Innholdsfortegnelse for Vol.18 No.3 i Home Design

Established in 1996 by art school graduates Joanna Bibby and Harriet Maxwell Macdonald, Ochre combined the creative prowess of two young women that was soon to become three — enter Solenne de la Fouchardiere, the final piece of the puzzle. Employed by the company in 2000, Solenne studied at the Camberwell School of Art and the Wimbledon School of Art before passing her Baccalaureate in France (English degree). “I told my parents I wanted to do art, so they said, ‘Very well — but why don’t you learn English, so that if it all goes pear-shaped, at least you’ll be bilingual’.” Just one year after working with Joanna and Harriet, Solenne was asked to become a partner. “In the beginning, we used to split our activities, so I was doing…

The pool is a standout feature of the project, with a landscaped and manicured area containing a pathway of stepping stones leading directly to the pool Busy schedules mean sacrifice, typically in the form of the simple things like enjoying the sunlight, playing with the kids outside or simply breathing in some fresh air. Designing a home around the natural elements solves this dilemma, and is a clever way to utilise the outdoors and bring its essence inside the home. Aspect Designs created the concept of this Bella Vista, Sydney, home, which revolves around the idea of producing areas and levels that cater for informal and formal areas as well as indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces. “The brief was limited to accommodation requirements and to produce a lifestyle home centred…

With an old-world aura surrounding the residential area of Highgate, London, it was essential for interior designer Dorothee Junkin to preserve the roots of this typically British 1920s family home. It overlooks the freshwater Highgate Ponds and its serenity is magnified by 800 acres of the surrounding ancient Hampstead Heath space. Given a brief to embrace the tradition and character of the home while adding a quintessentially contemporary feel, Dorothee was faced with the challenge of converting the property while the family lived in the house. With just a few furniture staples to rely on, the client looked to their designer to bring much-needed practicality and style into the space. Although the home is full of vintage furniture pieces, modern amenities were added including audio and visual technologies that are…

It’s easy to go back to basics, but what happens when neutrals just don’t cut it for a family that likes the finer things in life? An interior overhaul of the family home, of course. Although many people dream of living in a French-style property with modern luxuries and monochromatic shades, having a personal stamp on your abode is crucial for making it just that — a home. Interior designer Massimo Speroni was brought in by this family of five to “inject colour, glamour and wow factor” into their Melbourne house to make it come to life. “Although the property had a grand and imposing street presence, the interiors were bland,” says Massimo. “They were frustrated and in need of direction.” When redesigning a home, a bond is established between…

“The house was extended to create more room for the new kitchen, in particular allowing for a butler’s pantry to be incorporated. More and more, we’re finding the butler’s pantry is becoming one of our most regular requests from clients. The other key consideration was for an open-plan design with enough room for casual seating and mingling, plus plenty of food preparation space. The bright, white design with shadowline handles, gloss cabinets and stone benchtops is seamless and minimalist, with the brushed aluminium kickboards giving a slightly industrial touch. The timber flooring adds warmth and works beautifully with the decking and timber-framed doors. A special feature is the glass window splashback, which brings the landscape inside on that wall of the kitchen, while the fold-away doors to the outdoor dining…

“Clients Paul and Gina were extending their home and Paul, an engineer, came up with the plans for the kitchen. However, it was thanks to a collaborative effort using my interior design background and Paul’s engineering that such an impressive result was achieved. They wanted the kitchen to be the main feature of the lower level of the home. The interior was developed along horizontal lines and the kitchen needed to accentuate that. Although the space is large and open plan, Paul and Gina wanted privacy as well. They came up with the idea of having the oven tower at the end of the island, creating a visual barrier between the living room and kitchen. When it came to colour, everything was measured on a tonal scale, taking inspiration from…

Latte poles are created from this hardwood, and provide a durable yet beautiful option for outdoor design. They boast a long, straight grain, light colour and resistance to weathering and mould Using wood as part of your outdoor design is nothing new. But coming up with a new take on timber is something special — especially when it includes the use of a wood which is protected in Australia. Harry Hopkins and Richard Lubner combined their expertise in landscape design and marketing to come up with the idea of latte poles. They’re crafted pieces of wood made from Australian Eucalyptus grandis. However, the wood’s not grown here, but in South Africa, where it’s known as latte. First introduced around 1885 with seeds sourced from New South Wales, Eucalyptus grandis (also…

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The Australian climate and lifestyle calls for bright, open-plan homes with large alfresco areas that make the most of the warm summer sun. For these particular homeowners, this was the dream — to create a light and spacious interior that flowed seamlessly between the indoors and out, suitable for entertaining and everyday family living. To help them achieve this dream, the homeowners called upon Starr Constructions, a New South Wales-based team known for its building experience and precision to detail. Beginning with a flat, vacant block of land, the opportunities were endless. As the home was for a young family with two children, the design needed to accommodate their evolving needs. The final design is open plan with rooms flowing freely from one to the next. The ground floor hosts…

For a Spanish family living in Paris, a quintessentially Parisian apartment formed the brief for their head designer Stephanie Coutas. Situated in the heart of Paris on the Avenue de New York, the space is full of the minimalist design aesthetic France is famed for, along with subtle tributes to the city the avenue is named after. Keep your eyes peeled for the ornamental apples representing the city that never sleeps. With views of the Seine and the Eiffel Tower, you’d be forgiven for never wanting to leave this three-bedroom apartment. Its superb quality is obvious — starting with the marble floor that begins at the front door and extends throughout the foyer. Lined with a black geometric pattern, the marble exudes glamour and a sense of richness, leading guests…

“This striking kitchen makes an immediate impact and a lasting impression. Using a simple palette of black and white, the space is in keeping with the owner’s concept of a one-of-a-kind modern design. The eye is immediately drawn to the unmistakably bold circular sculptural feature within the island bench. This white ring cuts through and wraps around the thick black island bench, epitomising the artistic ambience of the home. This circular movement is mirrored by the rangehood, while the sleek black-andwhite lines flow uninterrupted around the kitchen and into the adjacent dining area. Premium appliances and Blum accessories are integrated throughout the kitchen to create a high-tech, functional space in keeping with the owner’s cooking style without distracting from the aesthetic appeal. The result is a work of art in…

Embodying the purity and aesthetic of natural stone Dekton, the new ultra-compact surface by Cosentino will bring a sense of elegance to any home. Combining unique design patterns and magnificent veining, each surface stands out for its incomparable beauty and delicate harmony. Dekton can be applied to flooring, stairs, walls, ventilated façades, benchtops and work surfaces. With high resistance to UV rays, extreme temperatures and very low porosity, Dekton is perfect for a multitude of uses, indoor and out. With five more colours available, Dekton is a sophisticated blend of the raw materials used to produce the very latest in glass and porcelain as well as the highest-quality quartz work surfaces. These five extra colours — Aura, Edora, Irok, Kairos and Vegha — have been added to Dekton’s Natural collection.…

“A captivating combination of space, style and storage results in this sophisticated bathroom. The design embraces the style of the 1970s family home, evoking a sense of luxury and harmony through the use of quality products. Chosen for their unique beauty and natural resilience, the floor-to-ceiling Elba stone tiles create a perfect stage for the sleek bathroom fixtures. Contemporary tapware and shower fittings from Perrin & Rowe were selected for their integrity and durability. The juxtaposition of classic marble with contemporary fixtures creates timeless appeal. With the inclusion of a large double vanity, plenty of storage and natural light, this truly stylish bathroom offers everything a busy family could need.”…

The homeowner and architect of this project in Sydney’s Northbridge relished the idea of having complete freedom to design the family home and explore environmental design options. While she was careful to pay respect to the original 1940s-era brick bungalow house, her direction for the home design came from considering issues of privacy and environmental sustainability while also exploring the concept of the family home. In keeping with the sustainable design concept, as much of the original house as possible was saved. A bedroom, studio and bathroom were added upstairs, and the entire roof was replaced to unify the new with the old. The previous kitchen and laundry had been subject to alterations and additions over the years and were removed to make way for a new kitchen and open-plan…

Starting Recycled Interiors was the push Helen Edwards needed to enter the design realm. Having dabbled in creative fields her whole life, the budding designer finally succumbed to her passion by enrolling in the International School of Colour and Design. “I always wanted a creative career,” says Helen. “I adore colour, pattern, texture, and am very visually attuned. I have a deep passion for homes and interiors, and I believe a healthy, happy and beautiful home is vital to our wellbeing.” With the mantra of creating spaces that are sustainable and beneficial to the environment, Helen believes the way people interact within their spaces is the reward for helping clients to decorate their home. “When working with clients, my first priority is to work from their brief, but often people…

MOLTENI&C DADA AND ARMANI — SINGAPORE With a new inauguration in Singapore, the Molteni Group is taking another step towards solidifying its distribution network in the Far East — this time via a mono-brand store and a shop within a shop. The new store is the result of Gruppo Molteni’s cooperation with its local partner Macsk. The space — arranged over two floors and with a total surface area of 800m² — is located on the prestigious Mohamed Sultan Road. Inside, a global selection of furniture is showcased from the Molteni&C, Dada and Armani/Dada brands along with other top names in international design. The entire interior design range is represented to enable visitors to satisfy whatever home interior requirements they may have, from kitchens, dining rooms and living rooms to…

The homeowners bought the property, which was originally a run-down block that housed a dark and claustrophobic double-storey rental home, with the intention of knocking it down and rebuilding their dream home. After attending a dinner party at Lubelso’s Spring Road project, they fell in love with the company’s design aesthetic and knew it was the style they were looking for. The brief was to create an architecturally designed, contemporary home for a young growing family on a unique sloping block. “On the back of the success of the Spring Road home, our objective was to develop a similar family-friendly home that was more accessible to a larger client base. We developed a cost-efficient floor plan that reduced the purchase price by 20 per cent without compromising the luxurious feel,…

“We wanted it to feel like you had fallen down the rabbit hole and arrived at the Mad Hatter’s tea party. Hence, bright colours pop, the walls talk, light cables swing and life is overscaled and large” — Heidi Meyer Making the move to a holiday house isn’t a decision made lightly. But when you think about it, the choice has already been made — ocean views and salty fresh air trump a concrete jungle any day. For designer Heidi Meyer, her husband Kim and baby girl Chalcot, converting a rundown property into an Alice in Wonderland-esque space to call home was very much a whirlwind adventure. Situated in Mooloolaba, Queensland, UNITFIVE was the name bestowed upon the property by owner Heidi, who believed the space was “devoid of character…

MODERN There’s no doubt a modern kitchen is high on the wish list of homeowners, but what exactly constitutes modern? “Modern-style kitchens are characterised by having no detailing to the doors or benchtops, clean horizontal lines and minimal handles,” says Vagn Madsen, kitchen designer and director at Dan Kitchens Australia. “It’s a style that’s been with us for 15 years or longer if you count similar designs from the 1950s Modernism movement, and it continues to be very popular with clients.” Unlike past styles, Vagn predicts it’s here to stay, mostly because of its ability to adapt to changing tastes in materials, appliances and colours. And the popular Danish or Scandinavian style definitely lends itself to the modern kitchen. “Inherently practical, cleverly designed, well made, simple in form, neutral-toned and…