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Hosting guests can be terrific and terrible in equal measure. At this time of year, there are many people who – not predisposed to the condition – find themselves taking deep breaths in the shed (“I’ll be there in a second, Aunty Deb!”). But, family needs must, so like it or not, if Uncle Nick is staying for three days, you might as well be prepared. I’m the kind of person who likes to pretend my home is a boutique hotel offering a turndown service – complete with chocky on the pillow – but if you’re about to run for the shed, turn to page 82, where we give you a full run-down of how to prepare. You may not want to go the whole hog, but it’ll certainly help…

If you’re not planning a trip to Paris anytime soon, you can still bring home chic style with the new range by French brand Hartô at Clickon Furniture. Clean lines teamed with a pop of colour and a hint of je ne sais quoi make the playful collection of furniture and accessories an easy addition to a living or dining space. Hartô furniture, from $416 for the ‘Gustave’ stool (below), Clickon Furniture, clickonfurniture.com.au.…

THE STATS What: Petite Kitchen Who: Eleanor Ozich, cook and cafe co-owner Where: petite-kitchen.com Started: 2012 You’ll find: “My blog’s point of difference is the emphasis on simplicity. I’m all about creating easy recipes using everyday ingredients. It’s down-to-earth food that readers can make and enjoy on a daily basis.” You have only 10 minutes to prepare a meal. What’s a good stand-by recipe? Once you master the art of the perfect omelette, you can create a delicious meal in a matter of minutes. I like to cook mine in ghee or butter, and fill it with plenty of fresh herbs, cheese and seasonal vegetables. Which recipe of yours gets the most compliments? My slow-braised lentils with a rich tomato and preserved lemon sauce. You throw everything into a pot…

From the front of your home through to the backyard, one of the simplest ways to give any area a fresh look is by tackling a few mini DIY painting projects. A front door makes a great first impression once it’s given an update in a cool, blue shade from the British Paints ‘4 Seasons’ range. Turning a tired outdoor dining setting into a statement piece doesn’t need to take long – just paint the table and benches in complementary tones from the British Paints ‘4 Seasons’ range. Add terracotta planter pots painted in a mix of British Paints ‘4 Seasons’ shades. For a long-lasting result, the ‘4 Seasons’ range is formulated to withstand harsh Australasian conditions, and comes in low-sheen exterior, semi-gloss exterior and gloss exterior finishes. The British…

the view Of all of the series of The Block that I’ve judged, this was one of the most challenging.The octagonal building posed problems for the contestants, but how many times did we have to remind them that these apartments were all about ‘the view’? The dress-circle location on the city fringe, the building’s height and the 360-degree layout gave these properties an unprecedented opportunity to bring Manhattan-style living to the heart of Melbourne. Even from level one, the views were magnificent.Yet we were constantly having to remind the couples of the advantage they had right outside their windows. Caro and Kingi decided nobody would be interested in their lower-level panorama (wrong!), so they orientated their living room away from it; Luke and Ebony, and Suzi andVonni did the same…

chilled avocado & basil soup SERVES 6 250g raw cashews, soaked3 cups chilled water1½ cups fresh basil leaves120g baby spinach2 medium avocados1 garlic cloveJuice of 1 limeRadish, julienned, and snow pea sprouts, to garnish 1. Place cashews in a glass or ceramic bowl. Cover with tap water. Soak for 2 hours. Drain cashews. Rinse under cold water. Drain. 2. Place cashews and chilled water in a blender. Blend until almost smooth. Add basil, spinach, avocado, garlic and lime juice. Season generously with salt. Blend until completely smooth. 3. Carefully ladle soup into small serving bowls. Top with radish and snow pea sprouts. crunchy rainbow slaw SERVES 6 (as a side) 2 carrots, julienned or cut into thin matchsticks¼ wombok cabbage, finely shredded¼ red cabbage, finely shredded100g snow peas, sliced into…

Shop online and the world is your stylishly served oyster. American-owned CB2 (cb2.com), the chic sister to homewares giant Crate And Barrel, has a slightly younger, more modern twist to its homewares and gifts. From dinnerware to playful office accessories, you’ll be pleasantly pleased with every category. Anthropologie (anthropologie.com) offers a curated range where you can buy a quirky owl mug, an Ikat rug, a landscape wall mural and everything in between. Tip: Sign up to as many newsletters as possible, and keep an eye out for free international shipping.…

cheat sheet Who lives here: Leah Taylor, interior designer, stylist and the force behind homewares shop The Minimalist; her husband, Darius, who works in finance, and their cat, Asher. Style of house: A four-storey one-bedroom Sydney terrace with a retail store on the ground level. Leah and Darius gave their home a cosmetic makeover that took nine months. Around $20k to update the kitchen, balcony and rooftop, as well as refreshing the interior. “The rooftop area is our favourite space – we use it all year round” LEAH TAYLOR, HOMEOWNER Leah and Darius moved into the iconic Porter’s Paints building in Sydney’s Surry Hills four years ago, and although the exterior was certainly eye-catching, the interior, balcony and rooftop needed work. The ground level of the building is home to…

cheat sheet Who lives here: Evelina Kravaev Söderberg (pictured opposite), head of design for H&M Home; her husband, Stefan, designer and owner of fashion brand Hope (hope-sthlm.com); their son, Ted, 16; and daughter, Eli, 12; and pets Nix the cat and Wifi the hamster. Style of home: A 1920s apartment with a mix of vintage and mid-century touches in the centre of Stockholm, Sweden. Evelina purchased the property 17 years ago and has made mostly cosmetic changes. “My home is a place of calm, but it’s not too perfect or organised” EVELINA KRAVAEV SÖDERBERG, HOMEOWNER Seeing as she spends her days working with beautiful pieces for global label H&M Home, it’s not surprising that Evelina Kravaev Söderberg goes home to an equally beautiful apartment. Living in the heart of…

WHAT NEEDS TO GO Here’s what Rebecca and Bruce don’t like about the home at the moment that dead space right in the centre of the house the master bedroom at the back of the house is a bit cold the original joinery and cupboards in the bedrooms – they’re too small and outdated CHEAT SHEET Who lives here: Rebecca Campbell, a social worker; her husband, Bruce, a financial director; and their kids, Hamish 14, and Eliza, 12; as well as Scout the dog and Myrtle the cat. Style of house: A late 1950s home in Melbourne’s Blackburn. The three-bedroom, single-storey house has lovely curves and high ceilings. Additions include a back extension and a bolted-on carport. the story so far The Campbells bought the house and moved in about…

A clinical psychologist and mother of two, Shelly Acland-Goben planned to satisfy her creative side later in life. “I was always interested in design but had relegated it to a hobby,” says Shelly, who is a recent graduate of the International School of Colour+Design (ISCD). “It’s quite a reality check to now be one of those graduates with my own design business.” Here, she tells what she learned at ISCD. Why did you choose ISCD? I’d seen it advertised and then did a short weekend workshop. I came away with a beautiful moodboard and was determined to learn more about colour and design. What valuable things did you learn while you were at ISCD? How to respond to a design brief right through to presenting a final series of designs.…

This month, we’re on the hunt for kitchens – hubs of the home that showcase your personal style. Start tagging and sharing shots with us and you could win a fantastic prize! how to enter Share a pic of your kitchen, using both the hashtag #sharemystylekitchen and the tag @insideoutmag on Instagram or Twitter WIN! This month, you could win a Marc Newson kettle and toaster, plus a Torino espresso machine and grinder, valued at $2395, thanks to Sunbeam (sunbeam.com.au) enter via ENTRIES OPEN AT 00.01 AEDT ON 26/11/15 AND CLOSE AT 23:59 AEDT ON 16/12/15. OPEN TO AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS AGED 18 YEARS AND OVER ONLY. ONE WINNER WILL BE DETERMINED AT 14:00 AEDT ON 21/12/15 AT NEWSLIFEMEDIA PTY LTD, LEVEL 1, 2 HOLT STREET, SURRY HILLS, NSW 2010. WINNER…

TIDAL WAVE Celebrated local designer Trent Jansen has brought his ingenuity to outdoor furniture for Tait. The ‘Tidal’ collection is his “stylised interpretation of a wave”. From $670 – visit madebytait.com.au. all in one Shovel on one end, rake on the other, the clever Garden Spork from Page Thirty Three is the go-to tool for maintaining a courtyard or balcony green space. They’re $39.95 each; visit pagethirtythree.com for info. GO NATIVE Bring a chic Australiana look to your yard with this ‘Firewheel Earth’ outdoor cushion ($119) from utopiagoods.com . 3 GREAT FINDS For inspiring outdoor living ideas, visit insideout.com.au/renovations/outdoors-pool .…

SMEG Curvaceous and bursting with personality, the award-winning Smeg ’50s-style stand mixer is a gorgeous addition to the kitchen. Sturdy and stylish, the 800-watt direct drive motor makes light work of everything from whipping delicate eggwhites to mixing homemade bread or pizza dough. Referring to an instruction manual could be a thing of the past with the handy quick-guide symbols. The stand mixer comes in a variety of colours. To view the range, visit smeg50style.com.au ISCD If you are passionate about colour and decorating, check out the iSTYLE online courses at iscd. Learn how to use colour to reflect your personal style in your home with the iSTYLE Colour course. Find out about decorating styles and how to analyse a room’s requirements together with the importance of tone and texture…

Annabel Crabb TV host, writer and cookbook author You worked with your friend Wendy on your new cookbook. Does your friendship go back a long way? Wendy and I both grew up in South Australian sheep-farming families. We’re both obsessed with crumble toppings, plus her parents grew almonds and mine grew apricots, so those things tend to sneak into our recipes a lot. In the book, what’s the easiest recipe to travel with? There’s a fabulous dish that’s so foolproof and front-of-mind for me, because I make it three times a week: mushrooms with miso butter en papillote. Bake for 10 minutes and you have the most delicious light meal. The book draws on communicating with food. Is there one recipe that suits any occasion? My mother’s spicy nuts –…

a-c Ahoy Trader (02) 6680 8216, ahoytrader.com. Andrea Brugi andreabrugi.com. Armadillo&Co (02) 9698 4043, armadillo-co.com. B&B Italia bebitalia.com. Cafe Culture + Insitu (02) 9699 8577, cafecultureinsitu.com.au. Chippendale Restorations (02) 9810 6066, chippendalerestorations.com.au. Citta Design cittadesign.com. Classic Ceramics (02) 9560 6555, classicceramics.com.au. Country Road 1800 801 911, countryroad.com.au. Cult 1300 768 626, cultdesign.com.au. Cultiver cultiver.com. CDK Stone (03) 8552 6000, cdkstone.com.au. Coastal Living (03) 5984 5480, coastalliving.net.au. Cavalier Bremworth 1800 251 172, cavbrem.com.au. d-f De Fazio (03) 9387 2300, defazio.com.au. Fenton & Fenton (03) 9533 2323, fentonand fenton.com.au. Fictional Objects fictional objects.com. Fred International (02) 9310 3263, fredishere.com.au. Freedom 1300 135 588, freedom.com.au. g-i Garden Life (02) 8399 0666, gardenlife.com. Gold Frankincense + Myrrh gfmchild.com. Gubi gubi.dk. H&M Home 1800 828 002, hm.com/au/department/HOME. Horseland 1800 021 980, horseland.com.au. Mitchell Road Antique…

pinterest board Pick up ideas from back issues on our Pinterest boards. Pictured is the ‘Take A Bough’ story from our Christmas 2008 edition. Styling by Glen Proebstel. Photography by Sam McAdam-Cooper. tweet alert Here’s a great cause – @EtsyAU teams up with @planaustralia for #makeforgood, to help lift girls out of poverty: etsy.me/ makeforgood bonus photographs Want more of our cover home story on page 88? See other images of this Melbourne family home on our site. Styling by Heather Nette King. Photography by Mark Roper. out and about with Inside Out @chrispackerart added a vivid jolt to @theotherartfairsydney. Elegantly muted shibori bedlinen forms part of @sheridanaustralia’s recent collection. Great cookware in Cool Mint signals a bright future for @lecreusetau, which is now 90 years young. At @clairebradley_ed’s home,…

CULT CLASSIC ‘CRINOLETTE’ ARMCHAIR BY ILMARI TAPIOVAARA The form: A generous armchair with a dramatic curved back rail supported by numerous fine spindles. What makes it special: A modern variation of the traditional timber stick-back chairs found in England, America and parts of Europe, the Crinolette features a beautiful backrest that rolls over like a soft coat collar. The name of the chair comes from ‘crinoline’ – a structured petticoat designed to hold out a woman’s skirt – a style that was popular in the mid- to late- 19th century. Tapiovaara had designed several chairs in the stick-back style by the time the Crinolette was created, including his well-known ‘Mademoiselle’ chair (also reissued by Artek). The ‘Crinolette’ armchair, designed in 1962, was a complex design with a more generous wrap-around…

1 A whimsical print showcasing her favourite animals will capture her imagination. Choose a piece that complements the bedroom’s colour palette. Winter Wonderland print by Kevin Russ (1080mm x 780mm), $520, Nathan + Jac, nathanjac.com.au. 2 Strong and sturdy, this bed is just the thing for crashing in after a day of horseriding. It also comes with a trundle bed, so pony club pals can stay over. ‘StoraBed’ king single and trundle bed (trundle not shown), $999, Freedom, freedom.com.au. 3 A soft floor rug makes the perfect arena for pony figurines to be put through their paces. The tones in this Moroccan number lift the room’s earthy base colours. Vintage Moroccan Beni Mguild rug (290cm x 190cm), $2800, Kulchi, kulchi.com. THE STORAGE Mucking out stables means dirty jodhpurs and shirts…

Channel the glamorous style of the French Riviera with outdoor furniture in chic shades of blue and white. Take your cue from the rustic charm of rural Italy and create a little piece of paradise in your garden. DOMAYNE ® VISIT DOMAYNE.COM.AU TO BROWSE OUR FULL RANGE OF FURNITURE, BEDDING AND HOMEWARES Domayne® stores are operated by independent franchisees. Advertised prices valid at New South Wales stores only. Prices may vary between states due to additional freight charges. Offer ends 24/12/15. Turn your backyard into a lush Balinese-style rest and enjoy an effortless summer staycation.…

When you’re drowning in endless paint swatches for a fresh update, it’s easy to focus on just the colour. But don’t forget the actual finish. The rustic patina of a lime-washed exterior will bring character to your home, as seen with this weathered wall.The owners of this monochromatic Sydney house have taken it a step further with an earthy, stucco-like texture on the bedroom wall. For more of this home’s elegant take on going monochrome, turn to page 98.…

2011 September Leah and Darius move in and plan an initial renovation of six months. 2012 February Research and planning begins. Leah finds inexpensive ways to update the kitchen, while also deciding on the colour palette and wall finishes. Outdoor upholstery fabric is chosen, as well as the sound system and lighting for the rooftop space. March Work on the rooftop and balcony continues with a huge amount of timber, large pots and dead landscaping removed to clear way for the view, which had previously been blocked out. An outdoor bar is added along with the sound system and lighting. April The outdoor bench is upholstered and installed. The artificial turf is laid, and large black pots with lemon and lime trees placed and furniture is arranged. May The entire…

cheat sheet Who lives here: Husband and wife Rob and Gina McClelland, owners of production company 2Productions (2prod.com); daughters Meeca, 11; and Hannah, 7; and dogs Amstil, Max and Texan. Style of house: A nine-bedroom, nine-bathroom contemporary, clapboard-clad timber house that echoes the relaxed feel of the seaside location on South Africa’s west coast. When Rob and Gina McClelland began the search for a piece of land to build a second family home, the wishlist was long.They wanted plenty of space for their daughters, Meeca and Hannah, and three dogs to run around and they wanted to be within commuting distance of South Africa’s Cape Town and their beachside farm on the west coast in the comparatively remote Elands Bay.The former models also wanted to be able to use the…

Watching Grand Designs, you might assume most people would only hire an architect to design their whole house. The idea of using such a highly qualified professional for a small project might never have crossed your mind. Even if it has, you might wonder if it’s worth asking an architect to redesign your kitchen or bathroom, or turn your downstairs powder room into a laundry. Would they turn up their noses at your piddling little project? What can they offer that a kitchen or bathroom designer from one of the big retailers can’t? Andrew Benn has been doing alterations and additions to people’s homes for more than 20 years, the past six for his own Sydney-based practice, Benn + Penna Architecture (bennandpenna.com). “Well over half of our work comprises alterations…

TOO EASY If you’re unsure about your kitchen design, get Cantilever Interiors to install the K2 – a kitchen that can be tailored to your space. Prices start at $45k, cantileverinteriors.com. COLOUR CODE The iconic KitchenAid stand mixer now comes in this sparkling Sea Glass tone. $899, visit kitchenaid.com.au  for info. toast of the town This toaster ($199) in Lucite Green is from the collaboration between Marc Newson and Sunbeam. See how to win a prize pack on page 153. 3 GREAT FINDS For inspiring kitchen style ideas, visit insideout.com.au/renovations/kitchen .…

Rachel Nolan Architect, Kennedy Nolan My bathroom is a place of… Family activity – it may well be time to lock them out! My bathroom luxuries are… A generous shower and Nesti Dante soap, particularly the fig and almond. Are you a shower or bath person? Definitely shower – too time-poor to be hanging about in the bath! A morning shower gives me an opportunity to get my thoughts in order. What aspect of bathroom design do people too often overlook? Lighting and ventilation options. Task lighting is a must but the option to have something more gentle is very compelling and easy to achieve. A dimmer switch in the bathroom goes a long way. And I probably don’t have to expound the merits of fresh air! Visit…

A slatted timber canopy over an outdoor entertaining area softens the strength of the sun’s rays while still keeping the breeze and light coming through.This zone by Nathan Burkett of Nathan Burkett Design showcases a cantilevered structure with timber slats.This refined look suits the home’s contemporary style and gives the dining area a more intimate feel.Turn the page for more on this designer garden.…

Matt Hook Director, Outdoor Establishments A garden is a place to… Retreat. It should offer intimate and private spaces to relax in. For me, a garden also offers a sense of achievement. I take pride in knowing that I was able to create something that is living and constantly changing. Any tips for small-space planting? Get adventurous! I like to fuse multiple plant species to create an assortment of colours, textures and shapes. One of my favourite combinations is a fine grass, such as Zoysia tenuifolia, teamed with Persian shield (Strobilanthes gossypinus), Agave desmettiana and blue chalk sticks (Senecio mandraliscae). What will you be doing in the garden come December? I’ll be out in the garden with friends and family making the most of the longer days and warmer nights.…

My family goes all out on gifts at Christmas, but I’m saving for a flat and don’t want to overspend on stuff they don’t even need. How can I manage the annual buying frenzy? Rosie, Coogee, NSW Christmas. Is there a more taxing time of year, Rosie, for those of us forced to weigh the needs of loved ones against our own moral objection to excess and an iron-clad savings goal? No, not when the word ‘need’ applies to an aromatherapy foot spa which will have attracted three views and zero watchers on eBay by New Year’s. Sometimes it feels as though we ought to cut out the middle man and simply drive a boot-load of brand new swag straight to landfill, or pop an actual pound of flesh in…

Lisa Koehler is the interior decorator on our renovation specialists Panel (for more on the Panel, turn to page 138). Here, she advises on staying trendy yet ‘green’. Q How do you incorporate slow design principles and sustainable design while keeping up to date with trends? @hayleycallaghan_ via Instagram The key is choosing crafted pieces of furniture that will last a lifetime, and buying from furniture makers who consider the material source and impact of the design, such as Greg Hatton who creates this beautiful ‘Beetle’ stool ($660, greghatton.com) and benches made from found branches (POA, greghatton.com). Also, add in a few vintage or second-hand items to ensure your home has personality, while making use of what you already have. Keep up with what’s happening by heading to local markets…

1 aim for function + beauty Think of the teapot you use. It does its job well, seems to get prettier with age and makes you happy. Your goal for any object in your home is for high function + high beauty. With low beauty + high function, it might be something like an ugly showerhead that has the perfect water pressure. Design isn’t some froufrou gloss or shiny veneer on life – it’s insisting on a solution (preferably an elegant one) and working carefully to make sure that solution works within whatever constraints you have – architectural, financial, or the fact that children live in your home. 2 your coolest toys can live in the living room Our living room isn’t a playroom and, as a general rule, our…

bold & beautiful table detail ‘Atelier Bold Studio’ vase, $320, Dinosaur Designs, dinosaurdesigns.com.au. All flowers, Mr Cook, mrcook.com.au. ‘Marigold Magic T41’ teapot, $65; ‘White Luscious’ teacup, $65/set (saucer not shown); ‘Marigold Magic T41’ teacup and saucer, $28, all T2, t2tea.com. ‘Cloud’ bowl, $180, Dinosaur Designs, as before. Background in ‘Jewels’ cotton/canvas fabric, $182/m, Edit Group, edit-group.com.au. opening table detail ‘Rebel’ martini glass, $69.95, Waterford Crystal, waterfordcrystal.com.au. Star sculpture, $69, West Elm, westelm.com.au. ‘Mad Men Holloway’ tumbler, $299/pair, Waterford Crystal, as before. Margarita glass, $70/set of 6, Williams Sonoma, williamssonoma.com.au. ‘Shell’ tray, $200, Conley & Co, (02) 8065 9411. Aerin ‘Malachite’ floral dishes, $345/assorted set of 3, Becker Minty, beckerminty.com. ‘Flip Flop Slip’ oval platter in Pink & White, $95, The Fortynine Studio, thefortynine.com.au. Sweets, stylist’s own. L’Americano ‘Tuscany’ brushed-gold cutlery,…

1 Temple & Webster templeandwebster.com.au If size matters, then 1.2 million members can’t be wrong. Sign up at T&W to gain access to beautifully curated homeware sales every day at members-only prices. Each sale lasts for three to five days and, with limited quantities and discounts of up to 70 per cent, you have to be quick on that keyboard. Industry insiders’ advice and style tips are also on offer on the accompanying blog. The turnaround: With estimated delivery times at two to four weeks, you need to be prepared for that special gift-giving day. You’ll find items similar to these at Temple & Webster (templeandwebster.com.au): Feather wall art, from $219; gold concrete vase, $26.95; and ‘Black Crosses’ crockery set, $49.95. 2 Etsy etsy.com Buying for that tricky friend who…

CHEAT SHEET Who lives here: Cook and food stylist Mish Lilley; her husband, Ben, CEO of an advertising agency; and their daughters Ruby, 10; Bo, 8; and Sunny, 6. Style of house: A four-bedroom. two-storey Victorian-era house with a modern extension in South Yarra. The renovation and extension took a year from start to finish. Mish and Ben had a budget of $600k – the final cost was $650k including landscaping. Nothing makes me happier than having family and friends around, and being able to share beautiful food and wine,” says cook Mish Lilley, who, with husband Ben, allowed a love of entertaining to dictate the renovation of their Victorian-era home in South Yarra, Melbourne. The couple bought the two-storey, four-bedroom house – which they share with daughters Ruby, Bo,…

CHEAT SHEET Who lives here: Charlotte Swiden, graphic and homewares designer; her husband, Clem Stamation, animator and art director; and sons Lukas, 3; and Nils, 7 months. Style of home: A retro-Swedish two-bedroom apartment in a 1970s block of 12 in Melbourne’s Brunswick. The couple renovated the unit after moving in eight years ago, but have continued to make small adjustments here and there. The initial renovation cost $15k, covering new flooring, painting, wall finishes and some rewiring. 1 SECOND CHANCES When Charlotte and Clem first sighted this Melbourne apartment, they found a relic. “All the blinds were pulled down, and there were peach walls and blue carpet everywhere,” says Charlotte. “We decided instantly to put in wooden floors and paint the walls white. We slept on an air mattress…

Who built it: Project manager Rowan Findlay and wife Lizie Clifton, project manager at Pure Products and SugarBaby International (sugarbaby.com.au); with architect Rohan Riley (rr-id.com.au); and interior designers Miriam Fanning and Kristiina Morgan of Mim Design (mimdesign.com.au). Style of house: “It’s a black box,” says Lizie. Built for sale, the modern masterpiece is a four-bedroom coastal home with a swimming pool, and a smart contemporary feel. The house took around 10 months to complete and was sold within weeks of hitting the market. “The budget went out the window early on,” says Lizie. “For us, it wasn’t about the spend, it was about creating a space that worked well, something we could be proud of.” Lizie and Rowan’s wishlist + large open-plan spaces We want the home to have a…

Chloe Matters Co-director, TomMarkHenry My kitchen is a place of… Congregation. It’s the heart of my home whether I’m alone or with other people. In my kitchen, I couldn’t live without… A big island bench with a beautiful stone top – you can’t go past the look and feel of natural stone. Integrated appliances and ample storage are also essential. On my kitchen wishlist are… All of Miele’s appliances – they are aesthetically pleasing and incredible functionality-wise. I’m also dying for a matte-black Zip tap – could you complain about instant boiling and sparkling water? The most overlooked design element of a kitchen is… Marrying form and function. Storage is key in the right areas and so is ample bench space and powerpoints. It’s so important to understand how someone…