Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2016 i Australian Home Beautiful

JANUARY BRINGS OUT the most relaxed version of me. The combination of long days and the remarkable sense of happiness and satisfaction that only a wonderful Christmas season can bring definitely play a part. But what makes this time of the year so special is that we become part of a community where everyone is relaxed. There are endless days when I don’t think about anything else but what the next meal might be. There’s no need to check my emails or sit in traffic – in fact, there is no rush at all. Being surrounded by people in the same state of mind is also part of the magic. We make approximate times to meet rather than definitive ones and, instead of waiting impatiently for the other to show,…

Long luscious days and dusks spent soaking in sea breezes – this is the time of the year to celebrate the sunshine. Embrace the season by decorating spaces both inside and out with soft, delicate textures and natural finishes for perfect retreats among lush tropical greenery. All that’s left is to close your eyes and be hypnotised by the sound of rolling waves.…

Manufactum “I was recently in Berlin and just loved this multi-level store, which is full of heritage and timeless quality. It sells everything from beautiful wrapping paper from Florence [above] to the best garden tools. All the products are made in Germany or elsewhere in Europe and they offer a tightly curated collection. I particularly loved their wooden houses that are designed for specific animals, such as a butterfly or ladybird house for the garden. I bought a heavy-duty mechanical pencil for sketching and I love using it.” Bookmark: manufactum.com. “I love the Double Bay Central Library. It’s the perfect place to work outside of the office. I go there to pore over reference books when I’m designing new collections” ~ Jennifer (above) THE COOK AND BAKER “This is my…

“This view is kind of like therapy for me. It is extraordinarily beautiful” ~ Iva THERE’S A DELICIOUS ANTICIPATION that comes walking down the short, steep steps into Iva Davies’ light-filled home on Sydney’s far northern beaches. There is the thrill, of course, of meeting one of Australia’s most famous and beloved rock stars, whose band, Icehouse, continues to captivate fans more than 30 years after launching onto the music scene. The jaw-dropping moment, however, comes as you step inside the two-storey, four-bedroom property and absorb the breathtaking views across coral-coloured sand and rolling surf, out to the shimmer and haze of the deep blue sea. “I spend a lot of time sitting out there, staring,” says Iva, who bought the house in 1988 and was drawn to the area…

“A home is like a piece of clothing. It hasn’t lived until it’s worn” ~ Peter FASHION DESIGNER Peter Morrissey has made a successful career out of defying expectations. When it was all about minimalist austerity, he went flamboyant. When everyone else was embracing wild prints, he was revelling in monochrome. When the rest of the fash-pack were wringing their immaculately manicured hands over the fact that noone was spending $1000 on a dress after the global financial crisis, he joined forces with Big W to create a line of homewares and clothing that made their stylish way into countless Australian homes. Likewise, Peter’s own abode in Sydney is a surprise. Close enough to Sydney Harbour to catch salty breezes, this is no showpiece ripped from an overly stylised lifestyle…

Renee and Goran had set their hearts on a gorgeous south Brisbane block; the near-derelict 1950s building on the property, not so much. “Nobody wanted to touch it,” Renee says, “and it hadn’t been renovated since being built more than 60 years before. I don’t think it’d even had a coat of paint.” Builder Goran, put off by the home’s asbestos lean-to, moss-covered roof and ancient kitchen and bathroom, initially wanted to raze the entire thing, but Renee, an architect, had ideas of preserving the classic design. “Renee had a vision of what it could become and I could see the potential,” Goran recalls. Where others would have envisaged a lot of hard yakka, Renee saw charm and a drawcard in the block’s 22-metre frontage. “Part of the appeal was…

JUST AS THERE ARE all kinds of options for your kitchen sink, bathroom basins come in many shapes and styles, from under-mounted and semi-recessed to freestanding. But the one that has risen above its utilitarian function to claim a place as the bathroom’s centrepiece is the vessel sink. Settled in the centre of a new or refurbished timber cabinet, or paired with statement tapware on a sheet of marble or stone, above-counter basins now come in myriad materials and forms that are serving as storytellers, stamping interiors with dazzling elegance in some cases, raw beauty in others. They also look particularly impressive in a powder room, where you can let your imagination run riot with a truly standout look. Here’s what you need to know to make them work for…

AT HOME BEAUTIFUL, we believe great style is built on a timeless foundation to which it’s easy to add the odd twist, as seasonal colourways and new moods capture our attention. Fabulous basic homewares are the fundamentals you will want to keep forever – they are impervious to fashion, crafted to last and can even improve with age. Some may even become the next generation of heirlooms. So, here’s to the classics we can build a home around – may they share with us decades of stylish living. DINING DELIGHTS LOOK FOR TOP-QUALITY MATERIALS AND WELL-CRAFTED SHAPES FOR TIMELESS APPEAL + THE PERFECT NAPERY is made from quality linen which, with every use and every wash, actually becomes softer and more lustrous. Linen comes up beautifully when ironed – if…

VIETNAMESE CRISPY TURMERIC CREPES WITH CHICKEN VERMICELLI SALAD See recipe on page 194 RAW SALAD WITH QUINOA & CITRUS TAHINI DRESSING See recipe on page 195 GREEN SMOOTHIE Serves 2 (makes 3 cups) 1 wedge (300g) pineapple, peeled, cored, chopped ½ large green apple, cored, chopped 1 lime, quartered, skin removed ½ medium Lebanese cucumber, chopped 80g kale leaves, stalks removed 15 mint leaves 2cm-piece ginger, peeled 1 cup pure coconut water 6 ice cubes 1. Put all ingredients in a powerful blender and blend until completely smooth. If using a small blender, make in 2 batches. 2. Pour into glasses and serve immediately. SALAD GREENS GET A fresh SHAKE-UP IN THIS feel-good DRINK ALMOND MILK & CHIA PUDDINGS WITH MANGO See recipe on page 195 VIETNAMESE CRISPY TURMERIC CREPES…

THERE’S A SCENE in the 1988 film Big that crystallises the allure of bunk beds. In the comedy, Tom Hanks plays a boy who wakes up in the body of a man and goes on to become a successful toy executive. When a colleague at his firm tries to seduce him with “a sleepover”, he agrees but only on the condition that “I get to be on top”. A rapid edit later and it’s clear that this was a bunk-bed-based double entendre – and you don’t get many of them these days. At its simplest and most basic level of design, the bunk bed was a vertical masterpiece of space saving. Two kids could now inhabit one room and have enough floor space to get into arguments over. But once…

Vintage love HOME BEAUTIFUL EDITOR WENDY MOORE CELEBRATES HER LOVE OF COUNTRY CHARM WTH A VINTAGE TWIST IN THIS MOODBOARD, CREATED USING THE HOUSE RULES APP Red alert HB DESIGNER YASMINE PARKER DELVED INTO THE HOME BEAUTIFUL IMAGE GALLERY ON THE HOUSE RULES APP TO CREATE A MOODBOARD WHERE THIS VIBRANT HUE IS THE HERO Colonial style USING HER OWN COLLECTED IMAGES, “STEPHY KATE” SHARED HER INSPIRATIONAL MOODBOARD ON PINTEREST, USING THE HOUSE RULES POWERED BY HOME BEAUTIFUL APP Would you like your inspiration to appear in the pages of HB? Then share your moodboards using #homelove and #houserulesapp…

“I can’t work in a small space… that’s from growing up in a church with high ceilings” ~ Anna THE CHURCH HALL that TV personality, cookbook author and Junior MasterChef judge Anna Gare and her husband, Australian basketball great Luc Longley, recently moved into holds many memories – Anna’s parents Bob and Kate still live next door in the converted Fremantle church where she and her three siblings grew up. “I remember dad, an architect, shouting at us when we were young, ‘Can you kids please be quiet!’ And we’d say, ‘Well, it’s your fault. You built this place!’ ” says Anna with a laugh. She and Luc divide their time between this city base and a country property four-and-a-half hours’ drive to the south. “We knew I was still…

The beauty of Cloth & Co’s latest range of cushions, throws and homewares lies not only in the quality of the hand-stitched, -printed and -loomed materials but also in the social and ethical story behind the products. The company supports rural Indian communities by utilising their traditional and artisanal skills to craft elegant homewares and accessories. It’s style with a conscience.…

The first time Simone stepped into her waterfront home, all she could see was a wall. “I couldn’t believe it – the house was right on the main canal but you couldn’t see the water at all,” she says. “It was as if it had been bought off-plan and just plonked on the land with absolutely no consideration of the location.” Still, she wasn’t deterred, or put off that the home, located in a bayside suburb in Brisbane’s south, was incredibly dated. She just warned her husband, Richard, that they were in for a major renovation. “I knew what I wanted,” she says. “The walls had to come out to maximise the view and allow the light in, and it needed a cool, India Hicks-style vibe.” The couple didn’t have…

One Brisbane couple restores a classic Queenslander to create a chic and very sweet family home. Plus, how to work the latest trend in bathroom sinks, four brilliant new looks for the kitchen, beautiful home basics that will last a lifetime and holiday home 101s. For details of this gorgeous room, see page 142.…

WHO HASN’T SPENT the odd hour on vacation lingering in front of the local real-estate agent’s window, fantasising about owning a piece of holiday heaven? More than half-a-million Australians have taken the dream a giant step further and are now the proud owners of every type of getaway, from winter lodges to beachside boltholes. Turn the page to take a closer look at one family’s enticing Mornington Peninsula retreat and come on a journey as we share expert tips on creating the ideal escape, for homeowners and holidaymakers alike. “As soon as we arrive, we literally just plonk our bags down, open up all the windows and a bottle of wine, and the kids head to the beach on their bikes” ~ Jo The scent of salty air hits Jo,…

ROAST CARROT PÂTÉ This is a very good, simple starter, snack or lunchbox treat you can vary according to your own tastes and whims. If you’re not keen on the taste of caraway, use cumin or coriander seeds instead. Toasting and grinding your own spice gives maximum depth of flavour, but it’s fine to use ready-ground spices, too. Serves 2-4 as a starter or snack ¼ tsp caraway seeds About 150g cream cheese 50-200g roast carrots Finely grated zest of ½ lemon, plus a squeeze of juice 1-2 tsp finely chopped dill fronds Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1. Put the caraway seeds in a small frying pan over a medium-high heat and lightly toast until fragrant, about 20-30 seconds. Using a pestle and mortar, bash the seeds to…

winning letter I’ve subscribed to Home Beautiful for more than four years and it has influenced me, through a massive renovation, to create a home I love. I was particularly inspired by your 90th birthday celebration issue in November, as that month is also my birthday. I decided to make your passionfruit naked cake with white chocolate frosting for my birthday and have a high tea. It really was a lovely way to celebrate with family and friends in my home – and I was able to use the beautiful vintage crockery that my gran used to collect. Brooke Cooper, West Hobart, Tas, via email This month’s prize… is a Nespresso Breville ‘Citiz & Milk’ in Chrome coffee maker with an integrated Aeroccino3 milk frother, valued at $399. Visit breville.com.au…

floor art Hub of out-of-the-box furniture design, Dutch brand Moooi has launched a flooring offshoot, Moooi Carpets. Not just any floor fillers, mind you, but a boundary-pushing range that uses the newest technology to print photo-realistic designs on to carpets and rugs. Leading designers have created works for the new collection, including Moooi’s artistic director Marcel Wanders, whose pieces include ‘Crystal Ice’ (left) and ‘Eden Queen’ (below). Dutch designer Edward van Vliet’s ‘Celestial’ is pictured top left. From $2950; spacefurniture.com.au. timeworn treasure ‘DISTRESSED WALLS’ I S THE NEW RANGE OF RICHLY INTRIGUING WALLPAPERS FROM DESIGNER KERRIE BROWN. ‘ DAMAGED GOODS’ (ABOVE; $89/SQM) SEES THE EX-FILM-SET DECORATOR CREATE A FASCINATING WORK THAT RECALLS PEELING PLASTER, DISINTEGRATING DAMASK, WALL CRACKS AND OTHER FAULTS WALLPAPER WOULD USUALLY DISGUISE. SHOW-STOPPING FADED EXOTIC SCENES AND…

“The table is perfect. Because it’s a bit distressed, it doesn’t matter if the boys scratch it” ~ Silvia SILVIA COLLOCA and her sons, Raphael, eight, and Miro, five, are gathered around the generous kitchen island bench in their home on Sydney’s northern beaches, making a ricotta-and-apple cake for afternoon tea. The boys take turns cracking eggs, mixing the batter and sneaking a taste whenever their mum turns her back. The kitchen, which expands into the open-plan living area, scored big points when Silvia and her husband, actor Richard Roxburgh, were looking for a home. “When I walked into the kitchen, I knew we’d found the right house,” remembers Silvia. “What I love about it, besides the bench, is the oven. It’s massive! I can roast two chickens and a…

RUGBY LEAGUE STAR Corey Parker and his wife Margaux love to entertain whenever his commitments to the Brisbane Broncos and Queensland’s State of Origin team allow. So the couple, who have lived in and renovated a number of homes over the years, decided their ideal residence would sit on lush grounds, where their children – Memphis, five, Wylei, four, and Jagger, 18 months – could run free in the sunshine and friends could relax over long afternoon barbecues. The problem was finding a home that could satisfy some of their other requirements. “I had some prerequisites,” says Corey, who, besides playing for the Broncos since 2001, has been a hot rod fan for many years. “I wanted enough room for my two hot rods, space to ride the quad bikes,…

LOCATED ON QUEENSLAND’S Sunshine Coast hinterland, about 90 minutes north of Brisbane, Eumundi is a bustling, leafy town renowned for hosting the largest art and craft market in Australia. The market is held on Wednesdays and Saturdays, when more than 600 market stalls flood the township. But when they all pack up and leave, Eumundi still has plenty of great stores to explore. STOP 1 | Community Projects Worldwide Showcasing the quality and beauty of Fair Trade handicrafts from around the world, this eclectic store shines the spotlight on the work of artisans, while helping to educate and support disadvantaged communities. Owner Pru McMillan says every item has a soul and a unique quality. “Whether it’s figurines from Kenya, tableware from South Africa or Tagua jewellery from Ecuador, you can…

While she was at art school and working part-time as a massage therapist, Dominique struck up a unique deal with a carpenter client: he would make her a bed in exchange for seven massages. Ten years later, she still sleeps soundly on that handmade bed – as does the man who crafted it. “It’s the first thing Brad ever made for me,” says Dominique, about the handsome piece of furniture her partner built from recycled hardwood. This couple’s love story is one of creativity and individuality, and proof of both abounds in their home on Sydney’s northern beaches. Brad, a carpenter and builder, and Dominique, a chef who has worked at such dining luminaries as Sydney’s Bennelong and The Bathers’ Pavilion, fell for the former holiday house in 2012. The…

Who lives here? Amanda, a childcare centre director; her husband Jeff, an electrician; their children Hudson, four, Charlie, 13 months, and Poppy, four months; and dogs Lulu and Lenny. Location: Inner southern suburbs of Brisbane. Original property: A four-bedroom 1916 Queenslander, with modern additions. Time frame: Eighteen months, on and off. Why this house? Amanda grew up next door, where her parents still live, and, as a child, was intrigued by the house, which had been given numerous “makeovers” in the 1950s and ’60s. “When the property came up for sale, we were nervous about the size of the project, but when it didn’t sell at auction, we made an offer and it was accepted,” she says. “We knew it would be a big job, especially with a baby and both working full-time, but we…

surface paradise With the trend for timber, natural and stone finishes continuing to grow, Laminex has introduced 20 designs to its 2016 range. Lovely, light timber woodgrains such as Rural Oak (above), Honey Elm and Washed Knotty Ash are impressive – as are Silver Riftwood and Blackened Elm, which work the darker end of the timber spectrum. Light grey hues are also well covered, with Concrete Formwood and Greige Textile, while the veined marble additions of Carrara Bianco and Grigio Grafite are sure to tickle a renovator’s fancy. From $88.33/sqm (plus fabrication and installation costs); laminex.com.au. home and hosed SERIOUS HOME COOKS LOVE THE IDEA OF FLEXIBLEHOSE KITCHEN MIXER TAPS, BUT THE LOOK CAN BE DISAPPOINTING. THREE RELEASES FROM PHOENIX TAPWARE SHOULD SATISFY THOSE LOOKING FOR STYLE, FUNCTIONALITY AND DURABILITY.…

Satisfy New Year resolutions, and your tastebuds, with our delectable detox menu. Plus, learn to love your Christmas leftovers with delicious recipes from River Cottage UK’s Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall that transform festive odds and ends into a sumptuous spread.…

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS Too busy to sort out dinner for the family tonight? Pepper Leaf, a food-to-your-door service, could be just the answer. Using yummy recipes from the pages of New Idea and Better Homes and Gardens, Pepper Leaf delivers locally sourced ingredients for your chosen dishes fresh to your door every Saturday morning (available in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide metro areas). Priced at $9.90 per plate, orders can be placed for two, four or six people over three, four or five nights. Delivery is free. Visit pepperleaf.com.au or call (03) 8824 9838. Little know-it-all IMAGINE COOKING DINNER AT THE PUSH OF A BUTTON. TEFAL’S CUISINE COMPANION ALMOST ACHIEVES THAT AS IT CAN DO THE WORK OF UP TO 10 APPLIANCES, FROM MAKING PASTRY TO WHIPPING UP SOUP. SIMPLY ADD…

planning Before you dive in, think about which pool will complement your home and lifestyle. “Consider how often you’ll use it and whether it’s for exercise, family fun, lounging around or simply cooling off,” says Dave Rochford of Laguna Pools. The best location is often in an area where it forms a focal point from your main living area and enables you to keep an eye on the kids, says Dominic Schuiling of Momentum Pools. “Ensure the size is suited to the block and it’s designed so the gate, steps and surrounds allow you to transition easily between the pool and outdoor entertaining areas,” he explains. The connecting areas are also key. “Often it’s best to build pools on boundary fencing to conserve space and integrate existing walls, so the…

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THE HEIGHT OF SUMMER STYLE Breeze through summer in designer style with the new Airfusion Type A ceiling fan. Equipped with a DC motor, which uses less electricity than standard ceiling fans, choose from black, koa, brushed chrome with teak blades or white with teak blades.12-speed remote included. Visit beaconlighting.com.au. FILL YOUR HOME WITH MUSIC Share the music you love including playlists, music streaming services, CDs and even vinyl! This chic wireless speaker talks to MusicCast devices around your home with a simple, intuitive app. Welcome to multi-room entertainment, welcome to MusicCast. Yamaha PLUS RRP $349. Visit au.yamaha.com. EVERYDAY PLEASURE Moccona believes that great pleasure is to be found in the smallest indulgence. Its Moccona Espresso capsules for the Caffitaly System deliver the highest expression of Moccona you’ve ever tasted…