Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2016 i Real Living Australia

WELCOME TO OUR BUMPER, SUPERCHARGED ISSUE. Where to start? Don’t know about you but I love to read my magazines back-to-front first. I then go to the front and turn each page slowly absorbing it all, tagging pages, multitasking with my iPad next to me, hunting out all the recommended online shops and inspirations. We are seeing so many glorious images from print and digital sources but I personally still love to print out my own online moodboards and photocopy images from magazines and pin them up on the wall. I suppose it’s like a physical Pinterest, Polyvore or Instagram. Creating a moodboard in any space can make a boring room look instantly fun and cool. My office (right) is the perfect example – it has lovely light and overlooks…

MONOCHROME GETS A MODERN makeover with white marble and blackened timber. A hint of brass adds a touch of class while the green chairs bring an energetic pop of colour. Yes, this kitchen is sophisticated, but it’s also totally down to earth, with raw finishes and an easy-to-use layout (function as well as form!). The tiles on the floor are playful, adding pattern to the simple space, and no kitchen is complete without some fresh flowers – bring on the oversized vase of botanicals…

CHEYENNE TOZZI, INTERNATIONAL MODEL, MENTOR ON TV SHOW AUSTRALIA’S NEXT TOP MODEL AND LEAD SINGER WITH VAN HOORN SHE’S HALF DUTCH AND HALF ITALIAN, WITH PARENTS WHO PAINTED AND GRANDPARENTS WHO WERE TRAPEZE ARTISTS, SO IT’S NO SURPRISE CHEYENNE INHERITED SUCH EXOTIC, CREATIVE GENES. Were you a creative child? “Yes, I was. I always loved music. I grew up listening to Rodriguez and Ella Fitzgerald. I’ve always loved art as my parents loved to paint, and our household was always very colourful.” How did you get to where you are now? “I could not be anywhere without the support of my beautiful, strong mother. I have always worked hard and been focused on my career and music – the things that I am most passionate about.” What are you working…

@LOTTAAGATON 59K FOLLOWERS MISTY MORNINGS, MUTED INTERIORS, QUIET MOMENTS AND BEHIND-THE-SCENES SNAPS BY INTERIOR STYLIST LOTTA AGATON (BIG IN THE SWEDISH DESIGN INDUSTRY) MAKE UP THIS ELEGA NT FEED. # FOLLOWNOW @CAESARSTONEAU | 10.2K FOLLOWERS B is for benchtops and C is for Caesarstone’s marble-lous posts of #kitchenworktops and interior inspo, including this beautiful, bespoke dining table by Urbi, made with Caesarstone’s “Calacatta Nuvo”. @MUUTODESIGN | 206K FOLLOWERS YUM. YUM. YUM. LEADING SCANDI LIGHTING, FURNITURE AND HOMEWARES BRAND MUUTO CAN'T PUT A FOOT WRONG, WITH ITS 'GRAM PICS AS DELICIOUS AS ITS PRODUCTS - AND A PERFECT SHOWCASE FOR THEM. FRESH, CLEAN, DESIRABLE. @ARENTPYKE_INOUT | 28.2K FOLLOWERS THE WOMEN BEHIND SYDNEY INTERIORS AGENCY ARENT&PYKE HAVE AN EXCELLENT EYE FOR ALL THINGS INSIDE, WHICH THEY BRING TO THEIR INSTA ACCOUNT -…

PERFECT IMPERFECT by KAREN McCARTNEY (288pp) This book calls out to be picked up and thumbed through, from the silver-splattered cover to the tactile matt pages within. It explores the beauty in the imperfect: the voids, shadows, patinas and textures of interiors. Murdoch Books; $59.99. STAFF PICK DESIGNER CHRISTINA MY PRETTY LITTLE ART CAREER by GRAYSON PERRY (258pp) “I love that this book features a variety of Grayson Perry’s different art techniques,” Christina says. Indeed, it covers the British artist’s ceramic works, metal sculptures, tapestries, prints and drawings, all with a hefty dose of cheeky humour. Museum Of Contemporary Art; $59.95. I WANT TO BE ORGANISED by HARRIET GRIFFEY (143pp) Take the quiz, find out your organisational style then read on to discover how you can whip your home, finances,…

THE MORE LACKLUSTRE THE BETTER! When Sara Ekholm and her boyfriend Andrew Hughes found this 1880s Victorian terraced house, it was completely uninspiring – but it was the exact challenge the creative couple were looking for. “We wanted a project that we could renovate ourselves,” says Sara, who was not only drawn to the more dreary aspects of the building, but also its charms – the unique brick exterior, high ceilings and original Victorian doors. LUSH FOLIAGE INSTANTLY BRINGS LIFE TO A SPACE WHO LIVES HERE? PHOTOGRAPHER/LOCATION AGENT SARA EKHOLM AND HER BOYFRIEND, COMPOSER ANDREW HUGHES Renovation time-frame “We did the renovation over a year, starting on the ground floor then moving up to tackle the rest,” Sara says. More to come The house is a work in progress. “My…

FATSIA JAPONICA Fresh air Dodu bed in Light Grey, $2499 for queen, and Amicable Split bench in White Oak, $1299, Blu Dot. Reaction Poetique side table in Ashwood Stained Black, $2527, Cult. Vertical clothing rail, $330.65, The Minimalist. ON BED Good Vibes quilt cover, $575 for queen, and Peach Bauhaus and Half Hearts pillowcases, $69 each, The Vallentine Project. Linen sheet set in Navy (includes 2 pillowcases, 1 shown), $380 for queen, and Linen Euro pillowcase with border in Olive, $95 for pair (only 1 shown), Cultiver. Penny Round velvet cushion cover in Charcoal, $49, Castle. ON SIDE TABLE Hay “Paper” porcelain coffee cup & saucer, $58, Cult. Raw Space planter, $55, Have You Met Miss Jones; holding peperomia from Garden Life. ON BENCH Mr Kitly x Decor self-watering plant…

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A LARGE MIRRORED WALL CREATES VISUAL SPACE WHO LIVES HERE? KIRSTEN KJAER WEIS, FOUNDER OF ORGANIC MAKE-UP BRAND KJAER WEIS. KJAERWEIS.COM@KJAERWEIS Personal touch Some of Kirsten’s greatest decorating inspiration (especially her love of vintage) comes from the neighbourhood she lives in. “I love the area, it’s the old New York. The beautiful detailed architecture of the tower buildings combined with such narrow streets makes it a unique experience. I love the history you sense here.” Favourite feature For Kirsten, there were two things that sold the loft to her: “the high ceilings and beautiful old windows are amazing”. ON THE TENTH FLOOR of a hundred-year-old building is the characterful home of make-up artist Kirsten Kjær Weis. It’s a slightly narrow but light-filled loft apartment, which she has considerately decorated with…

A peaceful, happy space that has subtle reference points to West Coast USA, summer holidays and the aesthetic of Wes Anderson films was the brief given to Techne Architecture + Interior Design in creating this cafe design – it ticks all the boxes. SPOTTED IT! “ THE QUIRKINESS OF THE TRIANGULAR SPLIT-LEVEL SITE QUICKLY BECAME AN ENJOYABLE DESIGN CHALLENGE FOR US,” SAYS TECHNE SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER JONNY MITCHELL. “WE SOUGHT OUT TO REACH A BALANCE BETWEEN FUNCTIONALITY AND AESTHETIC.” FOUND IT!…

VOLKER HAUG LIGHTING DESIGNER [ABOUT VOLKER] VOLKER WAS A HAIRDRESSER WHO LOVED LIGHTING, SO PUT DOWN HIS SCISSORS 10 YEARS AGO TO DESIGN AND MAKE LIGHTS. VOLKERHAUG.COM I GREW UP in Stuttgart, Germany, lived in Berlin for three years, then gave London a go for three years, before ending up in Australia – where I’ve been living since 2000. GERMAN DESIGNER Ingo Maurer is my absolute lighting guru. He’s had such ubiquitous commercial success, creating work that’s located often within the realms of art rather than design. I love his often humorous, minimalist style and the unexpected materials he uses. He’s broken many of the rules around lighting to come up with unique, sculptural designs. LAST YEAR WAS a major highlight for me when the NGV [National Gallery of Victoria]…

VELCRO LIGHT TO THE WALL OR DRAPE OVER A HOOK YOU WILL NEED PAINT BRUSH & PAINT IN COLOUR OF YOUR CHOICE CARDBOARD TUBE (LIKE A WRAPPING PAPER ROLL) PENDANT - LIGHT CORD SET GLOBE ELECTRICAL TAPE VELCRO STRIPS PROJECT Minimal wall light Step 1 Paint cardboard tube in colour of your choice (we used British Paints in Black Ace). Allow to dry, then paint a second coat. Step 2 Thread pendant cord through tube until fixture comes out the opposite end. Step 3 Attach globe to pendant cord fixture. Pull cord at opposite end to tighten any slack, then fasten cord to inside of tube using tape. Step 4 Fasten light to wall using suitable wall fixtures such as Velcro strips, or hang light by draping the cord over…

WHO LIVES HERE? INTERIOR DESIGNER CAROLE WHITING AND HER DAUGHTERS LUCY, 18, AND MILLIE, 16, AS WELL AS SUKI THE CAT. WHITINGARCHITECTS.COM Innovative design The exterior of the rear of the house was painted black, but no one was worried that the colour would overheat the home. High-tech insulation that looks like a foil quilt, from Kingspan Insulation, was used in the walls, and scissor trusses on the pitched roof that are lined on the inside, leaving an air gap between ceiling and roof to ensure passive insulation. Joint project While Carole focused on the interiors, her partner at Whiting Architects, Steven, designed the building. They teamed with JNC Precision Building and landscape architect Sybille Bruns, from SB Garden Design. MELBOURNE INTERIOR DESIGNER Carole Whiting enjoys a project. While she’s…

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OVER THE NEXT 25 pages you’ll find all kinds of treasures to help you when designing or revamping your kitchen and bathroom. real living stylists Sarah Ellison and Kerrie-Ann Jones redesign these spaces from the ground up using the cool, the new and the beautiful classics. You’ll find ideas to inspire and action with loads of surprising affordable buys – including a perfectly curated selection of taps, sinks, basins, baths, tiles and more – all the items the designers and decorators love and use in their own projects, and a wealth of knowledge to help you transform your home. Oh, and don’t forget the loo! The smallest room in the house can also be the loveliest. Remember, it’s all in the details so leave no soap dish unturned. PS Share…

STYLE STEAL REMOVABLE PALM-PRINT WALLPAPER HOT TROPICS traditional curves are given a fresh twist with tropical wallpaper and tan leather accessories Take a break OPPOSITE Hermitage toilet suite, $1980, and Hermitage 112 console basin with ceramic legs, $4990, Parisi. ON BASIN Uashmama “Weave” bag in Dark Grey, $39, Life Interiors; holding Fejka artificial potted plant, $3.99, Ikea. Gascoigne & King soy jar candle, $55, Top3 By Design. Grown Alchemist handwash in Sweet Orange, Cedarwood & Sage, $29.95 for 500ml, and handcream in Vanilla & Orange Peel, $66.95 for 500ml, Myer. ON WALL Gubi “Adnet” mirror with Tan leather strap, from $1039, Top3 By Design. Frandsen Ball wall lamps in Matt Khaki, $168 each, Designstuff. Leather coat hook in Saddle Tan, $90, Made Measure; holding Missoni Home “Rex” hand towel, $35,…

Fusing effortless elegance with formal grandeur, the Neo Classic look takes classic style into the 21st Century with decadent touches of modern glamour. Old meets new with luxurious finishes offset against pops of bronze and gold, and rich geometrics textures. To see more emerging trends visit www.reece.com.au/trends Contrast rich marble textures with matte blacks and crisp, light whites Inspire subtle glamour with a round mirror Classic styling just got decadent. Sophisticated yet tranquil, bring Neo Classic to life with pure forms, clean lines and geometric silhouettes. Matching textiles and little luxuries add a touch of warm and opulence. Elegant simplicity Play off the classical airiness of neutral tones, with eye-catching accents of metallics and marble. Be bold with black and white. Complete the Neo Classic look with a stunning statement…

The phone numbers and websites below are nominated by the supplier as the national contact number for locating your nearest stockist. INDICATES THAT THE SUPPLIER OFFERS ONLINE OR MAIL-ORDER SHOPPING OR ORDERING ABACUS FLOORING abacusflooring.com.au ABOUT SPACE aboutspace.net.au ACADEMY TILES academytiles.com.au ACQUA BATHROOMS acquabathrooms.com.au ADMONTER admonter.eu/en/home AESOP aesop.com/au AJE a-j-e.com.au AMALFI amalfihomewares.com.au AMBER TILES ambertiles.com.au AMIGOS DE HOY amigosdehoy.com ANAESTHETIC anaestheticdesign.com ANGELUCCI 20TH CENTURY angelucci.net.au ANIBOU anibou.com.au A NOURISHED LIFE nourishedlife.com.au ANTIQUE MIRROR GLASS antiquemirrorglass.com.au ARTEDOMUS artedomus.com ARTEK artek.fi ARTHUR G arthurg.com.au ASOS asos.com/au ASTRA WALKER astrawalker.com.au AUHAUS ARCHITECTURE auhaus-arch.com AURA BY TRACIE ELLIS aurahome.com.au B&B ITALIA bebitalia.com BEACON LIGHTING beaconlighting.com.au BEAUMONT TILES beaumont-tiles.com.au BEC & BRIDGE becandbridge.com.au BEDOUIN SOCIETE bedouinsociete.com BELLINI belliniappliances.com.au B FOR BRIAN bforbrian.com BLANCO blanco-australia.com BLOOMINGDALES bloomingdales.com.au BLU DOT bludot.com.au BOBBY AND TIDE bobbyandtide.com BODEN bodenclothing.com.au…

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IN THIS ISSUE WHAT TO BUY NOW Watch a behind-the-scenes video of the shoot and find out more about the 12 must-have items THE MATHS OF COLOUR Decorating with colour is as easy as 1, 2, 3… but this shoot had a few more steps. See them in this vid MORE FROM THE EASTER SHOOT This fun photoshoot was chock full of chocolate! Watch this video to see how it came together STYLING WITH PLANTS INDOORS Find out more about each of the lovely looks created in our Hot Plants photoshoot TOP TIPS FOR THE KITCHEN Want more expert tips on creating a beautiful and functional kitchen? Watch this video! STYLING YOUR LOVELY LOO Watch and learn how to put together the lovely loo looks from this photoshoot IN THE…

RADIANT GLOW SO SOFT, SO PRETTY. LOCAL STORE LIGHTLY IS NOW STOCKING THE MUUTO “AMBIT” PENDANT (40CM DIAMETER). THE ALUMINIUM SHADE, WITH RUBBER CORD, IS AVAILABLE IN GREY, ROSE AND BLACK WITH WHITE INSIDE FOR A DELICATE CONTRAST AND TO MAXIMISE LIGHT. THEY’RE $485.10 EACH. LIGHTLY.COM.AU BEAUTIFUL BOUDOIR Conceived under starry night skies, boutique bedding biz Kip & Co has just launched its Stardust collection, embracing a very feminine aesthetic. The plain and patterned prints include divine linen sheets and pillowcases in Soft Grey, Desert and Rose, pictured. Fitted and flat sheets are $149 each for queen, and pillowcases are $79 for two. Kipandco.net.au ROCK SOLID Raw, industrial materials such as concrete, marble and oak, softened with an autumnal palette of washed reds and rich browns, with gold and copper…

Collagen is responsible for your skin's elasticity. A high abundance of collagen is why young skin remains taut and smooth. However, as you age collagen production becomes disrupted and your skin loses some of its natural elasticity and firmness. This can result in wrinkles and fine lines. Frank Caruso and his clever team of researchers have developed Caruso's Super Collagen Builder to support the production of collagen in your body and help improve the health of your hair, skin and nails. This delicious tasting formula contains a number of active ingredients including Astaxanthin, Silicon, Vitamin C, Biotin and French Marine Pine Bark. Together, these ingredients support your hair, skin and nails, helping to maintain their health and appearance. Collagen building action Caruso's Super Collagen Builder contains Vitamin C and Silicon.…

FOREVER TREND MONOCHROME ART IS POPULAR FOR A REASON: IT WORKS IN ANY INTERIOR Tri-colour C317 chair by Feelgood Designs, $750, Kabino sideboard in White, $1450, and Low Petal table 4 by Sean Dix, from $450, Curious Grace. ON SIDEBOARD Hübsch porcelain vases in Grey, $54.95 for set of 3, Resident GP. Marble ball (part of Quintessential Shape Set), $159.95 for set of 5, Marble Basics. Loop vase in Terracotta, $29, Curious Grace. Domino game set, $3.89, eBay. For similar orange cube (seen opposite), try wooden Cube sculpture in Neon Orange, $65, Twiggargerie. ON WALL Texture Study 3B art print by Brooke Holm (65cm x 98cm), from $950 unframed, Modern Times. WALL PAINT Haymes Interior Expressions low-sheen acrylic in True Black, Rapunzel (orange), and Zebulon (teal), each $69.95 for 4L. ON FLOOR…

PERFORATED-METAL SCREEN DIVIDES THE SPACE WHILE ORIGINAL, CLASSICAL FEATURES were retained in this 180-sq-m apartment, found in an elegant 1930s building in a bohemian hub, new elements were incorporated to create a more functional, interesting space for the homeowners: Isis Colombe Combréas, her husband Karel Balas, and their children, daughter Hiroko and son Aliocha. The architects responsible for the new design, Andrea Marcante and Adelaide Testa, say their clients gave very clear and precise specifications at the get-go. The home had to be made more functional for the family of four, without any major structural changes. Special attention had to be paid to communal areas, such as the kitchen and study, and private areas – bedrooms and bathrooms – to create different spaces for everyone to retreat to. There was…

FOR YOUR HOME Candles are not only the perfect addition to any vignette around the home, but the fragrance you choose to burn in your home affects emotions and moods, evoking memories and elevating them to everyday moments. Australasian home fragrance company ECOYA is guided by leading perfumers, blending the finest natural waxes with a range of unique fragrances, presenting the most luxurious home fragrance and bodycare experience for both you and your home. ECOYA’s latest limited-edition fragrances are Cherry Blossom & Tuberose and Double Vanilla & Cedarwood – the perfect scents to warm your stylish spaces going into the cooler months. CHERRY BLOSSOM & TUBEROSE The sweet essence of cherry blossom is entwined with notes of leafy greens and balanced out with a white floral bouquet of tuberose. A…

1 modern monochrome STYLE Raw finishes reign in this design, from the ebonised timber cabinetry to the white marble – it’s a modern take on monochrome. So the space doesn’t look too static, we went for patterned black and white floor tiles and oversized brass knobs instead of door handles. DESIGN TIP The style of a kitchen is important, but function should always come first – and that means good storage. Tiffany Buckins, Ikea’s interior design manager, advises going as high as you can with cupboards. “The beauty of modular kitchens is that you can build them as high as you want,” she says. Dark & handsome Tingsryd kitchen cabinetry, $2575 (as seen), Hällviken insert sink in Black, $299, and Aleskär kitchen tap in Chrome-plated/Black, $299, Ikea. Humble HO1 door…

INSPIRING COLOURS AND COOL FINISHES Feminine bathe Kado “Lure” 1760 freestanding oval bath in White, $2031, Reece. Catalano “Zero 50” basin, $1035, Rogerseller. City Plus floor-mounted bath spout in Brushed Brass Organic, $1011, basin mixer, $835, and bottle trap, $368, Brodware. Tonk stool in White, $610, MCM House. Constellation Musca pendant light in Brass (above bath), $2486, and Bala Luxe pendant light in Brass (above sink), $320, Anaesthetic. ON BATH Once Was Lost throw in Natural, $89.95, Luumo. ON BASIN Salus “Tuberose & Grapefruit” handwash, $35, Koskela. Summit soap dish, $12.95, Freedom. Herbivore Botanicals pink clay soap, $18, and Robert Gordon “Barista” latte cup in Slate, $10, Collector Store. ON STOOL Brass candle, $70, SOH Melbourne. Iris bath brush, $34, Funkis. Love x Style x Life book by Garance Doré, $39.95,…

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