Backyard and Outdoor Living

A WANDER THROUGH THE PORTAL

If a certain Alice found her way to the suburb of Collaroy in Sydney, chances are she’d feel right at home at Through the Portal. This residence contains plenty for the curious to explore, starting with the signature namesake sculpture.

Designed as a wow factor in the garden, the “Portal” sculpture creates a point of difference. While the style of the small, southern-facing front garden and entrance is industrial, “the sculpture

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