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Outdoor Fabrics79 Top 50 Rooms165 Nailed It! New Homes

With Heart199 Narmbool: A Garden

For The People238 Bedroom Style File

SHOPPING35 Pop-Up Party Get set for summer

fun with these entertaining essentials, all priced under $150.

43 Cushions Plump them up.44 Watering Cans Pourers for thought.46 How To Shop For... Dishwashers.256 Keep Your Cool Beat the heat with

these beauties.259 Where To Buy Stockists details. 266 Things That Make Us Smile

DECORATING & DESIGN23 Inspired By The ideas and colours

behind our palette this month.24 Natural Tendency Sustainability

was top of mind for the architects ofthis budget-friendly Brisbane home.

51 Wonder Weaves Low onmaintenance, high on style.

60 Melissa Penfold Interior insights.73 Stone Age This trend rocks.74 Life Aquatic Homewares for those

who like to be beside the seaside.79 Top 50 Rooms The years most

exciting interiors.

INSIDER145 Nest Inside the Melbourne abode

of Marmoset Founds Cherie Slater.146 Insider Design news.151 Design Moment How a quest for

quiet changed architecture forever.153 Take A Seat The bentwood chair

reinvented for a worthy cause.158 Blooming Brilliant Aussie orists

making a splash on the world stage.

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HOUSES166 Return To Form For one

globetrotting family, buildingfrom scratch in Melbournemade for a perfect homecoming.

174 Easy Does It A slice of theMediterranean on VictoriasMornington Peninsula.

182 Character Study Prelovedmaterials give this new homein Perth a warm, lived-in feel.

190 Garden Centre This Melbourne home does outside-in with style.

GARDENS199 The Greatest Gift Narmbool,

a beautiful historical estate in Ballarat, provides fertile ground for young minds.

209 Smart Casual Theres more to this pretty Perth garden than meets the eye.

212 Sunny Delight Summer is just around the corner and the garden is alive with activity.

LIVING217 Love At First Bite Simple but

spectacular party starters from chef Jane Strode.

224 At My Table Time is of the essence when it comes to Christmas puds, so start baking with Jared Ingersoll.

226 Hops To It Tap into local beers. 228 All Suite In The City Of Light

Living it up in Paris. 232 Whats On Events in November. 233 Face The Fads If that weight loss

program sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

ADVICE16 Dear H&G Readers letters.144 How To Use viewa. 238 In Focus Bedrooms.

244 Smart Shopper Bedroom storage, sorted.

251 Ask An Expert Tips from those in the know.

262 Unchain My Heart The bene ts of leash-free parks for you and your dog.

264 Loan Rangers The pros and cons of brokers versus banks.

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New sensationsThat spring feeling is most de nitely in the air, and I believe I can track its arrival to the day we saw the room that now graces this months cover. The tropical air conjured up by this breezy living space in interior decorator Sophia Camerons Brisbane home lift ed the energy of Team H&G in the midst of a grey old month.

Sophias spectacular sitting room is in great company, in what is a very personal edition of our annual Top 50 Rooms special. Many of the featured rooms are in the homes of the designers themselves: architect Stephen Whitings whimsical attic bedroom is a love letter to his son; Renee Coleman has layered eclectic pieces into a soft and heartfelt family living room in her home - a 1970s design by respected Perth architect Iwan Iwanoff . Theres a lovely intimacy in the smart dining room of a jazz enthusiast, heart-warming cross-cultural references in a home on Sydneys North Shore and a palpable serenity in designer Christian Lyons private study. What is also evident is the strong connection with the outdoors that exists throughout.

Design doesnt get more personal than building a new home, and our feature houses this month range from a sustainable new build in the hinterland outside Brisbane to a concept home with bespoke nishes in Melbourne and a Mornington Peninsula haven driven by local materials, designers and builders. A remarkable urban project in Perth, designed around salvaged materials, is also in the mix.

It all amounts to an issue bursting with ideas, grand and small, to implement in your home - including fab new outdoor looks on page 51.

Don't forget to have your say and vote for your favourite Top 50 room... Theres a fabulous furniture package from Blu Dot up for grabs. Just the thing to put a spring in your step.

THE JUDGES HAVE HAD THEIR SAY, NOW ITS YOUR TURN TO NOMINATE YOUR FAVOURITE TOP 50 ROOM. ENTER OUR PEOPLES CHOICE COMPETITION VIA VIEWA, BY POST OR ONLINE. FOR DETAILS, SEE PAGE 144.

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One of the judges of our Top 50 Rooms, (page 79), Lucy found the calibre of this years work truly exceptional, she says.

Its a wonderful initiative, a chance to view some of Australias most talented designers and their inspiring projects.

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Leesa Maher

Pulling together beautiful products for this months Smart Shopper (page 244) was an inspiration for regular contributor Leesa. In the past Ive coveted timber stools and upholstered beds. This time, it was a serious case of bedside table envy!

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Where else to send the creators of the 2014 Room of the Year than to a resort by renowned Italian designerPaola Navone? Our winners will enjoy a stay at the spectacular Point Yamu by COMO resort in Phuket, Thailand.

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COLOURS White and cream owers with deep green,glossy leaves.SHAPE The strongly perfumed owers have circles of petals radiating from the centre, and the leaves are diamond-shaped.LOOK FOR Bunches that are just opening, with some stillin bud, says orist Barnaby Wilshier from Sydneys Poho Flowers. Look for leaves without any sign of browning around the edges, and avoid owers that have turned yellow with age. BEST DISPLAYED On their own. Because their stems are usually quite short, they work well in bud vases and other small vessels, says Wilshier.If you nd longer-stemmed gardenias, they can be combined with other white owers for a fresh, summery bouquet, but dont mix them with other strongly scented owers. Poho Flowers, Potts Point, NSW; (02) 9331 4333or www.poho.com.au.To see Barnabys beautiful arrangements with gardenias, visit our Pinterest page in November.

FLOWER OF THE MONTH

Wow! What a feast for the senses your Design for Mirabel feature provided. The rooms showcased just how talented and unique Australian designers are. My personal favourite was the sitting room by Brett Mickan but all the settings were truly inspired. As Adelaide Bragg commented, it really does highlight the extraordinary talent that exists in this country. Congratulations to H&G for covering this worthy event, and well done to all the sponsors and companies involved. The Mirabel Foundation charity will greatly bene t from this astounding project.Lyne Chadwick, East Devonport, Tasmania

SHED A LITTLE LIGHT

Thank you for your story on mens sheds (Sawdust & Salvation, September). I subscribe to three interior design magazines and oft en bemoan the femininity of them. I understand that women make up the majority of the readership, but Im sure there are other men out there who are interested in interior design, especially the operational elements of good-looking interiors. My subscription will continue based on this story. I will probably even join a mens shed, as my inner-city terrace doesnt off er much room for DIY projects and Im extremely interested in the mentoring aspects.Graeme Simon, Newtown, NSW

SEEDS OF INSPIRATION

I delight in the relationships that H&G depict between homes and their gardens. In my home, I am gaining con dence when it comes to seeing the bigger picture that seems to permeate the most beautiful properties. I oft en wish you had a garden list to let us know the main plants shown in the outdoor images. Deborah Edwards, Brighton East, VictoriaGreat idea, Deborah! Ed

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As a mother at home with two young children, my life sometimes gets chaotic and the house is far from perfect. Yet my monthly issue of H&G always managesto inspire and excite me about my dream family home, and provides a welcome sense of calm when I get a moment with it. Thanks for packing in all this and more.Melinda Hutchinson-Taylor,Cremorne Point, NSW

PRESENTS OF MIND

The article about a bush house designed by David Luckie (Double Vision, April) was just the inspiration needed for a house my wife and I plan to build on our farm in the near future. Please keep up the great work, because, aft er a few hints, I now have a gift subscription to H&G. And to my darling wife, Cara, thank you for the lovely birthday present. It really is the gift that keeps on giving.Ross Simmons, Rosewood, Queensland

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I recently immigrated to Australia and purchased my forever home, but was then faced with the daunting task of furnishing it and xing up the garden.

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Having walked to the local shops to pick up a few things for dinner, I wandered into the newsagent and found myself musing about future renovations, which led me to pick up a copy of your October edition. It turned out to be the renovation issue perfect! I spent the next four hours reading your magazine on the oor of our new home. Thank you for giving my brain a wealth of images and ideasfor the house and pool. It really wasa feast for the eyes. Patricia Kohn, Booragul, NSW

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Rendered in broad sweeps, delightful daubsand imperfect stripes, painterly effects moveoff the canvas and into other corners of thehome. Led by Eleanor Millards work, GreenPines, our November pages are streaked withhues of emerald, chartreuse and mulberry.

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Owners Chris and Sonia say the openness of their home, 55km from Brisbane, has made a lasting impression on their three children. Its had a real impact on the way they live, inside and out, says Chris. And, it has brought out the adventurous spirit in the whole family, including the one-time cityslicker parents. We go exploring, building cubbyhouses and swimming in the gully, says Chris.


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NATURAL TENDENCY Brisbane architects Chris Bligh and Sonia Graham made sustainability a priority in their low-budget new home.

STORY & STYLING KATE NIXON PHOTOGRAPHY MAREE HOMER

ABOVE With a glorious ice-cream bean tree as a backdrop, Sonia relaxes on the front deck with Tilly the kelpie underfoot. Ikea side table. Bench seats, The Big Red Shed.RIGHT The Caesarstone benchtop and Basile & Evans stools create a modern aesthetic in the completed kitchen. OPPOSITE A fuss-free, relaxed setting for a growing family. Dining table, Jardan. Eames dining chairs, Living Edge. For Where to Buy, see page 259.

Birdsong, chirping crickets and uninterrupted valley views pervade the tranquil setting of Brisbane architects Chris Bligh and Sonia Grahams home and studio. Set on 2ha of bushland at the edge of the Cedar Creek valley, its an easy 45-minute drive north-west of Brisbanes CBD. We were living in a small, 80m2, cottage in Red Hill with a tiny backyard, a very active baby [Jonathan, now 12] and another on the way [Emily, now 10], says Chris. It was 2002 and we had recently started our practice; things were getting crazy working from home.

Interested in the inner-city suburbs, the couple then saw a For Sale advertisement for this block of land and, on a whim, drove out to see it. We fell in love and bought it spontaneously, quite naively in hindsight, not really thinking about acreage living, says Chris. But we were very excited about building something of our own from scratch.

Chris describes the design and documentation process as the fastest they had ever undertaken, as they were determined to get something built before Emily was born. We had a very tight budget so we designed a layout within the smallest possible footprint and staggered the build over four separate stages.

The initial three-bedroom, one-bathroom house with chipboard oors and pressed-bre cement benchtops was constructed in 2004, together with parts of the studio and carport. A carport slab and studio screening followed in 2006, then the house extension in 2009. This involved two more bedrooms and a second bathroom, as well as new tiling, tongue-and-groove timber ooring and stone benchtops throughout. The pool and pavilion were added in 2012.

The long pavilion design with simple roof forms was a low cost way of building that gave us ve bedrooms, two bathrooms and a family room within a 176m2 internal footprint, says Chris. >


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A SIMPLE COLOUR SCHEME PICKS UP ON THE COLOUR OF THE GRANITE BOULDERS AND THE RAINFOREST. CHRIS

< Chris and Sonia worked with simple materials, including bre-cement cladding, corrugated-iron roo ng and hardwood timber beams to ensure the new build blended in. We were able to keep things quite raw, more so than in a city context, and we were careful in how we sited the house between trees and rocks to feel like it had a place rather than just being plonked in a paddock, says Chris.

Clever details such as custom-designed, folded zincalume gutters, large hardwood-framed sliding screens and window boxes helped to pump up the scale of the thin-walled construction and to resonate with the dramatic landscape, says Chris. Altogether the cost amounted to about $1050m2.

Sustainability was important to Chris and Sonia and they strove to remain faithful to this ideal within their modest budget. Rainwater harvesting, on-site sewerage, solar hot water and power, and the extensive use of plantation timbers and recycled hardwoods are all testament to this ethos. The polished-concrete slab and reverse concrete-block veneer in the living room help promote thermal mass while serving as design elements. We were not constrained by a narrow site so we made the house as open as possible to the landscape, says Chris. And for the record, Jonathan and Emily now have a little sister, Thea, six.

Much of the vegetation had to be cleared and they have since planted more than 3000 trees to help re-establish the rainforest gullies. This is a unique valley with a special energy, says Chris. It just feels right for us. >Bligh Graham Architects, Cedar Creek, Queensland; (07) 3289 4566 or www.blighgraham.com.au.

We had virtually nothing worth keeping when we moved in. Fabrics and furnishings were selected with the bush driving the colour scheme, says Chris. Knoll Risom chairs, Dedece. Rug, Bayliss Rugs. Wood-burning heater, Jetmaster. Louvres, G.James. The artwork is by Chris father, Graham Bligh. The Aboriginal artefacts on display were a gift .For Where to Buy, see page 259.

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I LOVE SITTING IN THE BAY WINDOW IN THE LIVING ROOM LOOKING UP TO THE CLIFFS, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE GULLY IS RUNNING AND THE FROGS ARE GOING OFF. CHRIS


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ABOVE In keeping with the rest of the house, the bathrooms layout opens out to the landscape. Wall and oor tiles, Elite Bathware & Tiles. Bath, Bathe. Shower tiles, Classic Ceramics. RIGHT The main bedroom is simply furnished, with plenty of natural light streaming through the louvre windows. Plasterboard walls are painted in Dulux White Duck. Window seat fabric and cushions from Warwick Fabrics. Remilled mixed-hardwood ooring. OPPOSITE A pool takes the edge off a Queensland summer and the cabana is a welcome retreat for the adults. Cushioned timber day bed, Bunnings. Pool tiles, Pool Tile Company. For Where to Buy, see page 259. #


THE RESULT IS A PLACE OF EASE AND JOY, IMMERSED IN THE BEAUTY OF THE SURROUNDING LANDSCAPE. CHRIS

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$75 Kite paper light shade (left) and Teardrop paper light shade, $75/each, Ruby Star Traders.

$28 Louise Bourgeois corkboard coasters (set of four), Safari Living.

$15 Chamber ceramic candleholders, $15/each, Ivory House.

$29 Chubby Check linen tea towels, $29/each, Making Good.

$90 S&P Cuvee 2L glass decanter (stopper not shown), Domayne.

$150 Dip-dye linen tablecloth (280x145cm), Mozi.

$30, $38 Biasca glass ice tea jug with plastic lid, $30, Bodum. Normann Tea loose-leaf spring tea, $38, Top3 by Design.

$33 Beach paddles in Tamarama (includes two balls), Sunnylife.

$17 Natural Flavoured soda syrups, $17/500ml (makes 3.5L), Soda Press Co.

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$59-$99 Pastel Planters interchangeable porcelain pots with drip bowls, $59 (small), $69 (medium) and $99 (large), Angus & Celeste.

$33-$51 Contempo bone china cereal bowl, 22.5cm plate, 27.5cm plate and mug in Verde, Noritake.

$70, $8 Expressionist Collection blender with 1.65L glass jug, $70, Electrolux. Pear Smoothie card, $8, Girl & Graaf.

$149 The Best Of All gourmet hamper, The Hamper Emporium.

$30 Tiny Rainbow paper garland (2m), Poppies for Grace.

$30 Tickled Pink A5 paper invitations (pack of 10, includes envelopes), Papier DAmour.

$26 Accent porcelain jugs, $26/each, The Source. >

$29 Green glass wineglasses, $29/each, Maison et Jardin.

$78 Diptyque room sprays in Figuier and Baies, $78/each, Mecca Cosmetica.


$125 No Great Hurry reclaimed- hardwood folding stools with canvas seats, $125/each, Assembly Design.

$60 Basic marble cheeseboard, Marble Basics.

$39, $49 Beaker ceramic vases, $39 (small) and $49 (large), Milly and Eugene.

$119 Coral cotton apron with washable-paper braces, Uashmama.

$16, $34 Sophie Conran enamel mugs in Allium Bloom, $16, and insulated stainless-steel ask in Cherry Blossom, $34, Quality Products.

$25 Kastrull enamelled-steel casserole pot with lid, Ikea.

$27, $18 Remember cotton hand towels, $27/each, Top3 by Design. Wary Meyers glycerin soap, $18, Douglas and Bec.

$10 Porcelain ice-cream cones, $10/each, Xavier&Me.

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$60 Barbry oak kitchen spoon and spatula set, Georg Jensen.

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$32 Zoku single ice-pop makers, $32/each, Williams-Sonoma.

$30, $32 Swim Between The Flags (left), $30, and Water Station linen tea towels, $32, Everingham & Watson.

$99, $116 Oasis glass and metal drink dispenser with infuser, $99, Domayne. IVV Fantasy glass tumblers, $116/set of six, Noritake.

$25 Morris Mono porcelain mugs (set of four), Casa Domani.

$15 Paper lolly bags, $15/pack of 10, Papier DAmour.

$50 Spicy Pear soy and coconut oil candle (80-hour burn time), Grace and James.

$48 Balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil, $48/set, Otto Ristorante.

$132 Xavier&Me Geometric Abstract linen-blend cushions, $132/each, Everything Begins. >

$39 TSE&TSE Poivrire glass and stainless-steel pepper ask and Salire salt ask, $39/each, Space.


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$40, $60 Abstract Watercolour melamine platter, $40, Mozi. Bloom stainless-steel serving spoons, $60/pair, Georg Jensen.

$78 Harper cotton cushions in Blush (left) and Sky, from $78/each, Middle of Nowhere.

$120 Pop and Scott Triangle breglass plant pots (33x28cm), $120/each, Hunting for George.

$50 Cocktail shaker with wicker cover, Ivory House.

$25 Live Bright glass decanter with cup, Kikki.K.

$9, $28 Oslo Pink stainless-steel cutlery, $9-$11/piece, Third Drawer Down. Border Stripe Yarn Dye cotton placemat, $28/two, West Elm.

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$149 Stainless-steel wine/Champagne bucket with leatherette handles, Maison et Jardin.

$30 Bistro plastic and stainless-steel thermo jugs, $30/each, Bodum.


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1 Stitch linen cushion (62x62cm), $275, Jardan. 2 Seaside linen cushion (50x50cm), $84, Linen & Moore. 3 Spot linen cushion in Blue, (40cm diameter) from $99, Middle of Nowhere. 4 Palette linen oor cushion in Blue (75x45cm), $185, Bonnie and Neil. 5 Miami linen-blend cushion in Birds (50x50cm), $95, Coco Republic. 6 Tonal Flange linen cushion cover in Sailor Blue (51x51cm), $44, Pottery Barn. 7 Colour Block Urano linen cushion cover in Charcoal/Wine/Dove Grey (40x40cm), $120, with feather and down insert, $40, Busatti. 8 Ice-dyed linen cushion in Black (40x40cm), $135, Lumiere Art+Co. 9 Luca linen cushion in White (60x60cm), $110, Eadie Lifestyle. Mr Perswall Painted Concrete Wall non-woven wallpaper mural, from $88/m, Scandinavian Wallpaper & Dcor. Ay Illuminate Z5 bamboo and cotton pendant light, $415, Spence & Lyda. Tine K Home bamboo sofa, $1550, This...Design & Living. Linen tie curtain in Perle (180x260cm), $350, Cotton Love Home. Large woven date palm and rush basket with jute trim and brass hardware in Natural, $85, Busatti. Knoll wool rug in Silver (2x3m), $2100, Tribe Home. For Where to Buy, see page 259. #

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SPACE MATTERS The capacity of dishwashers is measured in place settings. A 15-place dishwasher can accommodate up to 15 side plates, dinner plates, bowls, cups, saucers, glasses and sets of cutlery. A 12-place dishwasher is considered pretty basic these days. Id say a 14- or 15-place dishwasher is required for a family of four.

FLEX IT Most people do mixed loads daily, washing pans and chopping boards alongside plates and glasses. Thats why a dishwasher should offer exibility with stacking congurations. Baskets you can move and adjust are a crucial feature.

It is one of the hardest-working appliances so load it up with options, says Robin Werth.

How to shop forDISHWASHERS

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CUTLERY COUNTS Something that can make a difference is a third loading level. Some dishwashers have a slim basket at the top of the machine for cutlery. Not having a cutlery basket at the bottom frees up stacking space.

GREAT INTEGRATION Fully integrated models are completely concealed behind cabinetry, the obvious choice for a contemporary kitchen thats sleek and handle-free. Semi-integrated dishwashers go most of the way to that look but the control panel is left exposed. If youre retrotting, a built-under dishwasher may be your best option. It will t into the

niche already there and its feet can be adjusted to sit at the right height.

LAST THE DISTANCE Most dishwashers come with a standard two-year manufacturer warranty, but some top-end models will have a ve-year warranty. You can generally expect a dishwasher to serve you well for about 10 years.

WATER WISE Many people still dont believe that using a dishwasher is more efficient than hand-washing, but its true. An independent study* carried out ve years ago revealed that to wash 12 place settings by hand, you would use about 75L of water. Some machines can wash 15-place settings with as little as 12.8L of water.

SMART FEATURES A good dishwasher should offer programs to cover every washing scenario. A quick-wash program is something to look for, but if youre washing a lot of plastic lunchboxes and the like, you might need a machine with an extra drying function. A pot-wash setting is also handy; look for intensive spray pressure to remove baked-on food.

FILTER IN Ideally, a dishwasher will have a coarse, medium and ne lter. You want it to lter out as many of the food particles as possible because water is being recirculated. If your wash quality isnt as good as it could be, run an empty load on the pot setting with Finish dishwasher cleaner every month or so.

GO AUTO To use your dishwasher at its full potential, choose the auto programs. In the case of our machines, sensors detect how much water is needed and at what temperature, giving the lowest possible water and energy use. #

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Crassula Blue Bird, $95, in Nepali wooden bowl, $95, both Garden Life. Rope doormat, $78, The Country Trader. Spathiphyllum Sensation, $75, and kentia palm, $175, both Garden Life. Tress all-weather wicker three-seater sofa with Sunbrella Canvas seat, $2400 (includes two back cushions), Osier Belle. ON SOFA from left Surfside Forester solution-dyed acrylic cushion, $85, Osier Belle. Seychelles solution-dyed acrylic cushion, $99, and Sunbrella Canvas solution-dyed acrylic cushion, $75, both Verve Designer Collections. Martyn Lawrence Bullard Zanizbar polyester cushion (front), $310, Tigger Hall Design. Parrot solution-dyed acrylic cushion, $85, Osier Belle. Cushion in Waikiki ole n, $46/m, Warwick Fabrics. Dash & Albert Bunny Williams Collection Elizabeth recycled PET indoor/outdoor rug (2.4x3m), $3640, Winton House. For Where to Buy, see page 259.

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FROM LEFT Fabric drop in Sunbrella Surf in Colour 75, $315/m, Verve Designer Collections. Rattan sh traps, $35/each, and water-hyacinth basket, $90, all Orient House. IN BASKET Florence Broadhurst Cockatoos polyester cushion, $80, Domayne. Cashew Nut Love polyester cushion in Blue/Green, from $160, No Chintz. Martyn Lawrence Bullard Kabba Kabba With Dots polyester cushion, $350, Tigger Hall Design. Ottoman in Cove solution-dyed acrylic, $490, Verve Designer Collections. Tress all-weather wicker and teak table/ottoman, $950 (includes cushion), Osier Belle. ON TABLE Spathiphyllum Sensation, $75, Garden Life, in water-hyacinth basket, $85, Orient House. Acrylic rugs (1m diameter), $195/each, Terrace. Cashew Nut Love polyester round cushion, from $190, No Chintz. OPPOSITE from left Boston fern, $25, in Nepali wooden bowl, $95, both Garden Life. Compass rattan side table, $349, Naturally Cane. Cushions in Coolum olen in Turquoise (top) and Lime, both $46/m, and Waikiki olen (stripe), $46/m, all Warwick Fabrics. Alexander rattan pod chair, $995 (includes seat cushion at rear), Wisteria Design. ON POD CHAIR from front Florence Broadhurst Cockatoos cotton beach towel, $90, Domayne. Cushion in Merimbula olen, $46/m, Warwick Fabrics. Rapee Cabana polyester cushion, $55, Cushy Cushions. Dash & Albert Samode Graphite polypropylene indoor/outdoor rug (1.8x2.7m), $925, Winton House. BACKGROUND Sante Fe Flores Lime polyester, $38/m, Fab Outdoor Fabrics. For Where to Buy, see page 259. >

Vive la resistance!RESISTANT TO WATER, FADING AND MOULD, THESE ALL-WEATHER ACCESSORIES EASILY TRANSITION FROM PATIO TO POOLSIDE.

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BACKGROUND Tommy Bahama Cane Apple polyester, $42/m, Fab Outdoor Fabrics. El Modernista rattan armchair, $1299 (includes seat cushion), Lincoln Brooks. ON CHAIR PanamaO PVC-polyester cushion in Marco Fabrics Tambo (left), $76, King Furniture. Termez polyester cushion, $95, Sparkk. Latte Poles rose gum screen, from $68/m, Touch Wood Trading. ON SCREEN from top Martyn Lawrence Bullard Mamounia Petite polyester in Saffron, $370/m, Tigger Hall Design. Noosa olen in Melon, $46/m, Warwick Fabrics. Martyn Lawrence Bullard Mamounia Petite, as before, and Martyn Lawrence Bullard Sultan Suzanni polyester, $370/m, Tigger Hall Design. Pouf covered in Sunbrella Premium Sara Sunset, $300, Osier Belle. Dash & Albert Trimaran Sprout polypropylene runner (76x234cm), $300, Winton House. Monaco polypropylene rug (1.2x1.8m), $165, Rapee. OPPOSITE Table runner made from Prachi Stripe Festival polyester, $98/m, Sparkk. Lennox teak dining table, $1899, and matching bench seat, $999, Eco Outdoor. ON BENCH from top Prachi Stripe Dawn polyester cushion, $95, Sparkk. Rapee Resort Stripe polyester cushion, $42, Cushy Cushions. Tommy Bahama Tampico Palm polyester, $42/m, Fab Outdoor Fabrics. Kimberley recycled-polypropylene rug (1.8x2.7m), $119, Fab Habitat. Plant arrangements from Buds & Bowers. For Where to Buy, see page 259.

Nature tripTAKE YOUR COLOUR CUES FROM THE GARDEN AND PURSUE PATTERNS WITH PUNCH TO GIVE ALFRESCO AREAS AN INVITING SUMMERY VIBE. ITS ALL ABOUT HUE.

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FROM LEFT Resort Diamante polyester cushion, $42, Cushy Cushions. Rhapis excelsa, $195, in metal olive basket, $95, both Garden Life. Amazing Maze acrylic cushion, $160, Terrace. Amos teak dining chair with weather-proof Belgian linen cover, $599, Eco Outdoor. PanamaO polypropylene cushions in Marco Fabrics Canopy (top) and Marco Fabrics Palmera, $76/each, King Furniture. Aruz Firuze Zellige vinyl rug (2.4x1.8m), $1235, Tigger Hall Design. Curtain in Jinda outdoor sheer in Eggshell, $135/m, No Chintz. OPPOSITE 1 Tommy Bahama Tampico Palm polyester, $42/m, Fab Outdoor Fabrics. 2 Cozumel solution-dyed polypropylene-polyester in Caribe, from $90/m, The Textile Company. 3 Ralph Lauren Harbor Club Dock Landing Stripe acrylic in Atlantic, $285/m, Radford. 4 Bella polypropylene in Navy, $120/m, Fabric Pavilion. 5 Charterhouse Brampton poly-olen in Java, from $140/m, The Textile Company. 6 Schumacher Trina Turk Amazing Maze solution-dyed acrylic in Ocean, POA, Orient House. 7 Jamaica solution-dyed polypropylene-polyester in Sunset, from $76/m, The Textile Company. 8 Ralph Lauren Harbor Club Outdoor Cricket Club Stripe solution-dyed acrylic in Sky, $285/m, Radford. 9 Schumacher Trina Turk Collection Carmel Coastline acrylic in Surf, POA, Orient House. 10 Tobago solution-dyed polypropylene-polyester in Firecracker, from $90/m, The Textile Company. For Where to Buy, see page 259. >

Softly does itSOLUTION-DYED FABRICS ARE SOFT TO THE TOUCH, ENABLING ELEGANT CUSHIONS, CURTAINS AND COVERS TO MIGRATE OUTSIDE.

Buttery chair with polyester seat in Tommy Bahama Sway Mojito and Key Lime Stripe (reverse), from $415, The Hide You Seek. La Cruz rattan tagres, $849/each, Lincoln Brooks. LEFT-HAND UNIT from top Kolsan embroidered-cotton cushion, $35, Kas Australia. Bronte polyester cooler bag, $40, Sunnylife. Rapee Resort Stripe polyester cushion in Mandarin, $42, Cushy Cushions. Florence Broadhurst Japanese Fans polyester cushion, $80, Domayne. Luxe Indigo solution-dyed acrylic cushion, $109, Lincoln Brooks. Uthando acrylic cushion in Blue, $190, Terrace. Turkish certied organic cotton towels, $130/each, Ottoman Hamam. Kolsan Stripe cotton cushion in Blue (left), $30, Kas Australia. Rapee Cabana Splash polyester cushion in Cobalt, $55, Cushy Cushions. RIGHT-HAND UNIT from top Acute cotton cushion in Pink, $35, Kas Australia. Resort Stripe polyester cushion in Fuchsia, $42, Cushy Cushions. Loop De Loop acrylic cushion in Driftwood, $190, Terrace. Florence Broadhurst Antique Lattice polyester cushion in Black, $80, Domayne. Mosaic

Outdoor polyester in Multi (top), $89/m, and Lalo Outdoor polyester in Oxford, $49/m, both No Chintz. Dwarf tree fern, $18, Bunnings, in verdigris copper vase, $225, Garden Life. Kolsan Stripe cotton cushion in Navy,

$30, Kas Australia. Cove solution-dyed acrylic cushion in Colour 26, $190, Verve Designer Collections. Tangier recycled-polypropylene rug (1.8x2.7m), $119, Fab Habitat. For Where to Buy, see page 259. #

New horizonsLOVELY TO LOOK AT AND EASY TO LIVE WITH, THESE OUTDOOR FABRICS HAVE PLENTY OF PANACHE. STRONG COLOURS WORK PARTICULARLY WELL WITH WHITE AND TIMBER.

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Theres a relationship brewing. Orange and cinnamon have become one to create an intoxicating flavour youll love. So spice things up and try any of the teas from Tetleys lnfusions range. From Cinnamon Orange with a Rooibos Blend to Peppermint with Shavings of Lemongrass, weve got a flavour thatll hit the spot.


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When it comes to creating a great outdoor area, think of your space as a whole new room to decorate. The secret is to approach it like you would your living room, with plenty of comfortable seating, places to pop drinks, lighting and rugs. New-generation outdoor sofas are designed to

withstand the elements and are oft en UV- and stain-resistant as well as mildew proof, which means they can be left outdoors year-round.

Match your furniture to the space, keeping it in proportion to the area.

Limit your palette and choices. Youll save money and be less likely to make mistakes.

Roda released the snazzy Dandy modular sofa, pictured above, by renowned Italian designer Rodolfo Dordoni at this years Milan Furniture fair and its just landed at Domo. $11,975/single module; www.domo.com.au.

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BARGAIN BUY Pop into Ikeas garden department for bargain Hamptons-style seating. While theres something for all tastes (think French, modern, bistro) in a variety of materials including cane, metal, and timber, we love the Sunder chair, $130. No one would know its not a designer item. www.ikea.com.au.HIGH STYLE For an indoor piece with an outdoor vibe, you cant go past Vincent Sheppards Rondo coff ee table, made of kraft paper wrapped around steel wire, $650. www.cotswoldfurniture.com.au.

Introducing Rama, Kristalias must-have outdoor chairs for 2014. A great-looking design in reinforced polypropylene, they add instant style. From $475/each; www.fanuli.com.au.

PLANTERS

Sydneys Garden Life stocks planters old and new, in everything from timber to earthenware, metal, rubber, and ceramic. I love this old Adakupu terracotta rib jar (45x55cm). From $1250; www.gardenlife.com.au.

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WORSHIP THE SUN IN LUXURIOUS COMFORT THIS SUMMER, WITH THE SOFT TONES OF THESE MODULAR OUTDOOR ARRANGEMENTS, AND THE

LONG-LASTING STYLE OF WICKER AND WASHABLE FABRICS.

FRONT COVER FURNITURE PIANO HIGH DINING TABLE, $1099. PIANO HIGH DINING CHAIR, $479 EACH. FRONT COVER HOMEWARES STOCKHOLM 3-PIECE SERVING PLATTER, $36.99. STOCKHOLM 4-PIECE TRIANGLE BOWL SET, $29.99. AFRICAN AGAVE POTTED, $49.95.

ABOVE FURNITURE CUBE DOUBLE LOUNGER, $2999. BUTLERS COFFEE TABLE, $259 EACH. ABOVE HOMEWARES STOCKHOLM BAMBOO BOWL, $39.95 EACH. ISTANBUL CANDLE, $39.95.

ABOVE FURNITURE CUBE CLUB CHAIR, $1399. CUBE NEST OF TABLES, $599. CUBE LEFT HAND FACING 1-ARM SOFA, $3199 EACH. CUBE OTTOMAN, $999. CUBE COFFEE TABLE, $699. ABOVE HOMEWARES SANSEVERIA POTTED, $69.95. MINI POTTED AGAVE, $29.95. STUDIO SUGAR BOWL, $9.95. STOCKHOLM BAMBOO BOWL, $39.95.


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TURN YOUR PATIO OR VERANDA INTO AN OPEN-AIR ENTERTAINING ROOM, USING INTIMATE SEATING ARRANGEMENTS THAT ENCOURAGE

CONVERSATION AS COOL AND SPARKLING AS THE WATER.

ABOVE FURNITURE PONTOON 2-SEATER 1-ARM SOFA, $2399 EACH. PONTOON SQUARE OTTOMAN, $1099. PONTOON COFFEE TABLE, $699. PONTOON 2-SEATER ARMLESS SOFA, $2299. PONTOON RECTANGULAR OTTOMAN, $1699. ABOVE HOMEWARES ANTIQUE LATTICE OUTDOOR CUSHION, $79.95. COCKATOO OUTDOOR CUSHION, $79.95. DIP POTS, $59.95 SET OF 3. JARYN JAR LARGE WHITE, $429.95.

ABOVE FURNITURE PIANO CHAT ARMCHAIR, $529 EACH. PIANO STOOL, $129. ABOVE HOMEWARES KIP VASE SMALL, $59.95. CATTALYA IN JAR, $39.95. BREEZE OUTDOOR CUSHION, $39.95.



SOFT GREYS AND NATURAL TONES ACCENTED WITH A POP OF SUNFLOWER YELLOW CREATE A WARM AND INVITING SPACE TO RELAX,

WITH A HINT OF FUN AND EXCITEMENT.

ABOVE FURNITURE VERONA SUNLOUNGER, $1299 EACH. ABOVE HOMEWARES WILLOW OUTDOOR CUSHION CEMENT, $49.95. WILLOW STRIPE OUTDOOR CUSHION BLUE/JADE/CEMENT, $49.95.

ABOVE FURNITURE PLATFORM MODULAR, $1399. PLATFORM COFFEE TABLE, $2299. DECK CHAIR YELLOW, $299. ABOVE HOMEWARES ISTANBUL POTS, $199 SET OF 3. CLEAR FLUTE GLASS, $5.95 EACH. STUDIO SALAD BOWL, $24.95. STUDIO DIP DISH, $2.95. STUDIO SAUCE DISH, $1.95. STUDIO RICE BOWL, $5.95.

STUDIO NOODLE BOWL, $7.95. AURA CROSSES TOWEL, $49.95.



OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING, WHETHER YOURE CLUSTERED AROUND A COFFEE TABLE OR ENJOYING A LIGHT MEAL AND A CRISP WHITE WINE WITH

FRIENDS, SHOULD BE FRESH, CASUAL AND FULL OF CLASS.

ABOVE FURNITURE GRID NEST OF TABLES, $349. GRID 2.5-SEATER SOFA, $1999. GRID COFFEE TABLE, $499. GRID ARMCHAIR, $999 EACH. ABOVE HOMEWARES MAIDEN HAIR POTTED, $69.95. JAB WATER JUG WHITE, $9.95. JAB NAVY TUMBLER, $3.95 EACH.

ABOVE FURNITURE CHARLIE HPL DINING TABLE, $999. YORK CARVER CHAIR, $199 EACH. ABOVE HOMEWARES STOCKHOLM BAMBOO BOWL MINI TEAL, $8.99; SMALL PERSIMMON, $12.99; SMALL YELLOW, $12.99.

HAMPTON RECTANGULAR BOARD LARGE WHITE/NATURAL, $79.95.



ABOVE FURNITURE DECK CHAIR BLACK, $299 EACH. ABOVE HOMEWARES FLAMINGO BEACH TOWEL, $59.95.

KICK BACK AND ENJOY THE OUTDOORS THIS SUMMER WITH CHICFURNITURE DESIGNS IN ELEGANT BLACK AND WHITE, THE PERFECT CONTRAST

TO CRYSTALLINE BLUE WATERS AND BRIGHT SUMMER FLORALS.

ABOVE FURNITURE ARKI BALCONY EXTENSION DINING TABLE WHITE (154CM X 220CM), $1399. SKAT ALUMINIUM DINING CHAIR CHARCOAL, $299 EACH. ABOVE HOMEWARES OASIS BEVERAGE DISPENSER, $79.95. ALFRESCO CUPS ASSORTED, $5.95 EACH.




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ABOVE HOMEWARES KNOTTY LANTERN LARGE, $45; SMALL, $39.95.

FLORENCE BROADHURST JAPANESE FANS CUSHION, $79.95. DUO TOWEL, $49.95.


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1 Rebel Walls Concrete Trellis Grey Mural non-woven wallpaper, $69/m2, Scandinavian Wallpaper & Dcor. 2 HK Living marble and timber breadboard, $79, Dear September. 3 Mason printed cotton cushion (40x40cm) by Tuza and Conradi, $128, Anomaly. 4 Indigo Love marble hurricane lanterns with leather straps, $120-$190/each, Few and Far. 5 Polyhedron marble object, $29, West Elm. 6 Ligne Roset Deca marble side table, $1125, Domo. 7 Round concrete planters with cotton handle in Moss Green, from $20, My Brother Albert. 8 Marble rolling pin with timber handles, $25, Williams-Sonoma. 9 Como marble and timber bookends, $120, Madras Link. 10 In nity art print in timber frame (80x100cm), $279, Middle of Nowhere. 11 Danish Grey concrete pendant light, $229, Urban Couture. For Where to Buy, see page 259. #


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subscribing to seaside style.

1 Cole & Son Great Wave non-woven wallpaper in Blue, $210/10m roll, Radford. 2 Cast Off natural bre pendant light, $149, Freedom.3 Bloom Rip Tide viscose-cotton cushion in Aqua, $41, Rapee. 4 Iittala Allas cast-iron candleholder, $130, Design Mode International.5 Large Gurglepot stoneware pitcher in Aqua, $50, Outliving. 6 Dip-dyed cotton napkins in Aqua, $13/pair, Zakkia. 7 Large Japanese glass oat with net cover, $165, Coastal Vintage. 8 Grid powder-coated aluminium and synthetic rope armchair upholstered in Sunbrella outdoor fabric, $999, Domayne. 9 Woodies Willy the Whale sustainable beechwood toys/decorative objects, from $25, Go Home. 10 Blue Honeycomb porcelain hanging planter, $159, Angus & Celeste. 11 Pesce Azzurro hand-painted ceramic dinner plate, $59, French Country Collections. 12 San Felipe glass jug in Light Blue, $25, Citta Design. For Where to Buy, see page 259. #

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us all. There are sumptuous soft furnishings, delightful colour palettes and fabulous furniture and lighting to

peruse, and an ever-more innovative array of materials on display. Above all, the Top 50, now in its 16th year, is about

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TRY THIS AT HOMEArranging furniture so that it turns its back on the adjacent kitchen is a successful zoning strategy in an open-plan area. The neutral colour scheme serves as an adaptable canvas for artworks.

MODERN CLASSIC

1 Interior stylist and artist Chrissie Hogan embraced classic Georgian proportions in her newly built Perth home, then gave the interiors a contemporary twist, as demonstrated in this open-plan living area. Combined with the kitchen (and offering glimpses to the entrance, dining room and courtyard), its a central space yet also beautifully independent. White walls, steel windows and furnishings in nely tuned shades of grey strike a balance between grandeur and informality.SMITTEN The contemporary-classic feel of the space is perfect for us, and we love that it has a certain casualness, says Hogan. >

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IN THE DETAILSOfficial Hat chair,

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ROOM TO BREATHE

2 Situated on Sydneys North Shore, this expansive home had space aplenty for a generous main suite. Thomas Hamel & Associates started with a sophisticated wallcovering from Phillip Jeffries (Sateen Club in French Grey) and piled on layers of renement: plush carpet, custom textiles, marble-topped side tables and dark, formal timberwork. SMITTEN I love the panel detailing and the glamorous yet understated feel, says the owner. TRY THIS AT HOME Wallpaper doesnt always need to make a bold or loud statement. Here, it adds texture and soft lustre, so that the whole room appears to glow. Its perfect for establishing a serene bedroom. >

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OBSERVATION DECK

3 Whether its scorching or storming outside, this living area in the home of interior decorator Sophia Cameron provides a perfect vantage point. The vaulted timber ceiling, patterned oor tiles and rattan furnishings reference colonial Asian architecture. Practical fans keep humidity at bay on Brisbanes stickiest afternoons. SMITTEN I dreamed of a space that hinted at exotic locations yet made any guest feel instantly at ease and relaxed, says Cameron. My family is delighted with the relationship between inside and outside, which I created with help from Trebilcock & Associates Architects.TRY THIS AT HOME Hardwearing tiles make for an easy care oor. Rattan and tropical motifs embody smart casual living, while pot plants bring the outdoors in. >

Sophia CameronPrincipal, Sophia Madeleine;0410 550 336 or www.sophiamadeleine.com.

IN THE DETAILSMosaic oor tiles,

Bisazza.Timber day bed

and coffee table,Coco Republic.

Caruso fan, Fanimation.High-backed chair,

La Verandah.Walls in Dulux Sandy

Day, quarter strength.Rattan chair in Resene

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4 The northerly aspect of this sunny outdoor room, complete with built-in replace, makes it an appealing space to linger in all seasons. Its part of an Edwardian property in Melbourne thats been given a new lease of life. Updates included extending the rooine to provide this area with shelter and shade. SMITTEN This is a special place that always draws people outside with a glass of wine at a dinner party, says the owner. The large lounge chairs and the warmth of the re make it inviting even on a cold night.TRY THIS AT HOME Transform a blank wall with shelving for hanging plants. A replace at eye level creates a dramatic focal point, inside or out. Update vintage chairs with new fabric and settle in for the long haul.

PATINA PLAY

5This kitchen, the new heart of a grand home in Sydneys inner Eastern Suburbs, capitalises on its high ceiling and generous proportions. Adjacent to a conservatory-style dining room, with a view to the pool and lush gardens, this zone draws the family together. SMITTEN I love the way the colour palette and textures highlight different elements, says the owner. The view gives the feeling of being in the garden.TRY THIS AT HOME Use a muted palette of subtle colours to impart an air of calm. Classic pewter and matt nishes are elegant yet understated. Deep drawers are ideal for stashing bulky items, while glass-fronted, wall-mounted cabinets keep frequently used items within reach and offer an opportunity for display. >

Broderick Ely Design Director, B.E Architecture; (03) 9529 6433 or www.bearchitecture.com.

Marylou SobelDirector, Marylou Sobel Interior Design; (02) 9130 5899 or www.marylousobel.com.au.


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Stucco nish custom tinted in a mix of Dulux Mud Pack, Bogart and Beige Royal.

SPECIAL EFFECTS

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IN THE DETAILSSofa, Poliform.Cassina Le Corbusier

armchair, Cult.La Lampe Gras

wall light and oor lamp,Luke Furniture.

Suspended replace,Oblica.

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FIRING THE IMAGINATION

6This welcoming family living area is part of a single-storey extension to a Victorian terrace house in inner-suburban Melbourne. Opening to a courtyard on both sides, the room is lled with light by day and is delightfully cosy at night. With no television in the room, by design, the replace suspended from the ceiling becomes the focal point when the family gathers here to chat, read and listen to music. SMITTEN It is a peaceful room nestled between two courtyard gardens, which allows the house to feel spacious and yet be very private, says the owner.TRY THIS AT HOME Displaying artworks salon-style hanging works of various sizes at different heights over an entire wall is a powerful decorating concept. A low-hung shelf to display objets dart completes the gallery feel. >

Stephen OConnor and Annick HouleDirectors, OConnor Houle Architecture + Environments; (03) 9686 7022 orwww.oconnorandhoule.com.


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7 This bathroom is situated in a 1920s Queenslander that has been lovingly and minimally altered. Wall studs and old paintwork have been left exposed to reveal what came before, while the new insertions are intentionally minimalistic. SMITTEN I love this room because it has an organic feel that complements the original house rather than overwhelming it, says the owner. Best of all, the kids love putting their laundry down the periscope chute, which is always a benet!TRY THIS AT HOME An interior brimming with heritage character can be a renovators best asset. With careful handling, original features and modern-day inclusions can coexist and create visual harmony.

FIVE-STAR FINESSE

8 The brief for the facelift of this four-bedroom Sydney home was for an uncluttered interior, with practicality, function and comfort at the forefront, says Jodie Kingman. The owners, a couple with a young child, sought to create a hotel-style ambience in their bedroom. The results merge the modern with the classic. SMITTEN This room makes you feel you are on holidays, but it is also highly functional, says one of the owners. The rich colours and textures create the high-end, opulent feel of a boutique hotel. TRY THIS AT HOME Using a dark and graphic wallpaper creates an intimate, cosseting effect thats perfect in a bedroom. The studded bedhead and tailored bedding deliver hotel-style polish. >

Kieron Gait Director, Kieron Gait Architects; (07) 3399 5446 or www.kierongait.com.au.

Jodie KingmanSenior Interior Designer, Coco Republic Interior Design; (02) 9438 4263 or www.cocorepublic.com.au.


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WINNER! BEST USE OF SOFT

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The combination of tactile materials and statement wallpaper is really strong. LUCY SUTHERLAND

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We love this room as it is fresh and unexpected. Its very beautiful. It makes us feel happy. OWNER

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MAKE A SPLASH

9 Charged with conjuring up an exciting and deluxe ensuite for a homeowner in Sydneys east, interior designer Ruth Levine and her team hit upon an Eastern-inspired peacock motif, rendered in Bisazza glass mosaicsfrom Academy Tiles and repeated it on a roman blind.SMITTEN It makes us feel happy, says the owner. Every day we discover new details in the graphic. We love the play of the peacocks in the morning sun.TRY THIS AT HOME Bring vibrancy to a bathroom with the timeless combo of blue and white. Restricting bold pattern to the walls and framing the whole scene in crispwhite the ceiling and oor tiles ensures that the decorative splash is eye-catching but not overbearing.

Ruth Levine (left)Director, andDeb Freedberg,Interior Designer,Ruth Levine Interior Design; (02) 9389 8978or www.ruthlevine.com.

MOODY BLUES

10 In a departure from open-plan living, this inviting living room in an Adelaide family home is cloaked in deep colours to provide a cocooning destination. Deeply luxurious chairs and a plush rug tempt guests to settle down and stay a while. TRIUMPH Once a cold thoroughfare, this is now a favourite room in the house, say Bilardo. Its a comfortable, cosy space that maintains a cutting-edge feel with contemporary pieces and artwork.TRY THIS AT HOME Saturated colours cut through a dark palette; here, the golden yellow in the artwork is picked up in highlights around the room. An oversized oor lamp is a great way to ll an empty corner. >

Susanna Bilardo Designer/Director, Enoki; (08) 8271 5500 or www.enoki.com.au.


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cushions, Arent&Pyke.Antique Moroccan rug,

Robyn Cosgrove.Platner side table, Knoll.Armchairs (far end),

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I love this room because there are so many layers of colour. Its really striking. Everythings bold and quite stunning. CAMERON WARWICK


OPEN ALL SEASONS

11Autumnal hues and shapely furnishings bring warmth to this light, contemporary family living space in Sydneys east. A bronze replace is the centrepiece, while the rug picks up the warm tones of the blackbutt joinery. Banquette seating with a pool view is the place to lounge on summer aft ernoons. SMITTEN The room is central to all that goes onin our family, says the owner. In this one room we can eat, work, cook, entertain, relax and welcome friends.TRY THIS AT HOME Several functional zones have been created through careful seating placement. Full useis made of the internal wall, which houses a replace, artworks and shelving for books, leaving plenty of room for easy passage through the space. >

Sarah-Jane Pyke (left )and Juliette Arent, Directors, Arent&Pyke; (02) 9331 2802 or www.arentpyke.com.

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This is the room I go to when I need to think and let my head clear. CHRISTIAN LYON, OWNER/INTERIOR DESIGNER


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12 The office in the Perth home of interior designer Christian Lyon is a serene, inspiring place to spend time. Woven textures diffuse the dappled light afforded by full-height windows. The warm colour palette is juxtaposed with the courtyard greenery beyond.SMITTEN Its my own little world, says Lyon of this tranquil space. This is the room I go to when I need to think and let my head clear.TRY THIS AT HOME Contemporary iterations of time-honoured materials, such as grasscloth wallpaper and sheer horsehair curtains, provide a modern context for treasured pieces. Build a collection of interesting items from a decade that resonates with you. Here, the 1970s chrome bookcase and chair are a nod to mod.

SIMPLY PERFECT

13Filled with natural light and open to the garden, this serene living space is in a 1990s townhouse in Melbournes south-east, recently opened up and updated. Streamlined cabinetry follows the lines of the original architecture. A soft rug delivers comfort and grounds the sofas and coffee table in front of the replace. Classic travertine has been used for ooring and as a facing for the replace surround.SMITTEN The feeling of open space, uninterrupted garden views and the sense of warmth and light makes this space ow. Its so easy to live in," says the owner. TRY THIS AT HOME Minimising details such as cornices and handles is key to a sleek and modern look. Artworks and sculptural shapes bring in colour and drama. >

Christian LyonDirector, Christian Lyon Design;(08) 9385 0848 or www.christianlyondesign.com.

Shareen JoelPrincipal, Shareen Joel Design; 0417 552 265 or www.shareenjoel.com.


FIRST IMPRESSIONS

15 The homeowners collection of art and sculpture inspired the palette of this waterside Sydney apartment. In the living area, rich textures add warmth and interest without competing with the Arthur Boyd artworks, a tactical move by interior designer Stacey Kouros to prevent the room from feeling cluttered. SMITTEN We love the subtle luxury of this room, says the owner. It has a simple sophistication while still feeling relaxed and comfortable. TRY THIS AT HOME Texture comes to the fore in a pared-back palette. A ribbed rug and nubbly upholstery are fresh details to discover and appreciate once youve admired the view and the art. They make warm counterpoints to sleek chrome and marble surfaces. >

LA DOLCE VISTA

14 This contemporary home on Sydneys Northern Beaches makes the most of its steep site on a harbour promontory. Two old Port Jackson gs informed the design, says architect John Rose. Thats especially true of this room, where walls of glass embrace the tree canopy and water, creating a pavilion feel. SMITTEN The living room gives us a 180-degree view, while the branches of the g tree provide privacy, says one of the owners. When you open the sliding windows, it feels like you are outside in the trees.TRY THIS AT HOME This home is a union of Japanese inuences and the modern Australian beachhouse vernacular, says Rose. It celebrates the homeowners appreciation of one anothers cultures.

Stacey KourosDirector, Stacey Kouros Design; (02) 9380 8748 or www.staceykourosdesign.com.

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LINEAR PROGRESSION

16 Sophistication and a resort-like ambience were on the wish list when interior designer Shane Fragomeni was asked to soften the interiors of a new oceanside Perth home. In this bedroom, he also needed to shield the room from strong sunlight and south-westerly winds, while providing privacy for the ensuite.SMITTEN We wanted to balance the warmth of natural materials with some luxury, says the owner. In doing so, weve created our perfect escape at home.TRY THIS AT HOME Recycled-timber slats warm and soften the room, giving it a resort-style vibe. The slats perform double duty; they act as a privacy screen while permitting efficient airow and a line of sight between spaces, thus retaining the open-plan ow.

CONTEMPORARY MEASURES

17 Mahogany ooring makes a rich foundation for the dining room of a 1920s cottage in inner Brisbane. A character-lled restored butchers table and timeless bentwood chairs have an uncomplicated beauty. Muted green walls are at home in a heritage setting but, framed between a white ceiling and black trim, also strike a contemporary note.SMITTEN Morning light lls the space and makes the warmth of the colour palette, the timber walls and 3.3metre ceilings come alive, says the owner. The space is elegant and welcomes you, reviving the soul.TRY THIS AT HOME Use contemporary art, lighting and accessories to amplify heritage architecture and reach a balance between traditional and contemporary living. >

Shane Fragomeni Designer/Director, Motivo Design Studio; (08) 6180 0601 or www.motivodesignstudio.com.au.

Brian Steendk Principal, Steendk; (07) 3839 0400 or www.steendyk.com.

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Bentwood diningchairs, Thonet.

YHi pendant lights,Orbit candelabra andCero stool, all designedby Brian Steendk,ANONandCo.

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Adjoining hallwaypainted DuluxKellys Flower.

QUIET CONTEMPLATION

18 Architect Mark Pearse has created a private vista for the owners of this home in Sydneys Eastern Suburbs. This elegant living room opens directly onto a landscaped internal courtyard, with the connection emphasised by the continuation of the sandstone wall. When the enormous glass sliding doors are open in summer, the rooms feel like an open-air pavilion. SMITTEN The pale colour and texture of the sandstone complements and contr

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