Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2016 i Australian Home Beautiful

ON MY WISHLIST THIS MONTH ♥ THIS ISSUE IS OUR annual renovation special, and each year, it gets bigger and bigger. I love this special, because it gives an insight into the minute details of very clever renovations, while creating a window into the lives of the families behind them; what prompted the overhaul, what was very important to them, and what they were dreaming of. Years ago, we lived on a very busy road (our joke while house hunting was, “If it’s not on a runway, freeway or railway, we can’t afford it!”) It wasn’t our forever home, but it was definitely the beginnings of our dream life, and we loved it. One day, a car came crashing through our front gate, over our garden, and smashed through our…

trending: IN THE FOLD Pieces formed from deep creases and pleats are bringing some serious edge to interiors. 1. Snowpuppe ‘Moth’ lampshade in Grey, $110/small, paperempire.com.au. 2. Menu ‘Folded’ vase in Taupe, $179/small (available July), obtaindesign.com.au. 3. ‘Big Marble’ paper sculpture, $69, castleandthings.com.au. global ties Designer Karin An Rijlaarsdam found inspiration for her ‘Lucky’ rug for Dutch company Danskina by examining the netted and beaded cover on the afoxé, an Afro-Brazilian percussion instrument. Hand-knotted in northern India from twists of New Zealand wool, the exquisite piece features a pattern of tiny, rosebudlike knots and fringes of loose yarns and loops. $7776/180cm x 240cm; kvadratmaharam.com. NEW ONLINE STORE BASTILLE AND SONS IS BRINGING A collection of chic, LIMITED EDITION FRENCH FURNITURE AND HOMEWARES TO AUSTRALIA. BASTILLEANDSONS.COM.AU sign, sealed, delivered PICKING A…

BECKER MINTY “Whenever I’m putting together a list of stores for international guests, Becker Minty is always at the top of the list – it has such a great selection of homewares, and they also have regular art exhibitions. They have beautiful Cire Trudon candles and stock Kelly Wearstler accessories, which add character to a home.” Visit: 81 Macleay Street, Potts Point, NSW, (02) 8356 9999. Open: Mon-Sat, 10.30am-6pm; Sun, 10.30am-5pm. Bookmark: beckerminty.com. orient house “Shipments from Africa, India and Thailand arrive at Orient House on a regular basis so I keep an eye on the stock, as there is always an enchanting item I cannot resist purchasing. Orient House also distributes Schumacher fabrics, which I use regularly in clients’ homes.” Visit: 45 Bridge Road, Glebe, NSW, (02) 9660 3895.…

“This lovely collection of pieces would add up to one amazing bedroom and ensuite makeover!” – Rachel Peters, HB senior stylist…

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The feeling of coming home to a sanctuary of pulled-together style is lost on Terri and Luke’s daughters, Charlie, nine, and Chloe, seven, who don’t quite understand the significance of it just yet. Their charming Edwardian cottage in Melbourne’s inner west suburbs is just ‘home’. But for their mum, the eyes of the project, and dad, the skilled hands, home is a testing lab for their continuous stream of ideas. “I see new things I love every day,” explains Terri, an interior designer. “I’m always trying new looks at home. It means I can actually give good advice.” As the creative spirit behind Bloom Interior Design & Decoration and the captivating Bloom & Co store in Williamstown, design gets under Terri’s skin like an itch. Her workdays are spent surrounded…

“WE LOVE entertaining family, FRIENDS AND CLIENT S HERE” ~ FAYE After a seemingly endless search, New Zealanders Faye and Cameron bought an early 20th-century, south Wellington home from Cameron’s mum, Lana, which had been in his family for decades. However, the traditional weatherboard two-storey villa, one of five identical abodes standing side by side, wasn’t in the best condition. Issues such as the dilapidated kitchen and birds nesting in the bathroom threatened to overwhelm the couple. “We were standing on the footpath in a bit of a daze until our neighbour invited us in to see how they had renovated,” recalls Cameron. “Over the next couple of weeks we went inside two more of the homes in our row. Seeing the different ways these identical houses had been transformed…

THERE’S A WARM SATISFACTION that comes with hanging art well. A thoughtful arrangement adds lovely vertical layers to a room, introducing personality, colour and visual interest. As the teams on Channel Seven’s House Rules discovered, following a few basic guidelines can deliver polished results. So before picking up a drill, screwdriver or hammer, take a moment to read our tips and tricks of the trade guaranteed to present your beloved prints, paintings, photographs and personal mementos with professional flair. VISUAL TRICKERY Singular smaller artworks can look isolated if they are centred on a wall. Work with scale by placing pieces to one side – this links it to what’s featured below and it becomes part of a larger vignette. gallery gazing Family or art photographs are ideal candidates for a…

SHOPPING CLEANING IS A BREEZE with the right vacuum cleaner – but the wrong one could mean wasted hours of excess frustration and perspiration. Firstly, how large (and messy) is your home? Select a vacuum big enough to meet your needs. If it’s too small, you’ll be forever emptying the canister or changing bags. One solution could be to invest in a robot vacuum to keep the dust under control. “Robots should be treated as an ‘as well as’ product,” says Simon Greig of Godfreys. “Even with a robot you are still required to occasionally vacuum.” Allergies can be a major consideration and warrant the purchase of a specialised model. Look for a vacuum with a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter, which traps pollen and other particles. There are specialised…

SOUTH AUSTRALIA house rules BROOKE, 43, & MICHELLE, 42, WANTED A ‘FOREVER’ HOME 1. Play up the elegant charm of our period home 2. Add a funky modern living area 3. Give Michelle a tough luxe workspace with guest bed 4. Surprise with a playful piece in every zone 5. Make our bathroom a turquoise delight On a street opposite the train tracks in one of Adelaide’s oldest suburbs, Brooke and Michelle’s bungalow possesses a sense of belonging. It has seen a lot in nearly 100 years and, for this family, witnessed a young couple marry and have daughters, Addison, eight, and Tildy, five. Brooke, a landscaper, explains that renovating such an old house was the dream – sagging ceiling, sloped floors and all. “We really wanted a run-down character…

seasonal serve Country Road’s new winter Home collection incorporates warm and earthy finishes, with pieces such as terracotta stoneware (from $14.95), oak serving boards (from $59.95) and charcoal linen napery ($34.95/pack of 4) to complement hearty winter dishes and cosy living. Visit countryroad.com.au. COOK UP THE PERFECT home chef's KITCHEN – IN THREE DIMENSIONS – WITH KABOODLE’S ONLINE KTICHEN planner; VISIT KABOODLE.COM.AU cake for a cause Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea takes place on May 26 to raise money for Cancer Council Australia. Register your workplace or host a tea at home. If you’re stuck for ideas, check out the recipes at biggestmorningtea.com.au – these date, orange and chocolate scones by celebrity chef Darren Purchese get our vote! ON THE GO Clever containers for a gourmet packed lunch: 1. DÉCOR’S NEW…

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winning letter My partner recently pointed out that I have a ‘Home Beautiful ritual’. When my subscription arrives I tear open the plastic, quickly flick through the entire magazine, then go back to the beginning and read each article slowly. I’ve been doing this unconsciously for years! I find so much inspiration and peace in your pages. I have an archive collection of Home Beautiful pages that I am currently revisiting in preparation for building and styling my country retreat. Josie Thomas, Newtown, NSW, via email “I’M INSPIRED AND heartened TO SEE THAT YOU DON’T ALWAYS NEED TO HAVE A LOT OF MONEY, OR A HUGE BUDGET, TO MAKE YOUR HOME beautiful” ~ Jodie Llewellyn, Gold Coast, Qld, via email road trip reads Five years ago my son and granddaughter…

nordic nest SURROUND YOURSELF WITH layers OF BEAUTIFUL TEXTURES AND calming HUES COOL BLUES ARE WARMED BY natural MATERIALS AND soulful PINKS bohemian bliss LET THE PULL OF wanderlust INSPIRE A RESTFUL RETREAT DISPLAY seasonal LINENS ON OPEN SHELVES WITH heirlooms AND EXOTIC TREASURES old romantic FALL IN LOVE WITH TIMEWORN FINISHES, sumptuous TEXTILES AND PLUSH PINKS DON’T HOLD BACK ON YOUR favourite COLOURS – MIX RICH AND SOFT SHADES OF BL USH TO CREATE A GORGEOUS boudoir YOU’LL NEVER WANT TO LEAVE RUSTIC PIECES ADD grandeur AND CHARM TO vibrant ACCESSORIES…

“The grandeur of velvet is given a modern twist with on-trend seasonal shades and organic forms” – Tilly Roberts, HB stylist…

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With its soothing shades of white, grey, limed timber and layers of subtle texture, the family home of Anett, co-founder of Swedish homewares company Granit, embraces a Scandinavian aesthetic – yet this renovated ’60s home is anything but typically Swedish, showcasing Southern Hemisphere inspiration through exotic mementos of the family’s time in South Africa. Anett, her husband, Jakob, and their three sons embarked on their African adventure in 2009, after 10 years of balancing family life with the demands of a growing business. The chance to let work take a backseat for a while and start over in Cape Town seemed an idyllic opportunity, and Anett fell head over heels in love with her new home. “I expected it to be nice in Cape Town, but I was overwhelmed by…

“If you can’t get to the coast, bring that invigorating, casual coastal atmosphere to you” ~ Rachel Peters, HB senior stylist…

soak away When you think of a spa-style bathroom, you most likely imagine yourself soaking in a bath, neck-deep in bubbles, so choosing the right tub is the first step. Of course, not every bathroom can fit a separate bath and shower. “You can still create impact with a built-in bath,” says Daniela Santilli of Reece. “There are many luxuriously sized options available, like the Kaldewei ‘Puro’ baths (from $1367, Reece), which are ideal for creating a calming and rejuvenating sanctuary.” The perfect bath must feel right – don’t be afraid to hop into a few in the showroom. “I love softer-curved baths for comfort, while baths with a higher back, like the Kado ‘Arc’ [$1780, Reece], offer fantastic head support,” says Carmel Dee of GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens. To…

“Superbly functional, these gorgeous pieces are also works of bathroom art” ~ Wendy Moore, HB editor…

SIMPLY ELEGANT The changing style of our homes is influencing the overall look of the garden, with a return to a more refined style, says Sophie Greive of Think Outside Gardens. “Sophisticated interiors and modern architecture are demanding less ‘themed’ gardens and colour variety in favour of restrained palettes, which showcase contrasting shades of green, and the use of plants as sculptural elements,” she says. Think feature topiarised plants in pots, such as cloud-pruned juniper, box balls and the ubiquitous ‘Teddy Bear’ magnolia, as well as simple groundcovers, such as ivy and star jasmine, en masse. Modern garden design is also all about maximising the space you have, no matter how tiny. Charlie Albone of Inspired Exteriors suggests growing up and going big. “Use the walls to get as many…

Who lives here? Prue, an accountant; her husband, Rob, a CEO; and children Holly, 15 (far right), Alice, 13 (right), and Eddie, 11. Location: Sydney. Original property: An early 20th-century bungalow that had undergone a number of renovations. Time frame: Seven months. Why this house? “We bought the place in 2010,” says Prue. “We loved the location, aspect and size of the block, and it was a good solid house.” Why the reno? “With ‘interesting’ decorative features such as archways, columns and dated finishes, it needed a renovation!” says Prue. Interior designer Kate Bell was brought on board to run the extensive project. Main works: An upstairs level was added, giving the family an extra bedroom, bathroom and living area. “One of the big considerations was ensuring there was plenty of space so we could all come together…

THE STUDIO AND showroom of DesignByThem is in the Sydney suburb of Chippendale, an urban precinct buzzing with life and activity and flanked by two of the city’s largest universities. It was at one of these institutions, the University of Technology Sydney, that Sarah Gibson and Nick Karlovasitis – the pair behind the brand – first encountered each other. “We were studying industrial design and met in a furniture class, funnily enough,” says Nick. “We just hit it off and knew that we wanted to work together in some way.” Upon graduating in January 2006, Sarah and Nick took full-time jobs in the industry but also spoke about forming their own company: a design brand that would create furniture, lighting and accessories with a distinctly Australian aesthetic. “We just thought,…

ALONGSIDE light-as-air handcrafted balsa wood pendants were equally shapely stools from Frag Woodall of Mr Frag. The super-comfortable ‘Dowel’ stools (right) pair solid brass with turned timber legs and were also revealed as new incarnations in American white ash, black ebonised ash, or American walnut; mrfrag.com. AUSTRALIAN DESIGN stood tall AT THE MILAN SHOWCASE, WITH OUR local talent BOTH CREATIVE AND FORWARD-THINKING BLACK-PAINTED WALLS and dark brick plinths – the event was sponsored by Brickworks – were the perfect backdrop to show off Alex Fitzpatrick’s beautiful ‘Light Garden’ (above) climbing sinuously up the walls in a range of new materials including Slate, Brushed Brass and Gold. It’s the A Design Studio founder’s aim to allow the materials, rather then the illumination, to shine. HOME-GROWN DESIGNS Twelve of Australia’s brightest design…

JUST AN HOUR’S drive south of Melbourne, the hinterland region of the Mornington Peninsula is renowned as a gourmand’s go-to destination, with a feast of farm-fresh produce and award-winning wines to be sampled and savoured. But in Red Hill, a tiny township tucked among the vineyards and olive groves, the substantial side serving of shopping is a delightful surprise, with a selection of beautifully curated stores to explore while working up an appetite. STOP 1 | Red Hill House Owner Josie Achermann squeezes gorgeous homewares and fashion finds into her cosy store, with an emphasis on the locally sourced and handmade. You’ll find shelves of glassware, bedlinen, bathroom accessories, children’s gifts and every gourmet accoutrement, including a stash of cutting boards. “I source the timber and have it delivered to…

“Minimalism has moved from hard lines and a monochrome palette towards softer hues and shapes” – Rachel Peters, HB senior stylist…

Wall paint, British Paints Clean & Protect low-sheen mid-base in Top Shot, $60.90/4L, Bunnings. Classic ‘Old Oak’ 190mm x 1200mm laminate planks in Light Grey, from $30/sqm, Quick-Step. High-slat wood crates, $165/set of 3, Citta Design. Candles, stylist’s own. Stockists, page 220…

headhunters For lovely living rooms, pair a pendant with high ceilings that allow visitors to gaze upon its beauty – after all, it is the star of the show – without risking a bump to the head. Here, double height ceilings showcase an incredible black ‘Maxim’ pendant light from Schots Home Emporium. tie it together Open-plan areas need cohesion; ensure pendants share a visual link, or your space risks resembling a lighting showroom. The connection could be via colour, material or style, or keep it simple with the same design, such as these ‘Norfolk’ glass pendants from Magins Lighting connecting dining to living. soft & subtle In the bedroom, look to simple fabric shades or round, shapely pendants to enhance the ambience. Mood lighting is important, install dimmers and a…

A GOOD RUG is like a work of art underfoot – making an invigorating statement or just quietly pulling a look together, all while providing luscious softness for chilly winter toes. “As rugs aren’t permanent, they offer a perfect opportunity to introduce colour and pattern to a room,” says House Rules mentor and designer Carolyn Burns-McCrave, “and because rugs sit below your eyeline, you can be bolder in your design choices than you would be for, say, a wallpaper.” Cosy up with our experts’ tips. THE HUE FOR YOU Colour is the first area to consider. “The main question you need to ask yourself is if you want the rug to be the feature or to simply be another textural element in your home,” says Christine McDonald of Designer Rugs.…

Melbourne house rules FIL, 45, & JOE, 48, WANTED THE KIDS TO STAY AT HOME 1. Give us Hamptons – Revenge style 2. Be bold: go black and white in the kitchen 3. Glam up our master suite with Hollywood deco 4. Create a laid-back teenage hideaway 5. Go OTT with a five-star wet room When the prospect of an empty nest inched closer, married couple Fil and Joe opted for city life to keep their kids Jayden, 18, and Celeste, 15, home longer. They found the right blend of universities, shopping, friends and family in Melbourne’s inner north-west. When they located this run-down weatherboard house with river views, they were won over. Joe, an accountant, admits to underestimating the scope of work required. “It was just a shell, not…

FRESH SALMON, LEEK & SPINACH PIE Serves 6 1½ sheets frozen shortcrust pastry, thawed 1 tbsp olive oil 1 leek, white part only, halved lengthways, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, crushed 3 eggs, plus an extra egg, for glazing 200ml crème fraîche 500g salmon fillets, skin off, cut into 3cm pieces 70g baby spinach leaves, rinsed ¾ cup frozen peas 1 cup finely grated tasty cheese Salt and cracked black pepper, for seasoning 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a 25cm x 3cm-deep quiche tin with removable base with shortcrust pastry, cutting the ½ sheet in half lengthways then joining those pieces to full sheet, to completely cover base and sides of tin. Trim excess then press pastry against fluted sides to raise pastry…