Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2021 i Real Living Australia

I LOVE SEEING INSIDE other people’s homes. And as an interiors journalist, I feel it’s such a privilege to be able to do so every month. I’m inspired by how other people live; how they organise and use their spaces. But mostly, I’m interested in their decor and design choices. Why that wall colour? Why that piece of furniture? To me, there are three reasons to make a design decision: it should be functional, it should work in the space you’re decorating and, most importantly, it must make you happy. The choices that make us happy are what really create individual homes. Take the houses in this issue, for example. They’re all completely different, but true to their owners’ aesthetic taste – and there are design lessons and style cues…

THERE’S A FEW THINGS YOU WOULDN’T EXPECT to find on a quiet residential strip in Melbourne. For example, an indoor forest and all four seasons brought to life by a transcendent palette of 47 colours concealed within an unassuming brutalist building. When tasked with the job of reimagining the Brighton Street Early Learning Centre, interior designer Danielle Brustman ditched the traditional design rules for child’s play. “Colours and materials that are often used in education can be crude and institutional. I wanted to break away from that model and present child-friendly spaces that felt more personalised and fun to be in,” says Danielle, who orchestrated a careful balance of creative panache and restraint using muted, muddied hues to harmonise the sweeping colour palette. From the moment they enter, visitors are…

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round meal There’s no need to cut corners when you opt for a circular dining table. Its shape saves precious space and encourages conversation to flow freely. Pair with chairs and decorative objects that echo the contours of your furniture. under covers Circles are everywhere in nature – that’s what makes them so soothing to live with. Carry an organic approach into your bedroom by embracing a soft, earthy palette. hot seat Sink into a sofa that has curves in all the right places. The magic of rounded pieces lies in their ability to counter the harder lines and surfaces in the room.…

PHOEBE NICOL Interior architect PHOEBE NICOL is an authority on interiors, but on the subject of Australian style her imagination heads straight for the outdoors. “I think our style is reflective of our relaxed lifestyle. We draw a lot of inspiration from our natural surroundings, creating interiors that are warm, liveable and authentic,” Phoebe says. Having designed both private residences and commercial spaces for homegrown companies, Phoebe is well-versed in our local style language. She associates rich earthy colours such as terracotta, burnt orange and clay with a native palette and cites natural, textural materials including stone, worn leather, rustic timber, wool and linen as unequivocally Australian. Another natural element that informs Phoebe’s interior style is our abundant sunlight. “When redesigning a space we always seek to incorporate skylights or…

JEWELLERY… HAS ALWAYS BEEN AN ADDICTION OF MINE; AS A YOUNG CHILD I WOULD PLAY AROUND WITH THE PEARLS AND JEWELS IN MY MOTHER’S JEWELLERY BOX. I COULDN’T GET ENOUGH! FEMININITY… IS RESILIENCE. WE HAVE TO REMAIN UNITED AND PASS ON VALUES OF STRENGTH AND UNITY TO OUR LITTLE GIRLS, AND OUR LITTLE BOYS. HOME… IS A SANCTUARY. I HAVE SUBSCRIPTIONS TO ALL OF THE INTERIOR MAGAZINES YOU CAN POSSIBLY IMAGINE. I AM FASCINATED BY THE STORY A HOUSE CAN TELL AND THE CHOICES PEOPLE MAKE WHEN BUILDING A SPACE THAT IS REFLECTIVE OF WHO THEY ARE. MY CREATIONS REPRESENT… EVERYTHING I DREAM OF WEARING MYSELF OR HAVING IN MY FLAT SOMEWHERE, IT IS A VERY SELFISH APPROACH. THAT’S PROBABLY WHY I CAN’T DESIGN MALE JEWELLERY. MY ENDURING DESIGN/ARTISTIC INFLUENCES……

Rug: Levi Colour Featured: Peach Plantino Engineered Oak Wide Board Timber - 1 Strip $105.00 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 10 Designs Available • Design Featured: Natural Oak See any flooring or rug in this catalogue in your own home - before you buy! Visit choicesflooring.com upload your photo and start designing! Room Veiw selected window furnishings 10% off ask in-store or go online Temuka - Konini Wool Loop $73.50 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 8 Colours Available • Colour Featured: Hayes…

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AT CARTIER, ELEGANCE is a “permanent preoccupation”, says Pierre Rainero, Cartier International’s director of image, heritage and style. This insatiable obsession is the secret to the maison’s allure – the enviable flash of a timepiece; the delicate opening of a jewellery box – and it isn’t limited to wearable accoutrements. In late 2020, Cartier revealed a collection of home decor, travel accessories, gifts and stationery designed to broaden clients’ creative possibilities. “The collection reinforces an aspect of the maison that people are not so familiar with,” Pierre says. “Since 1880, Cartier has been interested in everyday objects. We have always had the idea to make life beautiful in different ways, and not necessarily with very important objects. The tiniest objects can express what Cartier style is about.” Although the collection…

Accidentally Wes Anderson by Wally Koval The imaginary locations and iconic imagery of Wes Anderson’s films may seem too fantastical and perfectly put together to exist on earth, but this book reveals the real-life landmarks, interiors and facades that share his unique aesthetic. Featuring amazing photos and fascinating stories, this is a stranger-than-fiction travel guide. Hachette, $39.99. Cook, Eat, Repeat by Nigella Lawson In the opening chapter of her book, Nigella writes: “Food, for me, is a constant pleasure”, and that’s exactly what this is – not just a cookbook, but a study of sensory and culinary pleasure. Devour her decadent recipes, then delight in her warm and inspiring food essays. Penguin, $49.99. Design Commune by Roman Alonso & Steven Johanknecht This beautifully designed tome celebrates the sun-kissed aesthetic and…

who lives here? Charlotte de La Grandière, an art director, set designer and the founder of fabric store Rue Herold. Rueherold.com | @charlottedelagrandiere “IT PRACTICALLY BECKONED ME INSIDE,” Charlotte de La Grandière says of the first time she laid eyes on her one-bedroom Paris apartment. Located in an old building in a pocket of the inner-city, the flat may not have been particularly spacious, but it had the sort of charm that beautiful architecture gains with age. The simple floor plan encompassed a bedroom, bathroom and small hallway with a much larger open plan room in the middle. “It was the large space with light flowing from both ends, along with the peaceful location that made me go for the place,” Charlotte tells. When she’s in the heart of her…

who lives here? Athena Calderone, a designer, author and founder of lifestyle platform Eyeswoon, with her husband Victor, a DJ and music producer, son Jivan, 17, and their puppy Tuco Kismet. Eye-swoon.com | @eyeswoon ATHENA CALDERONE IS A NATURAL STORYTELLER. Whether she’s collecting vintage pieces for an interiors project, creating culinary alchemy in the kitchen or composing a new book, creativity is Athena’s first language and the refresh of her home in Amagansett, a quiet seaside village in The Hamptons, is another example of her evolving style and tone. STYLE SWAP Speaking of new books, the catalyst for redecorating this summer house was, in fact, the launch of her latest tome Live Beautiful. “I was about to release my interior design book and wanted to reveal an updated space that…

at home, Melbourne 1 Criteria A beautiful furniture store with an amazing selection by contemporary designers from all over the world. Criteriacollection.com.au 2 Vasette This florist is a Melbourne institution and has been around since 1989. It is a few doors down from our Arnsdorf Store in Fitzroy on Brunswick St and is where we pick up flowers for the store or for gifts. Flowersvasette.com.au 3 Pépite This is a nice little store with beautiful homewares and art pieces. I recently got an amazing Kirsten Perry sculpture here and Irina who runs the store is really lovely. Pepite.com.au 4 Hotel Agencies It’s a store for the hospitality industry but is also open to the public. It’s a great place to stock up on kitchen needs and tools. Hotelagenciesrestaurantsupplies.com.au online 5…

Subscribe or extend your subscription to Real Living for just $74.99 and receive a striking statement cheeseboard. The combination of a marble look and modern geometric lines means this board will work beautifully with both classic and modern decor. Your subscription includes: ✸ 12 issues for $74.99 via recurring payments✸ Save 29% on the retail price✸ bonus cheeseboard valued at $59.99✸ Free delivery of the magazine each issue ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER? Simply extend your subscription to receive this offer! HURRY! OFFER ENDS MARCH 28, 2021! magshop.com.au/p/M213HMG 136 116 and quote M213HMG For Terms and Conditions, visit magshop.com.au/p/m213hmg. Savings are based on retail cover price of $8.80. Please see contents page for location of our Privacy Notice. If you do not want your information provided to any organisation not associated with…

everything oil Makes 500ml Prep time 5 mins Cooking time 5 mins This is my version of Sichuan chilli oil, which I’ve called ‘everything oil’ because, well, it makes everything taste better. It can be used as a dumpling dip, a salad dressing, a stir-fry sauce or simply as a topping. This oil hits all the right notes – heat, spice, salt, umami – without you needing to reach for many ingredients. The Sichuan peppercorns do leave a slight numbing and tingly feeling in your mouth. If you don’t care for this sensation, or can’t get hold of Sichuan peppercorns or gochugaru, you can use red chilli flakes instead (you may need to reduce the quantity, though, as chilli flakes are more spicy). This oil definitely gets better with time.…

The products categorised into our Ultimate Choices range are premium quality, delivering innovative, on-trend solutions to perfectly match your lifestyle. The products featured are defined by their superior quality materials, ultra-soft fibres and strength against stains and wear. Synonymous with style, colour and design integrity, the ultimate choice will add a special sense of luxury to your home. selected window furnishings 10% off ask in-store or go online The Harlow Collection - Bellafare Nylon Twist $65.50 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 12 Colours Available • Colour Featured: Napoleon With so many different colours, styles and designs available, it can be difficult to choose the best flooring for your home and lifestyle. So we've made it easy with our lifestyle collections! Visit choicesflooring.com to find a style that suits you.…

Serenity - Gracious Triexta Twist $48.90 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 14 Colours Available • Colour Featured: Moonstone A proven carpet performer, the Serenity Collection triexta carpet has been specifically designed to meet the toughest interior conditions. The perfect combination of durability, soft feel, on-trend colours, and built-in stain resistance, triexta is befitting of the Ultimate Choice in worry-free carpet. Permanent Protection - Regular carpets include topical stain protection treatments, whereas the Serenity Collection triexta has permanent stain resistance built into the core of each individual carpet fibre. Without any surface bonding sites, there’s absolutely nothing for stains to hang onto, meaning common household spills vanish easily with cold water. No harsh, expensive chemical cleaning products required - what could be better? Colour Choices - Available in over 100 colours reflecting both…

Brease carpet is the only broadloom carpet accredited by the Sensitive Choice® program, allowing you to breathe easy all year round. Brease - Martello Solution Dyed Nylon Twist $49.75 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 9 Colours Available • Colour Featured: Elamo Do you have family members that suffer from asthma or allergies? You don't have to sacrifice quality and style to provide a healthy home for your family. Brease carpet has been scientifically treated to prevent common nasties like the growth of bacteria, mould, mildew and fungi - proven to alleviate any asthma and allergy triggers commonly associated with carpet. Combining good looks and great features, Brease carpet is the ultimate in sensitive style. Rug: Altitude Colour Featured: Blizzard all rugs 20% off Genero Longboard Luxury Vinyl Plank $59.95 m2 PRODUCT ONLY…

COVER, PAGES 4 & 5 Furniture, Cushions, Mirror, Wooden Bowl SATARA satara.com.au • Ceramic Vases on mantel (right) & on coffee table FORMANTICS formantics.co.nz • Art - 'Drifting on the Breeze' by Brenda Meynell ARTZARO artzaro.com FORMAN ART & FRAMING formanartandframing.com.au • Other décor on mantel and coffee table RJ LIVING rjliving.com.au PAGES 2 & 3 Side Table, Cushion and Throw - NORSU norsu.com.au • Planter LIGHTLY lightly.com.au • Upper Wall 3D WALL PANELS 3dwallpanels.com.au • Wardrobe handles LO AND CO loandcointeriors.com.au PAGES 6 & 7 All Furniture SATARA satara.com.au • Bedding LINEN HOUSE linenhouse.com. au • Art - 'Blue Lake' by Marika Borlase (Instagram: marika_borlase) FORMAN ART & FRAMING formanartandframing.com.au • Shell Vase RJ LIVING rjliving.com.au • Round Accessories FORMANTICS formantics.co.nz PAGE 8 All Furniture, Lighting and Accessories FANULI…

Early Settler $20,00 Competition Terms and Conditions Spend must be in a single transaction. Conditions apply, see choicesflooring.com Open to AU/NZ res 18+. Starts: 21/2/21. Ends: 11:59pm AEDT 1/5/21. Limit 1 entry p/person. Retain receipt. Draw: 22 - 24 Manningham Rd West, Bulleen VIC 3105 on 3/5/21 at 10am AEDT. Winner published at choicesflooring.com & on the Promoter’s AU/NZ Facebook/Instagram pages from 6/5/21. Prize: 1x $20K Early Settler voucher. Promoter: Newfurn Floor Coverings Limited T/as Choices Flooring (ABN 63 004 650 668) of 22 - 24 Manningham Rd West, Bulleen VIC 3105. NSW Permit No. The Terms & Condtions for this promotion have been submitted to NSW and they are accepted. ACT Permit No. TP20/01799. SA Permit No. T20/1581. Serenity Cash Giveaway Terms and Conditions Spend must be in a…

pattern tête-à-tête When decorating with multiple patterns, you’ll need to decide what you draw attention to and create visual dialogue between each element. This chair in fabric by Kelly Wearstler (she’s a master of the mix) is a classic eye-catching statement piece but it also speaks to the rest of the room. Notice how the graphic design is repeated in the rug, and the colours in the fabric are softened in the tonal wallpaper and amplified on the cushions. history repeating Greco-Roman style is having a major interiors moment and it lends itself to trying new looks with print and pattern. Take inspiration from classical designs that feel architectural and the strong yet elegant use of borders and stripes. balance of power While pattern can lift the energy in a…

EXCEPTIONAL DESIGN rarely shouts. On the contrary, it’s often the most clever products that are the quiet achievers, making everyday tasks a more effortless experience. This is certainly true of the Vola ‘111’, the mixer that transformed the way we wash our hands, do the dishes and run a bath. An icon of the golden age of Scandinavian design, Vola produced its first mixers for the National Bank of Denmark, which was being designed by Arne Jacobsen, the architect and mastermind behind furniture classics such as the Egg and Swan chairs. The company’s owner, Verner Overgaard, approached Arne with a proposal for the building – a brand new type of wall-mounted tap comprised of a single handle and spout with all of the mechanical parts concealed. This minimalistic concept challenged…

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get the look Pair gentle curves with deep hues for a beautifully cohesive look QUIET INTENT interior design thomas geldof ITS INTRIGUING GREEN IS THE defining feature of this beautifully pared-back kitchen, designed by architect Thomas Geldof and located on the Belgian coast. Collaborating with local artisans was the key to the success of this project, says Thomas. The kitchen’s walls are rendered with a lime finish that lends the space a calming, tactile quality. But beyond that, the lime works to absorb sound and regulate moisture in the room – ensuring the kitchen is never too humid or too dry. The island bench and benchtops are formed from a striking green-veined marble that ties in perfectly with the joinery, floor and walls. The star of the space, though, is…

THE HISTORY OF SHAKER-STYLE KITCHENS may surprise you. Created by the ‘Shakers’, an 18th century religious sect who believed in a simple and functional life, shaker-style architecture and furniture was well-crafted, handmade and eschewed unnecessary embellishment. “Shaker kitchens are customisable when it comes to dimensions, colours and design. You can put your own spin on it or go with a classic look, but try to avoid anything too chromatic or made from synthetic materials, as these might clash with the style,” says Johan Lundkvist, creative director and founder of Nordiska Kök Scandinavian Kitchens. Shaker-style kitchens are known for their recessed door panels, which appear framed. The look is associated with coastal, country and Hamptons interiors, but because simplicity is at the heart of this style, it’s versatile enough to work…

32.679 0° S 152.176 3° E STANDING PROUDLY BETWEEN THE RUGGED terrain and the whistles of the enveloping shore, the Hawks Nest Courtyard House embraces the surrounding landscape from every direction and has earned its place in the wilderness. With no sense of front or back and situated on a sweeping 60-acre property, the CHROFI-designed award-winning build by Fabprefab is a love letter to borderless beauty. Just minutes away from this private guest residence is a plethora of holiday pursuits – for the surfers and sunbathers there’s Bennetts and Jimmys beaches, while Myall River offers lakeside adventure. If slow is more your speed, venture to Tea Gardens and indulge in fresh local seafood with a glass of wine and a boat ride down the river. At night, let nature inform…

Rendezvous - Palon Square MEP Twist $37.95 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 8 Colours Available • Colour Featured: Afterglow Abode Wide Board Rigid Plank $54.90 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 5 Designs Available • Design Featured: Tromso Oak Beautiful flooring is the key element and stylish anchor in a stunning interior. When you get your flooring right everything else comes together naturally. Having quality flooring underfoot is an everyday luxury that enhances your lifestyle and that all-important time at home. Bedrooms are the ultimate sanctuaries where we not only sleep and relax but practise mindfulness, take our time dressing and truly wind down. Where possible the integration of a dressing room and indulgent bathroom offers an elevated experience for carrying out daily rituals. Softness, texture and tactility in this area enhance the feeling that…

selected window furnishings 10% off ask in-store or go online Abode Noble Rigid Plank $59.90 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 10 Designs Available • Designs Featured (left to right): Smoked Chestnut, Pale Oak Abode Noble’s innovative core technology offers quick and easy installation. Available in large-format 1,420mm x 225mm planks, Abode Noble is a collection of ten beautifully designed wood looks with superior performance. Abode Noble is easy to clean and maintain as well as offering impressive acoustic benefits reducing noise transfer to other rooms. From the warmth of Classic Blackbutt and Blue Mountain Gum, to the cool contemporary Pale Oak and the dark sultry grey tones of Smoked Chestnut, there is a variety of truly unique designs to choose from in the collection, all suitable for contemporary, classic and traditional spaces.…

There is nothing more luxurious than natural timber underfoot, the timber designs featured in our Ultimate Collection will provide a timeless, versatile look for your home. Featuring distinctive natural grains, timber flooring brings a high-end feel to any space and will inspire you to create an interior that radiates warmth and character. Plantino Engineered Oak Royale Timber - 1 Strip (190mm x 1,900mm) $82.90 m2 PRODUCT ONLY 8 Designs Available • Designs Featured: (left to right): Drift, Shell 8 designs available A word on our pricing. This Ultimate Choices Collection features Product Only pricing - this excludes any extra services that may be required. Some Choices Flooring stores across Australia include extra services within their final prices. These extra services may include, but are not limited to the following: •…

A majority of products featured in this catalogue carry Guarantees and Warranties, for more details see choicesflooring.com.au. Actual product samples shown in this catalogue may vary due to the printing process. Selected products may not be on display at some stores, but can be ordered from all stores. Rugs are only sold at selected stores but can be ordered from all Choices Flooring stores. Window furnishings are only available from selected stores and cannot be ordered from non participating stores. Featured products available until sold out or discontinued from the manufacturer. Square metre prices are indicative only and do not allow for wastage, as most carpets shown are either 3.66 metres wide or 4 metres wide. Pile reversal shading can occur on some carpets and is an optical effect, showing…