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ell, this is a bit exciting! I’m so thrilled to have the privilege of holding the reins here at Inside Out, and to bring you this beautiful new issue. They say a change is as good as a holiday (they’re wrong) but it does feel like the perfect time to be broadening our horizons. For our Global Style Issue, we’ve found some incredible homes from around the world. We start with a family holiday house in the Hamptons on page 60 that’s a little diferent to the classic style we all know. There’s also an attic apartment in Sweden that’s home to a family of four plus three cats, a colour-filled Florida ranch house, and we drop in to Jade Jagger’s home on the Spanish island of Formentera. And if that brings on a serious case of wanderlust, turn to page 48 where we ask six well-travelled creatives to share their favourite design cities – what to see, where to stay and what they love the most. We’ve even included the best tours to book for a truly immersive, eye-opening experience. If travel isn’t on the agenda at the moment, bring your focus back to the little moments at home that create everyday joy. Our clever style editor Jono Fleming worked with florist Myra Perez to create a series of flower and vase combos to inspire your own arrangements, plus we have 30 ideas for improving your home’s street appeal. I’d love to hear what you think and what you’d like to see more (or less) of in future issues. You can always connect with us on social media, or email me at insideout@bauer-media.com.au. I look forward to hearing from you.
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I’m kicking of a big renovation soon (wish me luck!) so I’m on high alert for new ideas. Like all of us, I’m aiming for the perfect mix of high and low, colour and neutrals. These shapely pendant lights all caught my eye. Will I get the pink one past a husband and two sons? We’ll see…
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pieces in the latest range from Australian designer Lightly PALETTE Re-create this Marrakech scene at your place TRENDS Discover the natural allure of lavender and sage, plus stacks of fun for design fans of all levels CULT CLASSIC The story behind a design icon and what’s next. This month, a contemporary ‘Spin’ on Alvar Aalto’s ‘60’ stool 3 OF A KIND We’re hanging out to learn more about these hooks ASK AN EXPERT Stylish solutions to all your design dilemmas PROFILE Forget Hollywood – creative powerhouse Rachel Burke produces her own tinseltown from her studio in Brisbane PERFECT PAIRS Pieces that form a meant-to-be combination. These planters and stands create stunning displays BEST BUYS Our round-up of springtime garden tools to really dig, plus choose from the latest in bar stools THE BLOCK: BATHROOM WEEK Former The Block: Glasshouse winner Shannon Vos gives his verdict on the bathroom reveals FLOWER SHOW Selecting the right vase to complement your arrangement is an art in itself. We show you how GO GLOBAL! Design insiders share their favourite destinations, what makes them special and where to stay and eat
inside: homes & renovation 60 HAMPTONS WITH A TWIST This New York City-based family’s 70 80 90 98
weekender in the Hamptons is packed with designer cred MOVES LIKE JAGGER Jade Jagger’s postcard-perfect home on the Spanish island of Formentera is made for relaxation NORDIC NATURAL An Australian couple in Malmö, Sweden share their passion for vintage in the converted attic of an 1870s building SUNSHINE STATE After an unlikely start, a blank canvas of a ranch house in Florida is turned into a work of reno art DREAM IT. DESIGN IT. DO IT. With a baby on the way, the clock was ticking for this Brisbane couple to raise, expand and make over a dilapidated inner-city worker’s cottage
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of more living space in their top-floor apartment BATHROOM & KITCHEN NEWS Whether it’s overhauling the look or updating what you already have, these fresh ideas are winners BUYER’S GUIDE: VACUUM CLEANERS Does your current vacuum suck – and not in the way it’s supposed to? Our expert guide will give you everything you need to know to find the right one SCREEN TIME Discover the art of screen-printing in this extract from Print Play, the new book from Jessica Wright and Lara Davies THREE KEY SPOTS FOR SPRING-CLEANING Decluttering guru Peter Walsh tackles one of his favourite times of the year
this month Pack your bags for our Global Style Issue, with overseas inspiration and design destinations to visit!
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garden with tropical plantings and a vibrant lawn 134 TAKE THE PLUNGE Everything you need to know to decide whether to install a pool – just in time for summer 138 KERB APPEAL 30 fresh ideas to create a great first impression, from the letterbox to the front door, and everything in-between 144 SPICE THINGS UP Asian recipes from Jennifer Joyce’s new book
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on the cover 38 The Block is back! Shannon Vos rates the bathrooms 42 In bloom: Fresh flower styling ideas 48 Sibella Court’s NYC travel tips 48 Global style to bring home: 9 cool design destinations 60 Global style to bring home: A Hamptons home with a twist 70 Global style to bring home: Jade Jagger’s island escape
our cover look Step inside this renovated beach house, located in the famous holiday hotspot of the Hamptons. With the help of interior designer Jessica Helgerson, this New York City-based family of five now have their ultimate escape. Fresh white interiors and carefully curated Scandi-style pieces create a luxe look, while huge windows draw the outside in. See more of this beautiful, tranquil home on page 60.
98 DIY expert Geneva’s own reno 134 Street appeal: 30 easy updates
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#twl amazing grace Lightly’s newest range combines smooth curves and dreamy colours It’s easy to fall in love with the latest collection from Cindy-Lee Davies of Melbourne design studio Lightly, featuring a range of shapely vessels and planters in warm, earthy tones. Inspired during her pregnancy by the nature of kinship, relationships and balance, she used complementary rounded forms and colours to create a cohesive, calming mood.
PHOTOGRAPHY: MIKE BAKER. STYLING: HEATHER NETTE KING. IMAGE COURTESY LIGHTLY, LIGHTLY.COM.AU
‘Grace’ range, from $88 to $305 each, Lightly, lightly.com.au.
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spice route Recreate the atmosphere of this ornate Marrakech scene with rich, earthy tones and delicate muted pastels
‘Clean & Protect’ low sheen interior paint in Blue Encounter, $69/4L, British Paints, britishpaints.com.au.
‘Eggshell Acrylic’ paint in Garam Masala, $107.22/4L, Porter’s Paints, porterspaints.com.
‘New Endure’ low sheen interior paint in Snow Peach, $71.90/4L, Taubmans, taubmans.com.au.
‘Eggshell Acrylic’ paint in Starflower, $101.07/4L, Porter’s Paints, as before.
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1. The Lightness print by Jen Sievers, from $485 (unframed), Greenhouse Interiors, greenhouseinteriors.com.au. 2. ‘Mae 110’ pendant light, $2952, Jardan, jardan.com.au. 3. ‘Gladom’ tray table, $24.99, IKEA, ikea.com.au. 4. Jersey pillowcase in Orchid, $39/pair, Kip&Co, kipandco.com.au. 5. ‘Dip’ planter, from $130, Fox & Ramona, foxandramona.com.au. 6. ‘Wash&Wear’ low sheen interior paint in Runic Mauve (left) and Dublin Jack, $91.40/4L, Dulux, dulux.com.au. 7. Cappellini ‘Lochness’ cabinet, $17,100, Cult, cultdesign.com.au. 8. Missoni ‘Fireworks’ wallpaper in #10057, $199/10m roll, Spence & Lyda, spenceandlyda.com.au. 9. ‘Cat’s Pajamas’ lounge chair, $699, Blu Dot, bludot.com.au. 10. ‘Deep Sea’ platter, $150, Takeawei, takeawei.com. 11. ‘Grip’ cup, $65, Takeawei, as before. 12. ‘Array’ high stool, $850, Something Beginning With, somethingbeginningwith.com.
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1. Per/Use ‘Levels’ cofee table, $6245, Living Edge, livingedge.com.au. 2. Muuto ‘Mhy’ pendant light, $319, Surrounding Australia, surrounding.com.au. 3. Lee Broom ‘Fulcrum’ candlesticks, from $590 each, Space Furniture, spacefurniture.com.au. 4. Nichetto ‘Laurel’ side table, from $1710, Spence & Lyda, spenceandlyda.com.au. 5. &tradition ‘Shufle’ table, $930, Cult, cultdesign.com.au. 6. Apparatus Studio ‘Censer’ incense burner/candleholder, from $1595, Criteria Collection, criteriacollection. com.au. 7. BD Barcelona ‘Chandlo’ dressing table and stool, $17,620, Living Edge, as before. 8. Jaegun 6 vase by Somchai Charoen, $450, Saint Cloche, saintcloche.com. 9. Kristina Dam Studios Double Moon sculpture, $825, Designstuf, designstuf.com. 10. Parachilna ‘Anwar’ combination floor lamp, from $10,347, Ke-Zu, kezu.com.au.
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‘60’ stacking stool by Alvar Aalto for Artek THE UP-AND-COMER
‘Spin’ stool by Staffan Holm for Swedese The form: A timber stacking stool with three integrated legs that stack in a spiral pattern. What makes it special: The ‘60’ stool has been the archetype for the stacking stool since its creation, and the ‘Spin’ stool is probably the most successful contemporary incarnation. Created in 2011 by Swedish designer Stafan Holm, the stool pays homage to Alvar Aalto’s exceptional design but has some unique qualities, too, such as beautifully resolved legs that appear to spin out of the seat as if thrown by centrifugal force. The poetic appearance of the ‘Spin’ stool when stacked is even more outstanding than the original. Named Furniture of the Year by Swedish magazine Sköna Hem in 2011, the stool is made from laminated ash in natural or a white, black, blue, grey, green, apricot or orange lacquered finish. Expect to pay: From $627. Buy at: Fred International, fredinternational.com.au.
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The form: A stacking stool with a circular top and bent laminated timber legs. What makes it special: The ‘60’ stool by the co-founder of Finnish brand Artek, Alvar Aalto, is a symbol of the modernist movement. Created in 1932-33, it showed how good design and manufacturing could produce a product that could be exported globally. Aalto’s humanist version of modernism utilised one of Finland’s greatest natural assets – birch wood – and the technology involved in the stool’s bent leg is far more complex than it appears. Unlike the Thonet designs that used steam bending, Aalto’s design features his patented L leg. The end of the leg is given a series of precise saw cuts, which are then filled with slips of timber dipped in adhesive. The timber is softened and bent under pressure to the required 90 degrees, eliminating the need for complex joints. This concept is the basis for all Aalto designs of the period across tables, tea trolleys, shelving, chairs and armchairs. This signature design’s brilliance in terms of manufacturing and shipping – the legs simply screw on at the destination – makes it one of the earliest flat-pack furniture designs. The ‘60’ stool can be stacked 10 high. Expect to pay: From $350 each in birch or the 80th anniversary Paimio edition with green, yellow, turquoise, orange, white or black tops and birch legs for $370. Buy at: Anibou, anibou.com.au.
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Marz Designs ‘Bright Bead’ wall hooks DESIGNER: Coco Reynolds
Sydney-based industrial designer Coco has always been passionate about creating. Her love of the design and architecture movements of the ’50s and ’60s informs her designs, but they are also shaped by her own contemporary aesthetic. Inspired by her popular range of ‘Bright Beads’ pendant lights, Coco expanded on these with her collection of wall hooks. "With some adjustments, the timber beads have an entirely new function,” says Coco. Crafted from American oak, American walnut and American ash, the hooks showcase the natural grain and beauty of timber. “They’re turned on a timber lathe by a third-generation timber craftsman in Australia,” says Coco. “Each one is then fitted with a lag screw and waxed with beeswax.” The shapes denote diferent purposes, with the Spin hook (above) ideal for hanging multiple items. From $50 each, marzdesigns.com.
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Having spent the majority of his professional life as an architect and an educator in architecture, Bruce Rowe’s movement into ceramics was a natural one. “Both disciplines involve the body, materiality, light, scale, form and space,” says Bruce. Based in Melbourne, Anchor creates lighting, planters, hooks and more. “There are so many ways of working with clay, and it has sustained prehistoric, agricultural, industrial and technological periods,” says Bruce. The wall hooks are available in three sizes and glazes. “They're made with stoneware clay, mixed to our own recipe. They’re extruded through a 3D-printed die and hand-carved into shape,” he says. “They are then finished using our own glaze recipe – we also powdercoat the screw heads to match the glaze.” From $95 each, anchorceramics.com.
Scandiluxe ‘Scoop’ wall hooks DESIGNERS: Nikki & Julian Reid
While renovating their home together, Julian and Nikki needed wall hooks and decided to make their own from leftover dowel. “We liked them so much that we thought others might feel the same way,” says Nikki. Three years later, Scandiluxe now ofers a range of timber homewares, including their 'Scoop' hooks. The Queensland-based couple are inspired by traditional Scandinavian design and craftsmanship. “Slow, simple living is always in our minds when creating,” says Nikki. “It’s a lifestyle as much as it is a look.” Working with American oak and walnut timbers, the ‘Scoop’ hook marries perfectly with the solid brass tip. “Natural materials tell a story and there is something really important about bringing that practical beauty into the home,” says Nikki. “We love the simplicity and calmness of its form.” $34.95 each, scandiluxe.com.
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“A number of products can be used to soften a driveway area,” says Matt Leacy, director and principal designer at Landart (landart.com.au). “The one you mention is one of the more robust, as it provides a definite and visual structure to drive on, but the concrete portion is visible. There are also plastic cells that can be laid on top of a compacted road base and covered with grass or a mix of pebble and/or groundcover plantings. Another option might be to lay long sleeper steppers or crazy paving and plant in between. The trick here is to ensure the gaps are not big enough to allow the car’s tyres to sink between each pad. This way the earth and plants won’t get so compacted that they can’t grow.”
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The muted palette of these ‘Benaco Carole Humo’ tiles, $85/sqm from Di Lorenzo Tile Merchants will instantly update your bathroom.
Your well-loved sofa could be made new again with new upholstery – but is it worth the cost?
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When renovating, focus your attention on areas where you and your family spend most of the time.
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DESIGN PROFILE
Rachel Burke For this Brisbane designer, stylist, artist and author, all that glitters is‌ tinsel! WORDS BELINDA KEMP
For more details, visit missrachelburke.com and shoprachelburke.com.
PHOTOGRAPHY: IMAGES © RACHEL BURKE. EARRINGS (OPPOSITE, ABOVE LEFT), EACH TO OWN, EACHTOOWN.COM.AU. SUNGLASSES (OPPOSITE, ABOVE RIGHT) TAKESH, TAKESHEYEWEAR.COM
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Can you tell us about yourself? I’m a designer and multidisciplinary artist. I live in Brisbane with my husband Thomas and two sausage dogs, Daphne and Daisy. I love making things and keeping busy! What inspired you to start working with tinsel? I used to make costumes for my friend, Patience Hodgson of Brisbane band The Grates. I would try to make tactile, crazy costumes. A few years ago, she asked me to make something for her performance at Splendour In The Grass (the annual music and arts fesitval in Byron Bay) and I knew it had to be spectacular! I started searching for fun textures or materials, stumbled upon some tinsel I had lying around and thought, “this is it!” I made her my first tinsel jacket – and watching her perform on stage in it was out of this world. US singer Kesha and many other celebrities are aboard your tinsel train. What’s it like seeing major stars in your creations? Surreal! I don’t think it will ever get old or boring to see celebrities wear my pieces. I also get a kick out of seeing one of my pieces out in the wild. I spotted someone wearing one at the Solange concert recently and it made my night! What do you love most about your work? I love how free and unconstrained it is. It’s not trying to be commercial or trendy. It is just a pure expression of what I like and what’s happening in my mind. Is your home as colourful as your art? Yes, it is very colourful! It’s a crazy mix of vintage finds, artworks and, of course, tinsel. How did your beautiful installation with West Elm earlier this year for Sydney’s Mardi Gras come about? West Elm got in touch to ask if I could put togther an installation to celebrate Mardi Gras. They gave me real creative freedom to develop and create my ‘Love Is Love’ display. I spent a number of weeks leading up to the install weaving the hangings with tinsel, and I flew to the Sydney store to hang it from their ceilings. It was a dream come true to be able to create something to celebrate Mardi Gras and also to work with West Elm. What do you have coming up? My second book, Be Dazzling, is out very soon and I’m working towards a large-scale pompom installation with a new gallery launching in 2019.
Brisbane creative Rachel Burke (inset) is soon to release her second book, Be Dazzling (left). Her work has featured at West Elm (above) in Sydney’s Bondi Junction, and her table display (opposite, top left) was for a West Elm party. Her creations include (opposite, clockwise from far left) ‘Rainbow’ jacket, ‘Strawberry Fields’ dress and ‘Shoe-nicorn’ shoes. Rachel’s pompom designs (left & opposite, bottom left) are also popular. Like everything else she creates, they get their start in her Brisbane studio (below).
Be Dazzling: Simple Projects To Make Your Wardrobe Sparkle ($19.99, Hardie Grant Books) is released on September 1.
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1 AHEAD OF THE CURVE why it works: Rounded forms allow natural textures to shine
Pop & Scott’s ‘Ricardo’ pot, from $145, makes a lively statement on the simple ‘Drum’ stool, $320.
‘Vayu’ planter, USD$80, Light + Ladder, lightandladder.com. ‘Bobby’ stool by Daniel Tucker, $515, DesignByThem, designbythem.com.
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why it works: Top and toe peach tones sandwich a sycamore timber surface ‘Even Steven’ pot, $145, Capra Designs, capradesigns.com. Sancal ‘Pion’ occasional table, from $2102, Ke-Zu, kezu.com.au.
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SQUARE DEAL why it works: Sharp angles and rugged surfaces provide a solid base for greenery to star ‘Faceted Modern’ resin composite planter, $249, West Elm, westelm.com.au. ‘Cabo’ concrete stool, $380, GlobeWest, globewest.com.au.
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PHOTOGRAPHY: JESSICA TREMP. STYLING: POPPY LANE. IMAGE COURTESY OF POP & SCOTT, POPANDSCOTT.COM
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THINGS WE LOVE BEST BUYS
garden essentials Blooming marvellous tools and accessories to update your green zone
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STYLING NATALIE JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY WILL HORNER
Top row, from left: Secateurs with leather handle, $39.95, The Lost + Found Department, thelostandfounddepartment.com.au. Sophie Conran Burgon & Ball dibber, $44, Top3 By Design, top3.com.au. Brass mist sprayer, NZ$79, Father Rabbit, fatherrabbit.com. Sophie Conran watering can, NZ$79, Father Rabbit, as before. Bottom row, from left: Grafa handmade copper-and-bronze garden scoop, $89, Koskela, koskela.com.au. Serax stoneware flowerpot in Nude, $9.95, Telegram Co, telegramco.com. Pea gardener’s soap (in flowerpot), $16.80, The Lost + Found Department, as before. Sophie Conran Burgon & Ball fork, $44, Top3 By Design, as before. Burgon & Ball re-usable garden marker, $20/pack of 5, The Lost + Found Department, as before. Beech garden seedling potter, NZ$45, Father Rabbit, as before. Serax stoneware flowerpot in Stone White, $9.95, Telegram Co, as before. Flowers and string, stylist’s own.
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BEST BUYS
bar stools
Raise your glass to the best seats in the house, just in time for spring party season STYLING NATALIE JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY WILL HORNER 36 / Inside Out
PAINT COLOUR MAY VARY ON APPLICATION
On bar from left: Expormim ‘Gres’ stool, from $1523.50, Ke-Zu, kezu.com.au. Mr. Fräg ‘Døwel’ stool, from $890, Catapult Design, catapultdesign.net.au. On floor from left: ‘Piper’ bar chair, $495, DesignByThem, designbythem.com. ‘Hurdle’ high stool, $350, Dowel Jones, doweljones.com. ‘High’ stool, $420, Fomu, fomudesign. com. Muuto ‘Fiber’ bar stool, $948, Top3 By Design, top3.com.au. On top shelf from left: Menu bottle carafe, $125, and Iittala ‘Essence’ white wine glasses, $40/pair, Top3 By Design, as before. On bottom shelf from left: Ferm Living ‘Ripple’ champagne saucers, $69/pair, and long drink glasses, $109/set of 4, Designstuf, designstuf.com.au. Eva Solo martini glass (on bar), $65, Top3 By Design, as before. ‘Step & Kick Side Kick’ pendant light, $1952.50, Volker Haug Studio, volkerhaug.com. Sarah Ellison ‘The Beach Club West Coast’ cement floor tiles, $189/sqm, Teranova, teranova.com.au. ‘Wash&Wear’ low sheen interior paint in Shaded Fuchsia (background wall), $91.55/4L, Smoky Quartz (bar front), $91.55/4L, and Vivid White (bar top), $77.90/4L, Dulux, dulux.com.au.
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THE BLOCK REPORT
bathroom week Ex-Blockhead Shannon Vos comes clean on this year’s bathroom reveals
The Block: Glasshouse co-winner and interior architect, Shannon Vos. voscreative. com.au
The hero: Terrazzo-look floor tiles from Beaumont Tiles inject the right amount of character without being overbearing, and they work superbly with the monochromatic palette. The dropped ceiling runs a close second – the referred light from it is soft and subtle.
WINNERS
Courtney & Hans The score: 25.5/30
The couple: This flight attendant and pilot from Perth are taking of on their first renovation with stars in their eyes. They will be up for the challenge but may struggle with the emotional stress of the build. The choices: Courtney and Hans had last pick of the apartments and were left with apartment two, the largest one and part of the original Art Deco build. However, that didn’t stop them putting a modern spin on the deco look, with plain white tiles making way for a terrazzo feature floor. Bold black fittings contrast nicely the white palette and the greenery brings a touch of softness. The challenge: They struggled from the get-go with their trades – and, having never renovated before, this was a massive setback. Flying tilers in from Sydney isn’t the most cost-efective way to build an apartment, so let’s hope they learn from this and lock down a few reliable tradies. The ‘not quite there’: The plain white vanity is a bit ‘blah’, and I would have liked to see a bit more warmth injected into the room. Timber can warm a space, and an oak or blackbutt vanity could have been the ideal solution for tempering some of the sterile feel in this bathroom. PHOTOGRAPHY: (SHANNON VOS PORTRAIT) MATT JOHNSON, (BATHROOM IMAGES) DAVID COOK
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he Block is back, baby, and it’s bigger, badder and dirtier than ever. We may have heard it all before, but this time around there is literally way too much work to fit into a working week – and by ‘working week’, we’re talking around 120 hours in seven days. This season, the teams are taking on the iconic Gatwick Hotel in the Melbourne bayside suburb of St Kilda. Once a revered, up-market establishment, it’s now a derelict halfway home ripe for a massive transformation. The new Blockheads have cut their teeth on a spacious main bathroom fit for a luxe, three-bedroom seaside apartment. Here’s my take on what they came up with…
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The hero: A Japanese maple in a terrazzo pot from Fenton&Fenton commands this corner and complements the natural stone, warm greys and bold blacks. A light well drops natural sunlight on the tree and a light illuminates it from below. This is a great way to bring life into a bathroom of this size.
Norm & Jess The score: 24.5/30
The couple: An experienced builder and a radio personality from Queensland’s Sunshine Coast who are self-confessed bogans. (Sorry, guys, you said it… not me!) They will relish the hard work and quickly become favourites of The Block’s viewers. The choices: Soft tones, warm greys, splashes of marble and lots of natural light combine well to create a spa-like vibe. The backlit marble niches in the shower area are a dash of luxury and black trim frames them perfectly. Grey walls, a curvy grey bathtub and concrete-framed ‘Zia’ mirrors from Nood Co. create depth and character without competing with one another.
The challenge: Jess ordered a white oval bath, which didn’t sit well from the start. With all the greys, stones and natural tones being used, such a stark bath would have been an eyesore. At the last minute, the decision was made to replace that white bath with this stone-look grey tub – and the result is simply stunning. The ‘not quite there’: A lack of storage lets Norm and Jess down a touch – as we know, The Block’s judges are sticklers for functionality. This bathroom could grace any number of magazine covers, but I just don’t feel there is enough storage for the day-today use of such a big bathroom.
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Bianca & Carla The score: 25/30
Kerrie & Spence The score: 22.5/30 The couple: An award-winning builder, bed-and-breakfast owners in South Australia’s Barossa Valley, and perfectionists. They’ll struggle with the reality of finishing rooms in just one week – but will give it their all! The choices: Bright, spacious and white. With a focus on a few darker details, Kerrie and Spence went for the vanilla option in this bathroom. A marble-look tile adorns the floor and two walls, and is broken up by a plainer white tile. The stand-outs are the round Rifco ‘Cirque’ vanity mirrors with storage and a dark timber ‘Issy’ vanity, both from Reece, and a structural pendant from Beacon Lighting. The challenge: Kerrie and Spence elected to tile everything themselves, as well as wear the builder’s hat, the designer’s hat, the cleaner’s hat and the painter’s hat. If you ask me, that’s too many hats. Leave the tiling to the professionals – they did a half-decent job, true, but it’s a sure-fire way to burn yourself out early in the competition. The ‘not quite there’: It has to be the mismatched grout lines in the floor and the wall. With the couple tackling all of the tiling, they bit of a bit more than they could chew and were under the pump from day one.
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The hero: The floor plan is a winner, as are the gorgeous round shaving cabinet mirrors from Reece. Round mirrors with storage are hard to come by, and Kerrie made a great choice.
The hero: At four metres high, this dolomite feature wall from Attila’s Natural Stone & Tiles commands Bianca and Carla’s bathroom. Its size, colour and texture is captivating and almost competes with the raw timber batten ceiling… almost!
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Hayden & Sara The score: 21.5/30
The couple: Bianca and Carla hail from Melbourne and are former professional netballers, best mates and novice renovators. They’re also hard workers and may surprise us more than once. The choices: With the pick of the penthouse after coming third in the challenge, they opted to let natural light dictate their choices. Organic stone, timbers and warm greys set their palette and sit beautifully together in a jaw-droppingly tall space. The challenge: With the same budget as the contestants in the smaller apartments below, it will be interesting to see how the penthouse couple manages their funds – remember, they are working with spaces close to twice the height of downstairs. The cost of the four-metre-high dolomite stone wall and the timber batten feature ceiling would be enough to break anyone’s bathroom budget. But this is The Block, so expect big things. The ‘not quite there’: The judges harped on about the lack of eye-level storage – and I’d have to agree – but I just can’t get over the decision to have a white acrylic bathtub in a room surrounded by luxurious materials. It’s too much of a contrast and, in my eyes, looks tacky. A stone composite bath would have made the world of diference. It could still have been white, but that level of finish could have brought the entire mood of the bathroom up a notch.
To catch up on episodes of The Block, visit 9now.com.au/the-block.
The couple: A Generation X master builder and a Generation Y flight attendant from Bondi in Sydney. Newly married, this self-proclaimed “A team” has high hopes but may crumble if challenged by the judges. The choices: Luxury everywhere you look. Handmade subway tiles, cement-look porcelain feature tiles, brushed brass tapware, brushed gold wall lamps and a giant green wall. All these choices are amazing on their own… but together? It’s a bit too much. The challenge: Coming of a win in the 48-hour kids’ room challenge, Hayden and Sara snagged apartment three without any hesitation. Why give up the chance to take the penthouse, with its four-metre ceiling, for the building’s Art Deco section? Their reasoning was that apartment three has better acoustics – but I’m sure they will kick themselves in future weeks once the penthouse begins to come to life. The ‘not quite there’: The green wall lets them down. It’s an overbearing element in a space with all the other heroes. A hero needs to command a room. Having too many of them means they will fight for your attention, making any space feel chaotic and unbalanced.
The hero: Where to start? There’s plenty of heroes in this space, and that’s where Hayden and Sara went wrong. The room is full of them! My pick, though, is the choice of ‘Timeless Ceppo Gris’ feature tiles from Beaumont Tiles, which add depth and character to this space.
traditional “ARRANGE ANTIQUE ROSES IN DIFFERENT STAGES OF BLOOM AND AT VARYING HEIGHTS TO CREATE A BOLD IMPACT” MYRA PEREZ, FLORIST, MY VIOLET, MYVIOLET.COM.AU.
Welcome spring blooms with perfectly matched vessels and vases, plus tips from a floral stylist
flower show
STYLING JONO FLEMING FLORAL STYLING MYRA PEREZ PHOTOGRAPHY EDWARD URRUTIA
PASTRIES COURTESY OF TEXTBOOK BOULANGERIE PATISSERIE, TEXTBOOKPATISSERIE.COM.AU. BACKGROUND PAINTED IN ‘NEW ENDURE’ MATT INTERIOR PAINT IN PIGTAIL PINK & GEYSER, BOTH $71.90/4L, TAUBMANS, TAUBMANS.COM.AU. PAINT COLOURS MAY VARY ON APPLICATION
Emily Belle Ellis ‘Orb’ vase, $149, The DEA Store, thedeastore.com. ‘Duomo’ wall sconce, $695, Anaesthetic, anaestheticdesign.com. Carl Auboch ‘Hand’ paperweight, $279, The DEA Store, as before. Fferrone ‘Margot’ wine glass, $185/pair, Becker Minty, beckerminty.com. ‘Ming’ marble subway tiles, $189/sqm, Teranova, teranova.com.au.
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Holmegaard ‘Cocoon’ vase in Brown, $125, Top3 By Design, top3.com.au. ‘Dane’ vase, $69.95, Country Road, countryroad.com.au. Cire Trudon ‘Six’ candle, $135, Becker Minty, beckerminty. com. Fornasetti ‘Don Giovanni’ saucer (sold with teacup not seen), $2800/set of 6, Macleay On Manning, macleayon manning.com. Cole & Son ‘Nuvolette’ wallpaper, $650/ 2 x 10m rolls, Wallpaper Trader, wallpapertrader.com. ‘Cleo’ fabric in Rosewater, $72.60/m, Warwick Fabrics, warwick. com.au. Greg Natale ‘Marmo 11 Sott Sass Rose’ tiles, $349/sqm, Teranova, teranova.com.au.
unexpected combination “PEACH-TONED BLOSSOMS ARE A MATCH FOR THE IMPRESSIVE PINK PROTEA FLOWERS. YOU’LL NEED A HEAVY VASE TO SUPPORT THE ARRANGEMENT” MYRA PEREZ
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Vases, from left: Lee Broom ‘Podium Bowl’ vase, $540, and ‘Podium Globe’ vase, $680, Space Furniture, space furniture.com.au. Iittala ‘Aalto Finlandia’ vase, $295, Top3 By Design, top3.com.au. House Doctor vase, $44, The DEA Store, thedeastore.com. Flower frog, florist’s own. Lithos Design ‘Opus Anemone’ tiles in Perla (as background), POA, Artedomus, artedomus. com. ‘Norwegian Rose’ tiles, $329/sqm, Teranova, teranova.com.au. On surface, from left: Carl Auboch ‘Egg’ paperweight, $265, The DEA Store, as before. Sylvia Toledano ‘Third Eye’ bracelet, $275, Becker Minty, beckerminty.com. Fornasetti ‘Astronomici’ espresso cup & saucer, $325, and ‘Don Giovanni’ saucer (sold with teacup not seen), $2800/set of 6, Macleay On Manning, macleayonmanning.com. Aerin jewellery box, $1165, & Cire Trudon ‘Marie Antoinette’ bust candle, $195, Becker Minty, as before.
en masse “PAPER DAISIES WILL HOLD THEIR COLOUR AND LOOK AMAZING WHEN DRIED. CUT DOWN THE STEMS TO SHORT LENGTHS AND SIMPLY PILE THEM INTO A BOWL FOR A FUSS-FREE LOOK” MYRA PEREZ
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sculptural statement “BALANCE BRIGHT PEONIES WITH DRAPED GREEN AMARANTH [CENTRE]. CREATE A STRIKING FORMATION OF ANTHURIUMS USING A SPIKED ‘KENZAN’ FLOWER FROG”
MARSHMALLOWS AND PASTRY COURTESY OF THE GROUNDS OF ALEXANDRIA, THEGROUNDS.COM.AU
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master the mix “A SINGLE BANKSIA CONTRASTS WITH A CLUSTER OF SWEET VIOLETS CONTAINED WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF THE VASE” MYRA PEREZ Vases from left: ‘Colour’ vase in Green, $99, Hay, hayshop. com.au. ‘Camille’ vase, $49.95, Papaya, papaya.com.au. Terra ‘10 Cactus’ rectangular vase, $339, & Timna Taylor ‘Tall Cylinder’ vase, $269, The DEA Store, thedeastore.com. Fornasetti ‘Astronomici’ saucer, $325 (sold with cup not seen), and brass cheetah figure, $435, Macleay On Manning, macleayonmanning. com. Lithos Design ‘Opus Anemone’ tiles in Perla, POA, Artedomus, artedomus.com. ‘Cleo’ fabric in Rosewater, $72.60/m, Warwick Fabrics, warwick.com.au. ‘Ming’ marble subway tiles, $189/sqm, Teranova, teranova.com.au.
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THINGS WE LOVE
the essentials
“MY MUST-HAVE VESSELS INCLUDE A BASIC CYLINDER VASE FOR TALL, HEAVY BLOOMS; A SQUAT, OPEN BOWL-STYLE VASE FOR DISPLAYING PRETTIES PLUCKED FROM THE GARDEN; A LOW POSY VASE AND A COUPLE OF TINY BUD VASES” MYRA PEREZ
‘Lain’ vase, $69.95, Country Road, countryroad.com.au.
Menu ‘Echasse’ vase with stand, $295, The DEA Store, as before. Menu ‘Troll’ vase, $575, Top3 By Design, top3.com.au.
Emily Belle Ellis ‘Bronze’ vase, $110, The DEA Store, as before.
MARSHMALLOWS COURTESY OF THE GROUNDS OF ALEXANDRIA, THEGROUNDS. COM.AU. GREG NATALE ‘MARMO 11 SOTT SASS ROSE’ TILES, $349/SQM, TERANOVA, TERANOVA.COM.AU. BACKGROUND PAINTED IN ‘NEW ENDURE’ MATT INTERIOR PAINT IN PIGLET PINK & VIRIDIAN GREEN, BOTH $71.90/4L, TAUBMANS, TAUBMANS.COM.AU. PAINT COLOURS MAY VARY ON APPLICATION
Vintage Wedgwood ‘Moonstone’ urn, $325, Becker Minty, beckerminty.com.
Normann Copenhagen ‘Still’ vase, $89, The DEA Store, thedeastore.com.
‘Coppa’ vases, $24.95/small, $29.95/large, Papaya, papaya.com.au.
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We track down the world’s top design destinations, with insider info on architecture, interiors, hotels and restaurants to fuel your next adventure
GLOBAL! WORDS FREYA HERRING
TOKYO, JAPAN
Nadine Alwill, architect, For Nadine Alwill, who runs Alwill Architecture + Interiors with her sister, Romaine, the juxtaposition of nature and urbanity makes Tokyo, where she lived as a child, a genuine design hotspot. “Tokyo’s most contemporary buildings still manage to capture that indefinable quality – the wabi-sabi – of traditional Japanese design,” says Nadine. “Whether it’s how they handle light, the arrangement of space or how you move through it, it’s about maintaining a connection with nature. No matter what style or trend you come across in this intensely populated and built-up city, a sense of ancient culture prevails.” The building: “As a building, the Ginza Maison Hermès (pictured) is incredible, even more so for the park space – nature again – that is being created next to it.” maisonhermes.jp/en/ginza. The hotel: “I love Trunk Hotel. It sums up the feel of Shibuya ward [neighbourhood] to me – it’s really open to all walks of life, and the lobby feels like a giant conversation pit where you can meet anyone and just sit and talk to them for hours. The fit-out is totally unpretentious and at the same time unashamedly ‘designed’.” trunk-hotel.com. The store: “As a design for place and people, Tsutaya bookstore in Daikanyama T-Site is wonderful. It’s a really cool part of Tokyo, too, with loads of great little stores and cafes.” real.tsite.jp/daikanyama/english.
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alwill.com.au
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JAIPUR, INDIA Megan Morton, author and stylist, meganmorton.com Known as the ‘Pink City’, Jaipur, in India’s Rajasthan, is romantically toned in dusky pinks and ornate, Wes Anderson-like detailing – in short, it’s an aesthete’s paradise. So it’s no wonder stylist Megan Morton finds it so inspiring. “For me it’s the patterns that are on constant repeat,” she says. “From the havelis [traditional mansions] to the block printers’ work, there’s an innate and beautiful methodology to Jaipur’s design approach in every medium that I find endlessly fascinating.” Megan calls the city’s stepwells “mind-boggling and magnificent. The way ancient India retrieved its water back in the day via these stone stepwells will blow your mind”. The hotel: “Designed by an Italian couple, Jobner Bagh is small and family-run, and has a rooftop where you can sit with a cup of chai and take in Jaipur. It is a joy to experience, especially after days of stepwells, mic-drop palaces and 16thcentury havelis.” jobnerbagh.com. The museum: “Go to the Anokhi Museum of Hand Printing to see every mark made and fashion influence India has had, all within a restored 17th-century haveli.” anokhi.com. The cafe: “Experience the charming apricot and spearmint frescoed walls of Café Palladio (top left and centre), taking Turkish cofee and mezze plates. It’s a total treat.” bar-palladio.com/cafe.
NEW YORK CITY, USA Sibella Court, designer and author, thesocietyinc.com.au New York City isn’t just a centre of design for Sibella Court – it’s her second home. “I lived in Chinatown and Tribeca for 10 years,” she says. “SoHo was my backyard.” The founder of The Society Inc loves the Big Apple’s robust aesthetic. “The cast-iron buildings, the water towers, the huge stone sidewalks, the brownstones and the cobblestoned streets,” she says. “I embraced its energy, street scrap, noise, weather, parks and buildings. Its influence and memories seep into every one of my projects today.” The shops: “John Derian Company Inc (bottom right) and Paula Rubenstein have to be my top two. They are stores where modern and ancient sit comfortably with textiles, curiosities and the plain obscure.” johnderian.com, paularubenstein.com. The hotel: “Restored in 2006, Lafayette House is a hidden gem housed in an 1848 brownstone. It boasts the highest of high ceilings, marble fireplaces, deep-soak bathtubs and open outdoor spaces (upper centre right). It’s a nod to old New York.” lafayettehousenyc.com. The restaurant: “The lobby at The Marlton Hotel, built in 1900, is detailed to perfection. The hotel (centre left, centre right & top right) features dining and lounging options that are worth a try whether you’re a guest or not.” Check out the richly decorated Margaux restaurant (top right) or the dark-toned cocktail bar. marltonhotel.com.
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STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN
PHOTOGRAPHY: (TOP LEFT) ALAMY, (OPPOSITE) SIMON BAJADA/BAUERSYNDICATION.COM.AU. THE MARLTON HOTEL IMAGES COURTESY OF THE MARLTON HOTEL, MARLTONHOTEL.COM. LAFAYETTE HOUSE IMAGE COURTESY OF LAFAYETTE HOUSE, LAFAYETTEHOUSENYC.COM. ARTWORK BY UNKNOWN ARTIST
Sarah-Jane Pyke, interior architect, arentpyke.com According to Sarah-Jane Pyke from interior design studio Arent&Pyke, Stockholm lives up to the hype. “Stockholm cheekily claims to be the capital of Scandinavia, and in many ways everything we love about Scandinavian design is present there,” she says. “From the medieval to 19th-century architecture, to the pared-back, clean lines of mid-century and contemporary design, it’s inspiring. It’s picture-perfect, with all the elements we love from a European sojourn – cafes, bakeries, chocolate and cake shops, galleries, as well as bars and restaurants in beautiful old buildings.” The shop: “Svenskt Tenn is a store worthy of a pilgrimage. Bringing together colours, patterns and motifs from all over the world, the textiles are timeless and eclectic. It’s also brimming with furniture, lighting and objects.” svenskttenn.se/en. The event: “The Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair, held each February, is such an enjoyable fair for the scale and brands represented, as well as the warmth of the exhibitors.” stockholmfurniturelightfair.se. The hotel: “With interiors designed by Ilse Crawford, Ett Hem (pictured) captures the essence of ‘home’, with freshly picked posies on bedside tables and open fires warming the rooms. You can enjoy a book from the library, help yourself to a glass of wine from the kitchen, and be completely at ease lounging in front of the fireplace on a snowy winter afternoon.” etthem.se.
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LONDON, ENGLAND Peter Grove, architect, boardgrovearchitects.com
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English-born Peter Grove often travels to London with his partner Holly Board, with whom he runs BoardGrove Architects. “The design scene is a constantly evolving mixture of influences – fashion, art, media, performance and music,” says Peter. “The context in which buildings sit is layered in time, and often projects respond directly to the site’s history.” A prime example is South London Gallery (southlondongallery.org). “The oldness of the terraced house is prized and added to, with a double-height dining room looking onto a wall garden,” he says. The hotel: “At Ace Hotel in Shoreditch (pictured), a vibrant ground floor spills onto the street with a flower shop, record store and cafe. Upstairs, rooms have a window seat that looks out across the city – a great spot to recover.” acehotel.com/london. The pool: “Go for a swim under the epic roof in the main pool or the beautiful concrete ceiling of the training pool at the London Aquatics Centre, designed by Zaha Hadid.” londonaquaticscentre.org. The shop: “At Gallery Fumi in Mayfair, the designs and artworks are unique. They captivate the imagination and make you think about how things are made.” galleryfumi.com.
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ZURICH, SWITZERLAND Carole Whiting, interior designer, carolewhiting.com A recent trip to Zurich made its mark on interior designer Carole Whiting. “The old part of town is hilly, with cobblestones and narrow lanes to get lost in,” she says. “In the more modern parts, there’s lots of architecture from the early 20th century – cutting-edge in its day, very simple and minimalist – which is a lovely counterpoint to the period architecture.” Checking out Pavillon Le Corbusier (bottom centre), by famous Swiss architect Le Corbusier and reopening in 2019, is a must. “This is one of his last buildings,” says Carole. “It marked a change in his materiality from concrete to steel and glass.” She declares the Museum für Gestaltung (museum-gestaltung.ch/en) “my favourite place. The lower floor spans seven decades of the 20th century, with rooms dressed in Swiss furniture and decoration from each period.” The hotel: “Marktgasse (top right, centre left, centre right & bottom right) is perfectly located in the old part of town. It features beautiful spaces converted into hotel rooms. Some rooms have incredibly beautiful, original fireplaces. The windows are huge, the ceilings soar.” marktgassehotel.ch/en. The hood: “On the hill above Marktgasse, there are interesting art, design and antique stores to meander through.” The restaurant: “Hiltl (bottom left) is at the top of a department store and is stylishly fitted out, with vast seating inside and out. There are so many delicious options that you totally forget it’s vegetarian.” hiltl.ch/en.
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Marrakech with Julia Green Stylist Julia Green’s (pictured, left) tours of Morocco sound like something out of a dream. “We watch people loom, paint, make ceramics and cook,” she says. “Marrakech is a city that celebrates colour and craft like very few others I have been to.” Her Magic Of Morocco tour, planned with Souk & Co, sees you explore Berber villages in the desert and stay in luxurious riads in Marrakech, check out markets and experience Yves Saint Laurent’s stunning home gardens. “Each riad has a rooftop garden that overlooks the city,” says Julia. “Sinking a G&T up there in the evening, listening to the call to prayer over the tops of the mosques, is beautiful.” Email julia@greenhouseinteriors.com.au for more information on her Moroccan tours. Visit soukandco.com.
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Milan with Urban Italy Despite its renown as the capital of design, Milan has often proved dificult to navigate for design-lovers thanks to its industrial veneer – where do you go to see it all? That’s where Urban Italy and their range of design tours comes in. “We design experiences like dinner with designers, or at the home of an art collector,” says Mikaela Bandini, Urban Italy’s owner and creative director (pictured, right). “We visit entire neighbourhoods such as super-chic Brera or the more up-and-coming Tortona. In order to see and touch the urban revival of Milan, we take you on study tours and visits with architects, designers, professors of architecture and journalists.” Let Milan be a riddle no more. urbanitaly.com.
Tokyo with Megan Morton
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Megan Morton (pictured, left) doesn’t just go to Jaipur. She takes design tours across the globe. One of her favourite destinations is Asia’s hub of pared-back design – Tokyo. On this tour, you experience things you wouldn’t have access to when travelling alone. “There are not many trips to Tokyo that have you doing ikebana with an Issey Miyake-clad master in a Tadao Ando concrete house after a morning at a flea market,” she says. “On our morning walks, we see Japanese shrines, tick of bucket-list design stores and museums, then it’s on to a pottery market before heading back to the hotel for an onsen.” Where do we sign up? theschool.com.au/collections/excursions.
Paris with Anne Ditmeyer Originally from the US, graphic designer Anne Ditmeyer (pictured, left) has been taking design tours of Paris, where she has lived since 2009, for six years. Tours start at Merci. “It’s the quintessential concept design store,” says Anne. “I love starting here as the third arrondissement is an area most people never think to visit, but it’s vibrant with independent shops.” Afterwards, the day will depend on you. “If you love food and beautiful packaging, we’ll detour to Maison Plisson down the street. If you’re more into paper, we’ll head to Papier Tigre, a line of paper products and accessories. If you’re looking for home decor, we’ll hit Jamini, with hand-block Indian printed textiles designed by Usha Bora.” navigateparis. com/home/parisdesigntour.
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When the Monday-to-Friday grind of life in New York City gets too much for homeowners Andrea and Adam, they escape with their three children to this weekend home near the beach in the Hamptons. With expert design guidance, the couple turned a dowdy 1990s house into a spacious, private retreat, just steps from the outdoor life their family craves. Turn the page to see more.
EXTERIOR (left) An all-white paint job, new windows and a new front porch have done wonders for homeowners Andrea and Adam’s getaway. LIVING AREA Raked ceilings open up the space, creating an airy, breezy feel. The Jardan ‘Wilfred’ sofa and ‘Alby’ ottoman are paired with the sculptural Hans J Wegner ‘PP130 Circle’ chair, ‘PP120’ stool and ‘CH28’ armchairs for PP Møbler (try Cult) for a Scandi-meets-mid-century vibe.
s n o t p m a Hwih a twist Adding a dash of refined Scandinavian style to this holiday house resulted in a serene space for family time WORDS KERRIE SIMON-LAWRENCE PHOTOGRAPHY MATTHEW WILLIAMS
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cheat sheet Who lives here: Andrea Safirstein, a professor; her doctor husband Adam; daughters Isabel, 16; and Piper, 13; and son Japhy, 9; and Boo, the West Highland white terrier. Style of home: A four-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom holiday home in the Hamptons town of Amagansett, around 170km east of New York City. The reno took about nine months and was completed in the middle of 2016.
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Andrea Safirstein and her husband Adam found this Hamptons property nearly four years ago. “We fell in love with the privacy and the beautiful backyard that backs up to protected land and hiking trails,” says Andrea, a professor of psychology at New York’s Columbia University. “The backyard has so many diferent birds, hydrangea bushes and beech trees.” The original home’s surrounds ticked all the boxes, set in a picturesque street in Amagansett, one of the small beach towns that make up the Hamptons. However, the interiors left a lot to be desired – built in 1992, the two-bedder didn’t suit the needs of their young family, even as a holiday home away from the city. “The master bedroom upstairs had a den and a huge master bathroom – that was the whole floor,” says Andrea, who, with her husband Adam, a doctor, has three children – daughters Isabel, 16; and Piper, 13; and son Japhy, 9. “We needed three bedrooms upstairs, and an extra bathroom for the kids. Now my son has his own room and my girls share a bunk room – they love sharing it. We live in New York City, so we don’t mind smaller spaces. They’ve never known any diferent!”
Andrea and Adam found Jessica Helgerson of Jessica Helgerson Interior Design (JHID) online after seeing Jessica’s own house and being inspired by its design. Although she’s based on the other side of the US in Oregon, Jessica was in New York at the time they contacted her. She met the couple and immediately wanted the job. “After hearing Andrea’s aesthetic aspirations, I wanted to pour my design energy into radically transforming the home,” says Jessica. Partnering with New York firm TBD Architecture + Design Studio, Jessica and Chelsie Lee, JHID’s senior designer, came up with a plan for the home. “Nearly every room shifted,” says Jessica. “We moved the kitchen to the site of a screened porch, adding space to the footprint. We opened up the staircase and added two bedrooms and one bathroom. Then we added two rooms with built-in sofas for reading and relaxing.” Says Chelsie: “We wanted this home to reflect our stylish clients and become a backdrop to their weekend visits, where they like to spend time as a family.” Retaining the best of the original house, the oak floors were bleached and Jessica added wooden planks and beams to the ceilings. “The palette is very restrained – pale wood, whitepainted wood, handmade white tiles, marble and brass,” she says. To complement this pared-back colour scheme, Jessica selected natural tones for the interior, with the inclusion of warm leather
LAMBERT & FILS ‘ANTIPODE’ PENDANT LIGHT (ABOVE), AT LIVING EDGE, LIVINGEDGE.COM.AU. BENCHMARK ‘BRIMSTONE’ SIDE TABLES (OPPOSITE) BY TERENCE CONRAN, ALLIED MAKER ‘ARC’ WALL LAMP, SOFA CUSHIONS UPHOLSTERED IN ROGERS & GOFFIGON LAMBSWOOL
KITCHEN (below) “We like the visibility the custom high table gives, rather than a massive island bench that floats in the room,” says Chelsie Lee, senior designer for Jessica Helgerson Interior Design (JHID). It’s surrounded by Pinch ‘Imo’ bar stools (try Spence & Lyda). SUNROOM (opposite) Andrea loves the ‘(Perfectly) Imperfect’ stool with a single turned leg by UK designers Galvin Brothers, while custom built-in sofas by JHID allow plenty of space for the family to relax.
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accents for the living areas and bedrooms, raw-wood furniture and nubby wools for floorcoverings. “We were inspired by Andrea and Adam’s taste when selecting the furniture, lighting and art,” she says. “It’s a mix of trendier modern pieces and timeless Scandinavian pieces.” Many homeowners find it diicult to let a professional assume the style and design direction of their home, but Andrea and Adam were grateful to hand over that responsibility. “Adam and I are doctors, so there isn’t much design inspiration in our work environments! As long as the space didn’t resemble a waiting room, we were happy,” says Andrea. She couldn’t be happier with the result, either. “There are so many parts I love that it’s hard to pick a favourite,” says Andrea. “I love the big dining table, the kitchen island, the custom sofas and the bunk beds in the girls’ room. I also love the Hans J Wegner ‘Circle’ chair in the living room, and the small Galvin Brothers stool in the sunroom. I could go on and on!” The exterior was also revitalised. “It received minor changes, such as new windows, a new portico and front porch, and new paint,” says Jessica. Adds Andrea: “It dramatically changed the look. We also had one area of the garden professionally landscaped and I spent hours pruning and weeding and planting the rest.” And so a tired old Hamptons girl has become the holiday home of Andrea and Adam’s dreams. “To us, home is where you can go and always be safe and loved and hide from the rest of the world,” says Andrea. “The environment afects our mood, and if we love the look of where we are, we are much happier people.” For more of Jessica’s work, visit jhinteriordesign.com. To see other projects by TBD Architecture + Design Studio, visit tbddesignstudio.com.
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KITCHEN (above left) The rustic look comes through in simple painted cabinetry with a marble benchtop, bleached oak floors and a subway-tiled wall, ofset by a Bertazzoni cooker and rangehood. ENTRY (above) The spacious entry features a timber-and-leather armoire designed by JHID. DINING AREA (opposite) The updated home features open-plan family living at its best, with a table and bench from the UK’s Another Country (try Luke Furniture) and Sibast ‘No 8’ chairs (try Hub Furniture), presided over by an Apparatus Studio ‘Trapeze 10’ chandelier (try Criteria Collection).
star performer Removing the old plasterboard ceilings and installing timber planks and beams was a winning decision. “It makes the house feel warm and full of character,” says senior designer Chelsie.
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OUTDOOR DINING AREA (opposite) A trellised deck features a custom dining table by New York’s Uhuru Design and Fermob chairs (try Cafe Culture + Insitu). “The trellis of climbing hydrangea was there when we bought the house,” says Andrea. ENTRY & DINING AREA Looking from the front door, a custom desk by JHID provides a spot for Andrea and Adam to catch up on paperwork.
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ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON. ‘GRANDE PUNTO’ BLANKETS (ON BEDS), OHHIO ON ETSY, ETSY.COM/AU/SHOP/OHHIO. ARTWORKS: (OPPOSITE, LEFT WALL) UNTITLED (NET) BY DONNA CHUNG, KLAUSGALLERY.COM, (OPPOSITE, RIGHT WALL) DODGE II BY BENEDICTE GELE, SAATCHIART.COM
WORK OF ART Designer pieces in sculptural forms give this breezy beach house a classic Scandi vibe. Natural timber ties the look together.
LESSONS LEARNT “ WE THOUGHT OUR RENOVATION BUDGET WAS GENEROUS, BUT IT WAS NOWHERE NEAR WHAT WE NEEDED” ANDREA SAFIRSTEIN, OWNER “Especially in remote communities like the Hamptons, where there’s a limited amount of resources in terms of labour and materials – and high demand – you will pay a premium. Nevertheless, we knew this house would be the setting for many, many memories for our family, so we found a way. Also, hire a great designer. When I sent an email to my dream designer, who was literally based on the other side of the country, I never thought she would take the job – take the chance!”
bright idea Sometimes the best features are accidental. “This big circle was an afterthought,” admits senior designer Chelsie. “We were thinking about an artwork but this wall needed more!”
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EXTERIOR Jade Jagger (right) relaxes with a friend on the rooftop terrace of her island getaway. OUTDOOR DINING AREA (opposite) A majestic pair of date palms and the house’s white walls shelter this space from the prevailing winds. Jade sourced the cushions in Goa, India.
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CHEAT SHEET Who lives here: Designer Jade Jagger, the daughter of The Rolling Stones rock icon Mick Jagger; her husband Adrian Fillary, a graphic designer; and their son Ray Emmanuel, 4. Style of home: A 1950s Spanish finca (country house) on the small Spanish island of Formentera in the Mediterranean Sea, about 10km from the popular party island of Ibiza.
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the smallest of Spain’s Balearic islands in the Mediterranean, by author and artist Hjordis Fogelberg, who grew up on nearby Ibiza. And when she arrived by boat, back in 2000, Jade couldn’t believe the untouched island was so close to its infamous party-centric neighbour. “It seemed like a fantasy island that I didn’t even know existed,” says Jade, the only daughter of Rolling Stones legend Mick Jagger’s marriage to Bianca Jagger. “It was so wild and untouched.” Following that initial visit, she returned to Formentera regularly from her London home, often bringing her daughters – Assisi, now 26, and Amba, now 22 – with her, camping on the secluded beach. “We would barbecue meals as the sun set,” she says, “and we’d often come in winter and go for long walks through the large stones up by the lighthouses.” It made sense then, that when a run-down, rambling 1950s house became available on the island just four years ago, Jade and her husband Adrian Fillary snapped it up. It was the same year their son Ray Emmanuel was born, so the desire for a private escape had reached a new high. “I think every house I’ve ever bought has been run-down,” says Jade, who has established her own professional credentials as a jewellery designer, model and, most recently, interior designer.
“This Formentera house was stuck in its past. The owner had built it under the Franco regime and it had not been updated one bit, not even the electrics or the water pipes. It just had that historical ambience. The interior hadn’t been touched for years, which gave us a chance to not only see how the exposed environment afected the interior but also impose our taste on a renovation. I loved its feel – pockets of privacy everywhere, and a rooftop terrace from which to enjoy the view.” Her previous homes were the stuf of rock ’n’ roll indulgence, but this time Jade wanted to maintain the natural vibe of the island, which is just over 80 square kilometres in size and has a permanent population of around 12,000. She set about filling the space with pieces inspired by the natural surrounds. “We really wanted to keep things simple – fabrics from India, hardwood four-poster beds and un-precious furniture made in the local vernacular,” she says, taking inspiration from the wood-thatched ceilings made from the local savin juniper tree, a common material in these Balearic farmhouses. Lamps from Morocco take on a dramatic patina in the salty sea air, and contrast with the only true giveaway of Jade’s previous party-girl persona – a large disco ball hanging in the outdoor sitting area. A few favourite things, such as a chess set and a painting by Piers Jackson, the father of Jade’s two daughters, have made the migration to Formentera, but this idyllic home is ostensibly
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pared-back and climate-ready for the environment in which it sits. Most of the furnishings were in fact salvaged from a garage sale in an old finca (country house) on Ibiza and shipped over. Jade admits to feeling a little guilty in updating things. “I felt like I was wrenching some of the house’s old charm away from it,” she says. “It’s sad in a way, but houses, like people, evolve, don’t they?” Aside from rewiring and re-plumbing the entire property, Jade did little to modernise it structurally. The addition of cement tiles from Popham Design in Marrakech is a common thread and continues from the outdoor areas right through the house, while the main bathroom was updated with a traditional pedestal sink and claw-foot bath. Here, dazzling bursts of blue were added to the floor and wall tiles. Elsewhere, exposed shelving was added to the kitchen, where traditional wooden doors contrast with stainless-steel appliances and glossy stone benchtops. Beyond the concrete garden wall, a wild collection of cacti amassed by the previous owner leads the curious wanderer down a meandering path to a deserted private beach. “The view and cactus gardens are so important to the house’s intrinsic charm that you don’t want to clutter it with too much decoration,” says Jade. Sitting on the roof, watching the light show as the sun sets, the ocean’s calm, constant presence makes it hard to believe anything in the world could be better than being right here, right now. For Jade, her Formentera home has inspired her to extend her art collection, and she hopes to display more of it on the house’s walls. “I’m moving closer towards my desire to bring more art into my life,” she says. “A place like this is a very good way to make sure that happens.”
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SITTING AREA (opposite, top) A shaded outdoor sitting area ofers respite from intense summer heat. Jade bought the series of artworks above the sofa in China 10 years ago. A hanging mirror ball is a playful addition. KITCHEN (opposite, bottom) Simple but functional with plenty of open shelving, the main kitchen is brought alive by Popham Design tiles as the splashback. DINING AREA Jade uses this table only when it’s too hot to eat outside. An orange statue of Indian god Ganesh, the mover of obstacles, sits in the fireplace. The artwork on the wall, titled The Cubed Sphere 2003, is by British artist Piers Jackson, the father of Jade’s daughters Assisi and Amba.
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“THE INTERIOR HADN’T BEEN TOUCHED FOR YEARS. I LOVED ITS FEEL – POCKETS OF PRIVACY EVERYWHERE” JADE JAGGER, HOMEOWNER
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BATHROOM (opposite) Boldly patterned ‘Kelly’ wall and ‘Zigzag On One’ floor tiles from Popham Design (try Onsite Supply + Design) balance the traditional claw-foot tub. A vintage Hermès leopard-patterned beach towel is draped over the tub. EXTERIOR High walls ensure privacy around the shower.
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ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON. ARTWORK: (OPPOSITE) ARTIST UNKNOWN. POPHAM DESIGN ‘KELLY’ WALL TILES (ABOVE), ONSITE SUPPLY + DESIGN, ONSITESD.COM.AU
EXTERIOR A stroll through native agave and yucca plants takes you to the shore. On the left is a guest room. BEDROOM (opposite) Sea-grass matting makes a textural bedhead. The rattan linen chest was left by the previous owner, and Adrian gave the case to Jade as a birthday gift.
NORDIC NATURAL Displaying vintage finds from their time in Australia, the USA and Europe, this family’s clever transformation of a Swedish apartment is a rich mix of old and new WORDS KATARINA MATSSON STYLING HANS BLOMQUIST PHOTOGRAPHY ANDREA PAPINI/HOUSE OF PICTURES
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LIVING AREA (these pages) Collected pieces adorn every available space in the Swedish apartment of Australian couple Sam Nixon and Grant Snowden. Sam loves the linen cover of the Gervasoni ‘Ghost 12’ sofa (try Anibou), which is easy to remove and machine-washable. She sourced the leather chairs at Swedish auctioneers Bukowskis, while the cofee table (detail, right) is from an old factory. The couple found the shelves in London.
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CHEAT SHEET Who lives here: Sam Nixon, a computer programmer; her partner Grant Snowden, a former corporate banker; their daughters Charlie, 12, and Nora, 8; and cats Cinnamon, Rosie and Coco. Style of home: A 110-squaremetre, three-bedroom apartment in an 1870s building, located in the Gamla Väster district of MalmÜ, Sweden. The reno took around nine months in total.
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KITCHEN (this page & opposite right) Grant and Sam (pictured, with children Charlie and Nora, plus Rosie the cat) searched high and low before finding a builder willing to raise the ceiling of the former attic and expose its beams. The kitchen used to be a bedroom. “I wanted a combination of materials to achieve the feeling that it has been here for many years,� says Sam, who made use of window recesses by hanging her utensils on hooks. Black-and-white cement tiles from Mosaic del Sur define the kitchen in the open-plan layout, while a retro Smeg fridge fits their look.
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third-largest city, Sam Nixon and Grant Snowden’s life of travel has been long and impressive.“We were living in San Antonio in Texas and decided to live in Europe for a while,” says Grant. “Sam is a computer programmer and was ofered a three-month contract in Malmö in Sweden. Fourteen years later, we’re still here!” Their light-filled apartment in a quiet street in the central neighbourhood of Gamla Väster (Swedish for Old West, it’s part of Malmö’s historical area) is packed with vintage finds. In fact, back in 2012, Sam and Grant, who are originally from Sydney and Bomaderry in NSW respectively, knew they had too many treasures to fit into their apartment. So for five years, they ran a shop called Petite Violette, which sold vintage items, handicrafts and homewares from all over the world. “We are crazy about vintage, natural colours and natural materials like linen, zinc, wood and brick,” says Sam. “I believe that if we’re both crazy about an item – whether it’s a piece of furniture, a painting or a lamp – then it will work well with the rest of our things. And it really is true in most situations.” The same can be said for the couple’s home, which they fell in love with 11 years ago. This apartment was originally the attic of a 220-square-metre apartment, which the couple split in two. Behind layers of bland 1980s detail, they noticed old beams, chimneys and inner brick walls. After a prolonged renovation, they created their dream home in the old attic. “We were lucky to get the opportunity to purchase this apartment,” says Sam. “Most potential buyers probably couldn’t see the possibilities because of the really bad condition of the attic, but we saw it as a challenging and fun project.”
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They make all decisions concerning interior design together but Sam is primarily responsible for the ideas. She finds inspiration in books, magazines, Instagram, Pinterest and – not least – from their travels. “Sam rearranges and combines our dearest possessions in a way that creates the feeling we love,” says Grant, who was a corporate banker before running their homewares business. An old wooden filing cabinet found in London many years ago has its current home in the master bedroom, and is one of Sam’s favourite details in the apartment. As for Grant, he has a slightly more sentimental preference. A framed diploma from when his grandmother won a handwriting contest way back in 1935 is part of a grouping of items that decorates the living-area wall, while a framed teatowel of a budgie in the master bedroom reminds him of how much he loved birds as a child. But above all, it is this family’s busy and active life that sets the atmosphere. There is always something going on, with their two daughters, Charlie, 12; and Nora, 8; and three cats – and occasionally kittens – under one roof. Sam and Grant encourage the children to bring their friends home, and the family often hosts dinner parties and brunch. “Being at home with a warm, open and welcoming atmosphere is the most important thing of all for us,” says Grant. Sam and Grant have since sold this apartment and the unrenovated lower-level apartment, and have moved on to a new project in the coastal town of Skanör, about 30 minutes drive from Malmö.
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KITCHEN (opposite) Sam chose to highlight the brick wall instead of covering it with cabinets. “I love leaving kitchen utensils and pots out,” she says. “It provides a warm country-kitchen feeling.” DINING AREA Simple white IKEA tableware is an appropriately Swedish touch. Beside it on the trolley is a ceramic bunny lamp by local sculptor Ann-Katrin Braf.
STAR PERFORMER This striking Anne Siems artwork complements the raw timber textures throughout the home, ofering a warm colour palette and rich patina. Delicate floral accents echo the sense of movement in the work.
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SAM’S TIPS FOR A COSY HOME 1. “Practical storage is vital. In Sweden, we spend so much time indoors because of the cold weather that it’s even more important to be happy and content in your home. If you have clever – and hopefully stylish – storage, your home will appear tidy and organised, even if you leave all your favourite vintage finds and mementos out on display.” 2. “Rearranging the furniture and moving things around now and again will make your apartment feel brand new. We never have all our art and vintage finds out on display at the same time. Sometimes it takes a while to find the exact right place for things.” 3. “Go with your gut feeling when it comes to renovating. Allow yourself to be inspired by others, but make sure that the final decisions are your own. After all, it’s you who is going to live in your home, not someone else!”
MOSA WALL TILES (OPPOSITE), DESIGN REPUBLIC, DESIGNREPUBLIC.NET.AU. FLOOR TILES, MOSAIC DEL SUR. ARTWORKS: HATTER’S GAZETTE POSTER (IN LIVING AREA), MONAHAN PAPERS, (IN BEDROOM) THE HILLTOP CIRCUS BY MICHELLE KNOWLEN
BATHROOM (opposite) A vintage feel has also been created here, with of-white wall tiles, a repurposed cabinet and a clawfoot tub painted by Sam. “I thought I’d made the mistake of my life after the first coat of paint, but after three coats it was a success!” she says. LIVING AREA There’s storage space at every turn, and a ladder leads to a play area. Nora’s bedroom features a bed from Blocket, Sweden’s version of eBay – it was also painted by Sam.
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MASTER BEDROOM (left, below & opposite) Rich texture and aged materials create a cosy, welcoming feel in Sam and Grant’s room. The punching bag and stage light were found at Castle Gibson in London. Sam’s cherished filing cabinet is tucked in the corner beneath a framed teatowel of a budgie from Third Drawer Down. The bedlinen is from H&M Home and the table features a vintage cast-iron laboratory stand with Pyrex flask, bought in the US.
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OLD MEETS NEW Give an industrial edge to vintage-inspired spaces with sleek metallic finishes, patina-rich pieces and a hint of colour.
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Months of hard work see a tiny ranch house in Florida become an eclectic home ямБlled with art and joyous colour WORDS & STYLING JACKIE BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY MARTIN POLLEY
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ARTWORKS: (LIVING AREA) STREET ART STILL LIFE BY MARTIN WHATSON, MARTINWHATSON.COM, (HALLWAY) MOON GLO BY DREW LESHKO, DREWLESHKO.COM, (IN DOORWAY) ARTIST UNKNOWN
LIVING & DINING AREA (these pages) Playful House Of Hackney ‘Hackney Empire’ wallpaper is a bold choice, as are the contrasting rugs. The sofa, orange and blue chairs and chandelier are all from Anthropologie. The American black walnut table and bench is by Florida designer Blair Sligar.
cheat sheet Who lives here: Mary Anne Holls Bowen, a veterinary medicine student; her husband, Justin, a data analyst in the healthcare industry; their dogs Beulah, Chloe and Chelsea; and the occasional Airbnb guest. Style of home: A three-bedroom 1950s ranch house near Orlando, Florida, brought into the 21st century. The couple took 14 months for the reno, living in the house for the last 10 of them. The project cost Mary Anne $$$$ and Justin around US$150k.
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“We wanted to inject an aesthetic that echoes who Justin and I are, and the lightness in our hearts” MARY ANNE HOLLS BOWEN, HOMEOWNER
bright idea To create a cathedral ceiling, Justin and Mary Anne removed the load-bearing wall, replacing it with four unfinished LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beams to support the roof span. “We love the raw industrial look,” says Mary Anne.
LIVING AREA A wall of windows, Anthropologie’s ‘Springbok’ rattan bench and a ‘Watercolors’ rattan swing chair by US brand Two’s Company help bring the outside in. In the foreground is Martha Cooper’s photograph Children At Play, Lower East Side, 1978. DINING AREA (right) Homeowners Mary Anne and Justin.
DISTRESSED ARABESQUE RUG (ABOVE), WEST ELM, WESTELM.COM.AU. HALL RUNNER (OPPOSITE), ANTHROPOLOGIE, ANTHROPOLOGIE.COM. FIREPLACE TILES, CEMENT TILE SHOP. ARTWORKS (OPPOSITE, IN REAR CORNER) BY TERRY BOYD, ART.TERRENCEBOYD.COM
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you call it, a mystery force is abundant in the lives of Justin Bowen and his wife Mary Anne. When you are in the vicinity of this creative couple, something weird, wacky or wonderful could happen at any moment. Their combined energy always brings the unexpected – and in August 2015, it brought them a house. They had wanted to live in Winter Park on the outskirts of Orlando, Florida for years, but when their dream renovation project there came up for auction, they didn’t have the cash to buy it. So, immediately after it sold, Mary Anne tracked the successful buyers down, with the intention of getting them to sell the house to her. And, following a few very persuasive phone calls, the new owners agreed to sign it over to her and Justin! “From day one, this house has been a wild ride,” says Justin, “from having to hitchhike downtown to the Orlando courthouse in horseriding garb to sign the papers, to a hurricane arriving mid-renovation.” Worth it? Absolutely, according to Mary Anne. “We built our dream home,” she says. “And then immediately moved to a Caribbean island. But that happens later in our story...”
You had your eye on this home for a while but still had a few surprises when you moved in. What were they? Justin: Immediately
after getting it, I walked through and asked Mary Anne, “Where’s the third bedroom?” The oicial record said it had a third bedroom, which it didn’t, and that it was 1500 square feet in size (140 sqm), when it was actually 1350 (125 sqm). Also, the living room was small – big enough for a sofa or dining table, but not both. The kitchen was sectioned of and had a half-bath a metre from the stove. The appliances were filthy and the cabinets were rotted out. Did you have an idea how you would renovate it? Justin: We had a rough idea. We wanted to maintain the house’s original charm – which, to be honest, was really just the timber floors – undo terrible renovations by the previous owner and make the house more usable by adding space. Figuring out what we wanted for
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TIMELINE 2015
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August A determined Mary Anne miraculously gets the house after missing out on it at auction. Roach-infested couches and old kegerators are removed from the house and the ideas begin to flow.
KITCHEN (also opposite, right) Rugs add colour and texture. The bar is topped with a walnut butcher’s block. A pair of ‘Antonio’ mini pendant lights by US brand Renwil float over the island bench. ENTRY (opposite, top left) A West Elm ‘Sculpted Geo’ console is topped with a vignette of treasures. The artwork is by Dave Eggers.
January The kitchen and bathroom reno begins, with a load-bearing kitchen wall removed and replaced. Timber flooring is installed in the kitchen and the bathroom tiles are selected. April Mary Anne, Justin and their dogs move in.
2017 September New block walls are built in the back and front of the house, and part of a flat roof is removed so a gabled roof can cover the entire rear. October Hurricane Matthew hits Florida but spares the Orlando region. The entire roof and structural elements
over the garage and living area are removed and rebuilt. November Wood flooring is added to the expanded living room. New black roofing and a cap on the chimney start to bring the exterior together. December Electricals are done and the drywall goes up.
January Mary Anne and Justin stage a frantic race to find the last-minute contractors necessary to stucco and paint the exterior.
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star performer Rugs are everywhere, including the kitchen. “It’s just about being comfortable and having protection for the floors,” says Justin. The purple rug is a family heirloom.
the major part of the renovation wasn’t easy. A Google image search helped us find something that looked like it would fit the style and configuration. We went through months of revisions until we had something we were happy with. ARTWORK: (OPPOSITE) JIMI HENDRIX BY KERRY COX, KERRYCOXKERRYCOX.COM. NEON LIGHT (OPPOSITE), BRIGHT NEON SIGNS. TILES (TOP RIGHT), CEMENT TILE SHOP
You lived here for most of the reno. Was that fun or a nightmare?
Justin: To make it financially feasible, we had to move out of the house we were living in so we could rent it out. We moved into this place with a mattress, pots and pans and our four elderly rescue dogs at the time. We erected a temporary plywood wall between the kitchen and the living room to separate us from the front of the house (which was completely missing for weeks), taped plastic up in the back to help keep the air conditioning in and the mosquitoes out. But the dust… the dust just couldn’t be defeated, despite air purifiers and filters. Yeah, stress, sleepless nights and dust. It was an educational experience. Can you tell us a bit about your interiors inspiration and style?
Mary Anne: We wanted to inject an aesthetic that echoes who Justin and I are, and the lightness in our hearts. Our hope is that guests in our home exercise their most sophisticated eye while also feeling comfortable and letting their imagination play. Justin and I have found that maturity and sophistication lose nothing by also being playful. We wanted our home to also appeal to every age and sensibility – old and young, high-brow and low. That kind of inclusivity was what I wanted through our door. Your living-area wallpaper is an example of that sophistication and whimsy. You must have felt brave! Mary Anne: I’m infatuated
with animals and the natural world. That is evident everywhere,
from the tchotchkes [a Yiddish term for trinkets] to the artwork and the walls themselves. The House Of Hackney wallpaper is something I was so excited to do. Many well-intentioned friends encouraged a less heavy-handed installation, but I closed my eyes, cut and pasted. No other part of our home receives more attention, lingering and commentary from our guests. Children love identifying the animals and discovering hidden treasures. Adults love how elegantly the animals are rendered and chuckle at the creatures imbibing everything from hookahs to what I am guessing are mind-erasers. It’s the largest wall in what is a pretty modest-sized house, and somehow the only wall I can’t bring myself to hang anything on. You have renovated a few places over the years. This was to be your forever home, but the universe had other plans…
Justin: For about five minutes, we got to settle in and relax in this home that finally felt ours. About a month after the dust settled, another dream came true – Mary Anne wanted to study veterinary medicine and an acceptance letter for vet school arrived for her. She had worked tirelessly towards this for years, so we packed our suitcases and our dogs and moved to the Caribbean! Mary Anne directed the final pieces of the reno and decor from the island of St Kitts, where we now live. We have our Florida home listed on Airbnb, through which we’ve hosted a remarkable handful of people. We’re grateful our home can be the backdrop to their stories, too. This home is available for vacation rental – go to airbnb.com.au/rooms/ 21224684. Mary Anne and Justin also had design input from their architect friend Michael Wenrich – see his work at michaelwenrich.com.
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lessons learnt “When it comes to contractors, saving money can cost you money” MARY ANNE HOLLS BOWEN, HOMEOWNER
“Our biggest regret was not using the framer referred to us by a friend. We thought we could still get quality at a lower price, but ended up sacrificing quality and paying for hidden costs. Having a good general builder would have helped reduce stress and move things along quicker. We probably saved US$40k by managing the reno ourselves, but paid for that in other ways.”
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ADDITIONAL PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON. ARTWORKS: (TOP LEFT) UNTITLED (PYRRHIC AT BEST) BY DAVE EGGERS, DAVEEGGERS.NET, (ON SIDE WALL) INVISIBLE PEOPLE BY ANITA GROENER, ANITAGROENER.COM. CANDELABRA (ON DRESSER), CRATE&BARREL, CRATEANDBARREL.COM. BED, RESTORATION HARDWARE. BRASS SHOWER RAIL (OPPOSITE), VINTAGE TUB & BATH
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cheat sheet Who lives here: Geneva Vanderzeil, content creator and founder of website A Pair & A Spare; her partner Benjamin McCarthy, founder of interior design firm Charlie & Rose; and their baby daughter Frankie, 2 months. Style of home: Once a dilapidated 1871 worker’s cottage in Brisbane, this timber house has been extended and restored to become a threebedroom home and working studio. The reno took seven months from design to completion. The cost of the reno was $$$$ approximately $300k.
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handmade Geneva Vanderzeil of stylish DIY website A Pair & A Spare teams up with her designer partner to revive a Brisbane ďŹ xer-upper WORDS JACKIE BRYGEL STYLING & PHOTOGRAPHY GENEVA VANDERZEIL
ARTWORKS: (ON SIDE WALL) SEDIMENTARY (LEFT) & YEAH, NAH. PRINTS BY JASMINE DOWLING, JASMINEDOWLING.COM. STOOLS, ADAIRS, ADAIRS.COM.AU. RUG, MARR-KETT, MARR-KETT.COM.AU. RATTAN DRINKS CART, KOKO COLLECTIVE, KOKOCOLLECTIVE.COM.AU. OTTOMAN & CANE FLOOR LAMP (OPPOSITE), THE BACH LIVING, THEBACH.COM.AU. PLANT POTS, BUNNINGS, BUNNINGS.COM.AU.
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“I love how open this part of the house is,” says homeowner Geneva (pictured). The pendant lights and dining table are both vintage finds. Artist Anthony Lister’s piece, from his Monkeyism series, features on the wall. The walls are painted in Haymes Paint in Minimalist.
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exterior Early in the reno process, the old house was raised using jack-like poles with stabilising blocks placed underneath, before re-stumping work took place.
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he’s the founder of the popular how-to website A Pair & A Spare, while he’s a successful interior designer. But despite their store of industry experience, Geneva Vanderzeil and her partner Benjamin McCarthy had every reason to feel daunted about the “massive” renovation of their first home as a couple. Snapping up a tiny but charming 19th-century worker’s cottage in Brisbane’s inner suburbs, they were under no illusion about the fact that they had taken on a serious fixer-upper. “It might have looked cute and quaint – but in reality, walls were falling down, there were giant holes in the floor and the verandah at the back was collapsing,” says Geneva. “We wanted to take it from this ramshackle cottage to a space we could live, work and have a family in – all the while, of course, staying true to the local character and the things that we loved about it. It was a definite balancing act.” Over the course of just seven months, Geneva and Ben – who at the time were expecting their first child, a daughter named Frankie, now two months old – worked on the project, raising the structure to accommodate an under-storey of living and work space. The original residence was restored and extended to house a new kitchen and bathrooms, along with sun-filled living and sleeping quarters. While paying homage to the home’s heritage features, the pair infused it with light, space and soft colour. “I wanted the house to have personality without being too overpowering,” says Geneva.
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Express yourself! “We wanted to add personality to the house’s iconic frontage,” says Geneva. “So we decided to sand the front door down and paint a section of it, inside and out, with Haymes Paint in Humas, a blush tone.”
DREAM IT. The original two-bedroom cottage was falling apart at the seams, but Geneva and Ben saw the potential in its dilapidated walls. They also knew they had to make every centimetre of space count. “Not only was the house minuscule, but the site itself is really small,” says Geneva. For this reason, the decision was made to lift the house. The new layout would incorporate a family home of three bedrooms, a kitchen and two bathrooms upstairs, and a studio-style apartment downstairs with an open workspace, two bedrooms and a bathroom. “A goal for the architectural design was to keep as many of the original features as possible – the front verandah, tongue-and-groove walls and the details above the doorways,” says Geneva. And the pair, who have been together for 12 years, knew they would make a good team. “Ben is practical and knows what matters in design – whereas I’m a bit out-there and tend to obsess about the details,” says Geneva.
ARTWORK: (OPPOSITE) ROSE COLOURED GLASSES PRINT BY JASMINE DOWLING, JASMINEDOWLING.COM. OVEN & RANGEHOOD, BELLINI, BELLINIAPPLIANCES.COM.AU. HANDMADE SHELVES USING WOODEN PLANKS PAINTED IN HAYMES PAINT IN BAY BERRY, HAYMESPAINT.COM. AU, & BUNNINGS BRACKETS, BUNNINGS.COM.AU
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kitchen Ben created a bespoke kitchen without blowing the budget. ‘Avalon’ subway tiles from Tile Cloud laid in a vertical pattern match the tongue-and-groove panelling above, while a budgetfriendly Kaboodle benchtop and cabinets with an ‘Alpine’ door profile are a classic choice.
DIY TIP Bespoke doesn’t need to be costly. “I searched everywhere for a cabinet with a bevelled profile,” says Geneva. “We painted the Kaboodle doors with Haymes Paint in Bay Berry, and added Kethy ‘L4314’ wooden doorknobs.”
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“The original tongue-and-groove walls are such a nice part of the house,” says Geneva. A Lounge Lovers ‘Hampton’ sofa delineates the living area (also opposite, right). The timber armchair is from The Bach Living and Ben sourced the vintage consoles from Lunatiques, painting one in the same colour as the front door’s arc. An artwork by Geneva is on the left wall.
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ensuite “I love this pop of pink,” says Geneva of the vintage washstand with marble top, which has been painted in the same pink as the front door. Her DIY skills were put to work on the lights, which she made with IKEA baskets and Beacon Lighting pendant lights.
THROW (OPPOSITE & ABOVE RIGHT), WEST ELM, WESTELM.COM.AU. CUSHIONS, MARR-KETT, MARR-KETT.COM.AU. VINTAGE LAMP (ON CONSOLE), BYRON RESOURCE RECOVERY CENTRE, BYRON.NSW.GOV.AU. CANDLES, LUMIRA, ATELIERLUMIRA. COM. ‘AVALON’ WALL TILES & ‘STIRLING’ TERRAZZO FLOOR TILES (IN ENSUITE), TILE CLOUD, TILECLOUD.COM.AU. MONDELLA ‘RUMBA’ BASIN & MATT BLACK TAPWARE, BUNNINGS, BUNNINGS.COM.AU. THROW (ON VANITY SHELF), H&M HOME, HM.COM/AU. WOOD CANDLE (ON FLOOR), THE BACH LIVING, THEBACH.COM.AU
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DESIGN IT. Geneva & Ben’s wishlist + “Plenty of windows. One thing that is so important to me is having enough natural light in the house,” says Geneva. “This cottage was built in the days prior to air-conditioning, so it focused on keeping heat out rather than letting light in.” + “Restore the crumbling facade. With its wooden cross bracings, traditional railings and curved corrugated iron roof, the front of the house is characteristic of properties like this built in the late 1800s. It’s really these features that make you fall in love with the house.” + “Inject contemporary functionality. It goes without saying that the tiny original kitchen and bathroom didn’t cater to what we need, so getting them right was a big part of the process.”
Geneva and Ben were truly in their element here. “If there’s one thing Ben’s good at, it’s not wasting time – so we chose the materials for the house relatively quickly,” says Geneva. “That said, I had spent a decent amount of time in the lead-up working towards understanding what style we thought would suit the house, be interesting and not date too much. It’s a challenge to balance those things.” After honing their ideas, Geneva began to fill her moodboard with texture-rich organic materials ofset by splashes of pastel colour, vintage pieces and natural greenery. “I wanted to steer away from black and white,” she says. “We decided to go with a green and dusty pink palette. Seeing it in place, I think it works really well.” While their home needed to be dragged into the present, it was important to respect the past. For this reason, the couple chose to retain the existing walls and knotted pine floors in the original part of the house. “We decided that they contained so much character that it was worth keeping them as much as possible,” says Geneva. “This means the floors are a bit knocked around here and there, and some of the walls are hilariously askew, but I love that about them.”
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bathroom For consistency, Geneva and Ben used the same materials and finishes here as in their ensuite. The extra touches are a wood stool from The Bach Living, an H&M Home towel and a Lumira candle.
entry The playful pink arc on the front door was repeated inside. “It contrasts with the straight lines elsewhere,” says Geneva. “We used string and a pencil to draw the rounded edge, then painted it with three coats of paint. We love how it looks!”
Repurpose… and rejoice. “We wanted simple storage that didn’t cost a bomb,” says Geneva. “These mid-centurystyle wardrobes are made out of Kaboodle pantry cabinets with custom legs on the bottom.”
‘F402’ WARDROBE DOORKNOBS (ABOVE RIGHT & BOTTOM), KETHY, KETHY.COM.AU. PLANT HOLDER (ABOVE RIGHT) & BEDLINEN (OPPOSITE), WEST ELM, WESTELM. COM.AU. CUSHIONS, MARR-KETT, MARR-KETT.COM.AU
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master ensuite bedroom
“This is my favourite space of all,” His and hers Omvivo ‘Venice’ says Geneva. “Having a gorgeous basins from Reece enhance the main bedroom with a walk-in robe luxury of the marble-topped and ensuite was a priority.” The custom vanity, while the angled mirror on top of the West Elm mirrors are a subtle nod to the dresser was a $5 garage sale find. home’s curves. The raw industrial Warmth underfoot comes in the style of the large-format tiles form of a Marr-kett rug and creates a tactile contrast with a runner from Armadillo&Co. the refined freestanding bath.
lessons learnt “Don’t change your mind. It’s so easy to see something else you like midway through the project and want to change the design or style, but this is when costs and time frames blow out. We avoided that completely” GENEVA VANDERZEIL, HOMEOWNER
“Mix and match diferent eras and items to give your house a lived-in and natural feel. Ben and I mixed rattan, mid-century furniture and industrial pieces so that the house feels like us and not like a showroom.”
lessons learnt
“Working with an architect goes both ways. While we wanted an architect who respected our needs, it was important we weren’t too constraining in our objectives, and that we took advantage of their knowledge and experience. Designing buildings is what they do best, so you should make the most of their skills and expertise.” SANDRA & MIKE, HOMEOWNERS
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DIY TIP “Baskets and rafia are some of my favourite master bedroom A limestone ‘Eclipse’ lightstyling by and DIY elements,” Inkster (also in the bathroom, says Geneva. “For the bathrooms, right) maintains the serene I removed the handles from mood in this zone. A sweet IKEA baskets, cut a hole in the vignette in floral tones sits bottom alongside bedding from In Bed. and slid them onto the light fixtures.”
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DO IT. Ben’s mantra has always been “on time and on budget”. Geneva had a special reason for hoping his words rang true. “As it turns out, pregnancy is a great motivator for getting things done,” says Geneva. “Ben really kept everything moving!” Raising the old house early on brought potentially bad news that became a positive. “The shoddy addition to the back and the decrepit deck pretty much fell of the house,” says Geneva. “We were able to strip it back to the original core.” The master bedroom was one of the rooms to be finished first – much to Geneva’s delight. “It was so exciting to style a space in the house,” she says. “Everything in that room is focused on creating a calm space that’s a joy to fall asleep in. Designing the house was an incredible experience, but there’s just something satisfying about using furniture and extra layers to take it to the next level and create a space you can actually live in.” Careful consideration was given to the placement of new windows and skylights to draw in natural light. Throughout the house, highlight colours by way of joinery and painted furniture were introduced. “We have created something interesting and unique, integrating antiques, unexpected colours and modern details,” says Geneva. Best of all, the couple wouldn’t change a thing, given their renovation time again. “We’re so happy with the end result,” says Geneva.
See more of Geneva and Ben’s home, including some of their DIY projects, at apairandasparediy.com. See Ben’s work at charlieandrose.com.hk. Get in touch with the builder at shanebradnockconstructions@westnet.com.au.
the best bits + Open-plan living. “One of the key elements was to build a more open living space, which we did by extending the house out at the back,” says Geneva. + Luxe retreat. “Master bedrooms weren’t a ‘thing’ in 1871, but they are now! Ben and I spent a lot of time working on a really beautiful and functional space.” + Let there be light. “Light is my jam and I can’t imagine living in a house without enough. Ben also worked hard on this, increasing the window size, creating skylights and, in the master bedroom, creating a roofline that allows for a long window at roof height.”
‘AVALON’ WALL TILES (ABOVE LEFT), TILE CLOUD, TILECLOUD.COM.AU. VANITY, VINTAGE SEWING TABLE PAINTED IN HAYMES PAINT IN INTIMACY, HAYMESPAINT.COM.AU. MONDELLA ‘RUMBA’ BASIN & TAPWARE, BUNNINGS, BUNNINGS.COM.AU. CUSHIONS (BOTH PAGES) & RUG (ABOVE RIGHT), MARR-KETT, MARR-KETT.COM.AU. THROWS & LANTERNS (OPPOSITE), WEST ELM, WESTELM.COM.AU. ‘LOHALS’ RUG, IKEA, IKEA.COM.AU
Afternoon breezes are enjoyed relaxing on a Lounge Lovers wicker daybed, or perhaps with casual dining on the ‘Bronte’ oak table and benches, also from Lounge Lovers.
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ensuite His and hers Omvivo ‘Venice’ basins from Reece enhance the luxury of the marble-topped custom vanity, while the angled mirrors are a subtle nod to the home’s curves. The raw industrial style of the large-format tiles creates a tactile contrast with the refined freestanding bath.
front verandah “This is a tiny area, but it’s so relaxing in the afternoons,” says Geneva. She can sway on The Bach Living hanging chair while Ben flops out on a Moroccan floor cushion from Marr-kett.
lessons learnt
“Working with an architect goes both ways. While we wanted an architect who respected our needs, it was important we weren’t too constraining in our objectives, and that we took advantage of their knowledge and experience. Designing buildings is what they do best, so you should make the most of their skills and expertise.” SANDRA & MIKE, HOMEOWNERS
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the expert
Shannon Vos visits a Sydney family that hopes to make the most of a prized top-floor apartment location
THE PROBLEM:
“terrace We want to use our to extend our living
space
WORDS FIONA JOY PHOTOGRAPHY TAMARA GRAHAM
the story so far
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Lisa Brown and her husband, Tim, purchased this two-bedroom apartment in a small block at Freshwater on Sydney’s Northern Beaches five years ago. “We love the fact that it’s light-filled, airy and very private, being on the top floor of the block,” says Lisa. “It’s like living in the treetops and the outlook is green from most windows. And the sunsets are awesome.” The unit comes with a 73-square-metre rooftop terrace that almost doubles the space. With two young children, Lily, 5, and Jack, 3, Lisa and Tim would like to expand their living space – and freshen up the outdated kitchen and bathroom while they’re at it. “Our neighbours gave us approval to apply for a DA a year ago,” says Lisa, “and it took all of last year to apply for the DA and for council to process it. Now, at last, we are ready to hire a builder and go, go, go!”
$100-$150k
the family Lisa and her children Lily and Jack.
1. TERRACE IS TOO LARGE
2. NOT ENOUGH BATHROOMS
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CRAMPED LIVING AREA
KITCHEN NEEDS A LIFT
what the real estate agent says…
the realtor Phillip Wright Stone Real Estate Seaforth
“Once people have lived in this area of Sydney, they don’t want to leave, so a property such as this would appeal equally to couples, young families, downsizers and divorcees. There is a good feeling in this unit, with the leafy outlook and the proximity to Freshwater shops and Queensclif beach.
It’s also only 10 minutes to Manly on a pushbike. It makes perfect sense to extend, as there’s plenty of space and it will be a better investment than selling and buying again within the suburb. As it is, the value sits in the high $900k, possibly edging over the million mark. With more living space, an
entertainer’s kitchen and maybe a second bathroom, we’d be conservatively looking at $1.25m, even with a smaller terrace. The elevated position is very desirable because you get the townhouse feel without the townhouse price tag. And the building is pet-friendly, which is another selling point.”
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“Reclaim living space and update the floor plan” the advice
Shannon’s assessment Shannon Vos Interior designer at VosCreative (voscreative.com.au)
This apartment is a real find and an absolute gem. Not only is it in a great location, but with the private entrance and light-filled interior, it feels quiet and secluded – you wouldn’t know the neighbours were so close by. Lisa and Tim have been here for a while and have made a lot of plans. The structural work they want to do is pretty much decided but beyond that there are still a lot of things they need to work out. I’m looking forward to sharing my ideas.
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the flooring
This home has a huge terrace and it’s a good idea to use some of it to create a bigger living area and a large entertainer’s kitchen. A timber frame extension, which is already part of the plan, is a great start. Beyond that, I’d like to see something totally diferent from the existing building. I’d love to see a matt black Colorbondand-glass finish with a large window to the south. To facilitate the build, the terrace floor needs to be replaced in its entirety. I’d re-tile it with large concrete pavers in a pale grey.
There’s currently a big step up to the outdoor terrace – it would be preferable to have level access here, to create a flow from inside to out. We could achieve this by raising the floor level to match the outdoors – there is enough ceiling height – then place the ‘down step’ further back towards the entrance. Slate tiles at the front door give way to a timber floor where Lisa and Tim have taken up the old carpet. This will create a definition between the entrance and access to the bedrooms, with a step up to the living/dining/kitchen area. I’d go with lighter timber flooring to provide contrast, and we could put double glass sliding doors out from the kitchen and living area to the terrace.
the bathroom Lisa and Tim are keen to create a second bathroom so they have facilities for guests and a growing family. The current laundry is in their sights, as the existing laundry will be integrated into a new kitchen. Just because there’s plumbing in here doesn’t mean it’s easy, though. Getting rid of waste water is an issue in apartment blocks. You either have to go under the floor, which requires access to the neighbour’s ceiling, or put a pipe on the outside of the building. Strata bodies don’t tend to be keen on that, although you can sometimes ‘persuade’ them with a cash injection for the sinking fund. Lisa and Tim need to talk to a plumber for expert advice. On the upside, if the bathroom can’t be done, the laundry area would make a great study.
the bedroom There are two bedrooms here. Once the living area is extended, I think this ratio will be out of kilter, especially as the kids get bigger. If Lisa and Tim want to futureproof their home, I suggest going up – they have a flat roof and an opportunity for a penthouse bedroom. They’d need to get permission, but it’s not an unusual request for top-floor apartments. They could sacrifice the existing laundry/powder room/study to put in a staircase and build a master suite on the second floor. They’ll need to save more money, but it would be an amazing longer-term plan.
ADVICE PROVIDED IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND SHOULD BE TREATED AS A STARTING POINT. LOOK INTO YOUR LOCAL COUNCIL REQUIREMENTS AND REGULATIONS BEFORE STARTING ANY RENOVATION WORK. PHOTOGRAPHY: (EXTENSION, BATHROOM & TERRACE) MICHELLE WILLIAMS, (FLOORING) NIKOLE RAMSAY. STYLING: (EXTENSION, BATHROOM & TERRACE) HEATHER NETTE KING, (FLOORING) EMMA O’MEARA. ARTWORKS: (EXTENSION) THE DRIFT BY TODD HUNTER, SCOTTLIVESEYGALLERIES.COM, (FLOORING) PRINTS ON SHELF FROM GOOSE, GOOSESTORE.COM.AU
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MOODBOARD: the extension A large south-facing window will drink in the daylight.
the bathroom Check what’s possible with a plumber. the master suite Simple furnishings maximise the space.
“If they want to future-proof their home, I suggest going up – they have an opportunity for a penthouse bedroom”
‘Rufus’ 3.5-seater sofa, $7088, Jardan, jardan.com.au.
R SHA NNO N VOS , INTERIOR DES IGNE
the terrace A smaller, more functional space will work for the growing family.
‘Argon’ porcelain floor tile in Perla, $76/sqm, Earp Bros, earp.com.au.
‘Europlank’ engineered timber flooring in Ice White, $97.85/sqm, Havwoods, havwoods.com.au.
the flooring Raise the floor level for better flow to the terrace.
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ocated moments from the seashore and ofering sweeping ocean views from expansive second-storey windows, Studio2 Architects capitalised on the rich natural surrounds of this holiday home to create the ultimate escape for a family of five. Open-plan living sets the tone in this sun-filled space on New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula, while Scandinavian-style interiors create a welcoming efect. Floor-to-ceiling American oak surfaces are the hero, providing textural appeal throughout. The timber continues through the kitchen, where the family is greeted by a large island bench and cleverly integrated Fisher & Paykel appliances, tucked behind custom panelling for a seamless look. A pair of built-in ovens ofers the ultimate in flexibility, featuring a generous 115L capacity and self-cleaning pyrolitic functionality, making them the smart choice for both keen entertainers and busy families. Designed to match the rest of Fisher & Paykel’s kitchen appliance family, the stainless-steel finish is complemented by up-to-the-minute technology, ensuring perfect cooking results. Hidden above the cooktop is a powerful 90cm rangehood, ofering three fan speeds for quick, quiet extraction of smells, steam and smoke.
BEHIND THE SCENES For a reined look, the Fisher & Paykel ActiveSmart™ French Door fridge sits lush with its surroundings and features customisable front panels, which allow it to seamlessly blend into the wall of cabinetry for an unobtrusive inish
KITCHEN DESIGN
ultimate design
freedom WALL-TO-WALL TIMBER AND SLEEK INTEGRATED APPLIANCES ARE AT ONE WITH THE STUNNING OUTLOOK FROM THIS LUXURY HOLIDAY HOME
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“This space is like being on the prow of a ship sitting over the water” Paul Clarke, Studio2 Architects
WORDS LOUISA BATHGATE; PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON WILSON
design tips The built-in bench seat runs the length of the kitchen, framing the breathtaking views and ensuring visibility from anywhere in the open-plan space. It also provides a handy spot for guests and family members to relax with the cook during meal prep. Custom cabinetry makes the most of the space in the breezy, open kitchen, but dosen’t stop at just the pantry and cupboards. Integrated appliances disappear into the American oak veneer, so as not to distract from the overall textural efect. A minimal material palette is punctuated by stainless steel and crisp white benchtops, providing a clean, contemporary look. Softer accents in the form of cushions and upholstery ofer a cosy touch. GET THE LOOK (clockwise from left): ActiveSmart™ 900mm Integrated French Door Refrigerator, $6,499, 76cm Built-in Pyrolitic Oven, $5,299, all Fisher & Paykel.
For more inspiration, visit fisherpaykel.com
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YAY OR NAY
on the edge Melbourne-based British designer Thomas Coward turns traditional bathroom design on its head with the shapely ‘Ledge’ basin for United Products, $1250. The solid-suface piece comprises a deep basin and just enough space for the essentials. Visit united-products.co.
The deal: Double wash basins are a practical solution for busy families. They’re great for parents who need to help children with cleaning their teeth, and are a time-saving solution for couples hoping for an organised ensuite. The pros: Dual basins can be a beautiful statement in spacious bathrooms, and a great design solution for households that enjoy having guests over to stay. They’re also a plus for those of us who are particularly keen on personal space during the early-morning rush. The cons: It costs more to plumb in two sinks, and you’ll need a larger vanity. Double wash basins may not be the best use of space if the bathroom is normally only used by one person at a time. The verdict: Yay! For households with enough room, double wash basins can be a practical and beautiful design solution. Keep your look uncluttered with sleek matching tapware. Visit vola.com.
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BATHROOM NEWS
clean up New style buys and ideas to freshen up your home’s busiest zone EDITED BY NATALIE JOHNSON
bathing bliss Step into the softness of George Street Linen’s microfibre ‘Shag’ bath mats, available in a range of muted tones, (from top) Cloud, Sand, Silver and Haze, for $29 each. Visit georgestreet linen.com.
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editor’s fave
colour me Made of concrete, Nood Co’s ‘Cube’ (right) and ‘Pill’ (below) basins are tough enough to handle the busiest bathroom routine. And with a range of shades to choose from, they’ll suit any palette. For $954 each, go to noodco.com.au.
Make a statement with Smartstone’s ‘Naturale’ honed quartz surface in Borghini Naturale, featuring softly veined lines in muted grey tones. At 1600mm x 3200mm, the slab size is perfect for every application. It’s $825/m (installed). Head to smartstone.com.au.
WORDS: (YAY OR NAY) LOUISA BATHGATE
…double basins Birthe Tofting of Vola weighs in
the hit list on the rails
What’s cooking on our kitchen wishlist this month
the plate Serve up a fresh floral motif with Marimekko’s ‘Oiva/ Rosarium’ plate, $30, and wait for the compliments… hopefully about the food, too! Visit marimekko.com.
Sleek minimalist style meets practical storage in the powdercoated steel-and-Tasmanian oak Sly ‘Axton’ rail. A shallow shelf keeps smaller items organised. It’s from $1200 from onthesly.com.au.
the surface True beauty lies in the details, and the mineral stones in Kaza Concrete’s ‘Terrazzo’ surface in Pink Forrest are mesmerising. It’s $295/sqm, check out academytiles.com.au.
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the appliance For the latest in clever cooking, Bosch’s ‘HBT578FS1A’ 60cm built-in oven ofers 30 preset automatic cooking programs, pyrolytic self-cleaning, a meat probe and more. It’s $2049 at bosch-home.com.au.
mix masters Go with the flow with these quality fittings. 1. ‘Calibre’ wall bath system in Living Brushed Brass, $1139, Sussex Taps, sussextaps.com.au. 2. ‘Icon’ basin set, $784, Astra Walker, astrawalker.com.au. 3. Kohler ‘Aleo Slim Trim’ bath/shower mixer, $328, E&S, eands.com.au.
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HIGH & DRY Luxe 100 per cent Egyptian cotton is a must when it comes to bathroom bliss. In Bed’s range of absorbent towels is from $10 for a face cloth and up to $60 for the bath towel. Discover more at inbedstore.com.
the wine Show your artistic side with the ‘Sorbet’ wine barrel by Evi O. It’s one of three releases featuring work by Australian artists from Pord. Each barrel costs $160, and comes with your choice of three Mitchelton wines. Drop by pord.com.au.
the grill Indoor/outdoor cooking is easy with Tefal’s Power Grill, $249.95. The non-stick grilling plate means it’s also a healthy way to cook meat, fish, eggs, vegies and more. Stockists at tefal.com.au.
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vacuum cleaners
For when you need something that really, well, sucks… our round-up reveals what’s on offer and what type is best for you WORDS LYNNE TESTONI
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STICK & HANDHELD VACUUMS
When you only want or need to do a bit here and there, you can’t beat a hands-on option
PHOTOGRAPHY: DEREK SWALWELL. STYLING: RACHEL VIGOR. ARTWORK: PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINT BY DEREK SWALWELL, CONTACT RACHEL VIGOR, HELLO@RACHELVIGOR.COM
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he humble vacuum cleaner has been radically transformed in recent years, largely due to technological advances. The new appliances are lighter and often cordless. Some can be controlled remotely via your smartphone – and many are better for allergy suferers. According to Gary Brown, senior brand manager of home appliances at Harvey Norman (harveynorman.com.au), buyers are often surprised by the choices on ofer when they’re looking to update their appliances. “If you haven’t been in the market for 10 years, you would be surprised how much technology has changed,” he says. When deciding on which vacuum cleaner to buy, the first thing you need to think about is the floor surface in your home. “Most Australians have, on average, two to three diferent floorcoverings in their homes,” says Gary. “So your options are to have three diferent machines, or one machine with lots of supplied accessories or attachments.” Guy Polak, head of buying at Catch Group (catchgroup.com.au), has his eye on suction power, especially if a house contains a lot of carpeted areas. “To really suck up all the dirt from carpet and other fabric surfaces, you’ll need a vacuum cleaner that’s high in air watts,” he says, recommending 100AW (air watts) for strong suction. Here’s our guide to the major types of vacuum cleaners on the market and the pros and cons of each. It will put you on the right track to selecting the best one for your home and family…
Shark ‘Rocket DuoClean’ vacuum, $299, Bing Lee, binglee.com.au.
The hottest trend in floor care is the new lightweight stick/handheld cleaners – in fact, stick vacuum cleaners are the biggest growth area for Harvey Norman. “Everyone has a stick nowadays,” says Gary. “They are great for quick clean-ups and bigger cleans. I have a stick hanging in the pantry at home so it’s always on charge.” Sticks are not always great for carpeted areas, especially those with a shag finish. They also need regular recharging, which means they’re not ideal for larger homes if you like to do all the vacuuming at once. However, they are a fantastic option for people who tend to clean in short, sharp bursts or do quick touch-ups every day or so. Guy adds that stick vacuums are ideal for apartment living, where “smaller is better” when it comes to storing your appliances.
‘Cyclone V10 Absolute+’ vacuum, $999, Dyson, dyson.com.au.
‘Powerstick Pro’ vacuum, $699, Samsung, samsung.com.au.
Bosch ‘Readyy’y’ vacuum, $365, Winning Appliances, winningappliances.com.au.
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CANISTER VACUUMS
Packed with power, the classic style is still your go-to for getting the job done on all floor types
Canister vacuum with anti-tangle turbine, $299, Samsung, samsung.com.au.
Volta ‘Sierra Pet Plus’ bagless vacuum, $199, Betta, betta.com.au.
ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO 930 IMAGE COURTESY OF ECOVACS, ECOVACS.COM
‘Blizzard CX1 Comfort PowerLine’ vacuum, $949, Miele, miele.com.au.
A leader in this category is Miele (miele.com.au) – and Robin Werth, head of category management, marketing, of Miele Australia and New Zealand, believes canister vacuum cleaners ofer the ideal solution for a more powerful, deep clean. “There is no waiting to charge a battery,” he says. “It’s simply a matter of plugging in the vacuum cleaner for a thorough clean,” he says. Robin is an advocate for bagged vacuum cleaners, and Miele has no intention of phasing them out. “Bagged vacuum cleaners remain Miele’s best sellers and the category continues to grow due to popularity,” he says. “Key reasons include hygienic dust disposal and cleanliness, along with convenience and no need for maintenance.” Gary Brown of Harvey Norman agrees, explaining that allergy suferers usually prefer bagged cleaners because they contain the dust better. Miele’s bagged vacuum cleaners such as the ‘Complete C3’ and ‘Compact C2’ ranges, use multi-layered ‘HyClean 3D Eficiency’ dustbags and high-performance filtration that ensure 99.9 per cent of fine dust and allergens are retained in the HEPA filter-equipped models.
ROBOT VACUUMS
Why apply all that elbow grease when a new machine can do it for you – and never complain! Ideal for homes with hard surfaces such as timber or tiles, robot vacuum cleaners take most of the work out of keeping your floor clean. New technology means that most of them can be controlled remotely via an app on your smartphone, so you can easily have your floors cleaned while you are away from home – with the cleaner returning to its hub when the battery needs recharging. Damian Commane, country manager of Ecovacs Robotics ANZ, explains that their bestselling unit is the ‘Ozmo 930’, which is a hybrid robot. What does that mean? Well, it not only vacuums. It mops the floor – very popular among people with timber or tiled floors. Some Ecovac products also map out your house when you first use them, which allows them to be programmed remotely from your phone. Electrolux’s new ‘PUREi9’ robotic cleaner has a 3D vision system to accurately scan the room and steer clear of obstacles. Together with its 3D mapping navigation, it cleans in a structured, eficient manner, avoiding cleaning the same area many times. The ‘PUREi9’ can also be controlled with a smartphone, allowing you to customise a cleaning schedule, check status and control the vacuum at any time.
Electrolux ‘Pure i9’ robot vacuum, $1699, Harvey Norman, harveynorman.com.au.
Ecovacs Deebot ‘Ozmo 930’ vacuum mopping robot, $1299, Harvey Norman, as before.
‘Scout RX1’ robot vacuum, $999, Miele, miele.com.au.
LG ‘Roboking Turbo’ robot vacuum, $1399, Appliances Online, appliancesonline.com.au.
‘Powerbot VR7000M’ robot vacuum, $999, Samsung, samsung.com.au.
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screen time
DIFFICULTY
easy
WORDS & PROJECTS JESSIE WRIGHT & LARA DAVIES
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PHOTOGRAPHY: IMAGES FROM PRINT PLAY © AMORFO AND COURTESY OF HARDIE GRANT BOOKS, HARDIEGRANT.COM
Develop your screen-printing skills and apply a personal touch to gifts with these projects from Print Play, a new book by Jessie Wright and Lara Davies
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TEATOWELS While drying the dishes is hardly the most exciting thing to do, the humble teatowel happens to be one of the easiest pre-made items for printing on. Teatowels are the perfect canvas for first-time printers. YOU WILL NEED Screen-printing kit (see right), iron, 2 blank cotton or linen teatowels, ink in 1 colour
HANDY HINTS + Natural fibres work best for screenprinting. Start out printing on cotton and then build up to linen once you become more confident. Cotton is easier to print onto, as linen absorbs a lot of ink. If you’re printing onto linen, do a test print on a scrap piece of linen first. + Iron your fabric before printing. + Avoid printing on, or too close to, the seam of the teatowel.
+ Think about how you position the design on your teatowel so it looks good when flat, as well as hanging on an oven door. + We recommend you print two teatowels. It’s rare that you’ll get the first print right, so it’s good to have a back-up.
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Draw your design, transfer it onto stencil paper, then cut your stencil (see right for some tips). The design for this project was inspired by our love of indoor plants.
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Place the screen, front-side down, onto other areas of the teatowel, positioning the screen in diferent directions each time, and repeat the printing process. Do the same with the second teatowel. Once you’re done, peel of the stencil and wash it, then wash the screen. Dry the prints completely using a hair dryer – keep the hair dryer moving so nothing burns. Check if print is dry by lightly pressing a fingertip onto the printed area – if it’s dry, no ink will appear on your finger (but be careful not to smudge the printed area in case it’s still wet). Heat-set your teatowels with an iron (see next page for how to heat set).
Place screen, front-side down, on top of teatowel. Use spatula to spread a generous amount of ink above your design. Start printing with one flood stroke (see Tip 1, below) and apply pressure during your three hard pulls (see Tip 2, below). Carefully lift screen from fabric. Tip 1 Flood stroke: Position the squeegee on a 45-degree angle above your design and pull the ink down the screen. Don’t apply too much pressure – only use the squeegee’s weight. Tip 2 Hard pull: After the flood stroke, using the same 45-degree angle, give the squeegee three hard pulls across the screen, keeping an even pressure from top to bottom.
Iron your teatowels and lay them out flat on the work surface. Prepare the screen and attach the stencil to the front. Get your squeegee and ink ready.
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your screen-printing kit These are the essential items you’ll need to start screen-printing. 1. PENCIL Always use a pencil on your stencil paper. Never use a pen – it will bleed onto your fabric and make you sad. 2. STENCIL PAPER Stencil paper (also called ‘easy cut’ or ‘Yupo’ paper) is a thin, strong plastic that has no grain. It’s easy to cut and lasts forever. 3. LIGHT BOX A light box is a box with a neon tube inside and a clear surface. The illuminated surface makes it easy to transfer your design onto stencil paper. These are sold at art and photography stores. You can also use a window for tracing your designs onto stencil paper. 4. SCALPEL You’ll need one of these to cut all the fine detail in your stencils. 5. CUTTING MAT Use a self-healing mat, and one that’s A2 size or bigger will make life easier. 6. SCREEN An A4 screen will get you started, but you can find them in many sizes. For fabric, make sure your mesh is 43T. For paper, you’ll want 100T. 43T means that the mesh will allow more ink through and 100T means less ink. 7. TAPES You’ll need to use tape on your screen. Packing tape is used for the ‘ink well’ (see next page), and masking tape will attach the stencil. 8. SQUEEGEE This pushes the ink through the screen. Make sure the rubber is quite flexible and choose one that suits the size of your screen. 9. INK This is the fun part! There are so many types of ink. Save any clean plastic containers and use them for mixing and storing your inks. 10. SPATULA Have a few on hand to mix inks and to apply the ink to your screen. 11. HAIR DRYER Use a hair dryer to dry your ink – this is useful when printing several layers.
TOTE BAG Tote bags are an awesome present for your sister, brother, best friend, mum, mother-in-law, your kid’s kindergarten teacher, your nan, the old lady down the road who gives you parsley… get the picture? Everyone needs a tote bag, so here is a simple technique to customise your own. YOU WILL NEED Screen-printing kit (see previous page), iron, blank tote bag in a natural fibre, scrap paper or card, ink in 1 colour
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Draw your design, transfer it onto stencil paper, then cut your stencil. We’ve used our favourite plant in our studio, Monstera deliciosa Swiss cheese plant, as inspiration. Prepare the screen and attach the stencil to the front.
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Iron tote bag and lay it out flat on the work surface. Place a piece of scrap paper inside bag, so the ink doesn’t bleed through to the other side. Get your squeegee and ink ready. Place screen, front-side down, on top of tote bag, avoiding the straps and seams. Use a spatula to spread a generous amount of ink above your design. Hold the screen with one hand so it doesn’t move while you print.
DIFFICULTY
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Start printing with one flood stroke, then apply pressure during your three hard pulls (see Tips, previous page).
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Carefully lift up the screen from the fabric. Peel of the stencil and wash it, then wash screen. Dry print completely with a hair dryer (see tip on previous page). Heat-set your tote bag with an iron (see opposite).
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how to make an ink well 1. Prepare your screen by sticking packing tape to the front (flat side) of the screen to create a border. This makes space at the top, bottom and sides of the screen and is where the ink will start and finish; this is called the ‘ink well’. 2. Attach stencil to the screen’s front with two pieces of masking tape. 3. Make sure that the stencil overlaps the frame of tape around your screen. Hold the screen up to the light to make sure there is no exposed mesh other than your design.
how to heat-set your fabric 1. Put your iron on the cotton setting. Don’t use steam, as the fabric can’t be exposed to water until it has been heat-set. 2. Get an old teatowel and lay it over your print so you’re not ironing directly onto the fabric. 3. Iron print for at least 5 minutes, and keep the iron moving – you don’t want to burn the design. 4. Once you have heat-set your print, you can then launder the fabric as usual.
This is an edited extract from Print Play by Jessie Wright & Lara Davies ($24.99, Hardie Grant Books), available in stores nationally. Photography by Amorfo.
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spring-cleaning Peter shares his tips on the best areas to tackle to refresh your home (and your mind!) WORDS PETER WALSH
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I know I should get started on spring-cleaning, but it’s all a bit overwhelming. Where should
I start? Alice, Glenorchy, TAS I love spring. The weather warms up, the trees and flowers bloom, people feel more romantic. But one of my favourite things about spring is that it’s time for spring-cleaning! It’s not that I love to clean, it’s more that I love everything that spring-cleaning can bring. There’s the promise of rebirth, of regeneration. It’s a time to take stock of the past year and look at what’s gone right and what hasn’t. Spring-cleaning is not just about dusting and cleaning the home. It’s much broader than that and gives you a chance to clean out some of those areas of your life – physical and mental – that you’ve been meaning to address. Does this sound a little vague? Well, let me clarify what I mean with my three favourite areas to tackle at this time of year.
1. Clean out your wardrobe. You should have three types of clothes in the wardrobe – those that get you compliments, those you feel good wearing, and those that fit you NOW. The rest should go. Yes, I know you paid good money for that item. Yes, I know there are items that still have the price tags on them. Stop making excuses and get rid of all the pieces of clothing that will only ever be worn by an imaginary other you. Here’s why. Those expensive clothes you don’t love to wear? They’re mistakes you’ve made that can’t be undone. We’ve all made mistakes, but stop looking at yours constantly and reliving them every time you open your closet. Thin out your wardrobe, keep only what you love and wear, and you’ll find it much easier to get dressed in the morning. 2. Sort out your pantry. There are plenty of reasons to give the pantry a clean-out. First, the back shelves are where old food past its expiry date goes to die. It’s also where those exotic, spontaneous supermarket choices hide. Clear it all out – it’s either bad-choice fantasy food or past its best. Second, it’s hard to eat a healthier diet with those chips and biscuits front and centre. Reorganise your pantry with the least healthy foods in the hardest-to-reach spaces. A functional pantry will inspire you to make more healthy meals – and if your kitchen is a place of good-for-you choices, you’ll be more likely to stay on track. 3. Banish one bad habit. Take a few moments to think and reflect on the past year. What are some things in your life you wish were diferent? Is it the amount of food or alcohol you consume? The lack of communication with a former friend? The amount of time you devote to a health regime or a hobby? What are some steps you can take towards changing the behaviour you want to improve? It’s possible. Spring, with all its promise, is the time to do this. Choose just one area or behaviour and start a plan to accomplish that goal. This form of spring-cleaning is the best gift you can give yourself.
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Spend five minutes pulling food items from the back of your pantry. Discard any past their use-by date and use the rest in at least three meals for the coming week.
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PHOTOGRAPHY: ARMELLE HABIB. STYLING: HEATHER NETTE KING. DESIGN: JOC DESIGN, JOCDESIGN.COM.AU
Peter Walsh, the ‘get your whole life organised guy’, is an Aussie currently based in Los Angeles.
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This garden near Sydney Harbour proves variety is the spice of life
PHOTOGRAPHY: JASON BUSCH
So close to the centre of Sydney but a million miles from its stresses, this beautiful landscape design by Hugh Main of Spirit Level expertly blends nearly 20 diferent trees, shrubs, groundcovers and hedges while sticking to homeowner Collette Carroll’s desire for a fuss-free, easy-care garden that her family could enjoy spending time in together. This view to the front entrance is a taste of what’s to come. Turn the page for more.
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shades of green It’s all about choosing the right plants for the right spots, as this thriving garden on Sydney Harbour demonstrates WORDS LOUISE McDAID PHOTOGRAPHY JASON BUSCH
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TRIBU ‘NATAL ALU’ LOUNGERS, COSH LIVING, COSHLIVING.COM.AU
BACK GARDEN Syzygium australe ‘Resilience’ lilli pilli acts as the pool screening in this vibrant Sydney garden. “The space between the house and pool allowed us to include a ‘Sir Walter’ bufalo lawn,” says landscape designer Hugh Main of Spirit Level Designs. Other plantings include shell ginger, a Meyer lemon tree, gardenia, Indian hawthorn, rosemary and Plectranthus coleoides ‘Nico’.
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estled between Sydney Harbour and the Pacific Highway in Sydney’s north is the suburb of
Greenwich and this tranquil family home. Its surrounding garden has a romantic allure, enfolding the house with vibrant green plantings and modern outdoor areas to play, dine and swim. “I don’t feel like there are any other houses around,” says owner Collette Carroll, who lives here with her husband, two children and their dog. “I get a sense we are in an enclosed green enclave.” For her newly built home, Collette knew she wanted a particular kind of garden - one to look at and enjoy. Seeing how awful the building site looked after the original place was demolished, she realised how much a garden makes a home “whole”. She called on Hugh Main from Spirit Level Designs to create this escape, and her practical brief was simple – something that was no-fuss and low on maintenance. “Getting the designer involved early is why this garden works so intelligently,” says Collette. “Hugh was involved from the very start, resulting in a much better plan and an integrated garden.” As for the style, Collette wanted a minimalist look, but it had to be softer than the “rows of structured hedges” she’d seen around. She is drawn to green, white and purple, and these form the tonal palette. The result is structure and romance combined. There are diferent garden areas, each with its own character and atmosphere generated by the planting style. “This is a really pretty garden,” says Hugh. “It’s not trying to impress anybody. It’s just about being beautiful and letting the plants create a mood.” And create a mood they do. The entrance garden has a dreamy appeal - a beautifully formed frangipani welcomes you at the gate, then it’s an easy stroll to the front door, with the path fringed with fragrant gardenias. Yet it’s also really functional. The Himalayan sandstone path and stairs lead visitors to the front door, which is tucked just out of sight on the side of the house. Straight-edged Syzygium australe ‘Resilience’ lilli pilli screening visually balances the sandstone walls, with both tempered by pretty, rounded plant forms. Hugh utilises garden elements to soften architectural lines, such as plants spilling over edges and a pebble sculpture with plump curves. Facing west, a small succulent garden features a mix of shapes and textures. Spiky aloes contrast with smooth-edged jade plants (Crassula ovata), their greys and greens punctuated by a dramatic black-leafed Aeonium. Large pavers set amid gravel add to the
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EXTERIOR (opposite, top) The neighbouring nature reserve frames harbour views, with curved Agave americana variegata in the foreground. BACK GARDEN (opposite, bottom) A tuckeroo tree (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) stands proud on the lawn. FRONT GARDEN A lilli pilli hedge borders the left of the entrance with a frangipani overhead. Blue chalk sticks creep through the front gate, while African daisy and another frangipani soften the sandstone wall. Delosperma cooperi ice plant spills over the balcony, with miniature jade (Crassula ovata compacta) behind.
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textural mix and, when viewed from upstairs, make this a fun and lively area. “It is quite diferent from the rest of the garden,” says Collette. “It’s brilliant. I love it.” The steppers through the succulents yield access from the front to the barbecue-ready side terrace. The backyard is the domain of pool and lawn, both simple and geometric, in keeping with the architecture. A low sandstone wall and tall lilli pilli hedge by the pool replicate these straight lines, however, the overall efect is not severe. Vibrant planted borders at the side boundaries create a lushness that relieves the minimalism - and an evergreen tuckeroo tree positioned to one side of the lawn balances the area without obscuring the pool view. Collette is so pleased Hugh suggested this addition. “It’s brought me a lot of joy,” she says. “Last year was the first time birds nested in it – we could see them from my daughter’s bedroom. It was fantastic, seeing their little beaks reaching up with their mother feeding them.” A pool close to the boundary allows room for a lawn area. The family play with the dog here and, as they didn’t have a lawn before, Collette cherishes it. “There’s something clean and fresh about a lawn,” she says. “I love looking at it from our dining room, and also the way the beautiful sandstone wall frames it so well.” The side borders display the exuberant foliage of shell ginger (Alpinia zerumbet), which masks the fence line and grows selfsuiciently. Its shell-shaped flowers add dabs of highlights, while the shiny gardenia leaves contribute definition, contrast and depth against a green backdrop. Hugh admits he’s known as the “greygreen plant guy” but, belying this, he incorporated subtle colour and flowers here as a reflection of what Collette enjoys. “She encouraged me to be bolder and braver with colour,” he says. What has emerged is a garden bearing the owner’s character, while still catering for practicalities and featuring design details that make it easy-care, easy to use and very easy on the eye. It’s a welcome part of the “green” in Greenwich. See more of Hugh’s work at spiritlevel.com.au. To view more projects by the house’s architects, Corben Architects, visit corben.com.au.
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plant palette Sculptural shapes meet a mix of grey and green foliage for a textural look.
Never never plant (Ctenanthe ‘Grey Star’)
Frangipani (Plumeria sp.) Silver plectranthus (Plectranthus argentatus)
Aloe (Aloe sp.)
FRONT GARDEN (opposite) A flourishing frangipani adds sculptural interest within the sandstone-clad garden bed. SIDE GARDEN The boundary fence separates a murraya hedge in the adjacent laneway from silvery Crassula ovata ‘Blue Bird’, and Dymondia margaretae groundcover.
“The materials reference the architecture, ensuring a strong relationship between house and garden” HUGH MAIN, LANDSCAPE DESIGNER
A fully tiled swimming pool is the classic look, but it’s also usually the most expensive one.
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Are you planning a pool this summer? Here’s what you need to know before making a splash WORDS JOHANNA LEGGATT
PHOTOGRAPHY: (OPPOSITE) DEREK SWALWELL, (THIS PAGE, FROM TOP) NATALIE HUNFALVAY, KEVIN LING, DEREK SWALWELL. STYLING: (OPPOSITE) RACHEL VIGOR, (BOTTOM RIGHT) JANE FROSH. DESIGN: (OPPOSITE) DAVINA SHINEWELL, DAVINASHINEWELL.COM. BUILD: (OPPOSITE) TEAM BUILD, TEAMBUILD.NET.AU. (BOTTOM RIGHT) HUDSON DEVELOPMENTS, HUDSONDEVELOPMENTS.COM.AU. GLOSTER ‘GRID’ OUTDOOR SOFA (OPPOSITE), COSH LIVING, COSHLIVING.COM.AU. PAOLA LENTI ‘FLOAT’ OUTDOOR CHAIR, DEDECE, DEDECE.COM
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he humble backyard swimming pool has long been considered a dream addition to the suburban block. Our obsession with pools hasn’t abated over the years – in fact, according to Joe Romeo, managing director of Melbourne Pools (melbpools.com.au), pools are more popular than ever. “People entertain so much now with alfresco-style living, and everyone wants to have their friends over for a barbecue and to enjoy a swim in the pool,” says Joe. “In the past, I would tell people they wouldn’t lose money by putting in a pool if it was chosen correctly, but now they can actually add value to your home.” Of course, installing a pool is a lot more detailed than selecting a favourite from your Pinterest page, so here are some guidelines to get your pool build in the right lane.
choose your style Swimming pools can be grouped broadly into two categories – concrete and fibreglass. Brisbane-based builder Ryan McDonald (ryanmcdonaldbuilding.com.au) reckons that 95 per cent of his clients decide to install a concrete pool. While some request a fully tiled interior, this is a substantially more expensive option. “Most people choose a pebblecrete bottom that you spray on, which is about $20,000 cheaper than full tiling,” says Ryan. Tiles just at the waterline are another common choice. A small proportion of people decide on a fibreglass pool, especially if soil is an issue. “Fibreglass pools are more suited to a heavy
black soil or a moving clay soil, as the fibreglass will move with the ground while a concrete pool may crack,” says Ryan. It’s important to also choose a style. Do you want a 25-metre lap pool with seating at one end so the kids can play? Or perhaps, if space is tight, an on-trend plunge pool?
Star jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) can withstand splashes from chlorinated water.
money matters Nothing dashes dreams of elaborate lagoon-shaped pools and intricate tiling quite like a budget. The good news is there is a wide variety of pool styles in all price brackets. A fibreglass pool, including the installation, coping tiles around the rim, concrete surround and fencing, will set you back around $40,000, according to Ryan. A concrete pool with a pebblecrete interior and a high-quality glass fence — the most popular variety — will cost from roughly $65,000 for a standard 7m x 4m pool. Some more elaborate pools can cost up to $200,000 to install. But before you splurge on such a top-shelf version, think about re-sale value. “If you install a very expensive pool in a house that isn’t suited to the luxury buyer, you run the risk of overcapitalising,” says Joe.
Blue chalk sticks (Senecio serpens) is an easy-care succulent that can be used as a groundcover.
site considerations Some suburban blocks are more suited to excavation than others. “If you can get a big machine into the block, it can be easier, but with some blocks you can only get a little machine into the site due to tricky access,” says Ryan.
Spotted gum decking gives pool surrounds a resort feel and will weather naturally.
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A sloping block can also add to site costs, due to the extra engineering and retaining walls. Ryan McDonald estimates a 20-25 per cent premium on the excavation costs of sloping blocks. “The excavation cost is sometimes listed as provisional within the costings because you don’t know if you are going to hit hard rock,” he says. A site easement – the term for a section of land registered on your property title that gives someone else the right to use the land – can also cause headaches. “If you’re buying a block of land,” says Joe Romeo, “check if there are any easements on it first, as this can reduce the section of the block where a pool can be built.”
landscaping looks It’s a smart idea to leave plenty of room around your swimming pool, as it means you can landscape it properly and set aside ample space for daybeds and deckchairs. Landscape designer Sam Timms from Harrison’s Landscaping in Sydney (harrisonslandscaping.com.au) has noticed that pool sizes are getting smaller and the outdoor entertaining areas that surround them are expanding. “People are bringing the entertaining area closer to the pool by having larger lounging concourses and cabanas that incorporate outdoor kitchens,” says Sam.
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He recommends creating shade through large plants such as Dypsis lutescens golden cane palm, as well as with a mix of umbrellas, pergolas and retractable shade canopies. “Do your research and avoid plants that are susceptible to chlorine burn, are deciduous or have invasive roots,” says Sam. On his projects, he commonly uses Senecio serpens blue chalk sticks as groundcover, Trachelospermum jasminoides star jasmine as a climber, Agave attenuata foxtail agave as a succulent and Westringia fruticosa coastal rosemary as a hardy shrub.
safety first Last, but definitely not least, we come to the issue of child safety. Each state and territory has strict pool fencing laws and it’s imperative to ensure that your pool builder is compliant. “In Queensland, for example, it has to be a 1.2m-high pool fence with no footholds to climb over,” says Ryan. Remember, too, that a pool won’t happen overnight. Permits can take six weeks to be rubber-stamped by council and the actual installation can take between three weeks and three months. “And a concrete pool needs to cure for 28 days after installation before anyone can use it,” adds Joe. Finally, check the person you’re working with is properly licenced. Ask for a couple of references, too, just to be safe.
PHOTOGRAPHY: (OPPOSITE) ANASTASIA KARIOFYLLIDIS, (THIS PAGE) PRUE RUSCOE. STYLING: (OPPOSITE) SIMONE BARTER, (THIS PAGE) CLAIRE DELMAR. DESIGN: (OPPOSITE) TEELAND ARCHITECTS, TEELAND.COM. AU, (THIS PAGE) JPRA, JPRA.COM.AU. OUTDOOR SETTING (OPPOSITE), SPACE TO CREATE, SPACETOCREATE.CO. ‘BURLEIGH’ DAYBEDS & ‘AYR’ UMBRELLA (THIS PAGE), ECO OUTDOOR, ECOOUTDOOR.COM.AU
LEFT When space is tight, consider a more compact plunge pool. BELOW A large deck doubles as entertaining space. Glass fencing ensures clear sightlines from the house.
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“People are bringing the entertaining area closer to the pool by having larger lounging concourses and cabanas that incorporate outdoor kitchens” SAM TIMMS, LANDSCAPE DESIGNER
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KERB APPEAL You may not be able to judge a book by its cover – but as far as homes go, first impressions do count. These 30 ideas can dress up your pride and joy, whether you’re planning to sell or not 138 / Inside Out
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PRODUCT SOURCING: NATALIE JOHNSON. PHOTOGRAPHY: (OPPOSITE) DEREK SWALWELL, (TOP RIGHT) CARLA ATLEY. DESIGN: (OPPOSITE) HEARTLY, HEARTLY. COM.AU, (TOP RIGHT) FELICIA BRADY, FEON DESIGN & CONSULT, FEON.COM.AU. BUILD: (OPPOSITE) BEN THOMAS, BENTHOMASBUILDER.COM.AU. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE: (TOP RIGHT) KELSIE DAVIES, LD TOTAL, LDTOTAL.COM.AU. GARDEN MAINTENANCE: (TOP RIGHT) JOEL BERGEN, JB LANDSCAPING, JBLA.COM.AU
Stand out from the crowd with a shapely semicircular handle. These ‘Curved Half Moon’ pull handles, POA, are up to 20cm in diameter and come in a variety of timbers to suit your style. Visit auburnwoodturning.com.au.
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triple threat When it comes to display, odd numbers always beat even. Three coordinated pots make for a layered combo in this space by Felicia Brady. Give your green thumb a workout with a mix of textural succulents.
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LIGHT IT UP Whether vintage, sophisticated or even brutalist, the light at your entry sets the tone for what lies beyond the front door.
put your fot down Go beyond boring beige rectangles with wow-factor in the form of Doormat Designs’ ‘Bright Leaves’ tropical doormat, $82.50, French Knot, frenchknot.com.au.
‘Chelsea’ outdoor wall light in Bronze, $1068, Dunlin, dunlin.com.au.
Seed Design ‘Castle’ concrete wall light, $209, Mondoluce, mondoluce.com.
‘Lumi’ wall sconce, from $2000, Articolo, articololighting.com.
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‘Joe Byrne’ letterbox, $640, Robert Plumb, as before.
OUT OF THE BOX ‘Project’ letterbox & newspaper holder, $685, Robert Plumb, robertplumb.com.au.
Pick a letterbox that delivers – Robert Plumb’s range of minimalist post boxes set a sleek, modern tone from the get-go.
10 history leson Keep your charming period home clear of kitsch territory by adding a modern spin. An oversized street number in on-trend charcoal balances the ornate timber accents and stained glass windows.
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number’s up Visitors and your postman alike won’t miss you with a glazed Robert Plumb number, $70, robertplumb.com.au.
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Kerb appeal doesn’t have to cost the earth. This boho ‘Mandala’ doormat, $40, is made of durable olefin in a playful curved pattern. Visit freedom.com.au.
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bold as bras The ‘Luna’ solid brass pulls, $34 each, will add a hint of shine to your front door. Grab them at loandcointeriors.com.au.
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ad a seat you’l love This timeless loveseat is made to last using sustainable timber and environmentally friendly lacquer. Find the Ercol ‘Loveseat’, $2110, at temperaturedesign.com.au.
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hanging around Dress up this sweet chair with your favourite throws and cushions for a personal look. The ‘Lucy’ hanging chair, $499, is at byronbay hangingchairs.com.au.
PHOTOGRAPHY: (TOP LEFT) CARLA ATLEY. DESIGN: FELICIA BRADY, FEON DESIGN & CONSULT, FEON.COM.AU. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE: KELSIE DAVIES, LD TOTAL, LDTOTAL.COM.AU. GARDEN MAINTENANCE: JOEL BERGEN, JB LANDSCAPING, JBLA.COM.AU
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‘Mrs Kelly’ letterbox, $500, Robert Plumb, as before.
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the italian job Pittella’s ‘Como’ door pull, from $154.50, ofers subtle curves in a range of seven stylish finishes; go to pittella.com.au.
CANDY CRUSH
Introduce a hint of colour with the ‘Maggie’ hanging planter, $40, thebalconygarden.com.au.
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‘Solagard’ low sheen exterior paint in Tombola, $79.90/4L, Wattyl, wattyl.com.au.
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Pastel shades add a pop of playful colour, while deep blue ofers depth, perfect for both all-over paint or accents.
‘Solagard’ low sheen exterior paint in Cloud, $79.90/4L, Wattyl, as before.
‘Solagard’ low sheen exterior paint in Midnight Blue, $79.90/4L, Wattyl, as before.
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knock, knock! Create a beachy vibe with this creation by designer Sibella Court. Her scallop-shaped ‘Pilgrim’ brass-plated door knocker, $75, beats a buzzer any day. Drop by thesocietyinc.com.au.
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heavy metal Set of greenery with an industrial edge, courtesy of hardwearing and practical metal numbers.
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‘Society Number 2’ steel number, $8, The Society Inc, thesocietyinc.com.au.
natural atraction
Raw timber topped with a copper letterbox makes a simple statement. Robert Plumb’s ‘Kate Kelly’ letterbox, $880, will take on a beautiful patina over time – go to robertplumb.com.au.
‘3’ copper number, from $45, Robert Plumb, robertplumb.com.au.
‘8’ chrome house number, $4.98, Schots Home Emporium, schots.com.au.
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make an entrance A spectacular front door never fails. Corinthian Doors’ ‘Blonde Oak’ collection pairs light timber with translucent glass panels, from $466. Available from September, visit corinthian.com.au.
20 first clas Articolo’s ‘Float’ wall sconce, from $2450, will add luxury outdoors (under cover) and in. Go to articolo lighting.com.
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These clever interlocking ‘Stacked’ wall panels make for a dramatic backdrop, and are a lighter and cost-efective alternative to stone cladding. From $121/600mm x 1200mm, learn more at texturepanels.com.au.
The unexpected pop of colour from the ‘TomTom’ letterboxes, $149 each, plus posts, $125 each, will lift your mood every day. Visit designbythem.com.
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hot pot Hand-thrown in Morocco on a traditional pedal wheel, the GL Terracotta ‘Bulb’ planter is $850/80cm x 65cm. Go to gardenlife.com.au.
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PHOTOGRAPHY: (TOP RIGHT) DUNCAN JACOB. ARCHITECTURE: (TOP RIGHT) TEMPLETON ARCHITECTURE, TEMPLETON.COM.AU. IMAGE (OPPOSITE) COURTESY OF CORINTHIAN DOORS, CORINTHIAN.COM.AU. IMAGE (TOP LEFT) COURTESY OF A BEAUTIFUL MESS, ABEAUTIFULMESS.COM. IMAGE (TOP RIGHT) COURTESY OF TEMPLETON ARCHITECTURE, TEMPLETON.COM.AU
We’re in love with this clever DIY planter/house number by the talented Elsie and Emma at lifestyle blog A Beautiful Mess. Learn how to make it at abeautifulmess. com/2016/09/modern-housenumber-planter.html.
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straight up For a contemporary touch, choose a matt black accent in the form of the ‘Slimline’ metal handle, from $40. Visit mademeasure.com.
on the level rock ’n’ rol
Create a cohesive look by continuing materials from front to back. This Templeton Architecture home showcases narrow timber fencing to great efect.
For a relaxing perch on the porch, Tait’s ‘Volley’ rocker by Adam Goodrum, $1540, fits the bill. Go to madebytait.com.au.
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on the fringe Dark woven hemp contrasts with a neutral fringed edge for a warm welcome. Armadillo&Co ‘Sahara’ hemp entrance mat, $165, at lifeinteriors.com.au.
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Even hardworking elements need a designer update. The ‘Garden Glory’ 20m garden hose is $170. Head to top3.com.au.
SOUR YELLOW CURRY DUCK WITH PINEAPPLE & LIME LEAVES
SPICE THINGS
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MISO CHILLI PORK CHOPS WITH KUMQUAT MIZUNA SALAD
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GRILLED COCONUT GINGER PRAWNS WITH PAPAYA SALSA
grilled coconut ginger prawns with papaya salsa SERVES 4 PREPARATION TIME 15 minutes, plus
4 hours marinating time COOKING TIME 5 minutes 200ml coconut milk Zest and juice of 1 lime 18 kaffir lime leaves, 2 finely chopped 1cm ginger, grated 1 thumb-sized red chilli, sliced 1 tbsp fish sauce 16 very large raw peeled prawns with tails Lime cheeks, to serve
PAPAYA SALSA 1 large or 2 small papaya, diced ½ thumb-sized chilli, chopped
1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan forced). 2. Heat a medium saucepan over low heat. Place the duck breasts, fat-side down, into the pan. Turn the heat down to the lowest setting and let the fat render until it is very thin, about 10 minutes. Remove the duck breasts and place them in a roasting tin. 3. Drain of the majority of the oil from the pan and add the curry paste. Sauté over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the sugar and cook until melted, about 1 minute. Add the fish sauce, tamarind and coconut milk. Add the lime juice and give the lemongrass stems a bash with the back of a knife and add to the curry. Simmer for 15 minutes to bring the flavours together. 4. About 20 minutes before serving, roast the duck breasts, uncovered, for 8 minutes. Remove and cover with foil to rest. Add the lime leaves (if using) and pineapple to the curry and simmer for a few minutes. 5. Place rice and the green beans in four bowls. Slice the duck and place on top of the rice. Pour the curry sauce over each serving, top with fresh herbs and serve with the lime wedges.
1 tbsp chopped mint leaves
1. If using wooden skewers, soak them for 30 minutes before cooking. 2. In a small bowl, mix together the coconut milk, lime zest and juice, the finely chopped lime leaves, ginger, chilli and fish sauce. Set aside. 3. Use a sharp knife to slice down the back of each prawn and rinse out the vein. 4. Thread each prawn, with a whole lime leaf on the back, onto a wooden or metal skewer. Place in a shallow baking dish and pour half the marinade over. Refrigerate for up to 4 hours before grilling. 5. To make the papaya salsa, mix the papaya, chilli and mint together in a small bowl and set aside. 6. Preheat an outdoor grill or chargrill pan. Grill the prawns, lime leaf down, over direct heat for about 3–5 minutes or until they turn pink and are charred at the edges. 7. Serve the prawns with the remaining marinade, papaya salsa and lime wedges. You could serve this with steamed rice to bulk it up.
miso chilli pork chops with kumquat mizuna salad SERVES 4 PREPARATION TIME 10 minutes, plus 30 minutes marinating time COOKING TIME 10 minutes 2 tbsp miso 2 tsp Japanese or other light soy sauce 2 tbsp rice vinegar 1 tbsp honey 2 tbsp hot chilli sauce 4 large pork chops with bone attached Vegetable oil, for brushing
KUMQUAT MIZUNA SALAD 100g mizuna or wild rocket (arugula) 1 shallot, very thinly sliced
sour yellow curry duck with pineapple & lime leaves
4 kumquats 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted 1 tbsp yuzu juice
SERVES 4 PREPARATION TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 45 minutes 4 duck breasts 75g yellow curry paste 1 tbsp palm or soft brown sugar 2 tbsp fish sauce 50ml tamarind purée 400ml coconut milk Juice of 2 limes 2 lemongrass stems 6 lime leaves (optional) 75g pineapple, cut into 3cm pieces Steamed rice, green beans, a handful each of Thai basil and coriander, and lime wedges, to serve
1 tsp sesame oil
1. To make the marinade, in a small bowl, mix together the miso, soy, rice vinegar, honey and chilli sauce. Spread both sides of the pork with some of the marinade and reserve the rest for a dipping sauce. You can marinate the chops for 30 minutes or overnight, covered and refrigerated. 2. To make the kumquat mizuna salad, in a salad bowl, mix together the mizuna and shallot. Slice the kumquats in half, remove the flesh and seeds and finely slice. Add to the salad. Sprinkle over the sesame seeds. Mix the yuzu and sesame oil together in a bowl and set aside, to dress the salad right before eating. 3. Preheat an outdoor grill or chargrill pan. Drain the pork and brush with oil. Grill the pork for 3–4 minutes each side, depending on the thickness. Remove from heat and rest under foil for 5 minutes. 4. Dress the salad. Serve the pork with the salad and reserved sauce.
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tropical fruit salad with ginger & vanilla syrup SERVES 4–6 PREPARATION TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 5 minutes 150g caster sugar
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1. Place the sugar, vanilla bean, ginger and 150ml water in a saucepan and bring to the boil. Cook for about 4 minutes or until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is syrupy. Remove and allow to cool. Scrape the vanilla bean seeds into the syrup and discard the ginger. 2. Cut the mango, papaya and pineapple into 4cm batons or chunks. Arrange all the fruit on a small platter, pour over the syrup and garnish with the toasted coconut. Note: To toast the coconut, bake in an oven preheated to 170°C (150°C fan forced) for 8 minutes until golden at the edges.
TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD WITH GINGER & VANILLA SYRUP
This is an edited extract from My Asian Kitchen by Jennifer Joyce, with photography by Phil Webb and illustrations by Riley Joyce ($39.99, Murdoch Books), available in stores nationally.
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on your journey to recovery, which is admitting you have a problem. An activity you were once in control of, and an activity that had a legitimate object, has taken control of you and you’re now trapped in a cycle of despair and self-loathing. Even knowing the harm you’re exposing yourself to – that is to say, stumbling across a new listing that’s 200 square feet bigger and $200,000 cheaper than the one you just purchased – isn’t enough to keep you of it. No doubt, you’ve tried to go cold turkey by deleting the app, only to lock yourself into the ambulant toilet at work and install it again, for a furtive scroll that leaves you feeling empty inside and well on your way to a full bender - drawing the blinds closed and watching a property-based reality show while researching house prices online and texting the estate agents still in your contacts to see if they have anything interesting coming on. Since there aren’t, to my knowledge, support groups or custom ten-step programs for those in the clutches of listing addiction – and believe me, there’s a market – you can only take it a step at a time. Try going an hour without tapping in your obsolete search criteria and waiting for the same six results to load, then step it up to two hours, then half a day. Be sure to enlist a supportive friend to get you through your first Thursday, since Thursday is the day estate agents press send on a thousand perfect-seeming properties ahead of weekend opens, putting you in danger of relapse. In large part, habitual tap-tap-tapping at real estate apps is just muscle memory, so I would also encourage you to find something else to do with your hands. Candy Crush possibly, needlepoint, or good old-fashioned smoking.
dog owners how much puppies are like actual human babies; waking in the night, whining for attention, costing you untold thousands in organic turkey treats. But where the comparison ends, what I’ve learnt from experience is that a human baby can’t gnaw a sofa back to its frame, strip nine inches of table legs of varnish and reduce a vintage kilim to a pile of knotted string in the time it takes you to go out for the post. Or at least, a human baby can be diverted from trying with an iPad and a sleeve of Arrowroots. So, after canvassing my dog park friends, I can recommend spritzing the soft furnishings with tropical-strength mosquito repellant or diluted apple cider vinegar, and rubbing down wooden surfaces with chilli oil to make them less enticing to mischievous canines, or you might prefer to try one of the plethora of specially formulated deterrent sprays available online, in un-tempting flavour varietals such as pepper and bitter apple. Fiendishly expensive, you’ll be unsurprised to learn, but so is reupholstering the entirety of the downstairs every six weeks.
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