“I’ve become bolder over the years, each house has been more colourful than the last,” says Sue. When the couple sold their former Brisbane home – the new owner was so enamoured with the interiors they bought the entire contents with the home. “All we took with us were our clothes, photos, books and two pieces of furniture which had belonged to my grandmother,” says Sue.

Who lives here?

Sue and Justin, semi-retired lampshade makers.
What have you learnt renovating Queenslanders? Justin: “Timber houses are great to work on. So adaptable. Easy to modify walls, doors and windows.”
What’s been your best decision? Justin: “Using second-hand building materials, furnishing and decorative pieces. It’s good for the environment and great for the budget.”
What brings you the most joy? Sue: “We love that both homes have a common aesthetic theme of a basic farmhouse and sit comfortably apart within the established gardens, appearing as if they have always shared the location.”

For the couple, whose adult sons had flown the nest, being untethered from possessions presented an exciting opportunity to start afresh, gently transition into retirement and embrace a tree change to Eumundi in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast hinterland. Keen to tackle a project, they knew they’d found ‘the one’ when they stumbled upon a semi-renovated, circa 1910 farmhouse on two acres. “It instantly felt right and offered scope to add our own touches,” says Sue. Serendipitously, the move also led to an unexpected ‘second career’, with Sue, a former nurse, ‘falling into’ making lamp shades. “I’d always loved lamps and making the shades has been a wonderful creative outlet to indulge my passion for fabrics and interiors,” says Sue.

The effect on the home was two-fold. Not only was the machinery shed converted into a studio, lamps of all shapes and sizes began pouring through the doors topping tables and filling corners, alongside a smorgasbord of custom cushions and upholstered furniture, mostly made from designer fabric off-cuts. “Justin’s work also changed,” says Sue. “While winding down a career in IT, he took on the roles of renovator, groundsman and part-time lamp maker.”

Their next project was acquiring and transforming a guest house for the property. “After searching for 12 months, we found a cottage destined for demolition in the town of Esk, north-west of Brisbane, which we relocated onto our block and set about slowly and meticulously renovating over three years,” says Justin. Split down the middle, so it could be transported and positioned into place, the original worker’s cottage was stitched back together and reconfigured internally to create two bedrooms and two ensuites, complete with a new kitchen and living area. A verandah was also added to wrap around two sides and take in the block’s glorious views.

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Cottage kitchen

“We found the green casement windows at a demolition centre, absolutely loved them and bought them before we knew where they would go,” says Sue. The layout was reconfigured to create the kitchen at the back of the cottage, enabling it to flow onto the new side verandah.

“With the luxury of no time restrictions we could take our time looking for character details to add.”

– Sue

Cottage living area

Like their home, every space is dotingly layered to create a true immersive experience, which encourages moments of pause to soak up the intriguing details and unexpected swathes of colour and pattern.

“There was no fireplace originally, so we installed a Masport wood fireplace and eventually found the vintage cast iron fascia and later the mantlepiece surround,” explains Justin. To help accentuate the centrepiece, the back wall was highlighted in Diane Bergeron ‘Great Jones’ wallpaper in Moss, with vintage wall sconces customised with fabric shades in Anna Spiro Marigold Multi.

Rather than match soft furnishings, Sue’s approach embraces vivid colour and striking fabrics by designers, such as Cloth & Print Co, Catherine Martin and Christopher Farr. “You don’t need a lot of fabric for lamp shades or cushion covers, so I love to use designer remnants and enjoy pairing an unusual lamp base, often sourced second hand, with a great fabric,” she says. For fabric remnants, try etsy.

We love… eclectic decor

Home living area

A gallery wall in the living area features an array of artworks collected over time. The most sentimental is a painting of the family’s former Fox Terrier, which their youngest son Declan, now 31, painted when he was six years old. The space features a sofa in Cassandra Harper ‘Tibetan Flower’ fabric in Moss, topped with a mix of custom cushions and a Schumacher ‘Chiang Mai Dragon’ fabric cushion from Villa Life & Co.

Home main bedroom

Natural light and garden views pour through floor-to-ceiling sliding windows, which were an update by previous owners. The abundance of light highlights the details of the VJ walls and ceiling, which were refreshed in Resene Alabaster. Like a piece of art, the bedhead upholstered in William Yeoward ‘Felix’ fabric in Indigo provides a backdrop to the bed dressed in a white cover from Oliveaux Interiors paired with an ‘Evelyn’ hand-block print cotton quilt from Rachel Elizabeth Interiors.

“I like a relaxed and intuitive approach to decorating, nothing too formal or matching.”

– Sue

Cottage main bedroom

In the cottage’s main bedroom, a vintage kantha quilt from Rachel Elizabeth Interiors is paired with Bed Threads scalloped European pillowcases in Terracotta and Rust and custom cushions.

Sue couldn’t resist Catherine Martin ‘La Palma’ wallpaper in Gilver for the cottage’s main ensuite. “I loved the brave, dynamic, tropical design,” she says of the striking backdrop, which is paired with an Early Settler vanity and tapware from Abi Interiors.

Cottage guest bedroom

Shades of green pervade the interiors. Here, in one of the cottage’s guest bedrooms, it’s echoed in a bamboo bedhead, found on Marketplace, paired with a Rachel Elizabeth Interiors quilt, to custom cushions, lamp shades and Diane Bergeron ‘Great Jones’ wallpaper in Moss (try Milton & King).

Home outdoor lounge area

Surrounded by tropical greenery, the home’s outdoor lounge area is one of the couple’s favourite places to spend time and in summer they eat outside every day. To enhance the sense of a seamless indoor/outdoor room, integrated banquet seating was installed featuring custom cushions in Christopher Farr outdoor fabric.

Coming full circle, after 12 years on the property, Sue and Justin have just sold their Eumundi home and are set to embark on another renovation adventure. There’s no doubt, the result will be just as delightful.

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What is a Queenslander ?

A Queenslander is a style of Australian architecture that originated in Queensland but is now found in other areas of the country, including northern New South Wales.

The architectural style is directly influenced by the sub-tropical Queensland climate, with these properties being designed to combat the region’s tropical storms and hot weather.

Key characteristics

Detached

A Queenslander is a detached property that usually occupies its own independent plot of land. While these buildings have a rural history, with many heritage Queenslanders being surrounded by large gardens and sprawling land, they are also found in suburban areas.

Stilts

A traditional Queenslander is a single-story property that is elevated off the ground via stilt structures. However, it’s common for modern iterations of these properties to enclose and convert the lower section of the home into more living space.

Verandas

A veranda is a defining element of both the traditional and modern Queenslander. While the veranda will often appear to wrap around the entire property, it will only reside on the back and sides or the front and sides of the home. It’s common for a Queenslander veranda to feature both open and closed sections.

Rustic materials

Traditional Queenslanders are made from timber and feature a corrugated metal roof to combat tropical storms.

Historical design features

With the first Queenslanders being built back in 1850, the properties often come with historical design features from Colonial, Federation and Victorian era styles.

These features often include a Colonial railing, central staircases, gables, column brackets, louvres, balustrades and porticos.

The history of the Queenslander

The Queenslander style emerged in the mid-1800s when European settlers came to live in the state. The properties were built to combat Queensland’s extreme heat and wet weather, with the corrugated metal being specifically selected for its durability in wet weather, and the big veranda built for protection from both rain and heat.

The rise of sawmills also made lightweight timber more affordable and accessible during the period.

However, the architectural style lost popularity after World War II, when people required cheaper housing construction, and American-style brick homes rose in popularity.

Why are Queenslander houses on stilts?

Stilts are one of the Queenslanders’ most interesting architectural features, but they also serve a very practical purpose by keeping the residence safe from flooding and pest infestations.

By getting air under the house, they also help with natural ventilation.

Home Beautiful’s favourite Queenslanders of all time

A new build Queenslander with all the charm of a heritage home

A family’s newly built abode in Bangalow channels timeless taste and celebrates reclaimed treasures with vintage style. “People walk in and can’t believe it’s not an original Queenslander,” shares homewner, Maggie.

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The vibrant renovation of a 1940s Toowoomba Queenslander

Carried out in two stages and adorned with pattern, colour and collected pieces

This Queenslander appears to be single-storey from the front, yet it’s elevated at the back with two levels and lovely views, prompting a treechange from Brisbane just over 10 years ago for Melanie, co-founder of interior design studio Ivy + Piper, and her young family.

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An airy tropical oasis

Light and spacious

An ambitious renovation turned this grand 100-year-old Queenslander into the dream family home.

“The modern living area downstairs is all open plan with dining and informal living, with a new kitchen and servery to the backyard and pool area,” says homeowner Cathy. “In summer, I open the bi-fold servery windows and keep my eyes on the kids in the pool and still get dinner done.”

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A transformative restoration

From dilapidated to stylishly renovated

The owners of this 1916 Queenslander undertook a major renovation to undo the design missteps of bygone eras and restore the Brisbane property to its former glory. Opting for a classic black and white exterior, this ambitious renovation takes the tired property from dated to distinguished.

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A colourful Queenslander

Full of personality

With its colourful walls and eclectic collection of antique décor, artwork and indoor plants, this 1935 Queenslander is full of personality.

“It’s maximalist, biographical, classic and, most importantly, comfortable,” says homeowner Lloyd, who shares the home with his husband, David.

“This is our first home and, incredibly, it was the first home we inspected when we began searching. We instantly fell in love with the charm of the period detailing and unique character that can’t be replicated in newer constructions.”

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A classic family home

Bright and playful

With its playful patterns and cosy furnishings, this East Toowoomba Queenslander is a warm and welcoming family home.

“We wanted a home that reflected our age and stage of life,” says homeowner Ainsley. “We wanted it to feel warm, comfortable and like a family with small children actually lived there.”

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A serene space

Coastal calm

The homeowners of this 1925 Brisbane Queenslander transformed the property by converting the awkward layout into an open, dynamic design.

“We raised a beam that was making the kitchen really small and built right out to the space they had used as a dining room,” says homeowner Hayley. “It has made a very small kitchen quite grand.”

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An American influence

Bold and bright

The owners of this Brisbane Queenslander took inspiration from their time in the States when designing and decorating their bright and bold family home.

“I had definite thoughts about décor and how our family wanted to live. I didn’t want to see someone else’s ‘signature’ or ideas everywhere in my home,” says homeowner Teresa.

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A Hamptons-inspired home

Classic and comfortable

This bright and airy 1880s Queenslander is the home of Australian swimming royalty, Olympian Hayley Lewis and her family.

With a deep love of Hamptons-style interiors, Hayley has turned her Queenslander into a calm coastal retreat.

“Ever since watching the film Something’s Gotta Give in 2003, I’ve wanted a home with a similar beach feel,” explains Hayley.

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A modern makeover

Cool and contemporary

Giving this inner-city Queenslander a modern makeover turned the property into this couple’s dream home.

“Paul has always loved Queenslanders, but I’m more into a modern house,” Lisa explains of the couple’s decision to bring contemporary design into the heritage property.

A sleek update to the interiors, while still preserving some heritage feature,s helped this property achieve the perfect blend of old and new.

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A characterful cottage

Patterned and pretty

The homeowners of this 1930s Brisbane Queenslander made their house a home with a new layout and plenty of pattern.

“With so much more light, space and fresh finishes, it feels like a new home, yet still has the charm of an old Queenslander,” says homeowner Monica. “I just love it.”

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Before & after: A run-down Queenslander is now an entertainer’s dream

The once-cramped abode is now a luxurious haven

This head-turning Queenslander was lifted, extended and reimagined as a forever home for a family of four, with an entirely new layout, greater functionality and a blend of modern style and heritage charm.

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Who lives here?

Who lives here? Maggie, her husband Josh, their two sons Morgan, seven, and Wells, four, and newborn daughter, India.
Any lessons learnt? Maggie: “Thank goodness we were working alongside a designer, because I think I could have spent forever going through different design ideas and styles. Just having someone there with you to guide you through the process made the biggest difference and was extremely helpful.”
What do you love about your home? “Our home feels so warm and joyful.”

In 2020, they bid on an old Queenslander on their favourite street bordered by rolling farmlands, but it wasn’t meant to be.

“We were disappointed to miss out on that house, because we really wanted an old home with charm,” says Maggie. “Then we saw there was a block of land for sale just down the road.”

Quick to pivot, they bought the plot and engaged Ballina architect Amy Campbell. With its deep verandahs, elevated outlook and pitched roofline, Amy’s design has all the characteristics of a traditional Queenslander. The interiors, completed by Rachael Peachey, are splashed with panelling, ornate fretwork and happy hues.

To Maggie’s delight, there’s a strong indoor-outdoor connection. Designed by Fig Landscapes, the garden is a tapestry of native flora and grasses alongside cottage blooms. “We wanted lots of space to start growing our own vegetables and have some fruit trees, as well as a grassy area where the kids could play. That was big for us,” says Maggie.

A stretch of turf greets the pool area, which is paved with soft pink and natural travertine chequerboard tiles. Its white rendered wall is capped with reclaimed bricks: a design detail Rachael added after gleaning inspiration from the walled gardens she saw in the UK. “It’s a retaining wall that’s doing a job,” she says, “but I thought, ‘Why not make it practical and beautiful?’ I say bring in the joy wherever you can.”

The home overflows with tiny but mighty moments of joy: cupboard interiors are painted in lolly-hued shades and trims in the boys’ bedrooms are finished in their favourite colours. The graceful merging of old and new gives the fresh construction its inviting charm. The reclaimed timber flooring throughout originated in an old factory in Sydney, and the garden terraces were originally railway sleepers in a past life.

Maggie wanted to use colour and make her house feel fun for her kids,” Rachael Peachey, interior designer.

After speaking with neighbours who have navigated challenging restoration and renovation projects on their own century-old properties, Maggie and Josh are glad they started with a clean slate and embarked on a new build. “We did stretch the budget by a lot, but at the end of the day, this is our dream home and we plan on living here for a long, long time,” shares Maggie. “It’s perfect for us and we feel so blessed to be able to be here.”

Bedrooms

The couple chose Bauwerk Colour Limewash in Almond Blossom for the walls in their bedroom. “Josh doesn’t mind the pink. It’s quite a pale, soft pink, which changes throughout the day. It’s so sweet and dreamy,” says Maggie.

Their timber bed from Create Estate is topped with Bed Threads linen and joined by side tables from Bonnie & Neil. Soft Roman blinds and romantic, floaty sheers in white linen, both by Blind Design, add to the palette.

Maggie wanted her kids’ rooms to be able to evolve as they grow, so she opted for vintage wardrobes instead of built-in joinery. “She was open to doing something a bit different in the boys’ rooms and didn’t necessarily want them to be all white. Yellow is Morgan’s favourite colour, but Maggie was hesitant to go heavy on it, so we went with the trims,” says Rachael of the Dulux Swedish Yellow architraves, cornices and skirtings.

Bathrooms

WE LOVE… nostalgic notes

Even the guest quarters on the lower-ground floor were treated to traditional touches. In the guest bathroom, a ‘Rockwell’ pedestal basin in Willow Green from The Water Monopoly salutes classic style, as do the brass lever taps and a showerhead from Designer Tapware Co. ‘Manacor’ wall tiles in Blue Moon and White Gloss are offset by ‘Tierra Bejmat Cotto’ floor tiles, all from House of Surfaces.
For inspiration, see houseofsurfaces.com

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Outdoors

“Fig Landscapes did an amazing job creating the different levels in the garden. The top point of the garden is very high up, so when you sit up there you overlook the farms and the hills – it’s so peaceful,” shares Maggie of the terraced space, where Morgan runs off energy.

Corten steel and hardwood steps add a weathered touch, as do the retaining walls, made of reclaimed timber sleepers from Off The Rails Byron Bay.

SOURCE BOOK
Interior design Studio Peachey, @studiopeachey

Architect Amy Campbell Architect, amycampbellarchitect.com.au

Builder Inspired Built, inspiredbuilt.com.au

Joinery Custom Kitchens & Interiors, ckandi.com.au

Landscaping Fig Landscapes, figlandscapes.com.au

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Everything we know about Deborah Hutton’s South Coast build

Location

Hutton’s build is located in the South Coast suburb of Wombarra, which is located 20 kilometres north of Wollongong. Hutton has previously shared her love of the area, describing her heart to be “at home here.” In a video posted to Instagram, she says “I’m putting every ounce of my soul constructing and building a home for us to live in a place that makes my heart smile.”

Hutton first purchased the block in in 2021 for an impressive $5.6 million. Located on the cliffside Lawrence Hargrave Drive, the block came with a double-story brick home, which was knocked down to make way for the new property.

In an Instagram post, Hutton shared that “We had such a beautiful experience in that house and it’s a shame we couldn’t have renovated it,” before explaining that the structural elements of the house are “no longer safe.”

“We’re in our little rental now but it was this moment of gratitude for that beautiful little red bricker that we lived in for nearly three years,” she concluded.

Exterior

Designed by Sydney-Based architecture firm, Walter Barda Design, the new build is certainly no beach cottage, with the plans revealing what looks like a sprawling five-storey beachside mansion. Further images revealed a nautical-style black and white exterior with plenty of tropical foliage to provide privacy.

One of the more unique aspects of the new build is that it seems to be split across two distinct interconnecting properties. The first section of the home is positioned on the road level, towering over the neighbouring properties before descending into the second part of the home further down the hillside. The home is being built by Toki Construction.

Interiors

Hutton has shared that her plan for the interiors of the home has evolved during the planning process.

“I started off with a really warm coastal palette. just really simple – neutral,” she said in a video posted to her Instagram.

“It’s evolved over time…and it’s turned into this sort of Anglo-Indian sort of British Colonial feel with lots of greens coming through the palette, which is really interesting for me as that was not something I was every drawn to but i’m loving where it’s going.”

At the beginning of her build journey, Hutton posted a picture of what she envisioned for the interiors, specifically highlighting the ceiling. “Loving the exposed rafters in the ceiling…” Hutton wrote alongside the image on social media.

Before making the move to the South Coast, Hutton lived in a stylish Hamptons inspired beach house in Bronte. She sold the home in 2021 for $9.85 million, after deciding that she wanted a lifestyle change.

“Covid, in many respects, has done a lot of things to a lot of people in terms of the way they think they want to live,” she said. “I don’t have to live in Sydney to work so I’m just wanting to get out of the madness…I’m just ready for a different energy,” Deborah told to Wentworth Courier in 2021.

You can see the home’s full listing on realestate.com.au.

Inside Deborah Hutton’s former Bronte home

We might not know what the inside of Hutton’s new South Coast home will look like but if her former property in Sydney’s Eastern suburbs is anything to go by, we’re in for a treat. Before Hutton decided to sell lovely Bronte beach pad, Home Beautiful caught up with the media personality to talk about her interior design style and renovation tips and tricks. You can read the full interview below.

What was your brief for this home renovation?

“My brief was a timeless, classic house that looked like it been here for some time, so in 30 years it still feels beautiful.”

And what was your style starting point?

“The Hamptons was the original inspiration. And then it was sort of coastal – it was a bit Palm Beach. But I look at the home now and I think it has a Colonial influence, a little of St Barts.”

Have you renovated a home before?

“No, I renovated a bathroom – that’s it! As in, I just retiled something. I’ve never done anything like this before.”

What was the best thing about the building process?

“It was fast, efficient and fabulous! The builders worked six days [a week] and I moved to a rental home next door, so I project managed from right next door.”

How did you find the process of choosing fixtures and finishes?

“Ah look, I enjoyed some if it. I loved [some of] it, I should say! But I found some of it really tedious. There were so many details to consider and it was a bit challenging at times.”

Did you have any must-haves before you started renovating?

“Oh, absolutely! The first must-have was the ceiling detail [in the upper level living room, dining room and kitchen]. I also wanted weatherboard – to me, that is Hamptons, that says beach style.”

You have such beautiful artworks throughout your home – can you tell us a bit about your collection?

“I’ve been collecting for years. I was a bit paranoid when I was moving into this house that I wouldn’t be able to hang all that much – but, funnily enough, I managed to find plenty of wall space. There were only two pieces that didn’t really work and I’ve gifted them away.”

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Who stays here?

Rachel and Ryan Carr of ‘The Block’ fame, pictured with their children Everleigh, eight, Mila, seven, and Tommy, four, plus Charlie the family’s Cavoodle.
Do you get out here very often? “It’s a holiday rental and it’s bookeed up constantly, so we try to block out time to stay. Since our TV show “Holiday Home Makeover’ aired earlier this year, it’s been mayhem.”
What’s your festive style? “Every year we do a different tree theme, but I like to keep things quite traditional when it comes to Christmas. I’m a red, green, gold and silver girl.”
What’s your favourite feature? “Definitely the Cosentino stone – the kitchen benchtop is five metres long; it’s a real showstopper. We also have the stone on the wall in the living room. Everybody walks up to touch it and asks, ‘What is it?’”

Fresh from their stint on The Block in 2022, they “had the taste” for renovating and decided the time was right to create their own family escape.

The couple set their sights on the South Coast of New South Wales as it was “so accessible and so beautiful” and found their dream property just eight minutes from Berry and five minutes from Seven Mile Beach, offering “the best of both worlds”.

The home itself, a ’90s suburban build with a boxy layout, didn’t put them off. With its brick veneer walls, floral feature tiles, and matching drapes and bedspreads, the original house was a true example of Australian vernacular style. They loved the nostalgia, but could see fresh finishes and a more inviting floor plan in its future.

“I think where Ryan and I work well together is we don’t necessarily see a property as it’s currently standing. We see how we can change it,” says Rachel. “It had a triplecar garage connected to the home by a brick wall and we thought, ‘We can knock down this wall and it’s going to give us the extra rooms we need’.”

Renovating with three young children is challenging enough – add a film crew and an hour-and-a-half drive from their Sydney base, and it becomes a logistical marathon. Channel 9 greenlit their project as a new television series, Holiday Home Makeover, but the doting parents were determined not to be away from their kids again.

WE LOVE…well-dressed walls

“The wallpaper was a last minute choice, as I felt the bedrooms needed a bit more character,” shares Rachel, who had motifs custom-made by Olive et Oriel to tone with the paint colours in the bedrooms. “Each design tells a story about the overarching style; the main bedroom wallpaper is olive leaf. The designs are linen, so there’s a beautiful, tactile layer.”

Dado rails from Swadlings Timber & Hardware underscore each motif. “We love working with mouldings, so try to incorporate them in all of our designs,” she says. For wallpaper inspiration, head to oliveetoriel.com.

What followed was a 14-week sprint of renovating and filming. “We were driving back and forth every day,” recalls Rachel. “We wanted to have someone with the kids the whole time.

The makeover began in 2022, though the television series didn’t air until mid-25. “It’s funny, in the opening scenes you see our kids, and Tommy is only two, but he was actually four when the show came out,” says Rachel. In each episode, viewers watched as they transformed a perfectly ordinary home into Cinque House – a modern Mediterranean-inspired holiday retreat that feels as though it’s always belonged.

“When designing, we tried to create a hybrid between a luxury hotel and a home,” says Rachel.

“People come and stay and they say, ‘Oh, you must have built the house around the kitchen,’ because of the way we’ve done the rendered rangehood canopy over the beautiful Smeg ‘Victoria’ oven. It looks like it’s been there for 50 years,” says Rachel.

Now, the Carrs have exactly what they set out to create – a place to make memories. Whether they’re at their home in ‘The Shire’ or holidaying here and awaiting Santa’s arrival, it’s sure to be special. “The countdown’s already started for Christmas,” says Rachel.

The house will twinkle with lights, Ryan will smoke the ham and the family will settle in to watch Home Alone on Christmas Eve. “We try to make it as magical as possible.”

SOURCE BOOK
Interior design Rachel & Ryan Carr, The R&R Design Co, rachelandryan.com.au
Architect Neate Projects, neateprojects.com.au
Builder The R&R Design Co with Armstrong & Co Projects, armstrongandcoprojects.com
Landscape design & construction The R&R Design Co with Trim Your Bush Landscaping, 0432 672 918.
Joinery Carrera by Design, carrerabydesign.com.au. Stay Cinque House, cinquehouse.com

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Leading up to its November 2025 auction, the property was reportedly the most-viewed home in the country, and the event itself attracted a crowd of 200. Six serious bidders – including the model couple – vied for the impressive estate, yet it was passed in at $5.9 million.

Negotiations continued behind the scenes, and Isabelle and Harri went on to secure the five-bedroom residence with two wings, open-plan living, entertaining deck, pool and rainforest outlook, all extensively documented on social media during the design and build process.

The final sale price has been kept under wraps and marketing agent Christina James of Amir Prestige told RealEstate.com.au “they didn’t want to be showy”. Motivation to make the mansion their own clearly wasn’t lacking, with Isabelle telling the property site they “had that unspoken ‘this is it’ moment” when they walked through the home.

Ellie Watson’s Gold Coast home: From vision to completion

Thousands followed along on social media as lifestyle entrepreneur Ellie Watson documented the building process for her new home on the Gold Coast. It’s been described as “a Mediterranean-style build with mid-century and modern Australian influences” and she shared the impressive five-bedroom property with husband Alex, their two children, Bowie, 5, and Zimi, 3, and their dog, Oatly. 

Ellie rose to fame in the earlier days of Instagram as Ella Bullen (before she took Alex’s surname), creating recipes for Elsa’s Wholesome Life. We watched as Ellie shared mood boards, selected materials and got excited about the process of creating the couple’s dream family home. The final furnishings were still being unboxed in December 2024, before brands they worked with started sharing glossy footage of the home’s final reveal in January 2025. 

Less than a year later, in October 2025, it was revealed they letting the home go. The founder of fashion and lifestyle company The Wholesome Store had some surprised reactions to the listing. “People are a bit shocked we’re selling,” Ellie shared with RealEstate.com.au. So, why is the family moving on so soon? “We built it with the intention of it being our dream home, but I loved the creative process, so we’re keen to do it again,” she added.

Surprise or not, this famous one-of-a-kind find was a real-estate dream, with finishes that are modern, minimalist and very on trend. 

Nestled in the Gold Coast Hinterland, the pair purchased the piece of land in 2021 before undertaking a lengthy process to bring their vision to life. They worked with designer Luke Holmes, builder Arluca Construction and interior designer Mi Zepp Studio to turn it into a reality. 

“The design was inspired by European architecture – especially Italy and Spain – but with modern Australian and mid-century influences,” Ellie told Domain. “We were really hands-on throughout the process – ordering samples, visiting the site and making final design decisions.”

The result is The Valle Casa, a modern Mediterranean style home that’s instantly recognisable as the place where the family did birthday cake bake-offs and videos sharing their lives. 

Now, it’s set to become the home of Isabelle Mathers and Harri Musumeci, whether that’s for now or forever.

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Who lives here?

Jessica Nguyen, cook and creative, her husband Liam Condon, a lawyer, their two-year-old son Jamie, and two chihuahuas, Marlo and Pabla, aged 11 and 9 years old.
How would you describe your Christmas decorating style? “Vintage maximalist.”
What is your table styling must-have? “I always start with a colourful tablecloth and I gravitate to patterns and prints, especially stripes or ginghams.”
Any tips for stress-free hosting? “I love letting my guests serve themselves from big share dishes. You want to be socialising and present at the table, not stuck in the kitchen.”

When Jessica was made redundant from her role in beauty PR in 2020, she pivoted to her lifelong love of cooking and swiftly built an online fan base eager to absorb her recipe ideas and tabletop styling advice. She takes an all-fun, no-fuss approach to gatherings, favouring large share platters and batches of ready-to-pour cocktails.

In the warmer months, she loves to entertain on her back deck under the lush wisteria vine. “The home’s previous owners were apparently the second largest importers of Italian wine in Victoria, and they created the beautiful backyard that feels a bit Italian-esque,” Jessica explains.

Jessica and Liam, a lawyer, purchased their two-bedroom property in 2019, a year after getting married. “It was the first house we saw, and I loved its aura and Edwardian charm, with high ceilings and stained-glass windows,” says Jessica, who covets the character of traditional English interiors and the layered, joyfully detailed spaces masterminded by interior designer and Home Beautiful favourite, Anna Spiro.

Despite its stunning bone structure, the terrace’s surfaces were drab and devoid of colour. And the kitchen? Tiny. Yet that hasn’t deterred her from entertaining. “It’s still unrenovated, but the small space forces me to work smarter,” says the level-headed cook. “It did come with a large 90-centimetre five-burner Italian stove that I love.”’

A self-proclaimed maximalist and devotee of colour and pattern – dopamine decorating at its best – Jessica has reinvented the home one clever DIY project at a time. “I lived like a renter for the first couple of years, but then something clicked in 2021 when I painted what is now my son’s bedroom and shared home office. It gave me the confidence to do more.”

Since then, she has transformed beige spaces with her nifty brushwork and a palette of elegant hues – buttery yellow, minty sage and duck egg blue – bringing personality to every corner. She has sewn ruffled curtains, hung Roman blinds, and swapped out knobs, handles and light fittings to create new looks with minimal fuss, attributing her DIY prowess to her mum and a creative childhood filled with crafting and cooking.

Driven to inspire others in the form of beautiful meals, welcoming spaces and memorable moments, Jessica bubbles with energy every festive season. Even her Christmas gift giving is meaningful and handcrafted with care. “This year, I definitely want to go down a more sentimental gifts route for people, so I am going to handmake batches of my chilli oil and bottle them,” she says about the vibrant red cooking condiment that went viral in 2020. You can bet that each glass jar will be artfully wrapped with a colourful flourish, adding more joy under the effervescent creative’s already brimming Christmas tree.

Jessica Nguyen’s Christmas living room

The cheerful home of Jessica Nguyen is styled with pieces that have been collected over time. Handmade paper garlands hang from the ceiling light above the rug, both from Leonard Joel Auctions.

With a mantel and surrounds painted in soft yellow, the fireplace is a focal point in the living room. It’s hung with striped Christmas stockings from Bonnie & Neil, with two bone-shaped stockings for the family’s beloved pooches.

WE LOVE…kid-friendly decor

To team with Jessica’s vintage maximalist festive style, she made the Vandoros paper chains that are draped throughout the house, plus a cute hat for puppy Snuffy. Jessica loves their retro look and kid-friendly status. “Paper, felt and fabric decorations are great from a practical and safety point of view when you have a young toddler around,” she says.

Jess Nguyen’s Christmas dining table

This area is the “heart of the home” alongside the kitchen, which Jessica describes as small and humbling: “It makes me work smarter and not harder. It’s about maximising space, and changing the position of things to create more bench space.”

The dining table is dressed with handmade crackers wrapped in Vandoros ‘Nutcracker Stripe’ paper, vintage Blue Willow by Churchill plates, Bonnie & Neil linen napkins, Reliquia ‘Cascais’ cups, Maison Balzac wine glasses and Coast to Coast Home ‘Remy’ cutlery.

“I’m Vietnamese, so for Christmas, we tend to do really beautiful, fresh Vietnamese salads with seafood, plus the traditional dishes” Jessica.

“My favourite room is definitely the living and dining area; it’s really the heart of the home,” says Jessica. “And the deck, because it’s just where everyone gathers.”

Outdoor Christmas dining

The garden may be compact but it’s green and inviting, with vintage plant stands found through Facebook Marketplace. “We’ve added fairy lights to the backyard, and vines grow on the brick walls. It’s a great spot for hosting. It’s small but cosy and everyone always has a fun time out there,” says Jessica.

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The location? Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. The date? June 13, 2026.

The oceanfront venue had reportedly been reserved by another couple, but not anymore. The superstar singer and her NFL fiancé have allegedly struck a sweet deal to make it the setting for their big day.

The venue itself is as storied as it is stunning. Originally built in 1868 as a seaside hotel, it closed in 2003, was demolished, and then meticulously rebuilt to preserve its original look. Reopened in 2010, Ocean House now stands out for its buttery yellow façade and grand Victorian-style architecture.

The famous couple were said to be planning the ceremony at Swift’s own Watch Hill home, but as the guest list grew, Ocean House became the more practical – and still perfectly convenient – option, just a stone’s throw from her estate.

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It was Paul who inspired Jamie to pursue horticulture more than 25 years ago; they’ve been friends ever since.

Stonefields is described by Paul himself as his “life’s greatest work” and on the real estate listing as, “a landmark of Australian garden design”. Paul shares the home with husband Barry McNeill and their cocker spaniel Ruby.

Where is Paul Bangay’s Stonefields?

Set on 16 hectares in Denver, between Kyneton and Daylesford in Victorian spa country, the sprawling property features a Tuscan-inspired villa, symmetrical formal hedges, oak trees, a rose garden, a solar-heated lap pool and even a resident peacock, named Harold. It’s considered by some to be the Versailles of rural Victoria.

Stonefields was previously advertised with a price guide of $8 million to $8.8 million, which didn’t include The Farmhouse — existing guest accommodation with four bedrooms just 100m from the main house.

Jamie and a consortium of investors pitched to buy the off-market Farmhouse as well, resulting in a sale of more than $11 million in February 2023. The offer, clearly too good to refuse, ultimately did not settle according to reports.

The current price guide

Real estate agents at Marshall White Stonnington are asking for expressions of interest, and the price guide is now $6 million to $6.6 million. Sure, it’s a discount, but unless you’re a progidious landscaper or have scissors for hands, the garden maintenance costs are likely to be astronomical.

According to real estate records, Paul bought Stonefields in 2004 for $320,000, when the property was bare paddocks — a blank canvas. It’s now a flourishing private estate with a series of bucolic garden ‘rooms’.

“I knew what I wanted straight away,” Paul told Domain.com. “The feeling of different spaces.”

Over two decades, Paul created a living masterpiece through experimentation, and Stonefield’s gardens have inspired books and private tours.

His designs are always influenced by his world travels, namely to the Middle East and Europe. “The style is classic but I try to give it a contemporary edge. I don’t like it to be too pastiche.” 

Even though Stonefields is complete and established, its legacy holds endless potential. And Paul is ready for his next project, likely to be a walled vegetable garden.

“As a designer… you like to think you can retire, but you can never extinguish that passion inside,” Paul says on his website. We can’t wait to see what he and Barry accomplish.

Stay at The Farmhouse at Stonefields 

While we wait to see what’s next for Stonefields, it’s still possible to stay at the wisteria-laden Farmhouse, which has been open to guests for some time.

Set 100 metres from the main house at Stonefields with four bedrooms, a wood-fire heater and proximity to the gardens and Paul’s rare British White cattle, it’s the perfect country getaway. Pack your bags.

Take a closer look at at The Farmouse here.

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And now, he’s about to make his honorary Aussie status even more official with a major new home on the way. The star is set to kick off construction on his Tweed Valley property, about an hour from Byron Bay.

Work is planned to begin in February 2026, with completion slated for September. And this won’t be just any home – the Down to Earth with Zac Efron host has ambitious plans to create one of the healthiest houses on the planet. Built with hemp and guided by sustainable designer Joost Bakker, it’s sure to be pretty special.

Here, we look at how Zac Efron ended up living the eco-conscious Aussie life – and what we know so far about the star’s headline-making build.

From LA to Australia: Zac Efron’s home timeline

Zac Efron is settling into Australia with his dream home being built in 2026. We follow along, from his arrival to plans and construction.

March 2020: Zac Efron moves to Australia

Zac Efron reportedly left the US in March 2020 to ride out the coronavirus pandemic in Australia – and it didn’t take long for him to settle in. By mid-2020, he was spotted in Byron Bay with local waitress Vanessa Valladares, who was later confirmed as his girlfriend. At the time, he was renting a $22 million mansion in the area, signalling that his stay might be more than a temporary escape.

December 2020: Zac Efron buys land near Byron Bay

In late 2020, Zac snapped up the block of bushland he’s now preparing to build on. The idyllic, off-grid parcel in the Tweed Valley, NSW, reportedly cost him around $2 million – a hint even then that his Australian chapter was becoming long-term.

January 2021: Zac Efron lists his LA home

By early 2021, Zac was ready to loosen his real-estate ties to Los Angeles. He put his LA home on the market for $7.8 million, seven years after purchasing it for $5.8 million – another sign his life was shifting firmly toward Australia.

April 2021: Living the nomadic life

Throughout 2021, Zac divided his time between filming locations and still hadn’t put down permanent roots. He even spent a stint living out of a caravan, posting “Home sweet home” alongside his lavish new ride. His growing love for Australia also inspired Season 2 of his Netflix series Down to Earth with Zac Efron, which went on to air in 2022.

“[Zac] moved out there towards the beginning of the pandemic [and] genuinely fell in love with it,” showrunner Michael Simkin told Tudum. “He’d been there a lot for press and tours and traveled there personally, and he now has a group of friends and a community out there.”

Despite his relationship with Vanessa Valladares (above) being confirmed as over by this time, Zac still wanted to stay in Australia. Radio host Kyle Sandilands, who has been seen spending time with the actor, confirmed the rumours on The Kyle and Jackie O Show: “[There was] no drama. It’s done. He’s back to work.”

June 2021: Zac Efron sells his LA home

After spending about six months on the market – and undergoing a price drop – Zac’s LA home finally sold for around $6.85 million, further cementing his shift toward life in Australia.

2021–2025: Planning Zac’s dream eco‑home

Any build of a new home – especially one this ambitious — takes time. Between 2021 and 2025, the wheels turned behind the scenes as Zac Efron and his designer Joost Bakker laid the groundwork for what’s shaping up to be one of Australia’s boldest eco‑homes (to rival Jamie Durie’s future home).

In that time, Joost and his team experimented with regenerative building materials and sustainable design strategies that challenged conventional homebuilding. The planned residence – dubbed “Zac’s greenhouse” – will sit on Zac’s 128‑hectare bush property in the NSW Tweed Valley, between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast.

The home has been designed to use hemp throughout – for insulation, internal walls, joinery, rugs, curtains and even the mattress Zac will sleep on – plus oyster‑shell‑bonded hemp bricks instead of traditional concrete or timber.

Bakker says the goal is simple but visionary: Build what Efron asked to be “the most healthy home on the planet” – one that sits lightly on the earth and even helps regenerate its surroundings.

That includes a rooftop “living soil” base – 100 tonnes of soil on a flat roof – designed not just for insulation but as a living foundation for plants, helping create habitat rather than destroy it.

February 2026: Building begins

With council approval in hand, and the designs finalised, the plan is for construction to begin February 2026 with a $2.65 million build cost. Completion is slated for September 2026, assuming everything stays on track.

If all goes to plan, the result could be far more than another celebrity home — it may become a blueprint for low‑carbon, sustainable living in Australia.

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With the festive season meaning a large gathering of the clans – either with her husband James’ family in the country or with her Sydney-based relatives – the celebration is always based on the traditions from her childhood.

“Everything I do has been informed by my mum. When I was a little girl she entrusted me with setting the table, starting with picking flowers from the garden to place in vases. Now it is my absolute joy to create a beautiful table for loved ones. We always hang stockings and my children, Andrew and Charlie, love putting up the tree – some years it’s a real one, other times we use an artificial tree from my favourite store, Lily Pond in Geelong.”

Who lives here?

Television presenter, Catriona Rowntree, her husband, sheep and grain farmer James Pettit, their sons Andrew, 16, and Charlie, 14, four cats, one Sheepdog, eight chickens, Paul Bangay’s rooster Neil, and “too many” sheep
Your best decorating tip? “If you see something you like in a magazine, rip out the page and show it to whoever might be able to bring it to life. Trust their creativity and anything is possible.”
Do you have a signature Christmas dish? “I’m a cook with L-plates. A surprise and delight for me is that my children love my baking – especially the triple-chocolatebrownies – so that’s all that matters.”

Trimmed with decorations that Catriona purchased on her travels for Channel Nine’s Getaway program, the tree is the sparkling centrepiece. “This year I’m focusing on pink and red,” she says, adding that the family also puts a lot of thought and effort into presents. “Everyone enjoys the fun of unwrapping a gift, so we avoid vouchers!”

The rituals of the season enhance Catriona’s love of her life in the country. “I’m a city chick who moved to the country and I love every detail of my life here,” she says.

WE LOVE…pretty practicalities

With her predilection for French Provincial style, Catriona says it’s sometimes tricky to balance her desire for pretty with her husband James’ wish for practical. But both can prevail, and such is the case with their rangehood trim. Armed with a photo of a scalloped trim that she saw in Provence, Catriona asked her carpenter to recreate the detail. The result brings joy and preserves practicality. For French Provincial style, see xavierfurniture.com.au

Putting her stamp on the bluestone cottage, originally built around the 1860s and where the family now lives, was important to Catriona. “When I started dating my husband and first saw the house, it was derelict, sitting in a dirt paddock with huge cracks in the walls. But eventually, I realised it doesn’t have to be anything it is not, and so I leaned into the character of the Australian worker’s cottage.”

To create the couple’s family home, Catriona sought help from Lindy Irons of About Interiors and took advice from interior designers Adelaide Bragg and Anna Spiro. The old guest house, which Catriona named Auchterarder after her grandfather’s hometown in Scotland, got a new lease on life, as did the stone barn, originally built in the 1870s.

When it came to the garden, she befriended landscape design guru Paul Bangay, who lives close by. “Now when he wants to change something in his garden, he calls and says, ‘bring the ute’,” shares Catriona.

Plants and cuttings from his property, as well as from other local friends, mean her garden now has “pink silene blossoms for days, masses of roses and always something in flower. We haven’t spent a fortune on the garden, but we have many beautiful gifted pieces,” she says.

Elsewhere, Catriona has indulged her love of faience pottery, richly detailed Manuel Canovas fabrics and “lucky charms” such as wheat motifs in reference to the farm. “Much to my husband’s chagrin, if I see something I love, I just grab it,” she says.

Hence, armfuls of blue and white tiles from Portugal have been carried home in her luggage, as well as delicate French homewares from the late Doris Brynner’s collection for Christian Dior. Auction houses are also a source of immense delight for Catriona, and among her recent, most-prized acquisitions are the late artist Mirka Mora’s handpainted door stops, which she purchased from Leonard Joel.

Every piece in my home has a story behind it and is most definitely travel-influenced.” Catriona

Thanks to her frequent visits to Asia, Catriona says she is feng shui-obsessed and loves to keep everything neatly arranged in baskets and cupboards. One of the most utilised and much-loved rooms in her home is the mudroom – a practical space that the presenter prettied up by stencilling the floor. “I’ve also stencilled the chicken coop,” she confesses with a laugh.

The mudroom does double duty as a pantry as well as her flower-arranging room and she fills the sink with blooms from her own garden or from local florist Georgie Stanton before transferring them to vases.

While Catriona acknowledges it was a challenge to move from the city to the country, it is one she has embraced with enthusiasm and the home she has decorated so elegantly is now her sanctuary.

It’s all about that beautiful community we certainly landed on our feet where we live.” Catriona

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Interior design About Interiors, 0419 418 423, and Adelaide Bragg Interiors, adelaidebragg.com.au
Joinery SCLK, sclk.com.au

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Jamie added to the The Daily Telegraph: “We received an unexpected offer in the mid $30 million and are now warming to the idea of spending some time on our hobby farm with the kids while they are young.” The hobby farm being a 30-hectare property in the Byron Bay hinterland.

If the sale lands anywhere near that figure, it will represent a remarkable return. The two-year construction journey was documented on Channel 7’s Growing Home, airing in 2024, with a number of major sponsors signing on to help bring the complex build to life. The property itself – perched high on a coveted Avalon escarpment – was reportedly purchased in 2015 for $2.275 million, with the couple said to have contributed just $3 million of their own funds to the project, a surprisingly lean outlay given its size and engineering demands.

Sustainability sits at the core of the concept by Durie Design, with architecture by Silvester Fuller, from the top-tier eco-friendly materials used throughout to the intricate off-grid renewable energy system powering the home. Add to that Jamie’s landscaping flourish: a soaring vertical “Jurassic garden” planted with mature trees craned in from off-site, and greenery integrated through the building.

Jamie, his partner – singer-songwriter Ameka Jane – and their two children, daughter Beau, 4, and son Nash, 2, had only recently settled into the completed home, with the final furnishings installed and glossy magazine shoots wrapped, when the decision to sell was made. The property has now been listed with a guide of $33 million.

But the mega-mansion’s journey has been anything but smooth. Jamie’s early plans to bulldoze the original 1960s cottage and replace it with an expansive eco-home sparked fierce backlash among locals. Northern Beaches Council reportedly fielded more than 50 objections, prompting revised plans that reduced the number of trees to be removed from 17 to 11. Approval finally came through in 2022. As Durie told The Daily Telegraph at the time: “I can tell you right now, if you want to lodge a DA in Avalon it will be the most harrowing thing you have done in your life.”

Now, after years of controversy, construction and anticipation, the house that survived it all may soon be one of the Northern Beaches’ biggest sales of the year. Keep an eye on the Belah House real-estate listing with James Baker from McGrath Pittwater-Avalon for updates.

Once the house is sold, don’t expect a quiet retirement from the gardening guru. Jamie and his family are heading to the country, but he’s far from finished with luxury eco-homes – he’s already developing a world-first 3D-printed concrete house for Season Two of his series, Future House. Hopefully this one comes with a little less backlash along the way.

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Some homes in particular, however, seem to really capture your hearts, garnering thousands of likes, shares and saves on Facebook and Instagram. This year, your favourites were varied and unexpected, ranging from exteriors that ooze kerb appeal to newly built homes with architectural details and inspiring maximalist apartments.

Here are 10 of the most popular Home Beautiful homes this year, as chosen by you!

Your favourite Australian homes of 2025

A farmhouse-style home by Alisa and Lysandra celebrates warm textures

In the beautiful beachside suburb of Brighton in Adelaide, South Australia, stands this grand American Farmhouse-style home that’s been extended and renovated with the help of Alisa & Lysandra Interiors. Originally built in 1920, the dwelling was once owned by the town’s mayor. Now the residence of Jill and her husband Craig, the couple wanted to accommodate visits from their six adult children, plus partners and three precious grandchildren.

With exposed beams, a stone fireplace and a secret wine cellar, the renovated home is both comfortable and commanding.

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A graceful Cape Cod-style home on Sydney’s Lower North Shore

Having been through the challenges and expense of an extensive renovation with their previous property, Georgie and Ben were in no hurry to repeat the experience when it came to upgrading their next home.

Instead, they enlisted the expertise of Alex and Janette Stritt of Stritt Design & Construction, who helped the family create a new home with an old soul.

“We didn’t want it to look too much like a new build, so that’s why we chose the weatherboard. That adds warmth and character,” says Georgia.

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Tour Chyka Keebaugh’s magnificently maximalist penthouse apartment

It’s not every day that a homeowner converts a six-bedroom property into a one-bedroom penthouse. But there’s nothing cookie cutter-esque about entertaining extraordinaire and Australia’s favourite homemaker Chyka Keebaugh.

Since she and her husband, Bruce, founded the iconic catering and events firm, The Big Group, in their mothers’ kitchens in the early ’90s, the couple have always taken the path less travelled.

It’s led to la dolce vita and this palatial pied-à-terre in inner-city Melbourne, which is brimming with vintage treasures and mementos collected from around the globe. It’s a veritable jewel box filled with colour, curiosities and many happy memories. “I love pattern, colour and texture,” says Chyka. “And I must go to a flea market wherever I am in the world.”

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Inside the elegantly festive home of Tim and Anna Robards

After the arrival of their first daughter, Elle, at the end of 2020, Tim and Anna were keen to upsize from their apartment in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs to somewhere a little more family-friendly

Just a short drive away on Sydney’s iconic coastline, they came across a pretty white place with pink bougainvillea framing the front door and ocean views from the top storey. “We fell in love with it,” recalls Tim. 

After the family moved in, they tasked Anna’s good friend and interior designer Elissa Griffin of Winim with furnishing the main living areas and making them both stylish and functional.

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The Block’s Kyal and Kara’s enchanting Spanish-style abode

After completing over 30 renovations together, The Block fan favourites and alumni Kyal and Kara reached for the stars with their latest project, aiming to create what Kara dubbed “the ultimate lifestyle” with an airy, open-plan home on NSW’s Central Coast. The knock-down and rebuild resulted in an interior with a moody palette inspired by Spanish resorts.

“When we did The Block 10 years ago, we were given an industrial apartment. That was a dark house,” says Kara. “I think with this house, a lot of it is our style but with a darker twist.”

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A pretty Southern Highlands farmhouse, where a family escapes to the country

Yearning for a peaceful country escape from their busy city lives, Natasha and Brian set their sights on the scenic Southern Highlands in NSW. “We wanted a place where our then-young boys could ride dirt bikes, make bonfires, camp and help with non-city things like feeding and looking after cattle, fencing and starting a veggie garden,” says Natasha.

Set among rolling hills, the home was “thoughtfully designed to embrace its scenic rural surroundings,” says Jessica Halvorsen, interior design director at Halvorsen Interiors. With a generous single-storey layout and strong north-south orientation, the interiors reflect a relaxed, classic country style.

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A much-needed refresh sees this Brisbane cottage revel in colour

When Tori and her husband Tom bought their Brisbane home a decade ago, it was need of a major transformation. “The house had a quick renovation by a developer,” says Tori. “It was originally a 1919 two-bedroom cottage gifted to a returned serviceman from World War I. We stepped inside and loved the natural light, but there was much we wanted to change.”

These days, the home couldn’t be more different, with a mesmerising world of colour and style awaiting beyond the emerald green front door.

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A Brisbane home is given a timeless, character-filled makeover

Set on a hill overlooking a mature eucalypt forest and enjoying Brisbane city views, this home blends character and elegance to serve as a serene retreat for the family of five who lives here. “While you’re fewer than six kilometres from the Brisbane CBD, you could be in the country,” says one of the homeowners.

The house dates back nearly 100 years and was given a Tuscan-style renovation by previous owners in the 1990s.

Having fine-tuned their wishlist for years, the owners approached building designers Concepts Unlimited Design to reimagine the space and asked interior designer Angie Rogers to oversee the decoration. “They have a wonderful collection of heirloom pieces and antiques, so we wanted to include vintage elements and personal touches on display throughout the home, but executed in a contemporary way,” she says.

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A dazzling Mediterranean-inspired new build in Brisbane

Having designed half a dozen homes for her family, each time building, selling and moving on, Ashley has learnt a lot. For their sixth house she combined all the elements she and husband Chad love; to create a place they were content to settle down, with their young daughters Asta and Maya. The couple secured a block with city views not far from Brisbane’s CBD and knocked down the existing house.

Soaring windows, doors and skylights infuse a natural glow, while beautiful joinery ensures the essentials of family life are catered for, but cleverly concealed where possible. “It ticks a lot of boxes,” muses Ashley. “We definitely want to stay here a while.”

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Josh and Jenna’s Rutherglen Homestead revival

An epic, beguiling country home renovation.

After moving from inner-Melbourne to regional Victoria, The Block 2011 contestants Josh and Jenna began work on a homestead nicknamed ‘The Castle’. “It’s perched up on a hill overlooking Rutherglen, so it had the presence of a castle,” explains Jenna.

The pair shared the process of taking it from unliveable conditions to a warm and inviting family home. This included the installation of a brand new shiny galvanised iron roof and bullnose verandah, a whimsical and nostalgic guest bedroom and a rumpus room painted in a serene shade of green, plus an extension that was designed to take advantage of the property’s glorious views. 

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“We currently have our own home up for sale. We completed the renovation on this one just before we went on The Block. And to be honest, it’s like our dream home, but we’re just 10 years too early,” the couple told Mamamia.

“Our plan was to see how we go on The Block and if we made any money on the show, we would have loved to have stayed living there. However, we are still in limbo with The Block house, so we thought best to sell it and move on. Sad.”

The home, which has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, has been listed between $1.75 and $1.925 million on realestate.com. The couple have already renovated the home in a Hamptons-inspired style that suits the local Mornington area.

While Emma and Ben seemed to be having a successful journey on this year’s season of The Block, everything fell apart at the auctions, when their home passed in at $20,000 below its $2.99m reserve.

With their Block home still not sold, the couple’s decision to sell their own home is an understandable one. Fortunately, their challenging end to the Block doesn’t seem to have put them off renovating a property in the future, with the couple telling Mamamia, “we would love to either do another renovation or a brand-new build. For either option, you’ll be seeing a lot more home reno love on our Ben and Em Instagram.”

We’re excited to see what the couple do next.

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The elegant house has been the perfect place for Afsoon and her husband Waz to raise their two daughters, now aged 10 and 12. And thanks to enduring selections and a tranquil neutral palette, the home looks like it was renovated yesterday.

“We wanted the house to feel timeless, so we leaned towards natural materials and textures and muted tones,” says Afsoon. “We were conscious of making design choices that would age beautifully.”

Having been to countless open-home inspections back in 2014 when they were looking for their dream property, Afsoon and Waz knew what they wanted in a fixer-upper.

“I remember the day we found this over-100-year-old Victorian beauty in Enmore,” recalls Afsoon. “We were ready to call it quits when, one Saturday, we decided to visit ‘just one more’. As soon as we walked in, we knew it was the one.

It was the day of the auction, and we managed to outbid the other parties! The real estate agent gave us an hour to come back with a cheque. It was a whirlwind.”

The renovation

Afsoon and Waz collaborated with James Pedersen, principal of Pedersen Architecture, to give the tired two-storey, terrace-style house a modern, airy extension and to infuse it with more light — without compromising on its classic Victorian charm.

“With thoughtful touches like a wooden balcony off our bedroom and expansive windows throughout, James truly understood our vision, enhancing the original charm while adding a contemporary style,” explains Afsoon. “We also wanted to bring warmth into every corner with natural materials like Italian marble benchtops and limestone fireplaces.”

High ceilings and as much natural light as possible were top of Afsoon’s list. She also coveted functional zones that still felt connected and spaces that work just as well for daily family life as they do for entertaining.

“Retaining the original fireplaces and cornices was a must; we love the old-world craftsmanship and authenticity they bring. Plants were really important, too. One of the first things we did was put in a vertical garden that drapes the wall of the internal courtyard. It adds so much character and feels like a living artwork.”

Afsoon’s fave features

When pressed to choose her home’s highlights, Afsoon says she “absolutely loves” the marble kitchen island benchtop. “We wondered whether it would work in a family context, and luckily, we have found it to be both sculptural and practical,” she says. “The natural veining brings movement and softness to the space, and it catches the light beautifully throughout the day.” 

The commanding dining table is her favourite furniture piece. Made from recycled pine wood, it’s full of character and texture. “We’ve shared so many wonderful celebrations around that table. It’s also strong enough to withstand endless craft projects and glue-gun sessions!” 

Best renovation advice

Afsoon, whose family rug business celebrated 30 years this year, quotes seminal designer William Morris when sharing her best renovation advice: ‘Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.’

“It’s a simple sentiment that still defines how we live here today,” she says.

Be patient and plan thoughtfully, says Afsoon. “If possible, live in the space before making major decisions. Heritage homes reveal themselves slowly. Choose materials that will age gracefully, and avoid short-term trends. Surround yourself with professionals who understand your vision and respect the home’s history.” 

The Kisirwani family are moving on from their lovingly reimagined home — potentially to a new renovation project. They recently sold the house ahead of its scheduled auction for $4.31 million, well above the price guide of $3.5 million.

According to The Sydney Morning Herald, Afsoon and Waz have purchased another period home in the Eastern Suburbs. We can’t wait to see what they do with it.

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The home set among the fern fronds near Noosa looks casual and undone with its calming pea-green façade, white shutters and raw timber decks, yet this is the result of two years of renovating. The vision of the creative couple was combined with the experience of interior designer Tamsin Johnson, plus a list of lauded creatives who contributed to the bohemian-style masterpiece.

Built in the 1930s, its original charm is what won over the pair in the first place. “We just fell in love with the property because it was old, sort of that Caribbean slash Australian, plantation-shutter kind of vibe, with this extraordinary tropical garden, sitting right on this lake, about 30 minutes away from Noosa,” Lucy told Russh.

They had never intended on moving to the area, but they felt a synergy with the property and potential to put their own spin on it. When approaching the interiors, Lucy explained her approach was “not being too precious”. 

Her mum is an interior designer and influenced choices such as the sun motifs above some of the doorways. Yet the guiding design light was to make a space that felt like a true reflection of the couple. “I think there’s such a formula these days with interiors, and there’s all these trends,” she told Russh.

The living and dining area in the five-bedroom home has French doors and plantation shutters that open to take in the lake views. The breezy design style comes through in whitewashed walls, Mediterranean-inspired colours and decor, and a kitchen that features effervescent yellow cabinetry.

Custom concrete vanities finished with Venetian plaster are paired with terrazzo tiles by Will Cooper for Ash NYC and Astra Walker hardware in the bathrooms. While the home also heroes custom pendants by Lockerroom, sconces by Ben Mazey and ceramics by Ceri Muller.

Named Le Bateau Ivre, meaning ‘The Drunken Boat’ after the poem by French poet Arthur Rimbaud, the home is rumoured to have hosted visits from The Rolling Stones. For anyone in the market for a barefoot-bohemian meets rock ’n’ roll escape, it’s listed with Villa Prestige Properties.

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“The moment we exchanged, I was flooded with emotion (actually, I cried a lot.) Having never sold a home before, it was bittersweet – so much excitment for our growing family’s next chapter but also a sense of sadness to say goodbye,” she wrote.

“We’ve had so many significant and special life memories in this home. We brought out baby girl from the hospital when she was born to this home. We grieved Mat’s mum in this home. We laughed, cried and danced a lot in this home. So excited for us to find our forever home for our family of five.”

Eleanor has always had an eye for transformation. She shaped beauty culture for a decade through her platform Gritty Pretty (now closed), and recently launched skincare line Haleau Beauty. She also applied her discerning style closer to home — reinventing a rundown 1920s cottage in Terrigal with the kind of quiet luxury only someone fluent in beauty could achieve.

Eleanor and husband Mathew’s freshly renovated cottage, which sits on an extensive 1500 square metre block, went to market with an asking price of about $1.65 million. While the final price hasn’t been revealed yet, we’re excited to see what the beautiful home sold for.

The historic four-bedroom, two-bathroom home has farmhouse-style French doors, an established garden and level lawn, and it backs onto a bush reserve. Originally built in 1926 by Mackinley Pickett, descendant of the Picketts Valley family, who first settled in the area in the 1800s, the 100-year-old home has been lovingly restored with Eleanor’s discerning style. New cladding, new and restored timber floors, a herringbone-pattern brick patio and colonial-style windows, brass tapware and generous storage all elevate this stunning home.

The grounds

The flat 1500 metre square property  is brimming with citrus trees, including finger limes, as well as bananas and loquats, mature magnolias, frangipanis and purple wisteria.

For Eleanor, the garden is the true magic of the property. “Our kids absolutely love running through the garden and running through the vegetable garden, eating mulberries off the tree,” she says in a video she posted on Instagram. With its mix of established trees, productive raised beds and wide lawns, the garden carries the romance of acreage. “We just love that the whole property has this beautiful acreage feel without the acreage maintenance.”

A facelift

Eleanor and husband Mathew moved out of their Freshwater apartment in late 2020 and up to the Central Coast, where they both grew up and still have family. They discovered this unoccupied, rundown cottage on an old fruit orchard. The purple fibro house with red iron roof was dilapidated, but the couple fell in love with its ‘bones’ and sprawling garden.

Once a jumble of fibro and tired finishes, MacKinley Cottage is now a coastal-country gem with fresh white walls, natural timber, and generous windows that capture leafy views. With its ornamental vine-covered pergola, it’s the kind of garden that encourages barefoot play and long afternoons outdoors.

Mid renovation, Eleanor and Mathew’s builder, Luke, discovered wood rot in a small area of the cottage that included the current office and laundry, so those sections were demolished and reframed, and new piers were erected underneath that part of the structure.

Sydney-based interior designer Folk Studio pulled together a modern farmhouse design for the new laundry. Meanwhile, underneath the “very questionable carpet” throughout the rest of the home, as Eleanor described it in an interview with Inside Out, beautiful original hardwood timber floors were uncovered in one area of the house.

Why now?

“They love the space they’ve got, but now they would like a bit more,” explains Real Estate agent Matthew Farrugia, with LJ Hooker Terrigal, who is selling Eleanor and Mathew’s home. He says the Central Coast property ladder typically goes two ways from a house like MacKinley Cottage. “People either want more land and space, or something closer to the beach with views,” he says.

Matthew confirms that the house is just a stone’s throw from Jen Hawkins, who bought a $6 million Central Coast “knockdown” nearby in 2022.

Speaking of his client’s next step, Matthew says “they’re looking for that two-and-a-half-acre big home, more of a farm land sort of feel, maybe some chickens and some farm animals for the kids to enjoy. Just that next step in the similar lifestyle”.,

For Eleanor, though, the move might be bittersweet. Commenting on Instagram, where she posted a video about her Terrigal house sale, she says it’s “the most special home, filled with lifelong memories – now ready for her next chapter with new owners”.

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Buddy and Jesinta Franklin have sold their Mediterranean-style mansion for an undisclosed sum. After purchasing in 2022 for a record $8.75m, the couple listed the showstopping home in July 2024, only to take it off the market. Now, after just 60 days on the market with a new campaign, the young family have kicked a real estate goal and can move on to their next chapter.

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Inside Buddy and Jesinta Franklin’s home

We tour the luxury villa and discover designer Dominee’s original vision for this alluring contemporary dwelling.

Frequent movers Dominee and her family may be, but they weren’t even contemplating calling the removalists when someone knocked on the door of their previous property and asked if they’d consider selling. Serendipitously, a block in the same street but set at a higher elevation – delivering spectacular 180-degree views of the coast – became available, and the decision was made. “It’s quite rare to get this type of view here,” explains Dominee. “We weren’t really ready to move or leave, and I had nothing in my head design-wise yet, but we hit the ground running and pulled it together.”

Who lived here? Dominee, a designer and interior stylist, and her husband Ben, a builder; their daughters Macey, 10, and Willow, eight; plus dogs Chip and Snickers.

Favourite room in this house? Dominee: “I do love the kitchen! And that front lounge room is just absolutely beautiful, so lit with sunshine.”

Anything you would do differently? “After living in this house for more than nine months, there is honestly still nothing that I’ve found that has annoyed me.”

The couple speedily constructed a small guest house on the block to live in while they planned and built their new place. Working around other client projects, the couple’s own build took just over two years, with Dominee using the guest house as a tester for new ideas and finishes she was keen to try on the main, five-bedroom, seven-bathroom home. “Because of the block, we had the opportunity to execute all the elements I’d always wanted in a home,” says Dominee, who worked closely with building designer Reece Keil on the project. “I’ve been able to create things like really big hallways, and built-in linen cupboards which are all concealed up the hallway. People who come to visit don’t even know we’ve got linen cupboards because they’re all hidden!”

It’s a large house – the biggest Dominee and Ben have ever built – so the interior design required careful thought and planning. The kitchen area is balanced with a spectacular island – more curves! – with the working zones hidden away in a full-sized butler’s pantry.

“The kitchen was quite the undertaking,” says Dominee. “That island took three months to make, and it took eight men to carry in the benchtop!” Polytec thermolaminated cabinetry in ‘Estella Oak’ forms a quiet backdrop to the show-stopping half-moon island, which is faced in fluted Super White Dolomite marble tiles sourced through Teranova. The CDK Stone benchtop and its integrated sinks are in the same colour of marble, balanced with brass tapware from Brodware. The sweet wall lights are ‘Duomo Piccolo’ sconces in brass finish from Nightworks Studio.

As a counterpoint to the expanses of concrete, Dominee chose swathes of curtaining to screen the windows, dark timber for the floors, and brass finishes for the lighting, tapware and balustrade that borders the upper hallway. “That bridge actually connects to our bedroom, so I didn’t want it to be black and severe,” she explains. “I thought it had to be brass. It’s aging and patinating absolutely beautifully.”

The whole effect adds up to a space that’s light, bright and tactile. “A lot of people walk in the house and they want to touch everything,” says Dominee. “Barely anyone walks over that bridge without touching the railing, and I love that!”

In the main bedroom a vaulted tunnel separates the bathroom and walk-in wardrobe from the bedroom. “Ben gets up early, so I decided to bring in an element of separation between the bedroom and bathroom,” explains Dominee. “I just don’t want to hear a tap turn on at 5am!” The four-metre custom headboard in an ivory boucle finish is by Create Estate. The side table came from Trit House.

In the ensuite floor-to-ceiling sheers from The Curtain and Blind Company screen the windows behind the circular stone bath from Reece. A Saardé Home ‘Vintage Wash’ bath sheet from Kira & Kira is artfully draped over the bath adding colour and texture to the space while vases of blooms brings the outdoors in.

Warm metal hues, a softer, more mellow look than black, are having a design moment. Dominee has embraced them in this home, opting for elements such as lighting and tapware in a brass finish. “All of our windows are black, but I didn’t want any strong black features inside the home,” she explains. Visit nightworksstudio.com and brodware.com

Outside, Dominee describes the style of the home as “luxury Mediterranean” thanks to its restrained palette, lime-rendered walls, and series of graceful arches. Planters on the upper storey spill trailing plants over the exterior and there’s abundant greenery dotted around the pool. “Plants instantly elevate everything,” she says.

Design/decorating: The Open Home, @theopenhome_
Building: Tidal Constructions, 0408 705 579, tidalconstructions.com
Building designer: Reece Keil, reecekeildesign.com.au
Furniture: Estilo Studio, estilostudio.com.au

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The couple bought the property in an off-market deal in November 2024 and had a delayed settlement which was recently revealed on property records a year later. The previous owners held it for almost three decades and paid just $990,000 for it, so the area’s property prices have certainly boomed in that time period. The settlement of the home is perfect timing as Pat and Becky Cummins are back from their stint in London for Pat’s cricketing commitments.

Family time is as important as ever as the couple welcomed a daughter to their brood, Edi, who was born in February 2025. She joins big brother Albie, 4, who was born in 2021. The captain of the Australian cricket team is currently recovering from a back injury but has hopes to return to playing in the second Ashes Test in December, with some rest points during the series.

The family currently live in a five-bedroom Victorian home they bought in 2021 for $9.3 million. With Becky having a background in interior design, no doubt the pair have big plans to put their own spin on their new place. 

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Planning the rebuild

As soon as the place was theirs, Justine called her best friend Ky Drury, founder of interior-design firm Studio Haus Co, who helped hone the vision for a modern Mediterranean-style home. “Like most projects, navigating council approvals took longer than expected, particularly given the home’s large footprint,” says Ky.

It was a team effort, with Lowi Interiors taking care of the spatial planning, Studio Haus Co overseeing material selections and styling, and Pro Design Building managing the build. Rebuilding rather than renovating allowed them to completely transform the home’s functionality and aesthetic.

Style behind the design

To embrace a modern Mediterranean style, Justine maximised the home’s natural light with soaring living area ceilings up to four metres high and designed the spaces to create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The open-plan dining, living and kitchen zones provide places for spreading out and coming together, while the bedrooms and bathrooms feature luxury furnishings and tactile finishes to cement their haven-like status.

Renovation budget breakdown

Justine and Andrew had a budget in mind for this rebuild, but admit that, like many projects during the Covid period, this figure blew out slightly due to supply chain challenges and material availability.

The overall total spend of $1,120,000 covered approximately $50,000 in demolition costs, $396,000 for the building, plumbing and electrical works, $142,000 for the luxe steel doors, $200,000 for joinery, $45,000 for the architect, $60,000 for interior consultations, $21,000 for the home’s tapware, $40,000 for the appliances and $20,000 for the landscaping, which Andrew did himself.

“We made a last-minute decision to upgrade to porcelain benchtops, which added to the cost, but the result was worth it and the finished product exceeded our expectations,” shares Justine.

Living and dining

Upon entering the home, visitors’ eyes are drawn to the dramatic four-metre-high ceilings with exposed beams. The formal dining area makes a statement with a Casa Blanco ‘Bullet’ dining table and Croft House ‘Sierra’ chairs, a ‘Willow’ rug from Armadillo, custom leather pendants sourced from Bali and a Coco Republic mirror. An artwork by Sophia Lind rests on the shelves above the bar area.

The living space is designed for comfort and entertaining with two ‘Sidney Slouch’ chaises from Globe West, an Armadillo ‘Corsica’ rug and a Casa Blanco ‘Palazzo’ rectangle coffee table around the Paul Agnew Designs fireplace. “Mercadier Cocomilk microcement features on the built-in seating, entertainment unit and shelving, adding texture and cohesion,” says Ky.

The kitchen’s Bora S Pure Induction Cooktop with Integrated Extractor also gets a nod, while Andrew enjoys the statement Paul Agnew Designs fireplace. “Coming home to our new place fills us with so much joy.”

The sign of a well-executed project is when the homeowner declares, “It’s hard to choose just one favourite thing!” But when pressed, Justine names a few highlights. “I adore my walk-in wardrobe – it’s divine and even has built-in speakers, making getting ready a joy,” she says.

The window seat in the walk-in wardrobe is upholstered in Mokum ‘Pueblo’ jute fabric from James Dunlop Textiles, and the ‘Fikile’ chair is from Uniqwa Collections. 

Renovation lessons learnt

While this wasn’t the first home that Justine and Andrew have built together, they were reminded of the importance of surrounding themselves with the right people. “Having our dream team in place meant no costly mistakes and the process felt collaborative rather than stressful,” says Justine.

“Along the way, the inevitable challenges were quickly resolved because everyone was just a phone call away.” Being flexible helped as well, as it meant the couple were able to quickly make alternative decisions when things weren’t going to plan.

The abode’s relaxed living zones flow outside, where an outdoor kitchen and alfresco meals area are made for entertaining. The dining table and chairs are from Uniqwa Collections. Cushions from Eadie Lifestyle dot the built-in seating for added comfort.

“He loves spending time in the garden, while I love cooking, so it’s a house that truly suits both our passions.” — Justine, homeowner

Bedrooms and bathrooms

A ‘Scala’ bath from ABI Interiors takes pride of place in the main ensuite bathroom. Studio Haus Co selected bejmat natural clay floor tiles from Di Lorenzo Tiles, and the vanity is in Mercadier microcement in Cocomilk and Dekton from Cosentino.

The downstairs bathroom sports ‘Superclassica SCB Beige’ floor tiles from House of Surfaces and ‘Bianca Casa’ mini bejmat wall tiles from Di Lorenzo Tiles. The wall lights were sourced from Gypset Cargo. 

Plush textures, such as in the Ravello bed linen, reign in the bedroom. ‘Cloud’ pendants from Ochre & Silk and a Uniqwa Collections ‘Sweni’ bench continue the look.

Source Book

Material selection & styling Studio Haus Co, studiohausco.com
Spatial planning Lowi Interiors, lowi.com.au
Builder Pro Design Building, prodesignbuilding.com.au

Joinery Trend Joinery, trendjoinery.com.au

Microcement Bespoke Plaster Finishes, bespokeplasterfinishes.au

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“It breaks our hearts but unfortunately we have decided to let go of our beloved Jimmy Doo Farm,” they shared on Instagram on November 9, 2025. “Now that our lives are based here in Byron Bay it’s just proven to be really challenging for us to get there as often as we would like being so far away.”

Orginally known as Krystal Forscutt by the Australian public, the former influencer gained a following after appearing on one of the earlier seasons of Australian Big Brother in 2006. Since then, Krystal has proven her chops in the building and interior styling game, working alongside Neil who has also put in the hard yakka. Together, they’ve established Futureflip as “a multi-award winning design and construction company, specialising in luxury new homes across Sydney and the South Coast”.

The couple’s other well-known stays are Bunker Byron and Banks at Byron, both in Byron Bay. Their signature aesthetic is minimalist and industrial, with poured and polished concrete, softened with timber. 

So while they’re selling Jimmy Doo farm, they still have a lot happening. The parents-of-three have held the property for the past four years, having announced “we bought a farm” on May 20, 2021. They shared their times at the picturesque place with their many followers, as well as making it available for people to stay. The spacious retreat sleeps up to 16 people and is close to all the go-to NSW winter holiday destinations, including Jindabyne, Thredbo and Perisher. 

Just as you’d expect from the experienced builders, the farmhouse is impressively designed. It’s cosy and charming on the inside, with five bedrooms, four bathrooms and all the modern conveniences of a luxury snow stay. Outside, there’s an expansive hardwood deck with a hot tub, sauna, pizza oven and barbecue to enjoy alongside the view.

Despite their other properties being equally impressive, this is understandably a hard one for them to let go of. “Some of our most treasured family memories have been made here over the years and to say it will be missed is a massive understatement but we know that it’s time for us to set her free…” they shared. 

The auction will take place at 6.30pm on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 and is listed with Nick Kirshner.

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Inside Bec Judd’s Arthurs Seat home

Bec unveiled the stunning “country ranch” on social media with interiors by her own design studio, RJ Home. The transformation was shocking, and all completed in a mere 3.5 months. “I just had a very clear vision,” says Bec of the feat. “I wanted to create a modern Australiana bush vibe, that was anchored with stunning stones we hadn’t seen before.” Her signature modern aesthetic is evident throughout, from the stylish interiors to the carefully curated finishes. The three-bedroom, three-bathroom retreat is now a far cry from the modest, uninspiring brick home that once stood in its place.

Outside, the landscaping is just as jaw-dropping as the interiors. Working alongside Nathan Burkett Landscape Architecture and The Melbourne Builder, Bec ensured the property’s natural beauty took centre stage. A sprawling alfresco entertaining area and a circular plunge pool complete the picture, creating a luxurious yet relaxed escape. “Nathan is a brilliant creative,” Bec gushes. “When you give a creative free rein to do whatever they want, you bring the best out of them. And that’s exactly what Nathan did. He’s used the undulating hills and the curves in the property to really dictate his design and you can see that through the circular connecting elements of the garden, from the pool to the central olive tree to the curved out firepit area.”

What were your goals with this renovation?

Bec: “It’s a 70’s flat roof house but I wanted it to have an Australiana bush vibe with, like I said, accents and flair and gorgeous stone. To get that bush vibe we also used a timber veneer all over the joinery which was also layered with a VJ. So lots of texture, lots of layers. I wanted everywhere you looked to feel textural, and to feel like there were elevated design elements throughout.”

Where did you get inspiration from?

“I think I probably got it from me. I just had a very clear vision.”

What were your must-haves?

“A gorgeous huge, modular sofa. The Trit House one from Tolv is absolutely stunning. A big dining table which was anchored by a stunning ‘Bell’ lamp as well. I wanted one big island bench and all of the appliances to be integrated. I hate seeing chords so everything had to be hidden. The kettle, the microwave, the fridge, the air conditioning unit – everything was integrated. The only appliance I left on the bench was the Sanremo ‘Cube’ coffee machine, which we had custom powder coated in River Gum Beige by Dulux. That is a stunning coffee machine and deserved to have pride of place on the kitchen bench.”

What should people ask when designing a holiday home?

“You’ve really got to think about entertaining and where you’ll be spending your time as a family. Will you be having other families and guests visiting? If so, where are they going to sit? What does the family dynamic look like? Where are they going to eat? Where are you going to entertain? Even with the pool, make sure there’s enough room in the pool to accommodate the maximum amount of people you can have staying in the house. It was really getting that flow through the house right, having the bedrooms away from all the entertaining and just kind of thinking about the context in which we would use the house and bringing that to life so it’s all seamless when you’re using the house.”

Favourite material and favourite furniture?

“I went into Signorino and selected their ‘Patagonia’ quartzite which is this incredible lilac, grey and taupe with some gold veining through it, so really beautiful to style with. So I anchored the living spaces with that and then built a beautiful warm, light oak palette around that. We did a thicker farm leg on the island bench to give that country feel. And beautiful oak flooring and of course we accentuated that Australiana bush vibe with gorgeous oak pieces from Trit House, like the Ethnicraft dining table and sideboard.”

What advice would you give to other renovators?

“My number one tip is to make sure you choose from selections that are already in the country if you want to do something quickly. I always choose fixtures, fittings and appliances that are already in the country and I managed to complete this project in about 3.5 months. That was because I went for fixtures, fittings, appliances that were already in stock, in the warehouse, in Victoria.”

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The newly built apartment features sea views and luxurious contemporary interiors. An open-plan living, kitchen and dining area is the designated heart of the home, opening out onto a protected balcony with views of the ocean. The kitchen boasts a luxurious stone island, premium Miele appliances, and a spacious butler’s pantry, while two of the three bedrooms are complemented by sumptuous ensuites.

Beside its beachside location, the apartment’s big drawcard comes from its resort-style amenities, including a pool, steam room, yoga garden, gym, private lounge, concierge, in-residence dining, housekeeping, 24-hour security and valet. The Mondrian Residences even offers a courtesy car that will take you to and from the airport.

Despite these services and the attractive beachside location, the couple are reportedly wanting to make the move back to Sydney to be closer to family. Before their move to the Gold Coast, the family called Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs home and completed a stylish renovation of their former family home.

With the couple’s elegant taste, we’re excited to see where their next move takes them. You can find the full listing on realestate.com.au.

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The vacant site opened them up to a world of new build possibilities but it was the vistas of surrounding plains and bays that sealed the deal. “We drove to the top of the hill and got a glimpse of the view… That was enough for us,” says Kirsten.

Who lives here?

Model Kirsten Stanley, her husband, AFL ruckman Rhys Stanley, and their three children, Jagger, seven, Sloane, five, and Hudson, two.
What do you love most in the home? Kirsten: “The open-plan living space where we can all enjoy spending time together as a family. We love watching the kids run around in that room.”
What’s on your Christmas menu? “Christmas ham, prawns, crayfish (if we’re in WA), homemade gingerbread houses and pavlova.”
Favourite Christmas tradition? “Santa sacks around the fireplace, the kids making milk and a plate full of carrots for Santa and the reindeer, and our glazed Christmas ham.”

Kirsten and Rhys Stanley’s new build process

Every part of the build process was inspired by the locale, from the open design of the family home to the material palette. And with Tanya Love-Hallihan, principal of Studio Hallihan, at the helm, this organic beauty took shape.

After a delay due to Covid, construction began in February 2022, aided by the couple’s clear vision. They imposed a strict “no white walls” rule, with a European take on farmhouse style that infused the space with warmth. Of the must-haves, Kirsten lists “large windows, open-plan kitchen for entertaining and hardy materials to handle a busy family”. A generously sized north-facing window, with a built-in day bed across the base, maximises views underneath a vaulted ceiling that stretches up to 6.4 metres.

Those soaring heights certainly come in handy at Christmastime, allowing for a tall tree and strategic placement of baubles. “The kids seem to take as many decorations off as they put on, especially Huddi, so we need to put the majority of them up high and out of reach,” admits Kirsten.

The flexibility of the space is something that Kirsten and Rhys appreciate most. The home’s design suits them in this season of life but will also grow with them, nurturing all the stages to come. This is especially true during the holidays. For now, the focus is on an unbridled excitement for Santa Claus, while for Kirsten the greatest gift is simple: “The pure joy the kids experience and seeing it written all over their faces.”

Inside Kirsten and Rhys Stanley’s Christmas traditions

This year will ring in their second Christmas in the home, where festivities begin with a family outing.

“We have a few local Christmas tree growers so we go and cut down a tree with the kids,” shares Kirsten, who adds that this adventure creates memories while enhancing the indoor-outdoor connection they’ve fostered in the home. “The smell of a natural tree adds a nice touch to the festive season.”

While the family didn’t have a chance to do the annual hunt for a real tree at the time of Home Beautiful’s visit, it’s still a special part of their traditions.

Kirsten says they often spend Christmas Day at her family’s holiday home, but they still love to entertain in the summer months.

Guests spread out in the spacious kitchen, living and dining area, starting off with platters on the island bench before moving on to “dinner around the dining table and wines in front of the fireplace”.

Leaving treats out for Santa Claus

Christmas and Santa Claus are synonymous in Kirsten and Rhys Stanley’s household. As such, the respective model and AFL ruckman notice exclusively nice list behaviour from their young children in the months leading up to the day.

Decorating the Christmas tree

Kirsten prefers a palette of greens and golds. As such, a fairly traditional festive scheme of warm whites, sparkly golds and soothing neutrals mixes in with tactile touches befitting the modern farmhouse style.

The ‘Noelle’ LED Christmas tree is paired with gold ‘Noelle’ baubles and drop baubles, in a vintage finish, all from Provincial Home Living, as well as an assortment of ‘Lucia’ decorations from Mediterranean Markets.

But Kirsten and Rhys Stanley are not adverse to trends. An oversized bow graced their front door last year (tied by Rhys who has an unexpected knack for this task), and the children each paint a bauble for the tree every year.

The Christmas table setting

The dining table feels abundant, draped in L&M Home’s ‘Terrace’ tablecloth in Oatmeal. This creates a neutral base for an assortment of festive cheer.

A mix of Robert Gordon ‘Haven Heart’ tumblers and the family’s own wine glasses are ready for tipples. Each place setting features a set of Robert Gordon ‘Nest’ plates beside ‘Nolan’ cutlery in Soft Gold from Country Road. L&M Home’s ‘Riviera’ striped napkins in Jade are neatly clasped in ‘Haven’ napkin rings from Country Road.

Tour Kirsten and Rhys Stanley’s modern farmhouse

Where better to await a visit from Saint Nick than a daybed? The custom design by Studio Hallihan stretches across the length of the vast window, taking in views that stretch to the horizon. “Anchoring these views… was our core design objective,” says Studio Hallihan principal and interior designer, Tanya Love-Hallihan, who adds that they create an effect like a large artwork of slow-moving colour.

“Creating a home with views was always part of the plan. We think about how lucky we are every day” – Kirsten Stanley

Living

An organic palette grounds the home and deepens the connection between the interior and exterior. “Our materials were selected for their tactile qualities, natural imperfections and resilience,” says Tanya. Timber beams from Simply Oregon highlight the vaulted ceiling, while a dramatically veined Calacatta Viola marble from Artedomus graces the kitchen island and benchtops. Even the timber coffee table from MCM House is topped with a generous slab of travertine. This palette of natural materials is at once rustic and luxe, tactile and elegant.

An earthy colour palette complements the rural appeal, including the olive green MCM House sofa, topped with ochre-toned cushions and a ‘Matteo’ wool and silk lumbar cushion from L&M Home. “Stone washed linen, heavy woollen textures and classic stripes provide a timeless design and textures that sit comfortably in the rural property,” says Tanya of the soft furnishings. Beyond the living room, the MCM House ‘Galleria’ armless dining chairs in Caramel Rattan maximise views of rolling hills.

Hallway

Tactile touches abound with a custom plinth from Friday Crafted and the family’s console table.

Sloane’s bedroom

The ‘Beatrix’ bedhead from McMullin ensures Sloane will nestle all snug in her bed. Society of Wanderers’ linen curtains softly filter sunlight on walls finished in Porter’s Paints Moonstone, with a band of Himalayan Salt above.

Jagger’s bedroom

It’s a blue Christmas thanks to walls in Porter’s Paints Newport Blue, complete with built-in niches for beloved books.

The ‘Luella’ bedhead from Heatherly Design adds a classic touch, paired with the ‘Sumba’ wall light by Faro Lab from Lighting Collective. But the most exciting feature is the presents, all wrapped and stacked on the bedside table.

Guest bedroom

Soft florals envelop the guest bedroom thanks to the Thibaut ‘Rosalind’ wallpaper in Beige.

These warm tones are complemented by luscious layers of linen. This includes the ‘Aspen’ blanket in Natural from In The Sac and ‘Etro’ cushions in Toffee from L&M Home.

Main bathroom

Subtle variations in the ‘Rosso’ mosaic tumbled tiles from Gather Co add movement beside Astra Walker tapware.

Source book

Architecture & interior design: Studio Hallihan, studiohallihan.com.

Builder: Homes by NH, homesbynh.com.au.

Joinery: Windsor Kitchens, windsorkitchens.com.au; Hammer & Stone, hammerandstoneworkroom.com.

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Where does Robert Irwin live?

At just 21 years old, Robert has embraced the global spotlight but the norm for him isn’t waking up in a plush L.A penthouse or New York apartment. He’s usually rising bright and early at his family’s base at Australia Zoo, in Beerwah on Australia’s Sunshine Coast. “Robert and his family live right here at Australia Zoo,” says the zoo’s official bio.

Life at home in the zoo

Living at the 1200-plus animal strong zoo means sharing the property with everything from chickens to crocodiles. Robert shared his morning routine: “I usually get woken up as the sun comes up, let the chickens out and collect their eggs … By that time, I can start to hear the lemurs waking up too!” he said. “I live at the zoo, so my job is technically 24/7.”

From ballroom moves to reptile shows

Robert may have won over hearts internationally, but his home turf remains at Australia Zoo, where he’s continuing his dad’s legacy. In a 2025 interview Robert reflected: “It’s where I feel his energy and his passion more than anywhere else.”

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It was reported that the couple, whose children have grown, were no longer in need of such a large estate and were ready to downsize. While their new penthouse apartment might be grander than most apartments, it’s certainly a downsize from their former 3214-square-metre estate.

The penthouse apartment is located on the top floor of a harbour view apartment block locally known as ‘The Castle.’ Positioned at the end of Mosman’s Curraghbeena Point, the apartment offers panoramic views of Sydney Harbour from its interiors and private rooftop terrace.

Inside, their apartment features an open-plan layout with a sunny kitchen and living area, four bedrooms with private balconies and a spacious media room. The exteriors are just as impressive; this building is made of heritage-protected sandstone and features a recognisable turret.

The building was originally built for the extended family of federal member of parliament Henry Hastings Willis, and over the years has been used as a private home, hotel, boarding house and artist community.

According to the AFR, Lisa and Peter purchased the home from Susan and Mark Luby, the former CEO of Alesco Corp. The Luby’s purchased the couple of 2.85 million in 2003.

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Who lives here?

Alyce Tran, co-founder of In The Roundhouse and brand strategist at LTK Australia.

What do you love most about it? “I like how there are clearly defined zones, so if I’m working from home or in my bedroom I feel away from the rest of the house.”
What are your go-to festive table colours? “I tend to stick with pinks and greens but I’m loving rich bold colours at the moment. I’m styling with our latest collections.”
How do you help guests feel instantly comfortable? “Hand them a drink and give them something to do so they’re not awkwardly hovering while I run around.”

Some might say hustle is Alyce’s holiday tradition. “I’ve grown up in a household where the Christmas period has always been really busy for my family,” she shares. “My parents had a strawberry farm, and summer is strawberry season so it’s a really busy time. I think one year my mum moved Christmas for our entire extended family. She was like, ‘We’re going to work on Christmas Day ’cause we have to, and we will just move the day.’”

That pragmatic streak extended to Alyce and her home search. “I was in a small LA terrace before this and I just wanted to have more space, more light,” she explains. It was mid-2021, and the pandemic had encouraged her to slow down, much like it did for all of us. “Spending time at home became more of an emphasis because prior to this I was just working like a crazy person.”

Initially, Alyce considered properties needing renovations. “I was very seriously thinking about going down that route.” But hearing friends’ warnings about the challenges of building, she decided against it. Then she found an idyllic turnkey residence.

Located in a vibrant inner-Sydney suburb, it was exactly where and what Alyce realised she wanted. “I thought, ‘Okay, well everything is kind of done.’” It offered an elegant foundation and she’s since added her own touch through furnishings. “It wasn’t like everything was bought for this house,” she explains. “There were just some things from Jardan, others I’ve had for a long time.”

Her space displays an intuitive way with colour, though Alyce downplays any styling talent. “When I look at the interiors of houses that have been done by someone, I don’t think by any stretch of the imagination my house is styled,” she says. “It has things in it, versus someone who’s had their house styled by Smac Studio or Tamsin Johnson or Phoebe Nicol – someone with training in this space.”

As 2025 draws to a close, her workdays are ramping up with new In The Roundhouse releases that aren’t overtly festive but embrace the silly season’s hues. “Every colour scheme will be covered,” she shares. “We have traditional colourways, like green and white, red and white. Then we have things that are more Northern Hemisphere festive vibes, like those darker, richer colours.”

The tastemaker may have many plates spinning, but at home she’s low-key. Her favourite spot to relax? “I very rarely go downstairs,” she says. “I just watch TV in my bed.” And when the retail rush is over, she’ll be ready for a break. “It’s a sense of relief,” she says.

Dining area

In the playfully polished dining space, a custom-made Lucy Wheen table is paired with McMullin ‘Henrietta’ chairs while a pink petal-shaped Murano glass chandelier adds a romantic glow. When it comes to decorating, Alyce mixes fun festive touches with fresh florals from the markets. “If you don’t know what you’re doing with flower arrangements, like me, just keep to block colours in one type,” she suggests. Steering away from traditional Christmas tones, Alyce prefers to play off what’s new and inspiring at In The Roundhouse, such as their latest Romeo + Jules collaboration.

Living room

When guests visit, Alyce’s living room is where they naturally gather. It’s a playful mix of collected pieces and curated colour. A bright yellow Ligne Roset ‘Togo’ loveseat anchors the space, while soft pink accents – like in the Rick Carlino artwork above the fireplace – add a gentle, feminine touch.

The coffee table is styled with colourful books and fresh blooms, alongside In The Roundhouse’s ‘The End’ side plates and green and striped spoons, blending function with effortless style.

Bedroom

In one of the bedrooms, soft lilac tones create a serene retreat. The ‘Hatepe’ photographic artwork by Derek Henderson features a captivating sea of hydrangea heads, its hue echoed in the bed cover from The Bespoke Linen Co. A Hay bedside lamp and an Aphrodite statue from Mercer & Lewis sit alongside other collected pieces, adding sculptural elegance and texture.

We love… fashion as decor

It’s fun when fashion finds its way into interiors, and for style devotee Alyce, it feels only fitting. Her bed is dressed with ‘Remnants of Chanel’ cushions from The Bespoke Linen Co., handcrafted by textile artist Melise Smith using the iconic brand’s signature tweeds. Each limited-edition piece gives new life to Chanel’s past collections.

Wardrobe

In Alyce’s wardrobe, Chanel, Fendi and Loewe bags sit like stylish friends beside Bottega Veneta sunglasses and heels that would make any fashion lover weak at the knees.

Bathroom

Simplicity meets luxury in the bathroom with a mirrored cabinet, marble vanity and white finger tiles. A Loewe product and fresh florals elevate the space.

Office

Alyce’s light-filled office is a calming space where work and style go hand in hand. “I spend about a day a week on In The Roundhouse. Some is spent at home, on small shoots or at our warehouses,” she says.

Terrace

Outside, the dining table is laid for summer with In The Roundhouse’s wicker dining set, matching glassware and beige-and-white cutlery.

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Their much-loved home, Ingleneuk, is an architectural delight. It’s a Federation beauty that was built in 1903, perched high above the harbour. It’s set on 3,214 square metres of manicured gardens designed by Will Dangar. Both history and heart combine here. It’s where Lisa and Peter raised their three children – sons Jake and Louis, and daughter Billi – who are now grown and living their own lives.

Over the years, the estate has played host to everything from intimate family barbecues to glittering parties, with Sydney Harbour as the backdrop.

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A home of grandeur

On the market for only the second time in its 122-year history, Ingleneuk comes with a $23 million price guide. Renovated under the eye of renowned heritage architect Clive Lucas, the transformation was award-winning, balancing heritage charm with contemporary elegance.

Inside, the home is filled with light and intricate leadlighting adorns the front entrance, while hardwood floors meet marble accents.

The entertainer’s kitchen has welcomed guests ranging from celebrity cook Nigella Lawson to the couple’s many media-world friends. Formal lounge and dining rooms are warmed with twin fireplaces, while the parents’ retreat offers a sunroom, dressing rooms, ensuite and private balcony with uninterrupted harbour views.

The grounds

Beyond the walls, Ingleneuk has equally impressive landscaping. A full-sized tennis court, heated pool and spa with cabana, and wide verandahs looking out to the harbour make it the perfect place to entertain. The former coach house outside was reimagined as a home theatre, gym or teenage retreat, while a current DA allows scope for a new triple garage, studio and garden room.

Why now?

With their children grown, the high-profile couple reportedly no longer need such a vast estate. What they leave behind is a home that has been the place of birthdays and milestones, with a fresh new chapter lying ahead.

On the market

Lisa and Peter’s long-time family home in Cremorne, Sydney, has been sold through Brad Pillinger (Pillinger) and Monika Tu (Black Diamondz).

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Who lives here?

Jenny, who works in theatre, and her cat, Smeagol.
Favourite things?
Jenny: “My travertine kitchen bench. I love the wave patterns – they’re a neutral in colour, but not in feeling. I love my lighting fixtures – every lighting fixture was chosen to be a theatrical element in that room.”
Where do you spend your time?
“I meal prep on the weekend, so I’ll spend hours in the kitchen with the TV on making food for the week ahead, so it is great to have a big island and tons of bench space. When relaxing, I’ll curl up with Smeagol and read a book.”

From 2011, she moved to New York for a decade. On her return, the terrace looked tired and its granite benches and black bathrooms dated. Its quirks had begun to jar. Another bugbear of the 1980s extension was that the kitchen and main bedroom were not level with the original floors. But least welcome of all the issues was rising damp. Jenny called in architect and interior designer Brooke Aitken of Brooke Aitken Design to help.

In her brief to Brooke and colleague Vivian Ma in 2021, as well as ironing out those quirks Jenny wanted a main bedroom retreat, by turning the main bathroom into a luxurious ensuite. An ensuite and walk-in robe in the second bedroom would become a guest bathroom. The study and attic had to double as guest rooms. “It was really important that I had very comfortable fold-out couches in my study and the attic,” says Jenny. And she specified pops of funky colour throughout.

Generous walls ensure gallery space for Jenny’s artworks. “The family collects art and it’s an integral part of their lives,” says Brooke. “This was an unwritten part of the brief. We have given her an extensive canvas for her art.” Pops of red, Jenny’s favourite colour, are like dabs of paint on that canvas. “We used wild colours in the living room rug, the dining room pendant, the swivel armchair, the courtyard and the powder room,” says Brooke.

“It feels so homely,” says Vivian. “Jenny is surrounded by her much-loved objects and pops of colour.

Kitchen

“It was really important that the home felt welcoming.” Jenny, homeowner.

Dining

Despite being a terrace with no windows along the sides, there is plenty of light flooding into this home owned by Jenny who works in theatre – thanks in part to skylights that allow light to stream down from above. The light’s progress is helped even further by a cutout in the nib wall beside the living and dining area.

Main bedroom and ensuite

WE LOVE…funky wallpaper

Don’t always play it safe if you want decor that sings, as the walls in the main bedroom prove. “The builders weren’t sure about that custom swirly wallpaper from Maak Home and said, ‘Are you sure this is going to work?’” confesses Brooke. But neither she nor Jenny were deterred. “Yes, it was incredibly risky, but it works.”

Instead of being a shared bathroom, this ensuite is now Jenny’s personal space, due to a tweaking of the floor plan.

Study/guest bedroom

The ‘Fire Dreaming’ artwork, by Alison Anderson Nampitjinpa Nelson creates an aura of cosy warmth in the study. A ‘Polly’ desk from Workshopped and Kett ‘Karm’ chair from Cosh
Living sit under a stylish ‘Nelson Saucer Crisscross Bubble’ pendant from Living Edge. The Rill + Stone ‘Summer Blue’ rug, Arte ‘Gioco’ textured wallpaper from Unique Fabrics and ‘Contour Piece’ metal
sculpture from Ferm Living complement the original fireplace. Doors in Dulux Murray Red.

Source book

Architecture & interior design Brooke Aitken Design, brookeaitkendesign.com.au
Builder Sydney Renovation Specialists, 0420 312 141
Joinery Styline Kitchens, stylinekitchens.com.au

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