Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2020 i Real Living Australia

PERSONAL STYLE IS so important, but it can be hard to discover. I think the key is to go with what makes you happy, regardless of what other people think is on trend, and follow through with confidence. I was buying flowers recently, and I wanted a mix of bright roses with some beautiful blue delphiniums and fragrant white freesias. A wild, country garden vibe. Let me tell you, the florist was a bit freaked out. He’s more of a matchy-matchy, everything-the-same-length kind of guy and was quite forceful with what he thought I should pick. Sure, he is trained in floristry, but I know what I want, so I politely said thank you and added in some lavender for good measure. It’s the same with decorating. The experts can…

IF THE TOGO HAD A SPIRIT ANIMAL, it would be a wrinkly Shar Pei puppy. That may not seem very flattering, but the designer himself, Michel Ducaroy, once said it looked like “a tube of toothpaste folded back on itself… and closed at both ends”. Name-calling aside, the rolly-polly creases and curves of this modular seating collection certainly do give you the same warm, fuzzy feelings as a puppy. If you want to feel fabulous curled up in front of the TV with a glass of wine wearing sweatpants, the Togo is the seat for you. Michel was predestined to create iconic furniture. Born in 1925, he came from a family of furniture makers and trained at the National School of Fine Arts in Lyon before joining the family business.…

YOU KNOW SUMMER HAS ARRIVED when all the doors and windows are wide open and the smell of pine needles and sea salt fills this abode with a fresh, woody aroma. Located on the southwest coast of France, the newly built retreat belongs to Marc Simoncini, a French entrepreneur. Comprised of two timber cabins connected by a dining room, his handsome holiday house overlooks a canopy of pine trees, a vast sand dune and the sparkling water of Arcachon Bay – a triptych of natural wonders that offer breathtaking views from every room. TREE HOUSE Marc collaborated closely with architect Antoine Guttierez and interior design duo Hugo Sauzay and Charlotte de Tonnac of Festen to ensure every step of the process aligned with his vision. Together, they developed a relaxing…

This month, we’ve taken style inspo from the 2020 fall fashion runways THE LOOK gourmet mood Mix structured shapes and leather finishes in caramel and plum for a luxe winter look THE LOOK pastel panache A punchy contemporary statement piece will lift a palette of soft hues and even softer textiles…

“Try to create a moment of symmetry within an asymmetrical arrangement or styling - it can bring a little order to a room.” WHEN IT COMES TO CREATING a style moment in your home, the key to success is picking the perfect pieces to inform your colour palette, anchor the room and create decorative interest. “Every ‘wow’ style moment revolves around a hero piece,” says Simone Haag, director of Simone Haag Interiors. “Once you have that one beautiful piece, then everything else around it will look great.” In this joint project by Simone and Neil Architecture, the informal living room is arranged around a rug in dark plum tones, which anchors the centre of the conversational furniture arrangement. “Materials play a large part in creating atmosphere,” says Simone. “A plush…

HEATWAVE The humble heater has been given a makeover by Italian company Tubes Radiatori. The Step-by-Step modular radiator designed by Alberto Media is available in more than 50 colours, can be customised to suit your style and even has a towel rail and hanger. Prices start from $1684; Oblica.com.au holiday at home The new Kado Neue range from Reece is a contemporary take on luxury hotel style. The vanity features trendy v-groove paneling, has plenty of shelf space to fit all your beauty essentials and can be customised to suit your style. Pictured here is the Kado Neue oval inset basin, $437, Arch mirror shaving cabinet, $879, and the Kado Neue freestanding bath, $2020; Reece.com.au TOP THREE glow getters LUXURY LIVING The latest collection to hit shelves at Cosentino is resistant to…

layer your lighting It’s no surprise Elise Ovanessoff’s home sings with visual poetry and personality. She and her husband Stephen Quinn are co-directors of London-based design practice Works Architecture and for Elise, creating an atmospheric home starts by mixing light sources of different types and heights. “It’s easy to alter the feel of a room by adjusting the lighting.” The original Georgian windows are the main source of natural light and given their architectural beauty, Elise is “reluctant to obscure them or the light they bring by introducing curtains”. Decorative light shades and pendants made by Elise add to the unique ambience, as do all the candles, but she doesn’t like anything flashy. “On a trip to Copenhagen a few years ago, I came down to breakfast to find candles…

FOR SOME, CREATIVITY IS A MUSCLE that is trained and strengthened over time. But for artists like Hannah Nowlan, creativity is oxygen, it’s there from the moment you take your first breath. “I believe it’s part of me… my parents are both super creative so maybe it’s in my blood,” Hannah suggests. Family plays a pivotal role in Hannah’s practice, in fact her home studio is located in the coastal Victorian town of Black Rock, where she grew up with her six siblings. “My partner Tim and I live with our Blue Heeler, Jasper, in a one-bedroom unit in my parents’ backyard!” she says. “I’ve lived here all my life and have been lucky to be able to work from home since graduating in 2015.” Her childhood was spent “painting…

who lives here? French designer Olivia Clergue, the founder of eponymous sustainable leather goods and handbag brand. Oliviaclergue.com | @oliviaclergue FRENCH DESIGNER OLIVIA CLERGUE has been surrounded by art and design since she was a child. As the daughter of world-renowned photographer Lucien Clergue, and the goddaughter of Pablo Picasso, it comes as no surprise that Olivia’s home is a tasteful curation of all her treasures, antiques and art. HISTORY LESSON Her apartment is in the fifth arrondissement of Paris, on the third floor of a heritage building that dates back to 1893, and once held a historic post office on the ground floor. Previously owned and used as an art studio by French artist Bernard Munch, the apartment required some minor renovations to make it more of a home…

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NEUTRAL GROUND EYE CANDY style tip Choose your rug wisely. A dark rug can make a room look smaller, while a lighter rug won’t feel as imposing or heavy, and only buy a bold patterned rug if it’s going to be fully on display COLOUR SCHOOL…

staff pick IN SAFE HANDS If rigorously applying hand sanitiser is wreaking havoc on your skin, it’s time to switch to something a little more soothing. These Palm Beach Collection hand sanitisers, $24.95 each, contain hydrating aloe leaf and cucumber extracts and there are two scents to choose from. Palmbeachcollection.com.au good for the sole One of our favourite pieces in the Heirloom rug collection by Armadillo&Co is this Egyptian rug, from $4000. The design subtly changes colour with the light and wears beautifully over time. Armadillo-co.com kiss & make-up Looking for a lip balm that isn’t sticky, scented, sparkly or made with harmful stuff? Fluff’s Lip Oil is the complete, refillable package. Available in a clear or tinted finish, the dewy balm works on eyes, lips and cheeks. $26; Itsallfluff.com…

Wallpaper is making a comeback. Not only are leading designers such as Kelly Wearstler and Sarah Sherman Samuel embracing it, they’re creating their own collections. Most stores that specialise in wallcoverings sell samples which means you can buy a few, pin them to the walls you’re decorating and observe how they look in different lighting. Wallpaper is perfect for expressing your style and making a statement. If there’s one rule to follow, opt for small prints in small spaces and bigger, bolder prints for larger rooms.…

at home in LA 1. Shaina Mote It’s a beautiful space and I live in her clothes almost religiously. They are the ultimate uniform. Shainamote.com 2. Nickey Kehoe I like this homewares store’s original take on interiors. It’s the best place for things like candle stick holders and table linens. Nickeykehoe.com 3. The Mart Collective An antique mall in Venice full of hidden treasures, I like to pick up little baubles there. Themartcollective.com 4. Rose Bowl Flea Market This is the mecca of Los Angeles vintage, but I’m also very partial to the ones at Long Beach and Pasadena Community College. Great place for homewares or clothing. Rgcshows.com 5. LOQ This is the new brick and mortar location of everyone’s cult favorite shoe brand. The designers are my great friends…

who lives here? Annerie Hoogeveen, 33-year-old retail stylist and designer. ANNERIE HOOGEVEEN has lived in many different places over her lifetime, and some stays were so brief that she barely had time to unpack before having to move again. But this small two-bedroom apartment in Denmark is the first place she has felt at home – and hasn’t had to share her space with someone else – in a long time. Unsurprisingly, she’s seized the rare opportunity to decorate to her taste, and her top tips include mixing old with new, and having plenty of plants. “I love going to Ikea just as much as flea markets. My lamps, some stools and bookcase are from Ikea, but I found my favourite vintage items in the countryside of southern Denmark, where…

Serves 8-10 Prep + cooking time 2 hours, plus chilling This cheesecake is baked in a water bath, which creates the dense, ultracreamy, silky and crack-less custard-like texture. It is tangy, sometimes too much for those whose palates are sweet-seeking missiles. The first time you make this, I recommend you add the lemon juice to taste – just enough to get a ‘that’s perfect for me’ feeling. Cheesecake caveat: if this is your first time baking a cake in a water bath, I would recommend testing the watertight qualities of your tins and trays first, especially the large roasting tray. And in smaller home ovens, the shelf can tilt precariously when you pull it out, so proceed carefully. Beyond the baking logistics of this recipe, there lies a world of…