small inner-city courtyard into a lush garden designed for outdoor living

E AT 13 8 SAY CHEESE

TR AV E L 14 8 TURNING JAPANESE Beautiful temples, therapeutic Onsens, fantastic food... Japan has something for every traveller

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COFFEE AND MAGAZINES go together like marble and brass. Navy and white. Cheese and wine (more on that later). So when we got the opportunity to partner with Nescafé to launch their new Gold range of coffees and flavoured mixers this month, we couldn’t say no! You see, this is real living’s annual Hot List issue, where we reveal 101 of the coolest new products, trends and spaces that you need to know about, and Nescafé has kindly gilded our cover in super-shiny gold to celebrate both occasions. Our cover story is the home of hotter-than-hot illustrator, author and creative director Garance Doré. If you haven’t heard of her, check out her blog Wearedore.com – she’s a big deal. She’s a fabulous French woman living in LA, but her approach to decorating is one that us Aussies can certainly identify with. Flip to p18 and take a look. As I hinted earlier, this month we faced the question, to brie, or not to brie? (Sorry, we can’t stop laughing at that in the office.) Turn to p138 for our guide to matching the perfect wines with lots of different cheeses. There’s plenty of expert advice, so whether you’re hosting drinks at your place or visiting a friend, you’ll be pairing like a pro! Speaking of experts, our decorating story on p110 is all about how to be brave and follow your instincts when transforming the interior of your home, with advice from mother-daughter duo and interior designers Robbie and Phoebe Nicol. They summed up the decorating process perfectly by saying there are no rules – it’s your home, so you can do whatever you want! I couldn’t agree more.

Tick list There’s nothing quite like a home abundant in natural light... or a home filled with timeless furniture. Danielle Siggerud’s place has both. See it on p34.

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Bringing touches of colour into my home with French dinner candles. $36 for 12; Moontree.com.au Slathering my skin in a nourishing face oil, like the not-at-all greasy Face Hero by Go-To, $45. Mecca.com.au

3 Brightening up my workspace with a new desk light, like this super-slick black marble Neil table lamp, $135. Castlery.com.au

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Sunny side up Garance Doré’s home is more than a beautiful abode, it’s an extension of herself. That’s why the author and creative director included light-filled nooks like this where she can curl up with a coffee, or kick back with friends and a glass of wine. Turn over to see more. A

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loving WHEN WE TALK ABOUT HOME transformations, we usually mean the physical changes. But as any homeowner will tell you, the process is emotional, too. This is true for Garance Doré, the founder of lifestyle company DORÉ and a pioneering creative multi-hyphenate. Three days after moving from New York to Los Angeles with her former partner, she saw this almost-new house near Venice. “I’d dreamed of buying a home my whole life, it was very symbolic to me,” Garance tells. “As soon as we signed the papers, we moved in. But I wanted to renovate – it needed love.” Born in Corsica, Garance was drawn to the coastal vibe. For the first time, she says, “I felt supported energetically. There’s no mystery as to why LA attracts hippies and seekers.” The renovation became a renewal. “I didn’t want my house to define me, I just wanted it to be easy and happy.” To realise her vision, she enlisted interior designer Sarah Sherman Samuel, who balanced Garance’s creativity with practical solutions and a few feminine (but modern) touches. Of her home, she says, “It feels like a symbolic mother. It takes me in its arms and everything is in its place again.” Here, Garance gets personal about her approach to decorating. A

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Garance on… how she cultivates calm “I don’t do formal. I encourage people to feel good and relax, and I think this home breathes ease. It’s probably my reaction to working in fashion wearing high heels! People take off their shoes without me asking because they feel like it. You come back from the beach, hang out, the doors are open. I have a projector for cosy movie nights and there’s nothing like a nook for comfort.”

Garance on… her entertaining style “I grew up with my family all together cooking around me, which had a big impact. Now I like cooking with people, or at least having everyone participate so they feel at home. And here in LA, you meet your friends at home. Home is central to life, we cook and spend time together. I love small – I gave up throwing big parties, it’s too stressful. That’s why I have two dining tables, one for big dinners, one for intimate moments. And I love the open kitchen, which looks over the living room.”

Garance on… her wellness approach “My home is my sanctuary. A big part of my emotional growth is about setting boundaries, and my home’s walls really help. Sleep is a problem for me, so we made it a priority when designing my bedroom. I need darkness, so I chose a dark green scheme. I also think every home should balance light and dark, especially in LA with all the sun. I have blockout curtains, an organic mattress, soft bedding and scents like lavender for relaxation. It feels peaceful, private and sexy. And there’s no TV, although my iPad sometimes sneaks in…” A

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Here to stay With a place to put down her roots, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no surprise that Garance wanted to anchor her home with built-in sofas, so Sarah designed these blush banquettes. A Loloi rug and a Milo Baughman coffee table ground the room, while framed artworks and vintage Herman Miller chairs reupholstered in Fabricut material add colour to the light, neutral scheme. Oozing Californian ease, the hanging rattan egg chair hints at Garanceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playful side.

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Self reflection Garance loves the Stoneland travertine sink in her bathroom where she displays beautiful bottles. “I always wanted a bathroom just for me,” she tells. “I told Sarah, ‘no double sink, please!’ This is my selfish spot, a room for all my stuff where I can feel like nobody’s watching.” French toast “Simple, simple, simple!” is how Garance describes her cooking style, which is reflected in her kitchen’s layout. The quartz Caesarstone island is perfect for prepping food, while Design Within Reach ‘Nerd’ stools provide seating for guests to gather round. She chose matte white GE Café appliances with brushed bronze hardware and terracotta pendants by Hand & Eye Studio. California dreaming There’s a playful approach to pattern and shape in the guest bedroom (opposite). “It’s small but chic. I want guests to feel like they have their own private hotel room,” she explains. To maximise the space, Sarah custom created the bed and bedhead, which is covered in Kelly Wearstler ‘Graffito’ fabric. The bedsides are from Perigold, the lamps are by Cedar and Moss, the bedding is by Flaneur and the Shape Shifter wallpaper is by Drop It Modern.

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Garance on… working with an interior designer “I worked with Sarah because I love her style and I love her as a person. She listens! She adapts! She has opinions, which are needed, especially when two creatives collaborate, but she also has a sense of humour. And most importantly, she’s realistic. I met a few other designers before her, and they freaked me out. From the get-go they wanted me to spend more money and made me feel horrible for wanting to stick to my budget. I didn’t want to deal with that. Sarah understood a budget is real! She mixes high with low, which is my philosophy. I love that my interior is not obvious at first glance – it’s not mid-century, or ‘that’s a lot of money’. She helped me on every level, but most of all on finding a clear direction and editing. I had too many ideas!” A

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Go with the flow A silk-fringed Half-Moon mirror by Ben & Aja Blanc creates layers of texture on the entryway wall. In its reflection are surfboards by Britt Merrick for H. Merrick; the Sawyer console is from Hedge House Furniture. This mix of Mediterranean and LA influences encapsulates Garanceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s style.

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10 questions with Garance Doré First impressions of your home? “I felt something immediately and I can still feel it. It felt calm, and without even knowing, that’s what I was looking for.” What attracted you to the area? “The air, the ocean, the walking culture! There’s a healing vibe. I found a sense of peace. I can stop and breathe here.” Any renovating challenges? “Time and budget. More time equals a bigger budget! We pretty much succeeded.” Did you live here during the reno? “I couldn’t – I realised how stressful it is. I hired a friend to oversee all the work.” Do you have future reno plans? “Yes! When you own a house you never stop! I want to renovate my backyard.” What inspired the overall look? “European islands, but sophisticated. I love Greek and Moroccan houses.” Does it reflect your own style? “In so many ways. The main one is the ease I’m cultivating in the way I dress.” How did you incorporate colour? “I wanted more! Sarah was like, ‘you need to relax’ and chose earthy tones. So the pops of colour are the accents.” Did you own the furniture? “I didn’t own much, and this was Sarah’s most crucial job – to source amazing things.” What is your home’s personality? “A woman with a warm smile who never forgets to ask how you’re doing.” R

Fresh start Although Garance only wanted to make cosmetic changes to her home, she had a wall separating the living room and the kitchen knocked down to make the space feel open and bright. Sensual healing Earthy tones bring warmth to the bathroom (left and above) in the form of custom timber storage, Delta Faucet tapware in Champagne Bronze, a Block Shop Textiles rug and a tub-side Perigold end table.

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Bring a world of inspiration into your home with these page-turners No Eggs on Toast by Di & Will Keser On any given weekend, whether in Melbourne or Paris, you’ll find a line of people waiting for a table at Hardware Société. What started as a laneway cafe is now an international all-day breakfast institution, and this cookbook gives an up close look at the people who made it happen. Hardware Société, $50. The Eye by Nathan Williams In this intimate interview series, the creative directors behind some of the world’s best recognised designs, brands and images discuss how they started out, what makes them tick and what their careers have taught them. Workman Publishing, $65. Less Stuff by Lindsay Miles It may seem like mission impossible, but this zero-waste guide will show you how to declutter and organise every room in your home – without contributing to landfill. Hardie Grant, $24.99. City Quitters by Karen Rosenkranz Meet the trailblazers who left the big smoke behind to carve out meaningful livelihoods in rural, and sometimes remote, parts of the world. Their stories are nothing short of inspiring. Frame, $55. Bangkok Local by Sareen Rojanametin and Jean Thamthanakorn Street food can reveal so much about a city, so what better way to explore Bangkok’s cultures and cuisines (without leaving home) than by trying these traditional Thai recipes? You’ll never need to order takeaway again. Smith Street Books, $39.99. R @reallivingmag

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Weave a story CC-Tapis rugs are sought after for their graphic style, but founder Fabrizio Cantoni says any custom design can be brought to life. “Our vision is to take someone’s vision and make it our own. We interpret worlds through our rugs.”

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Fabrizio and Nelcya (pictured) moved to Milan in 2011 with their son Noam, and today the company is based there. The two Cs represent the initials of their surnames.

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IN AN AGE where time is the ultimate luxury, it turns out the best things in life can’t be hurried. It can take months to get a table at Michelin-star restaurants; a year for a new season of your favourite TV show to air. And if you want a CC-Tapis rug, there’s a tantalising three-month wait for them, too. Each design is produced at the CC-Tapis company atelier in Nepal by Tibetan artisans using the ancient craft of handknotting. Himalayan wool from Tibet, silk sourced “directly from the silk worm” and aloe plant fibres are spun, washed and dyed without any machinery. Once the rug has been knotted, it may be sheared, embossed or cut to create the final design. Every rug is washed using recycled rainwater and laid in the sun to dry. Sustainable techniques are used throughout the process, and it all happens at the atelier, which means any bespoke creation is possible. You can even match the dye to Pantone and RAL colours. At the helm of this inspiring brand is Nelcya Chamszadeh and her husband Fabrizio Cantoni, who met at hotel school. After leaving the hospitality industry, they moved to France to work at Nelcya’s family-run rug store. They soon opened their own, but it wasn’t until Fabrizio studied interior design in Milan that they turned CC-Tapis into what it is today. The team, led by art director Daniele Lora, dream up fantastical, colourful designs that weave innovation with tradition. A rug by CC-Tapis is art you walk on, a masterpiece for your floor – and proof that good things come to those who wait. R

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In 2015, Fabrizio and Nelcya started CC-For Education, an organisation that provides schooling for Nepalese children. It now supports over 100 students.

CC-Tapis often collaborates with creatives, who contribute new aesthetics and interpretations. Among the 40 designers are (from top) Patricia Urquiola, Faye Toogood and Mae Engelgeer.

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Raw refined Curves in the chair backs, spherical Louis Poulsen ‘PH Louvre’ pendant light and oversized artwork by German artist Paco Knöller soften the minimal dining zone. Beauty in simplicity A collection of Danish and Japanese vessels, bowls and glasses adorn the kitchen (opposite). A real living

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Delicate balance An inviting shearling armchair is paired with leaner pieces for contrast, such as vintage Pierre Jeanneret timber chairs and a Serge Mouille floor lamp. Clear vision Homeowner Danielle (right) is drawn to timeless furniture and natural materials. Love art Ceramics by Gunhild Aaberg and Ole Bang sit atop a vintage console (far right).

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PICTURE A STORAGE SPACE in a working dockyard. What do you see? Rusty boat parts? Tools? Rigging equipment? Well, that’s exactly what Danielle Siggerud’s home looked like a few centuries ago. The historic building was originally part of a royal naval base on an island called Holmen in Copenhagen. Fast forward to present day and the only clues to the home’s industrial past are the original timber beams and arched windows and doors, all retained during its renovation. SHADOW PLAY The building was respectfully transformed into a contemporary townhouse by its owners Danielle, an architect, and husband Mathias. History and light were their main considerations. “The internal spaces were simplified – walls were demolished to let in more natural daylight and all four floors were opened up and connected in a new way,” Danielle says. “What fascinates me most is the dramatic scenery of shadows; the contrast between light and darkness. It creates a warm intimacy all over the house.” A wash of neutral tones and earthy textures, including plastered stonecoloured walls and blonde timber floorboards, are illuminated in a soft and almost ethereal way. TIMELESS APPEAL Danielle’s decorating style is refined yet understated. “My approach to interiors is characterised by a particular sensitivity to timeless furniture, structures and selected materials that are not trends-driven,” she says. “I work intuitively and with natural materials and furniture that will patinate beautifully over time.” Much of the couple’s furniture is vintage or bought at auctions, and helps to add a touch of personality and history to every room. As does their sophisticated collection of art, ceramics and sculptures. Here, old meets new in the most effortless way. R

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Still life Dried poppies make for an everlasting display in the kitchen. The carafe and glasses are from Menu. Drip drop A Celestial Pebble light from Ochre illuminates the bathroom. Gallery feel A set of paintings by Danish artist Rasmus Rosengaard hang above a daybed in the living area. To the right is a vintage stone sculpture. Layer of luxury Tea cups, a hot water tap and mini fridge bring hotel vibes to the master bedroom. Open up To increase the amount of natural light, a wall was replaced with an industrial-style bronzed-brass door. Old soul The homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original timber beams are a standout feature.

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In the arch Large arched windows and doors connect the open-plan kitchen and dining zone with the garden, and provide uninterrupted views of the canal. The sleek kitchen island is honed Carrara marble. A

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“The internal spaces were transformed and simplified – walls were demolished to let in more natural daylight” Take a seat The furniture in the living area was arranged in a way to encourage interaction. The matching marble coffee tables are by Poul Kjærholm. Shape shifter A stone console table and marble balls from Oliver Gustav are sculptural and unexpected. Air dried A vase of dried flowers looks beautiful and requires no care. A real living

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Face off Danielleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection of photographic artworks and paintings fit perfectly within her simple colour scheme. Neutral territory Textured walls add a beautiful warmth throughout. Danielle designed the tall side table (opposite). A real living

Soft touch The master bedroom is calm and soothing thanks to a material bedhead, touchy-feely bedlinen and restrained colour palette. A black and brass Serge Mouille wall lamp adds just the right amount of drama.

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1 Salt&Pepper ‘Refine’ vase in Black, $84, Domayne. 2 Figure 01 print by Bycdesign Studio (50cm x 50cm), $139 unframed, Paper Plane. 3 Alpaca throw blanket in Natural, $399, St Albans. 4 Serge Mouille ‘Antony’ wall light, $4100, Cult. 5 R+D Lab ‘Luisa Bonne Nuit’ carafe and glass set, $155, Lee Mathews. 6 Kirsten Perry pear shaped vase in Mid Fired Ceramic, $400, Modern Times. 7 Brass bookend, $99 for pair, RJ Living. 8 Axel dining table in Solid American Walnut (2m x 1.1m), $3999, Icon By Design. 9 Earth latte cups in Black, $29.95 for 2, Robert Gordon. 10 Kerryn Levy ‘Asymmetry 18.77’ vessel, $450, Curatorial+Co. 11 Pinebrook cushion in Ivory, $99.95, Sheridan. 12 Suri side table with marble base in Black, $213, Horgans. 13 Jan Vogelpoel ‘Erode 5’ sculpture in Natural White Clay, $540, Modern Times. 14 Vera Wang ‘Peplum’ crystal vase (23cm), $149, Wedgwood. 15 Easy armchair, $2400, Tigmi Trading. 16 Bay table lamp, $299, About Space. 17 Helmut Newton: Sumo book by Helmut Newton, $250, Booktopia.

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Chic retreat “We come here every weekend,” says Laure Ardouin Marie of her family’s holiday apartment in Normandy, France. Here, she is pictured beside an elegant Perf buffet from Moroso. Master glass The exquisite designs on all of the windows (opposite) are by Laure’s first studio, Stiletta. A

WHEN THE STAINED GLASS WINDOWS ARE OPEN, you can catch a whiff of salty ocean air. From the terrace, you can even watch the waves crash along the coast of Normandy. But this isn’t your typical beach abode, because this home belongs to interior designer Laure Ardouin Marie, whose personal style goes far beyond breezy linens and a neutral colour palette. DECO BEACH In fact, this Art Deco apartment was just what Laure and her husband Thomas were after – a holiday retreat a few hours away from their home in Paris where they live with their two daughters. Tucked away in an historic part of France, the property was “a modern manifesto, with its white structure, pure lines, big windows and panoramic terrace”, Laure says. Not to mention the interior, which gets lots of natural light. “The four-metre-high ceilings, volumes and big doors seduced us.” IN FASHION What it lacked was style, but luckily, Laure has that in spades. After working with luxury fashion brands for 12 years, she poured her talent into interior design and started her own studio, Stiletta. Today, she runs her eponymous design company. As Laure puts it, “I like to combine architecture and atmosphere. Decorating isn’t just about cushions on a sofa, it is a question of style choices.” From the vintage furniture to the herringbone floors, Laure’s home reflects her love of Art Deco. “It’s a jigsaw, mixing vintage goods and contemporary pieces. A sign of the Art Deco movement, but with my personal touch.” NEW WAVE Laure spent four months renovating, followed by two months of decorating. “There was a new story to tell, but I was careful to keep the spirit.” A kitchen was built inside the living room, and a bedroom replaced the old kitchen. She even redesigned the bathrooms, mezzanines and doors. “I wanted something out of the box, light years away from typical seaside decor,” she says. “With subtle graphic codes and bold patterns, I wanted to create an atmosphere reminiscent of Art Deco.” R Natural highlight Because the property faces north, south and west, light streams in throughout the day. It illuminates the living area, which is layered with La Redoute rugs, an Ercol sofa and fluffy accessories by Bloomingville.

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Personal taste “My favourite room is the kitchen, where I created a structure to divide the space without separating it,” Laure tells. The Bloomingville lamps are a modern take on Art Deco style. Pyramid scheme Angular wall sconces and decorative tiles on the kitchen countertops (opposite) also draw inspiration from this timeless design decade. Penchant for pattern Cushions with geometric and scalloped patterns (top right) were designed by Stiletta. Shape up A statement Tom Dixon pendant steals the show in the master bedroom (middle right). Laure designed all the patterned ironwork in her apartment. “I love to create and customise things around me,” she says. The final touch Jewellery and decorative objects are arranged on a marble Gubi ‘TS’ console by GamFratesi (bottom right).

3 easy ways to embrace Art Deco style

Around since the ’20s, Art Deco can still look modern. Mix geometric lines with curvy shapes, use luxe fabrics and don’t shy away from pattern or colour.

Start with the decor. A glamorous mirror, a large rug with a big graphic pattern or a few shapely vases and cushions in jewel hues will add Art Deco opulence.

Go for decorative light fixtures. The look is elegant, but experimental, too. Think lamps and pendants with metal accents and polished finishes. A @reallivingmag

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Deco-dence Like an indulgent dessert, each separate component of the dining space works perfectly together. A large rug provides a base for the table by Pool Studio for Bensimon and golden chairs by Bloomingville. Above is the crown jewel, a Studio Homewerk â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;CBRG 03â&#x20AC;&#x2122; chandelier, and on the wall is a print from Stilleben. Laure had the wood flooring installed, but by keeping the existing white walls she was able to combine graphic patterns and gilded accents in a refined way. Bold as brass Shiny accessories elevate this Gubi marble table by GamFratesi and monochrome rug (opposite) from chic to show-stopping. @reallivingmag

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Amazing grace An Isamu Noguchi ‘Butterfly’ stool creates a moment of calm in this audacious home. “The house is clear and bright, but with a lot of contrasted and colourful details,” Laure says. Set, match A pair of vintage Scandinavian seats balance the space below the Art Deco window, while Bloomingville pendants descend from the living room ceiling. Breathing space Each of the three bedrooms has its own mezzanine (opposite), which provides extra beds. Cushions by Stiletta dress up the bed, and the ladder doubles as a shelf. Coat check Bags and jackets are hung near the front door on wall hooks by Vitra (top left). She’s got tile Laure decorated the bathrooms with Art Deco-inspired geometric tiles (middle left). “The patterns create vibration and visual emotion,” she explains. “It’s a total look – a block of tiles from the floor to the walls without visual separation.” In the master ensuite, a mirror by Umbra, tapware by Kohler and a mirrored Stiletta cabinet ooze glamour. Metallic moments Glimmers of gold and silver recur in every room – like this bedside unit and Habitat silk blanket (bottom left). A real living

Cross the line Laureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature style becomes apparent as soon as you enter her home, from the doors, which she had made from steel and glass, to the sleek open shelving by GamFratesi. The round mirror is a Jacques Adnet design for Gubi, the lamps are by Bloomingville and the carpet is from La Redoute. @reallivingmag

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1 AYTM ‘Vitta’ tray in Walnut & Brass, $156 for small, Amara Living. 2 Mongolian sheepskin throw rug in Light Grey, $528, Hides of Excellence. 3 Custom letter black marble print in white frame, $69.95 for A3, Olive et Oriel. 4 Raymond pendant light, $159, Castlery. 5 Nofu ‘652’ lounge chair in Black Ash, $839, Curious Grace. 6 Round mirror, $19, Kmart. 7 Abode jute cotton blend rug in Chevron Black (2.55m x 1.55m), $280, Razzino Furniture. 8 Maggie 3-seat sofa in Cotton Velvet Claret, $1599, Lounge Lovers. 9 Los Cabos Cushion Collection ‘Konya’ cushion in Amber, $79.95, Weave Home. 10 Mercer + Reid ‘Marais’ cushion in Deep Sea, $59.99, Adairs. 11 Amalfi ‘Austin’ glass cloche with wooden base, $69 for small, LivingStyles. 12 Lyon buffet, $1699, OZ Design Furniture. 13 OK Hand trinket holder, $29, Hansel Gretel. 14 Spiridon antique brass wall lamp, $750, James Said. 15 Mongolian cushion in Light Grey, $140 for large, Fenton&Fenton. 16 AYTM ‘Angui’ bench in Anthracite/Gold, $1299, Trit House. 17 Vittsjö shelving unit in Black Brown, $139, Ikea. 18 AYTM ‘Curva’ magazine holder in Gold, $349, Amara Living.

Colours and finishes FROM LEFT Jolie paint in Antique White, $55.50 for 946ml, Jolie Home. Sarah Ellison x Teranova ‘Cinque Terre’ tiles, $189 per sq m, Sarah Ellison. Popham Design ‘Hex’ tiles in Berber Lune, $337 per sq m, Onsite Supply + Design. Mascot Herringbone timber flooring, $80.85 per sq m, Havwoods. real living

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homes In neutral The palette throughout this home is earthy, focusing on hues of sand, stone and touches of white in a varied mix of materials, from timber and stone to leather and rattan. Here, a vintage Etcetera chair takes centre stage alongside a 19th-century wooden bench topped with sculptural art and an Ikea table lamp. All together Elin and Patrik (opposite) love nothing more than hanging out at home with dogs Bruno the Boston terrier and Stella the English Staffy. A

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Elin Jensdotter Hont and her husband Patrik, who own second-hand furniture store Bodil Vintage and concept store Swedish Nature Co, both in Stockholm, and their dogs Stella and Bruno. @swedish.nature.collaborations | @bodilvintage

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I rarely buy new things for this house. I love that vintage is all about

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“I RARELY BUY NEW FURNITURE,” says vintage store owner Elin Jensdotter Hont. But for the sofa bed in her guest room, she made an exception. “It’s extra tricky to find a good one second-hand.” Just about everything else in Elin’s home is vintage or crafted sustainably, an ethos that’s important to her and husband Patrik. “Both Elin and I grew up surrounded by second-hand items. But since becoming adults and especially since moving into a home of our own, the interest in vintage furniture and interior design has grown immensely,” Patrik says. SIMPLY THE BEST For this couple, home is an apartment in Stockholm with high ceilings and timber floorboards – an ideal backdrop for their collected furnishings. Though the eras of pieces are varied, from a 1960s Ikea table to a 19th-century wooden bench, a common thread ties everything together: the palette of textures. “I’m very inspired by the Japanese interior style and can sit on Pinterest for hours analysing how they decorate, with which colours and materials,” Elin says. “It’s an aesthetic that really appeals to me, the perfection in simplicity, modesty, natural roughness and asymmetry.” However, when they first moved into the apartment, Elin says there was a less appealing kind of roughness. “The old lady who lived here prior to us had done so for 24 years and had barely cleaned in that time,” Elin says. “But we painted the whole place, fixed up the floors and practically scrubbed our hands off!” MOVING PIECES Though at work Elin collects and sells furniture, at home it’s more about rearranging what she’s got rather than bringing in new things. “Every time we have friends over, they say ‘what’s changed now?’” Elin says. “But we’ve come to a point where we feel better living with less, so usually the changes are about streamlining what we already have.” R Table service “I had our kitchen table in the shop for months, and people had been complaining about its condition so I took it home to use instead of selling it,” Elin says. “I now get so many requests for it!” Vintage remix The living room (opposite) is an eclectic mix of pieces. Elin made the coffee tables from old cafeteria table tops with concrete pots as the bases. The art is by Karin Lengstrand and the Ire Möbler vintage sling chairs are from Elin’s designer friend Soraya Forsberg. real living

Stay a while The guest room doubles as an extra living room thanks to a sofa bed from Karup Design. The 1970s Etcetera side chair by Jan Ekselius is one of Elin’s favourite pieces. The coffee table is vintage Ikea, designed by Erik Wörtz in the ’60s. Table setting The dining room (opposite) features more great second-hand pieces: a Hay ‘Loop’ dining table, Børge Mogensen chairs, an antique pendant and vintage rug.

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Down to earth In the bedroom, a pair of second-hand Ikea â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stockholmâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rattan cabinets provide plenty of extra clothing storage. The artworks above are a mix of vintage finds and pieces by Fanny Schultz. The bedhead and pendant light are more pre-loved Ikea pieces, while the bedlinen is from Swedish homewares store Hemtex.

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how to buy vintage pieces for the home

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be picky with brands and designers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just buy something if it catches your eye. You can find great second-hand pieces from non-high-end brands these days.

Think about how pieces could be styled differently. Can it be sanded raw? Painted? Altered and upcycled into a completely different design? Get creative.

Found a piece you love? Go over it to check for quality craftsmanship and solid construction, but be accepting of minor imperfections. It is second-hand! A real living

Do it yourself Elin made the bedside by altering a daggy old stone coffee table. By cutting off the edges and keeping them raw, the table looks like a cool new design. She also cleverly upcycled a floor lamp to make the paper bedside pendant.

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1 Gold rodded tassel pendant light, $239, Lighting Collective. 2 Italex ‘Flokati’ wool rug (1.2m x 1.8m), $229.95, Zanui. 3 Moonrise, Balance art print by Emily Heysen, $145, Inartisan. 4 Subi round mirror in Gold (1m), $199, Harvey Norman. 5 Milk & Sugar velvet rectangular cushion in Coral, $69.95, Life Interiors. 6 Luxor cushion in Saffron, $147, Walter G. 7 Porter sofa bed in Natural Grey, $319, Castlery. 8 Storuman floor lamp in White, $19.99, Ikea. 9 Simone Karras ceramic raku vessel, $150, Pépite. 10 Glass flower vase in Matt Peach, $89 for medium, House of Orange. 11 United Strangers ‘Canggu’ terrazzo side table, $850, Matt Blatt. 12 100% linen quilt cover in Peach, $275 for queen, In Bed. 13 Brooks leather pouf in Saddle Tan, $269, Castlery. 14 Home Republic ‘Granada’ basket, $119.99 for large, Adairs. 15 Connie Augoustinos round vase, $140, Pépite. 16 Stockholm 2017 rattan cabinet in Ash, $499, Ikea. 17 Kristiina Haataja ‘Black’ vessel, $1550, Curatorial+Co. 18 Chunky knit throw in Mustard, $46.71, Manchester House.

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modern Prepare to take a trip back to your childhood with this meticulously restored home on the Victorian coast with a decidedly mid-century modern bent

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Welcoming party Milla and Yvie Brannaghan lean against their home’s wooden front doors with large square handles, which are “the first thing people say they love when they walk up the steps”, says their mum Katie. Lap of luxury The original pool (opposite), with its mid-century shape, has been modernised with a fresh coat of white render, kept soft with no pointy or sharp edges.

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WHEN YOU BUY A PROPERTY designed by an Australian icon, and the icon himself pops in for a visit. This pinch-me moment belongs to Katie and Ian Brannaghan, the owners of this sprawling compound built and designed by renowned architect Karl Fender in 1973. “I managed to get in touch with Karl when we bought the house in 2016, and he watched our renovations take place over Instagram,” Katie tells. “When we’d almost finished, he came out to visit. It was an absolute honour to meet him, and I think a real trip down memory lane for Karl, who was just 23 when he designed the house.” MAKING HISTORY During its 45 year lifespan, the sprawling six-bedroom house in Melbourne’s Mount Martha had passed through numerous owners. It was in a very sad state, but Katie and Ian were the ideal next custodians. In search of a weekend retreat, they saw beyond the termite damage and neglect to appreciate its masterful design, strong bones and mid-century character, and were meticulous in their approach to its restoration. A team of dedicated tradies, led by Katie’s builder brother Sean Whelan, replaced rotting floors, walls and roofs, revamped the pool, laid carpet and terrazzo flooring and painted walls inside and out. “Nothing was a simple job, with challenges every step of the way,” Katie says. NEW BEGINNINGS With the blood, sweat and tears now thankfully behind them, Katie, Ian and their two daughters are free to enjoy the property’s many endearing features, including the striking wooden panelling that reminds them of their childhoods, the sunlight that streams through huge windows, a pool that takes you straight to Palm Springs and lush, landscaped gardens (still a work in progress) filled with palms, cacti and succulents. “During the week, we all live the apartment life in St Kilda East, so on weekends, it’s the perfect seaside/country escape,” Katie explains. In fitting tribute, the property has been renamed “The Fender House”, and can be rented through Airbnb. As for the man himself, “Karl loved what we’d done,” Katie says. “He said he was so pleased the house had found us, which was music to our ears.” R

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Room with a view Katie counts the “music room” as one of her favourite spots. “It has really high ceilings and the windows are spectacular.” Custom combo The table (also pictured opposite, left) consists of a base found on eBay and a round top created by the family’s cabinetmaker. Vintage Hvidt & Mølgaard chairs are from Angelucci 20th Century. Lounge love An original modular B&B Italia seating unit from Castorina & Co (opposite, right) fits the home’s ’70s theme. A

style tip Embrace the concept of “indoor-outdoor flow” with large windows and sliding doors left free of blinds and

Gathering place Communal areas that branch off the kitchen allow the family to laugh, play and eat together, while sunlight streams through the many windows. Original hand-drawn plans – a gift from the home’s architect Karl Fender – have been framed and hung above the fireplace.

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Home grown Indoor greenery provides the ultimate juxtaposition against the timber panelling. “We absolutely love indoor plants, especially hanging styles like Devil’s Ivy, Pothos and Golden Pothos,” Katie tells.

That ’70s show The couple’s cabinetmaker matched the kitchen’s timber fronts with the rest of the house. “So many people think it’s the original kitchen, which is exactly what we wanted,” says Katie. “They also say it feels like The Brady Bunch kitchen.” real living

Colour mix Mustard-green carpet from Supertuft contrasts wonderfully against white terrazzo tiles from Perini Tiles. Walls have been painted Wattyl ‘Builders White’ and Haymes ‘New Life’. Idyllic escape Milla and Yvie (pictured with Ian) relish the space and freedom the house provides. Call me “The Australian hard wood timber panelling throughout is a major feature of the house and a big reason we fell in love with it,” Katie says. A large George Nelson ‘Ball’ light from Luke Furniture is the perfect addition, while the disconnected 1970s intercom phone is an endless source of entertainment for the girls.

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If you’re renovating, Katie recommends using older, more experienced tradies who have a good knowledge of the era you’re working with and skills to match.

Scour Gumtree, eBay, op-shops and auctions for vintage items at a good price. Katie buys furniture via Instagram sites @cassermaison and @ccss_tm, too.

Accessories are the key to an authentic look. Think drink carts, indoor plants galore, ceramics, era-appropriate gadgets and ornamental lamps.

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Sweet escape In Milla’s room, a ‘Jetson’ bed from Bedtime is made with Kip&Co and Sheridan linen. A plastic Mushroom lamp from CCSS Melbourne and vintage clock sit on the table alongside it.

Nature’s playground The house and pool area are surrounded by giant gums. “It makes you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere,” Katie says. @reallivingmag

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1 Hay jug in Amber with Blue handle, $54.25, Finnish Design Shop. 2 Capa leather bar stool in Walnut/Black, $449, Life Interiors. 3 Signature Marmite cast iron pot in Volcanic (26cm), $579, Le Creuset. 4 We Came and Went Like Moths Among the Champagne and the Stars artwork (40cm x 50cm), $2000, Eliza Gosse. 5 George Nelson ball pendant, $910 for medium, Luke Furniture. 6 ’70s ceramic mug in Snow, $10.95, House of Orange. 7 Møller #77 chair in Oiled Walnut/ Natural Cord, $1995, Great Dane. 8 DOIY ‘Saguaro Cactus’ glasses, $99.95 for set, Until. 9 Speedy tumbler, $135 for 6 assorted colours, Noritake. 10 Kartell ‘Componibili 3’ round storage unit in White, $205, Space Furniture. 11 Draper velvet ottoman in Grass, $499, Lounge Lovers. 12 Bronte round marble dining table, $1999, Lounge Lovers. 13 Vitra night clock, $700, Living Edge. 14 Network Rugs ‘Luxe Modern’ distressed rug in Green (2.25m x 1.55m), $990, Temple & Webster. 15 Nymåne table lamp in White, $59, Ikea. 16 Home Republic ‘Aiden’ floor lamp in White, $199.99, Adairs. 17 Oxford 3-seater sofa in Pelle Brown leather, $2299, OZ Design Furniture. 18 Zulta cushion in Black & Sand, $220, Fenton&Fenton. 19 Velvet penny round cushion cover in Peach, $49, Castle. 20 Mr Kitly x Decor self-watering plant pot in Cabinet Green (plant not included), $9.50 for 17cm, Mr Kitly.

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Perforated metal coffee table in Petrol, from $599, West Elm.

West Elm The new spring collection is all about texture, sculptural shapes and smart designs for small spaces. We love the rounded form and on-trend colour of this coffee table – very easy to live with. Westelm.com.au

St Agni, Brisbane This Byron brand’s timeless fashion wares have a second home in Brisbane’s James Street. The raw, earthy retail space was designed in collaboration with interior design studio Triibe. St-agni.com

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Eleva porcelain and concrete planter, about $200*, Light + Ladder. Forma 5 Who knew desk chairs could look so good? Office furniture specialist Forma 5 recently unveiled several new stylish and practical chair ranges at Denfair, including its stackable Bika chair. Workspace.com.au

Light + Ladder Reminiscent of ancient times, the fresh collection of planters from this Brooklyn-based studio blends primitive forms with lustrous satin finishes to help bring nature inside. Lightandladder.com

XB12 extra bass portable bluetooth speaker, $79, Sony.

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Raami tumblers in Sea Blue and Moss Green, $29.95 for pair, Iittala. Iittala There are glasses and then there are Raami glasses – part of a new range by Jasper Morrison for glassware juggernaut Iittala – which bring a whole new level of ambience and tactility to the table. Iittala.com.au

Sony Alongside sunscreen and snacks, these wireless speakers are a summer essential. They’re small enough to fit in a picnic basket or beach bag and they won’t get damaged by the occasional splash. Store.sony.com.au

Uashmama These colour-infused bags made from washable paper have us hankering for payday. They look just as pretty amid the Tuscan hills (seen here) as they do on the streets of Australia. Uashmama.com.au

Lockers in Berry, from $199 for The Shorty, Mustard.

Mustard There’s something so satisfying about closing the door on all your clutter, and these retro-style lockers cover a multitude of storage sins. Now available in two new colour ways, Ocean and Berry. Mustardmade.com real living

Slow Beam, Hobart Tasmania has a new Airbnb in its inimitable repertoire – Slow Beam, nestled in the West Hobart hills. Showcasing local designers and artists, the one-bedroom home features works by the likes of Esther Stewart, Anna Varendorff and Ebony Truscott. No detail has been forgotten, from the furnishings and moody palette, to the Le Labo toiletries and kitchen tea towels. Slowbeam.com

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Oak magazine rack in Tan Leather, $699, Atley.co.

Totême, Stockholm Swedish fashion label Totême has opened a flagship store in its capital city. Designed like a Manhattan townhouse, it features upstairs “living” areas and THAT spiral staircase. Toteme-studio.com

Atley.co Given the business we’re in, we’re quite partial to a good magazine storage system, and this handcrafted table, with nifty leather holder and platform to balance a cuppa or small plant, fits the bill nicely. Atley.co

Luxury body + hair oil, $95 for 150ml, Recreation.

Wave bracelet in Gold, about $410*, and Sparkle bracelet in Smokey Quartz, about $430*, Jasmin Sparrow. Jasmin Sparrow An ode to turbulent times and the tide of emotions that inevitably follow, Mermaid is the latest collection from this New Zealand jewellery label. We love its fluidity and sparkle. Jasminsparrow.com

Recreation So much to like about these double-duty hair and body oils, which address an array of gripes including stretch marks, wrinkles and frizzy hair. Choose from three natural scents. Recreationbeauty.com

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Marni, Munich Geometric patterns meet sophisticated lilac tones and classy marble and glass display areas in Marni’s 160-square-metre German flagship store. Excuse us while we Google flights to Munich… Marni.com

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Shell trinket dish, $8, Target. Target We appreciate a theme, and this shell dish is a continuation of Target’s popular brass series, which previously included a brass apple and bee. It’s part of the latest homewares drop for the brand. Target.com.au real living

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Star Magnolia hair mist, $85, and colognes, $98 for 30ml and $198 for 100ml, Jo Malone. Jo Malone Is there anything better than the scent of fresh flowers wafting on the breeze? We think not, and the team at Jo Malone clearly agree, if these blossominspired scents are anything to go by. Jomalone.com.au

Interiors Take a sticky beak into the homes of some of the most influential people EVER in this hefty tome published by Phaidon. Available in four collectible velvet covers, including Midnight Blue. Booktopia.com.au

Coco Republic Dream living space right here! The new ‘Studio Amsterdam’ collection brings a little piece of Europe to every home. This lambswool-upholstered Atelier sofa is topping our wish list. Cocorepublic.com.au

George Reusable shopping bags just keep getting better. These handwoven beauties take around eight hours to make, using cotton from a family-run mill in Canada. Georgelabel.com

Elsewhere bag in Pink, $260, George.

Viso Project If bold prints are your jam, you’ll love these ceramics by New York- and Barcelona-based Viso Project. They’re made by local artisans in small batches to avoid waste. Available through Modaoperandi.com

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Métisse, Sydney Acclaimed French chef Opel Khan’s new eatery offers three-Michelin-star food at bistro prices, with glass bauble chandeliers and a moody palette to engage the eye. Oui s’il vous plaît! Metisse.com.au

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Wood and ceramic oil burner, $220, Woodfolk.

Woodfolk The stunning combination of ceramic stone and natural wood captured our attention, but the ethical and globally conscious message behind each pieceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production hooked our hearts. Woodfolk.com.au

Bed Threads Introducing the Build Your Own Bundle concept â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a quilt cover, fitted sheet, extra sheet (fitted or flat) and four pillowcases in the size and colours of your choosing. Genius! Bedthreads.com.au

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The Trainer sneakers in Grey, about $140*, Tread by Everlane. Tread by Everlane A timeless, unisex sneaker that lasts for years and is made with less virgin plastic than other trainers on the market? Everlane made it happen, in 10 different colours, no less! Everlane.com/tread

Crosby Studios This Brooklyn- and Moscow-based firm belonging to artist and architect Harry Nuriev loves using bold monochrome in all of its projects. Here, the baby blue joinery, walls, furniture, even the curtains, get enthusiastic applause from us. Crosby-studios.com

27 instax mini LiPlay camera in Blush Gold, $229, Fujifilm.

Free-from deodorant in Grasslands, $29.95, Apha.Lab.

photography alicia taylor (coco republic); marnie hawson (woodfolk); benito martin (bed threads); mikhail loskutov (crosby) | *conversion correct at time of print

Build Your Own Bundle bedlinen, from $360 for double, Bed Threads.

Fujifilm The iconic camera brand continues to evolve, and the Instax mini LiPlay is its latest offering. A camera, portable printer, remote timer and sound recorder in one, the potential for play is endless. Fujifilm.com.au

Apha.Lab We were slightly skeptical about natural deodorants until we tried this one. The gel formula is cooling, the two mild fragrances have a therapeutic effect and best of all, it actually works! Aphalab.com real living

Kartell ‘Componibili Bio3’ storage units, $375 each, Space.

Essential one-piece in Blue, $240, She Made Me.

She Made Me If you haven’t already had the pleasure, allow us to present this Byron-based, ethically produced, slow-fashion swimwear brand. Each piece is handcrocheted by Indonesian artisans. Shemademe.com.au

Arbonne Cult beauty buy alert! Made with a cocktail of superfood ingredients – radish root, prickly pear, apple and coconut water – this hard-working formula tones, moisturises and removes daily impurities. Arbonne.com

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Wittman Hayon Workshop The Vuelta 80 armchair’s curved backrest and voluptuous armrests are redolent of a warm embrace, but really, we were gone as soon as we saw the wine-red velvet. Domo.com.au

Beam customisable smart light, $299.99 for 6, Lifx.

RE9 Advanced Prepwork micellar water, $31, Arbonne.

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Saint Laurent x Bang & Olufsen Fashion meets sound in this exciting partnership, which brings us the Beoplay multiroom home speaker and portable speaker (pictured). Available exclusively from Ysl.com/rive-droite

Lifx Like a lamp and piece of art in one, Beam is an immersive and customisable lighting experience. Use it to frame doors, windows, shelves and beds, and adjust the colour according to your mood. Lifx.com.au

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Kartell Known for its desirable plastic wares, Italian design house Kartell recently unveiled its famous Componibili storage unit in a plant-based bioplastic at Milan Design Week. Bravissimo! Spacefurniture.com.au

Palazzo Daniele, Italy Minimalism meets opulence in this palazzo-turnedhotel, which resides in a quiet village in Puglia. Ornate frescos and original flooring provide the backdrop for a carefully curated art collection. Designhotels.com/palazzo-daniele

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Ikea x Sonos A table lamp thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a wi-fi speaker; a wall-mounted speaker that doubles as a shelf. The new Symfonisk range from Ikea and Sonos is minimalist ambience at its best! Available October; Ikea.com.au

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Code Zero wall sconce, $740, Nightworks.

photography & styling klunderbie (wittman hayon workshop); kara hynes (arc) interior design anna spiro design (arc)

Nightworks Calling all lighting fanatics! The Code lighting system consists of individual handblown glass and brass components that can be configured however you please. Coming in October; Nightworksstudio.com

ARC Dining and Wine Bar, Brisbane A large fig tree takes centre stage in this colourful, punchy eatery, while a wall of eclectic artworks and objects give you lots to look at in between courses. Arcdining.com.au real living

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Ngalya exhibition From August 18 until September 18, Koskela presents the lighting designs of six Indigenous art centres around the country. Pictured: Batjbarra (scoop) and Madjirr (string) by Bula’bula Arts. Koskela.com.au

Refresh & Whiten toothpaste and toothbrush bundle, $39.95, Kohle. Kohle We can’t work out which we like more: the activated charcoal toothpaste that naturally whitens teeth, or the biodegradable brush with its handle made from cornstarch. Let’s call it a tie. Kohle.com.au

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Dynaudio This clever battery-powered sound system features advanced tech to automatically adjust itself based on the room it’s been placed in and surrounding noise levels. Love! Dynaudiomusic.com.au

Phytosphere Makeup removing cleansing oil, $56, Mere.

Coco Flip Taking style cues from the humble honey dipper, these sculptural Honey lights have us buzzing with excitement (sorry, couldn’t help ourselves). Choose from hand-turned timber or slipcast ceramic. Cocoflip.com.au

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Mere A no-fuss approach to beauty aimed at multitasking women, this skincare mixes native Australian ingredients with science to deliver results. Bonus marks for the cool packaging inspired by aerial imagery. Mereskincare.com

ELLE LOVELOCK Editor Honey ceramic pendant, $792, table lamp, $891, and wall light, $891, Coco Flip.

Compass brass dish rack, $225, The Society Inc.

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The Society Inc Like wine, brass will only improve with age. With this in mind, the new brass range from The Society Inc is made to last and to be handed down through the generations. Thesocietyinc.com.au

Cafe-inspired coffee sachets, $6.30 for 8, Nescafé Gold.

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Nescafé Gold Enjoy barista-style coffee – complete with velvety, frothy top – at home with Nescafé Gold’s new cafe-inspired range. We’re quite partial to the Crème Brûlée Latté flavour. Nescafe.com.au

WonderGlass Called Alcova, which means “a place where lovers meet” in Italian, this collection of cast-glass vessels and niches form sculptural landscapes when grouped together. Livingedge.com.au

A Boy Named Aaron We love the architectural design and balance of colour and pattern in these eye-catching rugs. They’ll become the hero piece in whatever room you decide to put them. Aboynamedaaron.com.au

48 Ramen Zundo Sapporo, Sydney Circular forms feature throughout this TomMarkHenry-designed ramen bar, where steel-framed windows let in the light and neon signs lend an air of playfulness. Ramenzundo.com

1.1 sandals in Nude, $350, Studio Amelia.

Studio Amelia This debut sandal collection from Londonite-turned-Sydneysider Emily Amelia Inglis is so elegantly minimalistic and desirable, Net-a-Porter and Browns have signed on as stockists. Studioamelia.co

photography digital habitus (kohle); kristina soljo (nescafe gold); claire lavabre (wonderglass)

Pomela Arch floor rugs, $295 each, A Boy Named Aaron.

Balla table lamp, $580, and floor lamp, $980, King Living.

King Living The award-winning furniture store has added a new string to its bow in the form of elegant lighting. The four styles cast a soft glow with minimal glare – ideal for modern homes. Kingliving.com.au real living

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The Rug Company x Kelly Wearstler Superstar designer Kelly Wearstler has teamed up with The Rug Company on a four-piece capsule of abstract, graphic designs for your floor. If you needed any more proof that rugs can be works of art, this is it. Therugcompany.com

Jones & Co We love that this all-woman company has launched a series of sensual, shapely porcelain pieces which celebrate the female form, and it’s cheekily titled Nudes. Who runs the world?! Jonesandco.com.au

52 Maje The French label’s Spring/Summer 19 collection has all the essentials you’d imagine a Parisian woman would pack for a holiday – effortless yet perfectly cut pieces and bright, playful accessories. Maje.com.au

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Jaspal, Bangkok Designed by Studiopepe who sourced many of the materials locally, Thai fashion label Jaspal’s new flagship store is a chic departure from the millennial pink interiors we’re used to. Studiopepe.info

55 Grace Mothers Letters to Our Children book, $65, The Grace Tales.

Grace Mothers This compilation of letters penned by mums to their children explores the beauty and trials of motherhood through the eyes of such women as Heidi Middleton and Anine Bing. Shopthegracecollection.com

Iconic London ‘Prep-Set-Glow’ mists, $50 each, Sephora.

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Iconic London These hydrating mists are basically an Instagram filter you carry in your bag. Use it to prep and set make-up, or spritz this light-reflecting elixir all over bare skin, because #selfcare. Sephora.com.au real living

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Jackalberry, Sydney Designed by Belinda Cendron, this new CBD bar’s interiors are an intoxicating alchemy of dramatic colour, velvety texture and an abundance of greenery – much like the cocktails! Jackalberry.com.au

Jolie Now here’s some hardware we really want to get our hands on! Made from solid brass and cast in sand, Belgian brand Jolie’s decorative handles and knobs are sold in Australia exclusively through Twotease.com.au

Tacchini Displaying single stem flowers doesn’t have to be subtle. In fact, a dainty bud would look blooming beautiful in one of these re-edition Alvino Bagni vases by Italian company Tacchini. Stylecrafthome.com.au

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photography daniel mueller (jackalberry); adrien dirand (le jardinier); paul winch-furness (the dixon); armelle habib (the plant society)

Le Jardinier, NYC French architect Joseph Dirand brought his eye for light, colour and detail to ‘vegetable-driven’ restaurant Le Jardinier in Manhattan’s Midtown, and if the menu doesn’t satisfy your appetite, the greenhouse-like glass and opulent marble and velvet interiors sure will. Lejardinier-nyc.com

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The Plant Society, Sydney This Melbourne-based holistic garden shop has opened a second outpost in Paddington, and the charming guesthouse above the store is available to stay in. Theplantsociety.com.au

Hand & Body wash, $35, and lotion, $65, Hunter Lab.

The Dixon, London Located in one of London’s most creative postcodes, this newly restored hotel was once a Magistrate’s Court. The interiors pay homage to this heritage – drinks at the bar are served under the judge’s bench – but a stay will immerse you in the city’s art scene, too. A word of advice: book a one-way plane ticket because you won’t want to leave. Thedixon.co.uk

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Hunter Lab x Nick Thomm Natural ingredients on the inside, packaging worthy of a bathroom #shelfie by artist Nick Thomm on the outside. Beauty collabs don’t get much cooler than this. Hunterlab.com.au

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Spill resistant pet bowl, $69, and Silicone feeding mat, $89, Furf Pets.

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Fazeek ‘Absolute Terrazzo’ soap in Green Tea, $16, Oliver Thom.

Salt&Pepper ‘Blau’ top handle vase, $69, Domayne.

Furf Pets No matter how much mess your fur baby makes at mealtimes, this spill-resistant, non-slip set will protect your floor (and sanity). And because your pet deserves it, the design is sleek, too. Furfpets.com

Domayne Are all your friends posting photos of their idyllic European summer holidays? Head to Domayne and recreate that colourful Mediterranean vibe at home with some new tabletop accessories. Domayne.com.au

Fazeek Now that we’re more conscious of single-use plastic, bar soap is making a comeback! Made to look like decorative stone tiles, Fazeek’s soaps tap into the current terrazzo trend. We’re sold. Oliverthom.store real living

68 Articolo Can we just talk about how beautiful this wall sconce by Articolo is? It’s sculptural and sophisticated, and we can’t wait to see what the Melbourne-based lighting studio comes up with next! Articololighting.com

Mr and Mrs White This contemporary oak table can be anything you need it to be – a creative work space, a place to gather for meals, even a decorative display. And it comes in three sizes. Mrandmrswhite.net

TREND A LERT: V ELV E T Velvet interiors What started as a fashion trend is now an interiors obsession. We’re seeing this luxe fabric everywhere, from armchairs to entire walls – note how designer Nina Maya has covered this dreamy bedroom in floor-to-ceiling dusty rose velvet. Ninamayainteriors.com

Triibe Now this is how you bring the ’70s back! We love the burnt tones and touchable texture in this project by design studio Triibe. Wearetriibe.com TEXTURE INSPO

Derek Swalwell The architectural photographer has just released a new series of large-scale prints. Titled ‘Outdistance’, these works bring Italian brutalist design landmarks to life in vivid colour. Outdistancebrutal.com

photography hannah roche (matteau); felix forest (nina maya); terence chin (triibe); david mitchell (standard dose); sean fennessy (moss) | *conversions correct at time of print

Matteau We’ve already picked out everything we want from Matteau’s Resort 2020 line, which debuted at this year’s Australian Fashion Week. Think elegant, relaxed silhouettes and chic swimwear. Matteau-store.com

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73 Baroque hair pins in White and Peacock Blue, about $178* each, Chan Luu.

Chan Luu Hair accessories are the next big beauty trend – just ask Tessa Tran of jewellery label Chan Luu, who has designed a capsule line of exquisite natural freshwater pearl pieces for your tresses. Chanluu.com

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Standard Dose, NYC Just walking into this multi-level space would make you feel healthier. There’s a meditation studio, a therapeutic skylight, a tea bar and yoga classes on the roof. Standarddose.com

SoL 12oz cup, $29.99, SoL Cups. SoL Cups Every year, over one billion takeaway coffee cups are thrown out in Australia. Say no to disposable and switch to a glass SoL Cup – you’ll be the envy of everyone lining up for their morning latte. Solcups.com staff pick

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Twist shelf, about $445*, Lawa Design. Lawa Design This 2-in-1 shelf and magnetic board is genius. In the kitchen it could be a knife strip and spice rack; near the front door it’s a place to keep wallets and keys. We think it’ll look great anywhere! Lawadesign.dk

Moss, Hobart A soothing green palette inspired by nature, furnishings by local artisans, mini bars stocked with Tassie cheese and gin… this new boutique hotel has upped the city’s style stakes. Mosshotel.com.au

PGH Bricks Listen up, renovators! First impressions count, so put your home’s best facade forward with the Pure Linens range of smooth, urban-style bricks, which come in these four neutral shades. Pghbricks.com.au real living

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Forbo Here’s a company that’s making a difference, from the ground up. Their linoleum is the first carbonneutral flooring in the world, and they’ve partnered with a charity that plants native Australian trees. Forbo.com

Stamford Park Homestead, Vic This heritage-listed eatery and events venue blends antiques and marble tabletops with bold pops of colour, and is a short drive from Melbourne. Stamfordparkhomestead.com.au

Stone servers in Burgundy Swirl, $125, Dinosaur Designs.

Dinosaur Designs Dust off your debit card, because the design label’s new Riverstone collection of jewellery and homewares is here! We’re loving the introduction of this burgundy colour. Swoon! Dinosaurdesigns.com.au

Jupiter 10 The 18 wallpapers in Jupiter 10’s Stripe Collection all feature striped patterns, but there’s not a nautical style in sight. Instead, expect eye-catching experimental and colourful designs. Jupiter10.com

Char-Griller This portable charcoal barbecue is great for camping trips, and its compact design is perfect for balconies and patios. But don’t be fooled by the size – it can cook a mean steak. Chargrilleraustralia.com.au

Suitcases in Coast, from $295 for The Carry-On, Away.

Jurlique A radiant complexion that lasts all day? Sold! Jurlique’s Moisture Plus Rare Rose range harnesses the power of a special type of rose that the brand grows exclusively in South Australia. Jurlique.com.au

Away This brand designs luggage that you won’t be embarrassed to grab off the airport baggage carousel, and the expanding range of well-made suitcases and weekender bags are affordable, too. Awaytravel.com/au

Concrete Nation Right now we’re coveting sculptural basins, like these concrete Column collection designs. With one of these in your bathroom, washing your face will never feel like a chore. Concretenation.com.au

87 Illy’s Wall There’s something authentically unique about Hyeyoun Shin’s handmade ceramic wall pieces. Her designs can be hung like a painting and used as vases, creating endless possibilities. Illyswall.com.au

photography kate shanasy (stamford park homestead); derek henderson (dinosaur designs); jessie prince (concrete nation); lucas dawson (christopher esber)

Char-Griller ‘Akorn Junior Kamado’ barbecue, $249, Bunnings.

Castlery x Paolo Cappello Proving great minds do think alike, this sideboard is part of a chic four-piece contemporary collection and collaboration between Castlery and the Italian designer. Castlery.com.au

Christopher Esber The much-loved local designer’s Resort 2020 collection was all about tailored pieces for work that can be undone to reveal a hint of skin on the weekend. Smart and sexy! Christopheresber.com.au

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The Teapot Project book, $75, Studiokyss.

Studiokyss If you don’t own one of object designer Kenny Yong-soo Son’s beautiful homewares yet, you can still experience and enjoy his work with a copy of his book The Teapot Project. Studiokyss.bigcartel.com

Strato sideboard, $1099, Castlery.

91 Blainey North Giving us serious Art Deco vibes, this Chasm side table has a decadent hexagonal silhouette with a transparent golden finish. If it were a drink, it’d be a Manhattan. Blaineynorthcollection.com real living

Apulian ‘Karmelo’ ceramic head vase, $520 for large, Alex And Trahanas.

Bailey Nelson Colourful frames are so on trend right now, and we’ve got a candy crush on these transparent acetate sunglasses which are from the Bondi brand’s Crystal Clear eyewear collection. Baileynelson.com.au

Alex And Trahanas Finally, a guy you can take home to meet your friends! Each ceramic face vase from the Apulian series (this one’s name is Karmelo) is painted by hand, so they’re one of a kind. Alexandtrahanas.com

Wood Melbourne We think Wood’s 2019 tapware range should be on your radar. Why? Each piece is made from a luxurious mix of marble, brass, timber and ceramic, which you can customise. Woodmelbourne.com

94 Robert Gordon Redesigning your bathroom? This Kiln 360 basin is perfect for small spaces or a double basin vanity, and the elegant stoneware design brings a serene spa vibe. Robertgordonaustralia.com

G R E AT G IF T IDE A ... Keystone bowls, from $250 for medium, The Raconteur.

Sunglasses, $145 each, Bailey Nelson.

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Deadly Ponies Just like a unisex fragrance, a leather bag from the Voyage collection of travel accessories is a sophisticated addition to any outfit, and can be shared with your partner, too. Deadlyponies.com/au

photography lisa cohen (wood melbourne) | styling rebecca simmons (wood melbourne) | *conversion correct at time of print

The Raconteur These sculptural bowls are handmade from pure Australian beeswax. That means they give off the gentle aroma of raw honey, and can be lit by placing a votive candle inside. The-raconteur.com

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King Living Not only can the modular Max sofa be upholstered in your choice of fabric, its incredibly comfy feather-topped seats are great for Netflix binge sessions. Kingliving.com.au

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Dress Scandinavian book by Pernille Teisbaek, about $36*, Rizzoli.

Frank Green Your reusable cup says a lot about your personal style. Luckily, the latest ceramic designs come in a wide variety of colours and sizes, so you can totally customise your coffee order. Frankgreen.com.au

Rizzoli First it was an interiors trend. Now, the fashion world are obsessed with Scandi style. In her first book, Danish style icon Pernille Teisbaek shares professional advice on how to dress the part. Rizzolibookstore.com

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1 Savannah Hayes ‘Pompeii’ wallpaper in Blush, $550 per roll, Style Revolutionary. 2 Bubble Textured Tower ceramics by Kirsten Perry, $250, Modern Times. 3 Keisarinkruunu blanket, $106.80, Marimekko. 4 Ryan L Foote porcelain ‘Cloud’ cup, $55, Craft Victoria. 5 Breena bubble glass vases in Carbon, from $59.95 each, Sheridan. 6 Frequency stainless steel bowl, about $136* for medium, Kelly Wearstler. 7 Monte #60 cushion in Burnt/ Natural White, $195, Pampa. 8 Oribe ‘Signature’ shampoo, $59, David Jones. 9 Stoneleigh marble lamp table, $689, LivingStyles. 10 Animal print heeled slingbacks, $59.95, Zara. 11 Sienna rectangular rattan trays with handles, $95 for small and $179 for large, Papaya. 12 Sophie lounge chair in White Fur, $890, Trit House. 13 Kaguru treasure box, $69.95, Papaya. 14 Kindred framed wall art, $70, Horgans. 15 Hillebrand mid-century wall lamps, $281 for set, Pamono. A

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1 Gubi ‘B-4’ table lamp in Black & White, $469, Surrounding. 2 Jensen side table in Grey/Smoke, $249, OZ Design Furniture. 3 Hand cream, about $29*, Gallinée. 4 Maison Sarah Lavoine ‘Radieuse’ wall light in Orange, $380, Bastille and Sons. 5 Jenson irregular mirror in Dark Grey Gloss, $199 for large, OZ Design Furniture. 6 Linija throw in Black & White, $53.40, Freedom. 7 Ice ‘Carmen I’ boots, $265, Senso. 8 LEDlux Emmerson dimmable tension lamp in Black, $349, Beacon Lighting. 9 Have You Met Miss Jones ‘Contour Faces’ vase, $90, Jones & Co. 10 Staircase framed art print (47cm x 47cm), $272, Urban Road 11 Maison Sarah Lavoine ‘Riviera’ cushion in Pink Coral, $190, Bastille and Sons. 12 Stripes Collection ‘Cecile’ wallpaper, about $261* per 10m roll, Jupiter 10. 13 Oiva/Siirtolapuutarha bowl (1.5L), $72, Marimekko. 14 Cliffton cushion in Midnight, $59.95, Sheridan. 15 Innocence framed print, $89 for medium, The Essence of Home. R

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1 Zoo Emporium, Surry Hills, NSW Where possible I try to buy vintage – it’s better for the environment. This store is so well edited I always find something amazing! @zooemporiumvintage 2 Seasonal Concepts, relocating to Vic A slice of magic that was in Sydney, this gem is packed with one-off vintage furniture, ceramics and even taxidermy. Seasonalconcepts.com.au 3 Mitchell Road Antique & Design Centre, Alexandria, NSW I really believe in filling your home with used furniture and quirky touches. This warehouse is a perfect example because it’s filled to the brim with thousands of antique and vintage finds. Mitchellroad.com.au 4 The Vintage Clothing Shop, Sydney The ultimate vintage institution, this beautiful store in the heart of Sydney is all about quality. I come here for the jewellery and beautiful wool in winter. Facebook.com/TheVintageClothingShopAustralia 5 Acne Studios, Sydney I pop into the King Street and Paddington stores regularly, mainly for knitwear and cute tops. Acnestudios.com/au

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shop Treasure trove You can buy, swap and sell clothes at Beacon’s Closet stores in New York.

Jet set stylist Keep up with Chloe’s travels and unique style via her Instagram @chloechill

Look du jour Miu Miu mirrored cat-eye sunglasses, for similar try The RealReal.

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Sheer delights Scout underwire bra, $140, and tri briefs, $70, both in Yellow Daisy, Lonely.

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Give shade A vintage lamp from Mitchell Road Antique & Design Centre.

Free love This outfit is from Romance Was Born’s ‘Paisley Park’ range.

6 Vestiaire Collective Another spot for epic vintage and second-hand finds. I love tracking down amazing past-season pieces here. They are often in perfect condition, or still have the original tags attached. Vestiairecollective.com 7 Browns If I’m after a new designer piece I click straight through to Browns. The edit of designers includes a bunch of up-and-comers so I know I’ll find something fresh. Brownsfashion.com/au 8 The RealReal Yet another favourite for used designer fashion. I have the app on my phone and I use the ‘feeds’ function to create personal edited lists of my favourite brands, so every few days I can see what new pieces from labels like Prada and Miu Miu have arrived! Therealreal.com 9 Romance Was Born My #1 Australian label. I check out the ‘new arrivals’ section on a regular basis! Romancewasborn.com 10 Lonely I shop for all my underwear online. This New Zealand-based label creates beautiful designs that last a long time and work for all body shapes. I love that. Lonelylabel.com

In bloom Modern Society sells a range of hand-blown glassware by La Soufflerie.

11 Vanves Flea Market, Paris This market is my favourite spot to shop for homewares. You can find French pottery at a fraction of the price you would spend elsewhere. Pucesdevanves.fr 12 Nice Piece, Paris Another Paris go-to is this cute vintage shop in Marais. It’s great for quirky one-off finds. Nicepiece.blog4ever.com 13 Beacon’s Closet, NYC A fashion trading post with stores all over town. I go in the morning when I have lots of energy to trawl through the racks looking for bargains. Beaconscloset.com 14 Aesop, worldwide I visit Aesop stores all over the world. For the beautiful products, and because every store is designed differently. Aesop.com/au 15 Modern Society, London It stocks the coolest Aussie and Kiwi labels and La Soufflerie designs – my fave! Themodern society.com R

Keep it casual Crewneck sweater in Blush Pink, $420, and Musubi leather bucket bag in White/Black, $980, Acne Studios.

Green beauty Aesop’s Mitte store in Berlin epitomises the skincare brand’s design-led approach to retail.

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SPATIAL PLANNING If space is at a premium, consider stacking your washer and dryer vertically to make best use of smaller rooms or cupboards. Alternatively, install side by side beneath the benchtop to maximise workspace. STORAGE Use high shelves for seasonal storage, and replace cupboards with drawers as they are more ergonomic and efficient, often ﬁtting more into the same space. ACOUSTICS A quiet laundry requires quiet appliances and sound insulation in the cabinetry and walls. With a smooth rotation at all speeds, Fisher & Paykel SmartDrive™ motors are among the quietest in the world.

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Kitchen colour In Robbie Nicol’s kitchen, a Brett Whiteley print hangs on a wall recently painted in Resene ‘Cliffhanger’ – the perfect complement to the travertine worktops. Phoebe designed the new pendant light. In the frame Pictured opposite, gilt-framed portraits handed down through the family are displayed throughout the home, and mixed with contemporary artworks, such as the piece by Colin Lanceley. A tree trunk lamp from The Vault adds a touch of humour. A

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Robbie Nicol, an interior designer. She redesigned the home with her daughter Phoebe Nicol, an interior architect and co-owner of antiques store The Vault. robbienicol.com phoebenicol.com thevaultsydney.com

Vintage modern Beside the kitchen is the antique dining table and chairs from Phoebe’s father’s childhood. “We’ve had fabulous dinner parties here,” Robbie says. The bust is from The Vault and the artwork is by Angie Pai. Screen time Robbie has had the vintage screen for years. It currently sits in the front room, paired with a leather armchair from Edward Clark Antiques in Melbourne. Lighten up A Clemens Krauss artwork from Dominik Mersch Gallery is another contemporary addition to the traditional setting. Above it is a textured picture light by Anna Charlesworth. @reallivingmag

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Time for a change “I get sick of things,” says interior designer Robbie Nicol of her desire to transform her home every so often. Her worker’s cottage in Sydney has had many incarnations since she bought it with her late husband Alasdair back in 1998, but this latest one – designed in collaboration with Robbie’s interior architect daughter Phoebe Nicol – is perhaps her most daring. “I just love the work Phoebe’s been doing,” Robbie says. “We’ve got different aesthetics, there’s no doubt about that, so I said ‘Why don’t you change things?’” Here’s how they did it. A

Room refresh Phoebe completely overhauled Robbie’s bedroom. Previously wallpapered in a dark grey pattern to match an upholstered bed, the walls are now crisp white. The new bedhead design echoes the lamps, both Phoebe’s creations. They’re a modern contrast to the antique bedside table and painting.

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1 cull what’s not working When deciding on what to keep and what to move on, Phoebe says you can’t be too sentimental. “Look at the quality of a piece. Only keep designs that can stand on their own – the rest can go,” she says.

2 set the tone with colour Paint is the easiest thing to change – and one of the most cost effective, Phoebe says. Robbie chose a deep green called Cliffhanger by Resene. “I thought about carrying the colour all over the ceiling, having it like a dark cave, but I wasn’t game enough. In hindsight, I should have,” Robbie says. Everything else on the ground floor of the cottage, from walls to the kitchen joinery, is painted in this moody hue. A tip both mother and daughter insist on: make sure you know exactly what paint base you’re using – some painters and stores will colour-match your choice with a lesser-quality paint base.

3 ground the room with furniture “I love dark walls, especially with antiques. They thrive on that background,” Phoebe says. And Robbie has some incredible antiques; some pieces inherited from family, others more recent purchases. “Antiques go in every interior, but you have to offset them with modern elements,” Phoebe says. To that end, she brought in pieces such as the customdesigned pendant above the kitchen bench and the super-chic pelmet over the dark grey curtains, and had the 10-year-old sofa slipcovered in fresh white.

4 arrange art and accessories This part you can take your time with. “I was moving things around for three months to make them settle and look amazing in their locations,” Phoebe says. It’s important to keep tweaking until you find that just-right spot for each of your treasured belongings. Be playful with your arranging – for example, over-fill one wall with artworks and under-fill another. R

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Enjoy the ultimate staycation in your bedroom by using the same style tricks they use in the luxury lifestyle biz

Make it like a pro An unmade bed wouldn’t go down well in a five-star establishment, and same goes at home. Tuck sheets and blankets in tightly and fold at the sides for that smooth and sleek look. Petr Houf from Bemboka (which supplies its blankets to many of the world’s leading hotels and resorts) suggests buying bedlinen “made from the best quality cotton, which won’t pill or tear, and can become softer over time. It goes without saying that all bedding items should be

machine washable and tumble dryable; dry cleaning is not a good option,” he adds. Create a harmonious layout Symmetry brings sophistication, balance and a sense of calm to a space, and is an essential factor in hotel room layouts. The simplest way to achieve this is to buy two of everything – bedside tables, lamps, artworks, mirrors or rugs – which can be placed either side of the bed or the room. Don’t forget your windows All the best hotel stays involve a sleep-in, and window treatments will assist in this. Leah Aspinall, head of creative at BlindsOnline, says blockout roller blinds are an ideal choice. “They provide privacy and block the light for a great night’s sleep, as well as thermal protection to regulate temperature. Go heavy on texture for wow factor – a linen look, thick weave or even a ribbed finish.” R

hotel-esque buys Superior shade Moda blockout roller blind in White, from $43, BlindsOnline.

Plush hour Vienna velvet fabric in Twilight, $120 per m, James Dunlop Textiles.

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Start with the bed If you picture your favourite hotel suites, the bed is usually the star of the room, placed smack bang in the middle. A sturdy frame and supportive mattress are key, while a plush bedhead adds an extra dose of luxury. “An upholstered bedhead evokes instant ‘breakfast in bed’ feels,” says Castlery’s head of buying Marion Duzan Pouliquen, “or try dark, moody tones of velvet like fern green or midnight blue.”

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Come to rest Cotton House ‘Tyrell’ pillowcase, $69.95 for pair, David Jones.

Roar appeal House of Hackney ‘Tigrisprint’ velvet cushion, about $357*, Matchesfashion.com.

Shed some light Metalised glass table lamp and USB in White, $199 for large, West Elm.

Bit on the side Estudio Furniture ‘Kensington’ console table in Antique Brown, $299, Temple & Webster. real living

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Chic lit Lighting isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just practical, it can be as mood-lifting as a vase of flowers. Finland rectangle dining table in Walnut, $1999, Life Interiors. Monile bag in Blue, $2200, Marni. Everything Will Be OK incense holder, $45, Heart In Ceramics. Horn vase in Lapis Swirl, $140, Dinosaur Designs. Raku vessel in White, $160, Jardan, holding flowers, Hermetica. Turn over for our lighting guide and ways to save on insurance. A

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NEXT LEVEL LIGHTING The way a room functions and feels depends on the types of lighting you choose. Here are a few bright ideas... wall lamps A strategically placed wall lamp can direct light to key work areas, such as the sink bench and stove, while a row of sconces on a wall adds after-dinner ambience.

table lamps This type of task lighting can turn a busy area into a softly lit, decorative one. Use a lamp in lieu of under-cabinet lights, and choose a cordless design for versatility.

track lights LED track lights are energy efficient and long-lasting. Sold as a single cable fitted with multiple light heads, install them on the underside of cabinets and shelves. A

BEAM ME UP Base cabinets (90cm), $154 each, Raw board modern cabinet doors (45cm), $27.77 each, 3-drawer base cabinet (90cm), $312, Raw board modern 3-drawer panel (90cm), $58.19, and Vic Ash benchtop and shelf (both 2.4m x 60cm), $426 each, all Kaboodle. Fornel handles in Brass (16cm), $14.20 each, Kethy. Laminated kitchen kickboard in Gold Finish (2.4m x 15cm), $55, Handles and More. Finland rectangle dining table in Walnut, as before. Vero dining chairs, $295 each, Matt Blatt. ON BENCHTOP LEDlux Smith table lamp with USB port in Aged Bronze, $189, Beacon Lighting. Linen look napkin in Blue, $2 for 2, and Glazed side plates in Navy, $3 each, Kmart. Camille tall porcelain vase, $39.95, Camille short porcelain vase, $39.95, and Poco canister, $22.95 for medium, Papaya. Wibble wood cups, $66 each, and Peter Anderson ‘SOH’ pinch bowl, $35, DEA Store. Elysian kitchen mixer in Brushed Brass, $289.90, and Ohelu kitchen sink in Brass, $556.90, Just In Place. ON SHELF Brass bookend, $134.80, and Straw cake tester, $13, Specified Store. Books, Kinokuniya. Small stepped canister in Huckleberry, $5, Glazed mugs in Navy, $3 each, and Fluted highball glasses, $5 for 6, Kmart. Malmo soup bowls, $29.95 each, and Heritage round chopping board, $79.95 for small, Papaya. Greek salt grinder in Brass, $99 for small, Japanese brass trivet, $159, Suvira McDonald mug, $65, Japanese broom, $45, Japanese wooden goblet, $139, and Japanese ceramic teapot, $194, DEA Store. Pipi bowl in Brass, $125, Dinosaur Designs. Arlec warm white LED strip light, $43.10 for 3m, Bunnings. ON TABLE Horn vase, Raku vessel and flowers, as before. ON CHAIR Monile bag, as before. ON WALL Sheridan ‘Carmella’ wallpaper, $179 per roll, Milton & King. Angus curtain in Lightfilter White, $35, Freedom. Raku Speckle tiles in White Matt, $129 per sq m, Teranova. Neon Autocracy Bit 19 and Neon Autocracy Bit 13 artworks by Jamie Preisz, $300 each, Jerico Contemporary. Leather wall sconce, $1260, Specified Store. ON FLOOR Estrella terracotta tiles, $130 per sq m, Jatana Interiors.

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wall lamps It’s not just the kitchen that could benefit from a sconce or two. Adorn a hallway, patio or bathroom wall with a beautiful lamp and it will double as a work of art.

table lamps In rooms where you like to relax, display a lamp on the bedside, console or side table. Think of it as a decorative object that enhances both visibility and intimacy.

floor lamps When you want to set the mood and bright downlights just won’t do, it’s good to have options. Floor lamps cast patterns across the floor and distribute warm light.

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ELECTRIC FEEL Harto ‘Cesar’ sideboard in Natural Oak, $3240 for 160cm, Trit House. Joy armchairs in Elk Velvet/Mustard, $2189 each, Jardan. Hallie side table, $295, Matt Blatt. Mele 1 pendants in Ash/Frost, $179 for large, and $139 for small, Beacon Lighting. Shore 2 floor lamp in Tan Rattan, $289, Beacon Lighting. ON SIDEBOARD Horn vase in Cream, $140, Orb vase in Translucent Orange, $396 for medium, and Rockpool vase in Shell Pink, $200 for large, Dinosaur Designs. Books, as before. Respiro ‘Edie’ bag in Amber, $279, Valet Studio. Large vase, $20, Kmart, holding leaves, $30 each, Hermetica. ON ARMCHAIR Jumbled Garden velvet cushion cover, $89 with insert, Castle. ON SIDE TABLE Spy sunglasses, $525, Marni. Alabaster table lamp, $530, Domo. ON WALLS Kingdom Home ‘Cranes’ wallpaper, $358 for two rolls, Milton & King. Versace 2 wallpaper in 962404, $239.95 per roll, Eurowalls. Calais indoor wall light in Brass, $149, About Space Lighting. ON FLOOR Karndean looselay longboard vinyl in Champagne Oak, $85 per sq m, Choices Flooring. Leather boots in Silk White, $1695, Marni.

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Fried food that won’t blow your diet – it exists, people! The Breville Smart Oven Air Fry uses hot air rather than fat to give you crispy chips, wings, fritters and more. The ultimate multitasker, it also toasts, grills, bakes and slow-cooks. $499.99; Breville.com.au

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Before you hit auto-renew on your existing policies, check out finance editor Effie Zahos’ 20 simple and smart ways to save money on insurance

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Home and contents 1 If you hold multiple policies with the one insurer, you may be eligible for a multi-policy discount. Take the time to ask your insurer what discount they’d give you if you allowed them to insure, say, your home, contents and car insurance. 2 When you’ve been with the same insurer for years, it’s worth asking for a loyalty discount. This can end up being five or 10% of the final bill. 3 Buy online. Many insurers offer great discounts if you choose to purchase a policy online. 4 Install safety features to enjoy further discounts. Security screens, back-to-base alarms and even something as simple as sensory lights can all reduce your premiums. 5 Paying annually can save you up to 10%, as many insurers charge extra for cover if you pay your premium by monthly instalments.

Health insurance 6 Mix and match your policies. Use one provider for hospital cover and another for extras. 7 Consciously uncouple. There is no benefit in having a couple’s policy. Two singles may be better, as you could remove obstetrics for the male partner while keeping it for the female partner who may be trying to conceive. 8 Keep items “on ice”. You can “turn off” items that you don’t believe you need to be covered for in the immediate future. Take care here, as premiums may reduce but you’ll need to re-serve the waiting periods if you switch them back on.

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Travel insurance 12 Check to see if your credit card offers “complementary” travel insurance. To be covered, you will usually need to pay for a minimum amount of travel costs with your credit card. For example, you could pay for your flight, or prepay some of your accommodation. Each policy is different, so read the fine print before signing up. 13 Buy cover direct from the provider. Insurance organised through a travel agent or airline is convenient, but usually comes with hefty commissions added on top. 14 Avoid options you don’t need to lower the cost of your cover, but be sure to add cover where you do need it. There’s no point buying a basic policy if it doesn’t include winter sports and you’re off skiing. Insurance is useless if it’s not tailored to your needs.

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Car insurance 15 If you have the option of parking your car off the street (in a carport, garage or secure parking bay), this can reduce your premium. 16 Consider raising the excess on your policy, but remember you’ll have to pay that increased amount at claim time if you are at fault. 17 Good insurers allow lots of choice when it comes to age restrictions on your motor policy. If younger people aren’t going to drive your car, go for the highest age limit that fits your scenario to reduce your premium. 18 Have you insured your car at agreed or market value? An agreed value policy will generally cost more. 19 Ask about a no-claim bonus: a reduced premium for drivers with a clean driving record. 20 If you don’t drive regularly, consider pay-asyou-drive or usage-based insurance. For usage-based insurance, technology installed in your car tracks things like your speed, distance travelled, where you drive and how hard you brake and accelerate, and then calculates your premium using this information. R

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Numero uno Who says house numbers need to be pedestrian? This rounded version wrapped in ivy is a feature of the home’s entry. Step this way Permeable natural bluestone steppers lead up to the light blue front door, a signature shade of the owner-architect’s. Growth spurt Mixed natives and exotics grow in harmony amid the timber, steel and stone (opposite), including silvery lamb’s ear (stachys byzantia) and white correa (correa alba) hedging pruned into balls.

WHEN YOU LIVE ON A SMALL INNER-CITY BLOCK, every square metre of space counts – inside and out. And it was with this in mind that landscape designer Frances Hale from Melbourne-based studio Peachy Green set about creating this charming courtyard garden for her client, George Fortey from NTF Architecture. “It was important to maximise the area we had and create as many layers and textures of lush, loose, leafy garden as we could,” she says. Careful consideration went into plant selection: Gleditsia ‘Shademaster’ trees act as a feature and provide dappled shade, while their lime-green foliage pops against the dark stained-timber exterior; dichondra repens ground cover provides spongy contrast against the bluestone stepping stones; and Boston ivy (parthenocissus tricuspidata) curls its way around the pergola, up the walls and towards the front door, to soften the concrete facade. The finished space also encompasses a paved area with built-in seating, barbecue and clothes line, a herb garden and rainwater tank. “Despite the small footprint, it shows that with careful consideration and clever integration, a family of four plus pooch can have everything they need to live with comfort and ease in a minimal space,” Frances says. R For more, visit Peachygreen.com.au or follow @peachy_green_ on Instagram.

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Piedmont, Italy Raw cow’s milk A farmhouse Grana cheese made with milk from the brown Alpine cow. It’s fruity and savoury with crunchy crystals. Enjoy with a prosecco or Champagne. (Those lovely bubbles and the grain of the cheese interact beautifully).

2 tête de moine Bern, Switzerland Raw cow’s milk Alpine cheese produced in a small barrel. There’s a strong, earthy aroma on the rind, with rich beef broth and roasted nut flavours. You may have seen it served in beautiful flower-like curls.

Pair this hard cheese with a white wine such as riesling.

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Piedmont, Italy Cow’s and ewe’s milk Produced by Beppino Occelli, it’s aged for 18 months before being wrapped in chestnut leaves. This imparts a strong and savoury flavour, with sweetness from the ewe’s milk. Pair with a skin-contact (also referred to as orange wine) pinot gris or a sherry.

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Milawa Cheese Company, Vic Cow’s milk This hard, natural rind cheese has a sweet, nutty, milky flavour. Availability is limited, but you can buy it from Milawa’s cellar door and Penny’s Cheese Shop.

Milawa Cheese Company, Vic Cow’s milk A wonderfully seasonal cheese. For example, this wedge here is savoury and spicy. When younger, it’s sweet with soft, yeasty pockets reminiscent of a Gorgonzola Dolce.

Pair with a light red wine, gamay or pinot noir.

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Franche-Comté, France Raw cow’s milk A French classic with a dense paste, crunchy protein crystals, and dry hay and hazelnut flavours. There are over 170 registered producers of this cheese and over 180 affineurs (whose job it is to mature the cheese) so each wheel is different – always ask for a taste before you buy!

Apostle Whey Cheese, Vic Cow’s milk A strong, savoury blue with a dense texture. This is what you’d call a serious blue, handmade in Victoria.

Pair with a full-bodied, textural white wine like a chardonnay or savagnin or the similar vin jaune.

6 nectar Holy Goat Cheese, Vic Goat’s milk A tomme-style cheese. The flavour is savoury with nutty notes and a floral finish and the rind is earthy. Pair with vermentino, a white wine.

7 riverine blue Berrys Creek, Vic Buffalo’s milk The paste is an ivory colour, and the flavour is delicate and savoury – not too salty. Pair with a light rosé or pinot grigio.

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Pair with a medium-bodied red like a grenache, syrah and mourvèdre blend (GSM), or tawny port.

10 shropshire blue Colston Bassett Dairy, England Cow’s milk The colour of this cheese comes from orange-red annatto seeds. It’s a dense cheese with a savoury, nutty quality, best eaten with a slice of apple. This will go well with Calvados apple brandy or a tawny port.

11 roquefort gabriel coulet Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, France Raw ewe’s milk A strong, spicy and crumbly blue cheese. When eaten at room temperature, the texture can be described as that of a melting cloud. Pair with a sauternes if you prefer white wine. For a red wine pairing, choose a cabernet sauvignon. A

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Normandy, France Cow’s milk This strong, aromatic Camembert has notes of cep mushroom and cauliflower.

Milawa Cheese Company, Vic Cow’s milk This is an Australian classic with a soft texture and a savoury flavour. It’s one of Milawa’s original handmade, washed-rind cheeses.

Best enjoyed with pinot noir.

13 bloomy Pecora Dairy, NSW Ewe’s milk A delicate and herbaceous farmhouse cheese from the Southern Highlands that’s been surface-ripened. Pair with a light, bright white wine likea pinot grigio.

14 vigneron Woodside Cheese Wrights, SA Goat’s milk A soft and pungent cheese from the Adelaide Hills washed in white wine and wrapped in a vine leaf.

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Self-confessed ‘curd nerd’ Penny Lawson has worked in the food industry for 20 years, and she often serves as a ‘cheese judge’ in Australia. She also runs Penny’s Cheese Shop in Sydney which has everything a dairy die-hard could dream of. Penny is always on hand to provide advice, and while you’re there stocking up on cheese, bread and condiments, we recommend trying one of her famous grilled cheese sandwiches – they have a cult following. Penny’s Cheese Shop, 4 Roslyn Street, Potts Point, NSW Pennyscheeseshop.com.au | @pennyscheeseshop R

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Nice catch Over 300 seafood restaurants and shops make up the Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo. Morning glory An overnight trip to renowned ‘art island’ Naoshima is a must. Rise early to have Yayoi Kusama’s Yellow Pumpkin all to yourself.

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ANCIENT LANDMARKS, modern wonders and one of the best public transport systems in the world – for a holiday experience likely to leave you on a high for months after you return, get thee to Japan! Travel and lifestyle photographer Nicola Levitt and her fiancé Alon Taylor recently spent two-and-a-half weeks exploring this fascinating country, and can’t speak highly enough of their experience. “We were looking to immerse ourselves in a different culture, and Japan is like another world,” Nicola says. With the aim of seeing the country in all of its diverse lights, they divided their time between the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, the magical Onsen (hot spring) town of Kinosaki and the culturally rich city of Kyoto. They also sojourned in a mixture of Airbnbs, home-stays and hotels: “Each place offered its own unique experience,” Nicola explains. With her camera always in hand, she found no shortage of inspiring sights and scenes to capture. “It wasn’t always particularly ‘pretty’ but I was really drawn to the architecture, especially the suburban apartment buildings with pastel coloured tiles, which acted in stark contrast to the old-worldly machiyas [traditional wooden townhouses typical of Kyoto],” she says. Shopping and eating also rated highly on the couple’s to-do list, and they were spoilt for choice. “The beauty of Japan is that anywhere you eat will be good,” Nicola says. The same can be said for the myriad boutiques, department stores and concept stores on offer. “Give yourself a time limit!” she jokes. By trip’s end, Nicola and Alon were utterly enamoured with Japan and its many charms. “We returned home feeling like we’d learnt so much and seen a very special part of the world,” she says. To see more of Nicola’s travel photography, follow @nicolasevitt on Instagram.

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Shine bright Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion shimmers in the sunlight. Home cooking Enjoy a long lunch at residence-turnedrestaurant Yakumo Saryo (above left and right) and soak up the interiors while you’re at it. “Every corner is perfection,” Nicola says. Get the scoop Be sure to add black sesame ice cream (below) to your must-sample list.

need to know How to get there Fly to Tokyo International airport from any Australian capital city. Once there, Nicola suggests catching the train to your next destination. “Always. Everywhere. They are so efficient!” she says. Best eats Try Yakumo Saryo in Tokyo for lunch and Monk in Kyoto for dinner – both serve simple food in a serene setting; book to avoid disappointment. Top shops Tokyu Hands for bargain finds, Loft for Japanese stationery and gifts, and Kitone in Kyoto for dreamy ceramics. Good to know Where possible, book your train tickets in advance and travel light! “The trains aren’t built for cumbersome luggage,” Nicola explains. R @reallivingmag

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travel View from the top Kiyomizu-dera Buddhist temple overlooks Kyoto. Pumpkin time Tokyo locals flock to the Aoyama Farmer’s Market in Tokyo to stock up on fresh fruit and veg. Marital bliss Wife&Husband coffee shop in Kyoto was a regular hangout of Nicola and Alon’s. “For the ultimate Japanese experience, hire their picnic hamper, chairs and parasols and find a secluded spot on the river,” she suggests.

Top pics “The Japanese people and streets are fascinating to observe and photograph,” Nicola says. On the tiles The architecture of Nakameguro, Tokyo (right), also captured her interest. Neat streets Kyoto is compact enough to explore on foot or bicycle (below).

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