Índex per November 2018 a Inside Out

Are you thinking it’s too early to be talking about Christmas? I promise you, it’s not. By the time you read this there will only be nine weekends (at most!) until it’s here. So think of us as your wake-up call, if you need one, and your guide to putting in a little effort early to make your day shine extra bright. When you want ideas, Megan Morton is your woman. So it was a magical day shooting with Megan and her friends Rachel Burke and Rachel Castle, plus sausage dog Sydney. Turn to page 42 for the story, including simple (honestly!) craft projects and ideas for fuss-free celebrations. There’s even a decoration that turns into a drink! We’ve also done the hard work for you on the shopping front,…

NATURAL BEAUTY  why it works: A refined design in natural timber makes it classic GamFratesi ‘Waltz’ coat rack, $1121, Space Furniture, spacefurniture.com.au. ‘Pas Mal’ rattan bench, $1395, Kira & Kira, kiraandkira.com.au. CURVE APPEAL  why it works: The circular columns of the bench are echoed by the cylindrical hooks ‘Mid Century’ multi hook, $99, West Elm, westelm.com.au. ‘Ridge’ bench seat, $849, Beeline Design, beelinefurnituredesign.com.au. COLOUR CRUSH  why it works: Fine lines meet metallics for modern sophistication Hay ‘Volet’ hooks in anodised aluminium, $54/set of 2, Cult, cultdesign.com.au. Muuto ‘Oslo’ bench, $3049, Living Edge, livingedge.com.au.…

You own and run your own art supplies store. How did that begin? The idea came to me during my final year at university. I wanted to paint for a living, but funding fine art materials on a student’s budget was tricky, so I thought, “why not open my own store?”. It was originally online, and when this gained traction, my parents invested everything into my dream and we opened The Sydney Art Store a month later. We’ve now been open for 11 years. Your artwork is known for its sculptural qualities, depth and layers – what inspires this generosity of application? My style of painting is a reflection of who I am as a person and what comes to me naturally. Painting is an expression of how I use…

The kitchen may be the engine room of the home, but the lounge and dining areas are the driving seat, those comfy spaces from where we control the home, entertain, watch the world go by (I’m talking to you, Netflix!), and relax. As a place to spend time together, these spaces also need to be multifunctional and cater to everyone in the family, including the screaming toddler, pre-teen drama queen, monosyllabic teenager, exhausted mum and dad, and everyone in between. The living rooms on this year’s Block are certainly big enough (the largest in Block history!), but do they use the zones wisely, to cater to everyone? Let’s have a closer look. WINNERS COURTNEY & HANS Apartment 2 Tackling The Block’s biggest living space to date, Courtney and Hans took…

FINE LINES Stria™ Cladding comes in a number of styles and sizes: like Stria™ Cladding 325mm and the wider 405mm groove. This look is reminiscent of classic rendered block-work. For modern take on the classic thick wooden weatherboard, try Stria™ Splayed 255mm with a tapered horizontal edge. TWO ARE BETTER Because it’s easy to install, Stria™ Cladding combined with Linea™ Weatherboard offers you more opportunities to create the perfect home design without breaking the budget. SUPERBLY VERSATILE Stria™ Cladding is lightweight and durable, making it ideal for overhangs, protective cantilevers and other striking architectural features.…

Having worked on many historic homes since setting up her practice 13 years ago, restoring this 1920s cottage to its former glory was right up interior designer Siobhan Rothwell’s alley. Planning to transform the home into a holiday house to be enjoyed by herself, her husband William, their four children and extended family and friends, she had been drawn to it by its welcoming ambience. “The bones of it were charming,” recalls Siobhan. “Even the walk up the bushy path, which might seem painful to others, to me adds to the feeling of escape.” However, there was work to be done to revitalise the timber and sandstone cottage, including demolishing a raft of 1970s additions. “We just returned it to its original state and tried to open it up to…

2014 December The family give up city life for a tree change in the Byron Bay hinterland, relocating to the home they had bought three years earlier. 2015 March Emma and Tom open The Farm, a working farm and community hub of growers, makers and producers, centred around a paddock-to-plate philosophy. 2016 December Needing to be closer to the children’s school, the couple buy a house in town. They brief local architect, Dominic Finlay Jones, to help them reconfigure the home to better suit their storage, bathroom and laundry needs. January Work begins on the internal makeover, transforming the interior to a brilliant all-white palette, warmed with accents of upcycled timber. The couple collaborate with local suppliers and artisans to source furniture. April The family moves in, while continuing to…

There can be few places more appropriate to celebrate Christmas than in a barn – although this beautifully restored space, all soaring ceilings, whitewashed brickwork, tactile timber and light-reflecting surfaces, is a far cry from its original incarnation as a brick-built stable. The transformation from farm building to family home is the work of interior stylist Rachel Coppens. “As soon as I saw this place, with its exposed framework and cathedral roof, I knew that I had found our home,” says Rachel. “There was everything I loved – volume, untouched space and nature all around.” At the time, Rachel was living in a converted silk factory in the centre of Lille in northern France, but was looking to move to the country before her son Louka was born. “I wanted…

the story so far Aram and Sama Farzad were on the hunt for a new home, but they couldn’t afford to buy this one. The four-bedroom Federation house on a large block in Sydney’s Kensington was out of their budget… but there was no harm in taking a sneaky peek, right? That was two years ago. “The ceilings sold it to me,” says Sama, who fell in love with the overload of period charm before the pair stretched themselves to buy the house. With three children – Ayla, 9, Rania, 7, and Ari, 3 – the couple wanted room to entertain and plenty of space for the kids to play. So far, they’ve made some cosmetic changes to make the house more liveable while they decide what to do in…

Homes that can accommodate two or more generations living under the same roof are back in vogue. The combination of steep house prices and an ageing population is resulting in more children staying at home longer, and elderly parents moving back in with their adult children with an eye on needing assistance further down the track. With blocks getting smaller and land becoming pricier, it also makes sense for families to combine resources. According to research compiled by City Futures Research Centre at UNSW, about 20 per cent of the Australian population now lives in a multi-generational household, and it’s a trend that builders have duly noted. “Probably five years ago, the ‘guest suite’ version of a floor plan didn’t sell at all,” says Stephen Thompson, managing director at Allworth…

hangin’ around Storage space can be an issue in smaller bedrooms. Not any more, thanks to the sleek Nofu ‘654’ ash clothing rack, $1709. At 180cm x 180cm, there’s plenty of room to hang, store and stack, plus a built-in mirror. Visit curiousgrace.com.au. fringe benefits Gently frayed edges add a relaxed feel to the luxury of a linen and cotton blend. Aura Home’s ‘Chambray Fringe’ quilt cover, $229/Queen, and pillowcases, $29.95 each, ensure serene shuteye. Go to aurahome.com.au. down to earth Cushions never fail to transform a bedroom. Give yours an earthy makeover with Città’s cotton velvet round covers in (from top) Bronze, Petal and Carrot, $49.90 each. Find them at cittadesign.com. Billy idle Relax and recline in a richly coloured velvet beanbag, made in Melbourne. Nathan + Jac’s ‘Billy’…

Q Our alarms go off at 6.30am, the chaos of the morning begins and we always feel like we’re running late. Either one of the kids has walked out the door forgetting to grab their homework or I’ve misplaced my keys. Can you give me some advice to help me make my morning run a little more smooth? Michelle, Annandale, NSW A I know you’re waiting for me to reveal magic hints that will shave those precious minutes off your schedule. Frankly, I’m sure, if you were to Google it, you would find pages of ‘hacks’ where people demonstrate things such as how to apply your make-up while sipping your tea and walking the dog. Some of these ideas are good, but they don’t always make the big change…

The original Queenslander cottage, a small, dimly lit house, had very modest proportions and, unusually, plenty of brickwork: footings, a large, double-sized fireplace and a chimney. But as is typical of this type of building, the backyard was completely severed from the house and only accessible via a rickety deck. Jayson Blight of Blight Rayner Architecture and Melissa Blight of Twofold Studio wanted to reconnect landscape and building. In reworking and extending their family home in Highgate Hill, Brisbane, the couple initiated relationships between inside and out that begin at the entrance to the home and extend right through to the end of the 520-square-metre block. “We designed a series of garden spaces that support the landscape and allow family gathering” JASON AND MELISSA BLIGHT, HOME OWNERS The dialogue with…

Something wonderful happens when you work in a community of people pulled together by a common goal. One of the strongest and most rewarding ways to connect is through the growing and sharing of food. Real food. Thousands of years ago our ancestors knew this; however, with the advent of machinery and a decline in organic farming practices in the 20th century, we began to forget about the importance of growing food communally. The emphasis became about mass production rather than quality, with machinery replacing humans, and synthetic fertilisers, pesticides and genetic modification replacing traditional practices. The Farm Community is about how real change can happen when people work as a community, following organic farming principles. It’s about the joy of simple living, and you can taste the difference in…

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SMEG Adorned with Dolce & Gabbana’s signature Sicilian motifs, the covetable Sicily is my Love collection of Smeg appliances is the epitome of style, art and fashion, bringing couture level design to the kitchen. RRP $1099. Visit sicilyismylove.com.au CASTLERY Co-created with leading Australian designer Charles Wilson, Gable is an iconic collection inspired by Japanese architecture. Its sweeping form mimics the beautiful curvature of traditional Irimoya rooftops. Find out more at castlery.com.au FISHER & PAYKEL Integrated Column Refrigerators and Freezers from Fisher & Paykel introduce a new level of design flexibility. Mix and match products to suit your lifestyle and perfectly integrate them behind cabinetry. Visit fisherpaykel.com ESCEA Grill, then chill. Stylish, clever and built to last from sturdy 4mm steel, an EK Series Escea Outdoor Fireplace Kitchen comes with everything…

WINNING PIN! These pavers work perfectly with a lush urban garden in this light-filled Brisbane home. No backyard? No worries. We shared the best fruit and vegetables that thrive in pots and containers on Twitter. reader spotlight We love the painted brick wall in this sunny bedroom by @finleyandmama. Share your pics with us using #sharemystyle and@insideoutmag. most double-tapped We all dreamt of Morocco with this stunning photo of Le Riad Yasmine showcasing the best of global design. IN YOUR NEWS FEED This stunning Hamptons home with a twist from our August issue is a magical escape from the city. follow Inside Out Facebook facebook.com/InsideOutAu Instagram @insideoutmag Pinterest pinterest.com/insideoutpins Twitter twitter.com/insideoutmag YouTube youtube.com/insideoutaus…

JamFactory ‘Drop’ jugs DESIGNER: Liam Fleming After trying glassblowing as a child with his parents, Liam Fleming blew his first glass ‘bubbles’ at the age of 16, when he did work experience at a local studio. Now working out of Adelaide’s JamFactory as the glass studio’s production manager, he creates a range of vivid homewares. The colour in his ‘Drop’ jugs is added at the start of the process, then topped with thin layers of clear glass. “The spout shows the handmade qualities of our process of glassblowing,” says Liam. “A team of three glassblowers creates each jug – one starts the process by blowing the glass into a mould, an assistant helps with the mould and transfer of the piece, then the finisher completes the top of the jug…

THE ORIGINAL ‘Crosses’ vases by Bodil Kjaer The form: A collection of cross-shaped glass vases with a textured exterior in a variety of heights and subdued colours. What makes them special: Danish architect, designer and professor Bodil Kjaer was a household name in Denmark in the 1960s and ’70s, designing some of the most iconic furniture and lighting pieces of the period such as her Office Unit desk. This sells for up to US$27,000 as a vintage piece and was featured in three James Bond films. She designed the ‘Crosses’ vases in 1961, initially as both vases and ashtrays that could sit one inside the other. These were produced from 1962 to 1978 and are now considered collectors’ items. The design was reissued by Danish glass manufacturer Holmegaard in September…

opener From top: Grace ‘Floral’ wreath, $79.95, and Grace ‘Half Flower’ wreath, $29.95, Linen House, linenhouse.com. ON MANTELPIECE, from left: ‘Butter’ jewel box, $220, Studio Elke, studio-elke.com. ‘Metal Sputnik’ object, $79, West Elm, westelm.com.au. Vase, stylist’s own. burnished gold From left: Sofa cushions upholstered with ‘Glamour’ fabric in Mustard, $99/sqm, Warwick Fabrics, warwick.com.au. Velvet cushion covers in Coral and Lion Yellow, $12.99 each, H&M Home, hm.com/au. Middle Of Nowhere ‘Volta’ marble side table, $449, The Minimalist, theminimalist.com.au. ‘Jewel’ cone, $85, Takeawei, takeawei.com. ‘Gabriel’ cone tree, $12.95, Papaya, papaya.com.au. Bauble in Mint Green, from $7.95, TK Maxx, tkmaxx.com.au. Loom ‘Old Yarn Kilim’ rug , $7900/312cm x 395cm, Koskela, koskela.com.au. ‘Arch’ wall light, $650, Douglas & Bec, douglasandbec.com. Grace ‘Floral’ wreath, $79.95, and Grace ‘Half Flower’ wreath, $29.95, Linen House, linenhouse.com. ON…

ADVENT CALENDAR Decorate a tapestry hoop with ribbon and either real or faux greenery as the base for your calendar (above). Wrap 25 small presents and tie ribbon or string around each. Using a stamping kit, number the packages from 1 to 25, then attach them to the bottom of the hoop with ribbon or cord. Add a few decorations for an extra festive note. SANTA SACKS Cut two sock-shaped pieces to your desired size from hessian or felt, and sew together (above, right). Affix a small length of ribbon on one of the corners to make a hanging loop. Using a stencil kit and fabric paint, adorn each stocking with a decoration – either an initial or an image such as a Christmas tree or star make a pretty seasonal addition.…

1 Baba Tree woven basket, $180, Koskela, koskela.com.au. 2 ‘Monte Pom Pom’ cushion, $195, Pampa, pampa.com.au. 3 ‘The Hive’ pendant, $900/large, Barefoot Gypsy, barefootgypsy.com.au. 4 Recycled elm bar stool, $379, Bisque Interiors, bisqueinteriors.com.au. 5 ‘Savannah’ rug, $169.95, Marr-Kett, marr-kett.com.au.…

Owning a seaside holiday house is a dream of many, particularly city dwellers keen for a more relaxed pace of life. Victorians Joe and Olivia Bartolo, one such couple, were looking for a weekender where family outings to the beach were only a short walk away, delivering a break from their hectic city lifestyle. Not for them, though, the traditional 1950s-era fibro shack. Instead, the pair had a modern, low-maintenance abode in mind, and found just that when construction company Civilex, of which Joe and Olivia are directors, began building a block of units in the seaside town of Torquay. Joe had fond childhood memories of visiting the scenic surfing town, and its proximity to Melbourne was a further drawcard. “We focused on a calming palette, layered textures and graphic…

the floor plan This is an old house and the best part is the original Federation cottage at the front. It’s solidly built and faces north east so gets good light through bay windows. To the rear is a large extension with the kitchen and fourth bedroom that is cold in winter, hot in summer and riddled with asbestos. I’d demolish the entire back section and start again. Then I’d suggest a classic layout of bedrooms and formal living at the front off the central corridor – the ‘quiet zone’ – and a brand new extension for living/dining/ entertaining at the back. As the kids get older they can have their own living room and, above the extension, we can have a master suite for the parents. If you’re going…

…mismatched bed linen Belinda Gallo of In the Sac weighs in The deal: Sheets, quilts and pillowcases in different colours and patterns can be used together to create a unique scheme in your bedroom. The pros: It’s great from a budget point of view as you can give your bedroom a small makeover by purchasing a quilt cover in the season’s latest pattern or colour and combining it with sheets and pillowcases you already have. The cons: If you have a statement bedhead (a current trend), mismatched linens can take the focus away from your carefully chosen piece. The verdict: Nay! There are so many beautiful sets of co-ordinating linen available in new-season colours and, if you keep your bedding in the same shade, it will complement, rather than detract…

With a cantilevered concrete slab underlit with LED lighting, this garden studio is no ordinary guest accommodation. The structure, which appears to float off the lawn, was designed with durability in mind, with concrete and timber chosen to withstand its beachside location. Shelley also sited the bedroom close to the property’s front entry, to allow her guests some independence from the main house. Turn the page to see more of her Byron Bay garden.…

“One of the most rewarding ways to connect is through the growing and sharing of food”EMMA & TOM LANE, AUTHORS SPRING FENNEL, RADICCHIO, CAPER AND PINE NUT SALAD SERVES 8 PREPARATION TIME 15 minutes 2 large fennel bulbs, finely sliced 1 celery heart with leaves, finely sliced 15g (½ cup) flat-leaf (Italian) parsley, finely sliced 15g (¼ cup) dill, chopped 1 head of radicchio, torn into small pieces 100g baby capers, rinsed and squeezed dry 80g (½ cup) pine nuts, toasted 100g good-quality parmesan cheese, shaved Edible flowers, to garnish (optional) DRESSING 2 tsp Dijon mustard Juice of 1 lemon 1 tbsp apple-cider vinegar 1 tsp pomegranate molasses 1 garlic clove, crushed 100ml extra-virgin olive oil 1. Place all the sliced ingredients in a large salad bowl with the chopped…

MERINGUE KISSES MAKES 12 PREP 15 MINS COOK 1½ HOURS (PLUS COOLING) 6 egg whites 1½ cups (330g) caster sugar 1 tsp white vinegar 1 tsp cornflour PISTACHIO & ROSE ¼ cup (30g) finely chopped pistachios, plus extra for sprinkling 1 tsp rosewater essence 2 tsp dried rose petals (available from specialty food stores) SPARKLY MERINGUES 2 drops pink food colouring ½ tsp edible glitter (available from cake decorating stores) CHOC HAZELNUT ¼ cup (30g) finely chopped skinless roasted hazelnuts, plus extra for sprinkling 2 tbsp Nutella (chocolate hazelnut spread) 1 tsp cocoa 1. Preheat oven to low, 150°C. Line two oven trays with baking paper. 2. In a large clean bowl, using an electric mixer, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a…

Decorating the house is my favourite part of the festive season, and I have quite a strict aesthetic. My daughter started preschool this year and is bringing home endless bits of Christmas craft that are sweet but not really in accordance with my theme. Does it make me a terrible mother if I don’t display them? Name and address withheld The rules of modern parenthood are many and varied, but chief among them is a belief we’ve got to be endlessly concerned with our children’s feelings. During my time in the child-rearing trenches, a mother’s only obligation was to fry a nightly chop, slosh on a bit of Savlon when required and make sure they had their times tables up to three before they left home. The question of happiness…

Reminiscent of a ship’s rudder, the slim yet substantial legs of the ‘Bavaresk’ table by designer Christophe de la Fontaine – one of the co-founders of Bavarian-based design studio Dante Goods and Bads – are crafted from timber, then lacquered. The oval top in glass adds to the sense of lightness, and allows the legs to stay the stars of the show. Dante Goods and Bads ‘Bavaresk’ dining table, POA, Domo, domo.com.au.…

Q I’m a firm believer in carpet for bedrooms, but wondered what would be the best type for a child’s room? Emily, via email “The biggest consideration is whether the carpet is stain resistant and durable,” says Ingrid Powell, digital manager at Choices Flooring. “Nylon, solution-dyed nylon and Triexta carpets are ‘family friendly’, with excellent stain, wear and abrasive resistance (while we love wool, it’s not as kid friendly). These include the Brease carpet range, developed for those with asthma or allergies. Practicality, colour and style should also be considered. Twist carpet is easy to maintain, but toys may snag the loops which can cause wear and tear. Darker-coloured carpets will also help cover up spills.” Q Where can I buy a chic floor-standing mirror? Felicity, via email. “There are…

Having secured their dream block of land in Dunsborough, Western Australia, retired painter Michael and his wife Alison didn’t rush into building on it. They took time to consider how their home could best be designed, for the outdoor living and entertaining they love. To achieve the modern, minimalist design they wanted, the couple opted to use Stria™ Cladding on its exterior. “We like crisp lines, negative detail and using colour to accentuate sections of the house,” says Michael. “We could employ all these design strategies using Stria™ Cladding both horizontally and vertically. It’s also a clean, flat finish that looks great painted.”…

“I’ve long dreamt of hosting a party with Rachel Castle (opposite, seated) and Rachel Burke,” says Megan Morton, “because of their colour appreciation and party-ready vibe. And because we all seem to run out of time at the end of the year, we came up with celebratory suggestions that don’t require too much energy. All you need is a spare afternoon, needle and thread, scissors and, of course, a magical playlist.” make it! RACHEL CASTLE’S FABRIC BONBONS “Make the inners from thick paper to the size you want, which will depend on whether you’re putting gifts inside. Collect fabrics in your favourite colours. The more mix-and-match the better, so use linen, cotton, chambray or even wool. Wrap your fabric around the inners and fix it in place with double-sided tape. Then, cut…

Homeowner Emma Lane, co-founder of eco collective The Farm Byron Bay, had long been keen to try an all-white interior, and found the perfect setting in her newly acquired family home in the heart of the beachside town. Emma and her husband Tom worked with local artisans and tradies to inject warmth and personality with natural finishes, raw textures and upcycled pieces. Turn to page 82 for more.…

Joe and Olivia’s wishlist + “An easily maintained weekend getaway with enough storage so we can put everything away and keep it ordered and low fuss. + “Maximised kitchen space to allow for lots of cooking and give us an appliance cupboard to hide everything away.” + “Interesting and beautiful finishes without over capitalising on the property. Timber floorboards with a soft grey undertone to create a light, beachy feel, and decorative light fittings that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.”…

The ceiling fan is one of those household essentials in which form and function can be perfectly married. The latest styles range from graceful good looks to fabulous statement-makers, and they’re useful year-round to help keep you cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Here’s what you need to know. size matters When it comes to ceiling fans, size is actually everything. “A small fan in a large room will have to work twice as hard to cool you off, while a large fan in a small room may create an uncomfortable amount of airflow,” says Beacon Lighting’s Denise Hammond. For a small to medium-sized room up to 4m x 5m, select a fan with 122cm blades, suggests Denise, while blades of 132cm-plus will suit a room size of up…

bright sparks Flick the switch and glow with pride at the result. 1. ‘Cooper’ pendant light in Aspen Green, $420, Coco Flip, cocoflip.com.au. 2. ‘Turn 01’ wall light, $980, Douglas & Bec, douglasandbec.com. 3. Woud ‘Tangent’ table lamp in Desert Sand, $779, Floc Studio, flocstudio.com.au. cabinet meeting Melbourne-made and truly world-class, Plyroom’s ‘Cabine’ natural ply piece, $1590, ticks all the boxes. It’s made to order, you can remove the legs and wall-mount it, sliding doors hide lots of space and it’s sturdy and versatile enough to work in any room. What more do you need? Go to plyroom.com.au. GROWTH POTENTIAL Plan for Junior’s future with the ‘Mid-Century Convertible’ cot from West Elm, $699 (mattress sold separately). Its metal platform has two heights, which means you can adapt it when it’s…