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CREDITS Publisher Adore Home Magazine Editor-in-chief, designer and product editor Loni Parker loni@adoremagazine.com Sub-editor Casey Hutton caseyhutton.com Writers Casey Hutton caseyhutton.com Nichola Davies nicholadavies.com Product/content sourcing assistant Kate Moss kate@adoremagazine.com

Photographers Amani Lindsell amanilindsell.com.au Capture Creative capturecreative.com.au Coast Park Creative coastparkcreative.com Creative Events Photography creativeeventsphotography.com.au David Chatfield davidchatfield.studio Hannah Blackmore hannahblackmorephotography.com

Matt Rodgers, Real Nice realnice.co Simon Whitbread simonwhitbread.com.au Tanya Zouev tanyazouev.com The Palm Co thepalmco.com.au The Unfold theunfold.net Urban Angles urbanangles.com

Stylists Bernadette Cross @thesaltyhome Katrina Lumsden studiohaven.com.au Lisa Hilton lisa_hilton@hotmail.com Lowi Interiors lowi.com.au

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EDITOR’S LETTER

WHAT’S NEW

BATHROOM NEWS

PRODUCT TRENDS

64 OUTDOOR NEWS

ARTIST PROFILE

66 POOLS GUIDE

In her latest collection, Laura Staniford of Booie + Ben celebrates the peace and rejuvenation that one feels when immersed in nature.

STORE PROFILE

Take a stroll down Montville’s charming Main Street and you’ll find Bailey Loves – a design lover’s paradise.

23 HOME TOURS

We visit three houses that embrace their leafy tropical surrounds to create a holiday atmosphere at home.

Our guide to everything from planning considerations to pool fencing and water types.

OUTDOOR TOURS

As the days get longer and the nights get warmer, take inspiration from these stellar outdoor spaces for relaxing and entertaining.

Views expressed by the author are not necessarily that of the publisher. Whilst all care is taken in the preparation of this publication, the publisher accepts no responsibility for any errors and/or omissions. © Copyright Adore Home Magazine 2022. Copyright of articles and photographs in Adore Home Magazine remain with the individual contributors and may not be reproduced without permission.

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EDITOR’S LETTER I bought a house! And here’s the kicker: it’s one street back from our current home. As I write this, I’m in the depths of planning a full-blown renovation of the new house. It’s a cute 1960s place, filled predominantly with asbestos sheeting – fun times! But I’m up for the challenge, and I’m using the settlement period to organise quotes and line up trades (including professional asbestos removal of course) so we can go full throttle once we get the keys! I have planned the look of the exterior, rearranged the floor plan (including a small extension to the front of house) and picked a colour scheme. I’ll be playing to the home’s strengths and working with its mid-century architecture, rather than fighting it and making it something it’s not. We’ll be taking inspiration from – you guessed it – Palm Springs, the holy land for mid-century design (although we won’t go too literal because I don’t want it feeling like a 1960s museum).

Location The Calile Hotel

Anyone who knows me knows of my love for Palm Springs. I’ve been fortunate enough to visit three times, so it’s with great excitement that I bring a little slice of the desert oasis to Australia. Be sure to follow our reno journey on the @adoremagazine Instagram account, and you can catch extra content on the home’s very own handle, @higletthouse.

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The latest in homewares, interior trends and bathroom products.

A F R E S H S TA R T FOR SPRING L&M Home’s Spring/Summer 23 collection inspires a fresh start, an appetite for colour, and a time to celebrate life’s simple pleasures. Be transported to sun-drenched days, lifted moods, family gatherings, and a carefree sensibility. lmhome.com.au

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ARTIST KIMMY H O GA N’S N E W ‘RO SA’ COLLECTION EVOKES T H E WA R M R I C H PA L E T T E A N D P L AY F U L MAGIC OF A TRIP ABROAD. THE LIMITEDEDITION PRINTS ARE F L O O D E D W I T H C L AY A N D T E R R AC T O TA TONES, WITH HINTS OF FADED ROSE PINK AND B O LT S O F C H O C O L A T E .

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MEANDER COLLECTION Paola and Joy are embracing earthy soft curves in their new ‘Meander’ collection of ceramic homewares. It includes candle holders, a jug, a lamp, pots and vases. The understated wares are styled in timeless ivory shades with a matte speckled texture. Display them as standalone pieces or mix and match with other items in the collection for a look that’s sophisticated and calming. paolaandjoy.com.au

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BATHROOM NEWS

CUSTOMISED TA P WA R E ABI Interiors’ new ‘Pixi’ tile-insert assembly taps allow you to insert a tile into the handle, creating a beautiful custom look for your bathroom. Modern in both aesthetics and functionality, these taps can be fitted with a precise section of your bathroom tile to create a cohesive look. abiinteriors.com.au

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A D P AU S T R A L I A’S ‘G L AC I E R’ RANGE HAS EXPANDED TO INCLUDE A NEW SHELF VA N I T Y D E S I G N – I D E A L FOR STORING TOWELS. ADPAUSTRALIA.COM.AU

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GET IN THE GROOVE If you’re looking to add some fluted textures into your bathroom design, check out the ‘Groove’ freestanding bath (pictured opposite). Made from acrylic material and featuring striking vertical lines, this standout tub is available in different sizes and styles, including a back-to-wall option. Priced from $2,195.

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COLOUR PALETTE

PRODUCT TRENDS

Pom poms

Soften a space with playful decor featuring pom poms, ball feet and bubbly spheres.

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“The ball-shaped legs on this coffee table give it an organic, sculptural feel.” FOOTED PLATE Urban Road ‘Olle Ecru’ tabletop plate $183.36 urbanroad.com.au / RUG Pampa ‘Esther’ rug in sand and mustard from $1,780 pampa.com.au / CUSHION Pampa ‘Monte’ pom pom cushion in Desert Rose $190 pampa.com.au / FLOOR LAMP Snelling ‘Trio’ floor lamp $1,680 snellingstudio.com / TABLE LAMP Coco Republic ‘Milli’ resin table lamp $725 cocorepublic.com.au / ARMCHAIR Tim Neve ‘Arch’ armchair $1,600 store.timneve.com / POT OYOY ‘Inka Kana’ pot in camel (large) $170 simpleform.com.au / CANDLE Black Blaze ‘Polka Curl Curl’ candle in nude $65 blackblaze.com.au / COFFEE TABLE GlobeWest ‘Bruno’ ball coffee table $1,905 globewest.com.au / SIDE TABLE Sarah Ellison ‘Pierré’ side table $975 sarahellison.com.au / VASE Urban Road ‘Luella’ pink glass vessel $34 urbanroad.com.au 14

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Pack your bags, let’s jet-set back in time with these retro finds.

LAMP Retro Print Revival ‘Athena’ lamp $620 retroprintrevival.com / PRINT ‘Beachwood’ limited edition print by Kate Jansen from $595 greenhouseinteriors.com.au BEACH TOWEL Business & Pleasure Co. The Beach Towel in Lauren’s pink stripe $89.99 businessandpleasureco.com.au / FLOATIE Liewood ‘Donna’ inflatable toy $62 smallable.com / UMBRELLA Business & Pleasure Co. The Premium Beach Umbrella in 70’s Cinque $299.99 businessandpleasureco.com.au / BAR STOOL ‘Ce’cile’ stool $990 mercimaison.com / ARMCHAIR MCM House ‘Artie’ armchair in Bomb Alaska fabric $1,890 mcmhouse.com / VASE Jones & Co ‘Speck’ vase in fern $70 jonesandco.com.au / FRUIT BOWL Jones & Co ‘Bellini’ tray $110 jonesandco.com.au adore home

ARTIST PROFILE

BOOIE + BEN

In her latest collection, Laura Staniford of Booie + Ben celebrates the peace and rejuvenation that one feels when immersed in nature. WORDS NICHOLA DAVIES

Throughout her studies in interior architecture and her career experience in architecture and large-scale design concepts, Laura Staniford worked extensively with graphic drawing. “It was here that I developed a love for graphic art and design,” says Laura. It wasn’t until she had her two children that she knew she needed to explore her creativity and give herself an opportunity to develop her own artwork series. “I launched my first 18

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intricacy and colour in nature that ultimately drives me to create.”

collection in 2019 and I have never looked back!” says Laura. “I feel like I have found my passion with Booie + Ben and am so grateful that I can pursue this as my career.” As a graphic artist, Laura uses her laptop to create her pieces from start to finish. She loves the freedom this affords her to work from anywhere – whether it’s beachside or at a cafe. Laura says her artistic style is driven by beautiful colour palettes, taking inspiration from the natural environment. “I love going on nature walks and find so much inspiration there,” says Laura. “I always take my camera with me to snap all the beautiful flora that captivates me. There is so much beauty,

Laura says that for her latest collection, ‘Flora Series’, she wanted to showcase her love of green-blue tones and intended the collection to feel soft and calming. “I love the colour palette in this series – it really blends beautifully into Australian homes,” she says. Laura creates her trademark sense of softness and serenity using colour, but also through her patterning and use of smooth, organic shapes and textures. Her next collection, which we can expect later this year, will reflect some of her favourite flora from along our beautiful Australian coastlines.

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STORE PROFILE

Bailey

“Although we incorporate some trends that suit our aesthetic and values, we make sure that our pieces are timeless,” Jessie points out. “We also delight in gorgeous, mostly locally made, selfcare and sensory products.”

LOVES

Take a stroll down Montville’s charming Main Street and you’ll find Bailey Loves – a design lover’s paradise. PHOTOGRAPHY COAST PARK CREATIVE WORDS NICHOLA DAVIES

At the start of 2020, Jessie Bailey noticed an empty store that had a stunning view over the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Looking beyond the “nasty old carpet tiles and yellowing walls”, Jessie envisaged a perfect space to show how

interior design can affect the way we feel. “The amazing view is the perfect example of prospect and refuge, where we can stand from a safe place and look out to a view that is abundant and green without threat,” says Jessie. “We feel better when we are looking at a view like this – it can reduce our heart rate and blood pressure. Incorporating elements of this theory into everyday interior design is so important to me; that’s why I wanted to showcase it in this setting.” Bailey Loves is an interiors store characterised by an appreciation of the beauty of nature. “We use a natural and earthy colour palette, with natural materials including timber, rattan and linens. We value the handmade,” says Jessie.

Jessie became a qualified designer about a decade ago, but says she found her passion when she studied biophilic design, which focuses on connecting people with nature. An interior design service was a natural addition to the store. “Owning a retail shop opens up a huge range of furniture and homewares for my clients that they wouldn’t usually be able to access easily,” Jessie explains. “Ultimately though, our mission is to make people feel better in their homes in the most beautiful way, so I want to be able to help in any way I can.”

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PHOTOGRAPHY TANYA ZOUEV / STYLING BERNADETTE CROSS

We visit three houses that embrace their leafy tropical surrounds to create a holiday atmosphere at home.

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SANCTUARY The soulful home of Bernadette Cross and her family is a trove of travel stories that rejoices in its beachside environment. PHOTOGRAPHY TANYA ZOUEV / WORDS CASEY HUTTON STYLING BERNADETTE CROSS

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L I V I N G R O O M “I do love colour – in my home there are a lot of pinks, clays and blush. I think that’s because the ochre in blush is an extension of the timber elements,” says Bernadette. Pendant lights (in left corner) from Tigmi Trading; sofa from Early Settler; white armchairs from MCM House; rectangle coffee table from Watertiger; round coffee table from West Elm; marble side table custom designed by Something More Design; pouffes from Jagger and Wolf, El Ramla Hamra, MARR-KETT and House of Lita.

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at a glance

SEASIDE LIVING This family home located in Redhead (a small beach town just south of Newcastle) has been gradually renovated over the past 20 years to reflect the homeowners’ laid-back global style.

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Bernadette Cross and her husband Connor have spent two decades in their house at Redhead, a small beach town between Newcastle and Lake Macquarie. In that time, they’ve extended and transformed the home to accommodate three children – Scout (19), Jack (14) and Skip (6) – and their beach lifestyle. “Our free time is spent by the sea and in the sea,” Bernadette says simply. This synergy with the seaside is at the heart of their home’s airy, romantic aesthetic – reminiscent of dreamy holidays and barefoot wanderings. “It has a white, light and bright palette like a blanching heat on a summer’s day, with echoes of blush and natural timbers so that the bush and nature never seem far away,” says Bernadette. “Sand is always edging its way in, and my garden is a natural coat hanger for wetsuits and beach towels.” The home is bordered by greyed timber decking and lush tropical gardens. A Shaker-style front door opens to reveal a lovingly curated entryway plastered in Mineral Fox ‘Ibiza’ plaster, with Moroccan clay tiles underfoot. “Our entryway is

small, so I wanted it to pack a punch,” explains Bernadette. In the living space beyond, an all-white backdrop is warmed by natural tones and textures in pendants, rugs, ceramics and textiles. Greenery on all sides of the Mediterranean-style kitchen eliminates the need for window coverings, and a servery opens onto the deck for late barbeque dinners in summer, when the family lingers on the beach until after dark. A generous 10-seater teak table and a collection of white sofas set the tone for casual socialising and relaxation. For Bernadette, creating a welcoming and soothing atmosphere for her children is important, “so that they want to open up and talk here, invite their friends over, and feel their home is their sanctuary”.

K I T C H E N The kitchen renovation was the starting point for the home’s overall aesthetic change. “It started with ripping out the galley kitchen and bringing it out into the space with an island bench, and painting the floors white,” explains Bernadette. Bar stools from Few and Far Home; pendant lights from Temple & Webster; splashback tiles from Tiles of Ezra.

R E A D I N G N O O K Book rack custom made by Bernadette’s husband Connor; cushions from Moorish Co.; wall light from MayClay Ceramics.

A guest bedroom downstairs has recently been restyled as a retreat for Scout, with her own access via the back deck. The other bedrooms are upstairs, including a parents’ retreat with a shared study, a reading room, and a secluded veranda with views > adore home

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< out across rugged Redhead Beach. The home’s styling artfully combines multiple influences. “You can travel the globe in one of my rooms,” quips Bernadette. “There’ll be an antique altar from China, doors from India, an Indonesian daybed, Aussie Queenslander VJ panelling, Ibizan plaster, British brass light switches, a rug from Morocco, linen from Italy, a pendant from Mykonos, a wall hanging from Bangladesh, and a ceramic dish from a small studio in Newcastle.” Bernadette describes the home as “a living memory of our travels”. It also changes with the elements: furniture is moved to catch the sunlight, outdoor dining shifts around the verandas to shelter from wind or sit closer to blossoming plants, hammocks find shady spots, rugs are added and subtracted depending on the weather. “I live seasonally,” she explains. The mindfulness with which Bernadette

approaches her home is echoed in her work as a clinical psychologist. She likens the therapy process with patients to “a storytelling that brings clarity”. Similarly, she muses, designing a home weaves together experiences and messages in a creative way. “I think that interior design is another form of playing with mood and emotions and storytelling.” The family’s cherished beach house continues to evolve – a communal canvas that both reflects and shapes the lives of its inhabitants. “I am very mindful that this is our home and it’s important that we all get a chance to create a history of this home,” says Bernadette. “I also like to think that if our house and all that’s in it tells a story, then it is a living thing like us.”

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D I N I N G Pendant light from Ahoy Trader; chairs from Provincial Living; cane Malawi chairs from Malawi Cane Australia; terracotta pots from Tigmi Trading; mirror from Alabaster Trader. 30

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E X O T I C T O U C H Doors custom made by Bernadette’s husband Connor using carvings sourced from Alabaster Trader; art by Bonnie Gray; cushions from MARR-KETT and Moorish Co.; charpai from Bisque Traders; rug from Haveli & Co.

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E N T R Y Tiles from Tiles of Ezra; pendant light from Bisque Traders; art by Brittany Ferns; Mineral Fox ‘Ibiza’ plaster; Bauwerk Colour ‘Bronte’ limewash; hooks from Pop and Scott; hanging bag and basket from The Dharma Door; towel from Villa Lane.

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“ I H O N E S T LY T H I N K T H A T P A I N T I N G MY FLOORS WHITE WAS THE BEST THING I EVER DID. HOT TIP: USE F E A S T A N D WATS O N F LO O R PA I N T – IT ’S DURABLE, NON-SLIP AND EASY TO CLEAN. A BIT OF JIF EVERY NOW AND THEN MAKES THEM LOOK LIKE T H E Y ’ V E B E E N F R E S H LY P A I N T E D . ” - BERNADETTE CROSS adore home

SECOND LIVING ROOM Sofa from MCM House; ceiling fan from Beacon; wall sconce from Lighting Collective; rug from El Ramla Hamra; coffee tables from CLO Studios; pouffe from Barefoot Gypsy; cushions from Moorish Co.

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SCOUT’S BEDROOM Art by Tegan Franks; hanging chair from Byron Bay Hanging Chairs; sheer curtains by Melanie B Interiors; bench seat from Watertiger; pendant light from Eadie Lifestyle; log stool from Villa Lane.

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P A R E N T ’ S R E T R E A T Linen from Bed Threads; bedcover from Cultiver; Euros from Hale Mercantile Co.; pendant lights custom made from Creative Cables linen cable and Olli Ella baskets; bench seat from Watertiger; Moroccan wedding blanket on floor from Barefoot Gypsy.

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Bernadette loves

“I am an advocate for white sofas, as long as they have slipcovers. I find them so much easier to manage with kids because you can throw the covers in the wash.” ART Brittany Ferns ‘Sea Shells From The Shore’ limited edition print $280 greenhouseinteriors.com.au / PENDANT LIGHT H&G Living ‘Adam’ rattan pendant light shade $239 templeandwebster.com.au / FLOOR CUSHION Moroccan floor cushion $280 jaggerandwolf.com.au / BAR STOOL Moroccan bar stool $199 fewandfar.com.au BED COVER Cultiver chambray heavyweight bedcover in cinnamon $450 cultiver.com.au / RUG MARR-KETT vintage Beni M’Guild rug (410x230cm) $3,290 marr-kett.com.au / POT ‘Neha’ terracotta pot $80 au.toa.st / CUSHION MARR-KETT cactus silk mini lumbar cushion in pale pink $99 marr-kett.com.au / SOFA MCM House ‘Luuda’ sofa $2,950 mcmhouse.com / COFFEE TABLE CLO Studios ‘Si’ round coffee table $710 clostudios.com.au 38

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WOASIS ild A sumptuous interior melds stunningly with the tropical setting of this home on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. We chat to designer Sarah Parry-Okeden of Wild Orchid Spaces. INTERIOR DESIGN WILD ORCHID SPACES / STYLING LISA HILTON PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON WHITBREAD / WORDS CASEY HUTTON

A L F R E S C O E N T E R T A I N I N G “My favourite area would have to be this outdoor entertainment space and the light installation we designed to complement the ceiling height. We included over 15 lights here,” says Sarah. Hanging pendants from Leilah; outdoor sofas from T&C Furniture; coffee table from Bisque Traders; brass drum side table from Temple & Webster.

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Once a well-loved coastal family home, this house in Sydney’s Avalon Beach was dramatically reworked to create a high-end resort-style space that’s continually energised by its interaction with the outdoors. Designer Sarah Parry-Okeden is no stranger to home makeovers. Since establishing her property and interior design business Wild Orchid Spaces ten years ago in the USA and subsequently bringing it back to Australia, she’s transformed a suite of residences with her trademark style. This one, Bellevue Avenue, was bought by Wild Orchid Spaces in 2019, underwent extensive renovations, and was then rented as holiday accommodation for a year prior to selling in January 2022. Sarah explains that flow and synergy between outdoors and indoors was central to the home’s redesign. The renovation included opening up ceiling cavities to add height and light to the rooms, as well as reorienting one wing of the house to align rooflines and create symmetry from the street view. By carefully juxtaposing natural and manmade

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elements, Sarah and her team fostered a twoway relationship between nature and the home’s interior decor. “We created visual interest through layers of textures and tones within the colour palettes, complementing and influenced by the landscape design we created within the gardens,” she explains. The home’s living area opens onto an expansive alfresco entertaining zone, where a sandstone fireplace and lounges provide a warm spot from which to admire the garden, while a 20-seater table and chef’s barbeque cater to large gatherings. Continuity between inside and outside is achieved via the use of the same stone flooring and ceiling details in both zones, along with pendant lighting throughout. In this alfresco area, a dramatic installation of 15 pendants is one of Sarah’s favourite features. The pool, framed by white tiles, raw timber bench seating and a low stone wall, leads the eye towards deep-green tropical foliage beyond. At 3.8m x 8.6m, the lap pool appears deceptively large thanks to the oversized seating area alongside it. >

K I T C H E N Barstools from Beachwood Designs; pendant light from Zaffero; splashback tiles from Tiles by Kate.

D I N I N G Pendant light from Bisque Traders; dining chairs from T&C Furniture; table custom designed by Wild Orchid Spaces, with timber legs from 2eight3 and stone top by Peninsula Kitchens and Bathrooms; flooring is honed limestone from Tiles by Kate.

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“ENCOURAGE AS MUCH LIGHT INTO THE HOUSE AS YOU CAN. IF YOU CAN’ T ADD A WINDOW, ADD A MIRROR. IF YOU CAN’ T ADD A TREE, BRING SOME VISUAL I N T E R E S T T O T H E S PA C E WI T H A VI B R A N T WA L L PA P E R .” - SARAH PARRY-OKEDEN

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R E S O R T- S T Y L E L I V I N G This renovated home, set over three levels on a 1,069m2 block in Avalon Beach, evokes a holiday feel – complete with a pool and alfresco entertaining area.

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< Sarah’s approach to her projects is a process of uncovering original beauty (“a house will tell its story if you look closely enough”) then working intuitively and meticulously to develop interior looks room-byroom. “I often get to work on curating for the spaces almost immediately after purchase, as I like to build a property around furniture – not the other way around,” she says. She blends old with new, fossicking in antique stores for “hidden gems that add soul and a certain energy to a space”. “I also like to custom make pieces of furniture; a room may need something bespoke to make it sing,” she says, adding that three custom vanities were created > for this home. adore home

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B E D R O O M Mirrors and cream cushions from Leilah; pendant light from Bisque Traders; throws and tan cushion from Adairs. 46

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B A T H R O O M “I am a huge lover of wallpaper and often use a different one in every room. This love also extends to pendant lighting,” says Sarah. Wall sconce lights from Harry Harry Australia; mirror from Bisque Traders; vanity custom designed by Wild Orchid Spaces; tiles from Tiles by Kate; palm wallpaper from Anthropologie.

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Lappin*g it up P O O L “The lap pool measures 3.8m x 8.6m and appears deceptively large as we paid close attention to the lounge seating here, creating an oversized area for visual interest,” Sarah explains. 48

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< Sarah enjoys the element of surprise in design, treating each room as a completely new space, while ensuring continuity by beginning with a neutral base on floors and walls. She builds in natural materials then softens the look with carefully curated furnishings, fixtures and textiles. “I have a deep love of texture and will always incorporate a sandstone or stone of some kind into each space, pairing that with other natural materials such as leathers, ceramics and metals.” Her eclectic approach has been informed by time spent living overseas, as well as working in fashion. “I have been greatly influenced by the places that I have lived and the houses I grew up in,” she says of her style, which brings together elements from India, Africa, the Colorado mountains and – in the case of this home – the Australian seaside. “I have a huge appreciation for the laid-back nature of Australian coastal interiors, as they are usually so fresh and inviting.”

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WALLPAPER ‘Endless Summer’ palm wallpaper US$198 per roll anthropologie.com / PENDANT LIGHT Bisque Traders cotton short leaf pendant $980 bisquetraders.com.au SIDE TABLE Bone inlay abstract side table in black $780 mahliainteriors.com.au / WALL LIGHT Beacon ‘Ascot’ wall light in brass $159 beaconlighting.com.au / TRAY ‘Siesta’ tray large $89 urplace.com.au / STOOL Round elm bar stool $275 beachwood.com.au / COFFEE TABLE ‘Hudson’ hammered barrel coffee table $295 ivoryanddeene.com.au / BOWL Marble fluted bowl small $74.95 rusticwhiteandwood.com.au / CUSHION Escape to Paradise Natural coastal fringed cushion $79 templeandwebster.com.au / SUN LOUNGER Uniqwa ‘Mykonos’ lounger $2,829 uniqwacollections.com.au / UMBRELLA Business & Pleasure Co. ‘The Premium’ beach umbrella in antique white $299.99 businessandpleasureco.com.au 50

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B E N C H S E A T “Our piece of land is long and narrow, leaving an area along the side of the house to design. The planter box and bench seat were perfect for the space,” says Jessi. 52

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Former Sydneysiders Jessi and Koombs customised their new build on the Gold Coast, creating a bold, modern home for their growing family.

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Creative couple Jessi and Koombs made the move from Sydney to the Gold Coast with their two little ones (human and dachshund) a month before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

living room, media room and main bedroom to add impact to the home’s interior. “As our home is mostly white, we wanted to create some contrast,” says Jessi.

“We wanted to have a home with a backyard for a dog and to cater to our growing family,” explains Jessi. “That didn’t seem possible with our budget in Sydney. We wanted a slower-paced life and the Gold Coast seemed to offer that.”

Jessi and Koombs tackled the landscaping themselves – a feat made easier by the fact that green-thumbed Koombs is a bricklayer with experience in stonemasonry. Sourcing inspiration from gardens on Instagram and Pinterest, the couple had a rough idea of what they wanted: “tropical plants, different seating zones, a barbecue area, a low-maintenance garden, and a backyard that the family could enjoy and spend a lot of time in”.

Opting for a new build for their family home, Jessi and Koombs chose a standard design through GJ Gardner Homes, adding some customisations like the raked ceilings to suit their needs. “We wanted a lot of natural light,” says Jessi. “The raked ceiling provides heaps of light and makes the main living spaces feel bigger and brighter.” “Open-plan living was really important to us to bring the outdoors in, and we wanted our main bedroom to open onto the pool to create a relaxing atmosphere and the feeling of being on holiday.” The couple chose a black, VJ-panelled feature wall in the study and black feature walls in the 54

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The landscaping is designed around the pool, which sits in the rear corner of the property. Jessi says it was important to get the placement right, in order to maximise the other areas of the backyard on the 450sqm block. The bench seat and planter boxes are an original design feature dreamt up by Jessi and Koombs, who were looking to elevate their plants and create privacy from neighbours. “The planter box >

L I V I N G R O O M “We love our raked ceiling, which lets so much light into the main areas of the house. We often talk about how this was the best upgrade decision we made when building the house,” says Jessi. Sofa from Oz Design; rug from Miss Amara; white pot from The Balcony Garden.

ctions e l e s d l i u b w e N * “THE SELECTIONS WE CHOSE WERE SIMPLE, WITH A COLOUR P A L E T T E T H A T C O U L D B E E A S I LY CHANGED AND COMPLEMENT OUR FURNITURE AND DECOR.” - JESSI BARRETT

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LIVING ROOM Original artwork by Indigenous Australian artist William Sandy; sideboard from Village Stores; pots from Slugg.

P O T C L U S T E R A trio of pots from Slugg display a Fiddle-Leaf Fig, Kalanchoe Silver Spoons and Ripple Jade.

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M A I N B E D R O O M “We wanted our bedroom to open onto the pool, to create a relaxing atmosphere and the feeling of being on holiday,” says Jessi. Pendant lights from Uniqwa; bed head from James Lane; bedside tables from Clo Studios; rug from Temple & Webster.

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SUBURBAN OASIS Set on a 451m2 block in Pimpama, this home makes the most of the small outdoor space – complete with plunge pool, undercover patio, built-in bbq and bench seating.

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O U T D O O R P A T I O “We love the courtyard at the side of the house. It’s so lush and we love sitting out there for breakfast and coffee on the weekends,” says Jessi. Outdoor sofa, armchairs and coffee table from Freedom; festoon lights from Temple and Webster.

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< and bench seat were perfect for the space,” says Jessi. “The area can also be seen when you’re standing in the dining room, kitchen and living room, so we wanted to make it a feature and create a view from all of these rooms.” The process wasn’t without challenges though; the planters needed to be redone to make them higher and able to hold bigger plants. The area also originally had real turf that had to be ripped up – twice – due to lawn grubs. “Artificial turf has been amazing,” says Jessi. “It’s green all year round, low maintenance, and our daughter and dachshund Maple love playing on it.” In addition to being open to the option of artificial turf, Jessi and Koombs’ top tips for DIY landscaping are to source plants locally and check out Facebook Marketplace for bargains. “Almost all of our plants are from local nurseries,” explains Jessi. “We purchased many items, such as the breezeblocks and railway sleepers, which we used as steppers by the pool and the front of the house, from Facebook Marketplace.” The couple say they saved “so much money” by choosing to do the landscaping themselves – a big win for this growing family.

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Jessi and Koombs offer landscape consultations for small backyards, gardens, and courtyards. Consultations are focused on creating functional spaces, maximising the space, and low maintenance designs.

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Heliconia Hot Rio Nights is a tropical clumping plant. They’re great for screening as they can grow to 4 metres tall.

Dracaena draco is a bold, architectural tree that’s ideal for arid landscapes. It needs free-draining soil.

SNOW MAIDEN Raphiolepis Snow Maiden is a tough, low-growing evergreen shrub that is salt tolerant, making it ideal to plant around pools.

SNAKE PLANT Sansevieria trifasciata laurentii is virtually indestructible and will propagate and spread quickly in the garden.

Fakin*g it F A U X G R A S S Jessi and Koombs made the decision to replace their lawn with faux grass, as mowing and line trimming was flicking grass into the pool. They also had issues with lawn grubs killing the original turf. “Artificial turf has been amazing,” says Jessi. “It’s green all year round, low maintenance, and our daughter and dachshund Maple love playing on it.”

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OUTDOOR ARMCHAiR Freedom ‘Tidal’ armchair $500 freedom.com.au / WALL HANGING The Dharma Door ‘Puspa’ wall hanging (large) $315 thedharmadoor.com.au BOWL L&M Home ‘Athena’ black pedestal $176 lmhome.com.au / CUSHION L&M Home ‘Echo’ natural cushion $99 lmhome.com.au / BREEZE BLOCKS ‘Stars’ breeze block $18.20 per block thebreezeblockcompany.com / BEDSIDE TABLE CLO Studios ‘Raw’ bedside table $650 clostudios.com.au / POT SET Slugg ‘Thomas’ set of three pots $499 slugg.com.au / RUG Miss Amara ‘Calata’ rug (2.8 x 1.9m) $895 missamara.com.au / SOFA ‘Tatum’ three seater leather sofa $2,949 ozdesignfurniture.com.au 62

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FIREWOOD D I S P L AY A stylish way to store wood and kindling, Milkcan Outdoor’s new round firewood storage has separate compartments for different sized firewood and is made from heavy-duty galvanised steel. Priced at $350. milkcan.com.au

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POOLS GUIDE

Does summer’s approach have you dreaming of a new pool? Here’s our guide to everything from planning considerations to pool fencing and water types.

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This pool is tucked neatly into an underutilised space in this backyard. “It features an acrylic pool window, mosaic Ezarri tiles and a design that takes you to your very own slice of heaven,” says Kate Lainson of Cronulla Pools. As the land is sloped, Kate says the most practical solution was to raise the spa and install a pool window. “Utilising the clear window for the spa wall optimised the water view from the kitchen for our client,” explains Kate.

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“The pool window made it aesthetically gorgeous and allowed the water to spill over the glass. Your eye is naturally drawn to the back of the block with the Pandanus tree, so the pool window provides the perfect complement.”

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So, you want a swimming pool? There are several important things to think about before you start digging up your yard. “If you’re assessing your block, pondering whether or not you’ll be able to put a pool in, there are a few things to consider,” says Kate Lainson of Cronulla Pools. “Access is a big factor; how we get the machine out the back to dig the pool is dependent on the width of the access. And the wider the better – size matters here! A larger machine means a more efficient and costeffective dig. We love anything over a metre, however if you’re on a small property then we can go as narrow as 800mm.”

“Another big factor to consider is whether you have any water assets underground. Depending on the depth and location, this could affect your ability to build the pool or force you to encase a pipe, which will add to the cost of the build,” says Kate. Beyond the actual pool installation, there’s also landscaping to consider – a crucial element that will make or break your space. The most common mistake pool owners make, according to landscape architect Johnny Derwent at Site Design + Studios (who designed the beautiful pool area shown on this spread), is not getting an overall plan. “Unless you really know what you

are doing, for a few thousand dollars you can get a plan with all the related landscape spaces organised for you. We often pick up projects where a pool builder has just offered the shell, and once the shell is in, the homeowner can see there is much more to consider,” says Johnny. “Walking into a backyard with a pool and landscape all working together and thinking ‘this looks like it belongs here’ is what you want to achieve. That only happens through good design. Having a design plan also allows you to budget better, as the design can be fully quantified and altered easily if needed,” advises Johnny. adore home

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LIMESTONE PAVING + EZARRI ‘ZEN BALI’ POOL TILES

POOL TYPE When it comes to choosing a pool, you have two choices: concrete or fibreglass. Concrete pools are very popular and ideal for custom shapes and designs. “A concrete pool is great for its ability to be flexible. You can design any shape and size you wish to suit your block,” says Kate Lainson of Cronulla Pools, who were responsible for the pool build pictured above. “We also love concrete for its strength, durability and prestige finish. You can customise the interiors to either be fully tiled or finished with Designer Beadcrete – it makes for a really beautiful pool,” says Kate.

“Plungies are incredibly versatile and can be installed in ground, out of ground or anywhere in between,” says Ben. “They’re great for when you want to tie the pool level into a deck or raised living area. The hard work of “forming up” a pool out of ground isn’t necessary as this is all taken care of in the factory. A Plungie is also perfect for a sloping site, where it can be cut in at the perfect height to create the desired outcome.” If it’s price point and installation time that are key deciding factors, look no further than a fibreglass pool. Standard installation will take approximately ten days, although there are many factors that come into play, including site access, pool size, soil profile and the weather.

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If you like concrete but need something more budget-friendly, a prefabricated concrete pool from Plungie could be a better option. Ben Schluter, business development manager at Plungie, says their pools are manufactured with precision in a factory setting, arriving on site pre-finished, saving a huge amount of time and labour.

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The Plungie Studio pool (3.6 x 2.2m) in Kona Coast ecoFINISH pictured here costs $16,990. Installation is extra, and costs can vary from site to site and are dependent on access for craning the pool into position, whether the pool is in or out of ground, as well as the level of finish and surrounds like tiling and fencing.

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Glass fences are usually fixed with spigots, but this pool fence is held up by an invisible channel fix for a more aesthetically pleasing look. “The aluminium channel the glass sits in needs to be set into the concrete when the concrete is poured,” explains Josh Harrison. “This ensures the glass remains structurally sound.”

LANDSCAPE DESIGN HARRISON’S LANDSCAPING / PHOTOGRAPHY HANNAH BLACKMORE

FENCING One of the most important factors when installing a pool is safety – so a pool fence needs to be not only good looking but compliant. Kate Lainson of Cronulla Pools says there are strict council guidelines and pool fences need to comply with boundary fence heights and internal pool fence heights. “Eliminating any potential climbable threats like trees or ledges on fences is also a must.” When it comes to materials for pool fencing, your three main options are glass, timber or powdercoated steel. The most visually unobtrusive fencing option is frameless glass, making it a popular choice. Josh Harrison of Harrison’s Landscaping (who designed the area above), says it’s cheaper than timber or steel fencing. “It’s really fast to install (it usually takes less than a day), it’s highly customisable and there are numerous mounting options such as spigots, channel set or side mounted.” When it comes to cleaning glass fencing, Emma Doman of BLOOM Landscape Architecture 70

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recommends using a coating like Ezicleen to make cleaning easier and minimise water marks. She points out some further considerations with glass. “Pool fences require earthing if they are too close to the pool edge. It’s more of an issue for urban sites and this often gets missed when budgeting for a pool. I’ve also seen glass fencing act like a magnifying glass and scorch nearby grass patches, however frameless glass pool fencing creates a feeling of openness and airiness like no other,” says Emma. For those who want a low-maintenance option, a powdercoated steel fence is a great alternative to glass. This elegant customdesigned fence (pictured opposite page) was made for landscape designer Ben Scott’s client. “We decided against a glass fence due to the proximity of the pool fence to the pool; it would have constantly required cleaning,” says Ben. “A powdercoated steel fence requires minimal maintenance, if any, however it is more expensive than glass.”

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WATER OPTIONS Gone are the days where chlorine and salt were your only choices for water filtration. Nowadays, purer and more skin-friendly options like magnesium and fresh water rule the pool. “All of the pools we build at Cronulla Pools use Theralux filtration equipment, which is a magnesium-based pool,” says Kate Lainson. “Most of our clients have children, so mineral pools are always the way to go – economical, easy to manage, and a beautiful body of water to swim in. No smell or taste, no green hair, and it soothes your muscles while you’re swimming.” Even magnesium-filtration systems rely on low levels of chlorine though. The ultimate choice now is fresh water, with a Naked Pool system. Kate explains five reasons you’ll want to convert to fresh water: “The water in your pool will be fit to drink; you’ll save time and money with fewer chemicals and less power consumption; it’s super gentle on sensitive skin types; there’s no need to continually wash your cozzies or towels (or kids!) after having a swim; and you’ll be demonstrating environmental responsibility.” A NKD-R Freshwater System uses silver and copper to ionise your pool, keeping your swimming pool water free from algae, bacteria and other unwanted and harmful organisms. The best part is that there are minimal chemicals and therefore little maintenance required, providing you with crystal clear pool water. You can also convert an existing swimming pool over to this type of filtration system. adore home

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INTERIOR DESIGN KATRINA LUMSDEN / PHOTOGRAPHY THE PALM CO

As the days get longer and the nights get warmer, take inspiration from these stellar outdoor spaces for relaxing and entertaining.

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Tucked behind this family home in Gymea Bay in Sydney’s south is a versatile entertaining space that doubles as a luxe photoshoot location. INTERIOR DESIGN KATRINA LUMSDEN

WORDS NICHOLA DAVIES / PHOTOGRAPHY THE PALM CO

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Interior designer Katrina Lumsden’s business, Studio Haven, works with owners of holiday homes to transform their getaways. When it came to building an entertaining space at the rear of her own home, it was only natural that she would use her skills to create an enviable escape for her own family. “A resort-style Bali beach club is what we call it!” says Katrina. “Music, cocktails, relaxing, and enjoying time with friends and family.” Katrina and her husband Peter, who was the owner builder of the project, wanted to create something unique and beautiful that would showcase Katrina’s design work and bring in a little extra income. Deciding against an Airbnb, they opted instead to build a space that could be used as a photoshoot location. Utilising wasted space behind their existing pool, they designed ‘Studio Haven’ – a functional entertaining zone complete with a room overlooking the pool, a bathroom, >

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and a luxe alfresco dining area with a fireplace.

The build kicked off in early 2020, with preparation and formwork completed during the first lockdown. “Then, on weekends and when we had spare time, we managed trades and would both work on the space,” explains Katrina. The family spend plenty of time in the finished space, listening to music and reading books on the daybed, and enjoying the ambience of the fireplace at night. The area is perfect for photo shoots too. “There are so many nooks and corners for photographers to capture their shots,” says Katrina.

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‘Zanzibar’ cushion in natural (60cm) $95 tandcfurniture.com.au

get the look ‘Hemera Small’ clay outdoor cushion with insert (40x40cm) $132 gracegarrett.com ‘Lucy’ hanging chair $650 byronbayhangingchairs.com.au

‘The Wesco’ wall sconce light $271 barnlight.com.au

Papaya ‘Chester’ dining chair $695 papaya.com.au

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“ THINK ABOUT HOW YOU ARE GOING TO USE T H E S PA C E B E F O R E YO U D E S I G N I T. K N OWI N G THIS BEFORE THE DESIGN STAGE ALLOWS YOU TO ENSURE WHERE AND HOW YOU CREATE T H O S E S PA C E S T O T I C K A L L T H E B OXE S .”

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This poolside entertaining pavilion at Noosa Heads is a gelato-flavoured dream inspired by the coastline of old-world Italy.

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WORDS CASEY HUTTON / BUILDING DESIGN + INTERIOR DESIGN CHRIS CLOUT DESIGN BUILD BRAEDEN CONSTRUCTIONS / INTERIOR STYLING + DECORATION CLO STUDIOS LANDSCAPE DESIGN PLACE DESIGN GROUP / PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID CHATFIELD

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“ THE ROOF TOP IS A SUNBATHER’ S D R E A M , L AYE R E D WI T H PL A N TS AND SUN LOUNGERS.” - CHLOE TOZER

The owners of this impressive residence on the banks of the Noosa River weren’t afraid to have a little fun when it came to their outdoor styling. While the home’s interior is languid and calming in its earthy palette, the exterior entertaining area offers a colourful and imaginative escape. Chloe Tozer, founder and creative director of CLO Studios, who were responsible for the home’s interior decor, points out that the palettes inside and out were carefully balanced. The muted natural tones of the river and its dense native foliage inspired the restrained elemental colour scheme of the interior, while “in contrast, large art pieces and pastel colours intermingled into the interiors and outdoor living spaces”. A custom pool links the home’s earthy interior and its spirited alfresco area. With its glass 80

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wall adjoining the riverbank, the crystalline pool itself is an interesting counterpoint to the natural world beyond. In planning the outdoor pavilion, Chloe says, “the key was to create a space that didn’t stand apart from the interior but rather was an extension of the design, with a playful touch”. The home is the work of award-winning Sunshine Coast building designer Chris Clout. “The furniture and styling throughout the property complements the building design, capturing playful shapes, colours and textures,” Chloe explains. “The brief was to create a beautiful, functional and fun family holiday retreat,” Chloe says of the outdoor entertaining zone. A bespoke sofa and cushions by CLO Studios and a high circular table

for poolside dining channel the unfussy luxury of European summers. Bisazza tiles by architect and designer India Mahdavi adorn the wall, providing a perfect light-hearted backdrop that delights in colour and shape. A spiral staircase leads to a rooftop terrace. “Circular staircases are seldom seen,” Chloe notes, “but they are always a lovely way of breaking straight lines and drawing your eye up to the sky and sun.” Enticing and nostalgic, the rooftop is every bit the sunbather’s dream – complete with cascading plants, sun loungers and subtle-pink stripe umbrellas.

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Business & Pleasure Co. ‘The Tommy’ chair in Lauren’s pink stripe $249.99 businessandpleasureco.com.au

Basil Bangs ‘Go Large’ umbrella in sage (2.8m) $1,245 basilbangs.com

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WORDS NICHOLA DAVIES / PHOTOGRAPHY THE UNFOLD LANDSCAPE DESIGN EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE LANDSCAPE BUILD URBAN JUNGLE LANDSCAPES / STYLING LOWI INTERIORS

an i c e Gr beauty An outdoor transformation has delivered a slice of the Mediterranean to Sydney’s South Cronulla Beach.

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Landscape architects Exterior Architecture were tasked with reworking this 80m² space. Exterior Architecture’s director, Toby France, explains that the existing garden was very plain – just the pool, a patch of grass and an unwelcoming alfresco area. With a brief from the owner that she wanted a modern Grecian resort-style space where she could relax and enjoy the pool, Toby and his team got to work creating a series of luxurious zones. “She loves the sun and light colours, so we really tried to emphasise this,” Toby points out. The pool area was renovated to include a new spot for lounging, as well as a breeze-block wall complete with outdoor shower. The breeze blocks mask pool equipment and add interest to the space, while sun lounges and bag-rendered

booth-style seating on new composite decking make the area feel welcoming and exciting. To create a functional entertaining space, the team designed a new outdoor kitchen complete with a pizza oven and a separate bar and sink area built into custom cabinetry. While Toby says there was “some back-and-forth getting the layout of the kitchen and bar area right”, the final product was very close to his initial design. “The main change from my design was actually the final planting selection around the pool,” Toby explains. “Originally, I wanted to have a screening plant, but we ended up opting for a dry cactus garden, which has worked wonderfully.” Manzanillo olive trees – essential to the

Mediterranean vibe – were planted around the alfresco area, with a minimal selection of underplanting including Zoysia grass, lamb’s ear and Buxus microphylla japonica (Japanese box). The pool zone features a range of cacti, including Euphorbia, prickly pear and Cereus. Toby says he loves the feel of the new space, where many small details (such as white powder-coated strip drains that disappear against the crazy paving) have worked to create a polished and beautiful space. And the client couldn’t be happier, describing it as “a dream”. “For an area on the smaller side, Toby has managed to create a versatile entertainer’s paradise that is warm and inviting all year round,” she says.

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Toby’s clients describes their outdoor space as a dream, and extremely functional. Outdoor dining table from GlobeWest; dining chairs and sun loungers from Uniqwa Collections; Xclusive Decor pizza oven.

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A secluded garden of succulents and native flora is a languid retreat from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast. PHOTOGRAPHY MATT RODGERS, REAL NICE WORDS CASEY HUTTON

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Before they radically reworked it, the garden at Bec and Colin Wyatt’s mid-century bungalow in Miami featured a muddle of grass varieties, narrow garden beds and a scattering of palm trees. Inspired by cottage gardens but limited by the block’s sandy coastal soil, Bec instead researched dry garden ideas, cleverly substituting flowers with the colourful foliage of Australian natives and succulents. Having chosen their hard landscaping and pulled up their lawn, Bec and Colin enlisted a landscaper to assist with the garden’s layout. “With the help of three labourers, we placed our bluestone pavers and our new plants,” recounts Bec. “My initial reaction was one of regret. It was far from an instant garden, but over the coming months our seedlings and plants grew and spread to create our dream garden.” The result is a layered and textural space, with plantings including Kalanchoe Silver and Copper Spoons, Dichondra Silver Falls, Senecio Chalk Sticks, Blue Bird Jade, Cardboard Palms, Westringia, aloes and cacti. Tucked behind a breezeblock wall, Palissade armchairs and inbuilt concrete seating alongside an outdoor fireplace provide a perfect spot for winter evenings. A pathway of bluestone pavers leads to an alcove where a concrete dining table is sheltered by mature olive and banksia trees. Bec’s favourite plants change with the seasons. “In spring it is definitely the jasmine hedge which runs down the south side of our garden; in winter it is the flowering aloes; the Banksia integrifolia at any time of the year is spectacular; and in autumn the Banksia Birthday Candles have my heart!” The garden’s secluded zones (there’s also a pool and barbecue area at the front) have become an extension of the house itself. “After growing to appreciate our home’s simple and thoughtful structure, we could never bring ourselves to alter its original state,” Bec explains. “This led us to seek space outside our walls and grow a garden that offered privacy from the evergrowing busyness of the Gold Coast.” “I wanted to feel as though I could be a thousand miles away, and this is what our outdoor space has given our family – a peaceful sanctuary.”

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