Inhoudsopgave van June 2018 - Inside Out

David and Bec sought to tell the story of the building’s historic past while creating a contemporary haven for a growing family The plan for this home was simple. Owners David and Bec Smith were to add an architectural rear extension overlooking a new pool and give the facade a face-lift. But when a note fell out from behind an architrave during the initial stages of the renovation, works came to a halt. THESE WALLS COULD TALK The note read: “This building was erected by M. M. Haiges. Carpenter James Haston. Plasterers Thomas Smart and Henry Glossip. Painter M. Swan. Remember us all whoever finds this. 1902”. Suddenly, preserving the facade became crucial, and David and Bec sought to tell the story of the building’s historic past, while creating a…

WINNING PIN! The Block favourites Deanne and Darren Jolly featured on the cover of our April issue, with this stunning renovation in Victoria’s Sorrento. Hoarders, take note! Peter Walsh’s top tips on decluttering family heirlooms and keepsakes was a popular read this month. reader spotlight Simple elegance via this dining zone by Molly Howe Design. Thanks to @alyssaleephotography on Instagram for sharing! Show us how you do style by tagging your photos with #sharemystyle and @insideoutmag. most double-tapped This gleaming bathroom by Alexander &Co. was this month’s most popular image on Instagram. IN YOUR NEWS FEED One of the oldest homes on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula was given a fresh, modern update by Technē Architecture + Interior Design. follow Inside Out Facebook facebook.com/Inside.Out.magazine.au Instagram @insideoutmag Pinterest pinterest.com/insideoutpins Twitter twitter.com/insideoutmag YouTube youtube.com/insideoutaus…

Hayden Youlley Design ‘Tessellate’ bowls DESIGNER: Hayden Youlley Hayden’s passion for ceramics occurred organically, he says, but the decision to become a full-time ceramicist was a conscious one that evolved over many years. “Working in high-end stores while studying design at COFA [now UNSW Art & Design], I gained practical business knowledge about the ways a ceramicist earns a living in Sydney,” says Hayden. “I’ve now been designing and making for seven years.” Based in Marrickville, he slip-casts his range of pieces, pouring liquid clay into a mould and hand-finishing details before firing them in a kiln. “Porcelain is a beautiful material,” he says. “It’s clean, elegant, translucent and looks amazing glazed or unglazed.” Hayden’s ‘Tessellate’ collection was inspired, he says, by a quote by Charles Eames: “Eventually everything connects…

THE ORIGINAL Thonet low stool by Michael Thonet The form: A stool with four turned legs and a circular plywood seat, with four steam-bent bracing components. What makes it special: Apart from utilising Michael Thonet’s bentwood technique developed in the mid-19th century in Austria, this stool – like its chair counterpart, the A14 ‘Vienna Café’ chair – was truly egalitarian. Made in vast numbers, it has benefitted from a correspondingly affordable price. Like all of Thonet’s designs, the stool’s success relies on simplicity and functionality, with a hint of the decorative delivered by the method’s ability to provide swooping curves. Steam-bending alters the wood’s fibres, making the beech timber rods elastic and bendable. While still in the moulds, the steam moisture evaporates and the wood becomes more rigid and retains…

When it comes to ceilings, most of us stick our heads in the sand. Once we’re happy with the floor plan, we barely even look up. ‘Ceiling plans’ are a seldom addressed topic in most builds, but a ceiling is one of the biggest elements in any home – it has a huge bearing on what your home looks and feels like, as well as how it functions. Let’s have a look at the ceilings we love the most… and what they can bring to your home. pitched ceilings & exposed beams Exposing ceiling joists, trusses and rafters is usually only achieved with a pitched roof and ceiling. The costs can run big – but the results can be astonishing. Cathedral-style ceilings offer huge amounts of airflow and a great…

The idea of renovating back-to-back homes is enough to scare most people off, but Sal and Darren Wood are not most people.The couple admits not only to thriving on such a challenge, but becoming addicted to it. In fact, it’s not uncommon for Sal and Darren to be mid-renovation when a new project that’s calling out for their expertise suddenly grabs their attention. Each renovation is thoughtfully carried out and, by the end of the project, each home is considered a much-loved old friend. And their latest venture was no different.The serial renovators saw a chance to save another ‘old friend’.After a brief inspection of the Californian bungalow in Geelong, they jumped at the opportunity.The idea of the salvation and preservation of this nostalgia-filled home proved to be Sal’s main…

Sofie was only 21 when, with a little bit of luck, she purchased a small apartment on the outskirts of Nørrebro, in Copenhagen.The area was then an unpolished pocket of the city, with grocery stores and bottle shops on the street corners, and its very own special and diverse collection of residents.The apartment itself was not everything Sofie had dreamt of, but it was 54 square metres with high ceilings, it was affordable and it was her very own.“I got it for under half the original sale price, so I could live with the fact that it was not exactly the grand palace I had in mind. I could see opportunities in it, and most importantly, I felt at home in this part of the city,” says Sofie, who used…

the floor plan There is a generous amount of space to work with. One bedroom is separated from the main living area by the bathroom – and there is a dine-in kitchen and a study, which is where David and Carla spend most of their downtime. Their plan to sacrifice the formal living for a second bedroom is excellent. There is room to create a corridor linking two bedrooms and the bathroom. We could put up a wall on the right side of the front door and knock out the existing walls to the left to create an open-plan living-kitchen-dining area. This layout makes much more sense and would add value for when they come to sell. the kitchen Inefficient and impractical, plus limited storage space is what we’re working…

1 UNDERSTATED CHIC THE MIRROR One hero piece is all it takes to add drama to a tiny bathroom. ‘Ung Drill’ mirror, $69, IKEA, ikea.com.au. THE TAPWARE A traditional style of tapware works well with a monochromatic colour scheme. Kado ‘Classic’ twinner tap, $689, Reece, reece.com.au. THE BASIN A basin that’s fixed to the wall will save on valuable floor space. ‘PA580/S’ powder room wall basin, $365 (excludes tap and basin outlet), Parisi, parisi.com.au. THE LIGHT Illuminate your space without any fussy detailing with a chic wall light. Flos ‘Mini Glo-Ball’ wall light, $199, Euroluce, euroluce.com.au. THE TOWEL Add softness with a textured towel. ‘Glacier’ cotton hand towel, $24, L&M Home, lmhome.com.au. key to success Powder rooms work best when the details are kept simple and reflect the general aesthetic…

open & shut Ideal for hiding away clutter, the Hartô ‘Fanny’ wall-mounted shelf offers open display space, too. It’s $1240, go to clickonfurniture.com.au. CLOCK WORK Telling the time becomes a stylish affair with the sleek brass ‘Radial’ clock, $75, from designbythem.com. the finishing touch Create a soft and inviting sleeping zone with the addition of a plush cushion. 1. Pompom cushion cover, $40, &inkco., andinkco.bigcartel.com. 2. ‘Sumi’ cushion cover, $46.90, Città, cittadesign.com. 3. ‘Monte #27’ cushion, $195, Pampa, pampa.com.au. BURNING UP Turn up the heat with the invigorating aroma of essential oils. Timeless Carrara marble and copper add easy elegance, courtesy of the ‘ Synergy’ oil diffuser, $169.95, from additionstudio.com. the mixer The classic KitchenAid stand mixer goes dark in this limited-edition release in Black Tie, $1299, from eands.com.au. the…

“I like a lot of varieties of plants – different shapes, different textures. Something has to be flowering, giving some sort of interest in the garden” JULIAN BOMBARDIERE, LANDSCAPE DESIGNER When Mary and Brian decided to renovate their house in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, they also wanted a garden that would make the most of its expansive outlook.Architect Mary Ellen Hudson had created a beautiful, modernist-inspired addition to their 1930s home in Clovelly. At the same time,she designed the layout for a garden that would take full advantage of views over the nearby beaches. The house blends concrete walls and floors with recycled timber indoors, and repurposed sandstone and striking copper panels outdoors. Kilbri Building did the construction work, turning the home from a single-storey, three-bedroom property into a multi-level, five-bedroom…

pizza bianco with gorgonzola & zucchini SERVES 2 PREPARATION TIME 2 hours 30 minutes COOKING TIME 20 minutes 500g bread and pizza plain flour 1 tsp dry yeast 2 tsp salt 60ml (¼ cup) extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle 310ml (1¼ cups) water 2 zucchini, thinly sliced 2 x 200g fresh mozzarella, sliced 120g gorgonzola, crumbled ½ cup fresh marjoram sprigs 1. Place flour and yeast in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Stir until combined. Add salt and 2 tbsp of the oil. Stir until combined. Gradually add water. Mix for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Scrape dough into a lightly oiled bowl. Cover. Set aside for 2 hours or until doubled in size. 2. Preheat oven to 250°C…

These are some of the items I find useful in plant-based cooking. They are marked with * in the ingredients list. You can find them in some supermarkets, most health food and wholefood stores, organic grocers and online. Coconut aminos A fermented liquid made from the aged sap of coconut blossom. It has a sweet, salty, tangy flavour. A lower sodium substitute for soy sauce or tamari. Nori An edible seaweed that is rack dried in sheets. Usually used as a wrapping for sushi, nori is high in vitamins and minerals including iodine and is best sourced organically. Nutritional yeast Sometimes called savoury yeast. It is an inactive yeast grown on molasses. It’s then washed and dried with heat to make sure it’s inactive. I use it to give recipes…

TREND WINDOWS & DOORS When it comes to renovating, one of the most important considerations is your choice of doors and windows. Trend Windows & Doors’ ‘Botanica’ timber range features 13 well-designed, durable doors and windows in cedar or meranti timber that can be stained or painted. The natural insulating properties of timber combined with energy-efficient glazing options ensures year-round comfort. For more about the Botanica range, visit trendwindows.com.au SMEG Celebrating 70 years of technology with style, Smeg has launched the stunning ‘Portofino By Smeg’ collection, inspired by the coastal glamour of the exclusive Italian Mediterranean harbour village. Available in four monochromatic shades and four eye-catching colours, the large-format, triple-fan freestanding cookers can be slotted in between kitchen cabinets or used as a standalone appliance. Either way, it’s sure to…

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Choices are a funny thing. On one hand, they signify liberation and freedom, and a sense of ‘what does my heart desire?’ And on the other, decisions can be tough, especially if you’re one of those people who like to get things right. (I have my hand up… do you?) When I look at this issue, I see a lot of inspiration: in the kids’ room mini-special (it starts on page 32), the homes features and in the super-fun makeover by Jono Fleming on page 44, to name a few. All of these stories are designed to give you an idea of what the finished product could look like. But what about when you’re just starting out? This is the time to focus on the details in those rooms –…

All the way from the salt flats and elevated plains of northern Argentina, the Puna weavers’ collection of rugs are sourced directly from the community where they are made – for a fair price. Showcasing geometric patterns representative of the mountainscapes and fields, the combination of sheep’s and llama’s wool creates a soft, warm texture. Each rug bears unique variations in grain and colour, as well as the signature of the weaver. ‘Puna 0639’ rug, $1390/158cm x 200cm, Pampa, pampa.com.au.…

1 Playful shapes are a fun way to add softness. Eno Studio ‘Basalte’ rug, $1520, Clickon Furniture, clickon furniture.com.au. 2 Great for storage, whether standing upright or laid down horizontally – plus it’s a handy seat! ‘Kallax’ shelving unit, $50, IKEA, ikea.com.au. 3 Give them the ultimate driver’s seat in this comfy chair, ideal for hours of gaming fun. ‘Daily Task’ chair in Gingrich Charcoal, $799, Blu Dot, bludot.com.au. OR TRY THIS Under-desk storage hides clutter, while a pop of colour adds a sense of fun to their space. Hartô ‘Victor’ desk, $1380, Clickon Furniture, as before. AND THE REST… Tim Neve ‘Stellar’ cushion, from $72, and ‘Portholes’ fabric, $82/sqm, Sparkk, sparkkshop.com.au. Assorted comic books, Kings Comics, kingscomics.com. ‘Scamp’ table, $299, Blu Dot, bludot.com.au. What She Said Co ‘Circle’…

Four years ago, Amber and Andy Bell came across this house while exploring a suburb that wasn’t even on their radar.What started out that day as a quick visit across the Sydney Harbour Bridge turned into a real-estate game changer for their family. “We had just sold our place in Annandale in Sydney’s inner west and wanted to upsize in the same area,” says Amber.“The auction market was ferociously competitive - we kept missing out weekend after weekend.We had house-hunting fatigue! This house in the northern suburbs was a ‘wild card’ my husband threw into the mix.”The rest is history. “ The day I went to see it was in early spring. The house had that holiday feeling and I just knew!” AMBER CRESWELL BELL, HOMEOWNER Amber, what was it…

Find your perfect match. Follow our four simple steps to sofa satisfaction 1. finalise furniture layout Your layout will dictate the sofa’s size and may help with your style choice. “Ideally, place your sofa facing the view or a TV, but also consider the space’s flow,” says interior designer Romy Alwill of Alwill Interiors (alwill.com.au). “Unless your sofa has a particularly pretty back or you have room for a sofa table to sit behind it, it’s not ideal to walk into a room and see the back of a sofa. It blocks the spatial flow and cuts off the room. Entering the room viewing the side or front is nicer.” 2. get size wise Before you fall in love with a style, shape or model, measure up to ensure you’re…

Q Dear Peter, This whole ‘being organised’ thing… I’m convinced it has to be genetic. I love being organised, but for me it never seems to last. How do I stop clutter from building up? Charlotte, Richmond, Vic A Charlotte, let’s get the “was I born with it” question out of the way first. Some studies show there might be a gene associated with neatness, but there are also a few that say there’s not, so I’m not going to let you use that as an excuse. For me, being organised is like living a healthy lifestyle (getting enough sleep, exercising, eating well) – things you can control if you choose to. But it’s more than a choice, it’s committing to a way of life. I’ve learnt there are…

“This is down-to-earth, good, satisfying food with a modern twist”HARRIET BIRRELL, AUTHOR GARLICKY WILD RICE GREENIE BOWL SERVES 2 PREPARATION TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 20 minutes GARLICKY RICE 1 cup (190g) wild rice 1 tbsp hulled tahini* 1 tbsp coconut aminos* ½ tsp garlic powder SALAD 1 cup (40g) baby spinach 1 small cucumber, finely sliced 1 cup (50g) alfalfa sprouts 1 sheet organic nori*, shredded 1 cup (40g) pea shoots, chopped 1 avocado, peeled and sliced 1 tsp sesame seeds 1 lime, halved 1. Place the rice in a saucepan with 2 cups water. Bring to the boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until water is absorbed. 2. Assemble salad ingredients in 2 bowls. Stir the tahini, aminos and garlic powder through the rice. Add…

My husband and I recently purchased a 1990s-era townhouse which has an elaborate, Eastern-style garden courtyard. It’s not really my taste, and the interiors are also a bit rough around the edges. There is so much I’d like to do, from repainting to replacing the light fixtures. As we’re on a budget, I can’t do everything at once. Should I focus on the interiors or tackle the outdoor areas first? Cath, Golden Grove, SA Have you noticed, Cath, how difficult it is these days to go more than three-quarters of an hour without being told to “live in the moment” by a well-meaning soul in moisture-wicking leggings? As overused, semi-spiritual bromides go, it’s one I hold no truck with - unless the moment falls after 5pm and has an ice-cold…

Matt Biocich Blending classically styled elements, trend-driven pieces and found objects, Matt’s colour palette of muted neutral tones is paired with natural textures. Melissa McMeekin Chunky knits meet rich velvet and leather in Melissa’s peaceful space. Breezy blues and soft whites are anchored by country-style aesthetics and sculptural flowers. Sara Huckett Combining a solid grey sofa with graphic colour in the form of wallpaper, artwork and accessories, Sara has curated a fun and vibrant space for her cover shot. Fiona Michelon In this desert landscape-inspired space with a twist, Fiona paired a cactus, dry foliage and an artwork of rolling hills with cool blues and a crisp white sofa for a fresh, calming look. Kirra Bell Inspired by the changing season and rich autumnal tones, Kirra’s aim was to create…

1 EXOTIC LUXE  why it works: Because textural blue, pink and green should always be seen ‘Stay Gold’ Turkish kilim cushion, $95, Tigmi Trading, tigmitradingcom.. Linen quilt cover in Forest Reverse Coral, from $239, Kip&Co, kipandco.com.au. 2 MIX & MATCH  why it works: Dark tones meet neutrals and stripes for a winning combination Injiri ‘Rebari 46’ quilt, $1085, Spence & Lyda, spenceandlydacom.au.. Tensira handwoven cushion, $89, Gingerfinch, gingerfinch.com.au. 3 SLEEPING BEAUTY  why it works: Cosy up to these warming shades in luxe, high-quality fabrics Kvadrat ‘Blossom Lumbar’ cushion cover, $150, ni.ni.creative, ninicreativebigcartel.com.. We Are Triibe linen duvet cover in Tobacco, from $275, In Bed, inbedstore.com.…

Textural and organic materials make the Melbourne cottage of Kath Edwards and Jac Weatherley inviting across all levels, including the living area.A ‘Dreamer’ sofa from Pop & Scott creates an expansive relaxation zone, and is a nod to their love of layering. Huge steel-framed windows draw in plenty of sunlight, while also showcasing the couple’s staghorn collection.Turn to page 76 for the full story.…

the story so far Carla and David Mizrahi bought this charming 65-square-metre 1930s apartment three years ago. Set in a block of six in the eastern Sydney suburb of Woollahra, it has one bedroom – but that could be about to change. The couple, who recently married, are finally ready to make some major upgrades. “We’re on the brink of renovations but our question is, should we turn it into a two-bedder by reducing the living-room space but increasing the property value?” asks Carla. “We also want to update the bathroom and kitchen. And if so, we need some ideas to maximise space and storage.” The study is the couple’s favourite room and, set at the back of the home, it’s beautifully light and looks out over the treetops of…

1 UNDERSTATED CHIC A deceptively simple design highlights the beauty of textural layers Architect: Farnan Findlay Architects (farnanfindlay.com.au). Style of project: A newly built four-bedroom house in Sydney’s Clovelly. This totally new build was designed to be a low-maintenance solution for a busy family, while still offering layers of high-end textural interest in the hard surfaces. The powder room is attached to the guest bedroom and reflects the aesthetics of the rest of the house. The house is a reverse brick veneer – bricks on the inside for thermal insulation, spotted gum on the outside for aesthetics. As timber is a big part of the home’s interiors, the timber shelf connects the space visually with adjacent rooms. “We have a lot of timber and white walls,” says homeowner Kimberley. Those…

native flora Inspired by the rich Australian landscape, Sage X Clare’s ‘Barrku’ collection is a celebration of our natural environment, including the ‘Rosa’ cushion, $149, ‘Darcy Ticking’ quilt cover, from $179, pillowcases, $45 each, and ‘Hannah Check’ mohair blanket, $289. Go to sageandclare.com. PRETTY IN PINK The softness of 100 per cent flax linen is combined with a playful digital print by Prudence Caroline in Sister Brand’s ‘Greta’ pyjamas, $249. Go to sisterbrand.com.au. do the twist Providing plenty of storage underneath a rotating timber top, the ‘Swivel’ bedside table, $385, is a streamlined addition to your bedroom look. Find it at nathanjac.com. YAY OR NAY …wall lights in the bedroom Interior designer Chelsea Hing weighs in The deal: There’s nothing like the soft glow of decorative lights in a bedroom,…

The vision of our top landscape designers is typified by ‘Square 1’, a project by Melbourne’s Candeo Design.A Silver Show Garden award winner at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, the space was dreamt up by Candeo’s Brent Reid as “the entertaining area of a couryard garden or the entertaining retreat for a larger garden area”. Sandblasted bluestone marble tiles and an open pergola roof help frame a multi-level portrait of plantings, towered over by grand Araucaria heterophylla Norfolk Island pine trees. Visit candeodesign.com.au.…