Grand Designs Australia

EDITED BY // KATE ST JAMES, FDIA Discover the colours of the sun-kissed Mediterranean, stroll through Asian gardens to uncover a luscious plant world, experience ornamental motifs in palace visits, or take an excursion to Istanbul to immerse yourself

EDITED BY // MORGAN WALKER Discover peak luxury with the Gus Aubrey velvet sofa in Blush. It’s the pink piece we never knew we needed! globewest.com.au The Hastings credenza by Green Cathedral is simple, stylish, and won’t date in your living room. g

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS PHOTOGRAPHY // NICK WILSON HOUSE OCEAN SHORES CHIPBOARD HOUSE LOCATION OCEAN SHORES, NSW DATE COMMENCED MAY 2015 DATE COMPLETED MAY 2016 COST $570,000 ED’S FAVE THE COMMON LIVING SPACE, WHICH IS BATHED IN NATURAL LIGHT AND R

EDITED BY // ANNABELLE CLOROS Part of Designer Rugs’ recent collection with Romance Was Born, Paisley Dream has a stylised Marie Antoinette vibe. Made from New Zealand wool and bamboo, the rug can be custom shaped, sized and coloured. designerrugs.co

WORDS // LAUREN MCGARRY PHOTOGRAPHY // MARINA MATHEWS HOUSE ROCKY MOUNTAIN RETREAT LOCATION QUEENSTOWN COST UNDISCLOSED Located on a mountainside in Queenstown, New Zealand, this residence’s interior was designed by Di Henshall, one of the Sunshine C

EDITED BY // ANNABELLE CLOROS Flesh tones and vegetal hues create a soothing living room palette that’s all about textures and tactility Made from soft, tufted wool, the Cayo cushion in Neutral ups the cosiness level in any room. linenhouse.com.au Cr

WORDS // JOHN WILLIAMS HOUSE STILT HOUSE LOCATION PUKERUA BAY, NORTH ISLAND Guy Marriage is a lecturer in construction methodology at the Victoria University School of Architecture in Wellington, teaching his students how to design buildings that wil

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS PHOTOGRAPHY // STU MORLEY The waterside suburb of Black Rock, Melbourne, offers a peaceful sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of the CBD. Emerging triumphant from life’s challenges, the client wanted a fresh start and soug

EDITED BY // ANNABELLE CLOROS Small but mighty, the awardwinning Torea Studio from Tennent Brown Architects is a study and a meeting space that also offers guest accommodation — basically it’s a jack of all trades. Composed of folded CLT panels clad

WORDS // JOHN WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY // JAMIE COBEL HOUSE MOUNT ALBERT HOUSE LOCATION MOUNT ALBERT, AUCKLAND When builder Nye O’Shannessy and his designer wife Claire bought their 1940s bungalow in suburban Mount Albert, they were faced with a common s

WORDS // LAUREN MCGARRY It was important for designer Lynne Bradley to pay respect to this grand heritage home while achieving a bathroom that was not only beautiful, but boasted functionality. And Lynne has certainly done this by creating a space th

WORDS //TINA STEPHEN THE HOTEL OFFERS A RESPITE FROM THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF QUEENSTOWN, WITH IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO THE AMENITIES OF THE CITY AND THE HARBOUR On the shores of Lake Wakatipu sits Queenstown’s iconic Eichardt’s Hotel, a heritagelisted bu

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS PHOTOGRAPHY // JACK LOVEL HOUSE BRUNSWICK HOUSE LOCATION BRUNSWICK, VICTORIA DATE COMMENCED MAY 2016 DATE COMPLETED AUGUST 2016 Renovations rarely go to plan. No matter how much planning or forecasting you do, there’s always

WORDS // LAUREN MCGARRY Julia and Sasha weren’t shy on the latest season of The Block. This ran true in their bold design choices and sheer determination to find ways to produce the designs they set out to achieve. Being perfectionists isn’t always e

PHOTOGRAPHY // MATTHEW LOWE, OPEN2VIEW Designed by Mark Bruce for Beaver Kitchens, the owners had strong ideas and inspiration for this bathroom renovation. The end result is a perfect place to relax, pamper and soak away the stresses of life. The ro

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS HOUSE PADDINGTON HOUSE LOCATION PADDINGTON, SYDNEY DATE COMMENCED JANUARY 2015 DATE COMPLETED FEBRUARY 2016 COST $1.7 MILLION Terrace houses are integral to the Sydney ethos, lining the streets with history and character. Ar

WORDS // LAUREN MCGARRY T he creative duo behind Utopia Goods, Sophie Tatlow and Bruce Slorach, have made sure Australiana is front and centre in the design scene. Bringing the style back to life in the best way possible, we just can’t get enough. So

WORDS // LAUREN MCGARRY For their holiday home in Bronte, this family from Hong Kong were after a modern design which felt Miami Fabulous. The owners selected interior and architecture firm Design Bubble, along with Cradle Design Studio, to completel

Corinthian’s Moda door collection takes its cues from the design principles of the Shakers, a classic American technique that strips design down to the bare essentials. Moda’s design is sleek and deceptively simple, subtly working with any room style

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS PHOTOGRAPHY // PATRICK REDMOND As the 2016 Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show was celebrating 40 years of greening Australia, Joby and Carolyn Blackman of Vivid Design knew they had to create an unforgettable space

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS PHOTOGRAPHY // HAYDN CATTACH & CHRIS CRERAR When a gap appears in the market, you’ve got to be quick to fill it or someone else will. With creativity strongly entrenched in her family, it’s no surprise Michele Chow decided t

WORDS // LAUREN MCGARRY From designer Mal Corboy, this kitchen takes on all the ideals of a regular beach house, but with a super-modern twist. Situated on Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island, New Zealand, this new holiday home is modern luxury meets in

WORDS // DANIELLE TOWNSEND PHOTOGRAPHY // KEVIN WAKELING Japan has inspired the world with its distinctive approach to garden design, and although it’s a long way from the Asian nation, this picturesque Queenstown, New Zealand property certainly show

WORDS // KATE WAGNER Eight years ago, Sally Pottharst and Jodie Fried were frustrated that they couldn’t find products on the market which combined ethics and aesthetics. Unable to source simple handmade, highquality and timeless designs, they decide

Designer Rugs is one of Australia’s leading rug manufacturers and suppliers. Working with a team of in-house designers as well as collaborating with artists and designers from the worlds of art, fashion, architecture and design, the company has range

PHOTOGRAPHY // STEPHEN GOODENOUGH PHOTOGRAPHER The owners of this master ensuite requested a design with simple clean lines, sleek surfaces and attractive bathroom fittings and fixtures. The result is a bathroom that integrates seamlessly with the ov

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS Daniel Emma — formally known as Daniel To and Emma Aiston — established their namesake design studio in 2008. After a “series of serendipitous events” and completing their studies at the University of South Australia, the du

WORDS // KATE ST JAMES, FDIA When it comes to the aesthetics of our houses, the roofing and cladding materials we select are of paramount importance. Not only must they look good, they must also be effective as a weatherproof layer to prevent water a

WORDS // ANNABELLE CLOROS PHOTOGRAPHY // JACQUI TURK You may know Jen Bishop as the woman behind the Interiors Addict blog, brightening up our days with the latest and greatest when it comes to design. With an auction looming for their Wahroonga, Syd

WORDS // ELIZABETH MCINTYRE Whether you’re trying to stay warm in winter or cool in summer, the heating and cooling of your home requires a significant amount of electricity. Recent data indicates that space heating and cooling accounts for around 40