Australian House & Garden

Happy returns

EXTERIOR

The landscape design by Dangar Barin Smith sets the tone for the green-filled palette of the home. Exterior painted Resene Quarter Karaka with timber trims painted Resene Jaguar. ‘Hemmingway’ double outdoor swing in Black, Byron Bay Hanging Chairs.

STAIRCASE

The custom Articolo Studios 11-ball multi-drop pendant light drips down the centre of the newly positioned spiral staircase, adding drama. Walls painted Dulux Whisper White. Havwoods ‘Aspen’ Venture Plank European oak flooring throughout.

After a decade abroad, this family of five swapped the chilly temperatures of Chicago for the warmth of Sydney. But what proved to be the ultimate homecoming was their new house. They worked closely with Weir Phillips Architects and interior designer Sophie Brecht of Sophie Ellen Designs, but most of the project was done remotely. The couple grew up in the area so knew the location well but,

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