Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2019 i Real Living Australia

I LOVE TO TRAVEL. Whether it’s a day trip to the country or a month-long holiday overseas, there’s something about a change of scenery that is good for the mind and soul. In a way, it’s good for your home, too. Travel opens us up to new ideas and changes our perspective on how we live, from what we eat to how we decorate. Have you ever come back from a holiday thinking, “I must recreate that dish!” or “I loved the way our hotel made the bed – I might try that”. I have… and I have the sheets to prove it. To be honest, you don’t even need to leave your house to get global inspiration, what with TV, the internet and social media. It’s so interesting to…

STAFF PICK SANDY DAO Creative director NEW beauty FACE VALUE Introducing Ultra Violette, a new range of SPF products that won’t mess with your make-up or leave you looking greasy. They’re made with skin-loving ingredients, which means there’s no excuse not to wear sunscreen every day! Ultraviolette.com.au MATERIAL WORLD INSPIRED BY OUR NATIVE ENVIRONMENT, LAMINEX’S LANDSCAPE SERIES FEATURES 17 STUNNING COLOURS AND RAW, REALISTIC WOODGRAIN SURFACES. LAMINEX.COM.AU STAFF PICK LISA BURDEN Market assistant PRETTY PAINTS NON-TOXIC AND LOW-VOC, JOLIE HOME’S RANGE OF PAINTS, COATS, FINISHES AND BRUSHES ARE PERFECT FOR DIY DECORATING AND ROOM REFRESHES. JOLIEHOME.COM RISE AND SHINE Time to upgrade your kitchen appliances? Take a look at the new De’Longhi Icona Capitals Breakfast Collection, which includes a kettle and two-slice and four-slice toasters. They’re available in four vibrant…

who lives here? Laurence Leenaert, artist and founder of lifestyle brand LRNCE, her partner and LRNCE studio manager Ayoub Boualam and their 8-month-old Akita Inu pup, Asu. Lrnce.com | @lrnce FOUR YEARS AGO, BELGIAN ARTIST Laurence Leenaert arrived in Marrakech, Morocco, with just 400 euros and a sewing machine to her name. Fast-forward to 2019 and her distinctive LRNCE brand of homewares and textiles is coveted all over the world. The secret to her super-speedy success? Well, Laurence puts it down to hard work, the influence of Instagram and the constant inspiration that her adopted city provides. “My drawings have always been naive and childish,” she says. “Tribalism has forever interested me, along with the art that I’ve seen and studied. All of that fuses together here in Marrakech.” NEW…

This month’s interiors inspiration comes courtesy of three eye-catching cafes from around the world…

INTUITIVE APPLIANCE Too busy to unload your laundry? The Whirlpool FreshCare+ Built-in Washer Dryer keeps washing fresh and soft for six hours after the cycle is finished. $1799; Whirlpool.com.au WATER WORKS With one flush, Caroma’s Cleanflush toilets release a powerful, precise stream that efficiently clears the bowl and removes bacteria. This wall-faced toilet suite is from the Liano Cleanflush Invisi Series II; from $1789. Caroma.com.au TANGERINE DREAM Inspired by the vivid colours of Moroccan design, the new Bocchi Mandalina bathroom collection from Paco Jaanson will give any bathroom an international edge. The range comprises a ceramic countertop basin and toilet in bright orange, which works well with earthy tones of warm pink and brown. Pacojaanson.com.au MIX IT UP TRANSFORM YOUR SINK WITH TAPWARE FROM BARBEN’S “TIME” RANGE. WE LOVE THE…

Update your accessories Experimenting? Start with throws, cushions and doona covers. When working with soft finishes, don’t be afraid to clash large-scale prints. Update bold florals with broad stripes, or pair a maximalist tropical palm design with a black-and-white animal print. Take it to the floor Layering rugs is one of the most simple (and practical) ways to mix pattern. You’ll need two different rugs. If they both have bold designs, ensure the colour palette or the shape of their motifs is cohesive. And if one rug is neutral, go ahead and make the other vibrant. Work with your walls Printed wallpaper adds personality to a room and doesn’t require much extra styling. When decorating with two designs, choose one with a large shape or motif print and match it…

we are family Henri, 1, lives with Evi O and her partner Sonny. Evi-o.studio | @evi_o | @a_whippet Henri the Whippet is a very cultured canine. He’s named after the artist Henri Matisse, spends his time in a studio and loves trips to art galleries. Where did you find Henri? My partner Sonny and I got him from a breeder. We met her for an interview to make sure we were a good fit, and during the visit we fell in love with Henri’s mum, Nina. We adopted Henri when he was eight weeks old. What’s his personality like? He’s gentle, sensitive and he can sense when someone is feeling a little down and will snuggle up to them. He is also very curious – like me. He gets FOMO…

DID YOU KNOW? 24% of Australia’s total energy use is natural gas! DAILY WAYS TO USE GAS AT HOME COOKING Once you switch to a gas cooktop, you’ll never go back. That’s the consensus from the one-third of Australians who consider their gas stove to be the most essential item in their kitchen. With natural gas, you get even heat distribution, faster cooking times, consistent results and no risk of a half-cooked dinner if the power cuts out. BAR BECUING Around 65 per cent of Australian homes own a gas barbecue, and with good reason. Not only is gas a clean-burning energy source, it’s super-convenient to use – simply turn a knob and you’re good to go. HOT WATER With the average Australian showering eight times per week, installing an…

1 Decorating my sofa with a bunch of new cushions. Oxford cushion, $109.95 Eadielifestyle.com.au 2 Eating more fruit! I’ll keep it all in a beautiful bowl like this one by Cristal d’Arques Paris, $59.95. Myer.com.au 3 Looking for some new art. I love Camille Olsen-Ormandy’s portraits, available by commission via her Instagram @camilleormandy 4 Personalising a phone cover with the Logomania designs from TDE. You can create your own pattern. Thedailyedited.com 5 Reading this fab new book! A Real Girl’s Guide to Money by Effie Zahos, $24.99. Magshop.com.au…

STAFF PICK KARLIE VERKERK Deputy editor THE NEXT BIG THING ONLINE STORE MY CHAMELEON IS EXPANDING ITS STYLISH OFFERING WITH THE LAUNCH OF MC GALLERY. THIS NEW ONLINE SPACE WAS CREATED TO PROMOTE THE WORK OF LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS AND FEATURES AN EXCLUSIVE, SHOPPABLE EDIT OF THEIR WORKS. CHECK OUT MYCHAMELEON.COM.AU STAFF PICK ELLE LOVELOCK Editor GET INFORMATION Crafted by Japanese artisans using traditional methods, the Hasami porcelain tableware range from Specified Store makes a beautiful addition to meals. What’s more, each piece is designed to be stacked and stored away seamlessly in the cupboard. From $31.80; Specifiedstore.com GOOD cause FOR HER To mark International Women’s Day this month, In Bed and artist Caroline Walls have created a limited-edition peach robe embroidered with one of Caroline’s drawings. And for every robe purchased,…

TOP SHELF Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Bleached Mauve, $41. Sisley Grapefruit Toning Lotion, $120. Essie Nail Colours in Limo-Scene, Vanity Fairest and Fiji, $16.95 each. Liberty Belle Rx Superstar SPF 50+ Sunscreen, $60. Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Gel Moussant, $84. By Terry Cellularose Brightening CC Serum, $134, Mecca. Zoeva Rose Golden Luxury Set Vol.1, $110 for 8 brushes. Tom Ford Cream & Powder Eye Colour in Young Adonis, $87, David Jones. MIDDLE SHELF Biologique Recherche Masque VIP O2, $181, Lotion P50W, $145, and Creme VIP O2, $281, Melanie Grant. Lanolips Hydrating Lip Luminiser in Beach Pop, $18.95, Mecca. Sans[ceuticals] pH + Shine Corrector, $47.54. Kristin Ess The One Signature Shampoo and Conditioner, $18.99 each, Priceline. BOTTOM SHELF Alpha-H Liquid Gold Ultimate Perfecting Mask, $75. Dior Addict Lip Glows,…

Send out the email – there’s a long lunch at your place and the theme is Mediterranean. Creating a relaxed, informal dining space inspired by the casual vibe of the Portugal lifestyle is easy with the new Signature Collection from Amart Furniture. Starting with a solid oak timber table that can be expanded at a whim for extra drop-in guests, the Real Living team built this gorgeous dining space that is perfect for entertaining. And the style opportunities don’t stop there. The new Signature range features sturdy designs for almost every room, including living areas and bedrooms. Every single piece is made with a high level of craftsmanship and detail to stand the test of time. GET NATURAL Keep a natural feeling in your space with a combination of textured…

who lives here? Lill Jenner, a stylist and fashion consultant, her husband Lucas, and their twin daughters Essie and Billie, both 6. @lill_jenner MOST PEOPLE DREAD COMING HOME after a holiday. Not Lill Jenner. For this stylist and mum-of-two, returning to her home on Sydney’s North Shore is “calming and therapeutic, the best feeling in the world”. That might seem like a bit of a stretch, until you find out her home was originally designed by Peter Hall, the architect famous for completing the Opera House. “You could tell it was a passion project between the owners and the architect. It felt very loved,” Lill says of the property that she bought with her husband Lucas in 2017. “We’re interested in architecture and beautiful spaces, and were drawn to its…

at home 1 Koskela, Rosebery This is modern Australiana done well. The gift section in the store is perfect for buying souvenirs for friends from overseas. Koskela.com.au 2 Grandiflora, Potts Point Owner Saskia Havekes is one of the world’s great florists. When PRIOR guests travel to Australia, we fill their apartments with native blooms. Her Magnolia Grandiflora fragrance is covetable. Grandiflora.net 3 R M Williams, nationwide Since I was 13 I’ve owned the Classic boots. They can be worn in a Parisian hotel and on a dirt road, and many days I find myself in both situations. Rmwilliams.com.au 4 P Johnson, Sydney Many of the most stylish men I know get their suits from here. I often wear white shirts which I always have tailored by them. Pjt.com 5 Otilly…

You’ll need: drop sheet; 40-60 and 360-600 grit sandpaper; old clean cloth; primer; cutting-in paint brush; short nap roller; paint tray; angled brush; paint 1 Lay down drop sheet and strip the original paint with 40-60 grit sandpaper. Folding the sandpaper in thirds instead of halves will help you get a better grip and more surface control. 2 Wipe the furniture so it’s free of debris and dust, making sure you get into all the corners. 3 Apply primer from the top down with your cutting-in brush or roller. Primers have different drying times depending on their base (oil or water), so check the instructions on the tin. 4 Wash cutting-in brush thoroughly, then once primer is dry, apply the paint colour of your choice getting into all the edges…

1 LAYBY YOUR HOLIDAY Yes, the concept of layby applies to vacations, too. TravelPay offers a true layby option in that you have to pay off your holiday before you leave. TravelPay passes the full amount of your travel costs onto your booking agent upfront, so the price and exchange rates are locked in. Repayment options of up to 10 months are available, and an establishment fee of $100 ($200 for 10 months) applies, plus a 2.5% transfer fee on each instalment. Your last payment needs to occur at least 14 days prior to your departure date. However, not all travel agents offer TravelPay. Another option is LayAway Travel. This is a total holiday layby service, where packages include return flights between your departure city and destination, accommodation and airport…

ITALY spaghetti vongole | spaghetti For recipes, turn to pages 140 and 141 INDONESIA mi goreng | instant noodles VIETNAM cheat’s pho | rice noodles JAPAN cold sesame soba | soba noodles SOUTH KOREA japchae | sweet potato noodles TAIWAN dan dan mian | egg noodles spaghetti vongole Serves 4 Prep time 5 mins Cooking time 15 mins Sea salt500g spaghetti¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil4 cloves garlic, finely sliced1 tsp dried chilli flakes1/3 cup dry white wine300g small clams½ bunch flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Cook spaghetti according to packet instructions, or until al dente. Drain, reserving ¼ cup of the cooking liquid. 2 Meanwhile, heat oil in a large lidded saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and chilli flakes;…

You can tell a lot about a town by its residents’ taste in paint. For instance, the iconic terraces of Bristol are splashed in bold shades of blue, yellow and pink. Loud, colourful and unapologetic – it’s the perfect summation of this spunky little city. A TALE OF TWO CITIES Towering above the city centre is Clifton Hill, the flash end of town, where a two-bedroom maisonette can command as much as a London apartment. Here, the Avon Gorge hotel has been thoughtfully restored, transforming the adjoining pub from a scary sports bar into a place you want to settle in for the afternoon. Meanwhile, less than half an hour’s stroll away, you’ll find Stokes Croft, where street art and rebellion reigns supreme. Take a 90-minute tour with locals Where…

HANSEL & GRETEL Combined, each element in this room creates a sense of fantasy, but separately they’ll also work elsewhere in your home. The gingerbread-hued bedding would suit a guest room, the framed prints could be hung in a hallway and the baskets and throws would work well in a rumpus or living room. THE SWAN PRINCESS Once upon a time, nurseries were painted in bright hues of pink, blue or yellow. Here, a timeless, neutral palette creates peace and calm – the perfect remedy for sleepless nights. To inspire curiosity and wonder, soft toys and picture books are displayed within reach. style tip Add interest to your neutral nursery by layering different textures around the room and styling a bookshelf in muted tones style tip Choose breathable fabrics that…

STAFF PICK STEPHANIE HOPE Group content director SOLE MATES NELSON MADE SHOES ARE DESIGNED LOCALLY AND MADE TO ORDER – GOTTA LOVE THAT! EACH PAIR IS A WORK OF ART – TAKE THESE LINEN AND LEATHER WANDA SANDALS, $ 229; NELSONMADE.COM.AU NEW STORE WATCH THIS SPACE Huski Studios is the latest name to know in furniture design right now. Each piece in the inaugural collection is crafted from ethically sourced materials, including The Camper chair; $390. Huskistudios.com ELEGANCE EN ROUTE What do you get when TDE and Albus Lumen team up? This Luxe Travel Box! The two-tiered design has a removable tray for accessories and comes with a passport holder. $299.95; Thedailyedited.com CLEAN UP NICELY Hand sanitiser is, well, handy, but it usually smells a bit medicinal. Not anymore! Ecoya has launched a collection…

style tip Keep beautifully packaged products on show rather than hiding them away in a closed drawer AS YOU ENTER the flagship store of l’Officine Universelle Buly (aka Buly 1803) in Saint Germain, Paris, you leave behind the streets flocked with designer brands and step into, well, 1803. Which is where this story begins. The original “Buly” was Jean-Vincent Bully, a perfumer in the 19th century who had earned celebrity status for his unique fragrance formulations and scented vinegars. Fast-forward a few centuries to when the Bully name was acquired and the beauty brand reimagined as l’Officine Universelle Buly by Ramdane Touhami and his wife Victoire in 2014. Today, the vinegar has been replaced with a roll call of skincare, soaps, perfumes, combs, candles and toothpaste that are free from…

FRENCH STYLE IS FRAUGHT WITH SEDUCTIVE CLICHÉS. But a glimpse inside the home of Marie De Andreis, and you can’t help but fall for them all over again. Marie, an Italian-born Parisian, designer and artistic director, moved here with her husband Raphael and three children when they outgrew their previous home. “We’ve always lived in this neighbourhood, but our old apartment was too small. We needed extra room and fell for this place,” Marie says of the apartment. It’s easy to see why. Everything from the wall mouldings to the marble fireplaces and herringbone parquet floors exudes elegance. NEW WAVE Built around 1890, the apartment needed major work before Marie and her family could move in. They tore down a wall separating the original hallway and living room and turned…

Not all wallpapers can be used in bathrooms. Always check with the manufacturer before proceeding. bathroom bliss Where to scrimp Switch up your towels; install new taps or towel rails; buy a plain, builder-grade mirror and dress it up with a frame; tile floors with porcelain or ceramic tiles that have a marble or stone effect, or use luxe finishes in small doses. Where to splurge A gorgeous freestanding tub or basin will make the room! If you’re making big layout changes, consult a professional plumber or electrician rather than attempting these works yourself. kitchen revamp Where to scrimp Consider flat-pack kitchens with cabinet doors you can paint yourself; check out wholesalers for handles and tapware. Where to splurge A sturdy benchtop that won’t chip or crack is a must,…

1 knick-knacks From a vintage market find to an art gallery piece, mementos picked up while on holiday are easy to work back into your home decor. Choose something small that will work within a vignette on your bedside, shelf or coffee table with other items such as plants and books. Small items are easier to pack, too! 2 colour schemes The colours of a foreign place often inspire our own decorating. Take pictures of everything that catches your eye, even close-up details. It could be the hues of a sunset, colours of the fruit and veg at a market or the subtle tones in the brick of some ancient ruins that influences your bedroom or kitchen makeover. 3 lighting You can buy some spectacular – and sometimes more affordable…

“I’M GOING TO THE FLOWER MARKET – do you need me to get you anything?” This question was the beginning of MyFlowerMan, the Sydney florist run by Kieran Birchall and Georgia Martin. Kieran, who worked in real estate at the time, initially went to the flower market on a whim, but loved the experience and so went back week after week, creating arrangements for friends and family and posting pics on Instagram. “I had been calling him ‘my flower man’,” Georgia says, “and it just stuck”. That was nearly five years ago, and the business has since evolved into a full-time affair. “Moving a hobby into a fully functioning business gives you amazing insights into what your clients want. But it was also important to stay true to our personal…

WHERE WE STAYED SEA CONTAINERS LONDON (FORMERLY MONDRIAN LONDON) 20 Upper Ground, South Bank British design hero Tom Dixon turned his hand to the interiors for this five-star hotel nestled next to the Millennium Bridge. Inspired by a 1920s cruise liner, the fit-out mixes moody greys with playful jewel tones, while iconic wire chairs by the hotel’s original architect, Warren Platner, feature throughout. From £192 (about $349) per night; visit Seacontainerslondon.com THE PILGRM 25 London St, Paddington Striking the perfect balance, The Pilgrm honours the building’s Victorian history with sustainable innovation. Design studio 93 created more than 1000 bespoke pieces of furniture and lighting for the 73-bedroom hotel. The result: low-fi cool minus the designer price tag. From £108 (about $196) per night; check out Thepilgrm.com To plan your visit,…