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CREDITS Publisher Adore Home Magazine Editor-in-chief, designer and product editor Loni Parker loni@adoremagazine.com Sub-editor Nichola Davies nicholadavies.com Writers Beth Greshwalk Casey Hutton caseyhutton.com Nichola Davies nicholadavies.com Product/content sourcing assistant Kate Moss kate@adoremagazine.com
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CONTENTS 2
EDITOR’S LETTER
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WHAT’S NEW
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BATHROOM NEWS
11 PRODUCT TRENDS 14 KITCHEN TRENDS We’re showcasing 50 of the hottest kitchen trends and products for 2020.
36 WORK FROM HOME For many, working from home is new territory. We’ve sought out words of wisdom from those who’ve been doing it for years.
39 HOME OFFICE PRODUCTS
We’ve rounded up 30 must-have home office and storage essentials .
43 HOME TOURS
From an Edwardian-era reno to breezy Cali-cool vibes, we showcase four homes in styles everyone can draw inspiration from.
82 GARDEN NEWS
The must-have indoor and outdoor planting essentials.
84 GARDEN TOUR
After being a rental for 30 years, this family created their home’s now lush garden from the ground up.
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EDITOR’S LETTER
EDITOR LONI PARKER
While I didn’t really want to bring up the c-word, it’s impossible to avoid mentioning the coronavirus; it’s impacted us all. In terms of this winter issue of Adore, we’ve adjusted our content. You’ll notice an absence of travel and gourmet news, for obvious reasons. I’ve temporarily replaced them with gardening news and an outdoor tour (if you’re a plant hoarder like I am, these may be welcome additions!). 2
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This issue we dive into the hottest kitchen trends of 2020, and I have to say I’m pretty darn jealous of all the beautiful kitchens we’ve featured (especially the work of Front Porch Properties, pictured on our cover). You see, my own kitchen is a right old mess: cabinetry doors falling off their hinges, an oven that takes an age to heat up, and a speckled pink-and-black granite benchtop that the ’90s can have back, thank you very much! I’m desperate for a kitchen renovation and have already planned the space; now I need to save up for it. If you’re also looking to pull the trigger on a reno, check out our feature from page 14.
ABI ‘Elysian’ kitchen mixer in brushed brass $289.90 abiinteriors.com.au
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Dover Mason ‘Dosave’ wooden bar stool $104.95 zanui.com.au ABI ‘Belfast’ farmhouse kitchen sink in brass $959.90 abiinteriors.com.au
I’m sure all of you are navigating changes during this strange time. For many (although not for me!), working from home is something new; that’s why we’ve gathered helpful tips from folks who’ve been doing it for years. I hope their pearls of wisdom come in handy for some of you. To those who’ve lost their jobs: hang in there. 2020 is going to test us all, but when we come out on the other side, we’ll all be so much more appreciative of the little things we took for granted.
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Vic Ash timber benchtop priced from $435 for 600x2400mm kaboodle.com.au
Snuggle up Cosy throw, flickering fire and a cheeky glass of red… get winter-ready and stay indoors. Baby, it’s cold outside. Lambert Faux Wool Occasional Chair $399
Longton Black Wall Mounted Electric Fireplace $499
Mila Table Lamp $149
Rochdale White Mantel $599 & Electric Fireplace Insert $349 Maxwell Smokey Pendant 30cm $169 & 13cm $109ea, Boston Deep Teal Velvet Sofas from $1,699, Salu Mango Timber Coffee Table $499 & Side Table $299, Nomadic Mandala Wool Blend Rug $399, Marnie Macramé Throw $149, Cuscino Blue Garden Cushion $49 Bello Luxe Emerald Velvet Occasional Chair $299 Aditya Floral Cotton Rug $49
Amalia Table Lamp $149
Casa Uno Seagrass Pet Bed $39
Kaya Tribal Diamond Hemp & Cotton Rug $199
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WHAT’S NEW
DÉCOR TO ADORE
We’re dishing up our favourite homewares and renovation finds for this winter.
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PHOTOGRAPHY BALI INTERIORS / STYLING CAITLIN HAYDEN
WHAT’S NEW
VILLA-INSPIRED FURNITURE Villa Lane’s new collection is all about creating relaxed, villa-inspired living spaces that are as ethical as they are stylish. Made from sustainable and predominately organic materials such as rattan, timber and seagrass, the collection encourages you to relax and enjoy your everyday spaces, while evoking a global connection. Shot at Casa Palma in Canggu, Bali, the collection elevates and complements the space’s neutral palette, cement floors and indoor/outdoor areas of the villa’s design.
THE NEW ‘OLYMPIAN’ VESSEL COLLECTION FROM L&M HOME IS INSPIRED BY GREEK MYTHOLOGY. EACH VESSEL IS AVAILABLE IN BLACK OR CHALK AND IS HANDCRAFTED USING STONE AND CONCRETE, CREATING BOLD AND UNIQUE SILHOUETTES. PRICED FROM $95. LMHOME.COM.AU
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Sage x Clare ‘Reggie’ jute door mat $69 sageandclare.com
MINIMALISTIC DETERGENT Finally–a laundry detergent that’s actually packaged beautifully! Introducing Dirt’s simple and stylish pump bottle filled with eco laundry
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White stripe indoor doormat $59.95 doormatsonline.com.au
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IKEA ‘Skibet’ door mat in leopard black/orange $9.99 ikea.com/au
detergent ($16.95). Once you’ve finished your first bottle, don’t throw it out. Just top it up with Dirt’s low-plastic, recyclable laundry detergent refills. A win for the environment and your laundry’s aesthetic. milligram.com
Made in Australia by Design By Them, ‘Sundae’ offers commercial-grade armchairs, lounges and ottomans in your choice of upholstery. Coupling soft curves with billowing profiles, ‘Sundae’ is designed to make you feel right at home. designbythem.com adore home
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Linen House ‘Exon Tofu’ throw $99.99 linenhouse.com
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Sanctuary Studio pompom throw in black $109 sanctuarystudio.com.au
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Adairs has announced an exciting partnership with much-loved Australian designer Mark Tuckey. Together they’ve created an extensive collection of homewares and furniture celebrating Mark’s clean, uncomplicated and modern designs. The ‘Slat Bedhead’ ($799.99 for queen size) and matching ‘Slat Round Oak Bedside Table’ ($279.99) are our personal faves.
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V I N TA G E - S T Y L E LUGGAGE RACK
When interior designer Sibella Court couldn’t
find beautiful vintage-style luggage racks she decided to design one herself. “I see this rack
being used as a storage alternative to cupboards in hallways and mudrooms for hats, in the
bathroom for towels and bathrobes, or in the kitchen for pots and pans,” says Sibella. shop.thesocietyinc.com.au
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ADP’s new laundry range boasts a versatile collection of Australian-made cabinetry, solid surface benchtops, sinks, and laundry accessories to suit any style. With all of their cabinets made to order, you can personalise your laundry to suit any size or style. Pictured below is the ‘Vogue’ laundry range in v-groove profile. adpaustralia.com.au
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GEOMETRIC LUXURY The embodiment of geometric luxury, ADP’s new ‘Hendrix’ wall-hung vanity features diamond pattern v-groove detailing, deluxe soft-close drawers and your choice of ‘Blaze’ handles (pictured) or bevel-grip finger pull. Available in ‘Matte White’, ‘Matte Milton Moon Grey’ or ‘Matte Black Polyurethane Finish’ and priced from $1,739. adpaustralia.com.au
White is the new black
INK 2020 W BLACK? WE TH IS WHITE THE NE OF WHITE SE IN POPULARITY WILL SEE THE RI IES. ABI OR SS THROOM ACCE TAPWARE AND BA TO GIVE OM FR SE E TO CHOO HAS A WIDE RANG N-WHITE ALL THE WHITE-O YOUR BATHROOM S. MINIMALIST VIBE ABIINTERIORS.CO
When it comes to designing your ultimate bathroom, a semi-inset basin is a brilliant (and beautiful!) compact option. You can now incorporate this popular space-saving style into your bathroom design with the addition of Roca’s ‘Inspira’ semi-inset basin range to Reece’s much-loved ‘ISSY by Zuster’ bathroom collection. reece.com.au
Design duo Alisa and Lysandra Fraser have
launched their al.ive body brand of personal care products. It includes naturally derived
hand/body wash and a hand/body lotion, in a
choice of three luxurious scents–Kaffir Lime & Green Tea; Fig, Apricot & Sage; and Coconut & Wild Orange. ‘The Duo’ with tray in gift box (pictured) is priced at $79. alivebody.com.au
Lo & Co has added to its beautiful collection of brass handles. The new ‘Ascot’ and ‘Mabel’ knobs are made with a brushed brass finish. Use as cabinet handles or wall hooks. loandcointeriors.com.au 8
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‘THE POD COLLECTION’, DESIGNED BY CONCRETE NATION’S MASTER CRAFTSMAN JASON LETT AND HIS TEAM OF ARTISANS, WAS CREATED FOR POWDER ROOMS AND SMALLER SPACES. ‘THE POD COLLECTION’ HAS FOUR BESPOKE BASIN DESIGNS AND COMES IN CONCRETE NATION’S 15 SIGNATURE HUES INCLUDING ‘DUSTY PINK’. CONCRETENATION.COM.AU
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PRODUCT TRENDS
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PHOTOGRAPHY MIKE BAKER / RETRO PRINT REVIVAL ‘ATHENA’ LAMP
This funky pot is our fave find!
PRINT ‘Cactus Motel Palm Springs’ photographic print by Jacqui Turk from $180 (unframed) jacquiturk.com / WALLPAPER Cole & Son ‘Palm Jungle’ wallpaper in Forest Green $220 per 10m roll wallpapertrader.com / LIGHT ‘Aspen’ satin brass 6-light pendant $299 earlysettler.com.au / WALL PANEL Easycraft Expressions Black Series ‘Caprio’ in American Walnut $150 per sqm easycraft.com.au / CHAIR Sarah Ellison ‘Huggy’ faux fur chair in off white $1,595 lifeinteriors.com.au / VASE HK Living speckled clay angular vase (medium) $99.95 houseoforange.com.au CUSHION Kip&Co velvet tassel cushion cover in garden green $89 kipandco.com.au / TURNTABLE Marley ‘Stir It Up’ turntable wireless $449.95 hehouseofmarley.com.au / OBJECT West Elm metal sputnik object $79 westelm.com.au / LAMP Retro Print Revival ‘Athena’ lamp (small) in caper linen $465 retroprintrevival.com / BUFFET Castlery ‘Lily’ sideboard $1,099 castlery.com.au / PLANTER Areaware ‘Stacking’ planter short $120 until.com.au adore home
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L&M HOME ‘MONDO’ BED LINEN, ‘ARCHWAY’ AND ‘NIGHTWATCH’ CUSHIONS AND ‘HEPBURN’ BLANKET LMHOME.COM.AU / PHOTOGRAPHY MARTINA GEMMOLA
HOME FRAGRANCE Black Blaze ‘Bush Walk’ room spray $49 designstuff.com.au / THROW Città washed velvet quilted throw in jam $179 cittadesign.com / VASE HK Living ceramic shell vase in terra (large) $59 rjliving.com.au / LAMP ‘Pia’ desk lamp in terracotta $199 norsu.com.au / TOWEL Home Republic ‘Monaco’ bath towel $39.99 adairs.com.au ART ‘Emmi Rust 1’ framed print $429 ozdesignfurniture.com.au / PILLOWCASE L&M Home ‘Mondo’ 100% French linen pillowcase in tobacco $66 lmhome.com.au / CUSHION L&M Home ‘Archway’ cushion $130 lmhome.com.au / BOWL L&M Home ‘Mona’ pedestal bowl in clay $101 lmhome.com.au / TRIVET OYOY ‘Rainbow’ trivet in caramel $49 designstuff.com.au ARMCHAIR Life Interiors ‘Adele’ armchair in rust $895 lifeinteriors.com.au / STOOL Fenton&Fenton terrazzo hourglass stump in soft pink $450 fentonandfenton.com.au / RUG Home Republic ‘Tierra’ large rug in rust $299.99 adairs.com.au 12
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KITCHEN TRENDS OF
2020 We’re showcasing 50 of the hottest kitchen trends and products for 2020.
INTERIOR DESIGN LOWI INTERIORS / PHOTOGRAPHY AARON BUSCH / ARCHITECTURE AVENUE STUDIO
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let in the light Lighting is a super important element to consider when designing a kitchen. Architect Victoria Vine of Avenue Studios has thoughtfully composed this indoor/outdoor zone to be a complete natural light trap utilising a number of key architectural components. The pitched ceiling with generously sized fixed windows coupled with skylights hovering above the dining and alfresco really allows the daylight to flood through. The kitchen designed by Loretta Wilson of Lowi Interiors makes the most of a neutral palette of cool whites, textured stone and timber to bounce around all that natural light. Artificial lighting in the form of ‘Kymi’ wall lights by Astro feature above the kitchen shelving.
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HIDDEN PANTRY
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Cylindrical ribbed up-down wall light (small) $229 lightingcollective.com.au
OPEN SHELVING, A PRACTICAL BENCHTOP AND STORAGE DRAWERS (ALONG WITH SPACE FOR A MICROWAVE) MEANS THIS PANTRY CONCEALED BEHIND BI-FOLD DOORS WORKS JUST AS HARD AS A BUTLER’S PANTRY. ON THE PLUS SIDE, THIS STYLE TAKES UP LESS SPACE, AND BULKY APPLIANCES CAN BE HIDDEN FROM PLAIN VIEW.
INTERIOR DESIGN LOWI INTERIORS / PHOTOGRAPHY AARON BUSCH / ARCHITECTURE AVENUE STUDIO
“They introduce a subtle wash of artificial light, enhancing the mood and enlarging the space at night whilst also offering an understated textural element during the day,” says Loretta. “All remaining lighting selections were chosen to offer functionality in the evening whilst almost disappearing during the day.”
INTERIOR DESIGN LYDIA MASKIELL / PHOTOGRAPHY ANGIE BLAIR
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4 Target Vanilla & Coconut hand duo $12 target.com.au Aelin hand sanitiser gel pump 250ml $19.95 aelin.com.au
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Ceiling-height cabinetry is a sure way to get a slick, designer-look kitchen (plus who wants to clean dusty cabinet tops?). Interior designer Lydia Maskiell loves taking cabinetry to the ceiling to help draw the eye upwards. “It creates a sense of height and volume, and is also a great way to maximise unused space with additional storage,”
al.ive Body Kaffir Lime & Green Tea wash and lotion duo 500mL + tray $79 alivebody.com.au
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Leif ‘Lillypilly’ hand wash 500ml $35 leifproducts.com
OVERHEAD HANGING STORAGE
IT WAS POPULAR IN MID-CENTURY KITCHENS AND NOW WE’RE SEEING THE RE-EMERGENCE OF OVERHEAD CABINETRY OVER THE ISLAND, ALBEIT OPEN HANGING STORAGE FOR A MORE CONTEMPORARY LOOK. INTERIOR DESIGNER LYDIA MASKIELL SAYS ENCLOSED OVERHEADS OVER THE ISLAND “WOULD HAVE FELT TOO MUCH LIKE A BARRIER BETWEEN THE KITCHEN AND LIVING ROOM”. “OPEN SHELVING WORKS REALLY WELL. IT GIVES THE CLIENT A SPACE FOR HER BELOVED PLANTS. PLUS, IT’S ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY FOR MORE STORAGE OF THINGS THAT NEED TO BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE,” SAYS LYDIA.
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Lydia’s top tips are: “only use floor-to-ceiling cabinetry where the ceiling is flat; it can be awkward with raked or irregular ceilings. I also only keep cabinetry to a maximum height of 2700mm, as cabinetry feels too heavy if it exceeds this height.”
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INTERIOR DESIGN LYDIA MASKIELL / PHOTOGRAPHY BEN DILGER
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INTERIOR DESIGN + BUILD FRONT PORCH PROPERTIES / PHOTOGRAPHY LOUISE ROCHE, VILLA STYLING
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modern farmhouse
It’s hard to believe this kitchen is a flat pack. Front Porch Properties has customised this Kaboodle kitchen for a client’s dream home. To achieve the popular modern farmhouse aesthetic, they’ve used raw shaker-profile cabinet fronts and spray painted them in Sherwin Williams ‘Evergreen Fog’. Also essential to the rustic farmhouse look are the Victorian ash island benchtop and open shelves. “I love the casual dining nook at the end of the island with our custom timber legs,” explains Front Porch Properties’ builder Rachael Turner. “Little extra details like that are what really helps to make a flat-pack kitchen look custom.”
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INTERIOR DESIGN ARCHIE BOLDEN / PHOTOGRAPHY ELOUISE VAN RIET-GRAY
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Smartstone ‘Statuario Venato’ from $1,045 per lineal metre (installed) smartstone.com.au
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The brief from GlobeWest for the renovation and expansion of their Brisbane showroom by Archie Bolden was to create a space that was open and inviting.
Interior designer Hayley Richards says an open island bench is a total winner from both aesthetic and practical standpoints. “It’s practical in that it pushes all plumbing and services to your back cabinetry, usually resulting in a great cost saving as it groups all the services onto the same line,” says Hayley. “Aesthetically, by keeping all solid elements and equipment against the wall, the island is inherently lightened.”
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ABI ‘Belfast’ farmhouse kitchen sink in brass $959.90 abiinteriors.com.au
The breeze block base is a nod to Queensland’s indoor/outdoor lifestyle. “Not only do they provide a visually decorative feature, but their structural properties allowed us the opportunity to ‘float’ the countertop above,” says Hayley.
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Franke ‘Impact’ granite double undermount sink in onyx $1,120 reece.com.au
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ABI ‘Seba’ single sink (550mm) in brushed gunmetal $629.90 abiinteriors.com.au
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IKEA ‘Havsen’ 2 sink bowls in white $349 ikea.com.au
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Lo & Co. ‘Luna’ pull in brass $34 loandcointeriors.com.au
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IN THIS SHOWROOM KITCHEN, AN ARCHED RECESS IS USED AS THE FOCAL POINT AND TO SOFTEN THE GEOMETRY OF THE SPACE. SEMICIRCLE DOOR HANDLES ALSO EMPHASISE THE CURVED LINES. “I WANTED TO PLAY UP THE ARCHES BY BRINGING IN MORE CURVES WHERE FUNCTION WOULDN’T BE IMPACTED,” SAYS CASEWORK INTERIOR DESIGN FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR CASEY KEASLER.
DESIGN CASEWORK INTERIOR DESIGN / PHOTOGRAPHY PETRA FORD / PROJECT HIGHTOWER SHOWROOM
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DESIGN + CABINETRY CANTILEVER INTERIORS / PHOTOGRAPHY MARTINA GEMMOLA / STYLING RUTH WELSBY
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terrazzo
Terrazzo has made a massive comeback in recent times and is popping up everywhere from bathroom floors to kitchen benchtops. Photographer Martina Gemmola and her husband Ari commissioned Cantilever Interiors to design their dream kitchen and chose terrazzo benchtops. “It’s my pride and joy,” says Martina. “Our heritage is a mix of Greek and Italian, so the terrazzo is a little nod to our ancestry. Terrazzo is considered the poor man’s marble in Europe—it is literally everywhere. I love the way it wears down and shows signs of the people living amongst it. Just be sure to make sure you triple seal that terrazzo.”
MAKING USE O F S M A L L S PAC E S Concealed behind a pocket door, this pantry is small but mighty. “We have a combination of benchtop, open adjustable shelves and heavy-duty drawers,” says Martina. “The drawers hold so much weight—65kgs each. Our appliances sit comfortably in there and they’re easily accessible. The mixer and food processor sit on the small benchtop in the pantry so they can be used in there, without needing to drag them out.”
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Your story is always in style, which is what makes open shelving the perfect look for the heart of your home. “What makes a house a home is the layering of personal items and collectibles that resonate with you and your family,” says Sydney-based Designory director Melissa Bonney. She recommends replacing overhead kitchen cabinets with open shelving and filling them with beautiful ceramics, freshening plants, and collectibles such as art, ornaments, vases or coral.
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Lo & Co ‘Kintore’ pull brass (25cm) $74 loandcointeriors.com.au
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HANDLES > Linear Standard ‘Echo’ handle $18 each linearstandard.com.au
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Lo & Co ‘Luna’ pull XL black $64 each loandcointeriors.com.au
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MadeMeasure wrapped leather slimline 01 (39.2cm) handle in white satin + classic grey leather $165 mademeasure.com
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Looking to give your kitchen island standout warmth, texture and interest like the above (pictured)? Timber battens are the answer. “The battens surrounding the island were custom made then individually secret-fixed,” says Melissa Bonney. “A labour of love, but worth the effort.” The battens also provide cohesiveness with other timber features and doors throughout the home.
INTERIOR DESIGN THE DESIGNORY PHOTOGRAPHY ANDY MACPHERSON
Featured here are custom-made open shelves from Loughlin Furniture using American oak.
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half & half
So, you’ve got your heart set on two different colours for your kitchen cabinetry but you simply can’t decide. Why not have the best of both worlds? The half-and-half trend is still going strong in kitchens today—it’s a great chance to display two contrasting or complementing colours together. In this instance black and white has been used by GIA Renovations to dramatic effect.
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INTERIOR DESIGN GIA RENOVATIONS / PHOTOGRAPHY EMILY BARTLETT
“The contrasting monochromatic palette enhances the visual appeal when entering the kitchen space,” says Kia Howat, interior designer at GIA Renovations. “It creates a pop of drama with the use of black joinery whilst the white overheads create the allure of more light and space.”
KITCHEN TRENDS Life Interiors ‘Lando’ fabric bar stool $499 lifeinteriors.com.au
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Editor’s Fave
Fenton&Fenton leather strapping bar stool $550 fentonandfenton.com.au
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Vorsen ‘Coco’ bar stool $399 vorsen.com.au
‘Avalon’ gloss small square white tile $100m2 tilecloud.com.au INTERIOR DESIGN LYDIA MASKIELL / PHOTOGRAPHY ANJIE BLAIR / BUILD FRAMED RENOVATIONS
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S E RV E RY BI-FOLD WINDOWS Originally this kitchen didn’t have much of a connection with the outdoor area—that is until interior designer Lydia Maskiell came along and renovated the entire space. “We wanted the spaces to feel more integrated with the alfresco without compromising the kitchen work space,” says Lydia. “Bifold windows were a great option for gaining that indoor/outdoor connection and for the clients to be able to entertain and engage with their guests while in the kitchen.”
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Xavier Furniture ‘Sydney’ bench stool P.O.A xavierfurniture.com.au
WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF GUIDED COOKING, THE NEW FISHER & PAYKEL TOUCHSCREEN OVEN HELPS COOKS TO INTUITIVELY PRODUCE PERFECT RESULTS IN THE KITCHEN. FORGET ABOUT USING NASTY OVEN CLEANERS, WITH PYROLYTIC SELF-CLEANING TECHNOLOGY THAT BREAKS DOWN FOOD RESIDUE AT A VERY HIGH TEMPERATURE, ALL YOU’LL NEED TO DO IS WIPE THE ASH AWAY WITH A DAMP CLOTH. FISHERPAYKEL.COM/AU
Fisher & Paykel Built-in Touch Screen Oven (76cm) $5,499
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curved islands
Style and functionality come full circle when you implement a curved island in the kitchen. Just ask Olivia Cirocco of Melbourne-based GIA Renovations, who designed this kitchen with a striking arced island.
Shop it Zip HydroTap ‘Celsius’ all-in-one boiling + chilled filtered water $5,795 zipwater.com
Olivia selected this cantilevered island to form a communal “breakfast bar” in the kitchen, separate from the working zone. “The idea was to gather around the end of the island, encouraging the social aspect,” she says.
INTERIOR DESIGN GIA RENOVATIONS / PHOTOGRAPHY EMILY BARTLETT
Meanwhile, the contrasting vertically laid mosaic ‘kit kat’ tile leg highlights the curved benchtop–a feature in itself when viewed from the adjacent living area.
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TEXTURES WITH ALL OF THOSE SMOOTH SURFACES IN THE KITCHEN IT’S VITAL TO SNEAK IN SOME TEXTURE. INTERIOR DESIGNER KATHRYN BAMFORD HAS CREATED A RIBBED EFFECT WITH THIS ISLAND—USING HALF ROUND TIMBER DOWEL AND PAINTING IN DULUX ‘GREY MASTER’. NAVY VELVET BAR STOOLS FROM COCOLEA AND BRASS ACCESSORIES ADD TO THE LUXURIOUS FEEL.
PHOTOGRAPHY MICHELLE YOUNG, LANTERN STUDIOS / INTERIOR + STYLING KATHRYN BAMFORD
“Using curved edges within a kitchen creates softness throughout a typically angled space,” she says. “They can create a more social gathering area, or help a kitchen transition to a living or dining area in an open-planned living space.”
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Complementing modern kitchens, V-groove cabinetry inserts just the right touch of interest without becoming outdated. Catherine Heraghty of Sydney-based The Stables says V-groove cabinetry “not only adds the perfect amount of subtle texture, but is also timeless and easy to live with”. Catherine selected V-groove cabinetry for one half of this kitchen and plain-panelled joinery for the other. “Sometimes V-groove can be too much when used in abundance,” she says. “Having plain panelling on the (opposite) doors and drawers helps offset the texture of the V-groove on the other side.”
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Morphy Richards ‘Evoke’ 4 slice toaster in Platinum $127 morphyrichards.com.au
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Alessi ‘Plisse’ electric water kettle in white $249 designstuff.com.au Nespresso ‘Lattissima One’ in black $399 nespresso.com.au
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CREATING AN OPEN AND VISUALLY LIGHT KITCHEN WAS THE OBJECTIVE FOR NEST SPACE INTERIOR DESIGN. THEY HAVE BROKEN UP THE USUAL HEAVINESS OF A KITCHEN WITH SUBTLE LINES AND CURVES– EMBEDED EVERYWHERE FROM THE TERRAZZO ISLAND TO THE STATEMENT BUBBLE-LIKE PENDANT. THE SLENDER HANGING SHELVING ON THE BACK WALL IS ALSO VISUALLY LIGHT–WITH VERY FEW LINES, IT ALLOWS THE SPACE TO BREATHE.
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Laal ‘Mega Arch’ short pendant light with small cones priced from $1,173 laal.com.au
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OYOY ‘Stringa’ mini hand towel in caramel/rose $29 designstuff.com.au Barkly Basics dish wash $10.99 barklybasics.com.au
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H A N DY G A D G E T The Magisso sponge holder ($49) keeps your kitchen sponge out of sight but always close with this stylish and functional kitchen sink accessory. It’s an innovation that solves the eternal problem of where to store your sponge hygienically. With its unique double magnet fitting, it is easy to install to your sink without any tools. All you have to do is place the magnets on both sides of the sink and place the holder on the desired spot. designstuff.com.au
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“FOR THE KITCHEN, WE LANDED ON A CIRCULAR ISLAND EARLY ON,” SAYS INTERIOR DESIGNER ANNIE RITZ OF LA-BASED AND AND AND STUDIO. “IT’S SOMETHING YOU SEE IN BRASSERIES IN PARIS AND HIP RESTAURANTS AND BARS, BUT IS RARELY DONE IN PRIVATE HOMES. WE LIKE TO TAKE THINGS OUT OF CONTEXT AND MAKE THEM RELEVANT. TO PULL IT OFF, WE DESIGNED SCALLOPED OAK PANELS TO GIVE IT TEXTURE AND SCALE.”
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Natural handcrafted finishes are key to achieving refined old-world charm in the kitchen. Here, Georgia Ezra of Melbourne-based Studio Ezra follows her Mediterranean passion to pale timbers, Moroccan zellige ceramic tiles and Caesarstone quartz surfaces. “I wanted to create a bespoke look inspired by Morocco and Spain, but functionality was at the forefront,” says Georgia.
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PHOTOGRAPHY AMELIA STANWIX / INTERIOR DESIGN GEORGIA EZRA, STUDIO EZRA / TILES TILES OF EZRA
The workbench surfaces deliver scratch-resistance and style with Caesarstone Topus Concrete in soft oatmeal with an organic patina. Just as subtle, grasscloth inlays soften the minimalist cabinets and the earthy wall tiles welcome with warmth and shine.
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Caesarstone ‘Topus Concrete’ from $900m2 (installed) caesarstone.com.au
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WORK from home For many, working from home is new territory. We’ve sought out words of wisdom from those who’ve been doing it for years.
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CREATE A DEDICATED WORK ZONE “Have a dedicated workspace away from distractions and include little moments that fill you up,” says interior designer and stylist Kate Moss. “Personal treasures, a burning candle and fresh flowers bring me joy, but make sure it doesn’t get too cluttered. A clear desk equals a clear mind.” Product developer Catherine Slatter agrees. “Put a plant or fresh cuttings or flowers on your desk–it makes you want to be there and enjoy the space and it keeps the area feeling fresh,” says Catherine, whose home office is pictured opposite. Architect Kitty Lee works from her spare bedroom. “This is where I have my desk and a very comfy chair set up next to the balcony, so there is plenty of fresh air and natural light,” says Kitty. “Everything I need to keep me focused on work is organised in this room to ensure I’m not spending time distracted in other rooms throughout the day.”
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Potterybarn ‘Nash’ leather swivel desk chair $1,499 potterybarn.com.au
AVOID DISTRACTIONS Start by eliminating the obvious distractions like TV and social media. Turn the telly off, and hide the phone away. “I find that if my phone is on my desk during working hours, I tend to hop on Instagram to trawl for inspiration, only to go down a rabbit hole and an hour later realise I completely wasted my time,” says editor of Adore Home Loni Parker. “I find keeping the phone in another room stops me from procrastinating.”
BROSA ‘Gabe’ office chair $349 brosa.com.au
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For owner of Interiors Addict Jen Bishop, it’s all about efficiency. “Because I’m currently juggling working from home with two small kids I find that efficiency is everything, whether that’s getting up a bit earlier for an hour of power before they wake, or banning checking emails and other notifications until the task in hand is complete,” says Jen. “I also like to give myself little incentives to get things finished, like the next coffee!”
‘Puzzle’ desk priced from $279 norsu.com.au
Having a regular work routine can also help keep productivity up. “Start work at set times and stop for lunch,” says product developer Catherine Slatter. “I prepare it the night before to save wasting time in the kitchen.”
Milan Direct ‘Gatsby’ velvet office chair $299 templeandwebster.com.au
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INTERIOR DESIGN KITTY LEE ARCHITECTURE / BUILD RENOTECH BUILDING PHOTOGRAPHY THE PALM CO.
MAKE A LIST “I write a new to-do list every evening for the following day and make sure I set the hardest tasks first,” says interior designer and stylist Kate Moss. “Wanting to tick something off my list is quite often my motivation to finish the task. Small wins… but the satisfaction is definitely underrated!” Kate notes it’s important to set a realistic list. “Don’t overestimate what you can get done in a day,” advises Kate. “Try to avoid pushing out your work hours and set a schedule with an achievable work load.” Architect Kitty Lee also recommends to-do lists. “I love lists and lists within lists. Being able to tick off smaller tasks keeps me motivated and helps me feel like I’m making progress on bigger tasks,” says Kitty.
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“I start my day with emails as I like to stay on top of things. Once I’ve responded to an email, I file it away so that I don’t have to come back to it later. This means that I have very few emails in my inbox, which definitely helps to clear my headspace.” – KITTY LEE, ARCHITECT
Long periods of sitting in front of the computer will make you feel lethargic and unproductive. Don’t feel guilty about taking little breaks, advises interior designer and stylist Kate Moss. “I schedule in lunch breaks and a walk for fresh air (insert essential podcast to keep me inspired) so I don’t feel guilty when I take them. Sometimes I even schedule in half an hour of house cleaning; whatever works for you,” says Kate. For editor of Adore Home, Loni Parker, doing five-minute chores every hour or so keeps the house looking tidy and is a good chance to get up and move, thus invigorating the brain. “I have also recently scheduled in a 20-minute YouTube workout at around 3pm,” says Loni. “This is the time of day I’m usually feeling tired, and I find the workout helps to give me new energy to power me through the rest of the afternoon.”
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HOME OFFICE PRODUCTS Loughlin Furniture ‘Stockton’ shelf from $760 loughlinfurniture.com.au
Blu Dot ‘Eeny Meeny Miny’ trays $199 bludot.com.au Normann Copenhagen curve hook in white $45 top3.com.au
Dowel Jones ‘Tombstone’ mousepad $48 doweljones.com
Native Uniion ‘Clic’ canvas iPhone case $54.95 nativeunion.com
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“Create a dedicated work space. Even if it’s a tiny corner, no matter how small, it’s so much easier to focus when you have a place to ‘go to work’ and then step away from at the end of the day.”
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Mustard ‘The Skinny’ locker in blush $349 and ‘The Shorty’ locker in white $199 mustardmade.com
George & Willy ‘Daily’ roller $155 georgeandwilly.com
Blu Dot ‘Stash’ desk in olive-on-ash $799 bludot.com.au
HK Living metal triangle lamp (medium) $299 houseoforange.com.au
IKEA ‘Nordmärke’ wireless charger $29.99 ikea.com.au
Designstuff round bin with stained oak lid in white $89 designstuff.com.au
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Cittá ‘Rakei’ bamboo basket $139 cittadesign.com
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String ‘Pocket’ shelf in white/ash $310 arrivalhall.com.au
Design By Them ‘Dial’ hanger with hook $38 designbythem.com
Blu Dot ‘Dang’ file pedestal in RiskAverse Grey $1,199 bludot.com.au
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“Plants are a must-have in the office. Greens not only release pressure from work and adjust the daily tempo, but also make the space vibrant and refreshing.”
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IKEA ‘Kvarnvik’ storage box with lid $19.99 ikea.com.au
Blu Dot ‘Hitch’ bookcase and desk $1,099 bludot.com.au
Mustard ‘The Lowdown’ locker in white $369 mustardmade.com
IKEA ‘Stockholm 2017’ cabinet $499 ikea.com.au
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From an Edwardian-era reno to breezy Cali-cool vibes, we showcase four homes in styles everyone can draw inspiration from.
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edwardian ELEGANCE First-time renovator Ivy Huang has turned a run-down Edwardian-era home into an urban haven for entertainers. INTERIOR DESIGN IVY HUANG / BUILDING DESIGN KARL DEGERING & ASSOCIATES PHOTOGRAPHY DYLAN JAMES / STYLING THE REAL ESTATE STYLIST WORDS NICHOLA DAVIES
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It’s fair to say that when Ivy Huang, a professional project manager in business, purchased what she thought would be her forever family home, it was in need of modernising. Before Ivy’s purchase, the Edwardian cottage was last sold half a century ago. Her vision was to design a home for her growing family and create an “urban oasis” that has the feeling of being on holidays. “I wanted there to be relaxed, private retreats for resting, with open shared spaces for living, and many indoor/outdoor moments,” says Ivy. Because she didn’t have a design background, Ivy invested a huge amount of time in researching every aspect of the house design, from heights and dimensions of every piece of joinery to what feelings different colours invoke. As well as studying the technicalities of the job ahead, Ivy spent a lot of time developing an understanding of the heritage of the home and why homes were built in this certain way back then. “I didn’t simply want to ‘pay homage’ to it, I wanted to bring those key architectural elements through the entire home for an absolutely effortless transition between new and old, inside and out,” says Ivy. The build ended up taking eight months from demolition to moving in after a year of design, planning and permits. Originally she planned to do it over a number of years, but was swept away in the project. The main inspiration of the renovation was the existing Edwardian cottage with its lofty proportions of 3.5-metre-high ceilings (a feature Ivy learned was typical in architecture of this period). In keeping with its heritage, Ivy reinstated leadlight windows with Edwardian motifs, restored two cast iron fireplaces to working order and lavishly complemented these with new marble hearths. All door heights were increased to 2.4 metres high, a move Ivy thinks has been a total game-changer in creating a sense of grandeur throughout. The height of grandeur in the home is arguably the six-metre-high cathedral ceiling in the open-plan living and dining area, which is one of the extensions added. To create the indoor/outdoor feel Ivy wanted, it opens onto the lush backyard. >
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“I chose to do a large uninterrupted Carrara marble island, appliances pantry, double integrated fridge and a marble-clad bar. It’s perfect for family living without compromising our love for socialising.”
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K I T C H E N / D I N I N G Tap from ABI Interiors; pendant light from Royal Design; bar stools from Interior Secrets; dining table from Curious Grace; chairs from Zanui.
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L I V I N G R O O M “Of the extensions added, the open-plan living and dining area was always going to be the architectural feature,” says Ivy. “Its six-metrehigh cathedral ceiling was inspired by the original house and opens out onto the lush backyard.”
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“This space features an ‘entertainer’s family kitchen’,” says Ivy. “I chose to do a large uninterrupted Carrara marble island, appliances pantry, double integrated fridge and a marbleclad bar. It’s perfect for family living without compromising our love for socialising.”
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While the home is objectively stunning, for a beginner renovator Ivy says there were some challenges. “To be honest, most of it was difficult!” she laughs. “The most challenging part of every business or project always comes down to people. I came across some dishonest people (one actual conman!), and I found some people to be condescending because of my age and gender, or lack of experience.” But, the process appealed to her entrepreneurial spirit and Ivy says she loved that the experience combined technical, financial and creative skill sets. So much so that she realised that she wanted it to be more than just a one-off thing, or even a side hustle. “I always grew up believing I was not a creative type,” Ivy says. “‘I have the creativity of a brick!’ I would tell people. Through this project I came to the realisation that I had a lot of self-limiting beliefs that I see a lot among women, including myself.” But that’s in the past for Ivy as after this project, she’s turning renovating into a full-time gig.
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E N S U I T E Vanity from Timberline; basin and tapware from ABI Interiors; tiles from National Tiles; pendant light from Beacon Lighting; brass door handles on wardrobe cupboards from Kethy.
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HOME TOUR M A I N B A T H R O O M Ivy says her favourite room is the main bathroom. “It features a stunning black cast iron clawfoot bath with views out of the French doors to a private jasmine-lined courtyard. The wall panelling and white sheers create a sense of decadence and romance,� says Ivy. Sheer curtains and rod from DIY Blinds; bathtub from Canterbury Sink and Tap; pendant light from Beacon Lighting; floor tiles from National Tiles.
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PENDANT LIGHT Beacon Lighting ‘Veil’ 4-light pendant $595 beaconlighting.com.au / BEADED NECKLACE Uniqwa wooden beaded necklace $49 uniqwafurniture.com.au ART The Print Emporium ‘Pink Cockatiel’ art print (A4 framed) $169 theprintemporium.com.au / BAR STOOL Hay ‘About A Stool’ in black $580 thewoodroom.com.au / CUSHION Weave ‘Austin’ cushion in light grey $49.95 lifeinteriors.com.au / CUSHION Weave ‘Como’ cushion in blush $89.95 norsu.com.au / STOOL Amalfi ‘Kaia’ side table/stool $329.95 amalfihomewares.com.au / VANITY + BASINS ADP ‘London’ vanity (1800mm double bowl) $3,039 and ‘Rise’ semi-inset basin $399 adpaustralia.com.au / RUG The Rug Collection ‘Kobe’ rug in silver (1.6 x 2.3m) $699 lifeinteriors.com.au / MIXER ABI ‘Milani’ extended basin mixer in brushed brass $239.90 abiinteriors.com.au / COFFEE TABLE GlobeWest ‘Elle’ luxe marble round coffee table $2,065 globewest.com.au / DINING CHAIR Life Interiors ‘Belmont’ fabric dining chair in grey weave $295 lifeinteriors.com.au adore home
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Toronto-based designers Autumn Hachey and Tiffany Piotrowski share the dreams, diligence and DIY behind their transformation of a Lake Huron accommodation. PHOTOGRAPHY LAUREN MILLER / WORDS BETH GRESHWALK
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K I T C H E N M A K E O V E R “We are so proud of the kitchen because we were able to completely transform this room without going crazy on the budget,” says Tiffany. “We took down some upper cabinets in favour of open shelving, rounded off the island with a DIY ribbed effect, and refaced our existing cabinets. It looks like a very high-end kitchen, but was done in a budget-conscious way.” Pendant lights from Triple Seven Home.
B A N Q U E T T E D I N I N G “We want guests to feel like they are stepping into the chicest little coffee shop in town,” says Tiffany. To acheive that look a custom tufted bench seat runs the length of the window and is paired with three small dining tables and candy-pink chairs from CB2–giving the space café vibes.
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Autumn Hachey was “obsessed” with Airbnbs, particularly after leaving her five-year marketing career to follow her love of interior design. So when homeowners contacted her in May 2019 to redecorate their future accommodation–a two-storey home on the coast of Lake Huron, Ontario–Autumn’s next big venture was born. “I suggested we not only take care of the design, but also the branding and marketing–a unique turn-key package,” says Autumn, who also owns Toronto-based furnishings retailer Make Moves Vintage. With the homeowners in agreement, Autumn soon decided to start her own company named Stay Here; dedicated to helping Airbnb owners market, brand and decorate their lodging. For the lodging’s interior makeover, Autumn chose to collaborate with local interior designer Tiffany Piotrowski of Tiffany Leigh Design. Long admired by Autumn, Tiffany had renovated her own Airbnb the previous year. The pair then met with Canadian consulting agency Studio Bicyclette to determine the branding of the accommodation. This spawned the home’s new moniker, ‘Summer House’, which would inspire the future interior.
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Nestled in the tiny beach town of Southampton, Summer House comprised three bedrooms, a main bathroom, a powder room and an open-plan kitchen/living/ dining area. “The home had a cute layout with builder-basic finishes,” recalls Tiffany. “Think wall-to-wall carpeting, stucco ceilings, greeny-grey paint and basic cabinetry.” Destined for a fresher look, the home would undergo the ultimate transformation into a beachy boutique accommodation with “spa” sophistication, thanks to Autumn and Tiffany. Haute highlights from this home-away-from-home would include a bistro café dining nook, a curved kitchen peninsula, and unique custom bedroom headboards, to name a few. The colour palette, meanwhile, would answer the call of the coastal with bright whites, sandy tones, pinky nudes and light aqua hues. “We played with texture and lines to add interest,” says Tiffany. “You’ll see curves everywhere in this house, from our rounded peninsula to the curved sectional sofa, to the light fixtures. Even the ribbed detail on our island and banquette is evocative of a half-moon.” >
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L I V I N G R O O M “The 1970s vintage sectional is hands down our favourite design feature in the living room,” says Autumn. “We had it reupholstered in an indoor/outdoor fabric to make it super durable.” Wall sconce light from Triple Seven Home; coffee table from CB2; rug and cushions from Lulu & Georgia; art prints from Society 6.
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“When we started to design the space we really wanted it to feel like a boutique hotel.” - AUTUMN HACHEY autumnhachey.com
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With a revamp of this extent, staying within budget was the biggest test, says Tiffany. “We got creative with DIYs, called in favours from industry friends and planned very strategically about how to spend the money to have the biggest impact.” But triumph they did–especially in the kitchen, which was made to appear high-end through simple yet imaginative design choices. These included replacing the upper cabinets with open shelving, refacing the lower cabinets and giving the rounded island a ribbed effect– “one of our favourite DIYs ever,” says Autumn. “We were able to achieve that look with halfround dowels, nails, glue and paint. It only cost our homeowners $400,” she adds. Another standout solution? The 1970s sectional sofa in the living area–a fabulous find from Autumn’s own store, Make Moves Vintage. “I was saving this piece for the perfect project,” Autumn says. “We had it reupholstered in an indoor/outdoor fabric to make it super durable.” Completed in February 2020, Summer House is officially open as an Airbnb where relaxation reigns through clever, captivating design choices. “We want guests to feel relaxed yet energised, inspired creatively, and a little bit playful,” says Tiffany. “It’s a vacation home, and the goal is for people to come here and let their troubles slip away for a few days while enjoying all of the little design details.”
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B E D R O O M Autumn says the custom-made blue headboard is her favourite feature in the main-floor bedroom. “It’s actually 12-feet long (3.6m)! We had to bring it in through a window,” says Autumn. Side tables from IKEA; rug from Lulu & Georgia; wall sconce lights from Lights.com; wall hanging by Candice Luter.
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STAY HERE
You can book a stay at this vacation rental near the shores of Southampton, Canada @visitsummerhouse
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california COOL INTERIOR DECORATION & STYLING JESSI EVE WORDS CASEY HUTTON / PHOTOGRAPHY PETRA FORD
An airy oasis in the City of Angels provided the perfect blank canvas for interior stylist Jessi Eve to work her magic.
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A I R Y L I V I N G R O O M Jessi cites the living room as being her favourite space. “The combination of those pitched ceilings, French doors and oak floors is just so breathtakingly beautiful, says Jessi. “I love the styling of this space too. That coffee table, linen sofa and rug against a backdrop of floor-to-ceiling pretties is hard to beat!”
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In this impressive Los Angeles home, expansive light-filled rooms are anchored by carefully curated decor, texture and colour. “It was important to ensure the spaces felt cosy and homely whilst still maintaining the sense of abundant open space,” says stylist Jessi Eve. When she was asked to style the home for a busy young family, Jessi jumped at the chance. It already had great bones, she points out: “Oak timber floors, white walls, pitched ceilings with exposed beams, French doors – everything I could ever ask to work with really!” Jessi is based in Australia, but her eStyling service enables her to work with clients all over the world. “I had helped this client with some decorative elements for their previous home, so when they moved, they hired me again to do the lot,” she explains. She did much of the work from Australia, then flew to the States to finish the project. “I spent three weeks in LA sourcing final touches and installing all the furniture, art and decor – as well as exploring all the tourist spots, of course!”
Jessi was given the freedom to work from scratch, sourcing everything from the furniture right down to the cutlery. “Every tiny detail was considered as a part of the greater whole.” The home’s distinctive dining table came with the property. “Given how beautiful it is and the amazing condition it was in, we decided to make good use of it! I also love that there is a central piece of furniture that has been passed on from the previous owners and adapted to serve the new inhabitants of the home.” The interior blends sunny Californian vibes with Jessi’s own laidback luxe Aussie style. In keeping with the breezy Cali Cool aesthetic, Jessi opted for “lots of white and light natural elements with pops of muted candy colours such as pink, orange, yellow, teal and blue, offset with luxe brass accents”. She cultivated a bohemian feel by layering textures: “vintage rugs, cushions and throws, rattan furniture, floor cushions, soft linens and live greenery”. The home’s living room is a showstopper packed with elegant details. Its soaring ceiling is deftly adore home
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balanced with horizontal elements: a low-slung linen couch, circular Mother of Pearl inlay coffee table, and full-length shelving displaying an artful mix of objects and greenery. “I didn’t want to disturb the feeling of airy openness that the high ceilings created by using dark or heavy furniture and decor,” Jessi explains. “I chose wall art that wasn’t going to interrupt the eye on its way up to those stunning ceilings but instead gently guide the eye towards the architectural features of the home. The same theory applied with the entire wall of open shelving. I kept the palette light and simple and positioned the visually heavier objects and vignettes in a way that draws the eye up.” Although she focused on creating flow and cohesion through her styling choices, Jessi was also careful to avoid predictability or overkill. “Balance is important in ensuring a space doesn’t become too OTT or themed. For example, I’ve used brass accents as an important style element of this interior but to the eye it’s merely a subtle detail that appears sporadically throughout the home.” While designing an interior from the other side of the globe wasn’t without its challenges, Jessi says the fact that her clients trusted her completely was vital to her success. “They really just let me do my thing and I feel the results are reflective of that.”
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“To me, California Cool refers to an eclectic mix of casual coastal and boho vibes in a light and sunny palette.�
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Focus on the feeling.
Cali-cool is all about a light, sunny and breezy vibe. It’s about achieving that holiday feeling all year ‘round in your own home.
Keep the palette fresh.
Use lots of white and light timber tones as your base. Add pops of muted or pastel hues in the styling for a bit of playful, sunshiney fun.
Add greenery.
Indoor greenery will lift a space instantly. Use plants such as palms and cacti that are in keeping with the types of plants found from the Californian coastline right across to the desert.
Go natural.
Introduce natural materials and textures such as timber and rattan furniture, sisal rugs and linen furnishings. These materials will ground an otherwise white and bright interior and also add to the relaxed feel that Cali-cool is all about.
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PHOTOGRAPHY NIC STEPHENS
Create a romantic bedroom with this four-poster bed
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STEAL Boho meets cool Cali vibes in this product edit inspired by this LA home.
BED Uniqwa ‘Strand’ four poster bed (queen size) $3,199 uniqwafurniture.com.au / CUSHION Sea Tribe ‘Mali Folk’ cushion cover $84.95 seatribe.com.au / PENDANT LIGHT Beacon Lighting ‘Koralky’ 8-light pendant in white wash $895 beaconlighting.com.au / VASE HK Living matte white vase (medium) $99 rjliving.com.au / WALL HANGING Uniqwa ‘Luliti’ wall hanging $219 uniqwafurniture.com.au / RUG Home Republic ‘Cardrona’ small rug $129.99 adairs.com.au / LAMP Amalfi ‘River’ table lamp $109.99 whitehavana.com.au / QUILT COVER SET I Love Linen 100% pure French linen quilt cover in natural thick stripes (queen size) $330 ilovelinen.com.au / POT IKEA ‘Gradvis’ plant pot in grey $8.99 ikea.com.au / CHAIR West Elm wire frame slipper chair $359 westelm.com.au / ART Blacklist ‘Forever Lillies’ art print in Tasmanian Oak frame (51 x 70cm) $390 blackliststore.com.au / SIDE TABLE IKEA ‘Listerby’ side table in white stained oak $99 ikea.com.au adore home
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COTTAGE PHOTOGRAPHY THE PALM CO / WORDS BETH GRESHWALK / INTERIOR DESIGN SIMONE MATHEWS
Simone Mathews shares how reusing and repurposing transformed her ramshackle cottage into a character-filled family home.
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Mathews’ home and eventual rental lodging. With their move-out date just weeks away, Simone and Ben had to act fast and on a tight budget, given their uncertainty of the property’s long-term future. So, Ben and his team commenced the remodel on Melbourne Cup Day.
R E P U R P O S E D K I T C H E N “With our timing being so close to Christmas, we didn’t have the time to wait for a cabinet maker to build a kitchen and laundry,” Simone recalls. “We had to improvise and create our own kitchen. A local café in Berry was closing down and I had always loved their fit-out. I took the gamble and purchased this for around $3,000. Ben was able to repurpose it and it was literally built and painted in two days!” Kitchen Island by T&C Furniture; stools from Inartisan; pendant light and kitchenware from HK Living.
Sometimes fate has a way of bringing us to the right place at the right time. Just ask Simone Mathews, interior designer, holiday property owner and online educator from SOUL Home and co-director of husband Ben’s Sydney-based building company, BAM Construction. In 2018, Simone, Ben and their four young boys were renting a property in the coastal town of Gerringong, a popular tourist destination. Suddenly, the owner notified them of their intention to sell the property. “It was November and long-term rentals are pretty much non-existent at that time of year,” Simone recalls. However, the family happened to own a dilapidated 1800s bungalow—complete with barn doors, shiplap walls, exposed timber frames, and dramatic ceilings. Housing two bedrooms, a small kitchenette, bathroom, and shed/ storage space, it sat next door to the family’s popular farmhouse accommodation, the Soul of Gerringong. Despite the home’s tired state, “there was so much character in the original materials and just something about how the space made us feel,” Simone remembers. The timing couldn’t have been better to renovate it as the
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“It was really fun—like our own mini The Block,” says Simone. “We were working against the clock. There was pressure, but we used it as a challenge.” Renovating the cottage with time and budget constraints meant simple floor changes, reusing and repurposing as much as possible, she says. A top layer and polish would renew the original concrete floors and, although time and expense would disallow the shiplap walls to be salvaged, the decrepit barn doors could be rebuilt, using existing wall timber. Another recycled solution, the new kitchen would comprise of the timber shelving, benches and door fronts from a local café closure—sold to Simone for around $3,000. Simone also reworked the floorplan to accommodate families. “Everything was created around what was the shed/storage area and is now the living area,” says Simone. “This space would be the heart of the home and work hard, as it includes the living/dining area, kitchen pantry, laundry and powder room.” By dividing the home into two wings separated by a hallway, Simone implemented the all-encompassing living area on one end, and an intimate sleeping area on the other. This would include a master bedroom with ensuite >
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To style the interior, Simone used her ‘70/20/10 rule’: “You have 70 percent of one style, 20 percent of another, and a final 10 per cent that brings it all together,” she says. “So, for the cottage, it was 70 percent rustic, 20 percent coastal and 10 percent classic … respecting the past and creating a new personality for today.” Timeless natural timbers evoke a pastoral presence with everlasting durability, as seaside elegance flourishes through the comfy wicker furnishings and white walls of the nature-inspired colour palette, which also features greenery throughout. And because fun never goes out of style, each bedroom boasts colour bursts through linens or artwork. Now back in Sydney and sharing the Soul Cottage with holidaymakers, Simone admits that although the scheduled completion didn’t work out perfectly— “we moved in with no main bathroom (until the following year)”—it was still perfect for her family. “A home should make you feel good. And that is what this renovation allowed for our family,” says Simone.
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D I N I N G The statement concrete flooring was original to the home, and just required a top layer and polish. “It was an affordable choice of flooring,” says Simone. Dining chairs from T&C Furniture; dining table from Inartisan; artwork from Blacklist; cushions from HK Living. 78
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B A T H R O O M Mirror from T&C Furniture; towels and toothbrush holder from Saarde Home; planter from Byron Bay Hanging Chairs; jute basket from The Dharma Door.
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B E D R O O M Bedding from Cultiver; cushion from HK Living; art from Blacklist; bedside tables from T&C Furniture.
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Work with what you have.
Play around with the floorplan, but use what you have to work for you.
Reuse and repurpose materials.
You just can’t get that character and personality from the off-the-shelf products.
Go neutral.
Keep to a white palette and use natural, textured materials to bring it together.
Have some fun.
Homes are places to create memories and feel good. Don’t follow any rules or trends—do what works for you.
Use my 70/20/10 rule.
It makes working out your style so easy. Once you have it, keep referring back before you make any decisions or purchases.
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“We love Sea Tribe’s boho-style cushions and they’re affordably priced too!”
ART The Print Emporium ‘Summer Palms’ canvas art with light timber look frame (40 x 40cm) $219 theprintemporium.com.au / PENDANT LIGHT HK Living wicker hanging pendant (large) $699 rjliving.com.au / DUVET COVER SET Cultiver linen duvet cover set in blush (queen size) $365 cultiver.com.au / HOOK Brass palm tree hook (large) $48.95 pineappletraders.com.au / ART Blacklist ‘Let Love Be’ art print framed (51 x 70cm) $390 blackliststore.com.au / RACK The Society Inc ‘Chandler’ rack $73.50 shop.thesocietyinc.com.au BASKET The Dharma Door short round jute basket $109 thedharmadoor.com.au / CUSHION Sea Tribe ‘Coast’ lumbar cushion cover $54.95 seatribe.com.au / PLANT STAND Rattan tall plant stand $260 fentonandfenton.com.au / PLATE HK Living ‘Jungle Porcelain Palms’ serving plate $24.50 houseoforange.com.au / DOOR KNOCKER The Society Inc. ‘Hello Sailor’ knocker $65 shop.thesocietyinc.com.au / CHAIR HK Living rattan dining chair $369 lifeinteriors.com.au adore home
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THUMB The must-have indoor and outdoor planting essentials, along with an Australian coastal-inspired garden tour.
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In Bed 100% linen apron in blue and white stripe $38 inbedstore.com
The new ‘Humphrey’ range of pots from The Balcony Garden has been designed for interiors. This new collection of lightweight pots features
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four colours and contemporary styles that will complement all living spaces. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, the range is drain-hole free, ensuring no messy water spills on your treasured furniture and floors.
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Evergreen Collective ‘Flora’ watering can in teal green $29.95 evergreencollective.com.au
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Kun Design ‘Branch’ aluminium screen $650 and Kun Design ‘Lotus’ aluminium planter wire frame $295 domo.com.au
BRINGING THE OUTDOORS IN Normally designing products for the outdoors, Kun Design’s new collections ‘Lotus’, ‘Branch’ and ‘Balance’ are suited to both interior and exterior settings. Bring a sense of the outdoors in with portable flowerpots, planters and screens. Available from DOMO. domo.com.au
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Small Garden Style is a stylishly photographed guide to creating lush, layered, dramatic little gardens no matter the size of your available space–an urban patio, a tiny backyard, or even just a pot by your door. penguin.com.au adore home
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PHOTOGRAPHY ANNETTE O’BRIEN / WORDS NICHOLA DAVIES
After being a rental for 30 years, this family created their home’s now lush garden from the ground up.
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When this home in Jan Juc in Victoria’s coastal suburb of Torquay went up for sale four years ago, artist Prudence Caroline and husband Damian Oliveri jumped at the chance to buy it. All of the drawcards of the home aside, the couple had a special connection to the home as it was built by Pru’s parents back in the ’80s, and it hadn’t been touched since the family lived there. The garden is a very special feature of the home as floor-to-ceiling glass facilitates an impressive indoor/outdoor experience from the dining room to the lounge. When Pru and Damian bought the home, the garden was scarce and original features like the timber pergola were rotten and unsalvageable. There was a grape vine, and “one olive tree in the back corner of the house that we pulled up and replanted two months later,” says Pru. “Now it’s flourishing!” Olive tree aside, every plant you see in the garden is new. “We had to level off the ground so nothing stayed,” says Pru. “The block was on such a slope we barely had any useable land. We purchased a lot of established trees and hedging lilly-pillies for privacy.” The couple started the landscaping with mapping
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out where the larger trees would go, and then moved onto smaller plants. “We aimed to plant in clusters and use plants of similar tones like white flowers paired with silver and green foliage,” says Pru. The garden features an impressive array of out-ofthe-box plant choices that are balanced beautifully: wisteria in the courtyard, Korean box, westringia, blue chalk stick, dichondra ground cover, poa grass, white hydrangea, assorted succulents, and silver birch, Chinese elm and olive trees. Pru says they were aiming for a coastal but polished look with the garden design. “I chose plants that I love, in my colour scheme, and that survive the harsh costal environment in Jan Juc.” Elements of the design also echo the plant choices. Pru explains, “We wanted the lines of the garden to be organic–we like buxus balls, so the circular lawns echo these.” With all of these exotic plants, it’s a surprise what Pru says her favourite thing about the garden is. “The herb garden–picking herbs with the kids before dinner is my favourite thing.” Perhaps Pru and Damian’s children will buy the home in 30 years’ time.
D R E A M Y F R O N T E N T R A N C E A potted aloe vera and a juniper cloud tree make a statement at the entrance. Concrete steppers lead up to the front door with a variety of plants including westringia, dichondra, silver cushion bush, silver dollar plant, and crassula ovato coral.
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KEY PLANTS LILLY-PILLY CHINESE ELM SILVER BIRCH OLIVE TREE HYDRANGEA KOREAN BOX WESTRINGIA BLUE CHALK STICK DICHONDRA POA GRASS
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Small, dense shrub great for clipping into balls.
Easy-care spreading succulent with fleshy, chalky blue finger-shaped leaves.
Fast growing vine with sweetly scented draping blooms. Ideal for covering pergolas and arbours.
Hardy native shrub with white or soft lilac flowers. Perfect for hedging or pruning into balls.
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DICHONDRA Lush native groundcover perfect for creating a natural carpet in shaded areas of the garden.
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