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This may be a simple home consisting of essentially a box with a gabled roof, but the beauty is in the simplicity of it. A burnished stucco exterior, metal roof, Douglas fir framed windows, and a central double height living space make it feel grand and soooo bright and airy. I loooove the large steel trellis added at the back of the house for some much needed shade. Modern, minimal and really cool. Designed by Side Angle Side for photographer Casey Dunn (his photos, obviously).

I needed a break for the mostly horrible castle decor and annoying watermarks so I went to a trusted source for amazing interiors within historic structures, Inigo, and spotted this absolutely gorgeous Gothic 4 bedroom home in Walmer, Kent (home of designer Sue Timney). Striking decorated gables, Gothic windows and a pointed three-arched veranda speak to its early history. Inside, its voluminous internal footprint of 3,400 sq ft is dotted with fine original features including built-in glazed cabinetry and ornamental carpentry. I love the the gothic architecture is enhanced within the interiors but with some wood and brown/earthy spaces to make it a little less “goth”. That veranda is to die for. Looooove this.

Bassano is the transformation and combination of two cabins in Red Hill to create a luxurious retreat as a private suite and an artist studio. The exteriors of the cabin meet the natural landscape through a blend of pale brick and timber battens. Inside, the experience contrasts through industrial materialities and bold forms, such as in the steel spine and travertine floor tiles. Traditional ceiling beams pay homage to the region’s farmhouses, and constant views of surrounding farmland maintain a connection to the environment. A central reeded glass wall separates the two zones of the living quarters. One side contains a kitchen, breakfast nook, lounge and fireplace, while the other features the main bedroom, robe, and a centrepiece custom concrete bath dramatically illuminated by a skylight. The result is a richly textured space with a keen sense of individuality, creativity and comfort.
I really love the edgy coolness of this retreat. Not sure which is my favourite element – that statement bath/basin/skylight combo or the dark steel kitchen. Designed by Tom Robertson Architects. Interior design: Simone Haag. Photos: Derek Swalwell.

Lauren Nelson Design’s mission is to create elevated interiors that blend function and feeling. Known for balancing elevated yet approachable aesthetics, the team mixes vintage pieces with custom designs, tailored to each home. For a Tiburon gut renovation, the designers collaborated with the architect to reimagine the space, opening up the kitchen and living areas for better flow and adding rooms to suit a young family, all while incorporating rich colours, warm wood tones and soft textures.

Photography by Seth Smoot.

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 and what’s more stylish than a designer’s own offices. Smac Studio Office, Paddington, Sydney by interior architects Smac Studio.

Photography by Dave Wheeler.