Tabla de contenidos para June 2017 en Inside Out

We shape our homes and places of work with every object we choose to put in them. This also goes for what we choose to leave out. And when our spaces change and grow, so do our lives. To help you make the most of the areas you live in, and explore the potential that an active family life offers, the Toyota Prius v provides plenty of space for adventure by seating up to seven occupants. It also has touchscreen audio with Bluetooth® phone and music connectivity, plus the Prius v i Tech® has intuitive satellite navigation* for road trips long or short. Planning a day by the ocean or park gym session? The third row seats fold flat to accommodate your beach and workout gear. Make the most of…

Pale timber, snowy white and soft grey tones are given depth with touches of sky and dark sea blue. The photograph by Brooke Holm, North , and cosy textures complete the picture as this simple colour scheme brings sophistication to the space. For more of our favourite trends, visit insideout.com.au/products/trends .…

1. Gubi ‘Mategot Dedal’ shelf, $459, Luumo Design, luumodesign.com. 2. Commissioned Editions ‘Library Stairs’ steps/footstool/side table with brass insert, $1850, Criteria, criteriacollection.com.au. 3. ‘Stair’ mirror, €398, Kristina Krogh, kkrogh.dk. 4. AYTM ‘Solum’ side table, $815, Top3 By Design, top3 .com.au. 5. ‘Staircase’ paperweight, $180, Studiokyss, studiokyss.com. 6. Internoitaliano ‘Paesemio’ wallpaper, €300/10m roll, WallpaperStore*, store.wallpaper.com. 7. De La Espada ‘Maze’ table by Autoban, $16,150, Criteria, as before. 8. Hem ‘Brick’ throw, POA, District, district.com.au. 9. Apparatus Studio ‘Candle Blocks’ candleholder sets, $1485 each, Criteria, as before. 10. Hem ‘Landmarks’ bookend, POA, District, as before.…

Q Our master bedroom has an adjoining bedroom that we want to make into either a dressing room that could double as a nursery or a walk-in robe and ensuite. Which of these will give us the best return on investment? Jarrod, via Facebook The answer to this will depend on several factors. For example, how large is the adjoining bedroom, and how far is the current bathroom from the master bedroom? As a general rule, though, bedrooms add a little more financial value than bathrooms. Think as early as possible about the long-term spatial needs of your growing family. For instance, if the nursery isn’t large enough to eventually turn into a kid’s bedroom, then it may not be worth it. We tend to design bedrooms no less than…

Good interiors are all about myths. They are about hope. Turning bare walls into something that will pull at your heartstrings forever. This book is a reflection on all that is about home. The world has too many interior pictures, but not enough stories. I wanted my house dreams to be delivered in a larger format than a bunch of tiny little squares because it’s only by going beneath the veneer of a house’s proudest picture that we get to know a little bit more about ourselves. For me, it’s always been about how a house makes you feel not its contents. A house in which the sum of its parts is more than its address or shopping list. percentage of black Camille Walala The name Camille means…

A white and stainless steel colour palette, a simple yet smart layout and plenty of streamlined storage means this cooking zone ticks all of the space savvy boxes. It also reflects the home’s relaxed style and showcases the feature elements seen throughout: open shelving where vignettes take the spotlight; the polished concrete floor; and a hint of the abundant easy care plant life. Turn the page to see more of this modern Bondi apartment.…

the story so far This four-bedroom brick-veneer house was built in 1965. Joanne and Heinz bought it in late 2013 from the family of the man who built it when, at 97, he reluctantly moved into a nursing home. At the end of a Bayside cul-de-sac, the house is set on a 607sqm block and was described by the selling agent as a “well-preserved treasure”. “We love the generous, light-filled space,” says Joanne. “We’ve made a few changes, such as painting the kitchen cabinets white and polishing some of the floorboards, but everything else is pretty much as it was in the 1960s.” When the couple bought the house, they purchased a few pieces of furniture from the owners, too, including the master bedroom’s bedhead, complete with cassette deck. “While…

The relaxing sight and sound of water was a standout element in The Husqvarna Garden - An Urban Sanctuary, designed and built by Charlie and his team at Inspired Exteriors (inspiredexteriors.com.au) for the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show. Constructed from powder-coated aluminium, the pond’s exterior was treated to a Porter’s Paints finish for instant patina.Turn the page for more winning garden ideas.…

Black and sequined. With flared sleeves and very high side split, no less. This lovely caftan is my most notable holiday purchase gone wrong. You know the ones, where for some reason it seems entirely appropriate to buy something on the Amalfi Coast that you would never have purchased at home? Sure, mine was black (standard for me), but the rest was completely ridiculous for my normal Sydney life. Have you done that in the interiors space? It’s common: holiday-maker brings home African art and has nowhere to hang it. Holiday-maker wonders what they were thinking, especially as it was so freakin’ hard to get through customs. In our international inspiration special issue, along with offering up three beautiful homes from around the world (from page 74), we’ve tackled the…

1. Menu bottle grinder, $139/pair, Design Mode International, designmode.com.au. 2. AYTM ‘Monili’ glass bauble, $19.50, BYMR, bymr.com.au. 3. Ferm Living plant box, $399, Designstuff, designstuff.com.au. 4. ‘Clean & Protect’ low sheen interior paints in Vintage Denim and Harvest View, $62.50/4L, British Paints, britishpaints.com.au. 5. Normann Copenhagen dustpan & broom, $45, Designstuff, as before. 6. Normann Copenhagen ‘Form’ table, POA, District, district.com.au. 7. ‘Iso’ hook, $64/assorted set of 3, Hay, hayshop.com.au. 8. Tacchini ‘Sesann’ lounge, $10,498, Stylecraft, stylecraft.com.au. 9. Linen quilt cover in Plantation/Indigo, $249/double, Kip&Co, kipandco.com.au. 10. Hem ‘Touchwood’ chair, $490, District, as before. 11. ‘Fern’ pillowcase, $49, Castle, castleandthings.com.au.…

1 TEXTURE PLAY  why it works: Leather, linen and cotton come together in this simple combo Oyoy bedhead in Beige/Navy Blue, $399, Designstuff, designstuff.com.au. Linen quilt cover set in Olive, $335/ queen, Cultiver, cultiver.com.au. 2 AGAINST THE GRAIN  why it works: Contrasting pattern with plain is the key with this duo ‘Halfmoon’ bedhead, $1690, Leÿer, leyer.com.au. ‘Inca’ cotton/ linen quilt cover set in Steel Grey, $249/ queen, Aura By Tracie Ellis, 1300 304 269. 3 PASTEL POWER  why it works: This elegant bedhead is countered with a playful-yet-pretty quilt cover ‘Sprayed Pinkie’ velvet quilt cover, $269/queen, Kip&Co., kipandco.com.au. ‘Isabella’ bedhead in Porcelain Blue, $499/queen, Brosa, brosa.com.au.…

What inspired you to go into interior design and styling? I was inspired at a young age by my mother who loved restoring houses. I lived through various renovations and developed an eye for what I liked and how a building or room can be transformed. After creating many spaces for others, I couldn’t wait to work on a project from start to finish that could inspire others and be shared. How is your personal style reflected in your work? I work closely with my clients to give them the look they are after although I feel most of my work for clients still reflects a lot of me in it, too. Personally, I love a variety of styles and textures. I use recycled pieces along with timber, steel, concrete…

1 sealing up Without sounding like I’m stating the obvious, properly sealing your home should be your very first step. Draughts and icy winds will turn a toasty warm home into a winter wonderland, so it’s vital to stop the breezes coming through. There are the obvious culprits such as underneath the door, open windows and air vents but we can sometimes overlook major leaks. Poorly sealed window frames, gaps between your flooring, exhaust fans, places where plumbing penetrates walls, around doors, chimneys, and in between your cladding… this list goes on. Listen and look for rattles and whistles during windy periods, movement in curtains, light through cracks and airflow around floorboards, doors and windows, then seal where appropriate. Seek professional advice from a builder before conducting any major work.…

Since his teenage years, Petrit Gratsis had always dreamt of a career in design. After years of owning a cafe, he decided to take the leap, changing careers to become an interior designer. Recently, he faced his ultimate design challenge: renovating the ground-floor apartment of the modernist duplex block he owns on Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach. Upon buying the home in 2002, Petrit’s design eye instantly saw its huge potential. However, not all went to plan when it came to purchasing the home.“I invited my best mate to come and view the place,” says Petrit.“We proceeded to the local pub for a few beers, and I woke up the following day with a serious hangover. I had missed the auction and subsequently forgot about the property!” His follow-up call…

“ A HOUSE SHOULDN’T SUT ITS OWNER FOR JUST A FEW YEARS – IT SHOULD LAST FOR LIFE”PIETRO CASTAGNA, HOMEOWNER Pietro Castagna was no stranger to Lake Como. He had discovered a little cove at the end of the Via Pescallo in the town of Bellagio 20 years ago, while hunting with his brother for old boats to restore. As co-owner of his family’s Milan-based furniture and interior design business, Pietro (pictured opposite) had also worked on a number of glamorous villas on the lake over the years.When the chance came up to buy a former convent on the shore, he took it, even though the only thing holding the building together was the enveloping ivy. Built in the 1600s as a convent, the dwelling was extended in…

“It would be great to see a verandah across the whole of the northern side of the house”ANDREW BENN, PANEL ARCHITECT the Panel’s advice Andrew Benn Architect and director, Benn + Penna Architecture, bennandpenna.com It’s best to keep things on one level if you have the space, as going up is a big job and can be risky when managing costs, plus there’s already a large, underutilised front garden. It can be tricky with council approval building out the front, but the house is set back and on a cul-de-sac so they can be less strict with the front building lines. We could add a couple of rooms and a verandah, knock through two existing bedrooms to make a master suite, and it would be a good opportunity to give…

The deal: My kitchen is relatively small so the lighting is all about what’s most functional for its size. I have spotlights, which give off a great amount of light and don’t clutter an already limited space. The pros: I love the look of pendant lighting. Having it in the right location so the light is where you need it when cooking is the key to making it work. Ideally, pendant lighting would work well above preparation work surfaces with a shade to focus the light down, and hung just above head height. The cons: I find the light isn’t as good to cook in and, if they’re not in the right spot, it can be an annoyance. I would recommend good spotlights, which can be moved to where you…

WILD AT HEART Emerging garden designer Emmaline Bowman’s 25 square metre plot was carefully planned to give people a place to unwind but also to support local animals and insects. Using recycled timber from her family farm, local grey basalt and native plants including ‘Billy Buttons’ from Victoria’s western plains, her aim was to create an entire ecosystem. To this end, a vertical plant wall filters water for the pond, which is in turn created with different levels to support fish and frogs. Hexagonal bug boxes on the wall and detailed fence palings are all designed to attract native insects – “even better pollinators than honey bees,” says Emmaline. “You can create a fantastic garden but still support local species.” 1st place, Boutique Garden Award Design by Stem Landscape Architecture…

the ‘Italian Reuben’ toastie SERVES 4 PREPARATION TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 10 minutes 1 loaf white sourdough, sliced 100g bresaola, thinly shaved 100g sliced provolone dolce cheese Butter Pickled fennel 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1 cup water 1 tbsp caster sugar ½ tsp coriander seeds ½ tsp pink peppercorns ½ tsp fennel seeds 1 fennel bulb Spread 1 tsp baby capers 1 anchovy fillet ¼ cup whole egg mayonnaise 1. For the pickled fennel, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, coriander seeds, pink peppercorns and fennel seeds in a small saucepan. Cook, stirring, over low heat for 2-3 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved. Set aside to cool and infuse. 2. With a mandolin or a knife, very thinly slice the fennel. When the pickling liquid…

SMARTSTONE For 15 years, Smartstone has been supplying an unrivalled range of quartz surfaces to Australian homes in the most natural-looking colours available. Scratch-and stain-resistant, Smartstone surfaces are easy to clean, low-emission and safe for use in all food environments. Now, Smartstone’s new surface from its 2017 Paris collection, ‘Concreto Avorio’ (above), is a refined version of a modern concrete look and brings style to any interior. Learn more at smartstone.com.au CAESARSTONE Caesarstone surfaces are known for being low maintenance and simple to clean, but now it’s even easier to keep them looking their best. Caesarstone Surface Cleaning Wipes are a convenient solution, tough on grime and gentle on stone, with a fresh lemon scent but no chlorine or bleaching agents. They are suitable not only for Caesarstone surfaces but…

We’re big fans of Marmoset Found and its handcrafted tactile pieces have always been a winner in our book – a prime example is this timeless wall-hanging. Joining the Melbourne company’s ceramics range are the ‘Tulip’ vase and ‘Hubble’ bowl. The pieces feature a subtle dimpled surface and are perfect for tabletop and sideboard vignettes. ‘Tulip’ vase (far right), from $39; ‘Hubble’ bowl, from $89; square plates, from $35 each; and ‘Laguna’ wall-hanging, $249, all Marmoset Found, marmosetfound.com.au.…

So you want to bring a kid’s room to life with a bit of extra fun? This playful colour palette from British Paints makes a fresh style statement with a perfect level of understatement that’s easy on the eye. Create a bold geometric feature wall using the silky soft tints of Mint Milestone and Crystal Dash, giving them a strong colour block base with Vintage Denim. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT BRITISHPAINTS.COM.AU OR CALL 132 525…

Ceramic salad servers DESIGNER: Daisy Cooper After growing up in rural Scotland, a trip overseas led Daisy to create her own range of ceramics, inspired by the natural surrounds of both her childhood and life in Australia. Each piece is handmade in a Melbourne workshop in Brunswick East. “I’m always looking for colours, textures and shapes in nature,” says Daisy. “With these servers, I’ve kept the exterior raw to showcase the texture of the clay with a pocket of glazed colour, just like a geode.” Her design process always begins with a ball of clay, sourced in Australia, which is then pinched and slab-built into the shape she needs. After a day of drying, the piece is shaped and refined before being left to dry again, fired, glazed and fired…

THE ORIGINAL Eames ‘Aluminium Group ’ side chair The form: A free-flowing cast aluminium office chair with a ribbed vinyl, leather or nylon mesh seat sling. What makes it special? The ‘Aluminium Group’ series of chairs was designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958 and represents one of the longest research projects undertaken by the Eames Office. The chairs were designed completely from the ground up with incredible wishbone like metal castings for the frames and a special system developed for invisibly fixing the seat sling to the frame. Robust and comfortable, the chairs are visually light and particularly well suited to home office environments, where their lack of excessive adjustments and clean flowing lines allow them to appear domestic in nature despite their commercial origins. The collection was…

“CHOOSE AN ELEMENT THAT REPRESENTS A CLEAR CONCEPT – LET THAT BE YOUR STORYTELLER” VANESSA COLYER TAY, STYLIST “DECLUTTER AND SHOW OFF PIECES THAT INSPIRE YOU” VANESSA COLYER TAY, STYLIST They say change is as good as a holiday, so giving your favourite room or your whole home a travel themed makeover could be the next best thing – like these interiors covering a cross section of well loved travel and holiday destinations. And if you’re anything like the Inside Out team, you would’ve subconsciously taken style notes during your travels, whether you visited a modern metropolis or an island escape – think Palm Springs sorbets... For stylist Vanessa Colyer Tay, travelling and styling are two halves of one whole. Travel destinations frequently inform her work as an…

“ Every dimension of the house is based on where we have the best view of the various aspects of the landscape” PIETRO RUSSO, HOMEOWNER & ARCHITECT South Africa’s Route 62 winds its way through the mostly arid Klein (little) and Groot (great) Karoo for 800 kilometres, taking its passengers through placid towns, ramshackle hamlets and sprawling farmlands. It’s pure unadulterated ‘big sky country’. One town on this iconic thoroughfare isVanwyksdorp, a typically small settlement and an oasis for the farming families living on the homesteads surrounding it. It’s some 25 kilometres away that Pietro and Amanda Russo (pictured below with their son,Antonio) found the property they’d been searching for - for five years.“We love the Little Karoo,” says Pietro, an architect and the designer of his family’s…

There’s something romantic and inspirational about living in a converted chocolate factory,” says Dean Lefkos, owner of this Melbourne apartment. The iconic Red Tulip chocolate factory, converted into apartments in the 1990s, had long been on this property collector’s radar and already housed a couple of his friends. When Dean’s ‘golden ticket’ moment finally arrived and an apartment came up for sale, the developer moved fast to make it his own. While there’s no glass elevator, a beautiful brick chimney runs through the space to add plenty of magic and hint that maybe, just maybe, a waterfall of chocolate once flowed nearby. Along with character, the apartment also had space on its side, with room for a 10-seater dining table and a couple of spare bedrooms to play with.…

BUYER BEWARE! It’s prudent to get a building and pest inspection on any property you’re thinking about buying. But it’s not failsafe – they often come with myriad caveats if the inspector can’t get access to the sub floor or roof cavities for example. And remember that pre purchase inspectors and pest inspectors are not licensed by the government (except in Queensland) and therefore standards can vary significantly. If it’s cheap, you should be suspicious. Get an independent report and do your research before you commission it. Buying a house is a nerve-racking time so when you factor in issues such as a main road or termite damage, many house hunters simply shut the front door and move on. But if you’re after a good deal, those very same problems…

The pros: Wallpaper can transform a hard-surface room into an inviting space, with many options from organic patterns to geometrics with an incredible array of colours. They work well in bathrooms, which are normally very plain, to create a dynamic space. The cons: Wallpaper is only suitable for a bathroom that is well ventilated, either with an exhaust fan or window. Fabric and grass weaves are not suitable for bathrooms, as they will turn mouldy. Vinyl wall-coverings withstand bathroom conditions much better. Wallpaper with a pre-coat of varnish can also be use for added protection. The verdict: Yay! Wallpaper is often overlooked as a decorating tool. It’s a very viable solution with so many colours, patterns and textures to help achieve an individual look for your bathroom. When it comes…

“THE SHORT ANSWER” Q Hi Peter, How can I get my kids to clean up their rooms? Or at least just pick up their dirty clothes? Pauline, Toowoomba, Qld A Hi Pauline. There are lots of reasons why it’s a good idea to get your kids into some good habits when it comes to tidying up. The most obvious is that it’s less work for you to do but even more importantly, study after study shows that kids who are in orderly environments do better on just about every level when it comes to social and education skills. First, it starts with you. Before your kids can think about cleaning up their bedroom or their toys, take a look at what kind of behaviour you’re modelling. If you’re relatively…

Floorboards, tiles and carpets can make or break a home’s interior, and the materials you use in your outdoor areas are no different. “Using the right surfaces in an outdoor space can make it more functional as well as soft and inviting,” says Matt Leacy, director and principal designer of Landart Landscapes (landart.com.au). “You should consider how durable the material is, whether it will brighten up a space and, if it’s being used for an entertaining or play area, make sure it feels nice to walk on.” pavers “A good dense natural stone, such as travertine or bluestone is hard to go past,” says Matt. “You can get it in almost any colour, it gives a great organic feel and is perfect for entertaining areas or around a pool. It…

GROW YOUR OWN HERBAL TEA GARDEN + There are many benefits to growing and making your own tea, not least of which is that you know that it’s clean and natural. Mint tea is great for relaxation and digestion. Mint is particularly fast growing and can take over the garden bed, so this can be a good one to have in its own pot. Unlike other herbs, it likes a bit of shade and lots of water, especially in the summer when it will need it daily. Give it a good trim regularly or it goes wild! HOW TO MAKE NON-TOXIC CLEANING PRODUCTS + Water, white vinegar, baking soda, rubbing alcohol, citrus peels or juice and essential oils like eucalyptus and tea tree are excellent basics for cleaning. To make…

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We are moving house in a fortnight and I’m running out of time for a massive chuck-out, which I know is important! The idea of packers discovering all the junk in my cupboards is so embarrassing that I’m thinking about doing it myself. My husband would prefer that option since he’s very frugal. What should I do?! Please reply ASAP. Lorna, Kirrawee, NSW Yours is a question in two parts, Lorna. So, unlike your approach to hall storage, let’s try to keep things orderly. On the question of a huge clear-out, you’re right, it does seem absolutely requisite to a smooth move.After all, what kind of moral reprobate could stand by and watch as a team of packers bubble-wraps your 1995 Dream Journal (number of entries: two) or tries to…