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Kate Pascoe Squires A LOOK INTO THE HOME OF KATE AND KATE’S ‘SYDNEY KATE’ PHOTOGRAPHY FRANÇOISE BAUDET WORDS JACQUI GREIG
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Together with her sister-in-law, style savvy Kate launched Kate & Kate with a small collection of cotton blankets in 2013. The brand now produces two seasonal collections per year, which also include linen throws, napkins and tea towels, along with cotton and linen cushions, luxurious bath sheets, hand towels and beach towels, all with the signature Kate & Kate clean lines and geometric shapes. As one would expect, the impeccable design nous synonymous with the Kate & Kate brand has transferred to Kate’s home, and her children’s rooms are no exception. Modern and eclectic, the bedrooms include lovely recycled pieces along with high quality multi-functional furniture that has easily transitioned from nursery to bedroom. “Both rooms have really developed organically,” says Kate. “I didn’t ever really have a clear ‘concept’ for either… it was more about collecting pieces and then building a look around them over time.” A key element to her design approach is using more mature artwork than those typically found in children’s spaces; “I’ve been able to anchor everything around them from day dot.” Kate says that investment pieces can create strong bones to any kids’ room, and bringing in texture will add warmth and depth. She is also quick to point out it is crucial to incorporate your child’s personality, “Include items they love and let them have some say in their space.” Having recently worked with Briar Stanley from Sunday Collector to upgrade the carpet in the kids’ rooms, Kate also introduced some new furniture pieces – key of which was clothes storage. “I generally just move a few bits and pieces around a couple of times a year,” she says. “The kids love their rooms and get a lot of joy out of displaying their treasures, so I try not to interfere too much. Of course, I am constantly changing
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The space that hosts the children’s bedrooms was originally one large, dark attic, and Kate admits dividing the space into two rooms was a challenge, especially as they wanted to include dormer windows to allow as much natural light as possible. Even after the DA was obtained for the renovation, the angles and long nature of the rooms proved tricky from a decorating viewpoint, dictating the size and type of furniture that could be used.
“As my kids grow, it’s important that they can retreat to their rooms with their friends – it’s their little piece of our home and I love that they feel some ownership over their spaces,” says Kate, who believes it is important to allow ‘space’ for play. “Their rooms are not huge, but just leaving a little bit of unfurnished, un-styled space means they can use their imaginations to play whatever they choose.” Playtime for Harry and Helena certainly became more fun after the renovation, with the inclusion of a ‘secret tunnel’ between the rooms. “This was a stroke of genius from our builders! The kids’ rooms are in the attic of our house, so when we cut off the roofline to insert dormer windows, it left a nice little cavity between the rooms. We put doors in each room so the kids can ‘secretly’ travel between the two spaces. Recently, they’ve been inviting our neighbours over to watch movies in there. It’s dark, quiet and away from adults – the perfect kids’ retreat.” And while the tunnel may be the children’s favourite aspect of the space, Kate loves the natural light that fills the rooms. “The light in the rooms is just gorgeous – it dances on the angles created by the roofline and makes them feel incredibly welcoming. The other thing is the tin roof - they are certainly the best rooms in the house for enjoying a rain storm!”
KATE & KATE www.kateandkate.com.au @kateandkatehome
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KATE’S FAVES The stripy artwork with wooden animal from Ici Et Lá – I purchased this before Harry was born and I love it now as much as I did when I found it. Oeuf Bunk Beds from Kido Store – the best purchase, super high quality and never seem to age. I can see Harry sleeping on the top bunk with a desk underneath when he gets older (and Helena moves back into her room – for now, they love sleeping in the same room!) Pin Board – Briar Stanley put me onto these and Harry loves pinning all of his bits and pieces from school on here. Mexican puppets – I bought the wolf and Mini Mouse back from Mexico years before I had children, so I love that they have found a home in Harry’s room. Postcard collection – Harry loves collecting these as much as I do and we continue to add to this wall as things catch our eye.
HARRY JOSEPH SQUIRES What is your favourite part of your room? Everything! If you could paint your room any colour what would it be? I like it how it is now. If you could have anyone over for a sleep over who would it be? William. What is one thing you wish you could do to your room that mum and dad won’t let you? Make a pet room and get a lot of pets.
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Styling Launching in May 2017, the styling wing of Hello Birdie Collective (HLBC) aims to offer not only bespoke and limited edition party invitations and decorations, along with fun filled balloons and accessories but also in depth and tailor made party and event concepts, designs and styling. HLBC collective have been working hard behind the scenes to bring some amazing ideas and products from around the world and locally sourced originals together to create truly unique and memorable events for our clientele. Billie’s Fairy Picnic is a 6th birthday celebration that brings the outdoors in. Collaborating with Australian creatives including Sara Winfield, Unclebearskin Productions, Mister Fly and To The Moon ensured an enviable extravaganza for Billie to enjoy!
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CHOCOLATE COATED STRAWBERRIES BY CHOCOBOU FAIRY FLOSS MACHINE BY EVENTS BY ALYSIA LOLLIPOPS BY PETAL + POP CAKES, DONUTS + COOKIES BY LAMANNA PATISSERIE ICE CREAM BY POPSTIC ICE CREAM PLATES + SPOONS BY EARTHENS FRESH FLOWERS BY THIS DAY ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS BY FLUER & DAHLIA ROUND CUSHIONS BY SLY CAKE TOPPER, FAIRY DUST JAR + NAME TAGS BY ZILVI PARTY DRESSES BY TUTU DU MONDE CUSTOM WOOD SWING BY FIBRESHACK ACRYLIC BACKDROP BY PLASTIC CENTER STYLIST, BALLOONS, INVITATIONS, COWHIDES BY HELLO LITTLE BIRDIE PINIATA BY PARTY PONY CUSTOM FAIRY PRINT + INVITATIONS BY SARA WINFIELD BALLOONS BY MOON SHOT BALLOONS PHOTOGRAPHY BY RED RABBIT PHOTOGRAPHY
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TWEENAGE DREAMING THREE TWEEN ROOMS TO MAKE YOU SWOON.
STYLING NICOLE ROSENBERG LITTLE LIBERTY PHOTOGRAPHY RACHEL WINTON WORDS NICOLE RAY
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WILLOW’S ROOM
DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY TRISTA PATRIS, WILLOW LEE AND ME WORDS BERNICE CAMPBELL
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eeping, Willow is certainly not! This beautiful bedroom belongs to the gorgeous Willow. A bright-eyed two year old full of personality and a love of animals. At the heart of her room is the show stopping ‘Peonies’ decal by Urban Walls. The peonies, placed above Willow’s bed, are sure to inspire the most magical of dreams. Its soothing soft greys, blush pinks and soft purples form the inspiration for the room’s colour palette and create a loving and soothing mood, perfect for settling even the most cheeky of toddlers. It’s hard to believe that this cohesive room was all designed from the other side of the world, after only having viewed the room once. But when your speciality is edesign services for children specialising in interior design, wardrobe design, birth announcements and milestones, and special event styling, it’s hard not to be surprised. Trista, Willow’s mum is the Owner and Designer of Willow Lee and Me. While it’s unusual to design your daughter’s room from the other side of the world, Trista embraced the challenge when faced with a move to the UK. She says “I knew when planning Willow’s room that the climate in the UK would be very different to Australia, so I needed Willow’s room to be light and fresh… but relaxing, calm and pretty.” Willow is lucky enough to have an entire wall made from glass in her room, which allows lots of natural light to flow in and is the perfect place for this princess to keep a keen watch on the city she overlooks. Everything was sourced and shipped to their new home in the UK over a period of months, and once it all came together it was “exactly how I imagined it to be”. The brief for Willow’s room was a relaxing, calm and pretty space. A room that she could not
just sleep in but also play, read and colour-in. Dividing the room into clear zones – a reading corner, a creative space and a sleeping space – makes clever use of a small room whilst fulfilling all elements of the brief. The most important element of course, was, delivering a space that Willow adores spending time in. The creative zone is Trista (and Willow’s) favourite part of the room. A round marble table, blush bow chairs and hints of gold add a touch of lux and sophistication to this room. Willow’s creativity blooms under the watchful eye of the Carousel Unicorn and Swan featured in the Little Rae Prints. The prints are reminiscent of dreamy circus days and add to the magical old world charm of this room and appeal to Willow’s love of animals. Trista loves watching Willow play in the space especially created for her. The Mini Mod by Home Day is the perfect place to snuggle into with the super soft Mongolian sheepskin throw for a story with mum and dad. Other favourites in the room are the gorgeous Swans by Miann and Co and Ilka, the whimsical star cushions, and the gorgeous storage boxes by Gold Frankincense and Myrrh. Whilst one could be distracted by all the beautiful things lovingly and carefully selected for the room, it’s hard to forget that this room is all about Willow. Willow’s name is gorgeously adorned over her cot on the floating sign by Louie Luxe. It’s a space that has been designed to grow with Willow, from the cot that coverts to a bed, to the removable decals and accessories selected to complement the purpose of the room. This is a space that Willow will love for many years to come. WILLOW LEE AND ME www.willowleeandme.com @willowleeandme WWW.MINTYMAGAZINE.COM.AU 71
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FELIX’S ROOM DESIGN BELINDA NIHILL, NEST DESIGN STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY MARTINA GEMMOLA WORDS JACQUI GREIG
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BEDROOM BLITZ THREE ROOMS, ONE HOME.
DESIGNER JACINDA MALLOY, HIDE & SLEEP PHOTOGRAPHY DANIELLE TROVATO WORDS CELINE BARNES
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ackling three kids’ rooms simultaneously is not for the faint hearted, but once Sally and Toby finished renovating their lounge and kitchen, they felt that it needed to be done. “I had seen Facebook photos from a friend who had enlisted the help of Jacinda of Hide & Sleep for her daughter’s room and I was keen to secure her services,” says Sally.
to four and tacked up on the wall for further consideration.
Sally and Jacinda sat with Emma (10), Jessica (8) and Harry (5) to chat about which colours they liked and what was important to them, to help set a personalised brief for each room.
After locking in the wallpapers, design boards were completed and shown to the three children for approval.
Emma, as the eldest, was imagining a grownup room with gold metallic wallpaper and pink features. She also wanted a desk for drawing and craft making as well as a comfortable chair to sit and quietly read, hidden away from the busy shared spaces in the house. Jessica wanted colour and fun expressed throughout her room. Other items on her wish list included wallpaper, a chair, a chest of drawers and hanging hooks for her necklaces and bags. When consulted, Harry wanted his love of Star Wars and super heroes to feature heavily in his room. Sally wanted to honour his request as much possible while making sure it was “something he could grow with and didn’t date quickly,” she remarks. Using the personalised briefs, Jacinda ordered in wallpaper samples for all three rooms. It was love at first sight for Emma when she saw the metallic dot Juju Papers wallpaper, while Jessica took a little longer – starting with ten options which were then narrowed down
In the end, Jessica decided on blue triangle removable wallpaper which Sally was very happy with. Harry liked his Mum’s choice of a Milton and King grid wallpaper which she felt was both minimal and modern.
EMMA’S ROOM As soon as she saw it, Emma was adamant the striking pink knot cushion should be a feature – and it has - claiming pride of place on the blush MRD Home chair. Nestled comfortably nearby, Amigoes de Hoy baskets and a textured rug enhance the corner ensemble and invite you to stay and put your feet up. For the bed, a white linen quilt cover was selected and adorned with beautiful coloured cushions from Langdon Ltd and a grey Kip & Co throw to finish it off. A Plyroom side table sits to one side chosen for its beautiful simplicity and space saving utility. Giving thought to the impending teenage years, a Design Stuff mirror was included along with a hanging light for illumination to help achieve lip gloss perfection. The desk was from Ikea and the grey swivel chair from Globe West. A cute yet practical multi-pouch belt to stash bits and bobs was placed above the desk, as well as a Plyroom pegboard to display Emma’s treasured keepsakes. The clock from Clocksicle will remind Emma when it is time to go to bed (or get up) and the Norsu interiors print with fairy lights brings a whimsical softness to the room. WWW.MINTYMAGAZINE.COM.AU 107
ALEXA GIGI’S NURSERY DESIGN MAGDALENE LIACOPOULOS, THE BEBE STYLE CO. PHOTOGRAPHY SUE FERRIS WORDS CELONE BARNES
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give Alexa a room that was baby appropriate but with a little rearranging could easily transition to a toddler’s room in a few years. Magdalene explains “that’s why I opted for a non-traditional nursing chair that could live in our bedroom or living area once I was finished feeding.” Magdalene has achieved longevity with the interior as “nearly two years later it’s still going strong” and the chosen pieces are growing with Alexa who is now on the move and keen to explore her nursery from different angles. As a Sydney dweller, the challenge of maximising space became an opportunity for Magdalene to add well-considered design elements to the mix. Enter the H&G Designs suede leather ladder which provides a ‘shelfie’ with a small footprint – a perfect house guest. Most importantly the floor space has been retained for the priorities of play and discovery – a must for any child. The textures captured in Alexa’s nursery help enhance the visual appeal and set the scene for the calming and sensory experience of the space. Magdalene’s attention to textual details using elements such as a HK Living rattan chair from Luumo Design, Langdon LTD shag cushions, a Pottery Barn Kids delaney rug and a Kate & Kate alpaca thwwrow further soften this beautiful and feminine space. As Magdalene confirms “It’s funny being a stylist and a lover of all pretty things – my overall favourite thing about the space is how it makes me feel. I spend a lot of time within those four walls, sometimes with a screaming baby, and for the most part I feel very comfortable and relaxed.”
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