Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2023 i Australian Home Beautiful

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Elle Lovelock CREATIVE DIRECTOR Katrina Yaxley DEPUTY EDITOR Victoria Kingsbury ART & STYLE ART DIRECTORS Paloma Garay, Alice Ierace STYLIST Lucy Gough IMAGE RETOUCHER Matus Kundrat FEATURES & CONTENT CHIEF COPY EDITOR Peter Griffiths FEATURES EDITOR Brittany Smith SENIOR COPY EDITORS Kate Barber, Julia Fairley FEATURES WRITER Rebecca Hooton JUNIOR WRITER Lisa Easey HOMES GROUP EDITORIAL CO-ORDINATOR Anna Campbell EMAIL HOMEBEAUTIFUL@AREMEDIA.COM.AU PRODUCTION PRODUCTION PLANNER Sally Jefferys ADVERTISING CONTROLLER Dominic Roy ADVERTISING COMMERCIAL BRAND MANAGER Michelle O’Hanlon ADVERTISING PRODUCTION MANAGER Kate Orsborn NSW, VIC AND SA DIRECTOR OF SALES Karen Holmes VIC, SA AND WA HEAD OF DIRECT SALES Will Jamison QUEENSLAND HEAD OF SALES Judy Taylor HEAD OF CREATIVE Clare Catt (02) 8116 9341 NEW ZEALAND ENQUIRIES +61 2 9282 8505 ALL ADVERTISING ENQUIRIES ADVERTISING@AREMEDIA.COM.AU MARKETING, RESEARCH & CIRCULATION…

LIGHT UP Add a statement piece with Hay X Liberty’s ‘Matin’ table lamp ($620). Bringing together Liberty’s heritage florals and Hay’s design cred, the lamps are bound to delight. Visit hayshop.com.au. SUMMERY SPLENDOUR EMBRACE SUNNY DAYS WITH THE AUSTRALIAN LAUNCH OF THE BRICKS AND MORTAR SHOWROOM OF RETAILER KAVE HOME. THE SOLID TEAK ‘FORCANERA’ COLLECTION (PICTURED) IS CHIC AND DURABLE. ALSO AVAILABLE AT AU.KAVEHOME.COM. JUICY FRUIT HOMEGROWN AUSSIE JUICE BRAND, GROVE JUICE, IS RETURNING TO ITS ROOTS WITH REFRESHING NEW LABEL DESIGNS (WHICH EVEN INSPIRED THE SUMMERY NAPERY PICTURED ABOVE). CHECK OUT THE RANGE AT GROVEJUICE.COM.AU. COOL TECH Stay cool with Harvey Norman’s smart fridges. With colourful, adjustable LED panels and Bluetooth compatibility, the LG ‘Mood Up’ French Door fridge (above left), $7999, is ideal for modern kitchens, as is…

“WE LOVE THE excitement and adventure CREATING A NEW HOME BRINGS” Not everyone dreams of finding a forever home. For many renovators who have caught the fixerupper bug, the lure of revamping a property is irresistible. This was true for interior designer Janette Stritt and her husband Alex, a building designer and builder, who found a large block nestled in Sydney’s Northern Beaches that was pleading for a new life. The old house had seen better days and the garden was completely overgrown – a far cry from the sanctuary the couple dreamt of for themselves and their teenagers, Sebastian and Allegra. However, the coastal locale and mature palm trees on the sprawling 1330-square-metre site clinched the deal, and soon after seeing the property the couple picked up the keys.…

“I LOVE HOW THE CHARCOAL AWNINGS FEEL a bit European AND add drama TO THE EXTERIOR” ADMIN COSTS ADD UP QUICKLY Many people don’t realise, before choosing a builder, you’ll spend tens of thousands of dollars on reports for your DA – excluding any architect or designer fees! I live in a heritage area, so our designers at Sydesign engaged a town planner to prepare extra documentation to ensure our plans got approved quickly, which they did. It was money well spent. ON TIME AND ON BUDGET? IT IS POSSIBLE The most important thing is to choose the right builder. I worked with Nic Ryan and Tim Davis from Rise Architectural Builders. I’d seen their work and we had several meetings before even signing a contract, so I felt completely…

Pearl There’s a certain comfort to be found in coming home to a serene interior after a long day. Collapsing into luxuriously soft furnishings provides instant relaxation while light and breezy colours give a gentle resting place for the eyes. This is what pearl feels like… a deep, soothing breath, the tide washing over your feet Pearl is demure and delicate, filled with neutrals, irridescent finishes and just a hint of blush. This light and airy palette is then anchored with pared-back vintage pieces and tactile surfaces such as wicker, sea grass and stone, introducing interest, personality and depth. And don’t forget the opalescent accents and smooth shapes, reminiscent of the watery jewels the style is named for. Soft touches Textiles and soft furnishings, like bedlinen, cushions, upholstery and window…

A Alfresco Emporium (02) 9919 0601, alfrescoemporium.com.au. Amazon amazon.com.au. Armadillo (02) 9698 4043, armadillo-co.com. Army and Outdoors armyandoutdoors.com.au. B Becker Minty (02) 8356 9999, beckerminty.com. Bess Paddington (02) 9356 8464, besspaddington.com. Black Blaze blackblaze.com.au. Bloomingdales Lighting (02) 8345 6888, bloomingdales.com.au. Bonnie and Neil (03) 9384 2234, bonnieandneil.com.au. Bremworth 1800 251 172, bremworth.com.au. C Cadrys (02) 9328 6144, cadrys.com.au. Caesarstone 1300 119 119 caesarstone.com.au. Carrière Frères carrierefreres.com.au. Choices Flooring choicesflooring.com.au. Coco Republic 1300 000 220, cocorepublic.com.au. Coles 1800 455 400, coles.com.au. CSR 1800 633 826, csr.com.au. CSR Cemintel 1300 236 468, cemintel.com.au. CSR Gyprock 1300 306 556, gyprock.com.au. CSR PGH Bricks & Pavers 13 15 79, pghbricks.com. Cult 1300 768 626, cultdesign.com.au. Curatorial + Co (02) 9318 1728, curatorialandco.com. D David Jones 13 33 57, davidjones.com. Designer Rugs 1300 802 561,…

It’s official. I’ve finally finished my renovation. Amazingly, the build only took six months, but we started planning it a couple of years ago so it feels a long time in the making. After nearly 20 years as an interior design journalist, and with some cosmetic renovations under my belt, I thought I was well equipped for ripping off three quarters of my Victorian worker’s cottage and rebuilding a home that was tailored to me and my family. But, there’s nothing like practical experience to outweigh booksmarts and there were things I learnt along the way. I’ve shared some of these lessons, along with many of my design choices, in a feature on page 124. And if you want to see more, we have some great videos on homebeautiful.com.au/ellelovelockhome. Even…

It is very easy and possibly a bit ignorant for someone like me to say I don’t follow trends, I just follow my heart and my own sense of style. Maybe this is true for me, but I have come to realise not everyone has that same confidence in choosing items, and often a trendy thing can be something you cling to because it must be great if everyone else is doing it. I remember back to the very first school dance I went to with my friends when we were 16. I turned up in a very chic black billowy skirt with a white Bonds singlet and a blazer. All my friends were wearing mini skirts and crop tops. I was out there on my own and maybe it…

As a gardener, November is traditionally the busiest month of the year and, as the old saying goes, ‘Fail to prepare, prepare to fail’. With the harsh Australian heat already upon us, now is the time to put in the hard yards to ensure your garden is summer-ready. Here are some tasks I’m working on in my garden before the month is out. Mulching the garden works wonders in helping the aesthetics of your outdoor space, but it also plays a major role in the health of your garden. That’s why choosing the right mulch is essential. For your vegetable garden, I suggest using a straw-based mulch like a sugar cane to help suppress weeds, trap in moisture and bring those useful worms to the surface. In my ornamental garden…

Styling TIP A pair of decorative table lamps add symmetry and impact when placed on a console or chest of drawers in your entrance. Lighting an… ENTRANCE “The front entry is your opportunity to make an instant statement,” says Marie Botsis-Premici, co-founder and director of The Montauk Lighting Co. “Long hallways and high ceilings are a great opportunity for repetition. Smaller spaces or those with lower ceilings can still have their moment – choose a decorative flush-mount ceiling light. If you have a doubleheight void, go big. Play with the space, accentuate the volume and be bold with your choices.” Mandi agrees that you should go beyond the basics here. “The biggest mistake I see is that people think they’re limited to just having pendants along the centre of the…

From left: Seagrass squares (270cm x 30cm), $45/9 squares, Natural Floorcovering Centres. Vintage 20th Century French wrought iron table, $600, Dusty Luxe. ‘Orb’ tray, $199, Black Blaze. Glass curved vase, $299, Maison et Jardin. ‘Basix’ linen napkin in Petra, $24, Hale Mercantile Co. Juliska ‘Le Panier’ side plate, $17, Peter’s of Kensington. ‘Ivory Naples’ fork, $69/1 place setting, Maison et Jardin. For a similar glass, try 1940s harlequin gold-gilded cocktail glass, $40/set of 2, Glass et Cetera. ‘Resort’ wicker dining chair (seat pad not included), $3396/set of 4, Naturally Cane. From left: Vintage French kitchen window frame, $1900, Dusty Luxe. Arte ‘Botanic’ wallpaper in Linen, $563/10m roll, The Fabric Editors. Aerin ‘Benit’ sculpted chandelier, $1782, Bloomingdales Lighting. La Murrina ‘Tulip’ wall light in Pink, $1850/set of 2, Found. Flowers (throughout),…

HOMEBEAUTIFULMAG @HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL.COM.AU PINTEREST.COM/HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL@AREMEDIA.COM.AU THE DAILY HOME EDIT HOME BEAUTIFUL INSTA LOVE THIS MONTH, A HB FAVOURITE FROM THE ARCHIVES MADE INSTAGRAM FALL IN LOVE ALL OVER AGAIN. THE CALIFORNIAN BUNGALOW ON SYDNEY’S NORTH SHORE HAD A CLASSIC CHARM THAT BAWTREE DESIGN REWORKED INTO A CONTEMPORARY FAMILY HOME COMPLETE WITH WHITE TRIMMINGS AND A STATELY FRONT PORTICO WITH MATCHING GABLE. CREATIVE EXPRESSION TAKE CUES FROM THREE COLOURFUL AND INSPIRING INSTA ACCOUNTS. Setting the scene HB’s stylist Lucy Gough sets a pretty scene in our Style Forecast ‘Wildflower’ photoshoot with an abundance of fresh blooms. The floral decor is just a hint of the inspired looks, where decorative details and playful palettes take centre stage. Flip the cover for more. PHOTOGRAPHY (TOP LEFT) KRISTINA SOLJO (TOP RIGHT) ALANA LANDSBERRY…

At a glance Who: Artist Emma Fuss. What she does: Works primarily in oils, creating striking still-lifes and portraiture from her home on the wild, remote Eyre Peninsula. Where: Emma’s home studio is in Boston, South Australia. Why she does it: “When you get those moments where you’re in the flow of making something, I don’t think there’s any better feeling than that.” Visit: emmafuss.com.au, @emmafuss “I LOVE working and teaching FROM HOME, WITH ALL my paints AND my music playing” The drive to create was there from the start for Emma Fuss. “Unusually for a farm kid, I was quite indoorsy,” says the artist. “I was always making something with clay, painting or sewing.” Her love for the outdoors came later, after a career in graphic design, and having…

1. ‘Fruit Salad’ tablecloth in Yellow, $265, Bonnie and Neil. 2. The Water Monopoly ‘Rockwell’ crosshead handles in Sherbet Yellow , $1895/part of a Nickel basin tap set, The English Tapware Company. 3. ‘Saddler Jug with Yellow Pom Poms’ artwork by Dominika Keller, $1230/51cm x 49cm (framed), Blue Thumb. 4. ‘Happy People’ fabric in Mint and Yellow, $327*/m, Ottoline. 5. Large round yellow scalloped tray, $89, In the Roundhouse. 6. Golden stripe coupé glasses, $59/set of 2, Kip & Co. 7. Sofa Company ‘Bae’ fabric swivel armchair in Sun, $1199, Life Interiors. 8. La DoubleJ ‘Capri’ tablemat in Beige, $298*/set of 2, Matches Fashion. 9. Sabre Paris ‘Bistrot’ cake server in Yellow, $60, Civil Dawn Studio. 10. ‘Coastal’ cushion in Yellow, $74.99/50cm x 50cm, Linen House. 11. Tint paint in…

When Zoe and Benji Marshall purchased their new home in March 2022, they only intended to replace the kitchen’s glossy red splashback and beige cupboard doors. Maybe they’d treat themselves to some new furniture and carpet. The couple figured a full renovation was at least five years away. After all, Zoe, a podcast creator and media personality, and Benji, an NRL coach and former rugby player, had a nine-month-old daughter, Ever, and a four-year-old son, Fox – not to mention their two beloved dogs, Mila and Lucky. Their hands were well and truly and blissfully full. However, after soliciting her social media followers for recommendations, Zoe found interior designer Evalyn Nicolas of Design Studio 407, and things snowballed in the best possible way. “She had such incredible ideas,” says Zoe.…

Beautiful taps are the final touch that can make your new bathroom look magical. Select the basin tapware first. There are three basic types: single mixers combine hot and cold water within the unit; pillar taps deliver hot and cold water individually; and three-hole mixers have separate handles and a spout. They can be hob-mounted (on a basin or vanity surface) or wall-mounted, with or without a backplate. A style collection has various kinds and sizes of tapware as well as accessories like robe hooks, making picking the rest of the fittings easy. “From tapware to accessories and showers, you can take your chosen coloured finish throughout your entire project,” says Amy Nayler, product marketing lead at Reece Bathrooms. SIZE IT UP Ensure the proportions of your tapware suit your…

People often ask how, as editors and stylists, we spot an incoming trend. I liken it to seeing a distant object coming into focus on the horizon. You catch a glimmer at first, but slowly it grows larger until you can make out exactly what it is. For example, one of this year’s key Style Forecast trends is Wildflower, on page 23. Initially, I noticed cosmetics packaging featuring beautifully untamed floral motifs. Then, a major department store collaborated with the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria to create a range of botanical-inspired sleepwear. Fashion brands took the look further with floral-printed garments. And, of course, there was the trend for actual wildflower meadows to encourage bees and the like back to gardens. It’s no coincidence that all our trends are inspired by…

All items, as before. From left: ‘Cameroon’ armchair, $300, Orient House. ‘Ed Ruscha: Metro Mattresses’ book (on chair, top) by Ed Ruscha, $99.50, ‘Items and Interiors’ book (on chair, middle) by Bea Mombaers, $104.41, and ‘A Painted Landscape: Across Australia From Bush to Coast’ book (on chair, bottom) by Amber Creswell Bell, $69.99, all Kinokuniya. ‘Majuce’ teak chest in Green, $2705, Orient House. Diptyque ‘Orange Ambre’ candle, $146, Mecca. For similar vase, try Silo vase, from $39.95/25cm, Freedom. ‘Pearl Collection’ ottoman, upholstered in Fadini Borghi ‘Opio’ fabric in Naturel, $7150, Mesa Atelier. Gubi ‘9602’ floor lamp by Paavo Tynell, from $1960, Cult. ‘Agra’ rug in Artichoke, $4900/300cm x 240cm, Armadillo. For similar flooring (throughout), try Plantino Native Memento in Ironbark, from $93.50/sqm, Choices Flooring. Artworks, from left: ‘Two White Circles…

From left: ‘Rococo’ chest of drawers in Weathered Oak, $1895, Hudson Furniture. ‘Gabrielle’ table lamp in Light Pink Crackle, $650, Bloomingdales Lighting. ‘Butterfly’ mirror by Monique Lhuillier (on wall), $369, Pottery Barn Kids. Flowers (throughout), Bess Paddington. All other items, as before. From left: ‘Laras Garden’ wallpaper with a Paste the Wall Smooth finish, $359.95/240cm h x 240cm w, Olive et Oriel. ‘The Plain Cake Appreciation Society’ book (top) by Tilly Pamment, $39.99, Dymocks. ‘Green: Plants for all Spaces, Indoors and Out’ book (middle) by Jason Chongue, $32.99, The Plant Society. ‘Urban Arboreal: A Modern Glossary of City Trees’ book (bottom) by Michael Jordan and Kelly Louise Judd, $34.99, Kinokuniya. ‘Barclay’ dish with brass bird lid, $44.95, Alfresco Emporium. For similar dish, try ‘Dynasty Amelia’ trinket box, $49.95, Alfresco Emporium.…

From left: ‘La Luna’ console table, from $3500, Haig + Smith. Stoneware plant pot in Rust Brown, $49.99, H&M. Leather stirrup tray in Tan, $285, Just Gorgeous Things. ‘Wave’ whisky glass, $57.95/set of 2, Malt & Brew. Horse sketch artwork by Margot Gough. Chloé Nomade EDP, $213/75ml, David Jones. Book, stylist’s own. Wedgwood ‘Renaissance Red’ side plate in Multicolour, $79.95, David Jones. ‘Valencia’ candle holder in Gold, $22.95/tall, French Knot. From left: ‘Vintage Oak Tree’ paste-the-wall linen wallpaper mural in Warm Brown, $359.95/240cm x 240cm, Olive et Oriel. ‘Cemintel Territory’ panelling in Woodlands Killa Slats, CSR Cemintel. For similar flooring (throughout), try Plantino Native Herringbone flooring in Blackbutt, from $140/sqm, Choices Flooring. For a similar umbrella, try ‘Clifton’ umbrella, $34.95, Umbrellas & Parasols. H hook, $135/part of 9 hook set,…