Innholdsfortegnelse for Oct/Nov 2016 i homestyle

“Rather than getting stuck in with rubber gloves and a bucket full of suds, we’re opting to shake up our interiors with some super-fresh finds.” AFTER A FEW FALSE STARTS IN THE PAST MONTH, we’re quietly confident that we can now enjoy the spring in our step that this new season brings. At this time of year, our attention invariably turns to the good old ‘spring clean’. But rather than getting stuck in with rubber gloves and a bucket full of suds, we’re opting to shake up our interiors with some super-fresh finds. The kitchen and bathroom are obvious places to start on a mini-makeover, and although they’re the hardest-working rooms in your home, you don’t have to compromise on style for these spaces to fulfil their functional duties. I…

BOOK CLUB LOOSE LEAF, BY WONA BAE & CHARLIE LAWLER. PUBLISHED BY HARDIE GRANT. $48. If you’re anything like us and keen followers of @looseleaf_ on Instagram, you’ll want to feast your eyes on this book by Melbourne couple Charlie and Wona of the nursery/botanical design studio of the same name. Charlie has a Master’s in design, while Wona has horticultural qualifications and a Master’s in floristry and has studied the art of kokozi, the Korean equivalent of Japanese ikebana flower-arranging (if that’s not enough, her name means ‘best seedling’) – so although they sell plants and flowers, their mad skills mean hosting workshops, making arrangements for weddings and other events and crafting large-scale sculptures for public spaces are also within their remit. This book provides a window to their…

KITCHEN WISH LIST FEEL THE NEED There’s so much to love in BoConcept’s latest range that we won’t harp on about it all – but here’s a snapshot. All fine designs simply expressed in natural materials, good luck not lusting after this oak dish, glass and cement vase, marble kitchen roll holder and marble and oak mortar and pestle. boconcept.co.nz THOSE WERE THE DAYS Take your kitchen on a trip down memory lane with this natty 1950s-style blender from Smeg. Available in a selection of shades from bright red to pretty pastel pink, it has four powerful speeds, a BPA-free plastic jug, removable stainless steel blades and three pre-set programmes for pulsing, crushing ice and making thick, creamy smoothies. smeg.co.nz MILLING AROUND Those gorgeous Menu bottle grinders designed by…

FUTURISTIC WHITE FUTURISTIC WHITE, FROM LEFT Subway tiles (background), $45.94/pack of 40, mitre10.co.nz. Goccia Floor Mount mixer, $2999, plumbline.co.nz. Hidra Wire Metal structure for basin, $2913, robertson.co.nz. Aio Aurajet Rail shower, $479, methven.com. Contura bath, $3999, caroma.co.nz. CLEAN MONO CHROME CLEAN MONOCHROME, FROM LEFT Ocean Foam surface (background), POA, caesarstone.co.nz. Liano Nexus mixer, $473, caroma.co.nz. Cygnet Wall basin, $366; Closer Wall Mount showerhead, $2416, robertson.co.nz. Evo 1670 bath, $1799, plumbline.co.nz. EARTHY NATURAL EARTHY NATURAL, FROM LEFT Shitake surface (background), POA, caesarstone.co.nz. Perrin & Rowe mixer set, $794, inres.co.nz. Kathmandu basin, $739, robertson.co.nz. Buddy Round shower column, $2299, plumbline.co.nz. Oman 1500 Stone bath, $10,499, plumbline.co.nz. POLISHED METAL POLISHED METAL, FROM LEFT H006 terrazzo (background), POA, terrazzo-stoneworks.com. Buddy 3 Hole Wall Mount mixer, $999, plumbline.co.nz. Alpha basin, $450, heritagebathware.co.nz. Rainmaker shower…

An avid collector of Polynesian and Hawaiian souvenirs and artefacts, Paul reckons no courtyard is complete without a tiki bar. “It’s his man cave,” says Susanna. IN THE HEART OF BUSTLING SYDNEY IS A SECRET, surprising sanctuary created by Susanna and Paul Harrison for their young family. Housed behind a yellow door in a small concrete warehouse and complete with a lush green courtyard, once inside, you’d be forgiven for forgetting that the CBD is just around the corner. “Building this little place has been a great journey,” says Susanna, a graphic designer and illustrator. “We discovered you can have a beautiful connection to nature right in the middle of the city, and you don’t need loads of stuff to find happiness and a sense of home.” After a long…

WHEN NICO VENTER AND CHRISTO VERMEULEN FOUND their home in the Johannesburg suburb of Parkhurst, it was in a dilapidated state: ceilings destroyed by a leaky water heater and with not much of historical value to preserve. Parkhurst houses were originally built en masse for servicemen returning from World War II, and were typically little brick houses with corrugated iron roofs and street-facing verandahs. They gave the area its distinctive character, and although they were humble homes, today they’re much sought after. Nico is an urban designer and Christo’s a textile designer turned builder-renovator, so they designed their renovation together, then Christo built it. Their interest in architecture informed their design, which ended up being a playful essay on modernising respectfully, involving a rich dialogue between past and present, home…

TWO YEARS AGO, LISA DAVIS AND Jared Lockhart made the decision to leave their life in London behind for a change of pace in New Zealand. Drawing on Lisa’s background in fashion and retail and Kiwi Jared’s experience in landscape design, it wasn’t long before they opened Auckland’s Garden Objects, an outlet for their shared love of plants, good design and beautifully crafted items that are made to last. Lisa, how did you find your lovely little shop? We’ve always enjoyed wandering along Kohimarama’s Eltham Road to look at the pretty Robinia trees, and one evening as we approached the shops, we saw for the first time that there were people working inside. We stopped for a chat and they explained they were looking for someone to share the lease.…

BIG SAVE FURNITURE Furniture Give yourself a little more space with this extra-long 3.5-seater sofa from Big Save Furniture. The Hindmarsh is upholstered in luxurious Mission Grey Gum fabric and has feather- infused seat cushions for unbeatable comfort. Natural timber legs and a low-profile design give the Hindmarsh on-trend Scandinavian style. Now $1499, save $700. Twenty-one stores nationwide. info@bigsave.co.nz bigsave.co.nz SHUT THE FRONT DOOR Homeware Shut the Front Door is excited about the arrival of the latest Aura Home collection. The range is packed with the highest quality linens with beautiful textures and frayed edges, all in dusty pastel tones. shop@shutthefrontdoor.co.nz shutthefrontdoor.co.nz BOCONCEPT Interior design BoConcept is all about making design, furniture and colours come together in your home. If you need someone to bounce ideas off, their interior decorators…

#HOMESTYLEBEHINDTHESCENES Photographer Wendy Fenwick and photography assistant Nick Fletcher perfect the lighting for Level With Me, our ‘Three ways with’ shoot styled by homestyle editor Alice. To see the finished result, turn to page 28. #TEAMHOMESTYLE Alice (centre), art director Juliette (left) and deputy editor Philippa look over the final selection of homes in our Spring issue. We hope they encourage you to throw open your doors and refresh your digs for the warmer weather ahead. #HOMESTYLELOVESCOLOUR Alice and Juliette put the finishing touches on a flatlay for our colourful new series with Resene. Each issue we’ll be sharing dynamic paint duos, drawing inspiration from our team moodboard, be it nature scenes, fashion looks we love or our current art obsessions. Flip to page 26 to discover how Juliette styled…

The inspiration I love the calm, earthy feel and clean lines of this simple Scandinavian-style kitchen. Designed by Daniel Lee and photographed by Rory Gardiner, it fits my minimalist aesthetic and celebrates natural materials, featuring raw concrete and gorgeous Douglas fir planks by renowned Danish brand Dinesen. More and more I’m seeing these boards being used not just as flooring but also on walls and in cabinetry, helping to create continuity. Here, rounded forms such as that of the utensils and lighting soften the space, and the open shelving is ideal for showcasing your favourite kitchen accessories. Expert style tips AU NATUREL One of the things I love about monochrome interiors is that they don’t need to exclude natural materials such as wood and concrete. In fact, these elements add…

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Supreme kitchen design   AWARD SPONSOR: FISHER & PAYKEL THE DESIGNER Morgan Cronin Cronin Kitchens THE BRIEF Part of a brand new waterfront home, this kitchen maximises the spectacular view. Seating for four, double sinks in the kitchen, a generous sink in the scullery, large rubbish bins and the incorporation of pre-purchased appliances were among the requirements. Adjoining the kitchen are a formal living room and a more casual lounge. Two islands act as a buffer between these zones – the formal side has a minimal appearance, while the other caters to family needs with a servery bench. The area between the islands offers command over the whole space and easy access to the scullery. THE SPECS KITCHEN Doors/panels Tall units in Victorian ash veneer finished with white oil by…

The small but cleverly designed kitchen repurposes inexpensive materials, draws in light and mixes and matches appliances to create a functional and bright space. SMALL PLEASURE THE DETAILS Designer: Sayes Studio Location: Auckland OPPOSITES IS A THEME THAT RUNS through this small-space kitchen. The front bench in this galley-style area is tiled in and staying put, while in contrast the back bench has been detailed like a sideboard and, being on legs, doesn’t feel permanent. A simple tiled plywood box hides the rangehood above. To fit in as much as possible, architect Henri Sayes chose flexible appliances. The Fisher & Paykel Tall DishDrawer™ Dishwasher proved the ideal size for the home’s resident couple, its compact form enabling them to fit a drawer for extra storage beneath it. Though there isn’t…

GIMME SOME SUGAR Isn’t Kip & Co’s new candy-coloured cutlery the cutest? Made from resin and brass, it’s from their SS16 Subtropics collection and has us planning alfresco dining and picnics in the park. With beautiful bright bedding, towels, rugs, cushions, travel gear, kids’ stuff and sleepwear, the range has a whimsical feel that tends to set your mind wandering… kipandco.com.au YO As far as flash yoghurt goes, Raglan Coconut Yoghurt is right up there, and their Blackcurrant & Heilala Vanilla and Mango & Turmeric flavours are as virtuous as they come. Filled with actual fruit and made from organic ingredients when possible, there’s no refined sugar, dairy, gluten, or gums in sight – and the taste? Oh my. raglancoconutyoghurt.co.nz HOW DO YOU LIKE THEM APPLES? All…

IN 2013 TWO BLOGGERS, JUDITH DE Graaff (joelix.com) and Igor Josifovic (happyinteriorblog.com), met for coffee in Paris. During a conversation that centred on their shared love of interior styling and passion for plants, they decided to collaborate on a monthly column, for which they’d style plants in their own homes. Soon their project expanded to include other bloggers. At the time, indoor plants were just beginning to make their mark in the interior world; little did the bloggers realise what a phenomenal trend greenery would become, nor did they envisage the huge green-loving community they’d build by creating the Instagram hashtag #urbanjunglebloggers. Now the pair has written a coffee table book, Urban Jungle: Living & Styling with Plants, which showcases five green homes, loads of plant-styling ideas contributed by members…

“When I’m away, the things I miss most are my family, my pillow – and my pantry.” I’d lived overseas for many years, but the desire to come back to New Zealand never left me. Raglan is home – it’s where I grew up, where both my children were born and where I married my love. Seeing the ocean every day fills me up like nothing else on earth. I feel most at home when I’m pottering out in the vege garden or turning our homegrown goodies into a meal. When I’m away, the things I miss most are my family, my pillow – and my pantry. On an average day, after dropping the kids at school, I like to brew a pot of chai and sit quietly for 10-15…

WE’RE COVETING GO LIGHTLY Spice up your digs with pieces from Lightly’s new collection, Cinnamon, in deliciously earthy tones and tactile forms. The range features 35 tabletop, lighting, dining and living items, including terracotta ceramics in a first for the brand, and accessories to sprinkle round your office in that gorgeous solid brass Lightly’s become known for. collected.co.nz SUSPENDED ANIMATION We can’t stop, won’t stop marvelling over Spanish design star Jaime Hayon’s Palette table for &Tradition. Inspired by Alexander Calder’s kinetic sculptures, it combines an intriguing mix of materials (brass, ash timber, marble and steel) into a piece at once arty and functional. It’s one brilliant balancing act. dawsonandco.nz BURNING LOVE To step into Curio Noir’s flagship Auckland store designed by Rufus Knight is to be transported to…

INSPIRATION Sunset in Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley) in the Atacama desert, Chile. Two’s company These hues complement each other to sophisticated effect thanks to their similar strength and moody quality. When pairing paint colours, create visual harmony by using varying amounts of each. Here, Resene Hammerhead covers two-thirds of the wall and the top third is painted in Resene Pendragon. Hero colours: Supporting palette:…

DOWNSTAIRS, BENEATH HIS FAMILY home in Auckland’s Eastern Bays, Gidon Bing is in his studio, preparing to start work. On any given day, he can be found here and there working on various projects: curvaceous wood and copper sculptures, mixed-media works on paper, product development for commissions and collaborations, and his own line of ceramics. We met Gidon at his HQ to find out more about his many talents. You have a few strings to your creative bow – how do you describe what you do? I’m a sculptor but also work in a few other mediums related to sculpture, such as printmaking, furniture and product design and, of course, ceramics. When did you begin working with clay? I learnt basic wheel-throwing when I was a teenager, and later developed…

MODERN CLASSIC MODERN CLASSIC, FROM LEFT Statuario Nuvo marble (background), POA, caesarstone.co.nz. Nivito mixer, $999, paterson.co.nz. Low Triangle pendant, $390, douglasandbec.com. Mid-century knobs, from $19, schoolhouseelectric.com. Butler sink, $824, robertson.co.nz. BOLD & GRAPHIC BOLD & GRAPHIC, FROM LEFT Bianco Drift surface (background), POA, caesarstone.co.nz. Sprint mixer, $349, foreno.co.nz. Atlantis pendant, $169, freedomfurniture.co.nz. Norton handle, $10.98, mitre10.co.nz. Tekapo Nero sink, $1190, heritagehardware.co.nz. INDUSTRIAL ECLECTIC INDUSTRIAL ECLECTIC, FROM LEFT Douglas fir boards (background), POA, viennawoods.co.nz. Perrin & Rowe Ionian mixer, $945, inres.co.nz. Caged Port light, $195, icotraders.co.nz. Sailor handle, $22, thesocietyinc.com.au. Cabriole sink, $339, edwardgibbon.co.nz. PRETTY GLAM PRETTY GLAM, FROM LEFT White 6-3 terrazzo (background), POA, terrazzo-stoneworks.com. Buddy Square Spout mixer, $849, plumbline.co.nz. Courbe pendant, $79.90, cittadesign.com. Leather 01 handle, $20, mademeasure.com. Snowdon 490-10 Pink sink, $1449, heritagehardware.co.nz.…

MY NUMBER-ONE RULE WHEN PLANNING A KITCHEN is: question everything. Your lifestyle might seem obvious on the surface, but it pays to take the time to really analyse your needs and niggles, your musts and your nice-to-haves. Your design should respond to real life, so pinpoint what problems you have with your current kitchen. Ask yourself who uses it. In what ways do you usually cook in it? Do you use it for activities other than cooking? Do you see it as the hub of your home? Does it connect to the adjoining spaces the way you’d like it to? How do you see your needs changing over the next 10 years? Once you know the answers to these questions, how do you go about creating a functional new space?…

ANNA AND RODNEY MORTON HAD ONE thing at the top of their list when it came to buying a home, and that was family. With a toddler in tow and hopes to increase the size of their brood, a house that could see them into the future was a must. “I remember clearly the moment I walked up the stairs to the front door, and being overwhelmed by this lovely relaxed feeling,” says Anna of the Auckland house they fell for. “I could imagine a full family of kids living here, and funnily enough after two years of trying another baby came along, followed by another, and it really has proved to be a happy house.” The transitional villa had lots of its original features intact – the only downside…

Dukkah eggs with broad bean & avocado mash SERVES 2 For the dukkah 1 tbsp each coriander seeds, cumin seeds and fennel seeds 1 tbsp black peppercorns 2/3 cup each raw hazelnuts and raw pistachios, lightly roasted 1/3 cup each sesame seeds and sunflower seeds, lightly toasted 1 tsp sea salt ½ tsp sweet paprika For the broad bean & avocado mash 100g shelled fresh or frozen broad beans, skins removed (or if unavailable use shelled fresh or frozen peas) 1 ripe avocado 1 handful coriander leaves, washed Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper For the eggs 2 tbsp distilled white vinegar 2 eggs 2–3 radishes, thinly sliced, to garnish To make the dukkah, place the coriander, cumin and fennel seeds…