Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue #12.6 i Grand Designs Australia

01/ Lifesize Plans Showroom Lifesize Plans, the Australian owners of the world's first patented realscale walk-through technology, is helping reduce renovation regret for Australians planning a new home build or renovation. The company's real-scale project walk-through experience gives homeowners the opportunity to refine their dream designs with their architect or builder and gain a better understanding of their new home. The Lifesize Plans Sydney flagship showroom is complemented by sites in Brisbane and Perth, as well as the first international franchise in southern France. lifesizeplans.com 02/ Soundlina™ Acoustic Wallpaper Soundlina™, the world's first perforated architectural wallpaper with high acoustic performance, provides exceptional noise reduction and reverberation control. Manufactured in Australia, Soundlina™ blends a natural woodgrain aesthetic with exceptional 0.85 NRC acoustic performance. The low-VOC acoustic wallpaper is Global GreenTag certified…

01 CARLTON Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano in 1981, the iconic Carlton is a bookcase, a chest of drawers and a space divider. Made from timber and covered in decorative laminate, it's as colourful as a rainbow and as functional as they come. With a vaguely anthropomorphic design, Carlton revolutionises the functionalist logic of living space and represents the programmatic intentions of Memphis Milano: the desire to break the rules of good design with an irreverent, unorthodox and conscious spirit. livingedge.com.au 02 CLOUD The Cloud bookshelf by Ronan & Bouroullec for Cappellini is an extravagant furnishing element defined by its unforgettable design. Made with rotational moulding technology in white polyethylene, Cloud is a two-sided bookshelf that adds lightness to any room, forming a configuration that can be personalised by the…

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From construction to concrete couture − Ollie Stephens’ journey In the realm of concrete craftsmanship, Ollie Stephens stands out as a visionary, transforming the mundane into the extraordinary with his venture, Hungry Wolf Studio. This Melbourne-born maestro has carved a unique niche for himself, transitioning from a successful career in construction to becoming a luminary in the world of architectural concrete. Ollie's story began at the age of 18 when he entered the construction industry, later moving on to managing large-scale commercial sites in Melbourne. For years, he poured his expertise into high-end residential and commercial projects, overseeing the creation of thousands of square metres of concrete. However, an “uh-huh” moment struck him, igniting a desire to unleash his creative side within the realm of concrete. Hungry Wolf Studio emerged…

DETAILS HOUSE Ritual Union LOCATION Vic INITIAL BUDGET $125,000 FINAL COST $137,000 DATE COMMENCED July 2022 DATE COMPLETED September 2022 This handsome bathroom comes complete with bespoke crafted basins, a sublime skylight and intricate detailing. It really is in a class of its own. The owners had resided in their home for 30 years, during which time the remaining interior spaces had been renovated. It was time to turn their attention to the bathroom. “With a strong passion for design, we wanted to include bespoke fittings and fixtures complemented by a palette of bold colour and texture,” noted homeowners Mark and Mike. With Alisha McGilp, principal interior designer at Studio McGilp at the helm, the renovation process began. Alisha describes it as a “radical bathroom transformation. This is a private…

the homeowners’ brief for their ensuite bathroom renovation was simple: a bathroom retreat that exudes serenity. The talented team at Home by Belle met the brief to a tee through a clever interplay between soft neutral tones and textures. Industrie Tapware was brought in to source the perfect tiles for this project and add touches of warmth through fixtures and fittings. Industrie Tapware's Coyote Grey kit kat tiles were chosen for the room's feature wall, which beautifully complements the gentle light filtering in through the skylight above, creating a captivating play of shadows and highlights. Offering a contrast in the space, a Bondi wall mixer set with Art round basin in high-gloss white sits atop a custom vanity. In the shower, Industrie Tapware's Daintree raw brass shower mixer and set…

WE LOVE THE USE OF TIMBER ON THE WORK END OF THE BENCH VERSUS STONE ON THE OTHER END this kitchen was designed as part of a renovation. The new design combined the dark-timber chopping block and chairs with the soft timber floors and the white cabinetry to create a harmonious yet striking appearance. The natural light that pours in from the large windows in the living area, combined with the kitchen skylight, allows the materials to really shine. An LED strip light rebated into the underside of the upper cabinets allows extra benchtop light. The space is ergonomic with separate cooking, preparation and washing zones, minimising the traffic throughout the space. The fronts have been custommade to have 20mm stiles and rails instead of the standard 70mm, while the…

beautifully designed interiors are to be celebrated. There will always be styles that will endure, classic traditional looks that exude quality and grandeur, some opulent, others offering a minimalist pared-back nuance. Some borrow cues from mid-century modern, Hamptons, contemporary or coastal styles. Within the realm of design, that is ever evolving; there are always new innovations and fresh ideas. YOUR SPACES REDEFINED There's plenty in store this year with captivating looks and designs that are bold and inspired. Eloise Sim from Cosh Living says in 2024 there's a resurgence of diverse styles. “People are yearning for sophisticated spaces but with a preference for a laid-back atmosphere,” she notes. “I think we will see more creative takes on classic styles, with a leaning towards the timeless grace of European-inspired design.” Eloise…

FEATURE HOUSE OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2024 SHOWCASE SHORTLIST: LARGE NEW HOME ANDERSON ROAD RESIDENCE Location Hawthorn, Vic Architecture B.E. Architecture Photography Victor Vieaux Website bearchitecture.com SHOWCASE SHORTLIST: LARGE NEW HOME AB HOUSE Location Barwon Heads, Vic Architecture Office MI-JI Construction David Webb Building Solutions Photography Ben Hosking Websites mi-ji.com.au; dwbuilds.com.au SHOWCASE SHORTLIST: LARGE RENOVATION RAHEEN Location Kew, Vic Architecture C. Kairouz Architects Photography Emily Bartlett Website ckarchitects.com.au SHOWCASE SHORTLIST: SMALL NEW HOME JAN JUC STUDIO Location Jan Juc, Vic Architecture Eldridge Anderson Architects Photography Ben Hosking Website eldridgeanderson.com.au SHOWCASE SHORTLIST: SMALL NEW HOME MOSSY POINT HOUSE Location Mossy Point, NSW Architecture Edition Office Construction Smith and Primmer Photography Rory Gardiner Websites edition-office.com; smithandprimmer.com SHOWCASE SHORTLIST: SMALL RENOVATION POP TOP Location New Town, Tas Architecture Licht Architecture Construction Soda Projects…

SPECIAL FEATURE LIGHTING lighting is all about practicality and functionality. It needs to illuminate what you need to see. But new-look lighting is captivating the attention of the design world, and these days it's delivering so much more. UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF LIGHTING There are four different types of illumination that can work to layer lighting in a space. When combined together, this can address form, function and aesthetics. Gino Premici from The Montauk Lighting Co says ambient, task, accent and decorative lighting play an integral part in creating a rich, layered and flexible lighting solution. “Lighting can add significant benefits to creating multi-purpose zones in a single room while giving you the flexibility to dial the light sources up or down when required,” he explains. Ambient lighting is…

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DETAILS HOUSE The Boatshed LOCATION Mullaloo, WA DATE COMMENCED 2021 DATE COMPLETED 2022 beauty is often found in simplicity. We need to look no further than nature to see that undeniable truth. This home offers a well-considered biophilic design approach — a very real connection to the outdoors. Janik Dalecki, from Dalecki Design, was part of the team that created the blueprint. “The ground floor was meticulously planned to encase and ‘hug’ the backyard and provides many moments of connection and direct access to the outdoors to encourage the use of the outdoor spaces as much as the indoor spaces,” he notes. Not only were mature trees retained onsite, they also became part of the overall design, creating leafy spaces to offer respite in Perth's steamy summers. It's also a…

PROJECT HURDLE HOUSE “THE AIM WAS TO SET THE WORKS INTO THE SURROUNDING NATURE, PROVIDE NATURAL LIGHT, HARNESS THE FANTASTIC VIEWS, AND PROVIDE A SOCIAL HEART TO THE HOUSE AND FOR THE FAMILY” — ADAM KNIBB DETAILS HOUSE Hurdle House LOCATION Alresford, Hampshire, UK arural abode that embodies its country locale in style, this warm, inviting home is tucked into picturesque farmland. Before the renovation, the existing dwelling was made up of a long barn, positioned lengthways down the site, with limited windows and connection to the garden and outdoor spaces. The homeowners wanted a contemporary addition to the house while still maintaining respect for the original barn. Adam Knibb, director of Adam Knibb Architects Ltd, says the inspiration for the design was all about maximising the views. “The aim…

the natural tones and textures that dominate this lovely kitchen were a very conscious choice by the room's designers. They were selected specifically to imbue the space with an earthy natural feel so that it fits in seamlessly with the nature reserves surrounding the property. The timber finishes and GT&B splashback tiles were married with the Corian benchtop to achieve this goal to a tee. Though the space was designed to withstand the test of time, little touches of modernity are sprinkled throughout. Our favourite? The concealed wireless phone charger, which is placed in the perfect spot for the owners to charge their tech as they prepare dinner. Though the kitchen is undeniably beautiful, at the very forefront from the get-go was functionality. The open layout was chosen to ensure…

Blending versatility, style and function, the Amantii Bespoke range of electric fireplaces is hot property. With a stateof-the-art remote, adjustable colour spectrum and Wi-Fi capabilities that allow users to control the fire from their smartphone, every Amantii Bespoke electric fireplace is as smart as it is stunning. Even while the heat is off, enjoy the brilliant flame of this superb range for ambience during every season. Equipped with a 50,000-hour LED light source, the Amantii will see you through plenty of seasons. Designed with front-flow heating and hidden venting to allow recessed or semi-flush mounting, these fireplaces are even approved for alfresco installations. Unencumbered by unsightly venting, the fireplaces boast a truly clean face display. Two quality audio speakers deliver a realistic fire crackling sound, while unrivalled life-like flames can…

PROJECT TEAM Landscape construction Landart Landscape Design & Construction With space at a premium, the owners of this home in the inner-Melbourne suburb of Ripponlea wanted to make the most of what they did have. This involved the total reinvention of their front garden to create a verdant and welcoming landscape, at the centre of which is a swimming pool and spa with curves in all the right places. “The owners wished for a completely new landscape with plenty of flowing curves and no straight lines. This was to be centred on a pool with an integrated spa that would be surrounded by an abundance of plants,” explains Simon Buchanan, director of Landart Landscape Design & Construction, who was tasked with giving form to a design devised by Kate Seddon…

01 & 02/ Erskineville House Architecture Lachlan Seegers Architect Photography Rory Gardiner Website lachlanseegers.com; nexaprojects.com.au 03/ House in the Dry Architecture MRTN Architects Photography Anthony Basheer Websites mrtn.com.au; wjbryaneng.com.au 04/ Mossy Point House Architecture Edition Office Photography Rory Gardiner Websites edition-office.com; smithandprimmer.com over a lifetime, the average person spends more than two years in the bathroom. My brother is a plumber and let me confirm it's a tough gig. It's just one of the trades required to build the smallest, often most expensive room in the house. An appreciation of what's involved in designing and building a bathroom, along with giving your team clear instructions, will streamline the process and save money. Designer bathrooms or areas for personal ablution is as ancient idea where the principles of harvesting and recycling…

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01 BANKSIA BAYSIDE TOWNHOUSES, MELBOURNE One of the principle aims of this design by Robert Harwood Architects was to raise people's expectations and broaden the possibilities of what townhouse living can be. The distinctive angled facade design provides individuality and interest to each home. Part of the townhouses’ architectural design solution was to introduce a fresh palette of materials that are practical, hard-wearing and aesthetically compatible with the surrounding Bayside context. The chosen palette was inspired by the blue/grey bushland and the adjacent grey and cream brick commercial building. Interior colour selection pays homage to the muted tones of the neighbourhood's mid-century modern homes, with an emphasis on dusky pinks, blues and white. harwoodarchitects.com 02 XAVIER, VICTORIA Located at the end of a dead-end street, Xavier breaks away from its neighbourhood…

elizabeth describes herself as curious, enthusiastic and energetic. With a passion for design and an innate need to create, her artistic journey was inevitable. Majoring in Visual Arts at ACU in Melbourne, Elizabeth then studied Fashion Design at RMIT. “My initial artistic career began with freelance costume and fashion design, alongside pattern making,” she says. A spontaneous compulsion to draw repeated mandala imagery began about six years ago and consisted of animals, architecture, nouveau and deco motifs, and more traditional-style mandalas. Elizabeth's definitive foray into fine arts occurred after entering an artwork into the Burrinja Climate Change Biennale, where she was a finalist. This inspiring artist draws her creative visions from all that she sees in the natural world. She is also influenced by Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods.…

GDT TV HOUSE MORNINGTON PENINSULA ECO RETREAT DETAILS HOUSE Mornington Peninsula Eco Retreat LOCATION Mornington Peninsula INITIAL BUDGET $650,000 FINAL COST $700,000 DATE COMMENCED April 2022 DATE COMPLETED March 2023 this high-performance eco-friendly house was constructed with passive house principles at its heart and sits within a beautiful native garden landscape. The project could serve as a blueprint for eco-friendly living, all achieved on a relatively modest budget by today's construction costs. Before this cosy dwelling was built, the block was a bushy 1000sqm parcel of land covered in moonah trees, weeds, and plant species that were not indigenous to the area. Homeowner and broadcast journalist Yvonne Yong says the inspiration for the project was to create a home with the smallest footprint possible — “all while using locally sourced,…

any good kitchen worth its salt is filled with practical storage. Peppered with abundant cupboards and drawers, this functional space designed by Premier Kitchens certainly adheres to the motto. The client requested a kitchen where everything had a designated spot to be put away, out of sight but close at hand. As well as overhead and base cabinets, a bank of fulllength, floor-to-ceiling cabinets rests on either side of the fridge. This wealth of storage allows even the heftiest of appliances, such as the microwave, to be kept under wraps. It also allows the homeowners to maintain clear, clutter-free countertops and a crisp, clean aesthetic. WE LOVE THE COMBINATION OF ARTIFICIAL AND NATURAL LIGHT PROVIDES THE KITCHEN WITH AMPLE ILLUMINATION In addition to her penchant for storage, the client loves…

imagine swimming in the combined lap and plunge pool that graces the upper level of this rear garden and then enjoying the shade of the poolside pavilion. Or how about sharing a meal with friends in the covered dining area with an outdoor kitchen that's just a step away? Constructed by Insight Landscapes, working to a design by Living Image Design, this multilevel slice of paradise in Sydney's south west has more than delivered on the homeowners’ request for a modern Balinese-style alfresco oasis. The scope of works was wide-ranging and included timberwork, paving, walling, concrete formwork and the installation of a palette of tropical-style plants to engender a resort feel. Ensuring the landscaping complemented the feature pool, built by Riviera Pools and now the hub of the family's outdoor…

as 2024 unfolds, the Australian construction industry stands at the forefront of a transformative era. With a unique blend of environmental awareness, technological innovation, and a distinct lifestyle ethos, Australia is paving the way for a year of significant and sustainable change in how we design, construct and inhabit spaces. This in-depth exploration provides a guide to the trends currently shaping the Australian building industry, offering insights for those navigating this dynamic landscape. The green revolution in Australian building Sustainability has become the cornerstone of construction in Australia as we enter 2024. The industry's commitment to reducing environmental impact is evident in the surge of eco-friendly materials being sourced locally, from recycled steel to sustainably harvested Australian timber. Energy efficiency is paramount, with designs incorporating advanced insulation techniques suited to…

A captivating collaboration between Rachcoff Vella Architects and Kett Furniture has resulted in this breathtaking home in Gruyere, Victoria, which stands at the pinnacle of a scenic hill in Victoria's Yarra Valley. “Our vision embodies a blueprint for celebrating a holistic approach to architectural design,” says Tony Vella, director at Rachcoff Vella Architects. “Gruyere farmhouse, affectionately known as ‘Hilltop Hood’, aspires to transcend the ordinary and exemplify this harmonious integration, showcasing what's possible when architecture embraces nature. Drawing inspiration from the surrounding landscape, the design emphasises a strong connection to the ubiquitous Yarra Ranges.” Connecting the interiors to nature was a key component of the brief. For this reason, the inclusion of Kett furniture was an obvious choice. Inspired by the Australian landscape and focusing on Australian craftsmanship, the Kett…

FEATURE HOUSE OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2024 CATEGORY WINNER: LARGE NEW HOME MUSIC BOX Location Vic Architecture Multiplicity Construction Frank Photography Trevor Mein Websites multiplicity.com.au; frank.net.au CATEGORY WINNER: LARGE RENOVATION FISHERMAN'S HOUSE Location Birchgrove, NSW Architecture and interior design Studio Prineas Photography Gavin Green Website studioprineas.com.au CATEGORY WINNER: LARGE RENOVATION MARY ST Location St Kilda West, Vic Architecture Edition Office Construction Format Group Photography Rory Gardiner Websites edition-office.com; formatgroup.com.au CATEGORY WINNER: SMALL NEW HOME SUNDAY Location Fitzroy, Vic Architecture Architecture architecture Construction Grenville Architectural Construction Photography Tom Ross Website architecturearchitecture.com.au; gaconstruct.com.au CATEGORY WINNER: SMALL RENOVATION A HOUSE FOR GRANDMA Location Upper North Shore, NSW Architecture and interior design Brcar Morony Architecture Construction Cubic Construction Management Photography Justin Alexander Websites brcarmorony.com; cubiccm.com CATEGORY WINNER: BEST INTERIOR AMARA Location Woollahra, NSW Architecture…