Inside Outの March 2017 の目次

Homes are so personal. I know, I take out this issue’s award for stating the bleeding obvious, but I just feel constantly inspired by the way different people design renovations to perfectly fit their lifestyle. In particular, our ‘Open for Inspection’ home on page 42 is a shining example of form balanced with function. Shannon Vos and I spent a day hanging out at Hannah and Clyde’s place (it’s always amusing waving homeowners off to a day of work while we stay at their home with a bunch of people they’ve never met) and as part of our home tour, we discussed the fact that the modest-sized family home facilitates the busy lives of a family of six. SIX! You see, their lovely home has a cool, beachy vibe, but…

With summer turning into autumn, many of us are reaching the tail end of the wave that is new year goal setting. To reinvigorate yourself and stay motivated, use the shift in seasons as inspiration for other changes. It’s the ideal time to refresh and declutter the spaces you spend the most time in – your home and car – to make way for new possibilities for a more organised lifestyle. When planning updates, versatility is key, as it’s important to leave yourself and your family room to grow. The adaptable Toyota Prius v has a spacious and moveable cabin, advanced safety features for peace of mind on the roads, and a hybrid engine that maximises fuel efficiency without sacrificing power. A perfect fit for the modern family, the Prius…

Christina, what does MadeMeasure do? We are purveyors of premium handles for interior projects, and makers of leather goods for the built space. We’re for quality over quantity, and simplicity in form and function. How did MadeMeasure come about? My business partner, Paul is known for his leathercraft and he used to produce leather products for my former business, a dog accessory company. After three years, it was clear that we wanted to keep the art of leather craftsmanship alive in Australia, so we joined forces to start MadeMeasure. We saw the collaboration as an opportunity to combine our skills and passion. How do both of you fit into the design and creation process? Our design process is organic – we go with our gut feeling, and what we feel…

From left: Artek ‘115’ umbrella stand, $785, Anibou, anibou.com.au. ‘Rain’ coat stand in Wizard, $1252, Jardan, jardan.com.au. ‘Hoop’ umbrella stand in Pink, US$149, NakNak, naknakdesign.com. ‘Trashkova’ umbrella stand in Silver, $400, Boqil, boqil.com.au. ‘Alfred’ umbrella stand in Yellow, $330, DesignByThem, designbythem.com. ‘M114 Taiga’ umbrella stand in Aqua, $462, Ke-Zu, kezu.com.au. Umbra ‘Hub’ umbrella stand in White/Ash, $129, Arrival Hall, arrivalhall.com.au. ‘Room For Two’ umbrella, $110, Buck And Bear, buckandbear.com. From left: ‘Grid’ Umbrella, $59.90, Città, cittadesign.com. Children’s umbrella, $34.95, MUJI Australia, muji.com/au. Shapes in ‘Endure’ low sheen interior paints in Casanova (top left) and Cranapple (bottom left), $67.95/4L, Taubmans, taubmans.com.au; and ‘Wash&Wear’ interior paint in Norfolk Sky, $85.90/4L, Dulux (right), dulux.com.au. Rain in ‘Clean & Protect’ low sheen interior paint in Distant Shore, $56.90/4L British Paints, britishpaints.com.au.…

“ Pick toys that will last a lifetime as well as playtime”JESSICA HANSON, STYLE EDITOR 1 Novelty pieces can be more than kitsch. This striking plane is crafted for your kid’s favourite knick-knacks. Up! Warsaw ‘Bi-Plane’ shelf, $230, Two More Charlies, twomorecharlies.com.au. 2 Foster your child’s sense of make-believe and love of the open road by teaming this portable piece with wooden cars and blocks to build villages and cities. Sebra felt roadway, $120, Pip And Sox, pipandsox.com.au. 3 Fun yet functional, this curvy number is a great first proper bed for your growing toddler, as well as being a cool feature. ‘R’ toddler bed in Whitewash, €595, and toddler mattress, €103, Rafa-kids, rafa-kids.com. THE STORAGE Playtime becomes a portable affair with this storage hidey-hole. Just pop in toys and…

You can always trust the Swedes to be ahead of the rest of the world when it comes to design. One collaboration, Folkhem Trä, is creating housing near Stockholm that produces far fewer carbon emissions than traditional construction. How? By building in wood. One of its developments, Strandparken, has outer walls covered in cedar shingles while the interiors, from the floors to the benchtops, are also made from timber. Wood improves the acoustics throughout the building and, when it ages, can also be sanded back and refinished rather than replaced. Every aspect is created with longevity in mind – updating takes place through the use of textiles, art, colour and lighting. all hung up Usually people arrange multiple pieces of art in one of two ways: in a very symmetrical…

Renowned for its wines, the city of Bordeaux is also home to some of the most graceful streets in France, with many classical buildings offering 18th-century architectural facades. In one of its exclusive suburbs lies the magnificent home of Ludivine Degas and her family (pictured above). For Ludivine, an interior designer who specialises in renovation projects, and her husband Stèphane, who runs a steel and metalwork company, converting old run-down houses into stylish and comfortable homes is always a welcome challenge. “An appetite for change and passion for a new renovation project made us decide to embark on a new adventure,” says Ludivine of the family’s quest for a new abode, which began in 2014. The old house was in a good state but needed a complete restructure to fit…

The key to this look is balancing block-toned cabinetry with detailed materials for an interesting result The key to this look is teaming eucalyptus green and timber tones with a hit of gold for next level sophistication The key to this look is using the materials generously to allow the striking variations in the surfaces to be the stars…

Retro style meets modern convenience in this clever DeVOL kitchen. Open wall-hung shelving provides easy-access storage, while cupboards below hide appliances. 1 hard-to-reach storage When you’re planning a kitchen, the combination of drawers and cupboards is a key consideration. Drawers have taken the limelight in recent years, but can you ever have too many? “Drawers can sometimes be difficult because you can’t easily see everything that lies within,” says Simona Castagna of Minosa Design (minosa.com.au). “I would recommend drawers under the bench and shelving above. Half-depth shelving is particularly good, especially for pantry storage. Drawers, on the other hand, allow for better access and use of cabinet space so I’d go for as many as your budget allows. If you have deep, dark cupboards, invest in some sensor LED lighting…

The deal: When I moved to Florence as a student, I rented a room in an old apartment complete with spiral staircases, terracotta floors and a marble tabletop in the kitchen. I’ve wanted the same in my kitchen ever since! The pros: Marble in a kitchen looks beautiful and bright, and it will continue to look good with the patina of everyday use. The cool surface is also fantastic for pastry. The cons: Marble scratches easily and believe it or not, it can stain, particularly with acidic ingredients like vinegar, wine or lemon juice. The verdict: Yay! I still dream that one day I’ll have marble benchtops, but for now I make do with a couple of carrara marble boards that I pull out when I’m making pastry or need…

Remember those long nights as a kid when you were terrified of monsters hiding under your bed? The adult equivalent is that dark place under the bathroom, kitchen or laundry sink. Chances are you have no idea what’s hiding there and are in no rush to uncover it or to venture into the abyss… until today. Does this sound like you? You’re in the cleaning supplies aisle at the supermarket. It’s been ages since you’ve given the shower a good clean. You momentarily freak out that you don’t have enough cleaning supplies… oh look, they’re running a special on ‘Bright & Sparkly Shower Stuff’ and you think, just to be on the safe side, you’ll grab an extra four litres of that. Better get a sponge and brush, too. You…

new heights The latest range of plant stands from Ivy Muse features slim modern lines, perfect for elevating your indoor or outdoor garden. From $180 each at ivymuse.com.au. PLATING UP Alfresco dining calls for relaxed tableware in the form of hand-thrown pottery. Natural imperfections only add to the charm. Starting at $40, the range is available at robertplumb.com.au. in the bag Take a load off on the ‘Kyoto’ outdoor bean bag. Available in durable Sunbrella marine fabric from $315, find it at lujo.com.au. pick me up This portable, lightweight lamp with a USB charger can bring that cosy Danish concept of ‘hygge’ anywhere you like. The Menu ‘Carrie’ lamp is $339 from designstuff.com.au. EASY REACH Keep those garden tools organised with the clever ‘Harry’ holders, $25 each. These slimline black…

cauliflower, labne & harissa salad SERVES 4 PREP & COOKING TIME 40 minutes 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets 2 tbsp harissa paste 3 tbsp olive oil Celtic sea salt and ground pepper 250g cherry tomatoes, halved 1 x 400g tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 cup rocket leaves 80g labne Lemony Tahini Dressing (see recipe below) A handful of mint leaves (optional) 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced) and line a baking tray with baking paper. 2. Place the cauliflower, harissa and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix so the cauliflower is well coated in the harissa and oil. 3. Spread out the cauliflower on the prepared tray and roast for 25–30 minutes or until tender.…

Appliances are key, and knowing what kind of cook/chef/entertainer you are will help you make your purchases. On page 128, you can kit out your kitchen with the essentials. I sit somewhere between ‘entertainer’ and ‘small space’, so I think this trio will work nicely in my next kitchen reno… open house! Explore the coastal lifestyle with a video tour of this family home. Hosted by myself and interior architect Shannon Vos, you’ll find the video on insideout.com.au, thanks to Toyota Prius v. KITCHEN style & design special…

1. Normann Copenhagen ‘Box’ table, from $260, District, district.com.au. 2. Muuto ‘E27’ pendant light, $115, Living Edge, livingedge.com.au. 3. Tacchini ‘Kelly’ easy chair, $3040, Stylecraft, stylecraft.com.au. 4. Ommo ‘Tiers’ cake stand, $49.95, H&G Designs, handgdesigns.com. 5. ‘Rhom’ trivet, $54, Hay, hayshop.com.au. 6. Aimee Wilder ‘Cactus Spirit’ wallpaper, $580/9m, Just Kids Wallpaper, justkidswallpaper.com. 7. ‘Fete Colour’ salad servers, $17.95/pair, Country Road, countryroad.com.au. 8. Ox Denmarq ‘Smed’ stool, $795, Great Dane, greatdanefurniture.com. 9. ‘Draget’ shelving unit, $49.99, IKEA, ikea.com.au. 10. Bosa ‘Banano 1’ plate, US$152, WallpaperStore, store.wallpaper.com. 11. ‘Clean & Protect’ low sheen interior paint in Delicious Mint, $56.90/4L, British Paints, britishpaints.com.au. ‘Endure’ low sheen interior paint in Green Gloss, $82/4L, Taubmans, taubmans.com.au.…

ADesignStudio ‘LightGarden’ lights DESIGNER: Alex Fitzpatrick After working as an architectural lighting designer for five years, Alex’s first luminaire released under his own name was the LightGarden design. Inspired by nature, as well as advances in LED technology and systems, Alex says he has always been intrigued by the balance of the scientific and poetic elements of light. “LightGarden uses internally lit LED lights that are hidden from view, which creates a familiar vision of light bursting through the fittings, like sunlight through the branches of a tree,” he says. “The light fittings can also be transformed into a living vine as they meander across a wall to create a ‘garden’ of light.” Working from a modest studio in Sydney’s Watsons Bay, Alex is passionate about ensuring that the components…

Get your dose of design through David Harrison’s blog at designdaily.com.au. THE ORIGINAL ‘233’ chair by the Thonet brothers for GebrüderT1819 The form: A bentwood dining chair in natural beech, ash or stained in a variety of colours with a solid timber back and arms. What makes it special: Designed in 1895 by Franz, Michael Jr., August, Josef and Jakob Thonet – the sons of Thonet founder, Michael Thonet – the ‘233’ chair offers a continuation of the early bentwood style. However, the addition of a back support and arms made it more robust: a good dining chair for lengthy periods spent at a table. A major success in cafes and dining establishments since its release, the chair was just one of a huge number of chairs designed in the…

Clockwise from top left: SRF Hantverk storage box, $85, Mr Kitly, mrkitly.com.au. Vitra toolbox in Mustard, $60, Space Furniture, spacefurniture.com.au. Hartô ‘Louisette’ toolbox in Water Blue, $159, Clickon Furniture, clickonfurniture.com.au. ‘4’ steel toolbox, $42.95, MUJI Australia, muji.com/au. House Doctor toolbox in Dusty Pink, $99.95, NoteMaker, notemaker.com.au. RO Collection ‘No. 5’ solid ash toolbox, $249, Designstuff, designstuff.com.au. Hightide ‘Penco’ console box in Black, $62.95, NoteMaker, as before. Verso Design ‘Koppa’ toolbox, $139, Norr:Design, norrdesign.com.au. Hightide hourglass, $24.95, NoteMaker, as before. Design Letters jug, $99; Oyoy salt & pepper mills, $62.50 each; and House Doctor salad servers, $22.95/set, all Luumo Design, luumodesign.com. Hair brush, $54, and face cloth, $18, Hay, hayshop.com.au. Paintbrushes, $15.50/assorted set of 3; oil paints, from $11.95 each; and painting knife, $8.95, all The Sydney Art Store, (02) 9699…

Completely renovating your family home by gutting the existing dwelling and adding another floor, all within a 12-week deadline. Impossible? Not according to Hannah and Clyde Daish. The couple did all this with the creation of their dream home in the Northern Beaches suburb of Narrabeen. Hannah and Clyde purchased the house, originally a timber-framed fibro cottage, in 2009.The pair could see the cottage’s potential but the attraction was more the location: smack bang in the middle of the street with the beach at one end and the lake at the other, perfect for their family of then five. They didn’t feel the need to start the renovation straightaway, though.“We purchased the home with a vision to renovate or knock it down after three years,” says Hannah.“Three years turned into…

Not many mothers would move house while four months pregnant and then project-manage a renovation while living on-site. But that is exactly what Jennie Cadman did alongside her husband, Duane and their children,William and Amelie.“When we moved in, I thought we would only sand and repolish the floors and paint the skirting boards. But as soon as we painted the skirting boards, the walls looked green, so we painted those as well,” says Jennie.“The renovation then snowballed and when Harper was three months old, we decided to tackle the kitchen, laundry and downstairs bathroom.We ended up changing everything from the external paint colours to the door handles and power-point covers.” Jennie, how did you manage to renovate a kitchen, bathroom and laundry with a three-month-old in tow? It was actually…

the story so far Rachael and Michael purchased their 100-year-old weatherboard cottage eight years ago and have been living there happily ever since. Located on a 310sqm block, the home is opposite a beautiful park in the Sydney suburb of Lilyfield. “We love our house,” says Rachael. “We gave it a bit of a facelift when we moved in – new paint, lights, blinds, etc. It has a nice feel and works reasonably well for us, particularly as our kids are still small.” But the kids won’t be small forever and the couple’s thoughts have turned to renovation. “We want two living spaces, four bedrooms plus a new kitchen, two bathrooms and, ideally, separate sleeping zones for adults and kids.” What’s stopping them? Rachael and Michael are concerned that because…

STARRY NIGHT The newest bedding from Scandi fave Ferm Living is aptly named Hush. The sheets are made of soft organic cotton. Look out for it in April at Designstuff, designstuff.com.au. stand to attention Bring a certain elegance to getting ready with the Poltrona Frau ‘Ren’ standing mirror with hangers, $7681, Cult, cultdesign.com.au. in the fray Tactile linen meets easy-care cotton with this frayed-edge quilt cover set from Temple & Webster. The set starts at $59.95/ single; visit templeand webster.com.au. CAST AGLOW Pair the shapely Kalmar Wekstätten ‘Fliegenbein’ standing lamp with an armchair for a statement reading corner. It’s $2350 from Great Dane. Go to greatdanefurniture.com. weaving magic Plush and embossed pieces offer a soft and welcoming touch to your bed. 1. ‘Macey’ cushion in Pink, $49.95, CO:Home, cottonon.com. 2.…

1. Observe light conditions in the space you wish to place a plant. Is there direct or indirect sunlight? Is it a bright or shaded position? These conditions can change in your space during the year. At home, we have specific winter and summer locations for our plants based on light availability. In summer, we tend to move plants off window ledges and away from the harsh sun, whereas in winter, we keep them close to light sources. 2. Just like us, plants get thirsty. As a general rule in summer, they enjoy more water and in winter, less. Rather than keep an exact watering routine throughout the year, look for signs that a plant is thirsty, such as wilting leaves and dry soil – these are a pretty good…

Breakfast: 7.30am-9am It’s like they always say: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It kickstarts your digestion and metabolism and feeds your body with the vitamins and minerals it needs to perform. Try to eat within one hour of waking, and always include protein and fat. Have your one coffee around this time too. Snack: 11am Have your green juice and a small snack around mid-morning. Snacks must contain a protein component and are optional – tune in to your appetite. Lunch: 12.30pm-1pm Combine dark leafy greens with one or two servings of protein, one unit of good fat and one unit of starch – your choice of starchy veggies, gluten-free grains or legumes. Chances are you’ll feel fuller when you add a portion of fat. Lunch…

WINNING PIN! Timberrr! This image from our story on ‘12 ways to use timber throughout your home’ was our most popular pin for the month. Something tells us some of you haven’t nailed those New Year’s resolutions just yet - our piece ‘Organised Bliss (and how to have it)’ was the most popular tweet this month. Don’t worry, it’s still early days! reader spotlight Only sweet dreams from here on out. We’re swooning over little Tayla’s bedroom – thanks for sharing @_misskara! Don’t forget to share your pictures with us using the hashtag #sharemystyle. most double-tapped A pastel palette and Palm Springs style was a winning combination this month. This dreamy cactus garden from a modernist North Balgowlah home scored 3023 likes. IN YOUR NEWS FEED Old meets new! This…

1. My Deer Art Shop Botanics Plate 1 Fern print, $95 (unframed), The Little Interior, thelittleinterior.com.au. 2. Moroso ‘Morning Glory’ side table, $1190, Hub Furniture, hubfurniture.com.au. 3. House Of Plants book by Caro Langton and Rose Ray, $39.99, Booktopia, booktopia.com.au. 4. Fundamental.Berlin ‘Air’ pendant plant holder, $26, Ivy Muse, ivymuse.com.au. 5. Thing Industries bookend planter, $62, Kate Sylvester, katesylvester.com. 6. ‘Botanical’ pillowcases, NZ$99/ pair, Father Rabbit, fatherrabbit.com. 7. Kristina Dam ‘Botanic’ storage unit, $1150, Norr:Design, norrdesign.com.au. 8. Light & Ladder ‘Hadron’ watering can, US$280, Sight Unseen, shop.sightunseen.com. 9. ‘Nest’ vessel & stand by Amanda Dziedzic, $280, Ivy Muse, as before. 10. Ferm Living ‘Rectangle’ plant wall, $59/24cm x 75cm, Designstuff, designstuff.com.au.…

Q We have three children under five and want our new kitchen to work into the future. What do we need to consider? Josh, via email “Storage is a key consideration in a family kitchen. Not only for food and kitchen equipment – you need to plan for a place for homework, books, pens, general office needs and school notes. If space permits, I love to allocate a cupboard to each child with a personal drawer or shelf for homework and books. Consider the shape of the kitchen; a U-shaped layout and galley have plenty of space and also allow two people to work together without getting in each other’s way. Everyone loves to gather around the kitchen bench, so it’s important to try keep it free of clutter to…

1 SHADES OF PALE   why it works: Beautiful timber grain is showcased in both of these pieces Gemla ‘Vilda 2’ dining chair, $1452, SeehoSu, seehosu.com.au. Karimoku New Standard ‘Colour Wood’ table by Scholten & Baijings, $3040, Stylecraft, stylecraft.com.au. 2 BOLD LINES   why it works: A strong aesthetic and an attention to detail bring this duo together ‘RD’ dining chair, $845, Douglas And Bec, (03) 9419 1146. ‘Molloy’ dining table by Adam Goodrum, from $5280, Cult, 1300 768 626. 3 DESIGNER LOOK   why it works: This pair is above the curve with its style pedigree ‘13Eighty’ chair by Scholten & Baijings, POA, Hay, (02) 9538 0855. Coedition ‘Altay’ dining table by Patricia Urquiola, from $5700, Hub Furniture, hubfurniture.com.au.…

Cladding is the outer layer of your home’s exterior designed to protect you and the building from the weather. It’s a vital element to get right not only to protect your home, but also to make your castle a real eye-catcher – cladding is one of the biggest and most visually dramatic design features of a home. It goes without saying that the cladding choice you make will directly affect the cost and value of your build, so listen up! Cladding can help with thermal and sound insulation as well as increasing levels of fire protection and reducing maintenance. These factors all need to come into consideration when choosing what to ‘wrap’ your home in. You also need to think about the sustainability of the materials and the costs involved,…

Make the most of a sun-filled space by covering surfaces with leafy green beauties. In this apartment, charcoal and timber tones team with crisp white, allowing the lush potted plants to add colour. Scandi furniture and vintage pieces lend themselves to a variety of sculptural plants that bring interesting detail to clean lines and shapes. For more of this home, turn to page 86.…

One of the benefits of renting is that sometimes, you can upsize your space. This was the case for Allan Torp, the talent behind design and lifestyle blog Bungalow5.dk. In 2015, he decided to sell his home so he could travel more – since he was now renting, he could live in a larger apartment. Allan had been house-hunting for three months, and when he stepped into the large living room and kitchen space of this Copenhagen apartment, he signed on the dotted line.“It was all new, all white and untouched,” says Allan.“I was definitely looking for a space where I could just move in and not do anything.”The challenge lay in filling the space with both furniture and personality, but his choice of apartment made that job easier. Once…

the Panel’s advice Andrew Benn Architect and director, Benn + Penna Architecture, bennandpenna.com Rachael and Michael want to rebuild and extend their home. They’re worried that once they take the back off the house, they’ll expose problems and the budget will be used to fix things. This is a risk with an old home, but they won’t be interfering with the old part of the house. I’d ask an engineer to look at what’s been done previously before getting any new drawings. If previous work hasn’t been done properly, an engineer will spot it right away. This is a big project and the budget is veering into new-build territory. It wouldn’t cost a lot more to demolish and rebuild and while that would be a shame, Rachael and Michael would…

lighting “We looked at lots of lights,” says designer Matt Fearns of Fearns Studio. “We ended up retaining the existing points for these Gubi lamps, which throw light straight down and don’t blow out too much.” There is also LED strip lighting under the top cabinets. flooring Marmoleum was decided upon as a way of replacing the old cork floor and dealing with the existing slab, maintaining floor levels and as a big hit of colour. “But then it took looking through about 20 or 30 samples to resolve the colour choice!” says Matt. The designer was positive that the space needed something warm and with contrast. “We were after a deeper red colour, but it was out of stock for a long time, so we decided to go with…

the table Give your dining zone a curvy finish with the clean lines of the ‘Baker’ table, $5895. Find it at designbythem.com. the light Fall in love with the simplicity of Lambert & Fils’ Art Deco-inspired ‘Laurent 7’ pendant light, $3100, the ideal finishing touch over preparation zones and dining areas. Find it at livingedge.com.au. the tool Salad work lunches and zoodles are all too easy with the George Foreman veggie spiralizer. With four interchangeable blades, veggie prep is done in a flash. It’s $99.95 from Harvey Norman. For more info, call 1800 623 118 and visit georgeforeman.com.au. the stool The Emeco ‘Alfi’ stool brings the natural warmth of timber to sleek kitchens, along with a light, breezy profile. Tuck it under your breakfast bar or island bench for a…

The deal: No matter whether clothes are draped on chairs, or bags, books and knick-knacks are scattered about, I believe a bedroom will look 90 per cent tidy if the bed is made. For most people, their bed takes up the majority of space in the bedroom, so how it looks can have a big impact. The pros: Certain types of bedding, like washed linen, look fantastic even when they’re not neatly arranged. A quick pull of the duvet, drape of the sheet and punch of the pillow is all it takes to have that effortless chic look. A bonus is that you can also achieve a very elegant refined look, with a little more effort, with the very same bedding. The cons: Having an unmade bed sometimes gives the…

MOUNTED HEATERS Hot spots: Perfect for partly enclosed or protected outdoor entertaining areas where they can be installed on the ceiling, wall or another part of the structure without taking up valuable floorspace. Energy: Choose from gas or electric models. You’ll need professional installation. Don’t forget: Consider the distance from the heaters to your sitting area and the possible wind level when deciding on the position and power of the heaters. PORTABLE HEATERS Hot spots: Great for verandahs, decks and barbecue areas. They’re easy to operate and can be put away over summer. Energy: You’ll need an LPG bottle that sits inside the base. Don’t forget: Check for smart safety features, including an auto shut-off valve and tip switch. FIRE PITS Hot spots: Best on gravel or hard paving, a…

BLOODY MARIAS MAKES 1.5L PREPARATION TIME 10 minutes 750g roma tomatoes, roughly chopped 2 Lebanese cucumbers, peeled, roughly chopped 1 tsp salt 250ml (1 cup) chilled tequila 180ml (¾ cup) lemon juice ¼ tsp Tabasco sauce or cayenne pepper 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce ¼ tsp smoked Spanish paprika (optional) 8 small stalks celery Ice cubes, to serve 1. Process tomato, cucumber and salt in a food processor until smooth. 2. Combine tomato mixture, tequila and lemon juice in a jug. Add the Tabasco, Worcestershire and paprika, if using. Stir well to combine. 3. Place celery stalks in 8 glasses and half fill with ice cubes. Pour in bloody Maria mixture. Top with a little freshly ground black pepper. BIRCHER MUESLI SERVES 2 PREPARATION TIME 10 minutes (plus 1 hour soaking…

POTTERY BARN ‘Small Spaces’, the latest collection from Pottery Barn, goes big on style with clever and affordable solutions for any living area. Sofas generally take up a lot of room, so choose one with hidden storage or sleeper options. Stackable shelving units and storage cubes can also help make the most of a tight space, while an attractive wall feature of mirrors, hung in salon style, gives an impression of depth. To see the full range, visit potterybarn.com.au SUN POTS Patterned or monochrome, these eye-catching Spanish ceramics from Sun Pots are anything but plain. Epitomising the colours, warmth and high level of artistry typical to Spain, each of these covetable handmade bowls and dishes are unique pieces, expertly made from terracotta and white clay. Choose from a selection of…

pretty, light & bright Clockwise from top left: Brooklyn Copper Co ‘Industry’ tub set, $800, Candana Bathroom Ware, candana.com.au. Leather tab, $18.50, and ‘Interscrew’ screw, $2.10, MadeMeasure, mademeasure.com. Kartell ‘Jellies’ bowl by Patricia Urquiola, $30, Top3 By Design, top3.com.au. Sonia Pedrazzini ‘Pallina’ vase, $115, Space Furniture, spacefurniture.com.au. ‘Aegean Airlines’ handmade tiles in Bianco, $89/sqm, Teranova Tiles, teranova.com.au. ‘EM-6806’ Italian terrazzo tile, $108/sqm, Signorino Tile Gallery, signorino.com.au. Vintage jelly mould, $55; enamel spoon, $9; and enamel dinner plate, $7.50, all The Lost And Found Dept., thelostandfounddepartment.com.au. Terrazzo board in Rose, $79, Zakkia, zakkia.com.au. Redecker copper cloths, $14.95/pair, Saison, saison.com.au. Kartell ‘Jellies’ fruit plate, $30, Top3 by Design, as before. Terrazzo dimple tray in Rose, $29, Zakkia, as before. ‘Paint Your Own’ 400mm door, $23.45, Kaboodle Kitchen, kaboodle.com.au. Door in ‘Clean &…

I’ve just bought my first investment unit, which, conveniently, I’m going rent to my youngest sister. I’ve never been a landlord, so what are the main issues I should be aware of? Claire, via email Darling, I’m guessing that you mean on the contractual side of things like making sure the lease is crystal clear on the issue of adhesive hooks and whether the occupant is allowed to breed long-haired cats and sell them in the laundry or create a feature wall without written permission.Which is wise since, in my experience, tenants rarely bother to tape the edges before slopping a single coat of rust-red exterior gloss onto 25 per cent of your interior walls. But as much as I’d like to sit here and nut out the legals, you’ve…