It’s like I say week in week out. If you have to drag yourself into work on a weekend it helps if it’s somewhere stylish. Tan Temple, Bondi by The Make House.

“Merging playful, textural, luxurious elements, Malvern Residence III is an uplifting family home that is cleverly terraced into its leafy Malvern landscape. Fostering a sense of togetherness, it embraces the principles of Wabi Sabi – a Japanese philosophy centred around the beauty and humility of natural patina – manifesting as a sophisticated, liveable home.”

Melbourne-based Studio Tate have created an elegant, inviting family home that harmonizes with its natural surroundings.

Photography by Anson Smart.

Studio Vero, founded by Romanos Brihi and Venetia Rudebeck in 2014, has transformed this Notting Hill house into a striking, entertainment-focused space. From the entrance featuring aubergine gloss-painted woodwork and pink walls to the blue sitting and dining rooms, the mustard kitchen cabinets to the midnight blue TV room colour is the core of the design. Add in pattern from wallpaper and fabrics to the mix as well as a marriage of old and new furniture and you have a triumph of individual design.

Photography by Simon Brown.

Perched on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, the Norfolk Residence by Travis Walton redefines the beach house as a moody, luxurious hotel like retreat. The design offers sweeping views of Sorrento golf course and beyond. Inspired by the clients’ wish for contrast with their city home, the design features rich materials like off-form concrete, travertine floors and patinaed brass. The interior is a sequence of experiential moments, enhancing the atmosphere of raw luxury throughout.

Photography by Sharyn Cairns.

The Barn by Lot 1 was originally a stable on a homestead property located 10 minutes south of Berry, NSW. The clients aimed to transform it into a self-contained guest house for family and friends, including a full kitchen, laundry, dining, living area, bathroom, WC and storage. Behind the weatherboard exterior, the interior features a spacious and airy layout achieved through strategic design. A large void emphasizes the double-height ceiling and internal windows create dynamic sightlines. The spiral staircase connects two upstairs bedrooms. The design integrates stained and oiled original beams offering warmth and contrast. The kitchen’s appliances are concealed behind timber joinery. Hardwood flooring, neutral concrete, sisal carpets and linen curtains enhance comfort and luxury with a palette reflecting the natural surroundings. Upstairs, ample storage and a peach-toned curtain provide privacy and functionality, complementing the overall aesthetic.

Photography by Prue Ruscoe.