Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2019 i Australian Home Beautiful

It’s the never-ending question for many homeowners: do we wait for The Big Renovation or do we give it a mini-crack? And if we’re going to give it a go, where do we start? The answer, I believe, is in the kitchen; that essential magnet-of-a-hub in the home, for it’s here that even minimal changes can have incredible results. I can’t tell you the impact a recent reorganisation of our tricky corner kitchen cupboard has had on my baking life – favourite trays and platters that I thought were lost forever have been found! – so I can only imagine what a brand new kitchen would do. In this year’s annual Kitchen Special, beginning on page 147, we feature seven stunning kitchens that have certainly inspired my kitchen dreaming. From…

SMASHING STYLE In a pretty addition to its popular ceramics collection, Melbourne-based homewares label Marmoset Found has branched out into glassware. Their new collection of jewel-toned vessels in a mix of heights and shapes are sure to make a statement – with or without flowers inside. From $49 for the Memphis Glass Vase, marmosetfound.com.au. TOWEL OFF OUR LONG DAYS AT THE BEACH MIGHT BE COMING TO AN END, BUT THAT WON’T STOP US SWOONING OVER THE NEW ‘PAROS’ TOWEL COLLECTION FROM AURA HOME. THESE BEAUTIFULLY HUED GEMS ARE WOVEN FROM SUSTAINABLY SOURCED COTTON, WHICH MAKES THEM BOTH BETTER FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUPER SOFT. THE PLAIN-DYED, FRINGED LOOK IS ALSO A LITTLE REMINISCENT OF HOLIDAYING IN THE GREEK ISLANDS. FROM $14.95 FOR A FACE WASHER, VISIT AURAHOME.COM.AU. WE LOVE: an…

“IN SEARCH OF A STATEMENT-MAKING style UPDATE? SAY IT WITH STRIPES!”~ Holly Byrne, HB features writer…

When homeowner Sally, the co-founder of Sydney interiors consultancy Heliconia and a regular contributor to HB, first laid eyes on the site of this Northern Beaches home, she saw past the clunky double garage out the back, abundance of concrete in the backyard and series of small rooms inside, and knew she could create something special. With a young family, it was the need for space that attracted her to the home, and her vision for what it could become was strong: so strong that she and her husband, Matt, put in an offer without Matt even seeing it. “It was a home that was designed to grow,” explains Sally. “And we’ve already noticed that in the last couple of years. The kids have reached different stages and the home…

DESIGNER TIP Take the time to find the right builder for your project. Although this studio was designed with basic brick veneer on the side plus lightweight fire-rated construction board to fit a tight budget, costs threatened to blow out when the project was put out to tender. “It was a small project and the builders didn’t want to do it so attached a ‘too-hard factor’ price – about 70 per cent over,” says Gary, the architect. He and homeowners Kirsten and Shane put the job on hold until Dimpat Constructions came to them, wanting to collaborate. “We didn’t have to make any changes we just needed to work with the right people,” says Gary. Second living room, teen retreat, home office, in-laws’ suite – this studio in Melbourne’s inner…

ONCE OVERSHADOWED BY more high-tech innovations, the ubiquitous brick is back. That the design world is once more embracing this humble building material is not surprising, given it’s made to last, cost-effective and eco-friendly (by providing warmth in winter and coolness in summer). “Bricks are a versatile choice as they come in so many different colours and finishes now,” says Jai Sanderson, general manager of marketing at PGH Bricks & Pavers. “They can look equally at home in an array of different styles, from traditional to industrial and contemporary.” MORTAR MATTERS “Different mortars definitely play a part in the finished look of brickwork,” says interior designer Lisa Santamaria of Santamaria Design. “An ironed mortar joint works well with smooth, modern-looking bricks, and a flush mortar joint works well on a…

FRAMING UP Technology has never looked so stylish with the second generation of Samsung’s The Frame TV landing in Australia. When the television isn’t in use it can be switched to art mode to disguise it as a masterpiece on your wall. There’s access to hundreds of works from around the world, from drawings and paintings to photographs. From $1799 for a 43-inch screen at Harvey Norman. LUXAFLEX HAS UPDATED ITS POWERVIEW MOTORISATION technology, WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO control YOUR WINDOW SHADES WITH JUST YOUR voice VIA GOOGLE ASSISTANT OR AMAZON ALEXA. VISIT LUXAFLEX.COM.AU BRIGHT LIGHTS BRING THE AMBIENCE OUTSIDE WITH THE LATEST ADDITION TO THE PHILIPS HUE SMART LIGHTING RANGE. HAVING NOW REACHED THE GREAT OUTDOORS, THE NEW LIGHTS ARE WEATHER RESISTANT AND CAN CHANGE IN BRIGHTNESS AND COLOUR…

After living in her inner-western Sydney apartment for 19 years, Angela was ready to give the interior a new lease of life. While the kitchen wasn’t initially on the todo list, with a bold colour change on the cards for the rest of the home, it made sense. “The kitchen’s original U-shape really worked for us, so we decided to keep the internals and granite benchtop and simply upgrade cabinetry fronts and appliances,” says Angela, a packaging designer. The kitchen, however, was crying out for more storage, so when she and partner Emilia enlisted interior designer Sarah Gavan-Kmet from Point 2 Design, they were impressed with her ability to seemingly conjure space from thin air. “Sarah even found a way to give us a slender pantry,” says Angela. With the…

“GRANITE HAS A BEAUTIFUL FOSSILISATION IN IT, WHICH MAKES IT FEEL MORE ORGANIC, AS IT’S A NATURAL STONE”~ AMBER, INTERIOR DESIGNER Asteady mix of Scandinavian purity and Californian coolgirl style radiates at every turn in this boho-esque kitchen, brought to life by interior designer Amber Lewis. Her clients, a young family, requested a Swedish cabin feel, while the location, California’s Venice Beach, informed the attitude. And then there is the Amber Lewis factor, which brings the designer’s soulful stance to every project she works on, with the space coming together as a functional kitchen while having a freespirited personality. Amber’s clients first came to her in 2015, wanting to build their dream house from the ground up. “The family needed the space to be functional and durable at the same…

HOMEBEAUTIFULMAG @HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL.COM.AU PINTEREST.COM/HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL@PACIFICMAGS.COM.AU MEET THE HB TEAM… FIONA MICHELON, HB STYLE EDITOR How long have you been a stylist? “It’s been about 6 years now. With my background in PR, I worked with a lot of gorgeous interiors brands and magazines. My passion for homes and styling really evolved from there.” If you could describe your ideal home style in a sentence, what would it be? “That’s the hardest question to answer because I love so many different styles! I always love homes that have a mix of old and new, a pop of colour, lots of texture and clever, unexpected details.” What’s on top of your furniture wishlist right now? ‘The Togo settee has been on my wish list for as long as I can remember. It’s…

“SLEEK LINES AND TACTILE finishes ARE A COMBINATION MADE IN STYLE HEAVEN”~ Katrina O’Brien, HB acting editor…

“THIS fun colour PAIRS BEAUTIFULLY WITH TIMBER AND WARM HUES OR AS A BOLD CONTRAST AGAINST AQUA AND YELLOW”~ Fiona Michelon, HB style editor…

AT A GLANCE Who: Rob and Jess Loughlin, founders of Loughlin Furniture. What they do: Design and create simple, contemporary timber furniture. Where: 1/305 Manns Rd, West Gosford, NSW. Why they do it: “For the love of wood,” says Rob, who couldn’t imagine not working with timber on a daily basis. Bookmark: loughlinfurniture.com.au Follow: @loughlinfurniture ROB LOUGHLIN’S first foray into woodwork can be traced back to high school. “I wasn’t the best of students, but woodwork was the one class I would actually buckle down in – I loved it,” he recalls. So much so that in Year 11, Rob traded in maths and English lessons for a cabinetmaking apprenticeship on the Central Coast of New South Wales so he could pursue his passion as a career. “I started working…

Renovating an old Queenslander is not for the faint of heart. Those who fall for their timber and tin charms need resilience, patience and plenty of passion to guide them through what can often be a maze of hidden dramas and a cavern of endless expense. Luckily Cathy, a Brisbane mother-of-two who runs a business with her husband, Brett, has renovating in her DNA. “I have lived in 29 houses,” she says with a laugh. “I’m the daughter of a builder so it’s in the blood.” Cathy grew up going to work sites with her father and was once destined to study interior design and architecture before a last-minute change of plans. “Renovating this home has been my parttime job since we moved here in 2015, but it has been…

THE CUSTOM VANITY is a game changer. Manufacturers are creating more and more opportunities for homeowners to choose a design and cherrypick every single element of the vanity – size, colour, material, finish, configuration, fixtures and fittings – and combine them to create a personalised, often unique, piece of furniture. These show stoppers not only allow you to express your own style and create your perfect storage solution, they offer a bespoke look on an off-the-shelf budget. BESPOKE BEAUTIES So where does creating your sensational custom vanity begin? “Think about your functional and aesthetic needs,” advises Tanya Sharpe, brand manager at Rogerseller. “Is it a family bathroom or powder room? A main ensuite with double vanity requirements? All these factors influence the components of your vanity and how you might…

When your home is feeling cluttered and you can’t seem to find anything, it’s a sign you need better storage. Whatever the shape or size of your home, there are loads of clever ways to find a place for all your bits and pieces. Smart storage can maximise the space in your pantry, or put an empty corner to good use. A well organised wardrobe can be life-changing, and there’s a huge range of options. From stylish freestanding robes to walk-in wardrobes, drawers and shelving, you’ll find a solution to suit your needs, your space and your budget. Mix and match the components you need to design your perfect wardrobe A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING Your bedroom should be a place of calm, not chaos, so look at smart bedside storage…

THE RIGHT WATER FEATURE can transform your garden. Sights and sounds that mirror the ocean or a running stream soften a landscape and impart a certain air of tranquility to a yard, helping drown out everyday noise while also creating visual interest, inviting wildlife and providing them (and us!) with relief during the heat of the day. “There is a myriad of water features to choose from, varying in size and shape, in or above ground, ready-made or expertly designed and built on site,” says Matt Carroll, horticulturist at Hortiman. “A big budget is not essential for creating a splash either.” 1 DO YOUR RESEARCH Assess the size of your site and choose a design that suits. “Expansive open spaces can easily accommodate large in-ground ponds, whereas a vertical wall…

Designing a kitchen from concept to creation is a dream gig for every interior designer, and Simon – a busy engineer who lives with his two daughters, Amy, 19, and Sarah, 14, in a new build in a Perth beachside suburb – might just be the ultimate dream client. “My biggest nightmare in building a house was the idea of endless shopping for tiles, paint colours and finishes, because I hate shopping,” says Simon, laughing. Fortunately, interior designer Sally Timms feels quite differently about retail therapy, so they made a perfect team. “She made it so easy,” says Simon. “Sally would come to me with two or three options and then we’d sit down and make a selection from there.” With a clear brief for a light, bright, coastal-style kitchen,…

“MULTIPLE PEOPLE CAN WORK IN THE KITCHEN. THERE’S EASY ACCESS TO THE SINK AND EVERYONE CAN BE INVOLVED”~ JO, HOMEOWNER There is so much nostalgia in Jo and Jack’s holiday home on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. There are references to Jo’s childhood home in the same area and nods to the nearby holiday house where Jack spent time growing up. When it came to the renovation, the couple enlisted the help of interior architect Anne-Marie Rush to create a look that would reference everything Jo and Jack associated with happy family beach life. In the kitchen, this materialised as solid timber joinery, marble benchtops, glass-fronted display cabinets and the use of a seriously cool collection of 1950s and ’60s hand-me-downs from Jack’s parents’ beach house. “This kitchen is a relaxed place…

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The clever creatives behind some of the most stylish eating hotspots on Sydney’s northern beaches – including Palm Beach’s laid-back lovelies The Boathouse and Barrenjoey House – are now sharing their chic coastal look with a new collection and store, The Boathouse Home. “We offer pieces that can bring the signature Boathouse style into any house,” says creative director Pip Goldsmith. Run, don’t walk, to: 1 Beach Road, Palm Beach, NSW, or browse the wares at theboathousegroupstore.com.au.…

“PATTERNS, TASSELS OR SOFT-TUFTED details soften THE APPEARANCE OF HARD TILES AND MAKE YOUR BATHROOM MORE INVITING”~ Fiona Michelon, HB style editor…

OBJECTS THAT SPARK JOY LOOK FOR BEAUTY IN IMPERFECTION – HANDGLAZED CERAMICS AND EARTHENWARE EACH SHOW THEIR MAKER’S MARK THE ARTISAN AESTHETIC KNOWS NO RULES OR BOUNDS – TIMEWORN TECHNIQUES SIT BEAUTIFULLY ALONGSIDE MODERN ART CURATED COLLECTIONS EXPLORE THE ORIGIN OF TREASURES TO INFUSE YOUR SPACE WITH STORIES AND SOUL EARTHY TREASURES SLOW DOWN AND SAVOUR – GROUNDED HUES AND RUSTIC TEXTURES ARE AN ANTIDOTE TO OUR FAST-PACED WORLD SUMMON WARMTH TO EVERY SURFACE – AN ETHEREAL MURAL SERVES AS A SOFT BUT STRIKING BACKDROP…

Angela and her husband, Andrew, made an offer on their Brisbane home just hours after they saw it – which is all the more remarkable when you consider the poor first impression the 1910 worker’s cottage had made on the couple. “It looked ugly from the outside and stunk to high heaven inside,” recalls Angela, still cringing at the memory. “It had been converted into a dingy six-bedroom share house, with a kitchen and living room in a lean-to tacked on the back. The walls were a yucky custard colour, the bathroom tiles were cracked – it was just awful.” Despite the disrepair, however, there was one redeeming feature. “The hallway just sang to me,” says Angela, an interior designer. “I’d always had my heart set on a beautiful arched…

AS SPACE BECOMES precious, the appeal of the humble granny flat has skyrocketed – although its contemporary incarnations are anything but humble. Once a hastily re-purposed garden shed with a sofa bed and a TV thrown in, now it’s not uncommon to unearth an architecturally designed masterpiece down the garden path – often with interiors as awe-inspiring as the actual home itself. From their traditional use (that is, as a convenient abode for the grandparents) to more millennial options such as a teenage retreat, an on-site yoga studio, or self-contained guest quarters fit for Airbnb, a separate dwelling adds an array of possibilities to your home. making a start “First and foremost, consider your end user,” says interior designer Ania Forster of Zephyr and Stone. “Access is paramount – if…

Traditionally, putting in an additional bathroom or ensuite has meant calling in the plumbers for extensive pipework. But thanks to an innovative piece of engineering, now you can put in that guest toilet at a fraction of the cost. Sanipro takes the tricky part out of your renovation, saving you money and time. It is a macerating pump with up to three inlets that can be installed into a current room or structure without the need for conventional plumbing. It processes the waste and pumps it into the main sewerage line via a discreet 20mm pressure pipe. Sanipro can pump up to 5m vertically, 100m horizontally or a combination of the two. Talk to your builder or visit the website to learn more. It can be installed into a room…

COLOUR PLAYS A compelling role in our homes – it can stimulate the senses, instil calm, change our perception of space and even impart an indefinable feel-good factor. But with a full spectrum of hues to choose from, it can be hard to know where to begin. To help pave the way to a perfect palette, we’ve rounded up expert advice and timeless colour combinations to inspire your own soulful haven. DESIGN DETAILS Understanding your zone is the first step in formulating a colour palette, says interior designer Lydia Maskiell. “Know your home’s aspect and how much natural light rooms receive, as this will affect how colour looks in a space,” says Lydia. “Consider the style of your home and the ambience you want to create as well.” Carpet Court…

WITH A DIVINE DRESSING, EATING YOUR greens HAS NEVER BEEN SO EASY GREEN GLOW BOWLS Makes 4 bowls 500g cauliflower1 tbsp olive oil2 cloves garlic, crushed1 bunch broccolini, trimmed150g green beans, trimmed2 bunches asparagus, trimmed150g sugar snap peas, trimmed3 baby cucumbers4 soft boiled eggs, halved¼ cup pepitas120g Persian feta, crumbled Green goddess dressing ½ avocado, peeled, plus ¼ peeled and sliced to serve20g fresh turmeric, peeled, chopped¼ cup chopped coriander½ cup Greek yoghurt1 tbsp apple cider vinegar1 tbsp lemon juice¼ tsp salt¼ cup extra virgin olive oil 1. Cut cauliflower into florettes. Place in a food processor and process until rice-sized grains form. Remove from processor. Heat oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add cauliflower and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 8-10 minutes, or…

Mixing it up wasn’t always part of the plan for homeowners Melissa and Elliott when selecting the finishes for their new kitchen. “Originally, we wanted an all-white kitchen, as we don’t have much natural light in the space,” says Melissa. But, after turning to Pinterest for inspiration, the couple decided to take a walk on the two-toned side of design, juxtaposing crisp white joinery against feature cabinetry in inky navy, all from Kaboodle Kitchen. “The colour combination instantly spoke to us,” says Melissa. “Dark blue is Elliott’s favourite colour and the navy has a rich, luxurious feel to it, while the white is clean, fresh and bright. Together, we think it presents a really modern and classic look.” The couple’s vision was of a highly functional cooking and casual dining…

MAKE IT SPARKLE Introducing the Aarke Sparkling Water Maker. Turn drinking water into sparkling carbonated beverages in a snap, whip up refreshingly fizzy fruit infusions or even a cheeky cocktail. Exclusive to Harvey Norman. In Polished Steel, Matte Black, Brass and White. Visit harveynorman.com.au WINE WITH ALTITUDE The McW 480 range is inspired by the relationship between the land, the climate and the winemaker. Sourced at an average height of 480m above sea level, these refreshing medium bodied wines deliver elegance and vibrancy. Available in Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio and Shiraz. Visit mcwilliams.com.au HOLISTIC DESIGN Designer Adam Robinson approached this Coogee family garden in a holistic, concise and considered way, maximising the use of space to include a swimming pool, covered entertaining area, dining area, barbecue and even a nice…