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Architecture of life HOW BIOPHILIC DESIGN IS CHANGING OUR RE RELATIONSHIP WITH NATURE

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I love walks through the Sunshine Coast’s own Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, the dappled sunlight shining across the dirt path. These experiences leave me feeling serene, and it seems I’m not alone.

According to ample research, nature has many positive effects on our mental health. This is the basis of the biophilic design method, which we highlight in this month’s edition.

This design centres on shaping the built environment to aid our physical and mental health. It’s about creating a natural connection with environmental elements.

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DESIGN // WHAT IS IT? This beautiful design centres on a connection with the natural environment via direct and indirect contact with nature in your home. The design is based on the hypothesis populised in 1984 by scholar Edward O Wilson that humans have an inherent need to connect with nature and other forms of life. It’s about shaping the built environment to aid our physical and mental health.

“Nature remains our magic well: the more we draw from its nourishing waters, the more we sustain the human body, mind and spirit” – Stephen R Kellert

the trend Biophilic design

THE ARCHITECTURE

Daylesford Longhouse, by Partners Hill was named the Australian House of the Year at the 2019 Houses Awards. Project description: As an operational farm house, built within the confines of a 100-metrelong shed, this project had to take account of many pragmatic factors while still delivering some life-enhancing charm. Though the large volume is scaled to sit well in the large landscape, it also enables water harvesting, protection from blistering conditions and other rural realities. Visit partnershill.com. Photography (top, above, right), Daylesford Longhouse by RORY GARDINER.

“One of the great challenges of our time is to bring the beneficial experience of nature into the design of contemporary buildings, landscapes, communities, and cities,” wrote Stephen R Kellert in his book, Nature

by Design: The Practice of Biophilic Design.

With Australia in the midst of record population growth, high-density living has become the norm. And although these developments often include communal green spaces, there is no avoiding the fact that it encroaches on the natural environment. Backyards are smaller – or non-existent – and many people are time poor, which affects their connection with the world.

The biophilic design concept is based on the rediscovery that this connection is a fundamental need for humans. It differs substantially to sustainable design by taking architecture and living beyond environmental impact to a deeper level.

Biophilic design aims to lift spirits; it’s about not only relating to, but having contact with the environment. The key is to seamlessly integrate nature into the built environment. It shouldn’t feel forced, or be limited to a few potted plants or open windows. Instead, a successful biophilic design should capture the ‘wholeness’ of a site and feel like a natural progression of space – the two become one. This architectural movement has been proven to have positive effects on mental and physical health.

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STYLE & PRIVACY THE BASICS KEY FEATURES • Natural light – by using skylights, large windows, glass doors and clerestory openings.

• Indoor and outdoor gardens that seamlessly complement the environment of the home.

• Outdoor living spaces created in conjunction with the architect and landscape architect.

• Natural materials – concrete, timber, rock, biomimetic facades.

• Calming earth tones and varying blues, greens and greys.

• Organic shapes – via architectural elements and incorporated through furniture and decor.

• Non-visual environmental connections such as the flow of air, sounds of water, and smell of trees or herbs.

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DESIGN // <from previous page

THE LANDSCAPING Biophilia-inspired homes have to be designed with both the interior and exterior in mind.

These two design elements cannot be treated as separate bodies as the built environment should look as though it is a genuine part of the natural environment. The outdoor spaces should aim to reduce stress and mental fatigue, and boost the mood. Water features, natural materials and both annual and perennial plants are well suited. Incorporate native plants that grow at varying heights to create good coverage and a visually appealing effect.

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<from previous page Furniture: Biomimicry solutions are useful in styling as they simulate similar benefits to biophilic design. Organic shapes and colours are perfect examples of biomimicry products. Pictured is the Avleen corner chaise lounge from Domayne.

Decor: Nature imagery, from photos to prints, painting and sculptures, is another example of biomimicry.

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Description: This firm was awarded the Emerging Architecture Practice at the 2019 Houses Awards for its suite of projects, including Hawthorn House.

The house is defined by two concrete shrouds which provide the framework for how the interior spaces relate to each other and to the external environment. In defiance of its strong formal language, the spatial relationships and experiences of the home arise from a sensitivity to site and context.

The Houses judges said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The work has a strong sculptural quality and boldness, and the purity of the deep design thinking is often illustrated in expressive modelmaking. The poetry of the finished spaces is impressive. Projects, such as Hawthorn House, demonstrate a layering of screens and courtyards to connect inhabitants to the

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HIGH STANDARDS Award-winning fashion and interior design guru Adrian Ramsay had humble beginnings, growing up on a farm outside Wellington in New Zealand.

Although he lived in a rural town, he developed a passion for fashion and architecture at a young age, sketching the buildings he imagined from scenes in the Wild West novels that captivated him as a 10-year-old.

This passion took him one step further when he started designing custom-made formal trousers for his school friends.

He didn’t stop here. One thing led to another and the Buderim-based designer is now recognised nationally for his talent, having worked on more than 100 home design projects throughout Australia, England, France, New Zealand and India. Through such diversity, Adrian has developed a deep understanding of design and how it forms an emotional connection between its occupants and the world around them.

In August, Adrian Ramsay Design House was named as a national finalist in the Building Designer Association

Australia national awards. It is the first time in the studio’s 20-year history that he has put himself forward for consideration.

“The weight of responsibility of delivering a dream to a client that they will live in is always present,” Mr Ramsay says. “No two projects are alike, as are no two clients.”

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“Colour is your first step,” she says. “It’s the quickest and easiest way to breathe life into a room and will give you the foundation for a space your teen will love.”

The original bedroom here was functional but uninspiring, with a green feature wall and very little colour elsewhere.

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“Mismatched bedding is all the rage right now” inform the rest of the scheme.

“As this is a bedroom and needs to work for quiet times too, I opted for a soft shade for the feature wall – Dulux Wash&Wear in Apricot Fool – and kept the adjoining walls and trims that were already painted in a Dulux Wash&Wear Lexicon Quarter for contrast.

“I then introduced louder brights through smaller accents in the bedding, accessories and furniture.”

As any parent knows, redecorating a child’s room can be expensive.

“Keep the budget in check by upcycling existing pieces where you can – it only takes a few minutes to repaint old furniture and accessories in a fresh colour to give them a whole new look. Here, I’ve painted the top of a plain timber desk with Dulux

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“The bed is the centrepiece in a bedroom, so it was important to get it right.

“I added funky, retro-patterned bedding and a dramatic denim bedhead to frame the bed.

“Mismatched bedding is all the rage right now – and works brilliantly with this playful look – so I laid the bed with sheets in contrasting colours and piled it high with cushions in different colours, shapes and textures. This also gives it a lounge-like feel, providing a spot for friends to sit when they come over.

“When starting a project like this, my top tip is to get your teen involved from the start. Teens have strong ideas about colour and trends and you’ll want their new room to be a space they’ll love.

“And be prepared to try something new – a child’s room, which is separated from the main living areas of the home, is the perfect spot to be a little adventurous with colour.”

JULIA’S STYLING TIPS • Use the colours in an artwork as inspiration for your palette. And remember, statement bedding, or a rug, can act as artwork in a bedroom too.

• For a fashionable, tonal effect, use the main wall colour in a different strength on one, two or three other elements in the room, such as a desk chair, shelves or bedside table.

• If you’re cautious about using a bold colour on the wall, paint a smaller patch first and live with it for a few days. If you change your mind, you can simply paint over it and choose something more low-key.

• A teen’s room needs to multitask – include a comfortable bed, sturdy desk and chair for study, somewhere to relax with friends and adequate storage.

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PLAN FOR RENO SUCCESS My Renovation reader Gail asks Cassandra, “My husband and I are looking at renovating our home and are a bit worried about the process and having disasters with builders. We have heard about renovation horror stories and want to know how best to avoid them.”

design dream With Cassandra Fenaughty Cassandra Fenaughty is a landscape architect with more than 20 years’ experience. She’s the founder and owner of an innovative new renovation design consultancy, creating photo-real renovation concepts for clients looking to visualise their dream renovation before it begins. For more visit cassandrafenaughty.com.

CASSANDRA SAYS This is a great one that relates to most people considering a renovation. There are a few key things you can do before you start to give yourselves the best chance for a low-stress renovation.

Always get three quotes for your work.

You will be amazed at what different quotes can come in at. Often you get what you pay for so if one of the quotes is extremely low, make sure you check what they have or haven’t included.

Check out the builders’ work and testimonials. If you can, it’s a great idea to go and have a look at a project recently completed by a shortlisted builder. It is also good to look for testimonials and comments on review pages, Facebook pages and websites.

Ensure you enter into a proper contract with your builder. A registered builder should supply you with a contract that outlines the scope of works and price (for example, a HIA or Master Builders contract). It may also include items such as liquidated damages, which means if the job runs over time you may be able to claim deductions on prices for inconvenience caused or financial losses resulting from the job taking too long.

Make sure your builder has the appropriate insurances. You will often need to pay a small fee to cover the insurance for the project. This is worth it for peace of mind.

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Most builder disputes happen with simple misunderstandings of the deliverables expected from the builder.

Make sure you know what you want before you start. So many of my clients call me once they have already had a builder start work. Many people think they have an idea of what they want and then due to price or a change of heart they decide to do a redesign once the builder has already started. This adds costs to the project and stress. It is always a good idea to have well-resolved ideas for your renovation before you get quotes. Talking to a renovation design professional will ensure you explore options you may not have considered yourself, and resolve possible problems that may arise.

Have a good relationship with your builder and an open mind. Most renovations reveal the odd surprise during the build process. If you have a good relationship with your builder, you can have the discussion to make sure you make well-informed decisions on-the-go. Your tradies are not your enemies; set ground rules before works start. The worst way to start a contract is to criticise and complain to a builder when they’ve only just set foot in your house.

Have a budget contingency. Always have a contingency allowance, especially for

renovation work. Fifteen per cent for a residential renovation is a good amount to allow for unexpected expenses.

Treat your builder and tradies as you would expect to be treated yourself. If you have precious things you want to protect, you are best to pack them away before work starts or explaining kindly that there are a few things that you feel strongly about. If you have a tree you want to protect in your front yard or a patch of grass that you don’t want tradespeople to park on, pop some barrier mesh around the area and explain to the builder at the start of the contract that you are not trying to be difficult, you just want to protect your grass or tree.

Be prepared for a bit of mess and inconvenience. Most renovations are noisy, messy and inconvenient at times. If you are prepared for this it will be far less stressful.

Have realistic expectations that this is the way it might be for a few weeks or months. You can always talk to your builder and ask if there are going to be times when it may be better for you to reside elsewhere temporarily. Keep your eye on the goal. Throughout the process, remind yourself and your family that it will be worth it in the end. Tell your builder and tradespeople when you are happy with parts they have completed. Positivity and a few cups of coffee for your builder and tradies will go a long way!

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OUTDOORS //

SPRUCE UP FOR SPRING How is your garden growing? If it’s anything like ours, it’s looking a little worse for wear following the winter months. With the weather warming up, now is the time to get back outside and spruce up the yard in preparation for those weekend barbecues. The equipment experts at Kennards Hire have put together these great tips to get your yard, garden and footpath back on track for the spring and summer months. Visit kennards.com.au.

LAWN LOVE • Rake – It’s the oldest trick in the book, but raking your lawn vigorously will quickly and efficiently remove dead grass and thatch from the turf to tidy up your lawn.

• Dethatching – Lawns become spongy over time as thatch, a layer of dead grass and waste, builds up excessively above the soil. That’s when it’s time to use a lawn dethatcher. This machine works like a power rake, cutting deep into the turf and pulling out dead material.

• Air it out – Over time, soil becomes more compacted, meaning it’s harder for water,

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helping it to quickly self-repair and be more resistant to dry conditions.

Broadcasting lawn fertiliser by hand will never give even results, so to get it right, use a mechanical fertiliser spreader. A hand-held spreader will do the job for smaller lawns, but for larger lawns over 150 square metres, use a walk-behind wheeled spreader.

nutrients and oxygen to get down to the grass roots. For small to medium lawns, a garden fork or spiked lawn roller should do the job. But for a major renovation, use a lawn aerator. This easy-to-use device pulls plugs or cores from your lawn at regular intervals, creating nice clear channels down to the grass roots.

• Feed and fertilise – Fertilising your lawn with a quality slow-release lawn food is the best way to keep weeds out of the lawn while

PAVER PERFECTION Paths, concrete driveways and pavers can be magnets for algae and moss over winter. This growth traps dirt and grime, but there are some easy methods to clean your garden path.

• Clear it all away – The first step for any surface is to clear away any loose or bulky material like moss. A blower is an ideal way to shift accumulated leaves and twigs, but for clumps of stubborn moss, you may need a stiff broom too.

• Get cleaning – Before you start, check your local water restrictions and see if it’s okay to give the area a clean. If your pavement is slimy or slippery and moss or algae is evident, treat it first with a suitable outdoor surface cleaner to prevent regrowth. Next, use a pressure washer to remove excess dirt and grime. For larger areas, such as driveways, use a jet-gun attachment.

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For security, the owners opted to install the Prowler Proof product, which is known for its corrosion resistance – an important factor when living in coastal locations. In addition, the owner also opted to install ForceField screens to ensure the bushland views were not affected. Cameron Tilbrook from East Coast Security Screens says ForceField’s mesh provides an ‘open area’ of 42.5 per cent. And with an aperture of each opening at 1.62 millimetres, it means the creepy crawlies are kept outside, while still allowing maximum visibility and ventilation. For more information, visit eastcoastscreens.com.au.

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FLOORING // Tiles continue to be a popular choice when it comes to flooring renovations, largely due to the wide range of products, materials and colours available.

Marble tiles are a sought-after choice as they bring a touch of luxury to the home. They can be used to create interest in a wall or the floor. The experts at Beaumont Tiles recommend marble for main floors, especially living areas and hallways. Large rooms are the perfect opportunity to show off the natural veining and colour of this beautiful material.

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SUNSHINE COAST HOME //

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Coast Home, Maroochydore The calming influence of pastel hues are perfectly suited to the bedroom. The Ella 30-centimetre wall clock is also practical. It It’ss from Amart Furniture.

Quirky and cute, this unusual Paint Spot table lamp in blue is from Beacon Be Lighting. It’s sure to impress the kids. i

Set the scene in your little one’s room with the right bedding.

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finishing touches

The dreamy Half Moon gold novelty cushion from Domayne will shine in your little one’s room.

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Metallic elements and rich shades blend beautifully to create the Kaya cushion from Kas Australia. The ombre velvet is quilted with metallic stitching for an opulent finish. Visit kasaustralia.com.au for local stockists.

When styling a child’s bedroom, don’t fall into the trap of purchasing furniture targeted at children. Invest in a piece or two of timeless, designer-look accessories such as the Taringa bedside table in wormy chestnut from Focus on Furniture, Maroochydore Homemaker Centre.

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FINISHING TOUCHES // You can never have enough storage – and the more stylish, the better. The Home Republic Tahiti pink basket is the perfect option. It can also be used as a It’ss from pot for a faux plant. It Adairs.

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