Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue #23.3 2021 i Home Design

I love grey. It’s the colour of my sofa, my rug, my pram and even my cat. So when Pantone released its colours of the year for 2021, I couldn’t be more thrilled. Sure, ‘Ultimate Gray’ has been interpreted by some as a representation of the depressing effects of the pandemic, but Pantone describes it as “emblematic of solid and dependable elements which are everlasting and provide a firm foundation”. The Taurean in me quite likes this description and it’s the side theme for this issue. There’s no doubt we are spending more time at home, so in this edition, we celebrate home life and talk about the things you can do to make your home more liveable. Speaking of more liveable, I’m currently in the process of knocking out…

The project was an old trouser factory, originally built in 1909 “Adaptive reuse projects are always special,” explains Josephine Hurley, the architect and mastermind behind Josephine Hurley Architecture and the mastermind behind this build. “It’s a privilege to work with layers of history and to give them new life.” The project was an old trouser factory, originally built in 1909. Initially, at face value, it presented well. But as with any rejuvenation project, it’s not until you dive in headfirst that you start to peel back some of the layers that will need work. “The interiors were an eclectic mix of architectural styles,” Josephine explains, “which was the result of previous owners all leaving their mark since the trouser factory was built in 1909. The current owners had lived there…

When a client comes to you regarding a well-known and well-respected midcentury design and asks you to create their new home with this as inspiration, you know you’re dealing with an informed couple. You also know this project is going to be one filled with sophistication, class and design prowess. That was exactly what happened with this beautiful home on the Mornington Peninsula. The homeowners — a couple with children and grandchildren — came to architects and designers Hindley & Co with a pre-existing appreciation for the finer things in life. “They were considering semi-retirement from their family business that specialises in retailing luxury Swiss watches,” explains Anne Hindley “They came to us with a book of mid-century classics in which, much to our delight, they had earmarked a photograph…

At a time when travel is such a luxury, let’s take a journey together. Imagine touching down in a northern Italian city only two-and-a-half hours from the town where the world’s most famous lovers — Romeo and Juliet — met their tragic end. We’re in Udine, near fair Verona, where Shakespeare’s arguably most famous work was set. In Udine you are just an hour-and-a-half from the extraordinary canals of Venice, or 40 minutes from the beauty of Slovenia. In this stunning ancient part of the world, cobbled streets and history appear resoundingly at every turn. Yet step into this top-floor apartment and watch all hints of history immediately dissipate, replaced instead with impeccable modernity and architectural prowess. This apartment is a true masterpiece, designed and finessed by architects and founders…

With the rise of minimalism and hard natural flooring surfaces, some might say our interiors are feeling a little left out in the cold. But that’s not the case. Adding comfort to a room is all about introducing soft and sumptuous materials, rich and warm woollens, tactile earthy materials and visually warm colours. A TOUCH OF TEXTURE Materials and fabrics like linen, cotton, leather and faux fur instantly enhance the textural amenity of a room. Texture adds visual appeal, along with a subtle complexity. A space with clever textural elements is more inviting, more interesting and easy on the eye. Texture can create warmth in many ways. The soft textural feel of a woollen rug on a timber floor adds another layer of appeal and something warm to touch your…

Natural light has the ability to transform a space, evoking feelings of warmth and contentment. Light can make a room appear more spacious and welcoming. As light levels alter during the day, the play of shadow and light in a room changes, infusing life and personality, warmth and coolness into a space. Adequate light is vital for health and emotional wellbeing; it boosts your body’s Vitamin D stores, promotes better sleep at night and improves work productivity. Some homes have more natural light than others. Factors that impede natural light include a home’s orientation, proximity to neighbouring properties, and trees and shrubs that block natural light. Solid doors, small windows, internal room partitions and heavy window treatments all have an impact on light levels. If you’re in the dark about…

Stocks Designer Appliances & Bathrooms has been owned and operated by the Stock family since 1975. They were one of the first specialist premium appliance retailers in Brisbane and since 1975, their knowledge, experience and range have made them a favourite of clients and design professionals throughout South East Queensland. This is Brisbane’s only one-stop kitchen, laundry and bathroom showroom. The Clayfield and Ashgrove showrooms are the perfect destinations for homeowners, designers, architects and other design professionals to view, select and specify for kitchens, bathrooms and laundries. As part of the Designer Appliances group, Stocks Designer Appliances & Bathrooms is a member of the largest independent premium appliance group in Australia. With 23 stores across Australia, the national support and buying power behind this company facilitates its friendly and expert…

Both the ensuite and downstairs bathroom in this house capture that feeling of relaxation. The ensuite is stunning, with the freestanding bath positioned next to the window to capitalise on the gorgeous ocean views. You can also enjoy this vista from the shower. The entire bathroom experience is made better thanks to a rainhead shower and a heated towel rail, simple features that add to that overall luxe feel of the room. The hero of the downstairs bathroom is the double rainhead shower for the ultimate bathing experience. A single panel of glass separates it from the rest of the room, helping to make this narrower space feel more expansive. Niches were added to the walls, a great way to cater for the storage of bathroom essentials without having shelves…

Remember the many happy hours you spent as a child, bouncing on the backyard trampoline? Why not let your children, and grandchildren, experience the same unbridled fun. “At MrTrampoline we supply fun, fun, fun — 365 days a year. We do this by manufacturing the best trampolines available,” says Adam Richards, director of MrTrampoline. “Our trampoline frames are made from all-Australian steel. We fabricate, modify and weld the components and then send them off to be hot dip galvanised. This gives the frame decades of serviceability over our nearest rivals,” he explains. The springs are made from high-tensile galvanised wire according to MrTrampoline’s specific design, delivering a longer, smoother bounce and decades of performance. “The bounce bed is the pièce de résistance,” continues Adam. “We manually weave each bed in…

1/ HOME OFFICE HUB When Finn Juhl established his first studio at the exclusive address of 33 Nyhavn in central Copenhagen in 1945, he designed a very simple desk with burnished steel legs, a detail that came to shape his furniture design during the 1950s. Today the Nyhavn table is manufactured in different sizes and available with a veneered table top in teak, oak, walnut, oregon pine or black linoleum, with matching wooden toes on burnished steel legs. Alternatively, the legs are available in black, orange or light blue. The table can be ordered with a tray unit with three drawers in a warm or cold range of colours. The tray unit is mounted with brackets, emphasising the floating lightness of the table. danishred.com.au 2/ SHUTTER UP Luxaflex® PolySatin® shutters…

CLOVER BY BONNIE AND NEIL There’s nothing like fresh table linen to make your home feel special. Lucky for us, Melbourne-based Bonnie and Neil have served up a vibrant collection by the name of Clover, which includes napkins, tablecloths, cushions and throws. The range incorporates new foxglove and ornamental lily motifs, gorgeous graphics that join the regular stable of fruit and botanical imagery the brand is known for. “With a rich, bold colour palette full of summery tones, the collection has been designed to bring harmony and positivity into the home,” says creative director Bonnie. bonnieandneil.com.au LINEA BY JIM HANNON-TAN Named a gold winner at the Good Design Awards 2020, Linea looks like a mini streetscape modelled to resemble Oscar Niemeyer’s National Congress building. The functional piece of tabletop architecture…

Keeping snug at home means being prepared for winter. We have you covered with the very latest (some might say hottest) in how to feel comfortable this winter, with lots of heating options from wood to gas, electric, underfloor heating and more. THINGS ARE HOTTING UP… There are many elegant, modern and affordable heating alternatives available to suit any style of home and budget. Gas is energy efficient, provides instant heat, is cost effective and burns clean. Gas fireplaces can be freestanding or built in, and double-sided. Some have a flue (the expelled by-products are funnelled outside) and others are open (they don’t have a flue). Gas-ducted heating is another option; it’s a quick way to give you total home comfort, with ducts fitted in the ceiling or floors. Wood-burning…

Nino Sanzari and Jon Vithoulka from Starr Constructions routinely turn out swoon-worthy, modern spaces. Their latest project, a four-bedroom family home, features a minimalist style that focuses on structural simplicity. Filled with everything from timber furnishings to neutral hues, it achieves a striking balance we can’t get enough of. The company set out to craft a dream home that married form and function, style and efficiency — and most of all, a home that was built to last. The result is an effortlessly fresh retreat ideal for entertaining. “Inspiration for the design came from looking at other homes in and around the area which Starr had previously completed for other clients, as well as incorporating our own unique style and finishes,” say the homeowners. “We wanted to create an inviting…

Cinema enthusiasts, rejoice! Available in a whopping 77-inch format with a screen diagonal of 195 cm, Bild S is exclusive and exquisite, and it will make your next movie night an unmissable event. Manufactured at the Loewe headquarters in Kronach, Germany, each unit is built with care, attention to detail and passion by employees in Loewe’s handicraft factory. To cement its exclusivity, each Bild S 77-inch wears a high-quality metal emblem attached to the back of the TV with the engraved, consecutive serial number, underlining the value and thus the uniqueness of the product. Flexibility is one of the TV’s most admirable qualities. Position your Bild S wherever you wish using the rotating table stand. Made from aluminium and with concealed cable management, the sculptural stand can be rotated by…

In this pocket of Sydney, dwellers really do get the best of both worlds. Streams of the Paramatta River flow either side of the Hunters Hill peninsula, eventually reaching Sydney Harbour. Hunters Hill is one of those unique Sydney spots where a view of the Harbour Bridge is unparalleled, and one can reach the CBD from the suburb within a 20-minute drive. So who are the lucky inhabitants of this home, situated in one of Sydney’s most beautiful locations? Paul and his wife Judi, a couple with young adult children who have flown the nest only very recently. And what did Paul and Judi want in their new abode now that the children have moved out and they have journeyed into the next phase of their life? They wanted a…

Designed and manufactured by BRUNNER in Bavaria, the designer inbuilt refractory kit of the BRUNNER wood heater allows a simple, cost-effective and safe installation. The BRUNNER kit system “BSK” can be set up in just a few hours thanks to its precisely formed heat-storing concrete components. The designer inbuilt kit can be finished with paint, render, tile or a stone cladding. Designed for an exposed flue installation for maximum efficiency, a traditional brick installation is also possible. The BRUNNER BSK 6 and BSK 8 are fully Australian emission and clearance tested. Being highly efficient with low emissions, they not only produce a beautiful picture of a perfectly clean-burning flame, they will also cover most of the heating needs of an average-sized house, using highly effective natural convection combined with heat…

Whether you’re a sucker for sheer curtains or you prefer the privacy of plantations, DC+B is where you need to be. Generations of Australians have shaded their homes, hid behind, or contemplated the delicate folds of window coverings from DC+B. They are an institution. As the name suggests, DC+B offers value-for-money products without ever skimping on quality. The expert window dressers have been in business for half a century and are renowned for their superior craftsmanship. “We are very proud of our long-standing heritage as an Australian-owned company that has been manufacturing locally for well over 50 years,” says DC+B marketing manager Danielle Crosby. “We like to think and do business differently. We ignore gimmicks and distractions and stay focused on the simple things that matter most — our customer.”…

The floor plan of the existing kitchen was completely overhauled in this renovation to accommodate wider walkways throughout. Two oversized islands were created, with one featuring an integrated cooktop and rangehood, and the other allowing ample under-bench seating while ensuring a smooth transition from the kitchen to the living room. This floor plan redesign also allowed easier access to the fridge and provided more usable floor space in the walk-in pantry, a highlight of the room. It features full-height storage and stylish open-wall shelving, with downlights fitted to the underside of the overheads to ensure ample task lighting and therefore increased functionality. But it’s the kitchen itself that takes your breath away. Dull black textured doors, statement feature lighting and concrete benchtops add to that industrial feel, the Shaker-style profiles…

This home’s previous ensuite was far from ideal. Although it was quite large, it was very basic and not very functional. When they decided to renovate, the homeowners visited our showroom to find mint-toned tiles and gold tapware, but left with many elements they hadn’t initially considered. With this, the final result of the renovation proved to be a stark contrast to the original room. The homeowners were after a modern coastal aesthetic and hoped to use colour to exude this ambience, while also adding an element of softness to the space. They selected a multi-coloured terrazzo tile for the floor, introduced colour with mint handmade tiles and added an element of difference with matt white kite-shaped tiles on the remaining walls. A touch of luxury was added by incorporating…

When space is at a premium, special consideration is needed to design an outdoor area that not only looks good but maximises every last inch of land. When your backyard is in such close proximity to your indoor spaces, it’s also essential to create a style that will blend seamlessly with your interior — to enhance and extend it rather than detract from it. This is especially the case with the popularity of open-plan living. An efficient design ensures that all spaces, both inside and out, can be enjoyed as one. This project by Secret Gardens is the perfect example of how you can make the most out of the space you have in a city location while creating a cohesive and personalised look. For this project in the seaside…

HOSTEL BARABAN, MOSCOW Pantone may have named Ultimate Gray and Illuminating (yellow) its 2021 colours of the year, but Hostel Baraban in Moscow combined the two back in 2018. Charming old brickwork and simple, modern furnishings join the on-trend colour combination to create light, cheerful accommodation that was ahead of its time and continues to inspire. Unobtrusive with Russian avant-garde undertones, this is one for the bucket list. artcrafts.ru/interior/hostelbaraban CHELSEA HING’S DAYLESFORD STUDIO, VICTORIA Influential interior designer Chelsea Hing’s new studio in Daylesford feels more like a stylish home than a place of work. Housed inside a historic Victorian building, the space bucks the cookie-cutter trend of all-white, sterile commercial spaces. Lime-washed walls, sisal flooring and bright contemporary art make this a rich, textured space where creativity and colour flow…

1/ NORSTONE STABBL BAMBOO HI-FI RACK Audiophiles rejoice! With black screen-printed tempered glass, the Stabbl hi-fi rack in bamboo offers two robust and highly functional television and hi-fi units. The wave absorption system supports different trays, while the storage modules are spacious and tough enough to house all the elements of a high-fidelity or home theatre system. indimports.com/norstone-hifi-racks 2/ CYRUS ONE CAST RANGE The innovative One Cast stereo amplifier is a streaming expert. No matter what streaming service, or services, you subscribe to, One Cast will play high-quality audio directly from your phone or Wi-Fi-enabled device. Audio aficionados will be powerless to resist an impressive 100 watts per channel and bleeding-edge technology. Capable of driving any loudspeakers with ease, no matter where they are located in the house, One Cast…

Behold the Australian-made and-designed Element 1200 DS. New to the Ignite Fireplace Studio, Miranda, this ultra-alluring, double-sided stunner is an industry leader in design and heating. The high-efficiency space heater embraces clean lines and innovative design principles to provide glorious mood-elevating scenes. Quickly becoming the showroom’s most sought-after model, the Element 1200 DS not only elevates ambience, but it also displays flickering flames from all viewpoints. In other words, tussles over who nabs prime position in front of the fire are eliminated. Offering high-efficiency heating technology, Element 1200 DS enjoys a 4.3-star energy rating, making it a sleek, environmentally conscious option. The power-balanced flue system allows the fireplace to be placed virtually anywhere, even inside two-storey homes, apartments and commercial projects. Available in natural gas, LPG or ULPG, the Element…

Aleisurely trip to France might be out of the question for the foreseeable future, but a Parisian-style residence with the charm of a French chateau in your own backyard is not as outrageous as it sounds. Feast your eyes on La Provence by Englehart Homes, a chic architectural gem that’ll leave you with a craving for creamy camembert-filled baguettes with a side of Champagne. Featuring steep mansard grooves, double casement windows and effortless symmetry, this stately home has a masonry facade and classic detailing borrowed from traditional French architecture, reimagined with the Englehart flair. Like all Englehart designs, the floor plan is flexible (choose from three to five bedrooms and a bonus study/guest room situated to the left of the entrance foyer) and can be customised to suit the needs…

The weather is cooling down, so if you haven’t organised your indoor heating yet, Cannon Gas Log Fireplaces have several great options for you to choose from. Take a look at the latest in wood and gas. If you love that feeling of a wood-burning heater, the company has just launched the Jarrah freestanding wood combustion heater, which delivers a modern design and high quality to enjoy in the comfort of your own home. Jarrah features a heating capacity of up to 205sqm and three-speed electric fan-assisted heat. This type of output is perfect for medium-sized living areas looking for a little warmth and ambience. In addition to its generous warming capacity, Jarrah ranks as one of the cleanest-burning heaters on the market. Need proof? The fireplace enjoys low emissions…

Home to the Klinker family and as colourful as a packet of Clinkers, this Colombo and Serboli Architecture (CaSA) project in Barcelona could not be more charming if it tried. A robust colour palette is splashed around the apartment, which is now the chicest piece of architecture in the trendy El Born neighbourhood. Colour blocking reigns inside the central area, where the kitchen, dining and studio spaces are dipped in a deep terracotta colour Accommodating a Californian family of four during sojourns and sabbaticals, the holiday home is perched on the top floor of an Art Nouveau apartment building. Owner and interior designer Marta Klinker initially handled the renovation herself. Months after work began, an explosion burned the dwelling and much of the completed works, destroying not only the residence…

Lauren and Melissa are proud Gumbaynggirr custodians who design and create their art to reflect their interpretations of Country. They’ve established a thriving business called Miimi & Jiinda as a way of sharing their stories through art. Before Miimi & Jiinda, mum Lauren was already a successful artist, with her work exhibited in the National Museum of Australia. Lauren was part of the stolen generation, taken from her home in Grafton and raised in an orphanage. Melissa says her mother has dedicated her life to reconnecting with her indigenous culture and language, and instilling strong cultural identities in her children. “Part of this involved learning from those before, who showed her ways to express love and culture through art,” says Melissa, who has inherited her mother’s strong sense of cultural…

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If you are building or renovating, windows and doors can be a significant financial investment and it is important to get it right the first time so you can enjoy increased comfort in your home and low energy bills for years to come. Many factors can influence your choice of windows and doors, such as frame material, glass performance, privacy considerations, bushfire compliance, the style of the opening and, of course, the orientation of your home on the site. Weather should also be a consideration, such as a coastal location, bushfire-prone areas, a hot and dry climate or the opposite, cold and wet. Is reducing noise or increasing energy efficiency your main concern? Or are increased security and comfort important? The direction each window and door faces can impact the…

This is no ordinary white kitchen. A brand-new build, the kitchen was designed specifically for the room. Featuring a beautiful glass roof, luxurious finishes and a wide, open layout, the space oozes a stylish grandeur. Tradition and modernity blend harmoniously, with beautiful mouldings and lattice-style cupboards coexisting seamlessly with sleek, high-quality appliances. The detailed mouldings hint of a time long past and soft curves fill the room, from the island corners to the posts. The elegant marble benchtop and splashback, combined with the butler’s sink and traditional tapware, add glamour to this space. The homeowners wanted to keep a room as refined as this separate from the mess of cooking, so tucked behind bi-fold pocket doors are the study and butler’s pantry. The kitchen offers space for entertaining with an…

There’s something so appealing about curves in the kitchen. It could be because they take the viewer on a journey, inviting the eye to travel around surfaces and into the heart of the room. Maybe it’s the way they create flow between the living space and the cooking area. Or perhaps it’s just the lack of sharp edges to bump your hip against as you’re rushing to get a meal to the table. Either way, curves in the kitchen are simply delicious — and that’s one of the reasons we love this space built by B&M Joinery. The curved island bench helps smooth the transition from living area to kitchen while also providing a large storage space that includes a seating spot. An expansive Corian benchtop draws the eye without…

Of grand scale, this multi-levelled garden is an entertainer’s delight. The garden was designed in two stages: the first by The Garden Company, which created a large pond as well as greenery and gardens around the house. The second stage, which included the outdoor room, water feature, arbour and casual conversation nooks, was designed by Roger Brown of Focal Point Garden Design. The second stage was developed across a sloping block that sat behind the existing property and was acquired by the owners several years after the original garden was completed. There were a few existing trees Roger felt were worth retaining, but other than that he had a clean slate. “The owners asked that a garden with lots of colour and interest be created on the new block, so…