Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2022 i Real Living Australia

DO YOU OBSESS OVER design details when renovating or decorating? I certainly do. At the moment I’m trying to decide which edge profile to choose for my kitchen benchtops. Mitred? Lambs tongue? Double lambs tongue?! And don’t even get me started on the thickness. There are so many design choices and decisions to be made when updating your home, it can get overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. On a simple level, I liken it to putting together an outfit. You start with the base layers: flooring, walls, joinery. Next you add the texture and pattern: benchtops, wallpaper and window treatments. Finally, finish off with the decorative details: tapware, lighting and hardware like door handles and pulls. And, of course, furnishings and homewares, which are the style elements that…

“WE LIVE UPSTAIRS,” explains Jade, “which is not forever, but it gives us growth for the future.” ‘Upstairs’ for the couple is in a striking blue corner building in Sydney’s Darlinghurst. Downstairs at street level, Rainbow Studios is a bespoke art and design-lover’s haven – a bright and intimate gallery and store where everything, from the one-of-a-kind jewellery to the handmade light pendants and the marble table holding densely coloured ceramics, is for sale – by popular demand. Goldie originally produced the furniture purely for the purpose of displaying the wares, but, “people were coming in and seeing the furniture and asking us, ‘Is this for sale?’ And we were like, actually it is!” Jade and Goldie hatched the plan to open Rainbow Studios in the strange lull in life…

SPRING IS HERE AND SUMMER is just around the corner, so now is the perfect time to give your interior an update. To suit the season, go for an edit of homewares and artworks in delicious holiday hues, rustic textures and organic shapes that evoke a laidback style. The latest collection from Oz Design Furniture takes its inspiration from destinations such as the Mediterranean. Timeless blue-and-white prints contrast with contemporary sculptural stonewares, while cushions and textiles are all about a pared-back palette and slubby weaves. For a gentle suggestion of colour, the painterly Fruit Lady I artwork will bring sunbaked hues of palm, ochre, rust and blush to your home – another way to add style and interest to neutral interiors. The Maisie vase… in White Sand is made from…

“I THINK THERE’S WARRIOR WOMAN ENERGY in my house with all the girls, so we wanted the space to be very relaxed,” says Sam, who lives with her husband Michael, their three young daughters and their dog in a semi-detached home overlooking the ocean. Sam engaged Shona McElroy of Smac Studio for the design and emphasised that she’d like the home to have a calming energy to balance the family’s vivacity, while making the most of space and light. Practicality for the kids was also top of mind. PERFECT FIT Even though the home was a new build, there were still some adjustments to be made before Sam’s interior goals could be realised. “There’s always challenges with the build,” admits Sam. “I think one of the biggest things is that…

A LABOUR OF LOVE is how Mandy Henderson describes the process that led to the creation of her Mornington Peninsula holiday home. While the knockdown and new build itself took two years, she spent an additional two years prior to that working with interior designer Hana Hakim from The Stella Collective, polishing every little detail to create the blueprint for her dream home. “I summarised my brief in two words: barefoot luxe,” explains Mandy. “I was hoping to achieve a space that felt instantly calming yet sophisticated. Down to earth but elevated through the finishes and materials we used.” The design had to be simple and unpretentious, maximising sweeping views of Port Phillip Bay, with flooring hardy enough to withstand the trampling of sandy feet. SUBTLE NOSTALGIA Mandy took inspiration…

WI-FIMONITORING Electrolux is known for smart design, and the spacious 609L capacity of this fridge delivers. The optimally split door design means less cold air and energy is wasted with frequent opening. Wi-fi monitoring via the Electrolux Life app lets you remotely monitor and adjust the temperature, while push notifications can alert you if a door’s been left open, or if it’s time to change the water filter. CUSTOMISABLE DOORS Tailor your door storage to accommodate items tall and small such as bott les, eggs and condiments with the FlexStor convertible door storage system. Easy-to-move compartments give you freedom to reconfigure when you need to change up your storage. TASTEGUARD PROTECTION Integrated TasteGuard carbon filtration removes stale odours and keeps the circulating air fresh and hygienic, while dual independent cooling…

FISHER & PAYKEL SMART FOOD CARE The Fisher & Paykel 476L Integrated French Door Fridge's ActiveSmart microprocessor learns and adapts to your daily habits, interpreting how you use your refrigerator and adjusting temperature, airflow and humidity inside to keep food fresher for longer and save energy. The spacious bottom freezer with full extension drawer gives easy access to frozen goods and easy visibility. QUALITY STAINLESS STEEL AND GLASS Fisher & Paykel’s commitment to quality shines through in the materials they use when designing and building their fridges, including real stainless steel and solid tempered glass for secure shelving. The flexible design lets you choose the stainless steel exterior panel and handle, or integrate with your own cabinetry. EASY TO INSTALL Whether you’re updating or starting your kitchen from scratch, Fisher…

have you considered… Sometimes the best interiors are made up of unexpected design choices. For example, in the kitchen, have you considered using a porcelain benchtop or splashback? Resistant to scratches, chips and cracks, it’s perfect for busy families – and messy cooks! How about a lamp on your benchtop? It’s a surefire way to add decorative charm to your workspace, as well as task lighting. As for art, every kitchen should have at least one piece. Hang if you can, lean if you can’t. why not try… A bench seat or stool is a handy piece to have in a laundry. You can use it as an extra surface to hold transitional items such as folded washing, or as a storage piece to keep laundry essentials on and underneath.…

staff pick ANDREA HEALY Art director “Tactile finishes, natural shapes and subtle lighting bring warmth to this deceptively minimal space.”…

meet the designers CLO Studios founder and creative director Chloe Tozer and her team. clostudios.com.au | @clo_studios @twohillandjames | @informbuilding mix your materials Metal, marble and timber combine in the kitchen, creating an aesthetic that’s both future-focused and nostalgic. It transcends hard-and-fast labels. Blending materials in unexpected ways builds impact and deepens your design story DECORATING IS ALL ABOUT MEANINGFUL storytelling. It’s about conveying identity, establishing flow and creating spaces that resonate. So when CLO Studios took on this new four-bedroom home in Bardon, Brisbane, the focus was on adding the final layer to the architectural story created by Twohill & James and InForm Building Group. It was vital to distil exactly what was precious and purposeful to the owner and reflect that through hand-picked and bespoke pieces. “The desire…

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wiggle it The Celine dining chair in cast iron, $895, from Clo Studios’ Marrakesh collection brings a twist to tradition and a curve to spaces indoor and out, with cushions suitable for undercover outdoor use too. Order yours at clostudios.com.au handmade play things Bold colours and forms abound in Dinosaur Designs’ latest homewares and jewellery collection, Play. Co-designer Louise Olsen says it’s about conveying a freedom to dream, experiment and create without limits. dinosaurdesigns.com.au staff pick CATHRYN ZHANG Creative director ILLUMINATING The light lab is Viabizzuno’s new flagship showroom in Sydney, showcasing an immersive world for all lighting needs. Far from purely functional, the options are decorative and architectural. vboaustralia.com power of one This shaker system from kvadrat+raf combines storage with lifestyle accessories perfect for the modern household. Designed to…

CONCEIVED AT A TIME when exotic travel plans were put on hold, the overhaul of this NSW South Coast deli and wine bar – overseen by Dominique Brammah, co-director of interior design company Duet – utilised a playful palette cemented in Mediterranean flair. “The owner had commissioned a local potter to produce all the serving ware for the bar very early on, and this became a beautiful synergy and celebration of detail,” she says. Revolting against the minimalist look that currently consumes the design world, Dominique chose to celebrate the powerful whimsy of colour and the joyous effect it can have on our mood. “Bold shades – including the rusty orange of the wall tables, the deep blue-green of the skirtings and the burgundy in the stripe of the stool…

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ANNA PAGE’S APARTMENT is a two-bedroom affair, but its size doesn’t stop her giving tours to more than 180,000 smitten interior lovers. Well, on Instagram anyway! Two years ago, this circa 1915 apartment in Manhattan’s Upper East Side was in a ‘bland’ semi-original state. Nevertheless, Anna instantly saw its potential and envisioned its future. Staying true to her own decorative style (which is traditional and French with a hint of modern), Anna began ‘prettying up’ her place in the most charming of ways. Classic wall mouldings were reinstated, original floors were spiffed up and a ’70s foyer mirror was simply covered. The wardrobe area morphed into a study and Anna’s father helped hang a beloved chandelier. And voilà! It was on to layering just the ‘right’ furnishings and adding decorative…

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DOOR IN DOOR LG’s clever and convenient InstaView Door-in-Door design gives you a clear view of your fridge’s contents without having to open the door. Featuring a two-in-one design, the glass door can be opened for convenient access to frequently used items without the need to open the main doors and disrupt the temperature-controlled environment. CRAFT YOUR ICE If you’re into iced drinks or cocktails, the craft ice maker will take your concoctions to the next level, creating slow-melting round ice at home. The gradual freezing technique removes air bubbles for a clearer ice ball, and the density of round ice means it lasts longer than standard ice cubes. UV WATER DISPENSER Stay refreshed with the UVnano® Water Dispenser with a clever built-in UV LED light that helps keep the…

LIEBHERR BIOFRESH KEEPS FOOD LASTING LONGER Perfect for busy households, the Liebherr 480L Bott om Mount Fully Integrated Fridge has the space and features to keep your weekly shop fresher for longer. BioFresh technology automatically optimises interior drawer temperature with adjustable humidity levels, and for ultimate convenience and precision, Liebherr’s MagicEye control system allows you to monitor the temperature via an LCD screen. PLUMBED-IN ICE MAKER Enjoy cool, fresh water and ice with the plumbed-in ice maker that automatically replenishes its water supply. With an option to turn on or off, the ice maker features a generous drawer to ensure you have all the ice you need for any occasion. NO-FROST FREEZER Convenient NoFrost technology prevents ice from forming in the freezer, so there’s no need for time-consuming defrosting. Two…

staff pick CATHRYN ZHANG Creative director “Glass creates unexpected results, acting as a partition between light, shades and materiality.”…

staff pick ALICE IERACE Art director “A balanced combination of smooth and brushed textures creates an intimate and elegant space.”…

style tip If you’re nervous about what furnishings to pair against this colour, try using small samples or swatches to see how well the tones work together. A mood board will provide a similar gauge IF A NEUTRAL HOME BRINGS YOU JOY but you’re looking to steer away from white, grey and beige become your playground. Dieskau falls into the grey category and while it is an easy colour to incorporate into any space, there are some things you should be aware of so you can make the best choices for your home. Here, Dulux colour and communications manager Andrea Lucena-Orr provides everything you need to know about the neutral colour king, Dieskau. GREY MATTER Undertone is everything when it comes to a colour like Dieskau. Understanding the colours that…

1… Download a banking app to help get a quick snapshot of your finances: what’s coming in, what’s going out and what’s left in your savings accounts. With the ubank app you can even add accounts you might have with other financial institutions – there’s over 190 to choose from! Very important to have a full finance overview when managing a renovation. 2… On the same app you can set up multiple accounts and label each one a different part of your reno, for example by individual rooms or trades. It’s a great tool to help you keep on budget. 3… There’s a Smart Search feature which enables you to filter transactions to find transfers, payments and bills in a flash. Handy if you lose hard copies. 4… It also…

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LASTING LEGACY Now exhibiting at the Heide Museum of Modern Art in Melbourne is a collection of Barbara Hepworth’s modernist sculptures. Her pink ancaster stone piece Mother and Child is below. heide.com.au staff pick BRON BATES Deputy editor TOUCH OF PARADISE The Royal Menagerie collaboration between Mokum and interior designer Catherine Martin offers fabric and wallpaper collections in theatrical colour palettes and patterns that transport you to another world. jamesdunloptextiles.com with a twist Inspired by the fantastical and imaginative worlds of Alice in Wonderland and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, this collaboration between In Good Company and Helle Mardahl brings unexpected shapes and bright hues to your glass tableware. Down the rabbit hole you’ll go! ingoodcompany.com.au staff pick ALICE IERACE Art director ONE OF A KIND Studio ceramicist Alison Frith…

Resort paradise SETTLE IN COMFORT AS YOU RELAX WITH FRIENDS AND ENJOY COOL DRINKS WITH THIS SOPHISTICATED BURANO ALUMINIUM LOUNGE RANGE. Let’s go outside APPRECIATE THE GREAT OUTDOORS. WHETHER IT’S A COASTAL PANORAMA OR A GARDEN VIEW, THE CONTEMPORARY ESTELLE TIMBER DINING SETTING WITH ITS COASTAL - INSPIRED DESIGN, AND RESILIENT WICKER DETAILING, WILL HAVE YOU SITTING PRETTY ALL SUMMER LONG. Midday refresh HIT RESET THIS SUMMER WITH LAZY AFTERNOONS BY THE POOL IN THIS MODERN TAKE ON CLASSIC WICKER, THE HANNAH LOUNGE RANGE. All-day dining CATCHING UP WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS IS EASY WHEN YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE IS OPEN ALL DAY. FIRE UP THE MASPORT BARBEQUE AND ENJOY RELAXED GRAZING AT ANY HOUR WITH THE VERSATILE ANCONA ALUMINIUM DINING SETTING. Live your best life alfresco OUTDOOR LIVING IS…

‘BORING’ AND ‘AVERAGE’ ARE WORDS THAT SIMPLY aren’t in designer Emma Mulholland’s vocabulary. From her quirky and daring fashion line to the kaleidoscope of colours in her Bellevue Hill apartment, Emma loves pushing boundaries and breaking the mould. It comes as no surprise, then, that the apartment she owns with her fiancé, Gareth Budge, has an unusual past. The 1930s building, now split into seven apartments, used to be home to wealthy owners, and the area that is now Emma’s abode was once the servants’ quarters. “I guess they lived lavishly,” jokes Emma. While the apartment has one bedroom and one bathroom, it’s far from cramped. The open-plan layout feels roomy while the use of a split-level design, with stairs leading down to the bedroom and walk-in wardrobe, increases the…

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FISHER & PAYKEL VARIABLE TEMPERATURE ZONE You’re in control with Variable Temperature Zone. Enjoy the flexibility of Chill, Fridge, Soft Freeze or Freezer modes to optimise your storage and maintain the perfect environment. MATTE BLACK GLASS FINISH An elegant matte black glass finish with recessed handles gives a smooth, minimalist look to complement any kitchen, while being effortless to clean. SLIMLINE WATER DISPENSER Enjoy cool, filtered water at the press of a butt on and automatic ice making without compromising storage space. RF605QZUVB1 FISHER & PAYKEL 538L MATTE BLACK GLASS QUAD DOOR FRIDGE WITH ICE & WATER DISPENSER $3699. Check the energy star rating, more stars mean more savings on your power bill.…

AS SMART AS THEY COME This spacious family-friendly fridge with a connected built-in Family HubTM is more than just a fun way to share messages, photos or videos. From personalised recipe ideas to meal plans, it’s like your personal food concierge. You can also watch TV, check the weather, access apps on your smartphone, pop on a playlist and so much more* at the tap of a finger. *Family Hub™ requires an internet connection. Apps and services are subject to change without notice. Data usage fees may apply. INTERNAL BEVERAGE CENTRETM Neatly recessed into the French door design is the innovative Internal Beverage CentreTM, including a removable family size auto-fill infuser water jug, automatic plumbed water dispenser* and a dual auto ice maker for instant refreshment. *Subject to the unit…

FISHER & PAYKEL VARIABLE TEMPERATURE ZONES Variable Temperature Zone lets you change the freezer compartment to Freezer, Soft Freeze or Deep Freeze, and change a fridge compartment to Pantry, Fridge or Chill mode for optimal storage and flexibility when entertaining. INTERNAL WATER AND ICE DISPENSERS The water dispenser and ice maker are housed internally to suit integrated cabinetry. The slimline water dispenser neatly fits inside the door for ease of access. The sleek design maximises interior storage space and is designed to work seamlessly with the automatic ice maker, which features a dedicated ice storage bin and an extra boost for when ice is in high demand. MIX AND MATCH TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS Need more of one and less of the other? Don’t compromise – mix and match with…

staff pick CORINA KOCH Stylist “The playful juxtaposition of classic and quirky elements makes this space a perfectly curated success.”…

staff pick BRON BATES Deputy editor “Symmetry and movement with soft tones and statement wallpaper make for a pleasing place of retreat.”…

ORDERING AHEAD Adam Higginbotham and Michiru Cohen, directors of architecture and design company Michiru Higginbotham, recommend paying a deposit to secure stock once you’ve decided on a material and shopping locally to limit the risk of delayed shipping. “As a guide, structural materials should be ordered earlier in a project,” they suggest. “Finishing materials, like tapware, should be ordered after demolition, so they are ready when needing to be installed.” To move or not to move? Move out • IF IT’S A FULL-SCALE RENOVATION• IF YOU HAVE CHILDREN, ELDERLY PEOPLE OR PETS LIVING WITH YOU• IF YOU HAVE EASILY ACCESSIBLE TEMPORARY HOUSING NEARBY Stay put • IF YOU STILL HAVE ACCESS TO A KITCHEN AND BATHROOM THAT AREN’T IN THE WORK ZONE• IF YOU HAVE A FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE THAT…

GOOD FOOD TASTES/LOOKS/FEELS… HONEST, BEAUTIFUL, GENEROUS. COLOUR IS… EVERYTHING TO ME. HOW LUCKY IS IT THAT WE CAN SEE AND EXPERIENCE SO MANY BEAUTIFUL COLOURS AROUND US? IMAGINE IF THE WORLD WAS BLACK AND WHITE. I GUESS IT WOULD STILL BE BEAUTIFUL, BUT COLOUR ADDS SO MUCH RICHNESS TO OUR LIVES. ALWAYS ON MY GROCERY LIST… LEMONS, OLIVE OIL, PARMESAN CHEESE. MY FAVOURITE DESIGN PERIOD IS… HARD TO PICK, BUT I LOVE ART DECO, SURREALISM, MODERNISM, BAUHAUS… I’D SAY MY LEAST FAVOURITE IS MINIMALISM. MY ENDURING CREATIVE INFLUENCES ARE… MY NEUROSIS, NATURE (MOON, CLOUDS). I’M ROLLING MY EYES A BIT AT MY OWN RESPONSE. I’M INSPIRED BY… HARDWORKING PEOPLE, CHILDREN’S IMAGINATIONS. RIGHT NOW I’M COVETING… A SKI SUIT BY JIL SANDER THAT I WANT TO WEAR ON THE STREET IN…