Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2023 i Australian Home Beautiful

What’s your bed-making style? This is a question that can be quite divisive in the world of interiors. To flat-sheet or not to flat-sheet? Feather quilt, poly-fill or blankets? How many cushions are too many? And we haven’t even touched on bedlinen designs. What’s wonderful is that such a small part of the home can allow for so much creativity and customisation. My personal preference is a feather-filled quilt and all-white bedlinen. Though I do love a statement bedhead. If you’re looking to make over your bedroom, check out our feature on page 30 where our new stylist Lucy Gough has created seven inspiring bedhead/bedlinen/bedside combinations. Which do you prefer? This issue, we’ve covered some of my favourite topics, including buying antiques. I love nothing more than mixing an older…

At a glance Who: Leesa Chandler, CEO of Pip & Haze, cheekily dubbed ‘lamp lady’. What she does: Designs handmade gathered lamp shades featuring block-printed fabrics. Pip & Haze shades, fabrics and bases are all created by artisans in Jaipur, India. Where: Roma, Queensland.* Why she does it: “There is something special about a gathered shade and I love block-printed fabrics.” Visit: pipandhaze.com.au, @pipandhaze Leesa Chandler is a very busy woman. She works in building project management, is a mum of two and she’s also the boss of Pip & Haze, designing artisan lampshades made from gathered fabrics. Originally from Toowoomba, Leesa lived in many places before settling in rural Roma in 2012 and finding her perfect match when her flatmate’s boyfriend brought his brother Ed around. “After numerous flat-pack furniture constructions together without an…

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INSIDE STORY Jacinta & Ramon Jacinta, a communications and marketing executive in aged care, her husband Ramon, a wine sales executive, and their children Lily-Rose, 20, and Harry, 17. What was your first memory of the home? Jacinta: “There was a huge hedge at the front. After we removed the hedge, it was like we had unveiled the bride. You could see the beautiful house behind it. Suddenly, there was so much more light in the home.” How would you describe your decorating style? “We’re a little old-worldy with pieces we’ve had for years that we love, but also a little eclectic with contemporary artworks. We just go with what makes our hearts happy!” Every heritage home has borne witness to many chapters of life. And that’s certainly true of…

“The homeowner loves blue, so I gave her lots of blue. She’s thrilled”MELISSA BALZAN, INTERIOR DESIGNER “I love the natural stone benchtops and splashback – the movement and texture bring interest”MELISSA BALZAN, INTERIOR DESIGNER Testament to the power of pattern and texture, the makeover of this home delivers style and romance. And that’s just as interior designer Melissa Balzan envisioned it. To Melissa, the sprawling two-storey house in Melbourne’s north-west called for a major cosmetic rebirth showcasing a lush colour and material palette. When she first walked through the home – built in the late 1980s – it was looking somewhat dark and dated. That said, it was certainly in a liveable condition for its owners – a busy couple with grown-up children and young grandchildren. “I was recommended to…

My passion is transforming spaces and incorporating really clever joinery design,” says Kim Brzezek, whose design studio Hibernate Interiors is based in the seaside town of Mount Martha on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. The elegant kitchen Kim created for clients located in her scenic suburb is a stellar example of her considered approach. The 1950s-era cottage is owned by a professional couple with three adult-aged children, two of whom live at home. The couple has renovated in stages since purchasing the property in the late 1990s; it wasn’t until early 2022 they decided it was time to tackle the kitchen. The homeowner’s brief to Kim encompassed an understated yet beautiful kitchen with traditional touches and maximised functionality. “My client has a great eye and knew the aesthetic she wanted to achieve,…

Grand style and absolute family amenity are effortlessly united within this luxe main bathroom designed by Jacquie Pask and Anna Lewis from Moss. Created for a family of six in Hampton, Melbourne, this space (which is one of five bathrooms and powder rooms) faithfully reflects the greater design narrative established throughout the property. “This spectacular house was designed around modernist principles, so it really was a matter of keeping it simple,” says Jacquie. “We focused on beautiful materials and fittings, replacing glass mosaics with slabs of stone. We knew the palette had to be gentle and light, as dictated by the house.” The soft hues of blush in the Calacatta Vagli Rosato marble from Peraway Marble certainly achieves that. Crucial details “My favourite detail is the marble,” says Jacquie. “The…

After lying dormant for 30 years, this ensuite was nothing more than a box filled with peeling paint until interior designer Anna Spiro and her husband, Luke Warwick, bought the home in late 2020. They started renovating in 2021, determined to decorate the Victorian house in a traditional style that still showcases Anna’s dynamic and unique aesthetics. “We really wanted a freestanding bath and a separate shower room so fitting them in was a priority,” explains Anna. Once the layout was perfectly mapped out, they installed the Water Monopoly ‘Hanley’ bath, ‘Paris’ basin and ‘Rockwell’ brass tapware, all from The English Tapware Company. “Having a bath in there is dreamy,” says Anna of the result. From there, she used lashings of colour and pattern to give the space personality. The…

When Lucinda Kimpton of Kimpton Interiors took on the renovation of this home and ensuite bathroom in early 2020, she knew there was a lot of grandeur to live up to. Situated in the Western District of country Victoria, the 23-room homestead has been in the owner’s family since 1932. But Lucinda wasn’t intimidated, opting for a “contemporary classic style” filled with elegance and embellishments to complement the original ‘arts and crafts’ style architecture. “I like bathrooms to feel like areas where the client can relax and enjoy the space rather than just be a place of purpose,” Lucinda says. “To avoid a bathroom feeling sterile, I add decorative elements such as curtains, panelling and paintings.” Taking inspiration from the surrounding landscape, and making full use of the large window…

MEET THE HB TEAM LUCY GOUGH, STYLIST How did you get your start in magazines? “I moved to London in 2009 and started interning at various homes publications until I landed the job as style assistant at Livingetc magazine. I was there for three years before I became a freelance interior stylist. I have styled for all the UK glossy interior mags and for many wonderful brands, businesses and designers. Now to be back in Sydney working for this incredible magazine is a dream come true.” What’s your favourite section of HB? “The decorating shoots, of course!” What are your favourite types of shoots to style? “My dream shoots are ones where I have total creative control. My concept, my choice of location and photographer – something where I can…

ANNA SPIRO on life, interiors and what she’s loving this month In an ideal world, I’d have a bathroom with two baths, an armchair, a fireplace, a large armoire, a shower room, a steam room and a sauna. Wouldn’t that be dreamy! I love a bathroom that makes you feel like any other room in your home. Why do they have to be clinical, plain, uninteresting spaces? A large double-pedestal basin and freestanding furniture pieces for storage as well as art on the walls and minimal cabinetry is always my goal. That sort of room sparks a feeling of cosiness, is an extension of the rest of your home and is less clinical. When designing these rooms, I usually like to design a shower room with full-height tiled walls and an opening…

The big block with a stretch of lawn suitable for backyard cricket and plenty of space for their Groodles, Hugo and Summer, sealed the deal for Brisbane couple Ebony and Eric when buying their home three years ago. The small 1920s Queensland worker’s cottage also had plenty of charm and was perfectly positioned, close to the city and within walking distance to parks and the Brisbane River. “We loved the existing house but bought it with the plan to do a big renovation and enlarge it to be a forever family home, with kids in mind down the track,” reflects Ebony. Engaging JMH Design, the ambitious plan was to lift and shift the heritage house towards the front of the block and build out and under the rear of the…

When interior designer Yana and her husband David saw their home for the first time there was one element that stole their hearts. “At the centre of the home, the glass atrium is more than just an architectural focal point,” says Yana. “It feels like the house wraps itself around the tree that grows inside, and the tree is somehow a part of everything.” But the home, carved into a sloping site, had more than one feature to seduce them. The Mid-Century home, located in a suburb of New Jersey and originally designed in 1974 by architect Lawrence Stern, also provided a peaceful place to raise their three children, Ivan, 11, Peter, 7, and Anya, 3, after having lived in New York City. “Much of the layout had great architectural…

“WE ARE ALWAYS REBUILDING, REFURBISHING, reimagining. THAT’S BECAUSE WE HAVE RESTLESS HEARTS. WE HAVE LOYAL GUESTS TO keep engaged”LARISSA Some 40 years ago, Allan and Alla Wolf-Tasker, an artist and chef respectively, looked out across more than two hectares of wild bushland in Daylesford, near the Macedon Ranges in rural Victoria. Redback-infested car wrecks, a dying eucalyptus, sparse native grass and a swamp were all that greeted them. But they had a vision that could not be deterred. They were inspired by Alla’s experience working in France as a young cook. “It was steeped in high-quality regional produce,” their daughter, Larissa, shares. “They wanted to recreate that kind of magic in regional Victoria.” At that stage, in the early 1980s, fine dining in Australia was limited to the cities and…

Ever heard the design rule that states large furniture can’t be used in small rooms? Or that patterns and prints shouldn’t be mixed? The world of decorating is full of myths and misconceptions, often setting such rigid expectations that there’s little room for creativity. Navigating these no-go zones can be frustrating and disheartening but that doesn’t have to be the way. Allow us to poke holes in some of the more outdated notions so you can be free to create a home that represents your style, and most of all, makes you happy. 1 Blinds trump curtains Myth busted: When it comes to window treatments, there is no one-size-fits-all approach, however, if Gabrielle Reinhardt of Berkeley Interiors had to choose one option, curtains would win hands down. “Custom curtains are not…

Tucked away inside a 138-year-old Victorian cottage, this bathroom packs lots of personality into a cosy size. But the space wasn’t always so uplifting to look at. Prior to the renovation completed by Brave New Eco, the room was a much larger bathroom combined with a laundry, with no windows to provide natural light. But that didn’t stop interior designer Megan Norgate from flooding the space with splashes of sunshine. “The owners wanted to create a smaller, more functional bathroom,” says Megan, who condensed the floorplan and used clever design to create the illusion of space. “The Turner Hastings fine fireclay sink on a custom-made base is practical. The open form keeps the floor seeming spacious, and you can hang things off the rails.” The addition of a skylight over…

“MARBLE-LOOK TILES WITH STRIKING GOLD VEINING BEAUTIFULLY COMPLEMENT THE WARM OAK VENEER JOINERY, WHILE THE BLACK ACCENTS ADD A CONTEMPORARY FEEL”ALENKA DIRNBEK, INTERIOR DESIGNER Having long dreamt of living in a warm climate near the water, Melbourne couple Mark and Cheryl downsized in early 2022 and moved to the Gold Coast to embrace a simpler lifestyle. After snapping up a waterfront townhouse, the couple enlisted Alenka Dirnbek of Alenka Interiors to modernise the home’s dated bathrooms. “Because we knew we’d have plenty of visiting family and friends who we’d need to accommodate, we wanted the guest bathroom to feel like a sanctuary with lots of natural light and fresh contemporary finishes,” explains Cheryl of the brief. A modern farmhouse style with warm tones inspired the refreshed look, with Alenka selecting…

“I GREW UP EATING ZEPPOLE AT ITALIAN FESTE, WHERE THEY’RE EITHER stuffed with anchovies OR LEFT PLAIN AND rolled in sugar”JULIA ANCHOVY & MOZZARELLA ZEPPOLE Makes approx 30 Pillowy and light, these zeppole are delicious as a snack to serve with drinks before a meal. I like to stuff mine with anchovy and mozzarella, but one or the other is fine, too. 100g potato (approximately 1), peeled and diced375g ‘00’ flour10g fine salt6g dry active yeast250ml warm water100g anchovies in oil, drained and cut into 2cm pieces, to fill125g buffalo mozzarella, diced, to fillLight flavoured extra virgin olive oil, for frying (plus extra for greasing) 1. Cook the potato in a small saucepan of water over a high heat until very tender. Drain and press the cooked potato through a…

ARTY DEEP DIVE Inspired by underwater landscapes, Sam Iurada’s abstract works entitled Somewhere Near Home (top) and Red Sky (bottom), $695 each, combine acrylic paints, ink and spray paint together to dramatic effect. Visit fentonandfenton.com.au. BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL THE DESIGNER RUGS X CASTLE COLLABORATION SHOWCASES RACHEL CASTLE’S VIBRANT, FUN SHAPES AND CHARMING FLORAL MOTIFS. THE SIX ALL-WOOL, HAND-TUFTED DESIGNS INCLUDE ‘SKIPPYS GARDEN’ IN BUTTERCUP (LEFT), ‘SQUIGGLE’ (ABOVE) AND ‘JUMBLE GARDEN’ (RIGHT). VISIT DESIGNERRUGS.COM.AU. START A CONTEMPORARY ART COLLECTION AT THE AFFORDABLE ART FAIR AT SYDNEY’S ROYAL RANDWICK RACECOURSE, JUNE 15-18. TICKETS AT AFFORDABLEARTFAIR.COM. WINTRY BEAUTY SHADES OF CINNAMON AND BURSTS OF BLUE SET THE TONE FOR COUNTRY ROAD’S LATEST HOMEWARES RANGE, INCLUDING THE COUNTRY ROAD X ST ALBANS THROW IN BARLEY ($399). VISIT COUNTRYROAD.COM.AU. Bespoke creations SEDUCTIVE LINES, EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP…

Touchy-feely Bedrooms are the perfect spaces to play with tactile materials. Here, grasscloth wallpaper anchors the scheme and is layered with a bouclé bedhead, smooth cotton bedlinen and a velvet bolster cushion. The chic marble vase and ceramic lamp add yet another dimension. Pattern play To mix and match patterns successfully, play with scale, as we’ve done here, combining large patterns with tiny prints in the bedlinen and bedhead. To add visual balance, accent with textiles in stripes or solid hues and use a cohesive palette to tie the look together. Under cover To give your bedroom a whole new look without too much fuss, buy a slipcover for your bedhead, or have one made. This one shows how easily you can change the look of your bed in an…

GROUND-FLOOR KITCHEN Leanne designed the kitchen bench to double as a dining table, so it feels quite cosy when the owner is home alone. “The prettier features of the room, such as the heritage cornices and bay window, are secondary to the strong custom joinery in Dulux Hat Stand,” she says. WE LOVE… old meeting new The Anna Charlesworth 4 Bowl Circle pendant light references a traditional chandelier using modern materials. The contemporary joinery juxtaposes the heritage-listed cornices and bay windows in Dulux Natural White, while the grey Atlantic Stone benchtops from SNB Stone ties everything together. “WHEN I’M ENTERTAINING, I love the view FROM THE KITCHEN, OR THE NEW OUTDOOR COURTYARD”HOMEOWNER The original Federation features of this home on Sydney’s Lower North Shore offered cues for its stunningly refreshed…

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It’s an exciting time to shop antiques. Whether you’re a collector or a new devotee, there’s a renewed energy in the industry and an explosion of interest as online auctions give all the convenience of mass-produced decor without the environmental impact. The benefits of decorating with antiques are almost endless. Antiques bring presence, even grandeur, while reflecting your personal style. They ground spaces, imbue a sense of timelessness and serve as a conversation starter. Plus, there’s an endless amount of availability (with no wait times). Whether you’re looking to throw in a hero piece for a vavoom effect, or to mix smaller items with contemporary furniture, we’ve outlined everything you need to know to find the right treasures for your home. Consider this your starting point to shopping for antiques,…

Organic feels Earthy ‘Frammenta’ tiles from National Tiles formed the foundation of the soft, muted natural palette. They are complemented by textural ‘Paloma’ feature walls tiles, above the custom Formica Autumn Oak double vanity teamed with a ‘Caolino’ Gloss Essastone top. The Kado ‘Lussi’ basins and Sussex ‘Circa’ range tapware in Living Rustic Bronze are from Reece. “LIKE MOST PEOPLE, OUR LIVES ARE QUITE BUSY, SO WE WANTED A CALM SPACE TO COME HOME TO AND ONE THAT EMBRACED OUR BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDS”Kate, homeowner Over the years Kate and Josh’s involvement in the building industry has meant they’ve overseen countless client builds and plenty of bathrooms. So when it came time to build for themselves, they had a refined wish list for their ensuite, which would claim a prime position overlooking…

In its former life as a spare room, this space was the go-to for storage and even did time as a dress-ups play area when the family’s four kids were young. With the children getting older, the owners undertook an extensive renovation to reconfigure the bedroom level of this heritage sandstone house on Sydney’s Lower North Shore. “The family required a large bathroom to be shared by the children – it was one of two to be used by four kids,” says designer Linda Habak. “It was important to have functionality for multiple kids to use at once, especially when getting ready for school.” The clients were “very keen to hero the stone” as a way to preserve the history of the property. “Once we began work, we assessed the…

What is something all of your designs have in common? “We are always conscious of creating beautiful sight lines within a home, and incorporating a sense of familiarity and connectivity.” What called you to the world of design? “My mother was undeniably the source of my passion for design. When we were young she would take me to a local homewares shop in Geelong called The Briar Patch. I loved watching her put a design story together. However, at school I was very focused on maths and science. My love for business, space planning and joinery design work in harmony with my creative side.” What is your design approach? “If the project is a renovation, I let the house do the talking. I always start with the architectural style of…