Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2019 i Real Living Australia

I LOVE CHRISTMAS, which is lucky because we started working on this issue in September. When other people are saying “I can’t believe there are Christmas decorations in the shops already!”, I’m the one browsing ornaments on my lunch break. I love the decorating, the giving and the entertaining, and this issue we’ve covered all three to help you get in the festive spirit and through the holiday season. For our cover story (p14), I asked the team for ‘classic with a twist’. I mean, this is the one time of year when you can really go traditional, but we wanted to mix it up. The seasonal berry red is there, as is white, but to lift it we’ve teamed them with pink and a hint of teal. This year,…

SMART FRIDGE A truly connected fridge that lets you set schedules, play music, watch TV, browse the internet and even order your shopping – all via simple voice commands. Now you’re talking. The SAMSUNG 825L Family Hub French Door Fridge features convenient voice-activated controls to handle everything from managing schedules to leaving memos for family members, drafting shopping lists, ordering groceries online direct from Woolworths, and searching for recipes online that will automatically populate your Woolworths grocery order with the required ingredients. WHAT'S IN YOUR FRIDGE How many times have you been out on a grocery run, forgotten your shopping list and can’t quite remember how much milk is left, or whether or not you need more eggs and butter? Not a problem. The SAMSUNG 825L Family Hub French Door…

VARIABLE TEMPERATURE ZONE The highlight of the FISHER & PAYKEL 605L Quad Door Fridge is its Variable Temperature Zone compartment, with four independent food modes allowing you to personalise your storage preference. Simply select the ideal conditions – Freezer Mode for basic frozen foods; Soft-Freeze Mode for gentle freezing and quick thawing; Chill Mode for keeping drinks perfectly cool; and Fridge Mode for everyday staples such as fruit and veg – and you’ll experience a new level of cooling flexibility. ACTIVE SMART The FISHER & PAYKEL 605L Quad Door Fridge uses ActiveSmart Foodcare technology to intelligently monitor daily use patterns and make micro-adjustments to temperature, humidity and airflow accordingly, so that your food stays fresher for longer. Thanks to a series of interior temperature sensors, independently controlled fans and multiple…

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who lives here? Cathrine de Lichtenberg, a consultant, her husband Anders and their dog Pedersen. @cathdelichtenberg “THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT CHRISTMAS that creates room for joy, fun and excitement,” says self-confessed Christmas fanatic Cathrine de Lichtenburg, the owner of this apartment in leafy Frederiksberg. “I do like traditions, but Christmas also presents us with the possibility to break the rules and keep it open to interpretation by adding details that make it fun and playful.” FESTIVE FAVOURITES Every year, Cathrine sets herself a fun design challenge that involves selecting a colour palette or theme, and sticking within those parameters. “I tend to sit on the edge of excess, so I do have to hold myself back and not go overboard,” says Cathrine, who shares the home with her husband Anders. “In…

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ELLE LOVELOCK, EDITOR – AUSTRALIAN CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION Thanks to the incredible treatments available, those close to me who’ve had cancer have beaten it. One hundred per cent of donations to the Christmas appeal will go towards funding Australian cancer research to help find a cure. ACRF.COM.AU SANDY DAO, CREATIVE DIRECTOR – LIFELINE Christmas can be a really lonely time for many Australians, which is why I want to support a charity that supports them. LIFELINE.ORG.AU STEPHANIE HOPE, CONTENT DIRECTOR – RURAL AID Our farmers and rural communities are in dire need of assistance during this brutal drought, be it provisions, cash handouts or a much-needed holiday. ruralaid.org.au LINDYL CRABB, SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR – EDGAR’S MISSION This sanctuary in Victoria rescues, rehabilitates and provides a lifelong loving home for farmed…

FLAT HANDLELESS DESIGN Engineered for elegance and sophistication, the smooth flat, handleless design of the ELECTROLUX 681L Dark Stainless Steel French Door Fridge will see it blend seamlessly into even the most modern and contemporary of kitchens. However, don’t be fooled by the uncluttered simplicity that goes into creating this stylish, minimalist look; a wealth of highly sophisticated technology lies within, complimented throughout by mark-resistant, real stainless steel of the highest quality – adding a touch of class that’s built to last. ENTERTAINER'S DRAWER Love to entertain? The ELECTROLUX 681L Dark Stainless Steel French Door Fridge does too – and features a fully-convertible entertainer’s drawer that can be quickly and easily adjusted from -23 to 7 degrees Celsius. So no matter what the occasion calls for, from whipping up delicate…

One Blue Shoe by Jane Godwin and Jane Reiseger A fun beginner’s introduction to learning numbers and counting. The cartoon-like pictures are sure to get a few giggles. Affirm Press, $19.99. My Sister by Joanna Young This heartwarming book beautifully describes the special relationship sisters share, with pretty illustrations and words that are easy to read and follow along to. New Frontier Publishing, $24.99. All The Things I Wish For You by Mark Sperring and Allison Black A magical book about following your dreams. The cover, text and illustrations can be customised with a name and physical characteristics to mirror the book’s recipient, which makes it the sort of gift parents will appreciate and the kind of bedtime story children will love. Phaidon, $42.99. Fanatical About Frogs by Owen Davey Budding zoologists and kids…

who lives here? Claire Alexander-Johnston, stay-at-home mum, her husband Rich, co-CEO of online travel company TripADeal, and their children Atlas, 7, Everest, 5, Zephyr, 3, and newborn, Citizen. @jetsetmama | Tripadeal.com.au A MORNING WALK ALONG THE BEACH, a eucalyptus wreath at the door and seafood and salad for lunch. Claire Alexander-Johnston may be British born, but her Christmas celebrations are as Australian as they come. The dynamic mother-of-four – who, thanks to her funny and honest accounts of life with young kids, has amassed a huge Instagram following under the handle Jetsetmama – spends each festive season with her young family at their beach house in the NSW coastal town of Brunswick Heads. “It’s a classic Australian ‘bricks and tiles’ house from the ’70s, sandwiched between the river and the…

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who lives here? Hélène Du Val, a physiotherapist, her husband Antoine, a radiologist, and their four children, Pénélope, 9, Héloïse, 7, Léonard, 5, and Hermione, 2. @helene.du.val A AT HÉLÈNE DU VAL’S HISTORIC MANOR HOME in the south-west of France, where she lives with her husband Antoine and their four young children, Pénélope, Héloïse, Léonard and Hermione, the countdown to Christmas is always ceremoniously signalled by the lighting of candles in every room. “We don’t light candles during the rest of the year because, as you can imagine, it’s a little bit dangerous with four children,” Hélène says. “So the candles really are synonymous with Christmas for us.” TIS THE SEASON On the first day of December, the family come together to kick off their festivities and decorate the Christmas…

MONOCHROME If it’s visual impact you’re after, decorate gifts in a modern black and white scheme with mix-and-match graphic prints. All you’ll need is a few different rolls of glossy patterned paper, big shiny baubles and lots of black ribbon to create a bold border-like effect. Best of all, you can use the leftover packaging to wrap presents all year round. PASTEL Dreaming of a ladylike Christmas? Swap the traditional red and green for a pretty palette in soft pink, blue, cream and rose gold. Choose delicate decorations such as paper swing tags, floral prints and ribbons made from velvet, mesh and silk. As a finishing touch, tie a ceramic ornament to each gift – your loved ones will appreciate the beautiful bonus pressie! IRIDESCENT Glossy patterned paper, metallic finishes…

1 shrink your gift list If you have a large family or lots of friends, think about trimming your “To Buy For” list. Organise a Kris Kringle draw where everyone buys for one person (we have some great ideas on p55!), or consider combined family gifts instead of individual presents. A Netflix subscription, for example, would be a hit with the whole family and might save you some cash overall. 2 be an online scrooge Compare prices from the comfort of your laptop. Getprice.com.au lists more than 3.5 million products from 1200+ retailers nationwide. Or try a browser extension such as Honey, which automatically finds coupon codes. Be sure to factor in currency conversion fees if you’re buying from an overseas retailer. 3 use your points Calculate the number of…

INSTAVIEW Knock knock… and see inside. The intuitive, easy-to-use Door-in-Door feature that’s built into the LG 570L is so convenient, it will change the way you use your fridge. Simply knock twice on the sleek glass door panel and the interior is illuminated so you can instantly see what’s inside – without having to open the door and let the cold air escape. A perfectly intelligent feature for today’s busy, modern family. PURE AND FRESH Designed to minimise odours throughout your fridge, LG’s clever Pure N Fresh air filtration system employs a discreet fan to actively force air through a carbon deodoriser, recirculating it across the shelves. Meanwhile, a Linear Cooling System reduces temperature fluctuations to help fresh produce look and taste its best for longer, plus a specialised Door…

THE FESTIVITIES ARE IN FULL SWING at Birgitta Wolfgang Bjørnvad’s house when you hear the clink of Champagne coupes and the dulcet tones of jazz music. For Birgitta, Christmas is an elegant affair, a chance to embrace more opulent style choices, to spend time with loved ones at home – and to celebrate! The interiors photographer travels regularly for work, but when December rolls around she takes a break and turns her creativity to putting up decorations and hosting parties with her husband Lasse. “I try to buy gifts early so I have time on the weekends to have friends over,” Birgitta says. “I love throwing dinner parties when our home smells like Christmas.” NORDIC & NICE Unsurprisingly, Birgitta’s raw, feminine style is heavily influenced by her work, and her…

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ROB CASLICK Founder of Two Good Co, an initiative that started out as a roadside barbecue for the less fortunate and has grown to provide meals, support and paid employment to female domestic violence survivors. Twogood.com.au On Christmas Day you’ll find me… with tongs on a barbecue or helping to prepare a long lunch. Most thoughtful gift I’ve ever received… Last year I was gifted dinner at Blue Hill at Stone Barns in New York. I don’t need anything and the thought of experiencing an amazing meal with someone close to me had me excited for a very long time. Favourite Chrissy tradition… Being woken up way too early by my nieces to start unwrapping presents. Ham or turkey… Ham for sure. Often marinated and often for breakfast the morning…

Be generous with bedding Comfort is the most important factor in any guest room, and the best way to make family and friends feel right at home is with a bed with lots of layering options. Adrian Galiazzo from Snooze advises starting with a doona, throw and sheets, then “include an extra blanket or throw in the room to show you’ve thought ahead”. Your bedding should also suit the season. This time of year calls for light, breathable fabrics such as linen and cotton – “you don’t want guests sleeping on flannel sheets in the middle of summer”. Offer pillow options The idea of providing layers for visitors to pick and choose from also applies to pillows. “Multiple pillows will create a homely aesthetic and give guests the ability to…