Issue #24.4 2022

Home Design

Interior and Exterior Design

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Home Design
Editor April Ossington Writer Linda Baraciolli Sub-Editor Michelle Segal Contributors Lauren Clarke, Carrol Baker, Louise Smithers Art Director Martha Rubazewicz Advertising Sales Managers Advertising Enquiries & Bookings NSW: Anthea Hamilton P: 02 9
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Ed’s LETTER
Grab a hot beverage and cosy up on the couch because this issue is an absolute ripper. When it’s cold out, many of us spend more time in our homes, so this issue we are focusing on making your home more liveable. There is nothing more anxiety-inducin
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Design SOCIETY
This piece was born from a year-long collaboration between designer Nicole Lawrence and florist Hattie Molloy. This vase is part of the first collection released by the duo, exploring the shapes of classic vases through history and offering sleek int
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OUT & ABOUT
This project takes a revolutionary approach to housing and delivers community-focused homes that are equitable, ethical, cost-effective, robust and resilient in the face of the growing climate crisis. Comprising of 20 residences, with 70 bike parks a
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Artefact Industries
Artefact Industries is a 100 percent Australian-owned product design company specialising in Australianmade lighting. “We believed that there was an unmet appetite for locally made lighting that was environmentally responsible and delivered on qualit
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Stunning Glassware
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Clever Storage Solutions
Smart storage is all about maximising available space and ease of access when locating items you need. It can save you time, money and stress in the long run. Arguably one of the most important rooms for efficient storage is the family kitchen. It is
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Beachside Beauty
A comfortable beachside home that offers relaxed liveability by the sea is the latest architectural triumph presented to sister publication Grand Designs Australia magazine. With retirement looming on the not-too-distant horizon, these empty nesters
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A Space For Calm
You cannot judge a book by its cover. That’s certainly the case with this North Melbourne home that’s enjoyed a recent makeover thanks to Timmins+Whyte Architecture and Design. From the street, this Victorian terrace is grand and imposing. It has an
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All About The View
On the north coast of New South Wales, this 50-year-old brick veneer home has been cleverly redesigned to create a sophisticated space with a laid-back vibe for its family of four — where the stunning location is encapsulated and celebrated through e
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Superior Sound
For more than 50 years, Premium Sound has existed in many forms, changing and adapting, always with the needs of the customer in mind. Promising impeccable customer service, Premium Sound offers the best-quality products in the market and a stellar s
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Lift It Up
Choosing the right cabinets for your kitchen, bathroom or living area can significantly transform the functionality of your home. The ergonomic and practical AVENTOS lift systems are suitable for almost every overhead storage application. Not only do
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Harness The Sun
Investing in solar panels may seem like a large undertaking, but with the right system and planning, it can save you from bill shock in the long term. According to Solahart’s latest report, the Solahart Solar Index Report, 71 per cent of people who c
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Create Effect
When it comes to delivering your vision for your home design, timber mouldings have become the hottest accessory for designers and homeowners looking to make some serious cost-effective impact in their renovation or new-build projects. Intrim Mouldin
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Natural Is Best
Weathertex is an Australianowned company providing quality Australian-made timber cladding, weatherboards and architectural panels, and is proudly committed to improving the sustainability of construction products and practices. The company uses only
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Love At First Blush
Once upon a time, there was a dated single-storey house that was destined for knockdown. The land was perfect for a pair of semi-detached homes. Yet danger lurked — the owners were concerned about the rigidity and closedness that is often present in
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Intentional Living
We live in a time when waste is no trivial matter. Many seek a minimalist lifestyle as we strive to exist in greater harmony and balance with the world around us. This terrace home in Sydney’s Paddington complements the owners’ intentional sense of l
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A Rose By Name …
Rising from the thorns in a rather charmless cul-de-sac is Rose House. This two-storey home squares offagainst the other dated dwellings on the street with its solid masonry facade acting much like a castle battlement that protects the homeowners fro
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Sustainable Masterpiece
Ecological responsibility is an important home design responsibility — and the owners of this Sydney home couldn’t agree more. “The environment and how we can affect it is at the forefront of their fundamental beliefs,” says John Lawson of Lawson & L
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Making An Entrance
When Kate Walker first saw Biscayne, it was love at first sight. “I found the ideal house in the most glorious location in Mt Martha on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula,” says Kate Walker, an interior designer and the founder of KWD. “I questioned mys
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Make A Statement With Your Wood Heater
Australian-owned company Sculpt Fireplace Collection exclusively supplies some of the world’s most desired luxury fireplaces. The Sculpt range of original, hand-spun designs offers a bespoke option that sets them apart from the rest. Not just about b
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The Perfect Combination
One of the fundamentals in design and architecture is “form follows function”. But what if you want to enjoy both in your home? Higher efficiency and comfort, along with healthier, quieter and more resilient homes, is high on the list of those lookin
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Heat At The Heart
Most people would agree that during the winter period, the fireplace is the heart of any home. It’s the place where we gather and talk, where we curl up to read a book, and the best spot to warm yourself after venturing out into the cold. This is why
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A Modern Flame
With their realistic flame effects and advanced features, modern electric fireplaces have become a true alternative to wood and gas. In the past, electric fireplaces gained a reputation for being less authentic, less powerful, and unable to produce a
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A Modern Acreage
The northern Sydney suburb of Dural is known for its rolling acreage and expansive dwellings, and this modern home is no exception. The striking and spacious abode features incredible attention to detail, obvious in its structure, palette and texture
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Colour Your World
With a rich history spanning more than 110 years, Belling is one of the only range cookers to still be produced in the United Kingdom. Along with its tradition also comes innovation, as illustrated by the new off erings in the Colour Boutique range.
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Artscape
1/ Holly is a Sydney-based artist, originally from the UK. Her fresh, bright, high-contrast pieces are inspired by the landscapes, flora and fauna of the beautiful city in which she resides and have been sold to collectors worldwide. Holly’s abstract
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Chris Riley
Imagine struggling to find a piece of art for your apartment and thinking, I might just have a crack at this myself! That’s exactly what Chris Riley did. Fast forward three years, with plenty of support and encouragement from family and friends, and
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Laura Oczos
For as far back as she can remember, Laura Oczos always wanted to be an artist. Life, however, took her in another direction. After studying Fine Arts at university and holding a few exhibitions, she began teaching Special Education and was drawn to
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Sara Winfield
From an early age, Sara Winfield felt naturally compelled to explore her creativity. She would happily sew scraps of fabric together to make clothes or take paints out into the paddocks to capture the beautiful energy of the flowing creek on the fami
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The Big Chill
On those chilly winter days, it’s comforting to know your warm oasis at home awaits. With a fire to warm you, soft furnishing to snuggle up with, rugs to wriggle your toes in and lots more on offer, winter could very well turn out to be your new favo
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Bathroom Bliss
In the perpetual busyness of daily life, creating a wellness-focused bathroom offers a place of solace and tranquillity. It’s a quiet, contemplative space to switch offfrom life’s stresses. For centuries, the Japanese have believed that refreshing th
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Heart Of The Home
A new extension on an old villa needed a brand-new heart of the home to match. Carrera Kitchens was tasked with the brief of building a kitchen that is not only warm and inviting, but also complements the new extension. One of the main design conside
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Accessible Luxury
Ioanna Lennox Interiors (ILI) provides quality interior design services, specialising in terrace houses and period homes. With the team’s flair and extensive knowledge, the company transforms homes into sophisticated, timeless spaces while enhancing
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Inner-city Oasis
When looking at this concrete, narrow courtyard you’d assume there wouldn’t be space to rest and rejuvenate. However, this inner-city garden is far from tiny. Featuring a modern dining area, raised deck, outdoor shower and deluxe sunken spa, this mod
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Product Spotlight
Porta Contours lining boards allow you to bring texture and delight to interior spaces. It is ideal for creating curved walls and surfaces as well as offering a seamless solution for concealed doors and panels. Porta Contours can be used on ceilings,
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Ed’s LETTER
Welcome to the special flipbook edition of Home Design magazine, where we reveal the Home Design Renovation of the Year! I was so impressed by the volume and quality of home submissions this year. The judges and I had a really hard time picking the f
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Kangaroo Valley Heritage Cottage
The Brewer family purchased a 100-year-old heritage cottage that was in a very poor state and undertook a major renovation. “We managed to retain the original front of the cottage and were super careful to leave as much as possible of the original fe
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Scissor House
When Alicia and Todd Sowter saw the architect’s 3D design model, they knew it was perfect for them. “The renovations have transformed our cramped ‘ex-govie’ into a perfectly sized, lightfilled house, which we can finally call our home,” says Alicia.
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The Ollasons’ Mt Lofty Extension
When the Ollasons bought the original house, they loved it, but knew there was something missing. It didn’t take long to develop the vision that came to life four years later. “A single garage doesn’t work these days, and with push bikes and camping
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Josie And Tony’s Sellicks Beach Kitchen
Josie and Tony loved their original beach house as a “notso-precious” environment while their kids were growing up. “However, after 15 years, we decided to upgrade the main living space, which included the kitchen,” says Josie. “My goal was to retain
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Peter And Jennifer’s Erindale Kitchen
Peter and Jennifer’s kitchen has become a light-filled, open, welcoming space, which has made meal preparation much more enjoyable. “The feature red brick wall complements the polished jarrah floor and the blue/grey of the kitchen cabinetry,” says Pe
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Hamptons In Kareela
Homeowners Andrew and Fiona have taken a dated 1975 white-brick house and transformed it into a “new” Hamptons-style home. “We live in a small village-style suburb and it has created big interest with all the residents. We have made an unbelievable n
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Mahons’ Beach Home
After 20 years, three kids, renters and a harsh coastal environment, Daryl and Fiona Mahon’s Torquay beach home was tired and flat. “We love our reno because it has breathed new life and freshness into our home as well as taking it to an all-new leve
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Thava Family Home
Rachel saved for two years to transformher ’90s master bathroom in her home in Bentleigh, Melbourne. “The green sets the tone for a relaxed vibe and the brass adds a touch of glamour,” says Rachel. “It’s a great place to have a bath with the ambient
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A Forever Home
Leon and Rochelle Davies bought a 1970s Italian-style home in its original condition in Lesmurdie, Western Australia. “(This) was a challenge in itself, but with lots of inspiration and hard work, we have converted the interiors into the Hamptons dre
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Richard And Theresa’s Brighton Home
Richard and Theresa wanted a modern and unique extension to their Edwardian home and fell in love with their architect’s design of intersecting curves. “By selecting every finish, fixture, light and piece of furniture ourselves, we created a warm and
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