Tabla de contenidos para February 2024 en Inside Out

I do. And I love it. I love being in my little apartment – and my teeny, tiny garden. To be honest, a quick whip around the Inside Out office reveals that nearly all of us live in small spaces – we need to be near the Sydney office after all. There are a couple of us living in semis, one in an inner-city terrace, and the rest of us are apartment people. So, we know that when you’re working with a limited space and small rooms, you’ve got to find a smart way to squeeze every inch out of it. How? Good design. This issue, we’ve sourced an inspiring selection of small homes to prove that big style can thrive in limited spaces. Our feature on Space Savers (page…

1 Sketch ‘Cantaloupe’ occasional chair, $2200, GlobeWest 2 Ribbon rug (205cm x 244cm), $1799, West Elm. 3 Dayton convertible brim rancher hat in Sand, $129.95, Brixton. 4 Harlow ottoman in Dingo Velvet, $1680, Cachet. 5 Cotton and cashmere polo-neck top in Beige, $185, Jac Cadeaux. 6 Lemur Mini Puzzle bag in Satin Calfskin, $3950, Loewe. 7 David Trubridge ‘Floral’ floor lamp, $905, Mondoluce. 8 Spencer sofa, $2299, Life Interiors. 9 Lavelle throw in Caramel, $69.95, Pillow Talk. 10 Leilani pot, $69.95, Elme Living. 11 Louise Roe ‘Balloon 04’ vase, $245, Farfetch. 12 Madras Link ‘Hazel Wavy’ tray, $79.95, Minimax. 13 Habitat ‘Sasha’ decorative vase, $9.95, Pillow Talk. 14 Dulux paint in Tuscan Sunset, $112.50 per 4L, Bunnings. 15 Reading glasses in #C Havane, $70, Izipizi.…

The Visuals is led by Clementine Stoney Maconachie, an artist with an exceptional sense of aesthetics that results in three-dimensional works such as this metal wall sculpture, installed in the living room of a Sydney home. Here, a white-on-white palette and the power of hard materials folded into soft shapes is enhanced by the textured brick and the warmth of the built-in blackbutt banquette and cabinetry below. All is bathed in cleverly corralled natural light, filtered down from above via a design by architect David Boyle. Turn the page for more details.…

CHEAT SHEET Who lives here Simon, a buyer’s agent, with his toy cavoodle, Tommy. Style of home A one-bedroom Art Deco apartment with a luxuriously large courtyard garden in Sydney’s Elizabeth Bay. How do you fit style and sophistication into a small space? With clever touches and thoughtful joinery, says interior designer Michael Allsopp, who remodelled this petite yet super-practical apartment in Sydney’s Elizabeth Bay for its owner, Simon. It ticks all the boxes, but still manages to be elegant. “Elizabeth Bay is absolutely beautiful, but I think there’s only a handful of freestanding houses,” says Michael. “Whenever I’ve worked in the area, it is about understanding small spaces and how to maximise the space you have. The people buying there want a home where you can entertain, and where…

The young owners of this Sydney apartment wanted their kitchen to make a great impression. Located opposite the front door and a state-of-the-art wine cellar, it’s one of the first things you see when you enter the home, so they chose an exceptional marble – Calacatta Viola – for their island bench and the splashback-topped prep space behind. The gorgeous natural patterning removed the need for profiled cabinets or the distraction of handle ‘jewellery’, allowing the spectacular marble to do virtually all the talking. Turn the page for more details.…

Self-taught chef Xinyi Lim originally trained and practiced as a lawyer, working in cities such as Hong Kong, The Hague and Sydney. However, her career as a chef started eight years ago in New York. Upon her return to Sydney in 2020, she opened Cafe Freda’s with the owners and, more recently, worked as a chef at Firedoor in Sydney’s Surry Hills. She also operates as a freelance chef, food consultant and stylist. “Coming from a Chinese/Malaysian family has also made me interested in different food styles, culture, and the broader world,” says Xinyi, who has not only created a name in the food and hospitality industry, but also works in the kitchen of an award-winning house designed by her sister, Qianyi Lim, a director of Sibling Architecture (the house…

Gentle organic forms in a relaxed neutral palette define Totem Road’s latest collection of nine new furniture designs. Exemplifying the brand’s commitment to sustainability and style, and pairing perfectly with existing ranges, the Ostara dining table (shown) by Francesco Feliziani has a travertine top that epitomises quiet luxury and longevity in tandem with its timeless visual appeal. The design is also available with a marble top. Ostara table, from $4995; Mira carver dining chair, from $1095. totemroad.com WORDS: RHIANNON LIDBURY…

EDITORIAL EDITOR Eliza O’Hare CREATIVE DIRECTOR Mia Daminato DEPUTY EDITOR Kate Hassett HOMES GROUP COORDINATOR Anna Campbell ART & STYLE ART DIRECTORS Paloma Garay, Josie Smith DESIGNER/RETOUCHER Matus Kundrat STYLIST Kate Lincoln FEATURES & COPY SENIOR COPY EDITOR Deborah Grant FEATURE WRITERS Rebecca Hooton, Rachel White JUNIOR WRITER Lisa Easey HOMES GROUP CHIEF COPY EDITOR Peter Griffiths THANKS TO Nonci Nyoni, Judie Siu ADVERTISING & PRODUCTION GROUP CATEGORY MANAGER, HOMES & SPECIALIST Rhyl Heavener Rhyl.Heavener@aremedia.com.au BRAND EXECUTIVE Claire Ellis (02) 9282 8038 ADVERTISING PRODUCTION MANAGER Kate Orsborn (02) 9282 8364 SALES DIRECTOR — NSW, VIC, WA, SA Karen Holmes (02) 9282 8733 HEAD OF DIRECT SALES — VIC, SA, WA Will Jamison Will.Jamison@aremedia.com.au HEAD OF SALES — QLD Judy Taylor (07) 3101 6636 CLASSIFIEDS ADVERTISING Rebecca White (02) 9282 8273…

Architectural forms abound in Jane McKenzie’s ceramic sculptures, and her Home Of The Year (HOTY) trophies, shown top left, are no exception. Curved lines form arches, portals and openings, while her expert use of positive and negative space creates an interaction between light and shadow that’s reminiscent of grand ancient edifices, albeit on a small scale. Blurring the line between art and architecture, Jane’s award-winning terracotta creations are the result of a career change later in life, fulfilling her life-long love affair with art after working as an architect for more than 20 years. “I’ve always loved art,” says Jane. “When I was in my 40s, I realised I was in a position professionally and financially where I could work part-time while studying fine arts full-time at the National Art…

cheat sheet Who lives here A professional couple with their son, 13, and daughter, 11. Style of home An 1860s terrace house with a new open-plan extension and a design scheme inspired by the back garden’s spectacular spotted gum. Location Sydney’s inner west, on the traditional lands of the Gadigal people. Planning began in 2018 and the build was complete in March 2023. While this luminous terrace in Sydney’s inner west is home to a family of four – a professional couple with two children – there is a fifth, adopted member of the family, for which this has been home for generations. A stately 20-metre-high spotted gum in the backyard, cherished by the owners and the whole neighbourhood, is a living, all-abiding presence. Towering over the home, it informed…

BUILT-IN SEAT This is on the rear terrace, which is accessed by all the bedrooms. Seat, microcement. Cushions, Hommey. Trees, lemon and blood orange. Pots, Bunnings. cheat sheet Who lives here Alexandra Lytas and her new husband, Nik. Style of home A three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that’s been completely remodelled. Location Bellevue Hill in Sydney, traditional land of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. Planning was done in the nine-month settlement period to January 2022; the renovation took eight months. $$$$ Approximately $150,000 to $200,000. KITCHEN Calacatta Viola stone from Marble Hub features on the benches and beyond. “It’s such a statement,” says owner Alexandra. Polyurethane cabinetry by Ironwood Joinery & Projects. Aydin bar stools (not shown), Estilo Studio. DINING The dining space has banquette seating and a bar with…

room with a view Amber Nuttall’s Ocean View Room captures a moment in time. With vivid brushstrokes and an earthy palette, she deftly conveys a feeling of nostalgia, which is perfect for a bedroom; $640. brunswickstreetgallery.com.au blue swede Remove airborne mould and moisture with the compact Swedish-designed Absodry ‘Duo Family Moisture Absorber’. Each refillable unit is made from 94% recycled plastic; $35. bunnings.com.au peachy keen Nab a luxurious mulberry silk pillowcase by artist Whitney Spicer. Shown here is the hand painted Peaches design, perfect for adding pizzazz to the bedroom while doing wonders for your skin and hair as you sleep. Priced at $119.95 for one. whitneyspicer.com MAST HAVE Stylish in its simplicity, the Title bed range from Brisbane’s Mast Furniture is inspired by the beauty of interlocking joinery. Available…

The rustic French doors and creaky floorboards of Boronia Kitchen in Sydney’s Hunters Hill set the mood for a menu that matches the warmth of the room. A little bit luxe, a little bit ramshackle fancy. “I have to thank Nicola Still one Design for incorporating the beautiful design elements in the space that work together to create that feeling,” says owner and chef Simon Sandall. “From our leadlight booth dividers to our stoneware salad bowls, everything has a focus on what is local, seasonal and beautiful.” Having helped to write four cookbooks for Matt Moran, this is Simon’s first solo effort. “It was time to share a bit of my love for food.” This is an edited extract from Boronia Kitchen:The Cookbook by Simon Sandall. Available online at boroniakitchen.com.au…

Inspired by the evocative landscapes of Cradle Mountain, the Bay of Fires and the Tarkine forest, Waverley Mills has launched its Tasmanian Wilderness Collection of throws, designed by creative duo Rina Bernabei and Kelly Freeman of Bernabeifreeman. The wonderfully soft and warm limited-edition designs are spun, dyed, woven and hand-finished in the company’s 150-year-old Launceston mill from a premium blend of ethically sourced and recycled wool that’s made to last a lifetime. Priced at $279. waverleymills.com…

SHELVES ON SHOW Bathed in morning light with glimpses of a Sydney beach through the abundant view of surrounding greenery is a secondary study space designed by the homeowners, architect Richard Smith of Architectsmith and interior designer Bianca Martin of Editor Interiors. It celebrates the masterful use of materiality throughout with minimalist String System shelving from Arrival Hall and a custom-designed desk by Steel & Grain. Vintage seating from Composition by Office Elias and organic vessels add a visual richness against the tactile brickwork. CREATIVE BACKGROUND When interior designer Simone Haag moved into her dream home, a modernist gem in Melbourne, carving out a dedicated design space was all about creating room for quiet contemplation and focus. The bones of the Ian J Smith-designed house remain untouched, providing the perfect…

What would Wes Anderson do?” That’s the question a Cape Town-based interior design team asked itself when it transformed a bland tented camp into a next-level camping experience in the Cape Winelands. Camp Canoe delivers the charm of a contemporary cabin and creature comforts with private decks and a hot tub for those in search of stargazing and respite from the city. But it’s also about irreverent interiors and smart, space-saving design solutions for those who derive as much pleasure from an inspiring indoor experience as they do from the great outdoors. From the ‘sleeping-bag chic’ clad walls to the plaided mosaic bathroom, it has the kind of quirky personality you’d expect from a boutique hotel. However, you are separated from nature by just millimetres of canvas. For Amy Kropman…

setting the bar From the second Gemma Peanut walked through the door to her family’s new home on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the pool area was placed firmly on her renovation radar. “It looked like a bamboo jungle with a swimming hole,” noted Gemma of the original plantings towering over the entire back wall. “I immediately started drawing plans of how I wanted it to be, but I had to wait two years before we could get started!” Her clever concept called for a built-in bar area designed higher than the traditional bench so that, while the cook is making pizzas next to it, guests can sit comfortably at the same height to chat. Metal stools, The Block Shop. Carafe and glassware, Muji. “We live in the pool area now. It’s…