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WHAT BEGAN AS A POPULAR waterfront holiday destination for wealthy Americans has evolved into an interior style movement that is loved around the world – including right here in Australia. Our sunny climate and laidback lifestyle lend themselves nicely to the weatherboard facades, easy-flow layouts and classically layered interiors of these charming homes, while providing plenty of scope to add our own Aussie spin to the look. In this special issue of Home Beautiful, you’ll see Hamptons style interpreted in a number of home styles and locations, from traditional Queenslanders, to inner-city Federation homes and country cottages. Bright, light, fresh and airy, these homes evoke a sense of effortless elegance from the very second you step through the front door. There are also plenty of ideas and advice on how…

THE HEART OF THE HOME (in more ways than one), a Hamptons-style kitchen is usually situated in a central position, with easy access to the outdoors, while also serving as a place for family members to gather and spend time together. Therefore, it needs to be beautifully spacious and have an easy flow, with generous, easy-to-clean benchtops, lots of storage (shaker-profile, of course) and an abundance of light courtesy of large windows or French doors. Materials and finishes are good quality and favour classic, neutral tones – think white, veined marble; glossy tiles; whitewashed or dark-stained floors and chrome or brass fixtures. Light fittings are equally impressive, lending texture and flair to the look. Wrought iron chandeliers, glass pendants, woven shades, brass wall sconces, even table lamps – all have…

THE BEAUTY OF HAMPTONS STYLE is that it pairs beautifully with so many other interior aesthetics – country, coastal, French provincial or Scandinavian – and the living room is the perfect place for these complementary worlds to meet. Neutral floors, classic joinery and ornate plasterwork lay the foundation against which your personal style can be expressed. The trick is to fill these spaces with cosy layers that mean something to you – that might be an armchair upholstered in a favourite print, a statement chandelier, treasured artworks, a textural rug, vases of fresh blooms or shelves full of trinkets gathered on travels. The homes on the following pages exemplify laidback living. From sitting around the fire playing board games, to fixing a sundowner from the drinks cart or lazing away…

WHEN IT COMES TO DECORATING children’s bedrooms in a Hamptons style, the trick is to create a timeless space that can be tailored to your little one’s personality. Try to incorporate design elements seen elsewhere in your home, be it stained timber floors, V-groove panelled walls or ornamental light fittings, then introduce some child-friendly touches. For the bed, look to metal bed frames, quilted bedheads or built-in bunks, layered with soft linens, plush blankets and monogrammed pillows. Have fun with colour and pattern, leaning into the nautical look with striped wallpaper or anchor motifs, embracing chinoiserie in curtains and bedlinen or throwing in some palm trees and pineapples for a British colonial feel. Storage is the key to keeping these spaces organised – think toy chests, bookshelves or freestanding wardrobes…

RELAXED LIVING IS A CORNERSTONE of Hamptons design, accentuated by an easy indoor-outdoor connection. It ties in nicely with Australia’s love of the outdoors, with a sundrenched patio, pergola-topped deck, pool house or covered outdoor room acting as an extension to the interiors for year-round relaxation and entertaining. Architectural details and decor mirrors those elements used inside – think V-groove panelled walls, whitewashed floors or stone pavers, and crisp white paint offset with greys or blues. Furniture is usually cane, wicker or timber and topped with cushions and throws in hardy outdoor materials. Hurricane lanterns, ornate planters and woven rugs provide decorative flourishes. In winter, a fire pit extends the life of the backyard, with a couple of Adirondack chairs positioned to soak up its warmth. With their reclining backs…

FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT, and none more so than in a Hamptons home. These picturesque facades paint an appealing picture of sophistication and nostalgia, with their ornate gables and architectural embellishments, sandstone or weatherboard walls, neat shutters and coastal light fixtures. Colour schemes of white, grey, black or blue are stately and approachable in equal measure, setting the tone for what’s to come inside. Stepping across the threshold, foyers and entrances draw you in with their high ceilings, ornate mouldings or sweeping staircases. A console or bench seat gives these spaces functionality, while decorative elements offer an initial taste of the home’s interiors. Transitional spaces like hallways and landings deserve special treatment, be it with an eye-catching wallpaper, sculptural pendant or statement chair. Traditionally a thoroughfare that you would simply travel…

EQUAL PARTS ELEGANT AND INVITING, the dining room plays an integral role in a Hamptons home, where entertaining is a large part of the lifestyle. These rooms are often located within easy reach of the kitchen, so friends can congregate around the dining table and chat easily with their hosts while they work away at the kitchen island. High ceilings, bifold doors and large windows bathe these rooms in natural light, while their open layouts, easy-clean surfaces and neutral palettes ensure a level of comfort and serenity. Hamptons spaces look best when they’ve been styled and furnished over time – not everything needs to match, but it should feel cohesive. For the dining room, an antique dining table might be surrounded by slipcovered chairs or upholstered chairs in mismatched fabrics.…

SERVING AS THE PERFECT HOME-AWAY-FROM-HOME, Hamptons bedrooms are almost hotel-like in look and feel. It’s all about relaxation, with beds piled high with cloud-like quilts, plump pillows, cosy throws and cushions galore, but there’s also a sense of luxury, with classic joinery, picture rails and wainscoting all standard inclusions. Curved fabric bedheads and wallpapers in striped, floral or filligree prints make a stylish statement, while sisal rugs or wool carpets lend an extra layer of warmth and comfort to the room. Window treatments are important for controlling light and temperature – look to a combination of blinds and curtains or traditional plantation shutters, such as the Luxaflex PolySatin Shutters. Decor is traditionally coastal-inspired, but feel free to mix it up and personalise these rooms to your own tastes – after…

WITH A FRESH WHITE PALETTE, classic fixtures and long-lasting finishes, the Hamptons bathroom will never date. It starts with the materials – marble is a popular choice, used en masse on walls and floors, or in smaller doses as a benchtop, wall niche or maybe just a marble tray on the vanity. The daily rituals of cleaning teeth or washing hands are made all the more special thanks to shaker-profile vanities topped with ceramic sinks and traditional tapware in a range of metallic finishes, while bathtime becomes an occasion courtesy of deep, freestanding tubs with pedestal bases or claw feet. Adding to the overall ambience, fluffy towels, sweet-smelling soaps and vases of fresh flowers bring luxe hotel vibes, while framed mirrors, ornate lighting and swathes of wallpaper inject decorative flair.…