Issue #24.2 2022

Home Design

Interior and Exterior Design

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Editor April Ossington Deputy Editor Louise Smithers Sub-Editor Michelle Segal Contributors Lauren Clarke, Carrol Baker Art Director Martha Rubazewicz Advertising Enquiries & Bookings NSW: Anthea Hamilton P: 02 9887 0311 M: 0414 319 271 E: ahamilton@
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Design SOCIETY
Iver is the exciting new Australian brand offering aspirational yet accessible door hardware and accessories. Although new to the market, Iver’s creator — Adelaide-based Southern Design Group (SDG) — has been in the industry since 1982 and is today a
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Ed’s LETTER
Bring out the fine china and put on Everyone your favourite party attire — it’s time to celebrate! Welcome to the annual Collector’s Edition. It’s jam-packed full of sound advice, fresh trends, and the latest styles and products to help you create yo
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Pierce Widera
Forget Pierce Brosnan, the hottest Pierce going around right now is of the Widera variety. Melbourne-based Pierce Widera is the creative partnership of Amy Pierce and Nat Widera. The award-winning architecture and interior design practice has been pa
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OUT & ABOUT
Coco Republic’s new flagship store in Balgowlah is here and it’s stunning! Designed by award-winning architects Alexander & Co, the three-storey retail store sprawls over 2650sqm, making it the largest supersite of its kind. It offers a unique and in
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AZ DE LA CRUZ & JAMIE
Driven by a creative curiosity fuelled by the romance of creating more than just a space or a photograph, Haus of Cruze has made a name for itself as an inspirational and intuitive company that takes an evocative approach to every project. Offering s
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Brahman Perera
Known affectionately as Brem, Brahman Perera is an interdisciplinary designer with experience across interiors, architecture, fashion and lighting design. A highly personal approach is at the heart of Brem’s practice. “I take a collective approach to
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Win Big more Than $10,000 Giveaway!
The Morsø Ignis firepit makes you feel at home with the pleasure of outdoor cooking. The flames crackle as the Ignis emanates a decadent warmth and a delicious aroma that only a real wood fire can bring. Owing to its clean lines and simple, functiona
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Dinner Winners
LUXURY LOOKS MID-TIER MAGIC STYLE THAT WON’T BREAK THE BANK
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Bespoke Electric Fireplaces
Blending versatility, style and function, the Amantii Bespoke range of electric fireplaces is hot property. With a state-of-the-art remote, adjustable colour spectrum and Wi-Fi capabilities that allow users to control the fire from their smartphone,
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Renovation Of The Year Awards 21/22
We called on our readers to enter their renovation before and after photos for a chance to win this prestigious award and huge exposure in the magazine and across its online and social media platforms. We looked at outstanding home transformations bo
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Outstanding Outdoor Furniture
Rotin is a lounge collection rethinking the way we relax outdoors. Using shape, colour and materiality to express contemporary outdoor living, the range includes a sofa, lounge armchair, coffee table and pouf. Taking cues from Asian tradition, bamboo
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Renovation Rescue
Renovating is a journey. The more preparation and planning you commit to, the greater your chance of a stress-free and successful outcome. There is much to do and decide during the planning stages. Acknowledging where to start is sometimes the most p
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Weathertex For The Win
Want your house to look great but don’t want to harm the planet in the process? You’re not alone, and the brains behind Weathertex have created external cladding and internal lining solutions that are good for your family and Mother Nature. Sustainab
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Ballarat Beauty
Built by Smith & Sons Ballarat and designed by Zarif Designs (with interior design by Jess Young), this Victorian residence is a far cry from its previous incarnation. Despite its shortcomings, the owner was keen to renovate rather than rebuild the s
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Here Comes The Sun
There’s something undeniably romantic about the idea of peeling the roof back to welcome in the sun. That’s exactly what the architects at Breathe did with this dated 1960s warehouse wedged between Brunswick’s Sydney Road and the rail line. The thoug
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Smith Project
Known for its surf beaches and stunning scenery, Torquay is home to this masterfully extended abode. Built by Smith & Sons Geelong, the extension consists of an office, master bedroom, walk-in robe and ensuite. Additionally, the home received a remod
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Transformation In Toowoomba
A house built in the ‘60s and occupied by a couple in their 60s has been given the Smith & Sons treatment. The owners decided to renovate their family home while still working, so it would be set up and ready for their retirement. Built by Smith & So
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Slice Of paradise
Smith & Sons Gold Coast Central was the builder responsible for the revitalisation of this Surfers Paradise unit, which is mostly used for holiday letting. Looking to completely renovate the 22-year-old unit, the owners — retirees from Melbourne — ar
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Ice, Ice, Baby!
Available in Australia from audio experts Premium Sound, the new Nordic Ice collection is a curated selection of some of Bang & Olufsen’s most timeless designs in a serene Scandinavian colour palette of contrasting cool and warm tones. “During these
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Home Is where The Solahart Is
Renovating your home? Looking to lower your power bills? Concerned about your household’s environmental impact? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it might be time to consider solar. The team from Solahart are the experts when it comes to
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Stylish Functionality
Choosing the right cabinet application for your kitchen, bathroom or living area can transform your home and boost its functionality. Blum’s AVENTOS lift systems not only provide functionality, but also give homeowners and renovators the ability to u
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Skirting Around The Issue
Timber mouldings are a product category that can be easily overlooked in your planning stages. However, timber has the ability to create a major impact on the appearance of your finished home. With so many choices and profiles, the decision on which
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Taking Control with Airtouch
Home automation technology is booming, and many things can now be controlled wirelessly within the home. Designed for Australian houses, AirTouch is a smart climate controller delivering greater comfort and energy savings from ducted air conditioners
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Fortune’s Favour
Fortune is built into ALMO, a recently renovated home in Victoria’s Albert Park. This 1920s abode has a history that’s rich with the romance of a life-changing roll of the dice. “So the story goes… the owner bet on a horse race. Their horse won big a
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Tale As Old As Time
Stories can be brought to life through architecture and design. If you’re searching for a house that tells a tale as old as time — one with a sense of dramatic flair, fun and changing fortune — look no further than Hawthorn Grove. This home was origi
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The Unexpected
When it comes to duplexes, we have certain expectations. Stock-standard, rectangular designs come to mind, with function versus form often favoured. Yet there’s magic in the unexpected. When a great designer takes a traditional concept and turns it i
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In the Family
Take a deep breath. Can you smell the scent of the sea breeze lingering in the air? The natural fragrance of the eucalypts dancing in the breeze? Then listen, down below. The gentle crash of waves hitting the shore is a peaceful symphony that invites
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Back To Black
This is a striking kitchen with dark features and plenty of personality. Grab a plate and take a seat at the custom-made island servery inside this showstopping space from Smart Joinery. Unlike its current incarnation, the original kitchen was less t
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Avoiding Renovation Regrets
Australia’s love affair with renovating is expected to continue not only because we love to renovate, but also because households increasingly prefer to direct excessive property transaction costs towards improving their existing homes rather than tr
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Fern Siebler
If Fern’s work looks familiar to you, it’s probably because you’ve seen it on The Block. Her creations featured for three consecutive years, as well as in House Rules in 2020. In that same year, Fern collaborated with Ella Bache and her art also appe
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In Your Element
Entering this spectacular home through a custom blackbutt door, guests are immediately consumed by the beauty of the view and the simplicity of the design. A modern bohemian vibe has influenced the styling and materials chosen, incorporating a palett
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CREATIVE SELECTION Artists In The Round
1/ Alanah’s oil paintings have been described as works that spiritually evolve abstract into reality, capturing the essence of the sea, its rolling movement and light on its surface. As a washed-up scuba instructor (pun intended), Alanah knows that s
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Home Sweet Home
Left Bank Art Group has been cultivating and curating artistic talent, fine-art printing and framing on the Gold Coast for three decades. It recently rebranded and as part of the transformation has delivered an exciting new project. It’s spearheaded
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Contemporary Cooling
Looking for the perfect way to stay cool this summer? Look no further than the new Skyfan 4. As part of the Skyfan DC family, this newly developed ceiling fan has been created from the ground up with a modern and stylish flair, as well as the added f
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Wonder Walls
From paint and 3D panels to timber slats, stone cladding and new-look wallpaper, if you want a fresh new look for your interior spaces, we’ve got you covered. A lick of paint can make a big difference to a space. There are many fresh new looks that a
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Lines With Impact
Clean lines, minimalist and impactful — that was the brief given to Kitchen Crew for this project and the team executed it to perfection. At first glance, the generous island bench takes your breath away, but as you inspect closer, you’ll notice ther
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Gold Coast Glamour
Behold the wonderful Gold Coast residence recently renovated by luxury kitchen design and renovation firm Wood Marble & White. Transformed from outdated to outstanding, the creation of the owners’ four-bedroom dream home wasn’t without hurdles. “We r
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That Day Spa Feeling
A perfect pairing in the bathroom is crucial to promote a sense of relaxation. After all, this is a space where you want to engender a feeling of tranquillity and invoke that day spa ambience — and this room from Sydney Styles Bathrooms & Kitchens do
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Delightful Drama
One thing was clear when the owners of this bathroom briefed the Magic Kitchens & Furniture team on their build — they wanted to include a sense of drama in their design. Thanks to the use of contrasting materials and colours, this objective has been
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Tonal Tranquillity
This magnificent renovation from Kitchens by CJ shows you don’t need to compromise on style in small spaces. Featuring a tonal colour palette, it’s every homebody’s dream: cosy, tranquil and pleasant. The beauty of nature thrives in this space, highl
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Light And Bright
The owners of this beautiful Cape Schanck home wanted to incorporate a bright and warm ensuite to match their existing renovations. The result is a stylish and luxurious ensuite filled with light. The coastal home contained a dated and dark ensuite,
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Hollywood Opulence
The style is in the detail with this beautiful renovation by Attard’s Kitchens & Cabinetry. Despite the small space, the unique materials and minimalist style give the area an air of grandeur. Although the kitchen is cosy in size, the clients wanted
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Inspired Outdoor Entertaining
Hassle-free summer fun at your place begins with taking stock of what you have, and then revitalising your outdoor spaces. Create a beautiful backdrop and outdoor landscape for entertaining guests: large decorative pots spilling over with colourful s
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Lift The lid On Infrared
CROSSRAY® barbecues redefine the outdoor cooking experience. Like cooking over a bed of red-hot coals, they provide even heat while reducing flare-ups to produce tastier and juicier food. This is achieved using patented infrared cooking technology an
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Jump On It
Many homeowners looking to add value to their property incorporate in-ground trampolines into their garden design, often creating a planting and hedging section around it. For this reason, Aussies are loving Mr Trampoline’s green-string bounce beds t
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What A charmer
This garden project holistically encompasses good design and is a mix of both traditional and contemporary styles. Daniel Rawson, design manager at Ian Barker Gardens, says the homeowners wanted to create a garden that paid homage to the home’s histo
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Hamptons with A Twist
Modern Hamptons gardens are reminiscent of English country style subtly imbued with a little French flavour. It’s a style that ultimately embraces symmetry and order, but there’s also a softer side, with striking elements drawn from nature. Designer
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Product Spotlight
Looking for a modern and timeless solution? Dollar Curtains + Blinds’ premium-designed Plantation Shutters offer the perfect balance of style and function. With excellent thermal insulation, they provide the ultimate in light control, allowing natura
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Take It Outside
There’s no denying it. Spending time outside, whether it’s to entertain friends or kick back with family, is an Australian obsession. But just because you enjoy being in the great outdoors doesn’t mean you want to have the sun beating down on your he
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