Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2017 i Inside Out

Are you watching The Block this season? Have you already decided which home you think will take out the top prize? Shannon Vos, Jono Fleming and I were lucky enough to spend a couple of days poking around the recently overhauled houses and it was pretty great. They always feel very different to what you see on TV, but the biggest surprise for me was the fact that the house I loved most was not the one that wins the most rooms. Don’t worry, I won’t commit ‘plot-spoiler crime’, but remember what I said when you get to the end of the series. The reason I was surprised was because, I’ll admit, sometimes I fall victim to the idea that our homes would always be better if we had more…

It’s a style no-brainer that a rug will transform the look and feel of a space.These deliciously toned hand-knotted floorcoverings from Nodi are absolute stunners, combining beautiful shades with striking forms. ‘Duo’ rugs in Fancy Chilli (top) and Husk Dawn (far left), and ‘Plaid’ rug in Romance, from $4370/1.6m x 2.3m, Nodi, nodirugs.com. Nodi rugs are also available through Hub Furniture, hubfurniture.com.au.…

Sparkk ‘Waratah Grande’ cushion DESIGNER: Grace Garrett Based in Sydney’s Camperdown, Sparkk Studio is a family-owned business dedicated to innovative and sustainable design. With a range of designers on their books, they have plenty of talent to choose from. One such designer, Grace Garrett, has been working in the design industry for her entire career. “My experience spans graphic design, fashion and, for the better part of a decade, interiors and textiles,” says Grace, who is based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Her ‘A Sunburnt Country’ collection is a nod to both indigenous tribal markings and desert landscapes, incorporating motifs of native flora and fauna. “After living overseas, I felt compelled to create a contemporary range of native-inspired designs,” she says. “I love that it’s Australian-made and designed, too.” Sparkk’s dedication…

THE UP-AND-COMER Normann Copenhagen ‘Geo’ jug The form: A thermal one litre jug in plastic made up of strong geometric shapes. What makes it special? The recipient of a Red Dot Award in 2013, the ‘Geo’ has an exaggerated geometric shape with a squat base and a pronounced beak like lip that sets it well apart from other jugs. Of course, its main feature is that it has thermal properties so it can be used for cold or hot beverages but it’s the bold geometric look that forces everyone to take notice. While the jug was launched initially as a standalone product, it has since been joined by an entire collection of items around the concept of drinking beverages sugar bowls, milk jugs, canisters and trays. Designer Nicholai Wiig Hansen…

“Our brief was modernist with 1980s style. Our architects’ work is quite kid-friendly and robust” DEREK SWALWELL, OWNER For photographer Derek Swalwell and food stylist GeorgiaYoung, coming off second best in a bidding war at auction proved to be the win of a lifetime.“The man who owned the house next door saw we had missed out and approached us to say he was thinking about selling,” says Derek. “He asked whether we wanted to come and have a look at his place, so we did – and ended up buying it.At a much better price, too!” Despite the property being a huge uninhabited mess, with a lawnmower in the bathroom and fishing gear in the shower, it was structurally solid.With the help of Georgia’s dad, a retired carpenter,…

the story so far Sandra and Anthony moved into this rural home in Mittagong, NSW, two years ago with their two teenage daughters, plus their two dogs, a cat, four horses, seven sheep, and an abundance of chooks. The house is set on 42 acres, 4km down a dirt road. “We feel as if we’re in the country but really we’re only 7km from town,” says Sandra. No-one is quite sure when the dwelling was built but consensus is that the home was built in the early ’70s with various additions made between then and now. Initial plans to demolish and rebuild were shelved when Sandra and Anthony slowly fell in love with the “old girl who wants to be modernised but retain her country vibe”. But the couple’s main…

“I DIDN’T WANT TO COMPROMISE ON HOW IT LOOKED; IT HAD TO BE BOTH BEAUTIFUL AND PRACTICAL” HELLEN PAPPAS, INTERIOR DESIGNER before After years of putting up with a dated, dark and cramped kitchen, the empty-nester owners of this Sydney apartment were desperate for a radical change.As one of them is in a wheelchair, addressing their functional needs was obviously key, but the couple had clear ideas on how they wanted their new kitchen to look, too. Interior designer Hellen Pappas of H Interior Design was brought in to bring the couple’s vision of a “light, bright, practical and airy room” to reality.“They also wanted more storage and circulation space around the kitchen and to open it up to the rest of the apartment as it was very enclosed before,”…

There’s nothing quite as divisive in the style and design world as colour. In the left corner are those who believe there actually are 50 shades of grey and would prefer to try all 50 before committing to colour. In the right corner are those who can’t live without colour and the mood it creates. Neutrals reign supreme in the wet zone, but is there a colour-by-number approach to consider? We talk to those in the know in the case of whether brilliant or subtle tones should have a place in the bathroom – cue Law & Order’s ‘dun dun’. background check The first piece of evidence to present is acknowledging the practical needs of a bathroom, but also its capacity to be a relaxing sanctuary. Whether you use a…

statement freestanding baths Laze in luxury with one of these bathing beauties, whether it’s compact or oversized WE’RE LOVING… The slightly raised end of this long tub, perfect for resting weary heads. countertop basins New materials and shapes mean you’re spoiled for choice toilet suites Because, well, you can’t really do without it! WE’RE LOVING… The sleek look of this clever design. An absolute must for lovers of minimalist style. wall-hung vanities Make your daily routine a little sweeter with a well-designed bathroom unit WE’RE LOVING… The dark, mysterious look of this dramatic vanity – as well as all that storage space!…

In his 30 years in the industry, garden designer Michael Bates has seen it all. In The New Australian Garden , he details how our interest in interior design has led to a more architectural approach to our gardens.This tapestry of red sandstone garden beds inspired by tectonic plates and featuring blue fescue, cardboard cycads and ponytail palms, is the result of a project by Michael, landscape architect Vladimir Sitta of Terragram and architect Luigi Rosselli.…

on a crisp spring day, a beach picnic is a weekend highlight – don’t forget to pack throws, enamelware and a delish drink or two when it comes to seafood, go local and fresh. Pairing your fish with aromatic flavours and a zesty dressing is a guaranteed way to warm you and your palate up white fish brandade with pickled Asian vegetables SERVES 4 2 cups (500ml) milk 2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved 250g sebago potatoes, peeled and chopped 400g firm white fish fillets, skinless and bones removed Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ½ cup coriander leaves ½ cup Vietnamese mint leaves Chargrilled sourdough bread, to serve ASIAN VEGETABLE PICKLE 1 cup raw sugar 2 cups (500ml) apple cider vinegar…

“It’s so easy to pick fresh lettuce, herbs and other greens to use straightaway” LEONIE GRIMSHAW, HOMEOWNER Within cooee of the beach on the central coast of New South Wales, this texturally layered garden evokes plenty of happy childhood memories for Leonie Grimshaw. It was the family’s holiday place as Leonie grew up. Now, it’s Leonie and her partner John Holland’s home, where they’ve built their idyllic coastal abode and garden. Layers of memories are woven into this garden, with Leonie paying homage to her mother for inspiring her love of gardening. When Leonie conceived this project, her mother encouraged her to hire a landscape designer to create what she had imagined. “I am so glad she did,” says Leonie. “It was always going to be a gardener’s garden,”…

Lettuce With a shallow root structure and easy-going nature, lettuce doesn’t mind growing in close quarters, particularly amongst its salad friends. To maximise yield, pick leaf by leaf, taking from the outer mature leaves and working your way in. Make sure to water first thing in the morning; most pests are active at night. Herbs Presenting great value and perfectly suited to pots, herbs have almost monopolised the small space veggie patch awards. Much like with lettuce, harvesting stimulates subsequent growth. When growing herbs in pots ensure you use good-quality organic potting mix and to water well. Most herbs (with the exception of mint) will love the sunniest space you can afford them. Nasturtium Completely edible and delicious (from its flowers to leaves, stem and pods), a vertical climber (and…

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Q Where is most of the cost in a bathroom renovation – the labour, the materials, or something else? I’m trying to work out how best to save money. Belinda, via email “Everything can add up in a bathroom. It’s one of the most expensive rooms to renovate as it involves so many trades: a builder, electrician, plumber, tiler and painter at a minimum. It’s also quite labour-intensive for the size of the room. Keeping the plumbing in the same place and minimising electrical changes should save some money. Fixtures and fittings are a good way to save money, too; there are some good-quality products on the market that don’t cost a bomb. The type of tiling also changes the cost substantially; a simple 300mm x 600mm wall tile is…

ISCD / DESIGNER RUGS winner AN ABSTRACT TAKE ON RIPPLING WATER AND REFRACTED LIGHT ‘ROCK POOL’ BY LINDA CUNNINGHAM “I see my rug in a contemporary coastal home with natural textured wood furnishings,” says Linda. Completing her Certificate IV in Design at ISCD via distance from her home in far northern NSW, and chatting with fellow students online, Linda started with a realistic design inspired by her own photographs of local tidal pools. This then gave way to an abstracted version. “The trickiest part of the process was letting go of that original idea,” she says. Her palette incorporates shades of ocean blue, and neutral tones “so that the rug would be able to fit into a variety of interiors.” The assignment taught Linda something about the process of design.…

It’s one of the most overlooked elements of a renovation but a lighting plan is an important factor to consider. Light enhances the mood and atmosphere of a zone while task lighting is a practical necessity in a kitchen. This bright area ticks all the boxes. During the day, sunshine floods in and, to counter the high ceilings, track lighting and pendant lights come into their own in the evening.The track lighting also suits the home’s modernist style – turn to page 72 for a look.…

Moving to the lush northern NSW coastline with their two sons had been a dream for Melbourne-based artists Rosetta and John Santucci for years. Each time they visited Rosetta’s sister in Lennox Head, they felt more and more at home.The family loved their life in cosmopolitan Melbourne, but they were growing out of their tiny Footscray cottage.They drew up plans to extend, but the whole exercise proved too costly.Then the idea of moving to NSW started to feel more tangible.“It was a big decision, but I knew there was an amazing Steiner school in Byron Bay, plus John had health issues and couldn’t continue film work,” says Rosetta.“The stars were aligning to make this move happen, and it did!” Finding a home in the area that ticked all the boxes…

the Panel’s advice Andrew Benn Architect and director, Benn + Penna Architecture, bennandpenna.com At the moment, the huge dining table is in the outside living area because it’s the only area big enough to house it. Seeing as Sandra and Anthony entertain all year round, that’s not a permanent solution. The solution is to extend the current living area out over the existing verandah to create one giant living, dining and entertaining space – it would benefit from the wonderful outlook and contrast nicely with the more rambling, intimate rooms throughout the rest of the house. The front door would need to be moved and incorporated to the side of the filled-in verandah, which would actually free up space for the work Sandra and Anthony are planning to do in…

before The communal kitchen of the photographic studios where Inside Out shoot magic happens is one of the unloved corners of our work world. Fed up with dirty cups and empty lunch containers littering every surface, we teamed up with IKEA to give the space a makeover. Around the same size as your average apartment kitchen at 3.7 metres by 4.4 metres, it has the same challenges, so it was a good way to put the flat-pack kitchen team to the test. When planning began, we wanted to solve a few core problems. Firstly, we wanted to change the perception of the space. Instead of a grey-lit work zone, the kitchen needed to feel like a welcoming space you actually want to make tea, coffee and food in. If the…

Following trends can be a risky business; no-one wants their new wet area to look dated before the year’s out, particularly after you’ve spent blood, sweat and tears – and a fair bit of cash – creating it. But with more than 300,000 bathroom installations projected for the coming year, keeping up with international ideas and tracking attitudes to colour and materials is one way to ensure that your plans are current. Daniella Santilli, bathroom business manager at Reece, braved the ISH bathroom fair in Frankfurt, Germany this year – it’s an overwhelming experience, with 260,000 square metres of bathroom inspiration, 2400 exhibitors and more than 200,000 visitors. We asked her to distil a few of the big-picture ideas she found there, and translate them into ideas for local renovators.…

Mix & Match. Layer natural materials like marble and oak, and have a bit of fun with black tapware. These unique finishes and materials create exquisite contrast. X-factor metallics.  From rose gold to chorme, metallics are the hottest trend in tapware right now. Unique materials.  Experiment with textures and tones and find a bathroom that is unique to you. Let your instinct be your texture style guide. A unique blend of surfaces and finishes offer a feast for the senses. Find more bathroom inspiration at reece.com.au/bathrooms/inspiration…

Food stylist and author Kirsten Jenkins, who owns this peaceful beach getaway with her partner, shares her style tips on making the most of a coastal location “We decided that the most important step in transforming it would be to paint the whole place white including ceiling beams, walls and the floorboards, which we white-washed” KIRSTEN JENKINS, HOMEOWNER Maximise the views “When we purchased the house, it was incredibly rundown and had nothing to suggest it was a beachside home.We decided that the most important step in transforming it would be to paint the whole place white including ceiling beams, walls and the floorboards, which we white-washed. Suddenly, the whole internal structure seemed to disappear and all you could see was the amazing view; there was a real sense…

the farm salad with almond cream SERVES 4 1 beetroot, peeled, julienned using a mandoline 4 radishes, finely sliced 1 butter lettuce, leaves roughly torn 2 spring onions, white and green parts, finely sliced Handful of snow peas, julienned Handful of rocket leaves Handful of red-veined sorrel ¼ bunch of flat-leaf parsley, leaves picked and chopped Mixed seeds, such as sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds and flaxseeds, to serve (optional) ALMOND CREAM 50g sourdough bread, crust on, torn into small pieces 175ml full-cream milk 35ml extra virgin olive oil 150g toasted almonds 2½ tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 tsp dijon mustard Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon Salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper, to taste DRESSING Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon 1 tsp dijon mustard…

Yucca (Yucca recurvata) The strappy shape and smooth texture of these leaves make this a superb feature. This robust succulent plant thrives on very little TLC. Rosemary (Rosmarinus ‘Blue Lagoon’) This easy-to-grow herb is both culinary and decorative with its aromatic leaves and masses of pretty blue flowers. Powder-puff tree (Calliandra haematocephala) The colourful flowers of this evergreen shrub or small tree are attractive to birds, bees and butterflies. Silver spoons (Kalanchoe hildebrandtii) Silvery leaves are the star element of this small shrub, which is ideal as a low water-use groundcover. Indian hawthorn (Raphiolepis indica) Small glossy dark-green leaves show off the white flowers on this neat shrub used beside the deck. Felt bush (Kalanchoe beharensis) The velvet-soft olive-green leaves of this succulent grow in sculptural shapes to create a…

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I live in a fairly urban area, but I’ve heard it’s OK to keep chickens. I’d love to try it, but what’s your opinion on the pros and cons? Tony, via email Such a coincidence that I’d pick up your note as I stamp the mud off my Hunters and come inside with an apron-full of fresh eggs supplied by my own roosting pair, Yoko and Katsu. So there, I’ve outed myself as a lover of the city chook but you’re wise to consider the arguments for and against hen husbandry, since they are legion. When you say ‘fairly urban’,Tony, I wish you’d indulged me with more detail. Are we talking urban as in a neat bungalow on a grass plot, but quite near an arterial road and a big-box…

WINNING PIN! Our September cover home is contemporary cool yet inviting, with an interesting mix of materials, like this dramatic black timber, throughout. Pin on, we say. Need some ideas on keeping your outdoor space dog friendly? Check out Daniel Tyrrell’s tips on ‘how to dog proof your garden design’ – it was our most popular tweet last month. reader spotlight Scandi flourishes with a pop of colour – @madebymowie’s dining area style is right on trend. Show us how you do style using #sharemystyle and @insideoutmag. most double-tapped A classic exterior won over our Instagram followers this month, with this image from our September cover home scoring more than 4000 likes. IN YOUR NEWS FEED The Block is back baby, and haven’t we been patient? Our recap of the…

TRADITIONAL  why it works: This elegant pair has old-school charm Perrin & Rowe ‘Ionian’ kitchen tap, $1143, The English Tapware Company, english tapware.com.au. Renaissance ‘Snowdon’ double fluted sink, $1450, Belfast Sinks, belfastsinks.com.au. IN THE BLACK  why it works: Clean, strong forms make a serious style impact Abey ‘Schock Signus’ sink in Magma, $1451, Winning Appliances, winning appliances.com.au. ‘MK01’ matte black kitchen mixer, $349, Meir, meir.com.au. BIT OF BLING  why it works: Give your space the Midas touch with this golden couple ‘Decorium’ inset/undermount sink in Light Gold, $490, Bunnings, bunnings.com.au. ‘Vivid’ slimline sink mixer in Brushed Gold, $452, Phoenix Tapware, phoenixtapware.com.au.…

What was your path to garden design? My career kicked off in my parents’ garden. I would secretly garden when everyone was out of the house so my brothers wouldn’t tease me! I did my landscape construction trade and worked on the tools for a few years. I then moved into landscape design and after about three years, I was keen to learn more so I studied interior design. How does your styling eye inform your garden design work? I truly believe it’s just as important to have a good design, as it is to finish it off with good styling. I put a lot of time and attention into the styling of all of our gardens. Nailing the two is my secret recipe to a successful outdoor space! What’s…

Master suites are the crème de la crème of any spectacular home. While bathrooms and kitchens sell houses, a great master bedroom will pull at a buyer’s heartstrings and whisper softly ‘Imagine yourself in this space at the end of the day’. And you do – it’s the very last straw of an ‘emotional buy’, and while we’re all told to buy smart, it’s human nature to picture yourself locked away from the world (and the kids). These rooms are no different: all have an oasis-like feel with huge amounts of kid-free space, and while some are a bit more effective than others in creating that perfect retreat, whoever buys one of these homes can be sure they’re buying that little slice of luxury we all dream of. HOUSE 1…

The kitchen is often the busy heart of the home, and for stationery designer Brooke and her builder husband Adrian, this is simply fact. When the couple were designing their long-dreamed-of home in Sydney’s Caringbah South, all the details were carefully considered, especially for the kitchen. From the open-plan layout to storage, finishes, fixtures and access to natural light, their attention to detail in the planning stage was the key to getting the space right. When Brooke and Adrian purchased the home in 2007, it was a quaint ’50s cottage.They knew that they would have to upgrade the house to accommodate a family but “we loved the block as it was big and leafy,” says Brooke.The plan was to move into Brooke’s parents’ house for two years while renting out…

True collaboration between a home’s owner and its designer almost always leads to great results, so when the owners of this Stockholm apartment - one of Sweden’s leading stylists and her architect partner – are also the designers, all the signs point to a successful renovation.When Lotta Agaton and Fredrik Wallner first saw the 200-square-metre apartment, it was the high ceilings and period details they were drawn to.“It was an old apartment with a traditional floorplan,” says Lotta. Now, she says, her home has a “more practical floorplan that fits a family of six, with five bedrooms and a big open space for living and eating.” A total rethink of the floorplan was necessary to accommodate busy family life, with Fredrik moving the kitchen, refurbishing all the bathrooms and designing…

After a busy week jetting in and out of airports, hotels and meetings with suitcases in tow, Melbourne couple Linda and Sam relish heading home for the weekend. Working in finance, both balance hectic schedules.Their house has to be more than just a place to recharge – it needs to be a zone where everything works effortlessly and efficiently to keep their busy lives in motion. While the inner Melbourne house they bought in late 2014 was blessed with light and space, where each room linked to a landscaped garden, some spots simply didn’t function well. “The bathrooms were the really practical parts of the house that we were struggling with,” says Linda.“We loved the space but we felt like it hadn’t been used very efficiently in the fit-out. Interior…

family fridges Look for the latest innovations at the cool end of town cooktops Find a stovetop to suit your kitchen layout and cooking style ovens & cookers Whether you’re a chef in the making or a reheating expert, you’ll need a cooking zone that works for you and your family WE’RE LOVING… This wide built-in oven, perfect for everything from everyday dinners to entertaining. dishwashers It’s your greatest friend in the kitchen, so don’t skimp on functionality or style WE’RE LOVING… The clean, compact lines of the slimline DishDrawer, plus the convenience of the slide-out drawer.…

Q Hi Peter, I love my parents dearly but, as they’re getting older, we kids are beginning to talk about the fact that we may need to consider a smaller place for them. It’s all very uncomfortable but how do I talk to them about downsizing? Fiona, Malvern, Vic A Hi Fiona. Actually, I think it’s a pretty admirable thing you’re doing. I’ve seen far too many families have to deal with the difficult task of managing a parent’s possessions while also dealing with the stress of their poor health. The only way around it is to have as much of a plan in place before any actual event happens. Nobody wants to have this kind of chat… it feels like it’s going to be stressful and sad. So,…

EAT & DRINK Cupitt’s Winery “This is a cellar door with a great restaurant and beautiful grounds. On Sunday afternoons in summer they have live bands play.” 58 Washburton Rd, Ulladulla. cupitt.com.au. St. Isidore “This is a great one hat rural restaurant run by a husband and wife team, with a beautiful kitchen garden.” 89 Croobyar Rd, Milton. stisidore.com.au. Tallwood “Go here for modern Australian cuisine and their breakfast is excellent.” 2/85 Tallwood Ave, Mollymook Beach. tallwoodeat.com.au. Milk Haus “Set in an old cheese factory, this cafe serves gorgeous vegetarian and health minded food.” 170 Woodstock Rd, Woodstock. milkhaus.com.au. Native “This is where you’ll find the best coffee on the South Coast.” 2/84 Princes Hwy, Ulladulla. nativecafe.com.au. Bannisters By The Sea “I love both Bannisters for different reasons. The original…

+ counterbalance ingredients One of my top tips for matching a salad with another dish is to use ingredients that counterbalance each other. For example, sweet and succulent lamb ribs are perfect with bitter leaves, such as radicchio or witlof, to cut through the richness. And soft slow-braised pork belly goes nicely with a crunchy shaved cabbage number. + texture Try adding raw vegetables for flavour and crunch, such as cabbage, beetroot, broccoli, cauliflower, radish, carrot, snow peas, onion, zucchini, squash or brussels sprouts. I also love incorporating rice, pulses, grains, nuts and seeds for added nutrition, texture and flavour. + seasonal produce is king Get your hands on whatever produce looks amazing and work around that. If asparagus is in season, make that the star and pair it perhaps…

MODERN WEAVE Globewest’s new ‘Granada’ collection gives woven outdoor furniture an edge in an on-trend olive green tone. Easy chair, $775; ‘Evie’ cushion, $90; and side table, $360, globewest.com.au. natural instincts Pamper your pooch with a Cloud7Berlin dog mat/blanket, made of recycled hemp, organic cotton, wool and cashmere. From $132 each at Lavish Tails, lavishtails.com.au. upcoming exhibition Zakkia’s latest pieces are ideal for curated green displays, from the tapered vase to botanical vases (from $39 each). And a must have for any indoor plant lover is the plant mister ($79). Visit zakkia.com.au. IN THE FOLD Inspired by the delicate nature of paper realised in fold d metal, this refined ‘Fur Square’ outdoor light is the esult of a collaboration between Christel H Design Studio and Marz Designs. It’s $585; go…

BOCONCEPT If there’s one thing that Scandinavians do even better than crime dramas, it’s instilling furniture with a beautiful aesthetic and easy practicality. The new ‘Billund’ table from BoConcept fits these Danish design conventions perfectly with its elegant form and flip-top function. The table can be folded and pushed against a wall for two-person dining or opened out for four people. It sits perfectly with ‘Aarhus’ dining chairs by renowned designer Henrik Pedersen. Visit boconcept.com IITTALA Add a twist of elegant European style to your nightcap with the classic Aarne glassware collection, available at Iittala. First released in the early 1950s by Finnish artist and glass designer Göran Hongell, the series includes hand-blown cordial, champagne, whisky, beer and cocktail glasses, and remains a marker of exquisite taste today. Aarne is…