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For over four decades Hali Rugs have produced beautiful handcrafted artisan rugs for Australian homes. For the first time they have partnered with Smac Studio for the launch of Icons – a stunning collection of four designs in muted jewel tones. With award-winning Smac Studio’s sophisticated aesthetic at the forefront, Hali Rugs have harnessed their generations of experience to create an elevated rug collection that is luxurious, high quality and hard wearing for modern homes. All the rugs in the Icons range are crafted from pure New Zealand wool featuring blends of bamboo silk and Tencel ™ , which gives each piece a beautiful light-reflective and lustrous quality. For Shona McElroy from Smac Studio, the design process was organic and inspired by global influences and the Art Deco movement. “I…

LONDON ARCHITECTU RE practice Carmody Groarke have no doubt that their level of inventiveness and values were determined by the tough times generated by the 2008 GFC. “We were starting our practice and suddenly had no work and no clients, so we had to patch together a series of opportunities. We were never complacent about where they came from,” says director Andy Groarke. To that point their career trajectories had been relatively seamless. Australian Kevin Carmody, his fellow director, went to university in Canberra followed by a post-graduate degree at Melbourne’s RMIT while Andy Groarke, encouraged by his textile designer father pursued architecture at Sheffield University. They met, and gelled, at David Chipperfield’s London practice where collaborative competition entries tested out ideas and cemented their working relationship. Winning the prestigious…

01_SELF-SCENTED Recently opening its first flagship store in Sydney, storytelling perfumery Penhaligon’s has brought the world of scent for exploration within the fabled QVB building. penhaligons.com 02_GREEN WASHED Inspired by the colours and shapes of a moss garden, and celebrating nature and the handmade, Moss is the latest evocative collection of jewellery and homewares by iconic Australian brand Dinosaur Designs. dinosaurdesigns.com.au 03_NICE THINGS Ben Mazey is an Australian-based, New Zealand-born artist whose work is influenced by his time working across Europe, Asia and Australia as design director at Kenzo. His current output of striking lamps, totems, vesssels and wall panels, created using a ceramic slab building technique, will be on display at his upcoming solo show from July 25 to August 30. cgallery.com.au 04_LIGHT TOUCH In a perfect synergy of…

WHAT INITIALLY APPEALED ABOUT THE SITE? Steven Alderton: This is a truly remarkable place – a thriving art school in an old exgaol in the middle of Sydney's Darlinghurst. You can feel the layered history of the prison and the school, as the forebears of Australian art trained here where once prisoners stood. Today, we are washed over by the energetic enthusiasm of the next generation of artists and art leaders as they train to shape the future of Australian art and beyond. WHAT DID THE ALTERATIONS ENTAIL? Construction on the site began just over 200 years ago in 1822 with many alterations as a gaol, stockade, internment camp, technical college and art school. Our recent alterations have upgraded the studios, the Cell Block Theatre, stoneworks and landscaping. WHAT WAS…

GLENN MURCUTT UNBUILT WORKS Celebrated Australian architect Glenn Murcutt has had a prodigious output of work over his lifetime but surprisingly some of his designs have never actually been built. His former student and assistant architect Nick Sissons has gathered together 10 of these designs along with other never-before-seen projects in this book. Hand-drawn plans, elevations and sketches from Murcutt’s personal archive along with a dissertation on each project will fascinate architecture aficionados. Nick Sissons, Thames & Hudson, $120 AMALFI HOUSES Amalfi is one of those names that conjures reveries of idyllic lifestyles, and this book perpetuates such a dream. Featuring a slew of picturesque villas from Vietri sul Mare to Positano, many have been decorated by well-known artists and designers and range from historic to contemporary properties. Lush gardens,…

When interior designer Poppy Tzaneros of Poco Designs and her husband scored this home in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, she measured up and bought her classic B&B Italia ‘Camaleonda’ sofa the day she collected the keys. Having often chosen the 1970s icon for her clients, she finally had her chance to buy the dramatic statement piece for herself. “I had always wanted one; it’s so comfy, slighty retro and an amazing shape. So I designed the house around the sofa,” she says of the project which was a collaboration with Nick Cain Architects, builder Reform Projects and Wyer & Co. landscaping. As both designer and owner, she boldly pushed the boundaries – in more ways than one. The house became a showcase for initiatives that cautious clients might have hesitated at,…

EDITORIAL Editor-in-chief Tanya Buchanan Creative director Shayne Burton Managing editor Matilda Ringrose Senior copy editor Janice Hogg Chief copy editor, Homes Peter Griffiths Art production Matus Kundrat Stylist, Homes Sophie Wilson Contributing editors Steve Cordony (Style director-at-large), Karen McCartney (Architecture), Kirstie Clements (Luxe Files) Judy Pascoe (Library), Carli Philips (Melbourne), Harry Roberts (Art), Jean Wright (Design) EDITORIAL OFFICE GPO Box 4088, Sydney, NSW 1028 Tel (02) 9282 8456, email: belle@aremedia.com.au CONTRIBUTORS Rory Allen, Anthony Basheer, Tom Blachford, Alexandra English, Sean Fennessy, Nick Glimenakis, Maree Homer, Stephan Julliard, Alana Landsberry, Rhiannon Lidbury, Chris Pearson, Romello Pereira, Ian Phillips, Prue Ruscoe, Anson Smart, Kristina Soljo, Fiona Susanto, Alicia Taylor, Rhiannon Taylor, Pablo Veiga, Dave Wheeler ADVERTISING Commercial manager, Homes Michelle O’Hanlon Brand executive Claire Ellis, (02) 9282 8038 Advertising production manager Kate…

IN HIS DELIGHTFULLY EXP RESSIVE and idiosyncratic paintings of streetscapes, clothing and interiors, there is a sense that artist Brenton Drechsler is always hiding in plain sight. Appearing in multiple guises across his work and momentarily rupturing its loosely figurative mode with a flourish of optically charged abstraction, the stripes that recur in his scenes are at once a painterly signature and something he likens to a second self. “The stripes emerged as a sort of non-human alter-ego,” he says of these graphic interventions, which might variously be emblazoned across an entire building facade or tucked discreetly on the sole of a shoe, a coat lining or a staircase riser. “The recurring motif stands in for my physical self, taking up space in each composition, attracting attention and being bold,…

In her studio in one of Sydney’s most historic buildings, The Mint, where she sits as a permanent artist resident, Lisa Cooper is explaining some recent compositions. “This one was commissioned by a photographer friend for the impending birth of his daughter,” she says, indicating a ravishing arrangement of black velvet bows, deftly highlighted with darkest brown. “Black velvet draws so much light that you can barely document it,” she says in her measured and very thoughtful way. “And the bow is a transfiguration of fabric into whimsy. I feel like it’s a drawing of the light.” An artist, author and florist, Doctor Cooper holds a PhD in Fine Art and her wondrous arrangements are favoured by galleries, luxury houses, art institutes and private clients, both in Australia and internationally.…

THERE’S SOMETHING TO BE SAID for having a favourite hotel group that’s identical across its locations – after all, relaxation can be found in familiarity. But the appeal of Lancemore is that each of its properties would appear completely out of place anywhere other than where they are. Here, the journey is irrelevant: it’s all about the destination. To ensure each property is a world unto itself, CEO Julian Clark and his team commission different designers for every one. The through-line is a commitment to Australian design. “We’ve got absolutely supurb design here, and there’s a real confidence to it,” says Julian. “Our ethos has always been to work with the best designers possible who fit with the vision we have.” Take The Stella Collective, who were invited to reimagine…

1 Burberry ‘Hero’ EDP, $200/100ml, from David Jones. 2 Editions Milano ‘Versilla’ striped marble vase, $1833, from Farfetch. 3 Casablanca RTW Spring 2024. 4 ‘Sporty Dots’ silk tie in Tennis Indigo, $385, from Hermès. 5 Tom Ford ‘Ken’ aviator-style sunglasses in Rose Gold, approx. $633, from Mr Porter. 6 Men’s ‘Rush Pro 4.0’ tennis shoe in White and Green, $200, from Wilson. 7 Polspotten ‘Clover’ stool in Dark Green bouclé, $565, from Farfetch. 8 Casablanca ‘Tennis Club’ silk shirt, $1484, from Matchesfashion.com. 9 Tennis cufflinks in Black, $55, from Hardtofind. 10 Versace logo print tennis ball three-packset, $100, from Farfetch. 11 B&B Italia ‘Serie Up 2000’ sofa in Soara 505, from $7560, from Space. 12 Polo Ralph Lauren x Wimbledon leather-trimmed canvas duffle bag, approx. $460, from Mr Porter. 13…

INTERIOR DESIGNER Thomas Hamel & Associates NATURAL FIT [ Darlinghurst, NSW ] Photography ALICIA TAYLOR PURCHASED FOR ITS PERFECT LOCATION this inner-city Sydney penthouse makes the perfect getaway for visits to the city for a couple whose family home is in Melbourne. The skilled hands of Thomas Hamel and his team at Thomas Hamel & Associates (TH&A) transformed the apartment into a stylish and comfortable urban retreat. How did you become involved with this project? TH&A was asked to create a home away from home for our clients with a completely different aesthetic to their Melbourne residence, completed by us five years ago and featured in Belle, April 2019. What were the challenges of the space and how did you resolve them? Structurally, the bones of the apartment were strong…

The true measure of a space is how it makes you feel, and for interior designer Chelsea Hing, this concept was central to the design of this contemporary family home in regional Victoria. Having been granted free rein when it came to the design of the interiors, it was as Chelsea describes, “a masterclass in how a client can facilitate their designer to do their best work”. As the build was already well underway when she joined the project, there was little time for indecision. “Trust was essential for this to work well,” says Chelsea, “and the owners allowed us to run with our most ambitious ideas which was absolutely fantastic.” To see the project achieve its full potential Chelsea felt she needed to untangle the floor plan, unpicking it…

1 ARCHITECT Madeleine Blanchfield Architects SOFT SERVE [ Randwick, NSW ] Words MATILDA RINGROSE Photography ANSON SMART Styling KIRSTEN BOOKALLIL A WARM CARAMEL SWIRL OF terracotta and tan tones are a sumptuous counterpoint to the silvery shade of the terrazzo flooring and whitewash of the walls and ceiling in the bar area of this heritage icon in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. Here, a custom Rosso Asiago marble bar provides a subtle point of connection to the home’s red-brick exterior. “Entertaining is fundamental to the way the family lives,” explains architect Madeleine Blanchfield, who was briefed to create spaces for sharing food and conversation, a concept that is, as she describes “at the heart of this family’s priorities”. madeleineblanchfield.com 2 INTERIOR DESIGNER Stephanie Conley Interiors MEDITERRANEAN CHARM [ Bellevue Hill, NSW ]…

1 CATTELAN ITALIA The ‘Scott Keramik’ table emphasises both the artistic and decorative aspect of interior design. Modern sculptural techniques are applied to shape its base, all to be contemplated just like a work of art. POA. cattelanitalia.com 2 RADIOFONOGRAFO Made in Italy and designed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Brionvega, this iconic record player harmonises retro elegance and contemporary functionality, delivering a unique audio experience that transcends time. RRP $24,950. livingedge.com.au 3 KING LIVING Inspired by the naturally beautiful forms and features of land surfaces, the Antipodes design is hand-drawn in-house by King Living. Crafted from pure NZ wool and hand loomed and hand cut with precision, the result is textural, long-lasting craftsmanship and soft-to-touch comfort. Available in three standard sizes or the uniquely shaped Antipodes ‘Organic’.…

VICTORIA WOMEN TALKING ‘(SC)OOT(ER)ING around’ places work by jeweller/artist Su san Cohn in dialogue with a sound and neon installation by Eugenia Raskopoulos. “This is a collaboration ... about shared concerns ... being older women artists and the politics of women’s voices,” says Cohn, whose Cosmetic Manipulations (right) reflects her interest in jewellery as body adornment and social tool. Aug 3–Sept 7. twma.com.au SINGAPORE + SYDNEY MATERIALISM Channelling paint’s molten physicality, Kanchana Gupta sculpts thick, aggregate surfaces in 3D relief with processes like burning, heating and tearing, embedding the resulting works with her meditations on urban life and identity under global pressures. A preview of her series ‘Open and Close’ (left) launched Sullivan+Strumpf’s new Singapore Studio ahead of its Sydney debut. Aug 15–Sept 7. sullivanstrumpf.com CANBERRA ALONG THE LINE ‘Anni…

1_THE SCREAM For the SS 2023 Prada show, an evening bag by Mario Prada from the 1913 archives featuring a hand-carved fastening. Originally in silk moiré, now in nappa leather or Re-Nylon. From $9000. prada.com 2_FAIRYTALE BEAUTY The ‘Foglie’ bronze serving spoon was crafted by Italian designer and maker Osanna Visconti who creates exquisitely detailed jewellery and objects cast from natural bronze. Approx. $1135. cabanamagazine.com 3_VICTORIAN REDUX The ‘Wingback’ chair in black oak and Kvadrat ‘Gentle 2’ fabric is perfect to sink into beside a crackling fire on a stormy night. RRP from $13,200. top3.com.au 4_DEARLY BELOVED Trudon’s ‘Mary’ classic candle diffuses the heady notes of immortelle, tuberose and patchouli. RRP $149. trudon.com.au 5_NOVEL IDEA A gripping read by Barbara Havelocke, this tells of the daughter of Dicken’s jilted bride,…

WHAT APPEALED TO YOU ABOUT YOUR HOME? I was drawn to the majestic proportions and period details of our 19th-century Italianate Victorian terrace, especially its original mouldings, high ceilings and ornate fireplaces. Being in the heart of Sydney’s Paddington also appeals – I love its village feel, heritage streetscapes, the excellent restaurants and galleries, and being only minutes from the CBD and beaches. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE INTERIOR? It’s an intentionally warm and layered space, full of diverse textures with a mix of vintage and contemporary pieces. The palette is fairly tonal, interspersed with some sage greens and blues. In a sense, the interior is a culmination of years of working in arts and design. Every artwork has a story or link to a project I’ve been involved in,…

1 Tennis balls, POA, from Louis Vuitton. 2 Gucci ‘GG1603S’ cat-eye frame sunglasses, $701, from Farfetch. 3 Interlocking G ‘Tennis Postcard’ silk scarf, $850, from Gucci. 4 Lululemon ‘Tennis’ dress, $201, from Net-a-Porter. 5 Suzanne Kalan 18kt white-gold tennis bracelet, $27,329, from Farfetch. 6 Casablanca RTW Fall 2024. 7 Suzanne Etui racket pouch, $3050, from Louis Vuitton. 8 Casablanca ‘Tennis-print’ mock-neck top, $662, from Farfetch. 9 Jo Malone London ‘Yellow Hibiscus’ cologne, $180/50ml, from Mecca. 10 Chanel quilted crossbody tennis bag in White, $12,907, from 1stDibs. 11 ‘Tennis 1977’ canvas trainers in Off-White, $1350, from Gucci. 12 Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard Nielsen ‘X’ canvas chair in Cognac Brown, $11,833, from 1stDibs. 13 ‘Series01’ desk lamp in polished brass and hand-dyed leather in Tennis Green, $3298, from 1stDibs. 14 Nylon…

Referencing Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles and La Posta Vecchia in Italy, the owners of this Sydney eastern suburbs home had inspiration aplenty in their quest to reinvent it. Having discovered the Spanish mission-style house online during Covid lockdown in 2021 when they were living in Melbourne, they enlisted Sydney-based friend and interior designer Tamsin Johnson to check it out for them. Trusting her completely, they bought the house sight unseen. “It was a sliding-doors moment,” they say, “as we were also looking at houses in Melbourne, but Tamsin got us over the line to opt for the Sydney house.” Built in 1932 to a design by architect F. Glynn Gilling, one of several practitioners to introduce ‘Old Hollywood’ Spanish mission-style architecture to Sydney, the house sits on a leafy…

Geneva-based interior designer Alexandra de Garidel loves a challenge. “I say ‘yes’ to commissions that others refuse,” she says. “I’m never afraid of anything.” In the past, she has most notably been put to the test with some extremely tight schedules. She recalls one project that involved the complete overhaul of two houses totalling 1800 square metres on a wine property near Cape Town, South Africa. She had just eight months to finish it – from a distance of nearly 9000 kilometres. “I’m extremely pragmatic and whatever the criteria, I find a way to make things work,” she says. In that case, the redecoration of this house on the outskirts of Geneva must have been right up her street. The owners – a cosmopolitan couple with young children – wanted…

ELEVATE TO THE EXCEPTIONAL Your kitchen is not just where you cook each meal; it’s a statement about who you are and what matters to you – and it’s the centre of your world at home. It’s where your day begins and where you connect with loved ones. This is why the stakes are so high when it comes to choosing the right appliances to elevate your kitchen. Sub-Zero and Wolf have the exceptional, design-forward pieces to help you discover a higher standard for the most important room in your house. ICONIC CRAFTSMANSHIP For the fresh produce and fine wines you’ve lovingly picked for your family and friends, you need Sub-Zero’s suite of sophisticated food and wine preservation technologies. More than just refrigerators, the range incorporates innovative technologies to help…

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR WORKSPACE? We closed our Cremorne, Melbourne, location in 2023 and opened our new HQ in South Yarra in March. My team and I are so lucky to walk into a beautiful space that inspires us every day. The showroom and gallery comprise our working office, and are full of texture, colour, intrigue and beauty. We often perch ourselves at different locations to mix things up. There’s a lot of hot-desking. WHAT APPEALED TO YOU ABOUT THE SPACE AND WHAT DID THE ALTERATIONS ENTAIL? The envelope is an incredible 19th-century Italianate Victorian building. I fell in love with its character and knew I could create something special. It was an empty shell, so we had to do a complete renovation in three months. Thanks to our…