Innehållsförteckning för September 2019 från Inside Out

It’s September, which signals the end of winter and the flushing out of warmer spring days. To me, that means sunny but cool late afternoons at home, with my low lamplight just right in the space that I have lovingly layered and curated over time. My home is small, but no less lovely for it, so I am really into this issue where we focus on compact spaces packed with clever design ideas that allow comfort and style to follow. This month, we visit seven small but clever homes and it’s fascinating to see the way the owners have made their spaces work without sacrificing personal style. A tiny apartment gets a feminine revamp, an architect shares his minimalist transformation, a family brings a soft, considered palette to their interiors,…

1 IN NEUTRAL why it works The classical, sculptural lamp is in harmony with the simple elegance of the divider. Gazzda ‘Muse’ oak room divider (1m x 45cm x 1.4m), $2063, Curious Grace. Attalos G95 table lamp, $520, Marz Designs. 2 MIXED METALS  why it works Both feature brass accents, which provide relief against the black finishes. WON ‘Slice’ rack, $3290, Trit House. Note Design Studio ‘Vinge’ lamp, $1950, Great Dane. 3 GREY MATTER  why it works This lamp’s mirrored finish acts in subtle contrast to the muted grey shelves. Muuto ‘Compile’ Configuration 3 shelving in Grey, $950, Lightly. &Tradition ‘Journey Shy1’ table lamp, $690, Design Farm.…

THE ORIGINAL Alanda 18 coffee table by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia The form A glass-topped table with an open geometric base made from steel rods in a zigzag pattern. There are square and rectangular versions, the latter shown here. What makes it special An instant classic, the Alanda was designed by Austrian-Italian designer and regular B&B Italia contributor Paolo Piva in 1981. Piva was born in Veneto in north-eastern Italy and studied architecture under the great Carlo Scarpa at IUAV (Istituto Universitario di Architettura di Venezia) in Venice. From the 1970s onwards, Piva designed products for various well-known European brands, such as De Sede, Poliform, Team 7, Thonet and Wittmann, but his biggest success was with the Alanda coffee table and, to a lesser extent, the Alanda sofa (which…

Interior architect Sophie Bowers was her own worst client when it came to renovating the home she shares with her stylist husband Josh Climpson. “The design process took 18 months because I needed to explore every possible design solution,” she says of the compact one-and-a-half bedroom apartment in Sydney’s Kensington. “Given that the spaces are so small, it was important to get that right.” The time and energy that went into the process has certainly paid off. “This project was a labour of love,” admits Sophie, who led the project while juggling Strutt Studios, her own busy design practice. She and Josh lived in the property for a year to determine how best to use the spaces, then moved out for the speedy eight-week transformation. Through clever manipulation of the…

“Consider the logistics before you renovate”MICHAEL, HOMEOWNER “Renovating an apartment in Sydney can be a logistical nightmare,” says Michael. “You can’t just load your ute up with rubbish and dump it at the tip like you can in Brisbane. It cost us $1000 for a small truck to dump rubbish. We tried to do the demolition as quickly as possible to avoid upsetting neighbours, but there will always be someone who doesn’t like what you’re doing. One of our neighbours got upset because we accidently got dust on his car so I bought him a $50 voucher to get it washed. I think being considerate goes a long way.”…

It was a combination of luck and persistence that paid off for Francesca Pellicciari and Giacomo Donati, owners of this 1920s apartment in the heart of Milan. Located between Porta Venezia and Stazione Centrale, the lively neighbourhood is a buzzing mix of tradition and innovation. Lured by the affordable property prices, it’s also drawing many young professionals and creatives. “That was the case with us,” says Francesca. “After months of searching, we finally found the right apartment and loved it at first sight,” she adds. “The more we explored the place, the more we saw that it was perfect for our needs and what we were searching for: an old, well preserved apartment with a story behind it but also ready for small, respectful renovations that could bring a touch…

+ Outdoor aspect “We chose to put in three-metre ceilings and glass walls on two sides and now we have the most incredibly green, open vista from our living area,” says Kellie. + Butler’s pantry “I’m not much of a cook, but I am a neat freak and the pantry hides everything away, which is great when you’re having people over for dinner. It’s a really good work room.” + Rumpus room “A massive cavity slider closes off this new space and blocks the noise so that children can make a racket in there and we don’t have to listen to it!”…

The future looks bright for small-space living, and it seems we are in for a few surprises... Ikea will soon be launching a range of space-savvy robotic furniture. The Rognan modular system solves small-space issues by giving one item multiple functions as the need arises. For example, at the press of a button your bed may be turned into a wardrobe. Instead of making furniture smaller, Ikea is designing single pieces that do the work of many. After all, you don’t need a wardrobe when you’re watching television. I think this technology could be a game-changer in the most compact of apartments. As well as creating new robotic furniture, Ikea’s global research and design lab, SPACE10, has come up with a sustainable modular-housing solution that tackles the affordability issue, as…

Who lives here Inside Out creative director Mia Daminato; her husband Jeremy Matthews, who is also a creative director; and their two sons, Matteo, 11, and Luca, 8. The project A new family bathroom in a 1920s cottage in Sydney’s eastern suburbs that transformed an outdated leaky space. Mia and Jeremy planned the bathroom for a year; the renovation took six weeks. A total of $35,000 for the building work and materials. Potential was the keyword when Mia Daminato and her husband Jeremy first saw this character-filled cottage in Sydney’s Clovelly. Its great bones and location made it perfect to raise their family, but it needed a total revamp. After doing some quick cosmetic updates, the family lived in the home for four years, which gave them time to work…

3 of a kind When it’s too warm for a feather doona, but too cold for summer pyjamas, drape one of these woven throws over your bed or around your shoulders. 1 Ingrun throw in Dark Blue, $16.99; ikea.com/au 2 AYTM ‘Flores’ throw, $389; designstuff.com.au 3 Stansborough lamb’s wool throw in Grey, $400; inbedstore.com DREAM WEAVER Getting out of bed is a little more bearable when the first thing your feet touch is a gorgeous wool rug, like this Moroccan Beni M’Rirt design, which has been handwoven using centuries-old techniques. Mona June Beni M’Rirt rug (1.68m x 1.15m), $2400; tigmitrading.com SPRING SCENT A new season calls for a new home fragrance, which is why Ecoya has released two fresh new scents: Bamboo Leaf & Cucumber and Pink Grapefruit Blossom. Spring Escapes…

From a new collaboration between outdoor furniture brand Tait and contemporary textiles house Mokum, the Trace collection brings all-weather luxury to alfresco living, raising the bar in backyards all over Australia. Designed by Adam Goodrum, Trace comes in fabrics that look and feel like they should be reserved for a parlour, but in fact are made to face the elements out on the patio or by the pool. Volley chairs upholstered in Mokum ‘South Beach’ outdoor velvet in Sky, $1210 each; madebytait.com.au…

It’s true to say that Josh Niland is becoming something of a seafood superstar. His award-winning fish-centric restaurant St Peter, named after the patron saint of fishermen, in Sydney’s Paddington came first in 2016, when his fish degustation became famous. It was then followed by Australia’s first Fish Butchery right next door, where Josh champions his philosophy of cooking with the entire fish – or ‘fin-to-fin’ as he likes to call it. He really does have a recipe for every part of the fish and is all about locally sourced, sustainable seafood. Josh’s new book, The Whole Fish, showcases his approach – understanding there’s more to a fish than just the fillet. And while it does go into fish-butchery basics, the heart of the book celebrates his delicious combinations of…

ROYAL OAK FLOORS New from Royal Oak Floors are the subtle colours of Toasted Oak on the floor and dramatic Metal Grey on the Concreate walls. Both embrace the current trend of natural materials and neutral tones combined with enduring style and durability. Visit royaloakfloors.com.au FLEMING’S To celebrate 100 years, the folk at Fleming’s Nurseries haven’t just cracked a good bottle of red — they’ve gone one better with the release of Cercis canadensis ‘Merlot’. This stunning tree features glossy, heart-shaped purple foliage and pink spring blossoms. Visit flemings.com.au FREEDOM FURNITURE Looking for the perfect accessory for your coastal-inspired home? Handwoven in the Philippines by local artisans, the Fumika Floor Lamp in Natural from Freedom is the ideal statement piece for your laid-back lounge. Visit freedom.com.au OMO ULTIMATE This liquid…

From moody merlots and regal aubergines to smoky greens and blues, the 44 vivid shades in the Smooth Impasto collection are tempting us to experiment with colour. What sets them apart is their intense pigment and sophisticated matt finish, which will add depth and textural dimension to any room. Pictured are Arctic Bay (main walls) and Duck Egg (hallway), both $148 per 4L; porterspaints.com…

There are few vessels as ceremonial as a goblet. So we’re pleased to see the generous curves of the classic glassware shape in the form of these vessels from Lightly’s new Second Nature collection. Made to evoke a sense of harmony, empathy and ritual, the powdercoated metal design is ideal for displaying fresh flowers in abundance, or using outside to grow your own. Vera vessels in Teal, $130, and Dusty Rose, $150; lightly.com.au…

SOFT GREYS AND WHITES ARE THE PERFECT BASE FOR A CALM MOOD. FOR A TIMELESS LOOK THAT NEVER DATES, GROUND THE SPACE WITH FOREST GREENS AND HINTS OF MONOCHROME. EXTEND THE RELAXED, NATURAL VIBE OUTDOORS WITH TIMBER, RATTAN AND A BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR TABLE TO CENTRE THE SPACE. BRING IN TOUCHES OF LIGHT WITH GLASS AND MIRRORED SURFACES TO FINISH THE LOOK. A BALANCED ROOM THRIVES WITH PATTERN AND COLOUR - THINK NEUTRAL BUT TEXTURED CUSHIONS, PENDANT LIGHTING AND RESTRAINED, THOUGHTFUL COASTAL CUES LIKE PALMS, CORAL AND NATIVE FOLIAGE.…

“It was important for us to feel as though there is space and airiness in our home. We’re lucky to have high ceilings and relatively big rooms”NATALIE FITCH, HOMEOWNER You could be forgiven for thinking you’ve stumbled on a tropical oasis when you first encounter this Sydney house. As well as being framed by verdant foliage, it’s also testament to the transformative power of white, which features both inside and out. For creative couple Natalie and Daniel Fitch, the northern beaches home is their labour of love, and where they feel blessed to be raising their young family. “The project had been a really long time coming for us, so we came into this with a lot of ideas for what we wanted to create,” says Natalie, a designer and…

When Robert and Jackie bought their Sydney terrace in 2002, they planned to live there - if not in the immediate future, certainly in the years after that. They were engaged to be married, and following the time-honoured Australian tradition of a stint living and working overseas, first in New York, then London. After that, they’d head home. Probably. “We’ve always been that couple,” says Jackie. “Things happen – and we like a new adventure.” “One thing led to another, and we ended up staying much longer than expected,” says Robert, which is a modest way of saying they forged successful careers in the UK capital, made strong friendships and had a couple of children. It was 2009 before they were able to tear themselves away from London and really…

Year-round entertaining was the goal for interior designer Kellie Margetson and her family when she co-designed their outdoor room. The impressive structure comes complete with an outdoor kitchen, a TV for watching sports, a fan for air circulation and radiant heaters to keep things cosy in winter, which ticks a lot of boxes. Turn the page for more details of this stunning home.…

Ascend the stairs of this 1930s Arts and Crafts home in Melbourne and you will rise through the clouds to an imaginative land that two lucky children call their own. Sculpted bronze handles on iridescent blue doors are clues to the owner of each. Behind the doors are two dream-like spaces, expressing each child’s personality while speaking the same design language. Windust Architecture x Interiors created this magical world by transforming the home’s large, dark and dusty attic. The clients – a family with four children – engaged Windust to design two new bedrooms and bathrooms in the space for their youngest children, aged eight and 11. With all five bedrooms located on the first floor, they wanted more space for everyone. “The heritage overlay of the house pushed us…

Australians just love coffee, and we’ve become passionate about our brews: the right beans, the perfect crema, even the ideal temperature for the milk. And while it’s great to have baristamade coffee, if you make and drink it at home you want those cups to be just as good. After all, this is the era of cafe-worthy domestic coffee machines. Today’s makers have better functionality and more brewing options than ever – and are surprisingly affordable. Reassuringly, there are coffee machines for all tastes, lifestyles and budgets, from easy-to-use, low-cost pod machines to the full bells-and-whistles automatic espresso experience, plus beautifully stylish built-in options for anyone considering a kitchen renovation. “Coffee machines have been growing as a category for a long time,” says Gary Brown, senior brand manager of Home…

Often the smallest room in the house, a powder room can still have a big creative impact. Sometimes called half-bathrooms, these tiny spaces originated in the 18th century, and were for people to reapply powder to their wigs in private. Today, they are a sanctuary for people to wash their hands, look in the mirror and reapply makeup. As they’re mainly used by guests, the decor can be bold as you won’t tire of looking at it daily. Here’s what to think about when planning one… 1 essentials Every powder room needs a basin, toilet and mirror. The basin – and vanity if there’s space – should be the centrepiece. To create the illusion of a bigger room, choose a floating wall-mounted vanity with a basin underneath for a streamlined…

Q We’ve been using the same white dinnerware set for years and it’s time for something new and modern. However, the set can’t be too precious as it will be used for everyday meals. What do you suggest? Emily, via email Although we love nothing more than a classic white plate here at Maxwell & Williams, it’s how that plate is layered with other colours and textures that will make your table truly memorable. Taking inspiration from contemporary cafe culture, the Caviar Granite range from Maxwell & Williams is the perfect choice for updating your everyday dinnerware. Our Caviar Granite range is beautifully textured and can be mixed and matched with your existing white tableware. And we’ll be adding new designs to the collection just in time for the summer…

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Small spaces can be visually expanded in all sorts of ways. Interior architect Sophie Bowers used a subtle technique for the tiny dining area of her Sydney apartment. She brought in furniture with slim legs – the table, chairs and plant stand – so the floor space remains relatively clear. In addition, Sophie created interest at ankle height with a dramatic kickboard so there’s something nice to look at.…

Many couples downsize when their children leave home, but partners Michael O’Brien and Kerry Fyfe have taken the idea of simplifying their home to an extreme. When their respective children left the nest, the couple decided to look for a small Sydney apartment. “We both had family houses, but I think you need less as you get older,” says Michael. “It’s ‘unencumbering’ to have fewer things around you.” Although the pair still owns another property, three years ago they discovered this tiny 38-square-metre space. They were drawn to its provenance as a Harry Seidler design as well as its convenience – in a quiet part of Potts Point from which they could walk to work and enjoy the perks of the area’s busy social scene without a car. The apartment…

Who lives here Robert, an investment consultant; and Jackie, a media executive; with their sons, Zac, 13, Max, 11, and Luca, 9; and Japanese spitz pooch Kubo. Style of home A small three-bedroom terrace in the Sydney suburb of Paddington. Robert and Jackie bought the house in 2002 while living in London. They leased it to tenants and partly renovated in 2009, before completing the job in 2018 with the help of interior designer Lara Ette. The most recent renovation came in at approximately $120,000.…

Small-space living is no longer an out-of-the-box concept that only happens in other parts of the world, and no longer a far-flung idea from the future. It’s becoming the norm here in Australia, thanks in part to sky-rocketing house prices, and the fact that many of us (myself included) want to live in, or near, one of a few major cities. Smaller spaces are something many of us will have to face. Houses are getting smaller, and a quarter-acre block of land is now deemed a generous size, so that needs to be at the forefront of our minds when designing our homes. But let’s be clear, small-space living isn’t a step down on life’s ladder, but a parallel that encourages us to use our homes in smarter ways, with…

charm to table There’s nothing like a kitchen brimming with fresh produce and a bowl of fruit on the counter. Now you can keep your delicate eggs there, too, in this charming Robert Gordon ‘Garden To Table’ egg holder, $34.95; robertgordonaustralia.com 3 of a kind Premium kitchen appliances. 1 90cm Wide 5 Burner Gas Cooktop with Dual Control Side Wok, $2499; ilve.com.au. 2 Asko ‘Craft’ 60cm Steel CombiSteam Oven, $3999; eands.com.au. 3 Pellegrino AFG999X 90cm vintage-style cooker, $4799; artusi.com.au CUT ABOVE Handcrafted from German steel and Italian olive wood, Messermeister’s ‘Oliva Elité’ range of knives will sharpen your skills and make tedious prep work more efficient. Messermeister ‘Oliva Elité’ Straight carving fork, $239.95, and Kullenschliff carving knife, $279.95; everten.com.au PETAL DROP We love the feminine features of this Blossom pendant light…

Expertly made in Australia from feature-grade blackbutt veneer, the bespoke bedroom furniture in the My Design collection at Snooze can be customised to suit you. Mix and match a variety of headboards and bases (some with storage). Embrace practicality with the My Design feature headboard, which has an built-in hutch-style shelf for storage that gives you the opportunity to showcase your favourite items. Available in a variety of stains and finishes, the My Design bedroom collection also includes various bedside, tallboy and chest furniture options to match your bed frame of choice. Visit Snooze in-store or online at snooze.com.au to browse the Venus and My Design collections.…

1 PATTERN RECOGNITION Four bathrooms in a period home manage to straddle old and new with a clever command of the colour blue THE DESIGN Designer Greg Natale was charged with creating a welcoming family home filled with bold colour and personality when he undertook the renovation of this Federation-style house in Sydney’s inner west. Retaining the front rooms, Greg opened up the back of the house to embrace modern open-plan living, while also restoring period detailing throughout. “The floor plan is new and contemporary, but the detailing was reinstated,” he says. “All those original cornices and ceilings were painstakingly put back into the front rooms and added to the new ones.” Greg also revamped all four bathrooms, including a powder room and the main ensuite bathroom (pictured opposite), which…

The exterior of your home is the first thing people see – which gives you the perfect opportunity to make a statement. “Cladding is a fantastic way to add texture and character to the exterior of a house,” says Sonia Simpfendorfer, creative director at Nexus Designs. It can also be used to disguise a less-than-perfect facade, adds Damien Abicic, architect and principal at Pivot Studio: “Your building might be a simple box, but beautiful cladding or an interesting combination of cladding materials can make it appear spectacular.” Choose right, and cladding offers much more than just good looks, says David McCrae, principal at mm+j architects. “It can also provide thermal and sound insulation, as well as fire resistance, which can save you money, boost your privacy and provide protection.” cladding…