Indice dei contenuti per August 2017 in Inside Out

Well, I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but our August issue is our 150th. That’s 150 times the Inside Out team has said, “Yep, this is our favourite home in the issue – let’s put it on the cover.” The 150th time we’ve read every page, checked every price, lovingly chosen every image, knowing it was the very best we could do this month. Think that’s worth celebrating? I do! With that in mind, we decided to throw ourselves a little party, and invited as many of our friends as possible. Why not? We had some of our longest-standing stylists, including Jason Grant and Claire Delmar; some of our newer recruits, interior experts Lisa Koehler and Shannon Vos; those who’ve created some of our favourite stories over the years, including…

1. Nanimarquina ‘The Quill L’ rug, $3970, Mobilia, mobilia.com.au. 2. Skimming Stones ‘Precious Rains’ plate, $45, Koskela, koskela.com.au. 3. Normann Copenhagen ‘Dropit’ hooks, $50/pair, Curious Grace, curiousgrace.com.au. 4. Futagami ‘Galaxy’ brass trivet, $159, Ginkgo Leaf, ginkgoleaf.com.au. 5. Skagerk ‘Turn’ mirror, $361, Finnish Design Shop, finnishdesignshop.com. 6. Molo ‘Cloud’ table light, $895, SeehoSu, seehosu.com.au. 7. Hem ‘Rain’ napkin, POA, District, district.com.au. 8. ‘Le Soleil’ candle, $69, Maison Balzac, maisonbalzac.com. 9. ‘Ink Rain’ cushion, $99, One Another, oneanother.com.au. 10. Flensted ‘Drifting Clouds’ mobile, $269, Designstuff, designstuff.com.au.…

MJP Studio ‘Wedge’ coat stand DESIGNER: Matt Pearson Adelaide-based designer/maker Matt is passionate about timber and woodworking. “I specialise in timber, especially American timbers, which have amazing visual and working characteristics,” he says. “I also like to bring in other materials, such as steel, brass and leather.” As such, his striking Wedge coat stand features an American oak frame on a powder-coated steel base. The tapered pegs ‘wedge’ into the holes and can be easily reconfigured. “People are drawn to moving the pegs around when they interact with the stand,” says Matt. “The shape mimics the human form, with the pegs set at common heights for items to be hung – hat, scarf, then jacket – there’s even a spot low down for a child to use.” While every piece…

THE ORIGINAL George Nelson ‘Thin Edge’ bed The form: A single, queen or king bed with a super-fine profile in tubular steel, wood and woven cane. What makes it special: Mid-century American design legend George Nelson was not only an accomplished architect, graphic designer, author and critic but was also an incredible product designer. His range includes his ground-breaking ‘Bubble’ lamps, clocks and furniture like the ‘Coconut’ chair and ‘Marshmallow’ sofa (designed with Irving Harper). Nelson designed the ‘Thin Edge’ bed for Herman Miller in 1954. The design won the first award from The Institute of American Decorators and was praised as “a new design, which eliminates unnecessary bulk while retaining deep comfort”. Nelson’s designs elevated objects off the floor, a change from the heavy wooden furniture that dominated American…

Visit harveynorman.com.au/innovations PYROLYTIC OVEN + WARMING DRAWER Create a next-gen kitchen with the combination of a Miele ArtLine Series Pyrolytic Oven (H6860BPX, $7,199) and Gourmet Warming Drawer (EWS6214, $1,699), which has a low-temperature cooking function ideal for slow cooking meats. All ArtLine appliances feature a sleek handle-less design with Touch2Open and SoftOpen functions, so you can release the door with a light touch and it will open smoothly before stopping gently in its end position. TOUCH2OPEN As well as giving your kitchen a contemporary streamlined look, the handle-less design of these appliances is a practical update that makes access easier than ever, even when your hands are full. This is the ultimate innovation for style-conscious cooks. INDUCTION COOKTOP Cook like a pro with the Miele Induction Cooktop…

the Panel’s advice Andrew Benn Architect and director, Benn + Penna Architecture, bennandpenna.com This is a grand old house indeed. I love the soaring ceilings and beautiful plasterwork, but the 1980s extension is a disappointment. Although it adds a huge amount of space, it looks as if it was done cheaply and does nothing for the character of the home. If this is their forever home, Kate and Tim should take it off and start from scratch. This would be a great opportunity to build something of a superior quality and design, plus they can make a master plan for the house. The simple way to approach it is to put the bedrooms at the front with the formal living room, the bathrooms in the middle where it tends to…

Choosing the right mirror for your place depends on what you need: a decorative element to suit your style, somewhere to do your make-up, or a space-enlarging magic trick. First, mirrors can change your perception of a space. Jonathon Lee of The Hangman (thehangman.com.au) has been hanging mirrors and advising on their placement for more than 20 years. “Mirrors can really make a small space feel larger,” he says. “I often put an oversized mirror in a small entrance area to open it up visually. You can create a similar effect by putting a mirror at the end of a hallway. In small apartments, a floor-to-ceiling mirrored wall can expand a room.” As for how to hang a mirror: think of it like an artwork. “A mirror should always relate…

Q Dear Peter, Why is it that when I organise the house on Monday, it’s a disaster zone by Wednesday? How do I keep the place and my family organised? Alison, Toowoomba, Qld A Hi Alison. How intensely frustrating is it to see your hard work ruined? But here’s the deal… Your house doesn’t magically become untidy by itself. Keeping your space tidy starts with figuring out what’s happening and I’ve found there are generally three reasons why mess builds up. 1. You’re putting things away in a way that makes it hard to keep them organised. When you put things away, are you a ‘piler’? Are there neatly stacked piles of cookware in your cupboards or jumpers in your wardrobe? Those piles may look neat but the truth…

SPICED CHICKPEA & CASHEW MIX SERVES 6 PREPARATION TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 35 minutes 400g can chickpeas, rinsed, drained 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 tbsp curry powder 1 tbsp cumin seeds 2 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp garam masala 125g (¾ cup) raw cashews Sea salt flakes, to serve 1. Pat the chickpeas dry with paper towel. 2. Preheat oven to 220°C. Line a large baking tray with baking paper. Combine the oil, curry powder, cumin seeds, turmeric and garam masala in a large bowl. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture in a small bowl. Toss the chickpeas in the remaining spice mixture. Season with salt. Spread the chickpeas, in a single layer, on the prepared tray. Bake for 25 minutes or until light golden. 3. Toss the…

We’ve partnered with Samsung to offer one reader the opportunity to win a ‘The Frame’ 55” 4K UHD TV, valued at $3299. The latest TV from Samsung complements your style at home, displaying an embedded artwork when turned off to seamlessly match your decor or art wall. For more details on The Frame, visit samsung.com. Read below to see how you can enter HOW TO ENTER Share a pic of your tech style at home on Instagram or Twitter, using the hashtag #SHAREMYSTYLETECH and tag us @insideoutmag…

THE DARK SIDE  why it works: This textural striped towel and matt hook make a moody pair ‘Wook’ wall hook, $49, Blu Dot, bludot.com.au. ‘Waffle’ bath towel, $49.95, Aura By Tracie Ellis, aurahome.com.au. PEACHY KEEN  why it works: This sweet combination teams clean timber tones with soft pink ‘Raina’ bath sheet, $24.95, CO:Home, cottonon.com.au. ‘Hang On Piccolo’ coat rack, $140, Plyroom, plyroom.com.au. PATTERN PLAY  why it works: Add interest to a minimalist space with a luxe multi coloured graphic towel and bold stone hook Terrazzo hook, $49, Zakkia, zakkia.com.au. ‘Multi Level’ velour bath towel, $44.90, Città, cittadesign.com.au.…

Q We’re building a new home and we’re stuck on the roof. Not literally, but we can’t decide whether to go with tiles or steel. What factors do we need to consider? Sharon, via email Your decision really comes down to personal taste, but there are a few things to know. Tiles, which are most commonly made from terracotta or concrete, need a certain pitch to be effective, so if the angle of your roof is less than about 20 degrees, you’ll need to use metal. Tiles are also significantly heavier than metal roofing, so this kind of roof requires more structural support. Colorbond now has roofing with reflective properties, which can help if you live in a hot climate, in which case I’d also recommend choosing a light colour.…

warm white ‘Eggshell Acrylic’ paint in Old Church White, $97.65/4L, Porter’s Paints, porterspaints.com. white white ‘Clean & Protect’ low sheen interior paint in Love Note, $62.50/4L, British Paints, britishpaints.com.au. cool white ‘Wash&Wear 101 Barrier Technology’ low sheen interior paint in Lexicon, $71.90/4L, Dulux, dulux.com.au. cool whites  Your first decision when it comes to picking paint is about the mood you’re trying to create. “You need to think about how you want to feel in the space first and foremost, then consider your surrounds and the amount of natural light that enters your room,” says stylist and Dulux ambassador Julia Green (dulux.com.au). When it comes to cool and warm shades of white, it’s all about the base. At the cooler end of the spectrum are whites with a black or blue…

SLOW-ROASTED LAMB SHOULDER WITH POMEGRANATE MOLASSES GLAZE SERVES 4 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground ginger 2 tsp salt ⅓ cup pomegranate molasses, plus extra, to serve 2 onions, cut into rings 1.8kg lamb shoulder (bone in) 500ml (2 cups) chicken stock 1. Preheat oven to 160°C. Combine the olive oil, garlic, spices, salt and 2 tablespoons of molasses. Spread the onion over the base of a roasting pan. Top with the lamb and rub over the glaze. 2. Carefully pour stock down the side of pan (do not pour over lamb). Lightly cover with foil. Roast for 4 hours or until lamb is very tender. Strain the pan juices into a saucepan and discard the solids. Allow fat…

The Netherlands forms a big part of Ursula van Schoonhoven’s life. It’s where her father was born, where she met her husband Hans – in the middle of a 10-year stint living and working in Amsterdam – and is the backbone of their business, House Of Orange, which specialises in furniture with a distinctly Dutch aesthetic. Step inside their Edwardian house in Melbourne’s inner-city Prahran – which, like a lot of Dutch houses, is a long-term rental – and you could almost be in Amsterdam with its gracious high ceilings, obligatory white walls and unadorned windows.“That’s very much a Dutch phenomenon,” says Ursula.“No-one closes their blinds, if they have them in the first place!” When the couple decided to take on a weekender in Sorrento, on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula,…

Period charm is possibly one of the most overused phrases in the language of real estate. And there’s a reason for that – it’s what many buyers are looking for. But not only does charm cost, it can come with a large spoonful of compromise. So when you’re buying an old house, what do you need to look out for? And how can you maximise the benefits while ensuring your home works for modern life? We asked our Panel architect Andrew Benn (bennandpenna.com.au) for his advice on turning an old lady into love’s young dream. GEORGIAN  Georgian architecture is the earliest style of architecture found in Australia and is a treasured feature of Australia's oldest cities such as Sydney, Newcastle and Hobart. It’s a simple, elegant and formal style as,…

the light Focused task lighting in the form of Muuto’s ‘Ambit’ light rail ($1249) is where practicality meets refined contemporary style. Find it at designstuff.com.au. the tiles Your splashback will thank you with the addition of the textured look and feel of these ‘Patagon’ porcelain tiles. Available in Indigo, Pistachio and Fresh White, they’re $345/sqm at perini.com.au. the seat Eating in takes a bright turn with the duck-egg blue ‘Tuck’ stool. Topped with a timber seat, it’s ready for both indoor and outdoor use. It’s $695 at designbythem.com. the must-have Accuracy is a baker’s best friend – make it easy with the Zeal measuring spoon set, $16.95. Each spoon clips onto a ring and they tuck into each other for smart storage. Find it at everten.com.au. the chef ’s tool…

One of our favourite discoveries at Melbourne’s Denfair this year was the range from Spanish company Kettal and this particular headturner, the ‘Cala’ armchair. Designed by London-based studio Doshi Levien, Cala is a modern take on wicker peacock chairs with its coloured knitted woven rope and coated aluminium frame. Consider it the outdoor throne of your dreams. Kettal ‘Cala’ armchair by Doshi Levien, from $4746.50, Mobilia, mobilia.com.au.…

WEEKNIGHT COOKING STAPLES Planning and a well-stocked pantry are key – and don’t be afraid to take a few short cuts. There’s nothing wrong with using good quality ready-made stocks, tinned tomatoes, a packet of soup mix, frozen peas or a barbecued chicken from the supermarket. Combined with fresh vegetables and herbs, meat and seafood, grains, rice and pasta, you’ll be able to whip up a meal that will keep the hungry hordes happy and well fed. Monday to Friday never tasted so good. This chilli jam chicken can be made with such little effort at home, any day of the week. chilli jam chicken with grilled greens SERVES 4 6 boneless, skinless chicken thigh fillets 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 generous pinches of sea salt 300g Chinese broccoli (gai…

a-c Anibou (02) 9319 0655, anibou.com.au. Arflex arflex.it. Artek artek.fi. B&B Italia bebitalia.com. Bolia bolia.com. Castle 0424 734 583, castleandthings.com.au. CDK Stone (03) 8552 6000, cdkstone.com.au. Chris Colwell chriscolwelldesign.com.au. Coco Republic 1300 000 220, cocorepublic.com.au. Cultiver 1300 016 772, cultiver.com.au. d-h Ditte Sørensen madstitch.com. Dulux 132 525, dulux.com.au. Ferm Living fermliving.com. Fenton&Fenton (03) 9533 2323, fentonand fenton.com.au. Funkis (02) 9358 3093, funkis.com. GL Stand en.glstrand.dk. Gloster gloster.com/en. Hartô hartodesign.fr. Hay (02) 9538 0855, hayshop.com.au. HK Living (03) 9500 9991, hkliving.com.au. Homelife Furnishings (02) 9389 9478, homelifefurnishings.com.au. Houe houe.com. House Of Orange (03) 9500 9991, houseoforange.com.au. Hub Furniture (03) 9652 1222, hubfurniture.com.au. i-l IKEA ikea.com.au. Jacqueline Tiepermann jacquelinetiepermann.com. Jardan (03) 8581 4988, jardan.com.au. Katrina Carter katrina carterart.com. Koskela (02) 9280 0999, koskela.com.au. Laminex 132 136, laminex.com.au. Line Dyr linedyr.dk. Linum linum…

1. ‘Kirriwirri’ Tibetan wool rug, $7920, Designer Rugs, designerrugs.com.au. 2. Road To Nowhere print, from $950 (framed), The Artwork Stylist, theartworkstylist.com.au. 3. Paris au Mois d’Août ‘Sofia’ pendant light, from $210, Hub Furniture, hubfurniture.com.au. 4. Viccarbe ‘Shape O’ stool in Sand, $1725, Hub Furniture, as before. 5. ‘Roso’ sunglasses in Congee, $309, Sunday Somewhere, sundaysomewhere.com.au. 6. Ligne Roset ‘Demi-Teintes’ mirror, from $2325, Domo, domo.com.au. 7. ‘Anya’ cushion, $84.70, Issie-Mae, issie-mae.com.au. 8. Point ‘Hamp’ two-seater lounge, from $4275, Domo, as before. 9. ‘Earth Tub’ vessel in Bark, $168, Lightly, lightly.com.au. 10. ‘Clean & Protect’ low sheen interior paint in Barista Fare, $62.50/4L, British Paints, britishpaints.com.au. 11. Velvet quilt cover in Mink, from $249, Kip&Co, kipandco.com.au. 12. Icelandic sheepskin rug in Fawn, $198, Hides Of Excellence, hidesofexcellence.com.au.…

Blue greens and creamy tones take on a sense of history when paired with the aged patina of timber, tiles and metalwork to tell a grand old tale. Pale grey offers a refined base, while deeper charcoal accents are a striking addition. For more of our favourite trends, visit insideout.com.au/products/trends .…

You went to art school aged 14, but worked in graphic design and advertising before becoming a full-time artist in your late thirties. Do you still paint every day? I do. I’m 76 and I’ll never stop painting. I exhibit my new paintings at my gallery in Sydney. I’ve committed to art as a lifetime journey. My greatest pleasure in life is standing in front of a clean white canvas and not knowing where the work will go. Much of your work focuses on the ocean – is it still a source of inspiration for you? I feel lucky to wake up in Australia every day, and even luckier that I wake up beside Sydney Harbour. I swim every day, all year round, although in winter it might be better…

Our love affair with white interiors is undeniable. I mean, how many pinned images or liked pics do we all have of an all white palette, from kitchens and bathrooms to living areas and bedrooms? There’s something about white that we all love; it can look so damn good and it’s what so many of us strive for, sometimes without even knowing why. But there’s a fine line between a beautiful white room and a boring white out, so how do we make white interesting? Let’s have a look. why white? Using white is not a new thing – just look at classic whitewashed Greek houses and Scandinavian design with its milky white walls and floors. White has been ‘in’ for donkey’s years. More recently, it has come back as…

“Launching Inside Out was both exciting and terrifying but if you don’t feel those things when launching a magazine, you’re doing something wrong”- Karen McCartney, founding editor “It’s been an absolute honour working with Inside Out . IO represents a creative outlet that kicks all of the goals, offering practical ideas that ensure interiors and exteriors not only look great, but function in everyday life”Shannon Vos, interior architect “For me, being a part of Inside Out means being able to bring my love of design to reality and into the homes of our readers”Lisa Koehler, interior decorator Time to celebrate! We invited a few special friends who have played a huge part in Inside Out’s 150 issue journey with an intimate lunch event in the only way we…

Make the most of original features, such as this ornate fireplace, by adding a contemporary edge with a splash of white paint. Colourful accents will draw attention to the decorative mantelpiece. The bold Mon Williamson artwork creates interest while a luxe sheepskin cushion from Jardan is paired with a velvet Missoni cushion from Safari Living for softness.…

the budget undecided the story so far Kate Barnett and her husband Tim bought this circa-1915 double-fronted brick single-storey Edwardian home in Melbourne’s Malvern East in 2008. At the time, they were living in Sydney and their parents inspected it and bid on their behalf at the auction. Since then they have moved in with daughter Annabel, 11; and son Will, 9, and want to future-proof the home for living with two teenagers, while making the most of the period facade and original details. “We love the leafy street and the neighbourhood,” says Kate. “And we love knowing our home is more than 100 years old and that we’re preserving and enhancing it for future generations.” The couple would also like to landscape the featureless garden and create both an…

nature’s bounty Any space is transformed into something special with the addition of fresh plants and flowers – pressed botanicals help you preserve that sense of everyday luxury. Whether you gather leaves, sprigs or blooms from your garden or on a walk through the country or your local neighbourhood, all you need is an appreciation of colour and form and you’ll be good to go. Combine your pressed plant displays with potted succulents or bulbs to create a leafy green vignette that becomes three dimensional. see through The distinctive beauty of these pressed leaves and plants is the way in which they have been carefully sandwiched between sheets of glass. This allows light and glimpses of the surrounding landscape to filter through. To enhance the ethereal nature of plants pressed…

WEST ELM There’s a lot to love about the new spring collection that has just hit West Elm stores and online. One of the many highlights is the range of sleek concrete and metal standing planters. The pots are made from a lightweight resin composite that offers the look of concrete but without the heft or fragility, making it easy to arrange the planters around the home, either indoors or on the patio. The geometric base will add a slick of gold to contrast with your favourite greenery. Take a look at westelm.com.au ILVE A must-have for every wine lover’s kitchen, the new wine cellar units from Ilve come in five storage options, each styled in stainless steel with timber shelves. With sleek appeal typical of Ilve appliances, these stunning…

Our neighbours have just started a major renovation, which is going to take at least a year. We’re on friendly terms, but ours are terrace houses that share a party wall. Already the noise and dust coming into my house is sending me around the bend and it’s only been two weeks. I’m wondering if they should be compensating us in any way? Shona, Haberfield, NSW According to my records, 82 per cent of city dwellings are undergoing renovations at any given time, or at least that’s the figure I came up with by counting how many houses in my street have skips in the driveway and crushed cans of energy drink stuffed in the front hedge. So you’re certainly not alone in your anguish. Nearby renovations come for us…