Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2026 i Australian Home Beautiful

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SHOP | DISCOVER | DECORATE | STYLE | EXPLORE WARM WISHES The H&M Home holiday collection mixes a neutral festive palette with classic red and green accents in cushion covers, candle holders and paper ornaments. Find them in H&M Home stores. Red centre Interior design studio Fiona Lynch Office has collaborated with Waverley Mills to create the Desert Field throw range with four colourways (seen below in Ormiston, $499). Go to waverley mills.com. SHOP WATCH Designer and stylist Kerrie-Ann Jones (left) has launched a Sydney showroom in Caringbah. She’ll offer art, ceramics and furniture, and be available for consultations. See kerrieannjones.com. FINE DINING The Wedgwood festive collection has landed and we’ve added the ‘Red Splendour’ plate, $149/27cm, and mug in Red/ White, $119, (both above) to our wish list. Browse…

AT A GLANCE Who Artist, designer and maker Sarah Stamm from Salisbury & Maude. What she does Sews, “naughty” quilts (her own rule-breaking way), and offers photographic prints of handmade wreaths. Where In her light-filled, fabric-filled workspace at home near Beechworth, Victoria. Why she does it “It just comes from my heart, soul and mind, and originality is important to me.” Visit @salisburyandmaude “I’ve always loved floral botanical work. My mum had a beautiful, simple garden” From her hilltop home on 22 acres outside Beechworth in Victoria – amid views of the Victorian Alps – artist Sarah Stamm lives to create. “I make every day,” she says. As the heart and soul of Instagram-based handmade brand Salisbury & Maude, Sarah is guided by experimentation. “I don’t follow patterns. I sketch…

LATE NIGHT SOIREE ‘Dempsey’ ottoman in Sahel Kale Molmic CC04, $1704/large, Molmic. On ottoman, clockwise from top left ‘Valencia’ tray, from $129, Freedom. Morgan & Finch ‘Remy’ fluted squat glass vase in Cinnamon (not seen, used as vase), $49.95, Bed Bath N’ Table. ‘Matin’ small table lamp, $490, Hay. All books (throughout), Kinokuniya Sydney. ‘Vintage Table’ condiment bowl in Jade, $39.95, Robert Gordon. Olive cocktail pick in Gold, $125/set of 4, Corey Ashford. ‘Oyster’ incense holder in Brass, $90, Corey Ashford. Ferm Living ‘Fein’ bottle opener in Brass, $44.90, Design Stuff. ‘Chloe’ marble cheeseboard in Bruno Pink, $99, Few & Far. ‘Peppe’ cheese knife set, $69/set of 3, Kate Nixon. Vintage brass serving vessel, $45/small, Kate Nixon. Prosecco glasses, $225/set of 2, and cocktail coasters in Brass, $165/set of 2,…

INSIDE STORY Rachel & Ryan’s home Who stays here? Rachel and Ryan Carr of ‘The Block’ fame, pictured with their children Everleigh, eight (centre), Mila, seven (right), and Tommy, four (left), plus Charlie the family’s Cavoodle. Do you get out here very often? “It’s a holiday rental and it’s booked up constantly, so we try to block out time to stay. Since our TV show ‘Holiday Home Makeover’ aired earlier this year, it’s been mayhem.” What’s your festive style? “Every year we do a different tree theme, but I like to keep things quite traditional when it comes to Christmas. I'm a red, green, gold and silver girl.” What’s your favourite feature? “Definitely the Cosentino stone – the kitchen benchtop is five metres long; it’s a real showstopper. We also…

We love Christmas so much, we did it twice. Yep, as you can see, this is a second seasonal issue. While last month was more about the lead-up, now December is officially here, we can really get going with our festivities! I joke with my teammates and say every issue, for me, is like Christmas: I give the team my wishlist of features, and at the end of the month I pore over a gorgeous magazine, website and socials full of exactly what I wanted and more! One such feature is A Place to Gather from page 51, a photoshoot that sets the scene for many a Christmas Eve and morning – time spent in the living room, on the floor around an ottoman. I don’t know about you, but…

A MONTH OUT Just like Santa, in the lead-up to Christmas, I make a list. But I check it more than twice. You see, over the years I’ve been caught out on a variety of things – not disasters, but my gosh they’re annoying. Hence, the list. To help The Big Day go a little smoother, here’s what I do. One month out I like to give the house a deep clean, and then just keep on top of things throughout the entertaining season. It means you’re always ready for impromptu pop-ins. But there are some things you may forget. Like, descaling the coffee machine. It’s maddening to see the little light flash right when you’re taking a post-dinner coffee order. Next, I turn my attention to food supplies. I…

A couple of years ago, stuck in lockdown, I fell down a YouTube rabbit hole of American Christmas decorating and thought, ‘Why don’t we do this in Australia?’ So I started sharing my own holiday videos, and they just blew up. On my podcast Home & Hosting with Loui Burke, I love doing deep dives into design and decorating, but the TikToks are a fun way to cover the trends quickly – what’s in, what’s out and what’s coming next. And this year, here’s what I’m seeing that’s in (or about to be). Evergreen A big trend I’m noticing in stores this year is what they’re calling the woodland or evergreen look, which is all about greens, earthy browns and warm tans. It works in every kind of home, whether…

Clockwise from top left Titanium ‘Always Pan Pro’ frying pan with lid and spatula, $295/27.6cm, Our Place. ‘Solo Shadow’ The Sheen cream eyeshadows, $42 each, Merit. Ebon Veil body wash, $65/500ml, Baina. ‘Bloom’ bowl in mirrored stainless steel, $315/small, Georg Jensen. ‘Hybrid’ carry-on suitcase in Silver, $485, Monos. ‘Fish’ lemon squeezer, $20, Mesa. ‘Sky’ stainless steel water bottle, $115, Georg Jensen. KitchenAid ‘KSM195 Artisan Series’ tilt-head stand mixer in Contour Silver, $1049, David Jones. Steel espresso cup and saucer, $25, In The Roundhouse. ‘Minimalism’ ice cream cups, $70 each, Love Écru. Clockwise from top left Bow placemats, $34.99/set of 2, H&M. ‘Bronte’ bookmark in Cognac, $59, Oroton. ‘Kyler’ table lamp in Red, $89.95, Freedom. Ginger Biscuit cologne, $270/100ml, Jo Malone London. Oroton ‘Florence’ bag in Currant, $429/small, The Iconic. ‘Bobbin’…

Making your bathroom sparkle in time for guests is probably high on your to-do list, but if you’ve had to squeeze yourself and your cleaning kit around the room to deal with limescale, mould and mucky grout, you could be planning a bathroom overhaul. The good news? There are ways to create a low-maintenance wash zone that not only looks great, but becomes simple to look after for future Christmas clean-ups. Here’s how. 1 Materials matter Bigger can certainly be better when it comes to tiles. "Bigger tiles mean fewer grout lines to scrub, and going for grey or tinted grout helps disguise marks and stains over time,” says Annabelle McQuillan, principal designer at Bespoke Belle Building Design. Mid-toned tiles, or ones with subtle texture, can also effectively camouflage grime,…

HOMEBEAUTIFULMAG @HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL.COM.AU PINTEREST.COM/HOMEBEAUTIFUL HOMEBEAUTIFUL@AREMEDIA.COM.AU THE DAILY HOME EDIT Home Beautiful INSTA LOVE THIS MONTH ON INSTAGRAM, WE WRAPPED UP OUR COVERAGE OF THE BLOCK WITH A WALKTHROUGH OF THE WINNING HOME, GREETED BY THE CLEVER CHAMPIONS THEMSELVES, @BRITTANDTAZ ALL WE WANT FOR CHRISTMAS THE HB TEAM’S WISHLIST “The dreamy Phillip Jeffries ‘Vista’ wall mural at The Textile Company is perfect for my powder room and will fit neatly down the chimney. Thank you, Santa!” Julia Fairley, senior copy editor “Every year I create HB’s Christmas gift guide so the entire article is compiled of goodies I would love to receive. A Santa list with dozens of items? I think I’ve been nice enough for that.” Alice Ierace, art director “The ‘Fish’ lemon squeezer from Mesa is too cute. I…

The front of your home sets the tone for the season ahead. “It’s the first glimpse of your Christmas spirit,” says Jade Pausewang, creative director at Provincial Home Living. Be it a brilliant red bow, twinkling lights or a touch of greenery, small touches bring a sense of warmth and joy. “It’s a simple way to spread a little joy before anyone even steps inside,” she adds. It’s not just the decorative elements that make your home’s entry feel like a breath of fresh air. “A neatly trimmed hedge, freshly swept path or pressure-washed steps instantly elevate your entry,” shares Jade. “A quick coat of paint on the front door or crisp white trims can make everything feel new.” Beyond the threshold, continue that feeling of comfort. “If you have…

This “ugly, ’80s, dark and dingy brick house” was not high on Nicola’s wishlist when she and her husband Nick were looking for a home to buy in Brisbane. But at Nick’s insistence, she went along to the open inspection and was instantly enamoured with the property’s views over the Brisbane River. The house itself left a lot to be desired. “The original owner built it as two houses in one for his extended family, with two kitchens, two sets of stairs, two TV rooms, et cetera,” says Nicola. “It sounds great, but in reality there were tiny rooms everywhere and it was a rabbit warren. I didn’t think there was anything to salvage and, in short, it was just easier to start again.” “EVERYONE ADVISED US AGAINST PUTTING THE…

SUAVE STYLE Gift sets, from top left The Great Skin Trio gift set, $173/ set of 3, Merit. Herbal Recovery Revitalise Ritual gift set, $200/set of 4, Jurlique. Prevage Timeless Transformation gift set, $235/set of 4, Elizabeth Arden. O.P.I Nature Strong Trio gift set, $46.95/set of 3, David Jones. Ultra Daily gift set, $235/set of 3, Ultraceuticals. 48hr Reset Kit gift set, $129/set of 5, Sans [Ceuticals]. Elemis Balm & Bright Cleansing Balm Trio gift set, $137/set of 3, Mecca. Hand cream cracker set in Fig & Toasted Chestnut, $135/set of 6, Al.ive Body. Davines Oi Kit gift set, $128.95/set of 3, Adore Beauty. Circa Alchemy White Tea & Wild Mint Hand Care Duo gift set, $69.95/set of 2, David Jones. Limited-edition Serene Spirit Shampure Body Calming Essentials gift set,…

Curating moments of joy and togetherness comes naturally to Jessica Nguyen, a cook, consummate host, and all-round creative who lives in Melbourne with her husband Liam Condon and their two-year-old son, Jamie. Come Christmas time, Jessica embraces the festivities with a no-limits approach. She layers her young family’s 100-year-old semi-detached home with handmade decorations, and she sets her tables with an abundance of delicious food, drink and chic styling details, amounting to a feast for the eyes and the belly. “I’m putting in extra effort this year, because it’s Jamie’s third Christmas and I know the magic of the season will be really important to him,” says Jessica. “Plus, it’s our turn to host all our family.” When Jessica was made redundant from her role in beauty PR in 2020,…

Raspberry limoncello bomb SERVES 12 Prep 30 minutes, plus 3–4 hours freezing 750g store-bought pandoro ¼ cup (60ml) limoncello 1L raspberry sorbet 1L vanilla ice-cream 750g mascarpone cream 300ml thickened cream ¼ cup (35g) icing sugar mixture, plus extra to dust ¼ cup (30g) freeze dried raspberries, crushed 1 tsp red food colouring, optional 6–7 punnets raspberries 1 Using a large serrated knife, slice about 2cm from the base of the pandoro, trim and reserve the base. Using a 13cm round as a guide and leaving a 2cm-thick edge, cut into the underside of the cake and remove the centre to make a hollow. Brush lightly with 1 tablespoon limoncello. 2 Line a tray with non-stick baking paper. Place pandoro inverted on tray. Working quickly, spoon sorbet into the hollow,…

Dedicating an entire room in your home’s floor plan to wine storage can feel luxurious, maybe even frivolous. Many homeowners believe they simply don’t have the space, but there’s a strong case to be made in defence of cellars and wine rooms. After all, what other type of room doesn’t just make use of, but actually benefits from, being resigned to a small, dark corner? For some, cellars are a lofty dream that feels out of reach while for others, they offer a way to maximise an awkward, unused space. You could create a large cocktail bar that’s used for entertaining and beverage storage. Or you could keep it simple and size-conscious with basic shelving. Either way, we have the expert advice to help you create the ultimate wine room.…