Issue #24.1 2021

Home Design

Interior and Exterior Design

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Editor April Ossington Deputy Editor Louise Smithers Sub-Editor Michelle Segal Contributors Lauren Clarke, Carrol Baker Art Director Martha Rubazewicz Advertising Sales Managers Advertising Enquiries & Bookings NSW: Anthea Hamilton P: 02 9887 0311 M:
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Ed’s LETTER
I did a full kitchen renovation at the start of the year and boy has it made a difference. Not only did it make a difference aesthetically, but also to the way our home functions and the way we feel about it. Now I can see my son playing when I’m pre
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Design SOCIETY
FOLLOW US facebook.com/homedesignmagazine @homedesignmagazine_au Inspired by the Northern Lights, award-winning Danish designer Sofie Refer has crafted the Apiales and Miira collections for Nuura, offered in new brass and satin black finishes. Fillin
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OUT & ABOUT
Incorporating dynamic form and sliding floor plates to mirror the rhythmic rolling waves of the ocean, Pacific Palm Beach comprises 13 designer luxury apartments, a double-storey beach house and a penthouse with rooftop terrace. Wraparound balconies
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Eugenia Wilson
Eugenia Wilson has had a colourful and diverse career. She started out as a lawyer and then worked for the United Nations in New York as well as with refugees in detention centres across Australia. Now Eugenia heads up an inspirational art gallery th
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Michael Chazan
When crafting his distinct and unique pieces, Michael says his inspiration is drawn from life and all that it encompasses. “It could be a piece of art or sculpture, the silhouette of a city building, a crack in the pavement or a conversation with a f
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Arty Farty
LUXURY LOOKS MID-TIER MAGIC STYLE THAT WON’T BREAK THE BANK
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Win Big More Than $11,000 Giveaway!
In this issue of Home Design, we’ve got 13 prizes to give away to 13 lucky readers — from premium coffee machines and trendy art to hang on your wall to cutting-edge kitchenware and stylish tapware. For a chance to win one of these home must-haves, a
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Too Cool For School
We all love summer. Poolside barbecues, lazy days at the beach and sultry nights with friends sipping cocktails on the deck. But if you find yourself tossing and turning at midnight because it’s just too hot to sleep, it’s time to reassess your home’
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Small Sensation
An industrial aesthetic meets city style in this converted Melbourne warehouse. Designer Penny del Castillo of Studio del Castillo has given this two-bedroom apartment a new lease on life thanks to striking features such as the exposed brick walls, m
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French Connection
THE FRENCH OAK SPIRAL STAIRCASE WITH PROPRIETARY WROUGHT-IRON HEARTPATTERNED BALUSTRADES Say “oui” to Englehart Homes’ stately, architect-designed, five-bedroom residence, which boasts the grandeur of a French chateau while matching uncompromising qu
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Annie Le
Annie Le is an emerging artist, currently studying Year 12 at Caulfield Grammar School. Over the past two years, Annie’s natural creativity and talent have grown with her and been her expression of life as an artist and boarding student living far fr
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Keeping Your Cool
With a dedicated focus on designing products that make electricians’ lives easier, Mercator products are quick to install and perform to the highest levels, offering customers a seamless experience and greater peace of mind. Among Mercator’s vast ran
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A Sense Of Space
A sanctuary equipped with a sense of space and openness was the goal for the owners of this stunning property in the tourist town of Daylesford in Victoria. Having lived on a farm with space around them, they were fortunate to find a north-facing bui
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Panel Discussion
In step with the uptake in DIY home projects over the past 18 months, the scope of wall panel options has grown significantly. Brought to market in early July, Cavetto is the new lining board product that reads like a love letter to curves and arches
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A Modern Masterpiece
Sleek. Minimalist. Engaging. All of these terms could be used to describe this Albert Park renovation. Thanks to Robson Rak designers Kathryn Robson and Chris Rak’s unique skillset, what used to be a collection of small older buildings has been compl
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Urban Wilderness
Ramble down the garden path and you will discover City Cabin. In among the dense green shrubbery dotted throughout the yard, and seamlessly blending with the golden-brown trunks of the trees, is a twobedroom dwelling that celebrates nature — right in
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Beachside Paradise
There’s nothing like the refreshing scent of the ocean. In this expansive Balmoral home, the sea breeze dances in the surrounding trees and drifts through the large open windows, reminding the family that they live in a true beachside paradise. Yet i
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BANG & OLUFSEN AT PREMIUM SOUND
Combining iconic design, sumptuous sound and seamless integration, Bang & Olufsen products represent the epitome of high-performance entertainment, and bringing Bang & Olufsen’s wide range of audio and video products to the Aussie market is Premium S
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In The Zone
Some homes almost seem like they’re inviting you to touch. To stay. To play. This is certainly the case with Rodyna apartment, a three-bedroom, threebathroom home located in Kiev, Ukraine. Here, a variety of textures line the walls, floor and furnish
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Loewe Smart Radios
Immerse yourself in new soundscapes with the Loewe klang s3 and Loewe klang s1 smart radios. With crystal-clear sound, numerous streaming functions and virtually limitless program options, Loewe’s expanding audio portfolio is all the richer thanks to
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Superb Solar Power
Adding solar when renovating is the smart time to future-proof your home and protect yourself from rising energy costs, as well as doing your bit to make the planet cleaner and greener. One of the smartest ways to improve your home’s value while reno
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Stylish Functionality
Choosing the right cabinet application for your kitchen, bathroom or living area can transform your home and boost its functionality. Blum’s AVENTOS lift systems not only provide functionality, but also give homeowners and renovators the ability to u
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Australian-made Warmth
If you want to buy Australian, champion Australian makers and support local manufacturers and businesses, then we have some exciting news. Real Flame is thrilled to reveal it has officially received the exclusive certified Australian Made® certificat
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Airtouch Smart Air Conditioning Controllers
Do you feel guilty every time you switch on the air conditioning? Worry about ballooning bills? Ever experience that niggling sense of culpability when thinking about your personal impact on the environment? Ease your concerns and enjoy greater comfo
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Made By Pen
Made by Pen (Pen) is an Australian product design studio founded on the principles of good design and innovative simplicity. Partnering with Australia’s most inspired designers, architects and makers, Pen delivers products that are authentic, wellres
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A Hint Of Mint
If you’re looking to upgrade your kitchen and stir in some vibrancy, the Colour Boutique range from Belling has you covered. Featuring seven new colours inspired by the latest home design trends, Mojito Mint is one of the new shades. The exciting hue
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Creative Selection
1/ Andria is inspired by graphic, textile, object and architectural design from the 1930s to the 1970s. Often viewing a simple shape of an architectural detail or a textile colour palette will result in an entire concept for an artwork or series. Sin
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Lucinda Leveille
Lucinda Leveille’s father was an artist, so the creative gene runs deep in her family. At the age of 15, Lucinda begged her mother to let her leave school to study art and she threw herself into her studies at the National Art School in Sydney. For f
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Dream Designer Kitchens
If you are planning a kitchen renovation, getting the right balance of function and form is key. You want your kitchen to look warm and welcoming, but also to be practical both in design and layout. With more homeowners embracing apartment-style livi
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An Elegant Makeover
THE ROSS GARDAM WALL LIGHT Embracing Space is known for creating highly personalised projects that are as stylish as they are functional. Case in point: this beautiful Brighton renovation. The clients have a penchant for traditional styling and reque
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Coastal Farmhouse
Chic and elegant, with coastal aesthetics contrasted with a pop of colour, this unique renovation makes the kitchen the centrepiece of the residence. The team at Seavern brightened up a room that hasn’t been revamped since the 1980s. A lot of love we
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A Tropical Affair
Palm Springs has come to life at this Ocean Grove home thanks to the team at Geelong Tiles & Bathware. Contrasting tropical hues of pink and green adorn the entire abode, including the main bathroom and ensuite. The brief stipulated a forever home th
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Easy Breezy
Stifle stuffy summer days with the newly developed Skyfan DC ceiling fan. Developed and engineered in Australia, the fan was designed from the ground up by Ventair as a high-quality, high-end and versatile product to suit the Australian market. The f
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Smoke And Mirrors
Good design in the bathroom can have an almost magical effect. That’s certainly the case in this space from Above All Bathrooms, where smart layout and finishes have resulted in a room that’s far more than just smoke and mirrors. The previous bathroo
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Retrorevolution
THE CUSTOM GLASS SPLASHBACK Living with a stylish (for its day) but totally outdated 1970s kitchen, these homeowners wanted to upgrade to a space with a contemporary look and modern functionality, without completely losing the ‘70s-era aesthetic. Rem
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Streamlined With Storage
Boasting a light, fresh and airy ambience, this newly renovated kitchen has been transformed from a dark, drab and outdated space into a fabulous contemporary kitchen while maximising storage and functionality. White melamine cabinets, frosted glass
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The Best Address For Fun
By changing up your décor, adding a sculptural element or two and with some tasty food and fun activities on the menu, friends will be lining up at your door for an invitation. A swimming pool makes entertaining a breeze. The kids will love it and yo
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Feel The Heat With Heatstrip®
The HEATSTRIP® collection of electric radiant heaters is perfect for the outdoors and hard-to-heat indoor spaces. As there is typically constant air movement in an outdoor or open indoor area, many conventional heaters rely on convection heating that
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A Lifestyle Upgrade
On the must-have list for this rural property were a luxury swimming pool and inviting outdoor living spaces, all of which had to be created on a site with wonderful views but a tricky slope. The brief given to PTA Landscapes was to integrate the pla
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Product Spotlight
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