Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2021 i Australian Home Beautiful

THE COSY SEASON There’s something so refreshing about a change in season, and autumn’s gentle turn into winter would have to be one of my favourite season switches. It’s that chill in the air while the sun still shines, a desire to dive into drawers packed with chunky throws and returning home after a long Sunday walk with the dog to the welcoming aroma of a roast that’s been slow cooking for hours. Although summer will probably always have my heart (I’m a sucker for lazy swims in the sea), winter really is a magical time of year. And it’s an especially good season for decorating; perfect for dipping in to deep colour and warm and cosy textures, or adding lovely layers, such as those throws that are not only…

No matter where you look, beauty is everywhere. It manifests itself in the simplest things: A smile. A neatly made bed. Dahlias popping like fireworks in the late summer. Ivory embroidered curtains dancing unfettered in the breeze. I learned that important lesson growing up in the South and the Midwest [of the United States of America], the son of a preacher and a preacher’s wife. Both of my parents appreciate pretty things and fostered that interest in me early on. I remember going to the drugstore with my mother and heading straight for the magazine aisle. It was the start of a lifelong obsession with beauty. While some people may think that worshipping beauty is superficial, the reality is that it’s anything but; it can fortify our spirits. I often…

When admiring the work of Melbourne-based glass artist Amanda Dziedzic, you might start to feel your tastebuds tingle. Nestled on a quiet industrial strip in Heidelberg West, Amanda’s studio houses a candy land of colour and wonder – from confectionery hues to lolly-like curves and fruity forms, her playful art that comes in the form of vases, domes and pots, is an indulgence of both the palette and eye. “Colour can evoke many emotions, but I like to think my work brings in the joy in that simple appreciation for colour,” says Amanda of the sweet assortment of peach, pink and salmon hues that stand proudly on her showroom plinths. “I like to use colour and the medium itself as inspiration to interpret into shapes and forms.” Amanda took to…

INSIDE STORY TIINA & RIKU’S HOME WHO LIVES HERE? Tiina, an educator and project manager at a museum, her husband Riku, who works in customer service, their son Leo, 11; plus their American Staffordshire terrier Kara. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE FEATURE? Tiina: “The materials. It wouldn’t be this house without the concrete walls and floor.” WHAT’S THE BIGGEST LESSON YOU’VE LEARNED? “Ask for several offers for every single project. It sounds self evident but when you have hundreds of little things you need, it’s pretty [necessary].” YOUR TOP BUILDING TIP? “Take time finding good people to do the things you don’t know how to do, be friendly to them, buy them lots of coffee and sweets and then trust them.”…

Carol’s family weekender in the charming Blue Mountains village of Leura, 80 minutes from Sydney, has welcomed many visitors in its lifetime. Built in the 1920s and initially owned by the Catholic Church, the weatherboard cottage became a doctor’s surgery in the ’80s. Positioned a whisper away from the main street filled with boutiques and eateries, the property is now known as Orchard Cottage, beautifully updated with a spectacular street frontage. Carol, her husband George and their children Jacob, 21, Benjamin 11, and Claire, 14, had been visiting the area for many years before buying in 2014. “We love Leura – it holds many precious childhood memories for our family,” says Carol, the driving force behind this elegant home renovation. “We could see the beauty in the original home and…

Often overlooked, the internal doors of a home are much more than a simple exit or entrance. “People forget that doors can add texture and interest, tell a lovely story and enhance the overall interior scheme,” says interior designer Katie Sargent. The right door can frame a space, create a private retreat or conceal clutter, all while packing a dazzling design punch. So, where to start? “If the house has any heritage, then do some research into the doors of that period and stay as true to them as possible,” suggests Katie. Read on and discover our open-and-shut case on the hottest – and most enduring – styles to look out for. ARCHED TIMBER For a classic hinged entrance with a twist, go for an arched timber door. The unexpected…

Actor and man of style, Stanley Tucci, addresses the camera in an Instagram post from October 2020: “I’d like to make you an old fashioned, would you like one?” And just like that, The Devil Wears Prada star unleashed a cascade of swoons across the internet. The world wasn’t beguiled merely by Tucci’s debonaire date-night moves, but also by the downright lust-worthy home bar that stages his seduction. Oh, the fluted glass, the dirty teal joinery, and the glowing undershelf lighting that makes his crystal decanters twinkle. Suffice to say, we can’t get enough. After a year of cancelled plans, we’re taking date nights and catchu-ps into our own hands. As Terri Shannon of Bloom Interior Design says, “More people are entertaining at home and most of our clients have…

Dancing flames, close companions and a cool winter’s night. There’s no better way to extend time spent in your garden than with the addition of a crackling fire pit. Create your own warm and cosy outdoor destination that is equal parts sculpture, gathering place and chill-out zone. All in your own backyard. Designs can range from charming and cosy to bold and bespoke. Read on to find out which fire pit is right for you and your space. PIT PERFECT Planning is vital – you’ll need to choose whether you want a fixed or portable model, then think about your budget, style and garden size. You’ll also need to consider the heat source and intensity you’re after. “The most effective heaters are ones designed to produce plenty of radiant heat,”…

Your restaurant has been praised for its stellar brunch menu. Are you a sweet or savoury bruncher? Darren: “Savoury. I like the simple things like a decent sourdough and butter. [Rocker chefs] Ethan and Stuart have a roast-onion butter that is pretty epic.” What’s your favourite meal on the menu? “Oysters and fermented chilli are the perfect way to start.” What drink do you like with brunch – coffee, smoothie… Champagne? “Champagne is a tough one to beat but to be honest, I usually kick off with a cheeky beer or Single O coffee just to ease into the day.” Who are your dream guests to join you for a long, lazy brunch? “Alice Waters, Joe Rogan, Thom Yorke, Ricky Gervais and Elon Musk.” What’s the most underrated breakfast choice…

EXPECT TO PAY $55,000* After 30 years in their classic Edwardian home in Melbourne’s north-east, Maryann and Robert were ready to upgrade. Enlisting Olivia Cirocco of GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens to devise a raft of fresh finishes throughout, a priority was transforming their main bathroom. “Originally the shower was located next to the door, which created a narrow pathway into the bathroom and made the space feel quite small,” says Olivia, whose brief was to allow more room for storage, with a larger shower to enhance the sense of space. However, working with a long, narrow floor area and preserving an exquisite original window presented quite the challenge. “This limited where we could relocate plumbing and meant the shower needed significant clearance from the timber window, to prevent water damage,”…

EXPECT TO PAY $35,000* Guest bathrooms are the perfect place to make a design statement and up the luxe factor, as homeowners Georgina and Charles found out. Renovating their Federation-style semi in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, the couple had two objectives for the downstairs bathroom. “The space was originally a combined laundry and bathroom, so we wanted to split it in two and create a separate bathroom primarily for guests, which was a little bit special,” explains Georgina. Architect Mark Armstrong of Arc Architects reimagined the new floor plan with a skylight to run the length of the zone, while interior designer Caitlin Parker-Brown of Parker Studio encouraged the couple to embrace bold colour. “The addition of the skylight, coupled with the high ceilings meant the space would be drenched in…

Your tapware needs to look fabulous and perform well when it’s in such a high-traffic area. “Because it’s something you see and use daily, it pays to invest in quality products that reflect your style and will stand the test of time,” says Daniela Santilli, bathrooms and kitchens merchandising leader at Reece Bathrooms. Before deciding, consider functionality, aesthetics and consistency. For instance, if you love soft curves and on-trend brushed brass, carry the look across all your fixtures for cohesive appeal, from the basin tapware to your showerhead and mixer. Start in style Tapware helps define the look and feel of the space, so think about the overall effect you want to create. “We’re seeing a trend towards softer curved shapes in the bathroom as they feel organic, relaxed, are…

EXPECT TO PAY $45,000* WOW FACTOR ‘NEWPORT’ GLOSS SUBWAY TILES IN GREY FROM TILE CLOUD CREATE A FOCAL POINT THAT EXUDES ELEGANCE. “LAYING THE TILES IN A HERRINGBONE PATTERN WAS A REALLY EFFECTIVE WAY OF ADDING INTEREST AND DEPTH,” SAYS INTERIOR DESIGNER SHELLIE NIELSEN. PERCHED ON ‘STIRLING’ TERRAZZO-LOOK GREY TILES, ALSO FROM TILE CLOUD, A ‘KADO LUX’ BATH FROM REECE COMPLETES THE PAMPER ZONE. When Andrea and husband David began planning a major overhaul of their main bathroom, they wanted to eschew fleeting trends in favour of a classic look which would tie in with the rest of their updated home overlooking Sydney Harbour. “The old bathroom we were renewing had green marble floors that I am sure were popular when they were installed but had dated quickly and I…

HOMEBEAUTIFULMAG @HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL.COM.AU PINTEREST.COM/HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL@AREMEDIA.COM.AU THE DAILY HOME EDIT ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY The HB team (including our hungry assistant, pictured) visited Bundara Farm in NSW for our winter getaway style and entertaining special. Keep an eye out for it in our July issue, on sale June 7. WE GOT MAIL “MY BESTIE, BELLA (PICTURED), AND I LOVE READING OUR HB TOGETHER AND GATHERING IDEAS FOR OUR NEW HOME” – CARLA, VIA EMAIL BACK TO BLACK We’re partial to anything tall, dark and handsome, and this kitchen in builder-owner Saul Myers’ guesthouse ticks all the boxes. Finished with moody hues and spectacular wallpaper, as part of our ‘House to Home Beautiful’ project, it was no surprise that it was also our most-loved online story this month. Visit homebeautiful.com.au to see…

COLOUR VISION BRING THE SUNNY FLAVOURS AND RELAXED COASTAL CHARM OF THE MEDITERRANEAN TO YOUR TABLE, WITH TEMPLE & WEBSTER’S LATEST VIBRANT DROP FEATURING VIVID COLOURS, CITRUS MOTIFS, TEXTURAL LAYERS AND FREEFORM CERAMICS. OUR FAVOURITE IN THE COLLECTION? THE WOVEN RATTAN ‘SCOUT’ PENDANT LIGHT, $169/34CM (ABOVE), VISIT TEMPLEANDWEBSTER.COM.AU.…

PLAY WITH TEXTURAL LAYERS: ADD SCULPTURAL PLANTS, BOLD WORKS OF ART AND A GENEROUS, INVITING TABLE COMFORT COMES FIRST, SO WARM UP CHIC WHITES WITH DELICIOUSLY TACTILE THROWS AND CUSHIONS…

INSIDE STORY NERIDA & JAMES’ HOME WHO LIVES HERE? Nerida, an architect; her husband James, a project management consultant; their sons, Hugo, 16, and Ethan, 14; plus Maggie, the Tibetan terrier. WHAT LESSONS DID YOU LEARN? Nerida: “We are glad we didn’t rush into things. We originally planned to demolish the house, but after we lived here for four years, we realised it had so much character that you can’t replicate in new houses.” WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FEATURE? “The laundry chute in the boys’ bathroom. We don’t have clothes left on the floor anymore.” WHAT ELSE DO YOU LOVE? “It capitalises on the view of the tree-filled backyard, which the old house ignored. It’s why we named the house Banyula – it means ‘many trees’ in the local indigenous…

INSIDE STORY CAROL & GEORGE’S HOME WHO STAYS HERE? Carol, an HR coach and CEO, and her husband George, who works in project management; sons Jacob, 21, and Benjamin, 11, and daughter Claire, 14. ANY RENOVATION LESSONS LEARNT? Carol: “We should have built a 15-20 per cent buffer into our budget!” WHAT WAS THE BIGGEST SPLURGE? “The entire kitchen.” YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? “The kitchen. It really is the heart and soul of the home.” ANYTHING LEFT ON THE WISH LIST? “Landscaping and adding a fire pit.” WHAT INSPIRES YOU? “My go-to resources are Pinterest and Instagram, but I would say I need to see and touch things.”…

We all covet a beautiful kitchen, yet if your space needs a significant overhaul, the dream can seem out of reach. “Often kitchen renovations are put on the backburner, because people think it’s too hard, expensive or inconvenient,” explains Jess Hunter of Jess Hunter Interior Design. But it doesn’t have to be. With a budget under $10,000 it is possible to reinvent the space, if you know what to change and where to spend, says Jess. To help inspire your own kitchen makeover we’ve rounded up expert ideas to address problem areas and stretch your budget to create revitalising change. 1 ADD DINING Chris Ruffe of Bondi Kitchens suggests capitalising on a trend towards informal kitchen dining by exploring the possibility of creating a breakfast bar. Expand the island top…

WOW-FACTOR WALL HERE’S AN EASY UPDATE BEFORE YOUR FIRST OPEN HOUSE: EASYCRAFT’S RANGE OF DECORATIVE WALL PANELLING IS A CROWD FAVOURITE FOR SMALL HOME RENOS. SIMPLE TO INSTALL AND ULTRA DURABLE, THE SLEEK PANELS ADD A DELICATE SENSE OF DEPTH IN ANY SPACE. VISIT EASYCRAFT.COM.AU. A CONNECTION TO THE OUTDOORS IS A MAJOR PART OF A HOME’S ENDURING APPEAL. IT’S PERHAPS NOT SURPRISING, THEN, THAT A RECENT RESEARCH SURVEY BY BRIGHTE REVEALED THAT THE MOST POPULAR RENOVATION PROJECT AUSTRALIANS WOULD LIKE TO UNDERTAKE IS LANDSCAPING. TOP RENO STYLES Hide your home’s less attractive areas with a feature wall to distract the eye and create a striking architectural detail. For a mid-century modern twist, take inspiration from this Brickworks project (above), and create a sense of privacy, while still allowing for…

MUSHROOM & THYME SOUP Serves 4-6 10g dried porcini mushrooms (see tip, below) 1 cup warm water 700g button mushrooms ¼ cup olive oil 200g Swiss brown mushrooms, sliced 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tbsp thyme leaves, extra for garnish 1L chicken or vegetable stock 200ml crème fraîche Olive oil (optional), to serve 1. Soak porcini mushrooms in warm water for 15 minutes. Cut 200g of the smallest button mushrooms in half and set aside. Slice the remaining button mushrooms. 2. Heat oil in a large pot over a medium-high heat. Add sliced button and Swiss brown mushrooms, cook, stirring occasionally for about 5-6 minutes or until softened. 3. Add onion, garlic and thyme and cook, stirring for a further 3 minutes or until onion…

ANY BERRY JAM Makes 4-5 small jars 1kg berries (we used raspberries) 1.5kg sugar 1 tsp tartaric acid 1. Place berries and sugar in a large pot. Bring to boil, then boil exactly 5 minutes. Add tartaric acid. Boil exactly 5 minutes. 2. Pour into warm, sterilised jars and seal. Jam will keep for up to 2 years. Once opened, store in the fridge. CHERRY JAM Makes about 8 x 375g jars 2.5kg stoned cherries (reserve stones) 185ml lemon juice 1.5kg sugar 1. Tie cherry stones in a muslin bag and put into a large saucepan with cherries and lemon juice. 2. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer until cherries are tender (about ½ hour). Remove bag of cherry stones. 3. Add sugar to the cherries and cook…

EXPECT TO PAY $35,000* When Katherine and Jack’s daughters, Ava, nine, and Ella, seven, get ready for the day ahead, they don’t linger in their parents’ ensuite – they prefer their own dreamy bathroom. Bathed in natural light, with a gorgeous textural palette, window-side bath and fun curves, it’s easy to see why. Part of a renovation of the family’s Southern Sydney home entrusted to designer Catherine Heraghty of The Stables, the brief was for a fresh Hamptons feel with a twist. “We wanted to make the most of the existing footprint and natural light to create a space for our daughters to use as they grow up,” says Katherine. “We focused on a timeless aesthetic, with quality fixtures and surfaces,” adds designer Catherine, who introduced a swathe of new…

WOW FACTOR THE PERFECT HARMONY OF ELEMENTS AND MUTED PALETTE ADDS UP TO AN INVITING PLACE FOR REST AND RELAXATION. “TILES WERE KEPT TO A MINIMUM, IN FAVOUR OF TACTILE NATURAL SURFACES,” SAYS INTERIOR DESIGNER LISA BURDUS, “AND PATTERNED WALLPAPER HAS BEEN MIXED WITH SOFT FURNISHINGS FOR A LAYERED, LIVED-IN FEEL. THE WINDOW ABOVE THE BATH FRAMES A VIEW OF THE TREES AND PROVIDES LOVELY NATURAL LIGHT, WHICH ADDS TO THE SERENE AMBIENCE.” EXPECT TO PAY $45,000* Tile selection is often one of the first decisions when designing a bathroom, yet interior designer Lisa Burdus took a different approach when creating this belle of a bathroom on Sydney’s north shore. “The concept started with wallpaper,” she says of the flora-inspired Cole & Son ‘Florencecourt’ print, which blooms across the walls.…

Bathroom-surface selection can be fun – and a little daunting. As the backdrop to the space, finishes such as tiles and benchtop surfaces are the first elements you should choose. “The surface palette often inspires every other design choice, so the initial step is to decide whether surfaces will feature, or provide a subtle backdrop allowing fixtures to star,” says interior designer Sarah Nolen of Birdblack Design. In the bathroom (pictured) of this modern farmhouse in the New South Wales Southern Highlands, designed by Stuart Hill of Giles Tribe Architects, easy-clean grey porcelain floor tiles, handmade wall subway tiles, and bespoke bathroom joinery painted in Resene Ash give the space a chic edge. To guide your selection, we’ve gathered a few expert pointers. Size it up In a large bathroom,…

COLLECTION CHELON A romantic ode to soft Mediterranean finishes, the new ‘Chelon’ range designed by former HB style editor and regular contributor Fiona Gould, is making its elegant mark in furniture and homewares. Chelon’s pieces are sculpted from natural stone and Venetian plaster, with all plaster elements handcrafted by Fiona. Inspired by architectural European columns and details (and Fiona’s own Italian heritage), the line – including the Ida coffee table (pictured), $2400 – introduces the sophistication of concave fluting, a subtle and classic finish. Visit chelon.com.au.…

What influenced and inspired your latest collection, MAISON 01? “My travels abroad. The Paris flea markets. Mixing raw with refined and vintage with modern. We wanted to allow people to customise pieces, so that they felt like they were a part of the design journey, too.” What is your favourite piece from the collection? “The ‘Klaxon’ side table is my favourite. It’s a really strong piece.” How would you describe your personal interior style? “Minimalistic yet sensuous. I absolutely love combining textures, colour and form together to create graceful, timeless narratives and immersive experiences.” What are your biggest influences? “Music, art and books. I will often go and work from libraries, especially if I am travelling abroad. Some of my favourite artists are Jean Cocteau, Pablo Picasso, Joan Mirò and…

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THERE ARE FEW FINER WAYS to sleep well than resting on a quality Australian-made and designed mattress. Inspired by nature, each Nature’s Rest mattress is made using a combination of Talalay latex with natural wool fibre to create a premium, pressure-relieving sleeping surface. Nature’s Rest mattresses are designed to help improve sleep quality by minimising partner disturbance through movement. EARTH PERFECT Latex is a natural material made from the sap of rubber trees. It’s renowned for its use in modern mattresses because of its durability, superior cooling and excellent pressure relief. ‘Talalay’ refers to the way the sap is whipped into a beautiful foam and then moulded into a solid material, prized for its comfort, durability and temperature control. LATEX SAP IS EXTRACTED FROM BENEATH THE BARK OF THE RUBBER…

“WE ONLY NEED TWO BEDROOMS - ONE FOR US AND ONE FOR OUR son. WE HAVE EXTRA SPACE UPSTAIRS…” ~ TIINA Suspended from the ceiling of Tiina and Riku’s home is the one non-negotiable piece they had already locked in before the plans for their build were even finalised. “A fireplace was a must, forming the starting point for designing the living room,” says Tiina, of the home she and her husband share with their son Leo. Having considered it for the first home they built, they were keen to follow through this time and planning for the new build had to work around this focal point. You could say that building houses is what Tiina was destined to do. “When I was growing up, we’d move house every decade…

INSIDE STORY LEANNE & ROB’S HOME WHO LIVES HERE? Leanne, a teacher; her husband Rob, a project manager; their children, Rhys, 13, Eleia, 12, Eva, nine, and Hamish, seven; plus Matilda the border collie. WHAT IS YOUR DECORATING STYLE? Leanne: “Contemporary farmhouse. I love classic design and vintage style.” WHAT PART DO YOU LOVE MOST? “It feels as though we live in the country but we’re only 10 minutes from town. We’re surrounded by wide, open, green spaces.” ANYTHING LEFT ON THE TO-DO LIST? “Lots. We’ve started a small orchard and vegetable patch, but want to develop it more. We also have plans to get a couple of cows and a horse, so we’ll need to put in fencing and animal shelters.”…

WATER WORKS Add a touch of elegance to your most me-time space with the ‘Lexi MKII’ range of fittings from Phoenix Tapware. Available in two simple geometric structures – the cylindrical body and rectangular form – it effortlessly blends into any modern bathroom and adds a sense of timeless opulence. From $198 for a bath outlet. Visit phoenixtapware.com.au. Cross the line LENDING A LIGHTNESS TO CONTEMPORARY BATHROOM DESIGN, THE ‘CROSS’ COLLECTION OF BATHROOM STANDS BY SCARABEO IS A PICTURE OF BEAUTY. WITH SLEEK LINES AND CUSTOMISABLE BASINS, THE RANGE IS THE PERFECT ADDITION TO ANY POWDER ROOM. VISIT PACOJAANSON.COM.AU. MARK YOUR CALENDAR! KBDI’S ANNUAL kitchen and bathroom AWARDS ARE JUST AROUND THE CORNER. LET YOUR GLITTERING SPLASH ZONES SING YOUR PRAISES AND ENTER BEFORE 1 JUNE, 2021. VISIT KBDI.ORG.AU. UNDER…

1. “KEEP LARGER ITEMS NEUTRAL TO PROVIDE A FEELING OF CALM AND SERENITY,” SAYS THE DECORATOR AND AUTHOR. 2. “ADD COLOUR WITH EYE-CATCHING ARTWORK, AND TAKE YOUR COLOUR CUES FROM HERE. COORDINATE YOUR SOFT FURNISHINGS FOR COHESION AND USE A MIRROR IN SPOTS THAT NEEDS MORE SPACE AND LIGHT.” 3. “LIVING ROOMS NEED WARMTH, SO ADD TEXTURE AND LAYERING [WITH] RUGS, THROWS AND CUSHIONS.” 4. “USE PLANT GREENERY TO INJECT LIFE AND COLOUR.” 5. “ENSURE YOUR PIECES ARE PLACED SO THAT THE ROOM FEELS SPACIOUS, FUNCTIONAL AND EASY TO MOVE AROUND. ELIMINATE ANY CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY FURNITURE.” REST ASSURED LOOK FORWARD TO THAT FIRST NIGHT IN YOUR NEW HOME WITH A BED THAT BECKONS. NATURE’S REST ALL-NATURAL TOPPER AND MATTRESSES ARE CUSTOMISABLE TO HELP YOU TAILOR THE PERFECT NIGHT’S SLEEP.…

COSY ON UP: ADD SOME SPICE AND PUT A WINTER SPIN ON ONE OF OUR FAVOURITE COCKTAILS SPICED NESPRESSO MARTINI ICE CUBES 60ML VODKA 15ML COFFEE LIQUEUR 5ML MAPLE SYRUP GROUND BLACK PEPPER 40ML NESPRESSO ALTISSIO PINCH OF GROUND CINNAMON CINNAMON STICK 1. PLACE ICE, VODKA, COFFEE LIQUEUR, MAPLE SYRUP AND PEPPER INTO A SHAKER.2. EXTRACT COFFEE DIRECTLY INTO THE SHAKER.3. SHAKE FOR 15 SECONDS.4. STRAIN INTO A GLASS AND DISCARD ICE.5. ADD THE OTHER INGREDIENTS BACK INTO SHAKER AND SHAKE VIGOROUSLY FOR 5 SECONDS TO AERATE THE CREMA.6. STRAIN INTO A MARTINI GLASS.7. GARNISH WITH GROUND CINNAMON, PEPPER AND A SECTION OF CINNAMON STICK.…

Abathtub often tops the wish list in bathroom design, as it ticks multiple boxes. If you have children, they’re a practical choice. If you’ve got a compact space, you can opt for a shower-over-bath set-up – and if it’s wow factor you’re after, their organic, sculptural shapes can create a scene-stealing focal point. Before you splash out on this key bathroom piece, consider how much space you have, where it will go and who’ll be using it. Say it with style FREESTANDING BATHS exude day-spa luxury and epitomise elegance. “As they don’t need wall support, they can be placed anywhere in the room – even in the centre for dramatic impact,” says Daniela Santilli, bathrooms and kitchens merchandising leader at Reece Bathrooms. The simplistic shape of a freestanding bath can…

EXPECT TO PAY $40,000* WOW FACTOR AT ONE WITH NATURE, THIS SPACE EMITS AN AURA OF TRANQUILLITY. “TIMBER-LINED WALLS PAINTED A SOOTHING GREEN SET THE TONE FOR RELAXATION,” SAYS DESIGNER MICHAEL KILKEARY OF CADENCE & CO. A CHARMING CAST-IRON BATH FROM MALCOLM ST JAMES HAS BEEN CUSTOM-COLOURED IN DULUX VIRIDIS. With ambitious plans to fully renovate and extend their 1930s harbourside cottage on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, the owners of this bathroom kept a clear goal in sight. “The project centred around their desire to retain the charm and character of the cottage, and to bring a similar warmth and sense of intimacy to a new pavilion that would sit alongside the original home,” explains Michael Kilkeary, creative lead at bespoke design and construction firm Cadence & Co. A favourite…

TOP ROW: CAESARSTONE Latest colour release Aterra Blanca™ arrives in showrooms nationwide in July. This versatile and graceful design evokes marble’s beauty with its durable misty white base and subtle earthy veining. caesarstone.com.au SHAMPOO WITH A PURPOSE Replace SIX bottles of shampoo and conditioner with just ONE little bar. They’re Aussie-made and all-natural. Try our sample pack for just $10 including shipping.shampoowithapurpose.com DOMAYNE Inspired by nature, each Nature’s Restmattress and comfort topper is made to order based on your comfort preference using a combination of Talalay Latex with natural wool fibre to create a premium, pressure-relieving sleeping surface. Australian–made and exclusive to Domayne.domayne.com.au SECOND ROW: ELLA & SUNDAY Natural fibres, timeless style, sustainable quality. Inspired by a simple design approach to create beautiful clothing you can wear every day. ellaandsunday.com.au HARVEY NORMAN There’s no…