Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2025 i Australian Home Beautiful

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SWATCH WATCH WARWICK’S NEWLY RELEASED ‘CERVO BOOK’ UPHOLSTERY COLLECTION (PICTURED LEFT) SHOWCASES A RICH TAPESTRY OF PATTERN AND COLOUR. EXPLORE THE FULL RANGE AT WARWICK.COM.AU FOR YOUR NEXT SOFT FURNISHING UPDATE OR INSTALLATION. On the table Elevate your dining experience with the latest must-have pieces from In The Roundhouse. The green pleated jute placemats, $40 for a set of four, add elegance, while the 16-piece stainless steel cutlery set in crisp green and white, $120, completes the picture. Shop now at inthe roundhouse.com. ORGANIC BEAUTY The new Kate Nixon for Boyd Blue collection embraces organic lines and earthy tones. Our pick? The ‘Humphrey’ side table, $1790, hand-carved in solid timber and then cast in resin. Add to cart at boydblue.com. Hit the floor Sanderson, the renowned fabric and wallpaper brand…

There’s a universal appeal to traditional interiors, which interior designer Amy Spargo understands well. “Often, they are the result of a collection of pieces that have been gathered over time. You feel that in a space: the history, the stories, the layers. They wrap around you and make you feel good.” This sense of comfort, born of history, is readily apparent in her family’s latest home adventure. Although fully renovated over a short time – eight months from transfer of keys – the home is rich with stories: patinaed antiques, treasured pieces, and patterns that have been awaiting their time to shine. Built in the 1970s, but with the charm of a much older house – including panelled sash windows and external shutters – the home had good bones to…

Built in 1887, this property showed signs of its previous life as a bed and breakfast when Kathryn and her husband Justin first saw it. Luckily, much of the original architecture had survived, from the built-in butler’s cupboard to the elaborate lamps and the flamboyant architraves. The couple then set about transforming it into a holiday home where they could entertain during the racing season in Saratoga Springs in Upstate New York and where they could spend time with their children Gus, five, and Greta, two. In search of someone to create “a comfortable balance between boldness and function,” as she puts it, Kathryn found interior designer Sarah Brown’s work online. “Kathryn and Justin wanted to create a home that was cosy and inviting with lots of colour and pattern…

Sitting midway between a butler’s pantry and your humble kitchen cabinetry, appliance cupboards are quiet achievers. These hardworking helpers minimise clutter, maximise benchtop space and enhance the flow and function of your kitchen, especially during meal prep or family peak-hour rush times before and after school or work. The best news is that appliance cupboards suit every style and size of kitchen, so if you’re dreaming of a butler’s pantry but struggling to squeeze one in, an appliance cupboard could come to the rescue. At the least, shelving and bench space is all that’s required. However, a few extras can elevate even a small appliance cupboard into more than just storage – think hidden hydration stations, coffee corners or even a secret snack bar. OPEN DOOR POLICY How you use…

A shley James had barely settled into his former childhood 1860s weatherboard cottage in Victoria’s Yarra Valley when the world hit pause. The 2020 Covid lockdowns arrived just as he, his wife Bianca – pregnant with their third child – and their two young children were beginning their new chapter. Fortunately, they found themselves surrounded by rolling green hills – a landscape that softened the isolation. His garden design and construction business, however, wasn’t so lucky. “We were shut down for three months. I wasn’t able to work,” recalls Ashley. “It was horrible, business-wise – it knocked my company for six – but I have three children and it was the first time I actually had time to spend at home with a newborn, which was really nice.” Another silver…

HOMEBEAUTIFULMAG @HOMEBEAUTIFULHOMEBEAUTIFUL.COM.AU PINTEREST.COM/HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL@AREMEDIA.COM.AUTHE DAILY HOME EDIT Home Beautiful INSTA LOVE FAN FAVOURITE BLOCK STARS @ALISA_LYSANDRATRANSFORMED THIS STORIED BUNGALOW (AND SHARED A BEHIND-THE-SCENES REEL YOU COULDN’T STOP WATCHING). CLICK THROUGH THE STORIES YOU’VE LOVED ON WWW.HOMEBEAUTIFUL.COM.AU ME AND HB “Afternoon tea with a cheeky teaser of something special coming in the next months,” posted reader and designer Alexandra Nea Graham (@alexandra_nea_home). The beautiful scene of tea and hydrangeas was completed with the April issue of Home Beautiful, which was left open on our ‘next month’ page. The feature pictured? Alexandra’s house tour, on page 92 of this very issue! PHOTOGRAPHY (TOP LEFT) JENAH PIWANSKI (BOTTOM LEFT) MINDI COOKE (BOTTOM MIDDLE) NINE (BOTTOM RIGHT) SIMON WHITBREAD STYLING (BOTTOM LEFT) CARLENE DUFFY FABRIC (IN BACKGROUND) SANDERSON ‘ANCIENT CANOPY’ FABRIC IN FOREST GREEN,…

AT A GLANCE Who Alexandra Nea Graham, known as Alex, a designer and illustrator. What she does Freelances for a variety of businesses. Where From her home studio – see the full tour of her Sydney abode on p92. Why she does it “I’ve always loved drawing, creating and designing.” Visit alexandranea. com.au, @alexandra_ nea. “Over time, my style has become more intricate and realistic. I’ve spent my lifetime honing it” One of the smartest decisions Alex made when renovating her 1950s home was transforming the garage into an inspiring studio space. “Being able to work from home is a joy,” she says. “My studio has beautiful French doors that open onto the front verandah overlooking my rose and lavender garden beds.” A talented freelance illustrator and designer, Alex embraces…

INTO THE WOODS Forest fragrance Tales of wilderness and wanderlust hide inside the woody aromas in these delicate bottles. Ideal for the free spirit, Aurner by Aēsop is rousing with hints of green spice and woody notes, while Le Labo’s Eucalyptus 20 carries the freshness of gum forests and cedarwood with the warmth of leather. By L’Atelier Parfum, Woodylicious mingles musk with a peppered sweetness. LOVE, ACTUALLY Romance was born Arose, by any other name, would smell as sweet as these eau de parfums, which evoke a romantic mood. Sensual notes of pear, peony and rose abound in Fleur Majesty Rose Royale by Kayali. Rose Exposed by Tom Ford blooms with a bouquet of this distilled flower, amid depths of peppery leather. And Taif Rose from Jo Malone London marries…

Swings and slides don’t often change the course of your life, but for Kylie, her children Casper, 11, and Clio, eight, they did. “I’d always take the kids to this park and look at the houses backing on to it and think ‘I’d love to live in one of those’,” Kylie recalled. Finally, in 2019, one went on the market but it needed work. “It had a very strange floor plan, with a sunroom behind the kitchen which blocked all the light and views to the garden,” explains Kylie. Still, the thought of living in her dream location outweighed the negatives and when she showed the house to architect Imogen Pullar, Imogen saw the potential hiding behind bad first impressions. After a delay due to the pandemic, the renovation began…

“Have curtain rods custom coloured or do it yourself with spray paint to add a designer finish to your windows” Set the scheme THE DETAILS Colour palette Colour choice is often the jumping off point for a decorating scheme. Here, we used the curtain fabric as our inspiration, pulling out the green as an accent throughout the furniture and accessories. This tone-on-tone approach to colour is a great way to achieve a ‘designed’ look, but be sure to temper it with a natural material, too, like the blind and cushions here. Hardware Curtain rods, door handles and even drawer pulls can really elevate your room and there are so many wonderful materials to choose from. Aged bronze and brass, polished nickel, raw timber or coloured finishes that coordinate with your…

Although just a single element of a bathroom, the vanity is undeniably a focal point and must function seamlessly. Whether it’s in a large family bathroom where added storage is important, or you need something slimline for a powder room, the styles and designs are endless. We asked Kara Demmrich, one half of The Block’s Kyal and Kara duo and now co-owner of Diverse Design & Construct, for her expert tips for designing a standout vanity that balances style and practicality. “Adequate bench space is key,” she explains. “When it comes to storage, I think about how many people will be using the bathroom and allow enough space for everyone.” In terms of aesthetics, Kara notes a shift in timber preferences. “For years, the lighter oaks have dominated interior trends,”…

Today we approach the final lesson on how to design your garden, and I want to express my gratitude for joining me on this journey. I hope these monthly columns have given you valuable guidance in creating your own outdoor oasis. Remember, there is no strict right or wrong in gardening – we learn through trial and error, and hands-on experience often teaches us far more than simply reading about the ‘correct methods’ in a textbook. So, let’s put the kettle on and dive into the final stage of how to design your garden. By now, you’ll have crafted your planting schemes and mood boards, so the time has come to bring those plans to life in your garden. Every garden style varies based on location and personal preference, and…

ELLE’S TEXTILE OF THE MONTH Animal prints are a wonderful way to add pattern and movement to a scheme. I love this Ashmore ‘Chatto’ linen fabric in Blue by GP & J Baker through Elliott Clarke. I love the thrill of the hunt. Specifically homewares and furniture, you will not be surprised to hear. Auction houses, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, retailers – I scour them all for beautiful buys, new and vintage. My friends know to expect Sunday morning text messages containing links to the latest treasures I’ve uncovered for them, too. Lately, I’ve been on the silverware trail and have purchased everything from a set of silver-plated cake forks for $8 to a 56-piece Christofle flatware service that cost considerably more, but was still a bargain. My husband thinks I’m…

PRETTY IN PINK Make it special with plateware in soft pastels and afresh bunch of flowers From left ‘Eastwood’ quilt cover set in Hazelnut, $219.99/queen, Linen House. Cheese platter in Blossom, $370, Mud Australia. Enamel teaspoon in Powder Blue, $13, Bonnie and Neil. Tea cup and saucer in Milk, $115, Mud Australia. Stoneware side plate, $12.99, H&M. Small ‘Moss’ vase in Cappuccino, $120, Dinosaur Designs. Teapot 2-cup in Ash, $210, Mud Australia. ‘Qualia’ hand and body moisturiser, $39/100ml, Saardé. SILVER SERVICE Deliver a hotel-worthy tray with fresh bread, pots of jam and steaming hot espresso From left ‘Monarch’ duvet cover set, $309/queen, Wallace Cotton. ‘Joyce’ glasses in Red, Bailey Nelson. ‘Soho’ bone-handled stainless-steel tray, $195, Kate Nixon. Cocktail napkins in Red, $40/set of 4, and short steel coupé, $35/set of…

Searching for home essentials like beds and mattresses is a fun process, but you often don’t have long to to do your research, either because you are moving into a new place and need to buy something quickly, or you’re replacing something that’s damaged or seen better days - an unsupportive mattress can cause more than a few sleepless nights. Enter our new series ‘The Essentials’, where we search high and low to bring you five products at varying price points. This month, we’re focusing on mattresses that conform to your body shape, providing comfort and support for the spine while easing pressure on shoulders, hips, knees and feet. Look for models that are designed to help reduce partner disturbance and are made with materials to keep you nice and…

Leafy landscapes are never far away in this three-bedroom Victorian cottage, a Melbourne retreat for two empty-nesters. Interior designer Lucinda Kimpton of Kimpton Interiors transformed the interiors. Nestled between two parks and the Botanic Gardens, verdant greenery provided inspiration. “The house had a wonderful foundation, with classic architecture and a layout that only needed a touch of modern refinement. Our task was to enhance its beauty through a thoughtful cosmetic makeover, refreshing the furnishings, updating the wall treatments, and adding bespoke joinery for a contemporary, yet timeless feel,” she says. DESIGNER’S TIP “Use a bookshelf to bring instant charm and character to a room. Books add warmth and intrigue. You can tell lots about a person from their bookshelves,” says Lucinda. Calmer chameleon “The study, or as we affectionately call…

Whether you’re entertaining loved ones or simply taking a quiet moment for yourself, the living room is one area of the home that gets a lot of use. You want this space to be comfortable and relaxing yet stylish. This can be a lot to achieve on a tight budget but it’s not impossible. Read on for the best expert tips and tricks to cut costs and maximise style in your living room. FIX UP YOUR FLOORING The most cost-effective flooring option is to improve the flooring you already have. Transform old hardwood floorboards by sanding back until the existing sealer has been removed then apply a varnish that suits the tone you want to achieve or reseal. Looking to remove carpet indents left by furniture? Melt an ice cube…

Nasturtium & dill-cured ocean trout Serves 10–12 Serves 10–12 500g caster sugar 500g fine table salt 1 bunch dill, leaves picked and finely chopped Handful of nasturtium leaves, finely chopped 1.5kg ocean trout, skin off Crème fraîche, to serve (optional) Extra dill, to serve (optional) You will need to prepare this recipe at least 1–3 days in advance. This is paired with the rye and fennel seed leaves (see recipe, right). 1 Combine the sugar and salt in a large bowl and mix well. In a separate bowl, combine the dill and nasturtium. 2 Press the chopped leaves firmly into both sides of the ocean trout. Spread half the salt cure mixture across the bottom of a large lidded container the size of the fillet. Place the fish on top,…