Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2022 i Real Living Australia

THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS to consider when it comes to renovating – even more so if you’re doing it for the first time. That’s why this issue we’re featuring the first instalment of a three-part guide: Real Renovations (p119). From researching the look you want and creating moodboards to setting a budget and getting plans through council, we’ll help you navigate the journey of renovating your home. My favourite bit is the breakdown of how much things really cost. Great info to know, and yet so hard to find! If you love part one, make sure to check out the October and November issues of real living for parts two and three of our renovating series. Our cover home, owned by Pip Edwards of P.E Nation, went through its…

WHEN THIS FEDERATION COTTAGE in Sydney’s Paddington went to auction, it was a nerve-wracking experience for bidders Josh Carolan and Sally Badger. The couple had a lot riding on it, as it was already their home. They had been living there as renters for nearly two years, which had given them time to see its full potential. “We always dreamed of renovating,” Sally says. “It’s a cute little cottage in a really good spot, but the whole time we were living here we just thought we could make this a much better place to live.” Thankfully they won the auction and brought their plans to life. DREAM TEAM Sally and Josh knew architect Adam Higginbotham, co-director of architecture and interior design studio Michiru Higginbotham, through friends and knew he was…

Down the rabbit hole of rugs there’s the perfect one for your space that pulls the whole room together and provides the softest of landings…

at home, Australia 1 Hay Colour is a huge inspiration for me and I always find interesting combinations in the company’s Darlinghurst showroom. I adore the minimalist aesthetic too. hayshop.com.au 2 Potts Point Bookshop From the classics to the best selection of cookbooks, this bookstore has something for everyone. I regularly spend hours here! Especially on rainy winter days. pottspointbookshop.com.au 3 P&V Wine + Liquor Merchants My love of food and good wine makes this shop in Sydney’s Newtown a regular haunt. pnvmerchants.com 4 Victor Churchill Woollahra Whenever I have a special occasion to cook for, I always make a trip to this butcher. It has an incredible fitout and amazing produce. I always take my Art Series tote and fill it to the brim! victorchurchill.com 5 Tigmi Trading Furniture…

fête champêtre Spring is in the air and we’re dreaming of fresh blooms, garden parties, tables laden with tea steeping in china teapots, tiny cakes on pretty platters and very, very excellent company! form in a teacup Curate a tea service fit for queens (aka your favourite friends) by gathering together your own selection of teapots, cups, saucers, milk jugs, sugar bowls, cute spoons and forks and, of course, chic cake stands high tea please The beauty of the contemporary tea set is that mixing and matching is encouraged. Gone are the days when one chipped cup ruined the whole set! Choose individual pieces you love from different collections and you’ll have a truly personal setting…

Attracting worldwide attention, the Murano mushroom lamp can be found adorning the homes of celebrities and influencers from around the globe, attaining a second round of success nearly 50 years after its creation IT’S NOT JUST FASHION TRENDS that run in cycles. Mid-century homewares, too, have made a strong resurgence in the design world and the Murano mushroom lamp is no exception. Our lock-down-induced obsession with homewares and increasing amount of time spent scrolling through social media have nurtured the perfect environment for a vintage homewares’ resurgence to grow. Crafted from Murano glass with the art of hand-blowing, surreal, swirling pastels are twisted in the glass, resulting in a one-of-a-kind lamp with the perfect portion of ‘70s flair. Before millennials took these fabulous fungi lamps hostage, they were enjoyed across…

who lives here? Co-founder/creative director at P.E Nation, Pip Edwards and her teenage son, Justice. pe-nation.com | @pipedwards “The vibe was based on the theme of green, which represents harmony, growth, creativity and abundance, which is what this move and new space represented for my son and I,” says Pip. FINDING YOUR PERFECT HOME all starts with a feeling. For Pip Edwards, that feeling came almost immediately after viewing the apartment in Sydney’s Rose Bay, conveniently located around the corner from her parents’ home. “They actually suggested I go to the inspection,” Pip says. “That was the first time I saw it and I put an offer in the very same day!” But before it became the home she knew it could be, there were changes to be made. While…

HIDING BEHIND UNDERGROWTH, at the end of a cul-de-sac, this mid-century gem was just waiting to be discovered. Interior designer Chelsea Hing’s client was walking around Melbourne’s Bayside area one night when he stumbled upon this uninhabited house. Untouched since the 1950s, the interior was a time capsule of mid-century style. Floral wallpaper and shag pile carpets filled the rooms. Captivated, the client saw beyond the dated design to the potential this home had and, after tracking down the owner, he bought it. MODERNISING It took four years to bring this relic into the modern day. “We had to have an extra level of sensitivity to retain some of the natural integrity of the house,” says Chelsea. Instead of completely gutting the structure, she and her team increased the amount…

who lives here? Mattia Bondanza, who works as a senior growth manager in PR for a financial institution, and his partner Josh Britt, a social media director at a creative agency, with their cats, Frost and Storm How to choose furniture for a compact space 1 When choosing a sofa, always measure the depth as well as the length as this will impact how much room you have to walk around it. 2 Round tables – both dining and coffee – will allow for more flow within a room. No more bumping into corners because space is tight. 3 Look for pieces that do double duty, such as a sofa or bed with built-in storage. 4 Outside, choose chairs made from mesh or perforated metal to suggest a sense of…

MOOD BOARD The first step in renovating your home is deciding what you want, and that involves lots of visual research… and a moodboard. Here’s how to create one from scratch GATHER Collect inspo images from magazines and Pinterest as well as product samples, fabric and paint swatches, tile and flooring options, and hardware or finish samples. CURATE Collate all the samples in one place and discard anything that jars or feels ‘wrong’. Aim for a balance of colours and materials with a touch of contrast and texture. VIBE CHECK Consider how the moodboard makes you feel. Does it match with the ambience you want your space to have? TEST If you can, take your moodboard into the space you’re going to renovate. Stick wallpaper samples and fabric swatches to…

coconut chia pudding SMOKED CHEESE BECHAMEL, ARTICHOKE & HAM CROISSANT BY BELINDA JEFFERY Serves 2 Prep + cooking time 35 mins 20g unsalted butter15g plain flour165ml cold milk50g smoked cheese (scamorza, raclette or gouda), grated or roughly chopped20g freshly grated parmesan Salt and pepper, to taste2 large croissants3 artichoke hearts (canned or marinated is great), excess moisture squeezed out and each cut into 4 slices100g thinly sliced ham (can omit for a veggie version, add extra artichoke) 1 Preheat oven to 180°C and line a small baking tray with baking paper. 2 Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for a few minutes or until the mixture is a nutty brown colour. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly.…

COLOUR SHOULD ALWAYS BE… EMOTION-AWAKENING. THE PERFECT LIGHTING IS… WARM AND GENEROUS. DESCRIBE IKEA X VARMBLIXT… A COLLECTION OF OBJECTS THAT BRING WARMTH INTO THE HOME THROUGH LIGHTING, MATERIALITY AND COLOUR. TO ME, FASHION IS… MOST INTERESTING WHEN IT INVOLVES CLEAN LINES AND INTERESTING MATERIALS (JUST LIKE THE WAY I APPROACH MY WORK). THE BEST CAREER ADVICE… BE AUTHENTIC AND GENUINE TO YOUR OWN BELIEFS AND IDEAS. WHEN I WANT TO RELAX… I TAKE A BATH – IT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT SPOT IN MY HOUSE AND I GET IN AT LEAST EVERY SECOND DAY. HAPPINESS IS… BATHING. I LOVE TO COLLECT… MY FRIENDS’ WORK. A WELL-DESIGNED ROOM… FEELS EFFORTLESS AND UNIQUE AT THE SAME TIME. THE SOUNDTRACK TO MY LIFE… WOULD BE WRITTEN BY JON BRION.…

staff pick BRON BATES Deputy editor staff pick CATHRYN ZHANG Creative director…

Wonderland by Annie Leibovitz If the soft salmon and contrasting red detailed cover doesn’t have you hooked, inside you’ll discover a highlight reel of one of the world’s most acclaimed photographic portraitist’s relationship with fashion. Rihanna: Queen Size by Rihanna Just like every wardrobe needs a LBD (little black dress), every coffee table needs a BBB (big black book). This limited-edition homage to fashion, music and photography is a prize to say the least. Captivate by Claudia Schiffer Who isn’t obsessed with the ‘90s supermodel fashion era? This tome celebrates the era of expression from someone who lived it. Yves Saint Laurent & Art by Madison Cox Get lost in a journey of art, history and fashion. One of the biggest names in couture shares a unique retrospective of his…

who lives here? Interior stylist Leah Maidment, her partner, David, and their British bulldog, Bruno. INTERIOR STYLIST LEAH MAIDMENT has a knack for knowing exactly where to place furniture and decorator pieces. “I think it goes with the job,” she says. “When I walk into a space, I visualise where things will go straightaway.” So it’s no surprise that her inner-Sydney two-bedroom terrace is so cohesive. But what is somewhat unexpected is the fact that, despite Leah’s professional access to unlimited interior products and endless new trends, her style remains pared-back and absolutely governed by careful curation. There is no excess or over-complication. And therefore, every interiors choice shines. STRONG FOUNDATIONS Leah’s style is deeply influenced by Danish modernism as well as the Japanese aesthetic principles of wabi-sabi, which honour…

who lives here? Interior stylist and writer, Eva-Marie Wilken. evamariewilken.com | @evamariewilken LOCATED WITHIN A HERITAGE BUILDING dating back to 1919, the apartment of Danish stylist Eva-Marie Wilken is a unique fusion of historical charm and contemporary style, but it wasn’t always such a delightful space. When Eva-Marie purchased the property two years ago, it was run-down, dated and required a restoration, a transformation that was carefully monitored by local heritage authorities. MIXED MEDIUM Original features such as the cream tiles in the bathroom and kitchen, terrazzo flooring, staircase, stucco and decorative architectural features were maintained, while Eva-Marie introduced a candy-hued colour palette, patterned wallpaper, contemporary furnishings and statement lighting. “Decorating such an old apartment with elements from modern life is both fun and a big challenge. I wish to…

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IF YOU DECIDE to freshen up your interior, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a more effective method than a fresh coat of paint. Whether it be for touch-ups or a floor-to-ceiling revamp, paint is the smile your room is never fully dressed without. Dulux Emerald Green may appear more adventurous and even a little daunting if you’re used to Vivid White, but when used correctly, it can add the kind of warmth and character that a white wall can only dream of. Here, Dulux colour and communications manager Andrea Lucena-Orr invites you to be inspired by the colour of the season, Emerald Green. EVERGREEN Paint will wear a little over time – it’s unavoidable. However if you’re looking to get the most out of your fresh coat of paint (who…

shop it Pack light and holiday right with these beachy essentials SUNSHINY DAYS ARE CALLING US – and Noosa is happily answering. Already famous for its delicious weather (hello, ‘Sunshine Coast’), surf breaks and aquamarine waters, Noosa has also produced a small but significant assemblage of fashion and interior brands that are making an impact on the Australian design scene. With some of these covetable labels putting down digs alongside the sandy beaches and resort stays of South East Queensland, a vacay in Noosa, with its access to lush rainforest walks, fresh tropical produce and swoon-worthy shopping, is a very appealing prospect indeed. eat… LAND & SEA BREWERY 19 Venture Dr, Noosaville landandseabrewery.com Enjoy a range of craft beers plus take a tour of the brewery and ‘Fortune’ Noosa Heads…

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