Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2023 i Inside Out

Working in the residential building and renovation sector is a great place to be for lots of reasons, but mainly because Australians are so obsessed with the idea of home, and making places and spaces to not just inhabit but to really live in. That kind of market force helps to foster an industry of future thinkers who are dynamic and creative, able to design and manufacture beautiful products and pieces that deliver comfort and beauty as well as address the increasing challenges of materials, energy, waste and budget. In this issue, we’ve pulled together a portfolio of amazing local design talent doing just that – making incredible things that are sustainable, clever and beautiful. Please turn to Discoveries on page 27 to meet some of the most impressive Australians…

COLLECTIBLES LET’S DANCE A vase with dangly glass earrings? Why not! The Happy Vase from the new Maison Balzac range La Danse brings whimsy and elegance to the table. In Amber/Pink/Clear and priced at $189.MAISONBALZAC.COM great her days Folk Studio recently transformed Salon HER, the home of hair colourist Michael Kelly in Sydney’s Darlinghurst. The new design marries the functionality of a hair salon with familiar comforts, and is like a beautiful balayage in the way it blends neutrals and bold colour. SALONHER.COM STYLISH STAY NEALE’S PICK On your next Melbourne jaunt, book in to the Neale Whitaker suite at Laneways by Ovolo. All the soft furnishings, limited-edition objects and original artworks were chosen by Neale, including this painting by Nunzio Miano. OVOLOHOTELS.COM BOOT CAMP Teva walks us into the…

30% faster and more efficient than a traditional oven – savour every second This dream machine makes cooking a breeze. From extra crispy food to grilling perfection, the Tefal Easy Fry Oven & Grill allows you to prepare up to three meals at once. There are nine functions and eight pre-set automatic programs, a die-cast grill grid, multiple racks and practical accessories so you can whip up a variety of delicious dishes. Skip the oil and deep frying, and opt for a healthier alternative. Air fry, roast, grill, bake, broil, toast, rotisserie and reheat… or use the dehydrate function to create healthy homemade snacks like dried fruit and preserve ingredients like fresh herbs. You’ll wonder how you ever managed without this all-in-one kitchen appliance. Cook like a pro with the…

HARVEYNORMAN.COM.AU online | mobile | in store Hands-free Auto MilQ texturing with milk settings for Almond, Soy, Oat and Dairy From lattes and cappuccinos to long blacks and macchiatos, enjoy coffee at the touch of your fingertips with Breville The Barista Touch ™ Impress. The Barista Guidance navigates you through every step with the Impress Puck System, precise extraction and hands-free velvety microfoam milk with alternative milk settings. Auto MilQ automatically calibrates the pressure and timing for silky smooth soy, almond, oat and dairy based coffees. Barista-quality performance Skip the cafe and satisfy your caffeine craving with professional-quality coffee at the tap of a finger. There’s no mess or fuss with an integrated grinder delivering the right amount of ground coffee on demand. The Impress Puck System, with Intelligent Dosing…

scene setting Think purple palms and pink flamingos Melburnians Belinda and Tristan Alexander loved their time in west-coast America so much that they brought the look home with them – literally. Their new place is a tribute to the modernist elegance of Palm Springs, augmented by a killer contemporary art collection that starts at the door. This work by fine-art photographer Kate Ballis is from a series called Hyperphantasia and it does a great job of drawing people out to the protected loggia just off the living space, where an Ellis table and Diiva chairs by Grazia & Co are expertly paired. Resin accessories from Fenton & Fenton complete the picture. Turn the page for more.…

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The temptation to renovate or build on your own might be strong, but is it wise? Those who hire a designer or collaborate with an interior expert know the value of such a move. Here, Mardi Doherty, the award-winning interior designer and founder of Melbourne’s Studio Doherty, presents the pros. Why exactly should a person engage a great interior designer for their build? To get a considered approach to the project, and a different perspective. Interior designers are problem solvers with an innate sense of style and aesthetic – a skill they use to think outside the box and utilise interior space more functionally, so creating something you hadn’t expected is often the outcome. We can also increase the value of your home, as engaging a good interior designer can…

sculpted garden A tree shapes up as the centrepiece Little wonder the cartoon-like Queensland bottle tree is such a firm favourite with the owners of this Sydney garden by Trystan Graham of Sydney’s Outdoor Establishments. Shown at right, its almost-comical shape (an elegant crown on a chunky trunk) is a talking point beside the entry, where it’s underplanted with aloes and paired with a line of trimmed Indian hawthorn for visual interest. Turn the page for more details.…

Q What are the best options for an outdoor sound system that will look good and hold up in our climate? Outdoor sound systems are the perfect addition to enhance any garden, but to survive Australian climates, quality is a must! French brand Focal is a perfect example of audio products that continue to push the boundaries in sound excellence and aesthetics without comprising on quality. The brand’s outdoor speaker collection, Littora, offers many options to suit various garden designs and sizes. Built to withstand any weather conditions and combining French savoir-faire and elegance, Littora is the perfect solution for your garden. Focal products can be found exclusively at Addicted To Audio. addictedtoaudio.com.au GEORGE POUTAKIDIS, CEO & FOUNDER, ADDICTED TO AUDIO Q I am looking for a stand-up desk thatis…

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HARVEYNORMAN.COM.AU online | mobile | in store Opulence with sophisticated technology Easter lunch goes next-level with the massive capacity of the Smeg 90cm Portofino Induction Freestanding Oven. Inspired by the hues of the picturesque houses lining the shores of Portofino, this stylish range is about more than just good looks. The generous 126-litre capacity oven allows you to cook two roasts side by side with all the vegetables baking at the same time. The new unique cavity shape maximises insulation within the oven, optimising its energy performance, resulting in an A+ energy efficiency rating. The Smeg Portofino Colour Collection Say hello to the ultimate freestanding cooker Succulent roasts, crisp pastry and fluffy cakes are what you’ll experience with Smeg’s perfectly controlled cooking environment. Thermoseal maintains the right atmospheric balance in…

Having affordable quality products is the biggest driving force in a thriving interiors business, according to Alice McMullin of homewares and furniture company McMullin & co. “And also, not having to follow a trend,” she quickly adds. “I just work from what we think is a great product and go with it. We don’t have that attitude of, you’ve got to do a collection where everything looks the same. It should be items that you can pair with each other so they tell a story.” Alice’s venture into the design world started after a trip to Indonesia, where she purchased pieces to sell back home. Before long, she was designing her own items and McMullin & co was born. “We had upholsterers next to us and I thought, ‘Oh, we…

legends of the fall Blinds and curtains work well in tandem This home is a renovation project by DNA of Design, which worked with Luxaflex on all the custom window coverings. “We love how blinds and curtains add texture, softness and a layered effect to our rooms, making them feel finished. They also provide light and temperature control, which every family needs,” says DNA co-owner Deb Saunders. Luxaflex sheers bring sophistication to the main bedroom, along with a line-up of contemporary furniture, art and accessories from Urban Road. Turn the page for more information.…

get cozze Few things in life beat a sizzling pizza slice brimming with your fave topping. Now you can have it to your liking all the time at home with a Cozze ‘CZ90551’ 13-inch pizza oven, $397. appliancesonline.com.au TOP GLASS Summer may have passed but the colours of the season are yours year-round, thanks to Noritake’s super-smart IVV ‘Todo Modo’ tumblers. This rainbow set of six is $178. noritake.com.au TOOL TIME Scanpan’s collection of silicone tools with carbonised ashwood handles are non-stick and heat-resistant up to 230°C. The range of nine essential pieces includes the soup ladle and frypan turner shown, both $19.95. scanpan.com.au TEXTURED & TOUGH The metallic-inspired finish of Beaumont Tiles’ hard-wearing Oxid range brings an understated beauty to any contemporary or vintage-style space. The 600mm x 600mm…

Alove of the bottle – the Queensland bottle tree, that is – inspired the design of this sculptural garden on Sydney’s upper North Shore. Two mature specimens, their elegant canopies in quirky contrast to the bulbous trunks, grace the front and the back; one ushers visitors to the front door, while the other provides the perfect spot for the owners to pause and soak up their surroundings. The couple bought the property in 2017, because of the calm, leafy neighbourhood, but, most importantly, its level block, “which would allow us to build a home that was useable and easy for my wife and me [to live in] as we got older,” says the owner. After bulldozing the original house, in 2020 they presented Trystan Graham of Outdoor Establishments with a…

comfort zone Celebrating the best of Australian design and our way of life, the new Something Worth Keeping campaign by King embraces comfort, versatility and raw natural appeal. One of the featured pieces is the Zaza sofa, which was conceptualised by designer Charles Wilson to epitomise laid-back luxury. The sleek silhouette (shown with flexible sides) and fabric or leather options ensures the Zaza, priced from $4990, is as beautiful and durable as it gets. More new King Living designs will be released throughout 2023. kingliving.com.au…

Precision baking starts here From delicate cakes to feather-light mousse and meringues, the Kenwood Titanium Chef Baker XL Benchtop Mixer makes delicious desserts easily. The digitally controlled powerful motor makes light work of heavy doughs and dense cake mixes with its planetary mixing action. It offers 13 variable speeds, including the new Pulse and Fold functions, plus three stir interval speeds. There are four tools – whisk, dough tool, K beater and creaming beater – for evenly mixing soft ingredients. The LightLift head makes it simple to add ingredients to your mix as you go: just press the head release button and pop them in. Built-in scales save time and mess How handy to be able to weigh ingredients directly into the bowl, either incrementally or individually. Thanks to the…

cheat sheet Who lives here A professional couple with four children aged 11 to 20. Style of home An updated five-bedroom house with Art Deco features. Location Sydney’s eastern suburbs, traditional land of the Bidjigal and Gadigal peoples. The renovation took 10 months, from August 2019 to June 2020. When the owners bought this luminescent P&O-style home in Sydney’s eastern suburbs in 2016, they were wooed by its sweeping curves and svelte steel windows, but the layout left them marooned. Looking for a solution, they explored various ports of call with architects Potter & Wilson before reaching this idyllic destination. “I was confronted with a labyrinth of rooms and convoluted circulation, which created dark, enclosed areas with no connection to the garden,” says Potter & Wilson principal Imogene Potter. “A…

cheat sheet Who stays here Richard and Emily Young plus their children: Annabel, 21, Edwina, 18, and Audrey, 14. Style of home A completely overhauled three-bedroom 1960s beach house. Location Emu Bay on the north coast of Kangaroo Island in South Australia, traditional land of the Ramindjeri, Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Barngalla nations. The year-long renovation took place in 2018. For Emily Young and her husband Richard, the story of their family is deeply tied to Emu Bay on South Australia’s Kangaroo Island – a holiday spot governed by tides, sunsets and simple pleasures such as fishing, swimming and the art of the afternoon snooze. This is also the location of their longtime holiday home, a 1960s beach ‘shack’ called Hamilton House, which was renovated from top to bottom in 2018.…

LOOKING GOOD Selecting rods and tracks Whether your curtain hardware is a complementary accent or designed to make a bold statement, it can enhance the overall finish, says Vera Meharg, marketing communications manager at Luxaflex Window Fashions. “Curtain hardware can create a different look and feel for the space based on the window design and architectural requirements of the home,” she explains. The choice of track and rod may also depend on the heading style of the curtain, whether it’s a double-pinch pleat, triple-pinch pleat, inverted pleat, pencil pleat or wave fold. “For example, Luxaflex’s U-Track is a minimalist option for a discreet and unobtrusive look that complements modern and traditional architecture,” says Vera. “It pairs well with a heading style such as the very popular S-wave. A rod track…

We chat to online rug retailer Alexandra Tanya Weller (shown with French bulldog Gigi). What do you look for when choosing rugs for a kitchen? Practicality is key. Fibre and construction are the elements to carefully select. But I would also consider tone – what materials and elements do you have in the space? The rug can be the anchor to bring the whole look together. Which materials are the best? Something stain-resistant and durable like polypropylene, or anything indoor-outdoor like a PET rug made from recycled bottles. Those fibres have come such a long way and can be made to feel soft and luxurious. How do you ensure a kitchen rug stays in great shape? I recommend an underlay – the kitchen gets a lot of foot traffic and…

PETTY PANDEAN-ELLIOTT Chef, writer, entrepreneur and philanthropist Born in North Sulawesi, Petty Pandean-Elliott is an award-winning chef and the author of several bestselling cookbooks. A pioneer in modern Indonesian cuisine, she has collaborated with leading hotel groups and acted as a judge for Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants and the World’s 50 Best Restaurants (in 2016 and 2017), among other notable achievements in the past two decades. Now based in the UK with her British husband, she tells the story of her heritage in the land of nutmeg and cloves through the 150 recipes that make up The Indonesian Table. chicken soto with turmeric and lemongrass This is my ultimate comfort food. The explosion of flavours and textures brings a smile to my world. Nearly every community around the Indonesian archipelago, and…

made to order Designer Anne-Claire Petre is the force behind Anaca Studio, a Melbourne company specialising in bespoke, sustainable furniture. Her range has recently expanded to include the Pier collection of hero pieces – customisable beds, dining tables and coffee tables in various timbers, inspired by a desire for simpler shapes. “They’re in beautifully soft and calming tones,” reports Anne-Claire. “The collection is moody but relaxing at the same time, just like the way you may feel when sitting on a pier, feet hanging over the water under a brooding sky.” Solid American oak dining table, from $4000. anacastudio.com.au…