Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2015 i Belle

Whimsical'from Cole & Son presents a nostalgic and enchanting selection of magical wallpapers, inspired by the classic childhood stories and fairy tales of our youth. Through fifteen designs, including three exciting and unusual borders and a reworking of a Cole & Son classic, this new collection features whales riding the waves of far flung oceans, ethereal lantern bearing fish suspended in strange underwater worlds, starlit forests, shimmering dragonflies and harlequined merrymakers, all offering a compendium of true conversation pieces, whilst bringing the charm of children's theatre, pageantry and literature to life. Cole & Son Founded 1875, Cole & Son holds an archive consisting of approximately 1,800 block print designs, 350 screen print designs and a huge quantity of original drawings and wallpapers, representing all the styles from the 18th, 19th…

Until recently I hadn’t heard the term ‘fad room’. I was having dinner with an architect and an interior designer who regularly collaborate and apparently when a new job starts, they ask, “so what’s the fad room in this house?” Whether it’s the home cinema, the man cave, the steam room (three of our featured homes have them), the Pilates room or the mud room, some things are here to stay and others are, well, fads. It applies to objects too – the elegant Adnet mirror and the beautiful Serge Mouille lights are stayers and design classics, but they are certainly having a faddy moment. Is it simply collective consciousness that we want the same things at the same time? Or because trendsayers are hotter than the steam room? Philip…

MELBOURNE GLOWING PRAISE Matthew Johnson’s luminous paintings evoke a world out of focus. A beguiling haze of light and colour, their pixel-like grid composition is dissipated by richly-hued pigments, which appear to bleed into one another while gradually fading away. See the artist’s latest series, including Stratum Glow II (left), at Nuttall Kibel Nguyen Gallery. Until March 7. nkngallery.com SYDNEY CLASS A CTION Finalists in the 2015 Redlands Konica Minolta Art Prize are a veritable rollcall of local luminaries, including Shaun Gladwell, Sophie Cape and Hiromi Tango, whose Sea Tears is shown (right). Curated by fellow artist Tim Johnson, the assembly paints a vivid picture of Australia’s creative scene, on display at the National Art School. March 26-May 23. nas.edu.au SYDNEY TOY STORY White Rabbit’s latest show ponders the games…

LAST OCTOBER, William (Bill) Wright, AM – distinguished curator, artist, educator and adored teacher – passed away in Sydney at 77. “Warm”, “generous”, “all-embracing”, “irreplaceable” are among words used to describe Bill by those who knew him. He could engage with anyone on any level and subject – art, music, literature, all the sensibilities. “While not big physically, he was a colossus as an intellect and mentor,” according to artist John Beard. Bill said his education started with his enrolment at the National Art School, at age 16, and it never ended. In 1958, he went abroad and was away 23 years, painting, exhibiting and teaching. In Florence, he immersed himself in the culture and became fluent in Italian. He then lived in the UK for 16 years, where he…

Which artist or artists have been an enduring influence? I couldn’t choose between William Turner, Mark Rothko and John Olsen. Contemporary artist that you most admire? Sophie Cape [6]. She is young and just starting out – her mixed media is so alluring. Do you collect anything? Yes, probably two areas that are almost opposite ends of the scale – 20th-century black and white photographs and 18th-century Chinoiserie pieces. Fashion must-haves? A Bally handbag – they’re always made from the most tactile leather and old-school craftsmanship. I also love Stubbs & Wootton velvet slippers [3]. Favourite watch? I wear my Hermès ‘Heure-H PM’ watch for day and a Jaeger-LeCoultre ‘Reverso Duetto Classique’ in pink gold with a satin band for evening. Fragrance of choice? It changes season by season. For…

WHAT HAS INFORMED AND INSPIRED YOUR ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIORS STYLE? We like to think that our work is not stylistic, in spite of the fact that our aesthetic is now probably quite recognisable. Rather than following trends closely, our designs evolve from a close collaboration with our clients, the site context and myriad forces – cultural, political, historical and others – that come into play when you shape a piece of architecture. HAS THIS STYLE EVOLVED OVER TIME? In the case of our own home it has, by virtue of trial and error, the arrival of children and our lust for travel. With our family growing, we have developed a different approach to furnishing our home, acquiring more family-friendly pieces (Enzo Mari artworks, for instance). Time also brings with it…

The simple palette plays up the house’s proportions, which are perfect for Bruno’s collection of mainly midcentury modern furniture, bought from his own website. Michael Bruno has always loved houses. However, for the last 15 years, he has spent most of his time selling furniture, building the New York-based online furnishings, art and antiques marketplace, 1stdibs.com, into a huge, global phenomenon. Despite founding a business worth tens of millions of dollars, he has continued to renovate and sell houses. Tuxedo Park is both literally and figuratively a move in a different direction for this one-time real estate agent because, for many years, he had lived in the Hamptons, to New York’s east. Three years ago, Michael and his partner, the former antiques dealer Alexander Jakowec, were looking for an apartment…

There is no name on the doorbell and not even a sign, and that’s the way the owner of this Milan combined home and workshop, artist and artisan Gennaro Avallone, likes it. Overlooking a courtyard, it occupies a building that was once a salami factory and is now part of a bustling mixed neighbourhood of homes and businesses on the edge of the CBD. But those in the know can easily find this painter and maker of furniture, glassware and sculptural frames, because Gennaro has occupied this building for 22 years. Back then, the space was much smaller – but all his trademarks were there in the rooms’ generous proportions, the copious natural lighting and his diverse collections of objects. Now the four floors embrace his studio, gallery and home,…

Thousands of years in the making, Lyon is city-scale proof of just how inspiring a mix of eras and styles can be. The Unesco World Heritage site in eastern central France, about midway between Paris and Marseille, sees Roman and Renaissance architectures rubbing should This apartment in the city’s elegant sixth arrondissement brings this centuries-spanning atmosphere inside, in subtle, confident style. It’s the work of Lyon-based interior design studio and store Maison Hand. Principals Pierre Emmanuel Martin and Stéphane Garotin have worked together for 10 years, creating interiors for homes, hotels and restaurants that are peppered with unique touches and clever contrasts. This comes naturally to the studio, but it is an exact science. “Decorating is like cooking,” says Pierre Emmanuel, smiling. “You can buy the best products and hold…

A QUICK BITE with MELISSA COLLISON { interior designer } Favourite food experience? Fresh-caught octopus cooked in front of me in Santorini. Tipple of choice? Prosecco. Favourite restaurant and bar interiors? T’a Milano in Milan, Boom Boom Room in New York and Sydney’s Saké and Swine & Co. What do you love about hospitality design? Fusing space, light and materials to create a beautiful result for people to share and dine. Your favourite projects? Saké Double Bay let me create a beautiful dining space. Swine & Co exposed my dark and sensuous side. What’s exciting you on the food scene? Demure, sophisticated and intelligent design. I don’t like heavily themed venues. Trends for 2015? Understated glamour: relaxed, refined, modern and unassuming. melissacollison.com.au SYDNEY SUN SEEKER THE COOGEE PAVILION HAS LAUNCHED…

WHERE TO STAY Hotel Nizza This 26-room hotel, centrally located in the Bahnhofsviertel, has a beautiful rooftop terrace. hotelnizza.de Lindenberg In gentrifying Ostend, this hotel of 10 beautifully designed suites and apartments is housed in a 140-year-old mansion. das-lindenberg.de WHERE TO EAT Club Michel Eat, drink and make merry at this private dining club located in the newly hip red light district. clubmichel.de Cafébar im Kunstverein Handily located in the Kunstverein art museum, this cafe serves lunch and drinks on its fine terrace. cafe-kunstverein.de Heimat Stylish restaurant within a beautiful 1950s pavilion, once a general store in Berliner Strasse. heimat-frankfurt.com Margarete Restaurant Named after Viennese architect Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky, Margarete offers distinct dining spaces around a central kitchen, serving German breakfast, lunch and dinner. Some of the interior design and furniture…

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DESIGNER Justine Hugh-Jones of Justine Hugh-Jones Interior Design: “I wanted to create visual interest, impact and texture in a small powder room.” What luxury item did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The seagrass wallpaper by Ascraft. I love the way the horizontal lines of the wallpaper contrast with the rest of the room to create movement and depth.” FACT FILE Interior design JUSTINE HUGH-JONES INTERIOR DESIGN Builder Reliant Constructions. Vanity Handmade Moroccan tiles from Onsite. Wall finish Seagrass wallpaper by Ascraft. Basin Bespoke marble basin. Tapware ‘Icon’ tapware in Aged Brass from Astra Walker. Mirror Gubi leather mirror from Cult. Towel rail Bespoke aged brass towel rail. Accessories Towel from Pond. Soap from Grown Alchemist. For stockists see Address Book.…

DESIGNERS Scott Weston and Gregory Phillips of Scott Weston Architecture Design: “Our aim was to create a bathroom with a calm, somewhat mysterious atmosphere that envelops the user. Materially, the iridescent blue/green glazed mosaic tiles are balanced by the darker quartz benchtop and marble washbasin. The room’s luxurious proportions and verticality are reinforced by the full-height tiles, custom-made floor-to-ceiling heated towel rail, seamless mirrored sliding door and lack of obvious separation between the shower and the rest of the room.” What luxury item did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The opulent ‘Nabhi’ basin. It’s hewn from a solid block of marble and merges traditional technique with modern form.” FACT F  Interior design SCOTT WESTON ARCHITECTURE DESIGN Builder Van Haren & Co. Joinery Vantage Joinery. Wall finish ‘Arc’…

DESIGNER Greg Natale of Greg Natale Design: “I wanted the bathroom of this sprawling country house to reflect its dual aesthetics of industrial rustic and glamour. The aged brass towel rails, undermounted sinks and butcher’s tiles on the wall all speak of farmhouse style, while features such as the Turkish-style terrazzo tiles and ottoman bring a more dressed edge. And the mirrors with leather straps, antique horse statue and harness add considered, witty touches that create a theme throughout the house, celebrating its role as part of a working horse stud.” What luxury item did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The beautiful Turkish floor tiles with their gradings of black, grey and white. They lend a stunning punch to the room, while making it look luxe and…

THE GOLD COAST’S GLAMOROUS MAGIC MILLIONS FESTIVAL kicked off 2015. Australia’s racing bluebloods, including Gerry Harvey and Katie Page, hosted real royalty with the Queen’s granddaughter and Olympic equestrian, Zara Phillips, appearing as special guest and ambassador for the extravaganza. A champion of emerging and contemporary art, Sydney gallery Sullivan+Strumpf marked its 10-year anniversary with an elegant lunch for friends, including its stable of artists, clients and staff . Perth-based Ultimo Interiors, a leading purveyor of European furniture, hosted ‘14 Event’, a party to celebrate its refurbished showroom and the arrival of its new Italian collections, including an exclusive range from Cattelan Italia. Back in Sydney, a bevy of gorgeous guests welcomed the Veuve Clicquot Airstream to the Opera House to dispense sparkling refreshments for the final leg of Sydney’s…

WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO BALI? Magali (left): I came here on holiday in 1999 when I was a fashion student in Paris to help friends with design work. Matt (below left): When I came here, I was mostly doing fashion photography (when I wasn’t surfing) – including a shoot for Magali’s look-book. We met at former expat institution the Corner Store cafe, which we ended up taking over a few years ago. WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN BALI? Magali: I’m a fashion designer and owner of the brand, Magali Pascal. I just opened my third store [1], a Parisianinspired space with glossy black art-deco facade, soaring skylight and herringbone floor. Matt: Photography, plus I own From, a fashion label, and am launching a sunglasses line. Magali and I own Corner…

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1 KATE AND NAOMI, partygirls extraordinaire and postergirls for 90s fashion, feature in Fashion in the 1990s, one of the films in the Fashion on Film season line-up. February 21-March 8. acmi.net.au 2 HAIR OF THE DOG Longview’s award-winning Whippet Sauvignon Blanc 2014 is much like its canine namesake – smooth, lean and well-bred. longviewvineyard.com 3 PAY THE FERRYMAN Lucy Marczyk and the team from Nexus Designs have given Port Phillip Bay’s MV Sorrento ferry a glamorous facelift. nexusdesigns.com.au 4 WRITE LIKE A LEGEND Putting pen to paper – even signing the dinner bill – has added gravitas with writing tools from Montblanc’s Great Characters series: the ‘John F. Kennedy Special and Limited Edition’ ball point pens. montblanc.com 5 MOODY BLUES Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy have got the blues…

Kaleidoscope is a major solo show for Tracey Moffatt, pairing works on paper, such as Pioneer Dreaming (above), with the talk show-inspired video piece, Art Calls. Until April 15. pica.org.au MELBOURNE NEON LIGHTS UP To coincide with the opening of a second exhibition space, Neon Parc has assembled its first survey of works by Dale Frank, one of Australia’s foremost contemporary artists and the latest addition to the gallery’s stable. Spanning three decades of practice and encompassing the varied media for which he is known, the featured works include Saddam Saddam, He’s my Man (If He Can’t Do It, Nobody Can) from 1991 (above). March 20 –May 16. neonparc.com.au SYDNEY SHUTTER SPEED Fabian Muir’s arresting Blue Burqa in a Sunburnt Country (above) pits the much-discussed garb against classic Australian landscapes,…

MARCH 26 QUEENSTOWN IN SYDNEY BELLE AND DESTINATION QUEENSTOWN invite you to an exclusive Reader Art Dinner, showcasing the food, wine and stunning imagery of New Zealand’s Queenstown. The dinner will be hosted by internationally acclaimed Michelin star chef Josh Emett and Belle’s art expert Michael Reid. Josh’s passion for the food and wine of his beloved Central Otago region, and his award-winning Queenstown restaurant, Rata, will be reflected in the menu, teamed with well-chosen Amisfield wines. Food and wine will be supported by an exhibition of the work of New Zealand photographer Derek Henderson, whose camera has captured the beauty of urban street life and extraordinary landscapes. HURRY, BOOK NOW! MARCH 27 ART MONTH COLLECTORS’ DINNER BELLE AND ART MONTH present an evening of art, fine food, wine and…

SYDNEY BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Living Edge’s flagship showroom has debuted in The Woolstores, a design precinct newly opened in Alexandria, Sydney. The 1900/sqm space will showcase its premium brands, with residential and contract offerings under one roof. livingedge.com.au A TASTE OF HONEY CELEBRATED CALIFORNIAN INTERIOR DESIGNER TAMARA KAYE-HONEY HAS OPENED A SECOND STORE IN MONTECITO, SANTA BARBARA. HOUSE OF HONEY (RIGHT) ARTFULLY MIXES THE OLD AND THE NEW. ITS CAREFULLY CURATED SELECTION OF GOODS INCLUDES BESPOKE FURNISHINGS, TABLEWARE, LIGHTING AND OBJECTS, BLENDING THE VINTAGE AND THE CONTEMPORARY. HOUSEOFHONEY.COM MELBOURNE MAGNIFICO! Spanish retail chain Zara Home has arrived in Australia. The outpost in Melbourne’s Highpoint Shopping Centre in Maribyrnong (above right) offers table and bath linens, furniture, bedding and tableware (above left). Like the fashion house, Zara Home will present two seasonal…

Coastal cool meets city smart in this home on Sydney’s North Shore – while it’s relaxed and laidback, good style never puts its feet up. Nestled among gum trees and just a stone’s throw from sand and sea water, this sanctuary still remains firmly connected to the city. While renting nearby for a couple of years, the owners had fixed their sights on this winding street overlooking the harbour. A hidden enclave few Sydneysiders know about, “It’s the only place I wanted to be,” says the owner, who lives in this four-bedroom house with her husband and their two teenagers. “You have access to the beach and it’s an oasis, yet you are so close to city amenities.” The family waited for 18 months until they found this property at…

An exotic Marrakesh-style portico with arched openings, woven floor cushions, a grand entrance door in recycled oak that opens into a three-storey void under an oval skylight – you sense straight away that this four-level home in Sydney’s eastern suburbs is no ordinary house. “I love creating drama in life that flows through my interiors,” says owner Lisa Rothner, a self-proclaimed “barefoot bohemian”, who lives here with husband Michael and their three daughters. That’s an apt label for Lisa, born and raised in the Bahamas – her father was a musician in London and then ran casinos in the Caribbean. Bareback horse riding along the beach in the Bahamas, street carnivals and mixing with entertainment icons were the norm. But, when she was eight, her parents, seeking a more grounded…

Jonathan Adler knows a thing or two about the power of Palm Beach. The potter, designer, author and promoter of good vibes has a house in this slice of East Florida, and pops down from New York when he feels the pull of year-round sunshine. “When I leave the cold and dreary city and arrive in Palm Beach, I feel reborn,” he says. “There’s nowhere else in the world that combines glamour, fantasy, luxury and fun like Palm Beach does. And can we talk about the outrageous clothing and furnishings? I can’t get enough. It makes me feel like anything is possible.” It was exactly that mood Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa in Manalapan wanted for its guest rooms, so they hired Jonathan to transform all 309 of them.…

A SHORT STAY with SHARYN CAIRNS { photographer } Favourite travel experiences? Being on safari in Africa, photographing the remote villages of Papua New Guinea and parasailing over the Sea of Cortez. Top holiday tipple? Gin and tonic. Hottest hotel? Segera Retreat in Kenya. Most cherished souvenir? A beautiful handcrafted ceramic vessel from Astier de Villatte in Paris. Travel essentials? Runners and a camera (or two). Your photographic aesthetic? I like to create emotive images with depth through shadows and moody tones. Do your travels influence your work? They are a huge source of inspiration for me. You can take so much – the landscape, the textures, the people you meet and their lifestyle. A new environment always awakens the creative senses. Ultimate travel escape? Anywhere I haven’t been before…

Fine Lines A trend that's taking off right now, Fine Lines is defined by beautifully delicate design expressed through revolutionary craftsmanship. Impossibly thin yet Incredibly strong. It delivers a seamless aesthetic underpinned by precise engineering. It's all about the rejection of ornamentation, bulk and fuss. This look is Innovative, honest and pure. To see more emerging trends visit www.reece.com.au/trends Expression through cutting edge design. Innovative. Honest. Pure.…

DESIGNERS Melanie Beynon and Megan Hounslow of Meme: “This bathroom aims to highlight an elegant arched window and the natural light it brings into the room. The space is kept quiet and soothing through the use of restrained materials. The floors are slabs of ‘Jaipur’ stone, soft to the eye and silky underfoot, while the backdrop of Sicilian handcrafted clay tiles brings a human touch and character to the room.” What luxury item did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The arched window uses switchable ‘iGlass’, which can be transformed from opaque to clear. The architectural lines remain unobstructed by using a sophisticated integrated electronic blind.” FACT FILE Interior design MEME Joinery Padbury Woods. Vanity ‘Jaipur’ in Thyme from Stone Italiana. Sicilian clay hexagon tiles from Signorino. Basin…

DESIGNER Travis Walton of Travis Walton Architecture: “The bathroom employs the use of floor-to-ceiling natural limestone with complementing bath surround in Italian ‘Calacatta Moonlight’ marble. This soft and luxurious palette is naturally lit through the full-width glazed ceiling and is contrasted by the black metal tapware.” What luxury item did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The Vola black metal tapware – modern design coupled with superior quality.” FACT FILE Interior design TRAVIS WALTON ARCHITECTURE Builder Centro. Wall finish/flooring ‘Grey Tundra’ limestone from Signorino. Bath Mizu ‘Deep Soaker’ bath in White from Reece. Basin Catalano ‘Zero 50’ wall-hung basin in White by Rogerseller. Tapware Vola wall-mounted bath set in Matt Black from De De Ce. Showerhead Sussex ‘Pol’ polished chrome rail shower from Reece. Towel rail Hydrotherm ‘Milan’…

DESIGNERS Amelia Holliday and Isabelle Toland of Aileen Sage Architects: “As the main family bathroom for the house it was important the space could be used by more than one person but still provide screening. This is why the bathroom was divided into two zones, following a Japanese model. High-level glazing and a large expanse of mirrors provide privacy from adjoining dwellings while maximising opportunities for plenty of natural light and framed views of an adjacent flowering gum.”What luxury items did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The aged brass fittings and a deep Kaldewei 1800mm long bath, plus the large area of high-level glazing.” FACT FILE Interior design AILEEN SAGE ARCHITECTS Builder/joinery Lochbuild. Splashback/wall finish/flooring Japanese ceramic mosaics from Academy Tiles. Bath Kaldewei ‘Classic Duo’ bath from…

ALANA LANDSBERRY Alana photographed Sydney architect Virginia Kerridge (p64), as well as stylist and retailer, Belinda Cendron (p98). How would you describe your aesthetic as a photographer? “I love character, layers and texture. Portraits are my favourite medium – they can be dark and moody, or glossy and bright.” Who have been some of your enduring creative in_uences? “My dad, my husband and fellow photographers.” What have been some of your favourite career experiences? “Photographing Kevin Rudd at The Lodge, Quentin Bryce at Admiralty House, Gina Rinehart at Roy Hill, Jean Pratt at Raheen and Peter Harvey at the Nine Network.” Where is home for you? “Northwood, in a renovated 1950s cliffside bungalow.” What are some of your favourite local haunts? “Wendy Whiteley’s garden (North Sydney), Sprout Wholefood Cafe &…

1_ROCK IT Sebastian Herkner is known for combining new technologies with traditional craftsmanship. His ‘Collar’ lighting for Gubi and ‘Unam’ rocker for Very Wood (pictured) are fine examples. cultdesign.com.au 2_ON A HIGH Intueri Light’s ‘Bullarum’ suspension lamp focuses on traditional methods, as opposed to mass production. intuerilight.com 3_TWIN TOWERS &tradition’s ‘True Colours’ vases juxtapose polished and oxidised patinas of the same metal. greatdanefurniture.com 4_DEMO TAKE Raúl de la Cerda’s ‘Dividings’ storage unit was inspired by a demolition site where a remaining footprint revealed what once was the internal structure. anthe.com.mx 5_TRI STATE Inspired by art nouveau and art deco, Davide G. Aquini’s statuesque ‘Novecento’ LED table lamp combines a thick marble disc that rests on a symbolic triangular, brass structure. ad-g.it 6_HELLO HANDSOME ‘Harold’ is a solid hardwood desk designed…

Beautiful and unique home wares for all occasions and seasons. De light your guests with original and exclusive tableware from Domayne. Shop in store or shop online at www.domayne.com.au Create the HOME YOU LOVE in store & online at DOMAYNE.COM.AU For a sophisticated setting, contrast deep, dark inky shades of indigo and gloss black with stark white and patterned silver. Shop in store or shop online at www.domayne.com.au While soft pastel shades and polka-dot prints add an air of fun and frivolity, brass, copper and gold finishes add a stylish touch. Shop in store or shop online at www.domayne.com.au Set a casual table with natural textures, tribal-inspired designs and earthy tones and give it a lift with hits of azure and mint green. Shop in store or shop online at…

WHEN PHILIP FIMMANO SPEAKS, the audience hangs on every word. When world events seem so random, his predictions of future design trends give us something to look forward to, and this is why, at a recent talk at Sydney Design School, students and design heavies stared in awe at his images of stylised models and objects. The fascination was bearing witness to the designs, shapes, textures and colours that will surround us in the years ahead, based on our growing desire to nest and emotionally insulate our built environments. In this new world, we see the bedroom emerge as hub of the home, artisan-made floorboards that are more fluid than straight, and shadow become as important as lights. Crucially, materials will eclipse form and cuteness will make a comeback. Adelaide-born…

When Mirvac asked award-winning designer Greg Natale to turn his refined eye to conceive the interiors for this exclusive three-bedroom apartment in the Pier at Waterfront apartments on the Brisbane river, it was an opportunity too good to miss. An impressive example of visionary urban design, Pier at Waterfront is the first stage of a development of sleek apartments set on extensive lush parklands, just a short drive from the Brisbane CBD and set amongst some of the most popular and upmarket shops and restaurants of nearby Newstead. “What better inspiration can you have than a beautifully designed apartment and a water setting?” says Greg. “For this apartment, I selected tones that harmonise with the apartment design and river surroundings. “I’ve chosen a scheme of navy and silver to tie…

RAF SIMONS FOR KVADRAT As Christian Dior creative director, Simons’ first venture with fabric house Kvadrat is as refined as you’d expect. Tweeds, thick cottons and mohair, in colours from sombre to playful, mirror his SS/15 menswear collection where tailored jackets met woollen singlets. kvadratmaharam.com CHRISTIAN LACROIX Designers Guild CHRISTIAN LACROIX FOR DESIGNERS GUILD Barcelona-based fashion house Desigual, with which Christian Lacroix has collaborated since 2011, showcases looks bursting with colour, as do the fashion house’s collections for Designers Guild. The most recent collection features prints and colours evoking a South American mood. Desigual’s SS/15 show was visibly inspired by nature. radfordfurnishings.com MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Osborne & Little MATTHEW WILLIAMSON FOR OSBORNE & LITTLE In his most recent collection for Osborne & Little, ‘Samana Fabrics’, Williamson revisited his trademark themes. Patterns…

“It is such a solid house with great qualities that it was never going to be a quick solution to bring it up to modern standards.” Brisbane’s dominant architectural vernacular comprises timber and tin, the city’s hillsides filled with picturesque Queenslanders poised above the ground on stumps. Anything different stands out, which is why this solid masonry, 1929 art-deco home captured the imagination of its owners, Melissa and Michael Josephson, when they first ventured up its overgrown, gravel driveway in 2002. But then the two-storey house in Brisbane’s inner-northern suburbs was sold to someone else, and it was another two years before the Josephsons became its fourth owners. The south-facing house stands on top of a hill, on a huge battleaxe block. In 1930, it won for its architects, Chambers…

His work can be found in important collections from Canberra to Vienna yet acclaimed artist Gregory Pryor, the first person to be awarded the prestigious City of Perth Artwork Commission, is understated and unassuming. Much of his work derives from a passion for botany, topography, the environment – and geographical isolation – all of which were apparent at an exhibition of his work at Lister Gallery late last year. The large-scale mural that Gregory painted over a weekend especially for Belle’s Reader Art Dinner was a massive contrast to the delicate and detailed smaller works on display. His fascination with Australian flora was influenced by his move to Western Australia from Victoria. “When I first ventured into the bush on the outskirts of Perth in spring 2002, I was overwhelmed…

The cluster of skyscrapers in Frankfurt’s financial district gives the city one of the most unique skylines in continental Europe. The metropolis on the River Main has just gained another landmark: the new European Central Bank headquarters, an impressive tower of some 200 metres rises up above the one-time wholesale market in Ostend. Martin Elsaesser’s vast 1928 market hall, a paragon of expressionist architecture, was rescued from abandonment and integrated into the new building by Austrian architects Coop Himmelb(l)au. The ensemble has given the entire district a shot in the arm. The former industrial zone in Frankfurt’s erstwhile ‘East End’ (Ostend) is enjoying a veritable facelift, prime examples being the new bridge over the Main, an urban gardening project on the nearby Danziger Platz, restaurants such as the Oosten in…

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DESIGNER Chris McCue, director of architecture, Carr Design Group: “Subtle, yet sophisticated, the kitchen is strategically placed in the heart of this Victorian home. A deliberately restrained colour palette allows the clients’ collection of art and artefacts to take centre stage. The freestanding island bench features a slab of white marble, which contrasts with the textured timber joinery. Concealed within the kitchen joinery is a laundry, study nook and pantry.” What luxury items did you choose regardless of budget? “Aesthetically, marble is a classic material, but here it has been applied in a contemporary way. It is an edgy, crisp contrast to the warm timber joinery and a sophisticated focal point to what is the heart of the home.” “A deliberately restrained colour palette allows the clients’ art and artefacts…

DESIGNER Fiona Lynch: “The approach with this family bathroom was to create a light, modern space. The freestanding vanity bench with timber dowel leg detail and mesh drawer fronts is subtle, but textural. The mirror is softened with a curve at the top, a metal-edge detail and a folded integrated shelf. Neutral tiling sits neatly as a light backdrop.” What luxury item did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The custom mirror with metal trim and ledge.” FACT FILE Interior design FIONA LYNCH Joinery Perforated metal mesh vanity drawer fronts from Sefar, with pinewood vanity legs from Eco Timber. Joinery by Period Extensions & Design. Benchtop Corian in Glacier White from CASF. Splashback/wall finish/shelf Dulux ‘Stone Grey’. Bath ‘Solo’ Oval Lucite acrylic from Rogerseller. Basin ‘C3 CX70’ benchmount…

DESIGNER Ben Robertson of Mim Design: “Our approach to the bathroom design incorporated a high-contrast palette of matt-black porcelain tiling, crisp white walls and dark timber lookalike panelling that gives way to soft, hand-turned timber pendants and blackened brass accents. The strong, sculptural form of the white pedestal basin adds freshness to the warm concrete greys and matt-black brick tiles. Overall, the bathroom is urban, yet polished, and still warm and homely – a culmination of quality, design and local sensibility.” What luxury item did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “The custom-designed pendant lights add warmth and texture to an otherwise sleek and monochromatic bathroom design. Each pendant acts as a unique and contrasting element of interest.” FACT FILE Interior design MIM DESIGN Joinery Cabinet with two-pack…

DESIGNER Briony Fitzgerald of Briony Fitzgerald Design: “This space was a concrete shell in need of warming up. We used a mixture of stone and concrete mosaics that sat beautifully with the concrete shell, mixed with a travertine-clad vanity and aged brass accents.” What luxury items did you choose for this bathroom regardless of budget? “Everything we design is bespoke and the finishes and products are all luxuries, but the coral from Parterre and the Bemboka towels are particularly luxurious decorations to accessorise and finish the space.” FACT FILE Interior Design BRIONY FITZGERALD DESIGN Builder Greg Williamson. Joinery Carve Interiors. Wall finish/splashback/flooring ’Pearl Lustre’ mosaic tiles from Bisanna Tiles. Bath Kaldewei ‘Conoduo’ bath from Candana. Basins Duravit ‘Vero’ undercounter basins from Candana. Tapware Vola ‘122’ wall-mounted basin set and ‘2112’…

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