Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue#21.4 2018 i Home Design

Style with mixed textures in top-quality materials to create a luxurious yet laidback look that will never go out of fashion. Fiona Michelon Fiona is a Sydney-based interiors and product stylist. The Australian director at Press Loft, Fiona works closely with leading interiors brands…

ed’s fave THE LIVING ROOM FEATURE WALL Downsizing doesn’t always mean moving into a tiny home, as this spacious terrace house in Sydney’s eastern suburbs proves, featuring plenty of room to entertain and accommodate family. Home to a retired couple from Sydney’s north shore, this cosy, three-bedroom property boasts large open-plan spaces and a separate hidden studio. The move was prompted by the owners’ desire to be closer to their three adult children and although this meant a downsize, they still wanted their home to include generous entertaining areas and a swimming pool. To create this dream terrace, the couple hired LGDesign to oversee the construction, design and interior layout of the home. “When the couple bought the property, there was an existing DA approval for a new terrace-style house;…

THE LIGHT COLOUR SCHEME AND DARK TIMBER FLOORS PROVIDE THE ILLUSION OF SPACE, WHILE THE WARM RED TONES AND SYMMETRICAL WALL SCONCES GIVE IT A COSY FEEL This quaint English mews home has quite a curious past. Often found in London’s quiet cobbled streets and originally used to stable horses, mews were traditionally left hidden behind fashionable townhouses during the 17th and 18th centuries. Not anymore, though “Mews are pretty peaceful and uniquely British and, because of where they are located, they offer a real sense of community, too,” says Nicky Dobree of Nicky Dobree Interior Design, who was hired for the conversion. “Today, they have been developed into some of London’s prime property, making them a perfect home or pied-à-terre.” This former one-bedroom property was skillfully converted into a…

The stunning kitchens and bathrooms that make their way into the KBDi Designer Awards program are always head-turners. This year’s entries gave us good reason to look up, with some eye-catching ceiling treatments. 1/ Tasmanian designer Lydia Maskiell added some almost-black magic to this elegant bathroom. In a dynamic contrast to the glossy white wall tiles, the ceilings are finished in low-sheen Dulux Oolong. Tasteful grey-toned floor tiles create a happy medium between the stark black and white, balancing the room beautifully. 2/ A delicately detailed pressed-metal ceiling adds another level of interest to this eclectic kitchen by Adelaide designer Mike Schirmer (Goolwa Kitchens). Framed with matt black exposed-steel beams, the ceiling is an artwork in itself, set amid a gallery of striking patterns and textures. 3/ The balmy blonde…

The English Tapware Company was established with a love of beautifully crafted kitchen and bathroom fittings. All products sold by this boutique company come from an authentic design source and are manufactured in the country of origin. Managing director, Stephan Marshall, is committed to providing Australian designers and homeowners with trusted world-renowned brands that have provenance. A perfect example is Perrin & Rowe, which employs its own designers and manufactures its taps, showers and bathroomware in designated factories throughout England, with control over the process from start to finish. Beautifully proportioned designs and a combination of exquisite craftsmanship and 21st-century technology have made Perrin & Rowe renowned the world over. Likewise, Armac Martin and Frank Allart are companies with a history of producing coveted artisan cabinet and door hardware, while…

Designed by Workroom, this grand, topfloor studio apartment is a pinnacle in contemporary architecture. Drawing inspiration from industrial design trends, this open plan interior embodies a serenity that flows throughout the entire space. The focal point of this award-winning architecture is Neolith Beton, which synergises the design elements together. Exclusively available from CDK Stone, Neolith Beton creates a sense of natural tranquillity to every design. With rich grey tones, this spectacular sintered stone is the next revolution in industrial design trends. The light grey background is highlighted with raw, unaltered shadows. Drawing inspiration from an ageless material — concrete, Neolith Beton tells a story of time. Fast becoming the most versatile Neolith, Beton is ideal for use as wall cladding, flooring, benchtops, vanities and more. With more than 20 years’…

WHY INSTALL A HOME ELEVATOR? Without a doubt, a home elevator could be considered a bit of a luxury. Installing a home elevator has many benefits — it makes life at home easier, smoother and downright functional. A home elevator gives homeowners options. And long-term ones at that. First and foremost, a home elevator offers mobility around the home that could benefit many different household members. These homeowners might be families with young children who find tackling stairs tricky with prams and little ones, or elderly homeowners who find access via the stairs is no longer possible. It’s very appealing to know that as we get older, leaving a beloved family home might not have to happen. A home elevator ensures that a home is kept in the family for…

What matters to you in terms of style, connectivity, privacy and individuality? When you think about it, window coverings have a big job to do — they invite in light, keep out winter chills and provide privacy. And that’s just the beginning … Window coverings also add texture and style and highlight views beyond the home’s interior. They can also make a beautiful design statement in a room. Window coverings, both indoors and out, do far more than make a style statement; they can add colour and warm or cool accents to the colour palette of a room or outdoor entertaining space. There are myriad choices when it comes to selecting window coverings. For inside, there are Roman blinds, roller blinds, vertical blinds, venetians and plantation shutters. Outdoors, there are…

Tai Schaffler’s heart has always been firmly rooted in the countryside. However, this New Zealander’s achievements and aspirations are very much big city. Based in south-east Queensland in the beautiful valley of Tallebudgera, Tai operates her international homewares brand, Bandhini, in a setting that could only be described as idyllic. Tai’s passion for good design that is also ethically and ecologically responsible can be attributed to decades of travel and living in countries where a healthy environment dictates wellbeing. When Tai and Andrew Zdanowicz — her equally talented designer partner — first came across their hinterland property, a certain tree caught Tai’s eye. Fondly named Ralph, this beautiful 240-year-old western red cedar ironically survived due to asymmetry. Historically, the stunning native cedar trees were decimated on Australia’s east coast in…

2018 DULUX COLOUR AWARDS The winners of the 2018 Dulux Colour Awards have been announced. This prestigious industry awards program recognises the most creative and considered use of colour in nine project categories. The Fitzroy Crossing Renal Hostel by architecture firm Iredale Pedersen Hook was awarded the Grand Prix title. We guarantee each 2018 category winner will inspire you to get creative with your painting. PENDE TABLE IS A WINNER The team at PodMarket have proven their strength as designers yet again, picking up silver in the Italian A’Design Award & Competition for their patent-pending Pende table. Straddling between innovative energy-saving building systems (under the banner of Superpod) and cutting-edge furniture designs, the designers at PodMarket are showcasing their ability to come up with new ideas and produce them as…

Emily Wills wears many hats. She’s a fashion designer, illustrator, curator, arts educator and printed textile designer. She’s also the founder and director of SURFACE 1°22, a creative enterprise that has a proverbial finger in many pies. From their studio in Melbourne’s south-east, the team creates pattern designs for leading fashion and homeware brands. SURFACE 1°22 also designs and sells its own products — which can be anything from cards to upholstered retro ’70s chairs. Everything the SURFACE 1°22 team does is high energy and their designs are instantly recognisable by their bold colouring, graphic prints and geometric patterns. “Being a texta-loving kid from the ’80s, my favourite mediums are Sharpie and Copic markers,” Emily says. “So my design style ends up looking quite raw, scratchy and textured,” she adds.…

Lucy Fenton says she did not choose a career path; rather, her career path found her. After backpacking around the globe, the desire to open a shop began to niggle at her, which led to the creation of fenton&fenton. “The idea of fenton&fenton was born over a beer while travelling around India,” recalls Lucy. “I have always had a passion for exploring exotic destinations, and I was constantly finding amazing pieces that I could not fit in my bags, so it dawned on me that I should open a shop.” Staple pieces — made of quality fabrics and vivid textiles — are key to fenton&fenton’s ethos. “I work extremely hard to find the products that I sell in the store,” says Lucy. “It is an ongoing search for new pieces…

1/ A larger cushion perfect for the corner of your sofa, the outdoor Zoe Bios corner pillow in Shadow Blue will brighten any outdoor space, bringing comfort and charm to long summer eves, $59. westelm.com.au 2/ This Royal Blue cushion cover embraces the luxury of velvet and comes with a diamond stitched pattern, $83.50. casaecucina.com.au 3/ Fashioned from beautiful, breathable cotton, the Zaire cushion features a neutral palette, perfect as a base for layering or beautiful as a standalone textured piece, $75. barefootgypsy.com.au 4/ Warm your space with the autumnal tones and velvety goodness that come together in the Beetroot cushion from Country Road, $79.95. countryroad.com.au 5/ The Amelie cushion in Dusty Pink features an intricate knot formation and an easy-on-theeye calming palette, $29.95. adairs.com.au 6/ The Sabra cushion is…

“The client approached us as he was seeking to bring European elegance to his family home while following the sleek lines of modern architecture”– Alizee Brion Stepping into this elegant and sophisticated home, you’ll be surprised to discover it is owned by a famous rap artist. Yet this crisp and modern four-bedroom residence in the heart of South Beach was lovingly developed by design studio Light on White for the French artist’s family to grow up in and enjoy. “As is often the case in the rapidly evolving Miami real estate market, the homeowner purchased the house as a concrete shell from the developer,” says Alizee Brion from Light on White. “The client approached us as he was seeking to bring European elegance to his family home while following the…

we love THE GLEAMING CULINARY SPACE The spaces are connected by an on-trend palette of grey and white with subtle hints of colour to add warmth and excitement All homes that strive to make a statement instead of blend in with the status quo are our favourite kinds. This was the case with a family of four’s daring new home in Killarney Heights, a suburb of northern Sydney, situated on Middle Harbour. The owners enlisted the help of Starr Constructions to build their forever home and the result is one that delights the owners and welcomes visitors with its breathtaking beauty. There was a meeting of minds between Starr Constructions and the owners, in which the project was completed with a few challenges that were overcome. Comprising three levels, the…

Galleries, artists and online spaces to inspire LARA SCOLARI 1 & 2/ Lara Scolari works from her Balmain studio and gallery where she produces abstract artworks that have a beautiful energy, movement and natural appeal to them. Each artwork features layers upon layers of different materials that fold into each other, interact and come to create natural and organic formations. Lara is inspired by the process each artwork undertakes throughout its development, with each taking up to six weeks to dry. The time and progress encourages reflection, which in turn carves Lara’s artistic process for each piece. larascolari.com CATRIONA POLLARD 3/ Catriona Pollard uses the natural world as her artistic playground. She takes otherwise discarded plant materials such as branches, leaves and seed pods and reimagines them into beautiful artworks.…

we love THE KITCHEN’S OPEN-PLAN DESIGN A renovation is the perfect time to change the orientation of a space if you so desire. While this kitchen’s original location was not an issue, the homeowners disliked its orientation so they decided to flip it. The newly renovated space’s benchtop now faces the open-plan living and dining area, as well as the glass doors, which lead out to the alfresco area. It was also enlarged and a breakfast bar was added, transforming it from a pokey U-shaped space to a large, open kitchen that can be enjoyed by family and friends. The homeowners requested a low-maintenance modern space with a strong focus on smart lighting and many appliances, fixtures and products were chosen with this in mind. A mirrored splashback was selected…

This modern kitchen is part of a thoughtfully designed home renovation, which included specific details to ensure the perfect fit with the surrounding space. The two-pack matt black finishes and the white walls and ceiling create a strong, mesmerising contrast throughout the space, which directs your eyes to the kitchen and allows it to stand out as the main feature. The Caesarstone Fresh Concrete benchtop and the floor contribute to creating an even balance between the surrounding contrasting dark and light tones. A vertical angled window allows a sensible amount of natural light to spread throughout the space, so all materials can be seen in their finest and most natural forms. Similarly, the lighting under the overhead cabinets illuminates the workspace, which is especially effective at night. LED lighting has…

Lighting, like the internet, is something we rarely think about. It’s there. It’s useful. And it’s not until it stops working that we realise just how much we rely on it. Lighting plays an important role in any interior space. When decorating, people usually focus on furniture, carpentry and walls, and lighting almost always becomes an afterthought. Enter Project 20 — Australia’s premier luxury architectural lighting supply and design specialist servicing residential and commercial projects in Queensland and throughout Australia. With more than 30 years of lighting experience both nationally and internationally, the company works collaboratively with you to create stunning and dynamic illuminated spaces. Project 20 has established itself as a formidable force in the industry, using progressive and energy-efficient lighting sourced locally and from around the world. “We…

Massimo Speroni Massimo Speroni is the head designer of Melbourne-based interior design studio MASSIMO Interiors. He grew up in Milan, Italy, and has an instinct for innovative design concepts and elegant finishes that bring a sense of personality and completion to any home. massimointeriors.com.au SALONE DEL MOBILE — RETRO NOSTALGIA The Salone del Mobile showcases the latest and greatest furniture designs in visually stunning displays, along with quality craftsmanship and innovations. This year didn’t disappoint with its celebration of captivating and intricate decorative details where retro designs took centre stage. Circular shapes were all the rage, from sofas and chairs to lighting and coffee tables — curvy is in! There was a definite move towards softness and comfort, which introduced a feminine and romantic charm. Low, puffy, curved and plumped…

Take one look at this home and you would think that you’ve landed in a different dimension. With its bold facade and private entrance, this modern marvel has changed the way houses are traditionally designed and constructed. The owners of this beachside suburban home made a sea change from Sydney to enjoy all the Sunshine Coast has to offer. With their children now adults, they were looking to downsize, but not compromise. They hired Aboda Design Group to turn their dream into reality. “[Our inspiration was] a mid-century, modern design coupled with an informal, beachside aesthetic for both the interaction with the street and the internal living arrangement,” says Lee Foster from Aboda Design Group. “We wanted dramatic, generous spaces, but not too large or dominating to the relatively low-scale…

“IT WAS WONDERFUL WATCHING IT ALL UNFOLD AND TO SEE THE FINISHED PRODUCT NOW MAKES US INCREDIBLY HAPPY”— Damian Macalpine This three-bedroom, 336m² new residence emulates the classic blueprint of what the designers, Shane Lee from McCarthy Homes, Damian Macalpine and Alison Markwell, describe as “Manhattan Warehouse”. But they’ve buffed and polished the rough raw edges, nipped, tucked and tweaked the design to create a unique design that oozes charm. The owners originally wanted a waterfront property, but with land prices skyrocketing, they regrouped and opted instead for land 90m from the canal. They’ve since purchased a pontoon for their little boat and now thoroughly enjoy the added privacy of their “dry block” just a stone’s throw away from the waterfront playground. They’ve created an urban oasis, complete with a…

we love THE ORGANIC FREEFORMED STONE WALLING Gremmo Homes’ latest display house began with a simple concept. “Our objective was to create a contemporary design with a relaxed feel,” says Richard Gremmo. “There are finishes and inclusions that you wouldn’t usually find in a display home. We have more than 20 years of experience as a custom home builder, and we are well aware of the design concepts and inclusions that are both popular and also functional. We have worked hard to create an adaptable layout that can be easily adjusted to accommodate unique circumstances, such as narrow-width lots and sloping sites.” The home has a substantial street presence, accentuated by two advanced native Brachychiton ‘Bottle’ trees. Welcoming wideformed stairs provide a subtle transition from the footpath to the entry…

Flooring is one of the most important elements in your home. The colours, textures and feel of the floor will impact the mood and personality of a room, whether that’s intimate and cosy, vibrant and evocative, or low key and sombre. Flooring is tactile; unlike some other elements, you connect with it because you touch it every time you enter a room. Flooring also makes a statement in design but there are other factors to consider, such as ongoing maintenance and associated costs, durability, wear and texture. Some flooring can also be quieter than others; kids and pets can create noise, and some flooring is better at absorbing sound. STYLE FILE — COLOUR ME HAPPY Then of course there’s the look of the flooring and how it complements the rest…

ALL WRAPPED UP While the roof sits perched on top of a home to protect and insulate it, that’s really only part of the story of what makes up a home’s exterior. There’s also cladding, which is the outer layer or skin of a home. The type of cladding chosen for a home holds key aesthetic value; it impacts directly on how a home looks, its overall style and it weighs in heavily in terms of the overall cost to build and ultimately a home’s value. Revamping cladding, for a moderate cost, can give maximum return on an investment, by modernising, refreshing and giving a new lease of life to a tired property. Cladding can change the feel, texture, look and overall colour of a home. From timber to plywood,…

Deborah Hutton Deborah is one of Australia’s most acknowledged and respected media personalities. She is a brand ambassador/spokesperson, master of ceremonies, television/audio visual presenter and radio host. deborahhutton.com Renovating a home can be a daunting task, especially to the uninitiated first-timer, like myself. I’m now six months into the renovation of my three-bedroom, two-storey property overlooking one of Sydney’s eastern beaches. From window trims to balcony railings, I’m amazed by how many decisions I’ve had to make on the go that I’d never thought to consider. The one thing I’ve found invaluable in these instances is understanding the look I want to achieve for my Hamptons-inspired coastal home and sticking to it. Without a strong, clear vision in mind, it would be all too easy to go in the wrong…

1/ CREATE YOUR DREAM BACKYARD Now that it’s spring, it’s time to get your backyard ready for the good times with stylish furniture and décor. The outdoor Wicked collection by Brusselsbased designer Alain Gilles focuses on a modern and graphic interpretation of the classic rattan chair. By combining the warm rattan with the steel frame, Alain invokes a discussion between craftsmanship on the one hand, and a daring, industrial aesthetic on the other. cotswoldfurniture.com.au 2/ PULL UP A CHAIR Danish Red has created the perfect chair to lounge in. Designed by Sigurd Resell in 1971, the Falcon chair was relaunched in 2018 by the original Norwegian maker, Vatne Møbler. The Falcon chair is available in high- and lowback versions, with an option for a foot stool. The distinctive steel frame…