How This Bellarine Peninsula Home Makes The Most Of Its Striking Sea Views How This Bellarine Peninsula Home Makes The Most Of Its Striking Sea Views Architecture + Interiors by Christina Savopoulos Blackbutt wall cladding + timber decking. Biscuit timber floorboards by Storey Floors. Table + chairs by Tait. Sofa by Monde Studio. Noguchi Akari 1A floor lamp. Sofa by Monde Studio. Rug by Loom. Side table by Mark Tuckey. The home’s exterior is clad entirely in timber, except for the brick chimney, a feature which continues inside with the pale brick wall surrounding the fireplace. Biscuit timber floorboards by Storey Floors. Noguchi Akari 75A Pendant. Vintage dining table + chairs. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area open to a spacious deck overlooking Swan Bay. Noguchi Akari 75A Pendant. Vintage dining table + chairs. Sofa by Monde Studio. Rug by Loom. Side table by Mark Tuckey. Art by Lily Garance Bourgeois. Refined Walnut Joinery by Laminex. Belize Quartzite benchtop and splashback. Refined Walnut Joinery by Laminex. Orbital-sanded stainless steel benchtop, splashback + shelving. Noguchi Akari 75A Pendant. Bench stool by Tait. Vintage dining table + chairs. Fornace Moss Full Body Mosaic wall + floor tiles from Tiento. Refined Walnut Joinery by Laminex. Belize Quartzite benchtop and splashback. Fornace Moss Full Body Mosaic wall tile from Tiento. Orb Wall Light from Lighting Options. Hand towel by Baina. Fornace Moss Full Body Mosaic wall + floor tiles from Tiento. Noguchi Akari 45A Pendant. Bedding by Sheet Society. Rug by Loom. Bath mat by Baina. Refined Walnut Joinery by Laminex. Blackbutt wall cladding. Noguchi Akari 45A Pendant. Bedding by Sheet Society. Rug by Loom. Every room in this house overlooks Swan Bay. The homeowners fell in love with green quartzite, which complements the bathroom’s olive tones. Olivine Joinery by Laminex. Belize Quartzite benchtop. Earp Bros Raster Moss wall tile. Eco Outdoor Sarelle Stone floor tile. Orb Wall Light from Lighting Options. Towel by Sheet Society. Stepping out onto the deck of this Queenscliff home reveals a breathtaking northern view over Swan Bay on the Bellarine Peninsula. But this house didn’t always take advantage of its coastal position. The owners, a retired couple, discovered the site in 2023 and immediately recognised its potential, despite the modest, run-down single-storey brick home that stood on it. Their brief for JAK Architecture was simple: a forever home they could live in for as long as possible, capturing the views on their doorstep. ‘The old house was oriented almost away from the views. We wanted every key space to face the bay, so the design is organised around it,’ says Sylvie Gotez, JAK Architecture design director. The first-floor living, dining, and kitchen now open onto a spacious deck through sliding doors, creating one continuous space. ‘A slender steel balustrade is the only thing between you and the water,’ Sylvie says. ‘When you’re standing in that living space, it feels like you’re sitting right on top of Swan Bay. It’s incredible.’ But bringing these views inside also came with a question of privacy. ‘The biggest challenge was balancing openness and privacy. The house is on a relatively quiet street, but local walkers still pass by,’ Sylvie explains. ‘The clients wanted the view from almost every room, including the main bedroom and ensuite, but those spaces still needed to feel private. We handled it by carefully positioning the glazing, walls and joinery, and layering in sheer curtains.’ Alongside these considerations, Sylvie thoughtfully selected materials in warm, earthy tones that ground the home in its relaxed coastal setting. The same few materials, colours, and textures repeat throughout the home. ‘The palette is deliberately quiet: oak floors, the pale brick of the fireplace wall, and timber cladding that wraps from the exterior onto the deck,’ Sylvie explains. ‘Inside, we drew on mid-century design principles, such as strong datum lines that tie the spaces together, and nib walls that gently define each area without closing it off. We paired these with warm timber and earthy tones, then added moments of colour and personality.’ Accents of stainless steel balance the timber and green quartzite, a stone the homeowners fell in love with. This quartzite is paired with green mosaic tiles to bring soft mint, olive and sage tones into the bathrooms. The home’s exterior is clad entirely in timber, except for the brick chimney, a feature which continues inside with the pale brick wall surrounding the fireplace. ‘Brick is a hard material, but here it softens the space. The concrete hearth sits upon the floor, giving you somewhere to sit and to display objects and art,’ Sylvie says. ‘We are proud of how disciplined the material palette is. The house feels calm and cohesive, and still unmistakably theirs.’ https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/architecture-swan-bay-jak-architecture/ #bellarinepeninsula #strikingsea #homemakes #noguchiakari #seaviews #walnutjoinery #mondestudio #wall #pendant #mossfull #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

Inside An Artist’s DIY-Renovated Family Rental, Filled With Colour Inside An Artist’s DIY-Renovated Family Rental, Filled With Colour Interiors by Christina Karras Paddo Sofa Bed in Velvet Moss and Torquay Modular Armchair in Pearl Moon by Koala. Coffee table by Den Holm, Contemporary Rug by Loom Rugs. Paddo Sofa Bed in Velvet Moss from Koala. Artist Bobby Clark with her sons Jonty (2) and James (6). Coffee table by Den Holm, Contemporary Rug by Loom Rugs. Paddo Sofa Bed in Velvet Moss from Koala. Contemporary Rug by Loom Rugs. Paddo Sofa Bed in Velvet Moss from Koala. ‘The fact that it converts into a comfortable sofa bed is so handy for us, so when family or friends visit, we can create a space for them without having to kick someone out of a bedroom.’ Bedlinen and throw from L&M home, Contemporary Rug by Loom Rugs. ‘As a couch, it’s super comfy, and the fabric fits so well in our space,’ Bobby says. Bedlinen and cushions from L&M home, rug by Loom. James sits on the Torquay Modular Armchair in Pearl Moon by Koala. ‘It’s my new working chair, James’s snuggly chair for watching a movie, and Steve’s chair for decompressing after work. Plus, Jonty likes diving off the big spongy arms,’ Bobby. Artwork by Bobby Clark, cushion (on floor) from L&M home, Contemporary Rug by Loom Rugs Contemporary Rug by Loom Rugs. Kirribilli Side Table and Torquay Modular Armchair in Pearl Moon by Koala. The main bedroom. Artwork by Bobby’s son, James. The kitchen is styled with colourful glassware and ceramics. Bobby hangs the washing out on the backyard’s retro hills hoist. Originally from Scotland, Melbourne artist Bobby Clark and denHolm founder Steven John Clark have no qualms about spending money to make their rental feel like a proper home. ‘People can’t believe the amount of work and money we put into rentals, but there’s a big cultural difference between rentals here and Scotland,’ says Bobby, who works across photography and art. ‘In the UK, if you rent a house, it’s yours to do as you wish. You can change every single thing about the house other than the floor plan, so it’s not even a question to us. We treat our rentals as if they were our own homes and take great pride in maintaining and improving them.’ Having lived in Melbourne for more than a decade, Bobby says the journey behind their latest house was something of an emotional rollercoaster. Their son Jonty was just a few months old when the family found themselves struggling against the competitive rental market, bouncing from short-term accommodations to hotels, before eventually finding their character-filled home in Thornbury. ‘When we finally got the call to say we had this house, the relief was indescribable,’ Bobby says. Since moving in just over a year ago, they’ve found plenty of ways to personalise the rental, through a series of DIY renovations and perfectly playful styling. Steven’s handcrafted furniture and sculptures sit alongside sentimental colourful artworks by Bobby and her kids, including an especially captivating floral painting by six-year-old James that takes pride of place in the main bedroom. The interiors strike the right balance between eclectic and elevated, anchored by family-friendly statement pieces like the Paddo Sofa Bed by Koala. ‘We have gone through so many cool vintage couches that are just terrible to sit on, so now that we have children, relaxing is sacred,’ Bobby adds. ‘Comfort is top priority, but it also has to fit in with our aesthetic. The Paddo is great because it easily converts into a bed, making it really handy for hosting. And the Torquay Modular Armchair is so comfortable, we’ve all been fighting over it.’ ‘My friends thought I was insane for choosing cream, but it just lifted the light of the space so much; I love looking at it. Plus, it helps that the covers are washable!’ ‘Furniture is meant to be enjoyed, and I don’t let kids’ fingers deter me from my choices. Every mark will be a memory one day…. Just like all the Sharpie on my walls.’ Better yet, their landlord has been more than happy for them to make a few updates to the home’s interiors. In the living room, Bobby ripped up the grey carpet to refinish the timber floors below, as the fireplace was stripped back to showcase the brick hearth. They’ve even repainted most rooms in the house, notably changing up the living room’s stark white walls to a warmer, custom cream paint colour from Tint, while the bedrooms were transformed with calming blue-grey walls. And the updates aren’t over just yet. Bobby’s about to turn her attention to building extra storage in the linen closet, and restoring the timber floors in the bedrooms, which are still hidden by the old carpet. But this hands-on touch and creative flair is what makes their house wonderfully lived-in. ‘I guess because we have never had big budgets to renovate or fill a space all at once, the time and effort to find all the furniture, objects, art, and books really makes the space feel like a part of us,’ Bobby says. Koala makes forward-thinking designs that rewrite the rules for modern homes. Shop the new Paddo Sofa Bed online now here. https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/homes-creative-tours-koala-bobby-clark/ #loomrugs #contemporaryrug #sofabed #velvetmoss #bobby #paddosofa #artistbobby #koala #familyrental #modulararmchair #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

How A Former Tennis Court Became This Wild Suburban Garden How A Former Tennis Court Became This Wild Suburban Garden Gardens by Christina Savopoulos This outdoor seating area comfortably hosts large groups. The home’s windows offer views of the lush garden. Stepping stones lead into this fairytale backyard. The house opens to the spacious backyard. ‘We were really delighted with the Bougainvillea ‘Fire Opal’ at the entrance — the pop of colour against the cream brick is quite fun and frames the front entrance beautifully,’ says Landskap director Alex Game. The stone steppers were salvaged from the original house. The homeowner tends to the vegetables and fruit trees growing at the back of the property. The garden forms the perimeter of the home, acting as privacy barrier. It’s hard to imagine this lush Adelaide garden was once a lawn tennis court. The family who had lived on this large College Park block for 70 years decided to split their property in 2024, building a second adjoining house and using the garden perimeter as a privacy barrier. ‘The new dwelling has many large full-length picture windows, and the brief was for the garden to be part of the house… to feel like one was living in the garden,’ explains Landskap director Alex Game. Three large, sunny lawns are surrounded by a wild garden where structured plants and unconventional florals blend with looser grasses and perennials. A spacious outdoor seating area lets the family comfortably host large groups, and the back of the property offers a dedicated space for chickens, seasonal vegetables, and fruit trees. Alex preserved mature Strelitzia juncea (narrow-leaved bird of paradise), Aloe plicatilis (fan aloe), and Clivia miniata (bush lily) from the existing area, before levelling the site and designing the rest of the garden to protect root zones and new flora. ‘We used a combination of quick and slow-growing plants — for example, birch for quick screening — to help establish a garden which now appears older than its two years,’ he says. ‘The use of many taller shrubs along the perimeter helps provide volume and height, making each garden appear as a green-walled room.’ Alex’s design adds an ‘Australian twist’ to the traditional walled English garden style, using texture instead of colour to create a palette of seasonal scenes. The homeowner, a passionate gardener, helped create the final plant list — adding Philadelphus ‘Manteau d’Hermine’ (mock orange), Cenolophium denudatum (Baltic parsley), and Luculia gratissima (fragrant cloud) — to give the planting palette unique depth. ‘On the streetscape side we wanted to have a continuous hedge that could withstand full sun, deep shade and competing existing trees — we opted for Elaeagnus angustifolia (Russian olive), which after a slow start, has proven to be a winner,’ Alex says. ‘We were really delighted with the Bougainvillea ‘Fire Opal’ at the entrance — the pop of colour against the cream brick is quite fun and frames the front entrance beautifully.’ Landskap intentionally used minimal materials to let the thriving garden shine. The only non-plant features are pavers, salvaged stone steppers from the original house, and locally sourced gravel that forms the paths and house apron. This wild, floral garden attracts many birds, bees, and bugs, while sitting softly on a tree-lined street known for its greenery and well-preserved period homes. Alex says, ‘Although we were conscious of the heritage character, we leant into the idea of a “controlled mess” and the idea of a “wild’ garden that sparked joy through seasonality, colour and something unpredictable.’ https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/gardens-aj-house-landskap/ #tenniscourt #courtbecame #formertennis #wildsuburban #suburbangarden #alex #game #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

Renovation Diaries: A Clever DIY-Stainless Steel Kitchen, Created For $8k Renovation Diaries: A Clever DIY-Stainless Steel Kitchen, Created For $8k Interiors by Christina Karras Mike Trappett and Sarah Godden. The impressive kitchen. Cabinetry and handles from IKEA. Tiles, grout and adhesive from National Tiles and Ardex. Second-hand oven/cooktop, sink, and HAY pendant, all from Marketplace. The joinery is crafted from a mix of IKEA cabinets, MDF board and plywood, with stainless steel coverings. The shell wall sconces are another clever DIY project. The kitchen was positioned between the existing brick pillars. ‘I was very nervous and anxious when we were making the island,’ Sarah says. ‘I had to do a lot of calculating, designing, measuring and general guessing with absolutely no experience, and if I made even a millimetre mistake, we would have had to start over again.’ A look at the IKEA carcass that formed the island bench. The floor plans. When vintage furniture seller Sarah Godden and music teacher Mike Trappett first laid eyes on this Fitzroy warehouse residence, it was a true blank canvas. Not only because it had white walls and soaring ceilings, but because the building was virtually a big, empty, open-plan space. Having previously served as an office, the 1880s warehouse conversion didn’t even have a proper kitchen installed when the couple moved in. ‘A very small room under the stairs had a sink and some cupboards, but it definitely wasn’t part of the dream when we saw the space,’ says Sarah, whose home now doubles as an events and photoshoot space, Soft Focus House. ‘I knew even before we sent our offer through that the vast open plan area with the north-facing windows would be a better place for a kitchen — and I planned it out on Canva to make sure it would be proportionate.’ The international inspiration behind the kitchen Despite having never designed a kitchen before, Sarah was equipped with something arguably more powerful: a vision. That, and Mike’s willingness to get on the tools to help bring it to life! It also helped that she had been saving references of open-plan warehouses filled with stainless steel kitchens for years. The trick was finding a way to make something look custom, without blowing their budget. ‘The aim was to make the space liveable first and then do the kitchen later,’ she adds. ‘I think we lived with an air fryer and kettle in the small office kitchen space for a month after we moved in. Loft conversions in New York, Berlin and Paris were the main inspiration — particularly the way those examples combined existing historical features with more minimalist, modern fit-outs.’ How they built the stainless-steel bench, using IKEA cabinets For the first stage of the project, Mike and Sarah bought ‘as many IKEA cabinets’ as they could afford and created a plywood benchtop against the back wall, with space for the sink cut out. Finding an induction cooktop and oven on Facebook Marketplace spurred on the second part of the transformation, when they also added tiles to the plywood benchtop. ‘We lived with this version of the kitchen for about five months, until we were ready to attack the island, which I designed and Mike built using more IKEA cabinets, with a false frame on the back,’ Sarah explains. ‘We used MDF (Medium-Density Fibreboard) to create the outer shell. At this stage, I thought we might only be able to afford to tile it, but then I found a lovely guy on Marketplace who supplied commercial, kitchen-grade stainless steel sheets. After I measured and re-measured a zillion times, he precisely cut and bent them for us. ‘We used contact adhesive to attach the steel, which was so tricky and had to be pre-rehearsed, as it dries in a few seconds. But the minute we pulled the protective film off the steel, I was overwhelmed with emotion — it looked even better than I could have dreamed!’ Why navigating the former warehouse had its challenges ‘Considering it was just one big open space, we didn’t really change the layout so much as created one,’ Sarah says. Placing a long kitchen bench along the eastern wall, centred between two existing brick pillars, was a natural starting point. The main limitations they had to work around were the existing placement of the fridge and a large bulkhead, which houses the electrical and water connections. ‘We ended up deciding to start the bench further out from the wall to accommodate the bulkhead. We then framed out and rendered this new section of the wall, adding a built-in shelf to make it seem like it was always there,’ Sarah adds. How they approached the budget While Sarah had originally hoped to get it done for $5000, the finished kitchen came in just under $8000. She says working out their deal-breakers early on by writing down things they ‘didn’t want’ and working backwards from there helped them understand where to invest, and where to save. Their innovative approach, using largely second-hand appliances and materials, also offered a huge saving — although they have no regrets splurging on an integrated IKEA dishwasher to complete the fit-out’s custom look. ‘I’m terrible with budgets; I just work out the cheapest way to do something, and then break it down into less imposing stages. And looking at the total, it doesn’t seem too bad!’ Budget breakdown IKEA cabinetry: $4370 Handles: $100 Tiles, grout, adhesive: $500 Benchtop: $1290 Oven/cooktop: $150 Marketplace sink: $100 IKEA tapware: $129 Pendant: $100 Built-in dishwasher: $1000 DIY wall sconces: $120 Overall total: $7859 https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/renovation-diaries-soft-focus-house-kitchen/ #renovationdiaries #steelkitchen #clever #sarah #ikea #miketrappett #interiorsmike #godden #nationaltiles #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

An Artist’s Mediterranean-Inspired Home In The Heart Of Fitzroy An Artist’s Mediterranean-Inspired Home In The Heart Of Fitzroy Homes by Christina Karras Art by Gabrielle Penfold. Wall sconce by McMullin. Lamp from Curated Spaces. Vintage coffee table. Rug by Armadillo. The custom daybed, upholstered in fabric from Redelmen. The home features original glass windows and doors. Wicker basket from Cobra Cane. Thomas O’Brien Pilaf pendant from Luxe Lighting. Art by Phoebe Stone. Glass vase from Vasette. Vintage IKEA bar stools. Painting by Phoebe Stone. Ruffle Slipcover Chair from Land Home. On left: Painting by Amber Nuttall. Portrait and large landscape painting by Sammy Veall. Right: Painting from Warmun Art Centre. Vintage dining table and chairs. Parquetry floors meet concrete in the extension. The existing tiled floors in the dining room first caught Sammy’s eye. Kalamata olive trees, wisteria and white lavendar grow in one of the three garden areas around the home. The main bedroom. Art by Frank Loveridge. A BFGF throw in a custom frame hangs above the bed. Bedhead and lamp by McMullin. Bed linen by Sheet Society, Bed Threads, and Society of Wanderers. Art by Sammy Veall. Mirror by Kastillo. Lamp by McMullin. Jimmy rakes the pebbles. The courtyard is planted with white lavender, Hydrangea quercifolia (oakleaf hydrangea), and avocado trees. A large fig tree stands in the pebbled Italian-inspired courtyard. Sammy Veall with her sons Jimmy (3) and Pat (2). From the first step inside this Fitzroy home six years ago, artist Sammy Veall and her husband Critter Heinz had that magic moment most house hunters dream of: the feeling that it had been made just for them. Sammy was instantly taken with the old Victorian. Between the blue-painted brick exterior and its familiarity — having appeared on the beloved TV series Offspring — the home already had the reputation of a local icon. ‘The blue bricks attracted us at first, then the inside just got better and better,’ Sammy says. Upon entry, they were met with parquetry floorboards that transitioned to polished concrete in the living room, before revealing a checkerboard of terracotta and white tiles in the dining room — a motif that felt particularly personal to Sammy. ‘In my paintings, I have painted floors similar to the ones in our home, prior to even seeing the house,’ she says. Having grown up on a farm near Albury-Wodonga, Sammy was keen to ensure her own family had a decent garden to enjoy. By some stroke of luck, the inner-city house had evolved over its many iterations into an unconventional floor plan, with lush outdoor spaces at nearly every turn, including a vegetable patch, a lap pool, and a courtyard garden. ‘We love how open the layout is… It’s not the usual rectangle or square shape; all the rooms just merge into one another,’ she says. The house felt so perfect for the family when they moved in that the couple decided to turn their focus to the gardens first, creating an Italian-inspired, white pebble courtyard with guidance from Sammy’s mum, who studied horticulture. ‘We also built a veggie garden fence out of recycled timber from our next-door neighbours! At the moment, a pumpkin vine is growing all over it,’ adds Sammy. The rest of the property has been personalised bit by bit, taking inspiration from the quirky details of building’s storied past. Sammy says the house was renovated about 20 years ago by a Greek builder, who added on the enchanting dining room, complete with a pressed metal ceiling and wrap-around windows. ‘Being Greek, he wanted to create a room where 15 people would enjoy lunch every Sunday,’ she explains. This wholesome legacy is something that resonates with the couple as new custodians. They’re passionate about carrying on the same hosting tradition, sometimes even opening up the home for Sammy’s art exhibitions. One of the biggest changes to the home came in the decision to remove a pair of stained-glass windows at the edge of the dining room in favour of plain windowpanes — to maximise views of their beloved garden outside. ‘[Removing the stained-glass] has completely opened up the space… It was such a simple change, but it looks incredible,’ explains Sammy. The subtle renovations have ultimately stayed true to the home’s existing character. Almost all of the lighting has been replaced with new pendants and vintage wall sconces. In the en suite bathroom, Sammy painted the walls a rich green to match the existing Italian tiles on the floors. Sammy also engaged a local cabinetmaker to create a custom daybed. It looks like something from a Mediterranean villa, but it’s actually made of plywood, coated in chalk paint, and finished off with beeswax, as a budget-friendly way to mimic the appearance of Venetian plaster. The final — and ever-evolving — styling flourish is the impressive collection of contemporary paintings from Australian artists (including some vibrant works by Sammy herself) hung on almost every wall, filling the romantic interiors with newfound life. ‘Our house is old and lived in. The finishings allow for lots of mess, so the house is not precious, but it’s beautiful,’ Sammy says. ‘We would rather the home have lots of people in it and lots of mess than be empty and clean. The kids can come into the house covered in sand from the sandpit or dirt from the veggie garden. It’s a welcoming house full of love and fun!’ An edited version of this story originally appeared in The Design Files Magazine Issue 04. Subscribe to the biannual print magazine here. https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/homes-sammy-veall-fitzroy/ #sammyveall #home #fitzroy #artist #heart #phoebestone #gabriellepenfold #painting #landhome #bed #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

This Mid-Century Canberra Townhouse Has Just Been Renovated + It’s For Sale This Mid-Century Canberra Townhouse Has Just Been Renovated + It’s For Sale On The Market by Christina Savopoulos This recently renovated mid-century townhouse is located in Canberra’s Wybalena Grove development. The landscaped garden and curved path welcome guests to the home. Dark timber makes up the nostalgic exterior of the house. Italian terrazzo benchtop from Vero Galleria. Joinery solid brass handles by Studio Henry Wilson. Flowerpot VP7 pendant light in Dark Plum from &Tradition. The renovated kitchen nods to ’70s materials. A natural colour palette remains consistent through the home. The living room features a hero brick-lined wall. Bedroom with en suite. Triangular lines contribute to this bedroom’s unique mid-century character. Dioscuri Wall/Ceiling Lamp by Michele De Lucchi, from Artemide. Basin by Omvivo. Tapware by Faucet Strommen. Terrazzo by Marmi Scala. Linen curtains from DIY Blinds. One of the three bedrooms. Dioscuri Wall/Ceiling Lamp by Michele De Lucchi, from Artemide. Terrazzo by Fibonacci. Basin from Studio Bagno. Made up of four half levels, the townhouse opens to a balcony overlooking the nearby nature reserve. Homeowner and architect Alex Williams relandscaped the gardens. The home at 62 Wybalena Grove, Cook, ACT is now on the market. When The Design Files last featured a renovation inside Canberra’s Wybalena Grove, we were inundated with comments about how much readers loved these retro homes. Designed by prominent architect Michael Dysart in 1977, the unique development in Cook is known for its enduring mid-century modernism and immersive bushland setting. So it’s no surprise that architect Alex Williams had heard about these semi-detached dwellings — located only 12 minutes from the CBD — before he even moved to Canberra a few years ago. ‘By coincidence, we initially rented in the same suburb and started to regularly walk through the Grove with our springer spaniel Hazel, meandering through the townhouses,’ Alex explains. ‘We could see it was a lovely place to be; residents pottering in the community garden, others playing tennis, or families gathered round the communal pizza oven next to the playground. It really feels like a gathering of individual homes carefully scattered throughout the bush, all concealed from each other, whilst also creating a community feel.’ Already on the hunt for a mid-century home he could breathe new life into, Alex jumped at the opportunity to buy within the complex. His townhouse is positioned at the top of a hill, bordering the nature reserve with views of wildflowers, kangaroos, and magical sunsets. ‘Right from our door starts a bush trail that we walk every morning with our dog. It takes you past the rolling hills looking out onto the grazing horses and the arboretum beyond, then up Mount Painter (perhaps the smallest mountain in existence, a glorified hill really) from which you can see most of Canberra,’ he says. ‘Even though we do this every morning, it never loses its magic.’ Drawing on the beauty of the natural surroundings, Alex has since put his own touch on the residence. He kept the considered floor plan and renovated most rooms over the next three years. ‘The potential was clear. The four half levels form the different living spaces, separating the more public spaces from the more private, and each space gives a different view of either the garden, the bush, or the feeling of being in a tree house. It’s quite spectacular,’ he says. The townhouse had also undergone a minor renovation in the ’80s, which added an extra storey and pop-up windows as designed by original architect Michael Dysart. ‘The windows direct your view upwards into the trees, making you feel like you are sitting in the tree canopy when working from the study — which is perhaps the perfect work-from-home space,’ Alex says. Alex’s substantial renovations of the kitchen, bathroom, ensuite, mud room and laundry all pay tribute to the original architecture. New timber panelling seamlessly blends with existing timber tones, as the joinery colours and tiling reference the building’s ’70s materials. The expanded kitchen also offers views of the re-landscaped garden. After three years of making the townhouse their own, Alex and his partner are reluctant to leave, but the couple have listed the house for sale to move closer to family interstate. ‘If it wasn’t for my work and our families, we would stay here forever,’ he says. 62 Wybalena Grove, Cook, ACT, 2614, is listed for sale with Sally Strang and Ash Costello from Home By Holly. https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/on-the-market-62-wybalena-grove-cook/ #canberratownhouse #renovated #sale #wybalenagrove #alexwilliams #ceilinglamp #wall #verogalleria #dioscuriwall #henrywilson #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

5 Spots To Visit In + Around Hobart, According To A Designer 5 Spots To Visit In + Around Hobart, According To A Designer Travel by Christina Karras We Ponder founder and interior designer Rose Kiselev outside her Hobart showroom. Rose launched the lighting brand shortly after moving to Tasmania in 2021. Rose and her team explore samples in the showroom. The collections range from ceramic wall lights, to steel and glass lamps, and everything in between. Lean Glass & Stainless Steel Table Lamp and Puddle Glass & Ceramic Wall Light by We Ponder. After speaking to Tasmania’s leading creatives and small business owners for this travel series, one theme keeps coming up: how much locals appreciate the island’s calming energy and lifestyle. It’s one of the reasons interior designer Rose Kiselev and her husband Dmitry packed up and left the Gold Coast for a new life in Tasmania in 2020, despite having never visited before. ‘We originally met in Whistler, Canada, and were completely obsessed with the cold, the snow, the mountains, the wineries and the views,’ Rose says. ‘We still wanted to live in Australia, so we started researching and somehow landed on Tasmania as the closest Australian equivalent to Whistler.’ While there’s not enough snow to rival Canada, Tasmania did have beautiful landscapes, incredible food, historic streetscapes, and best of all, the ‘slower pace of life’ they’d been dreaming of. After months of driving around, they fell in love with a block in Sorell, a town about 20 minutes from Hobart that felt ‘quiet and unassuming, but also full of potential’. The move also unlocked an impressive new chapter in Rose’s career. Shortly after crossing paths with fellow designer Kate Moss, the duo co-founded their studio, This Vacant Space. And after being inspired by Tasmania’s creative scene, Rose launched We Ponder, a lighting brand that collaborates with local makers, including the likes of ceramicist Ian Clare and skilled glass artist Keith Dougall. ‘Lighting is one of those elements that can completely shift a room, but I felt there was a real gap in the market for lighting that was Australian-made, warm, tactile and a little bit playful,’ Rose says. There’s a clear commitment to craftsmanship behind every piece Rose creates. And even though she only moved there six years ago, her community-driven approach feels distinctively Tasmanian, in the best way! We asked Rose for the five places she’d take a visitor for the ultimate weekend exploring Tasmania’s south-east. Find her recommendations in her own words below. Erda is a Hobart cafe nestled on the western fringe of Hobart CBD. The venue is run by a husband-and-wife team, Min and Mick, who serve up classics alongside creative twists on typical cafe offerings. Rose enjoys a coffee and a cookie with a view. Erda Whenever I eat out, I always want to order something I wouldn’t really know how to make myself, and Erda is perfect for that. It is still breakfast-ish, but not your classic eggs benedict situation; it has really interesting flavours and kind of feels like dinner for breakfast, which I love. Also, Min, the owner, is genuinely one of the sweetest people in the universe, and you can tell she really cares about people being happy. Find out more here. Pooley Wines in Richmond is a romantic winery that dates back to 1985. Rose suggests making the 25 minute-drive from Hobart to take in the beautiful scenery. Wine tastings are available seven days a week! Pooley Wines On a sunny day, whatever the season, Pooley Wines is the perfect place to set yourself up on the grassy hill with a glass of red wine, wood-fired pizza and a beautiful view over Richmond. Also, the winery’s gluten-free pizza base is dangerously close to being as good as the regular one, which deserves its own award. Find out more here. Explore a range of eclectic books at Richmond Reading Room. The building is among some of Richmond’s striking heritage buildings. You can browse the store with a pastry and coffee in hand. Richmond Reading Room Richmond Reading Room is the definition of cosy. The dark walls, music, wall-to-wall bookshelves, low lights, and casual lounges make it feel like the most enchanting little reading nook where you can get away from the world. It is also the perfect spot for a coffee after wandering around the beautiful old streets of Richmond. Find out more here. Pressing Matters has been producing premium Tasmanian wine since 2006, and it’s conveniently located about a half-hour’s drive from Hobart. The winery is known for its cool-climate riesling, pinot noir, chardonnay, and small plates. Pressing Matters Winery Pressing Matters Winery has become one of our go-to spots, even with our one-and-a-half-year-old son. They have perfect huge beanbags, the friendliest staff and such a beautiful view over the vineyard. They also do the best buttery chardonnay I have tried, plus delicious oysters, so it feels like you can be a bit fancy without it feeling too precious. You can sit inside and have a more sophisticated wine-and-oysters moment, or sit outside with your kid rolling around nearby, and everyone is happy. Learn more here The view from Arden Retreat and Bathhouse’s thoughtfully designed pavilion where visitors can change and relax. The view of the accommodation’s private outdoor tub. The wood-fired sauna in the bathhouse, where you can visit for a four-hour booking. A luxurious bathtub inside the cabin’s accommodation. Wake up to the immersive bushland setting in the accommodation. Arden Retreat and Bathhouse I think it is really exciting to have a day spa and bathhouse-style space out here in Richmond, without needing to head into the city for that kind of experience. You can head to Arden Retreat and Bathhouse for just a few hours to enjoy the bathing, saunas, and cold plunge, or even book to stay the night inside the accommodation on site too. It’s owned by a lovely local family, so it also feels nice to support another small business. Find out more here. Got a taste for Hobart and Tasmania’s south-east? There’s more to dig into. Discover Tasmania has the experiences, restaurants, events and local tips you didn’t know you needed. 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This Coastal Home Uses Tiles In Colourful + Unexpected Ways This Coastal Home Uses Tiles In Colourful + Unexpected Ways Interiors by Christina Savopoulos Joinery by Dezzine Kitchens. Tetris Tiles by Classic Ceramics. Spicy Denim Terrazzo benchtop by Fibonacci. Blinds from Deco Studios. Pendant from Dunlin. Dining chairs from Thonet. Vase by Katrina Wells Ceramics. Bowl from Montmartre Store. Tropez Knob from Lo & Co. Banquette in Zone In Vinyl by Dezzine Kitchens. Cushion from Montmartre Store. Tetris Tiles by Classic Ceramics. Robbi Wall Sconce by McMullin x Folk Studio. Blinds from Deco Studios. Cupboard handles from Lo & Co. ‘The clients love the bench seat/casual meals area. It gets so much use and is just a beautiful spot to sit and feel the cross breeze and look out at the ocean,’ Revel Design architect Kat Prowse says. Spicy Denim Terrazzo benchtop by Fibonacci. Art from Curatorial+Co. Bookends from Mecque. Tropez Knob from Lo & Co. Dining table from Mecque. Dining chairs from Thonet. Pendant from Dunlin. Curtains from Deco Studios. Vessel (left) by Katrina Wells Ceramics, from Curatorial+Co. Tetris Tiles by Classic Ceramics. Towel by In The Sac. Taps + Towel Rack by Yabby Tapware. Mirror from Temple and Webster. Sconce from Nook Collections. Soap Dish from Mecque. Mirror by Life Interiors. Sconce from Nook Collections. Basin by Nood Co. Taps by Yabby Tapware. Towel by In The Sac. Rain Shower + Towel Rack by Yabby Tapware. Tetris Tiles by Classic Ceramics. Tetris Tiles by Classic Ceramics. Shower by Yabby Tapware. Veo Wall Light from Nook Collections. Tapware + Shower by Yabby Tapware. Mirror from Warranbrooke. Wall Light from Nook Collections. Tetris Tiles by Classic Ceramics. Taps by Yabby Tapware. Joinery by Dezzine Kitchens. Tetris Tiles Flooring by Classic Ceramics. Bag from Montmartre Store. Towel Rack by Yabby Tapware. Towel by In The Sac. Tetris Tiles Flooring by Classic Ceramics. Bag from Montmartre Store. Joinery by Dezzine Kitchens. Harvest Cork Flooring in Sienna from The Flooring Co. Bed Cover by In The Sac. Bag from Montmartre Store. Architect Kat Prowse and interior designer Claire Richardson from Revel Design know nothing beats swapping everyday life for salty ocean air. They channelled ‘beachside energy, sunshine and sandy feet’ in their renovation of this Mollymook holiday home on the New South Wales coast. For the past 15 years, the owners have loved holidaying there with their families and renting it out in the shoulder seasons. However, its early ’00s build was finally giving way; the external decking was weathered, and failed waterproofing left the rooms smelling musty. While fixing these issues, the family took the opportunity to rework the layout, refresh the exterior and turn the house into their dream holiday home. Richly glazed tiles run through the home, giving each room its own personality and a pop of colour. ‘Because it’s a holiday home rather than someone’s everyday residence, we could be a bit more playful with the material palette than many clients might feel comfortable with at home,’ Claire explains. ‘We were very conscious of value for money and chose materials that were fit for purpose, easy to maintain and would wear well with kids, pets, sandy feet and plenty of people coming and going.’ The laid-back coastal aesthetic continues downstairs with cork flooring, which is perfect for post-beach activities. ‘It also brings a lovely warmth underfoot and a slightly retro coastal feel that sits really naturally with the rest of the palette,’ says Claire. Because it’s a holiday home, Claire and Kat weren’t pressured to include the ample storage a forever home requires. ‘The bedrooms really only needed a bench for weekend bags and a small amount of hanging space, while in the bathrooms we could use slimline tiled vanities, open shelving and decorative mirrors rather than lots of cabinetry,’ says Claire. The layout centres around beach life, allowing multiple families to stay in the house with ease. The bedrooms were rearranged downstairs alongside a rumpus and games room. Upstairs, there’s space to cook, eat and relax, with kitchen (and bathroom) skylights bringing natural light into the home. The oversized walk-in pantry wasn’t much use in a holiday home, so they replaced it with a roller-door pantry and added a breakfast nook as a casual dining spot, coffee perch, or laptop station. They also opened up the previously closed-off kitchen and dining room into a spacious living area. Two new bathrooms mean no one will argue over who gets to the shower first, and underfloor heating and heated towel racks ensure towels are dry and ready for the next trip to the beach. Kat and Claire ambitiously completed this colourfully tiled holiday home in under six months for the family to enjoy long summer days. https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/interiors-hook-wine-sinker-revel-design/ #classicceramics #unexpectedways #yabbytapware #tetristiles #usestiles #coastalhome #montmartrestore #dezzinekitchens #nookcollections #decostudios #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

Why This Architectural Sydney Home Is Intertwined With Nature Why This Architectural Sydney Home Is Intertwined With Nature Architecture by Christina Savopoulos Downie North’s new build highlights its landscape. ‘We began to think of it as part cave, part tree house. A protective concrete structure grounded in the sandstone, with lighter timber elements perched above,’ says architect Daniel North. Corten Sculpture by Korban & Flaubert. Rather than a standard level home, the house follows the movement of the land, creating a series of platforms with softer geometries that lead to moments of enclosure and contrasting openness. The living spaces open to the north-facing courtyard. The family’s two Akita Inu dogs. Comfort, Cast Concrete Stack by Samantha Arnull, from Saint Cloche Gallery. Concrete and timber were chosen for their durability. Oxydation Occasional Table by Ligne Roset, from DOMO. Radice Stool in Ash Red by District. Stainless Steel Sculpture by Korban & Flaubert. Vessel Blackwood with Spirals by The Wood ‘n’ Potter, from Australian Design Centre. Ceramic Vessel by Caroline Blackburn, from Spence & Lyda. Neva Bar Chair by Artisan, from Spence & Lyda. Essenzia Plumb Fruit Bowl Small in Green India from Becker Minty. Tenero Cardamom Rug by The Rug Establishment. Floor-to-ceiling windows look into the north-facing courtyard. Spacious living area. Natural light enters through the home through different openings. Arc Dining Chair by Tom Fereday, from Eco Outdoor. Bed Cover in Chestnut by In Bed Store. Linen Cushion + Limorto Throw Rug by Polite Society. Sitting on Castlecrag’s ridge, the home overlooks green bushland. Curved bench in the bathroom. Intentionally intimate bathroom. Flos Tab Floor Lamp in Green from Euroluce Lighting Australia. Karuselli Lounge Chair by Artek, from Anibou Furniture. Clerici Lounge Chair in Red from District. Tenero Old Gold Mohair Rug by The Rug Establishment. Golden Tiger, Folder Vessels by Yen Qin, from Modern Times. Small Ceramic Vessel by Alessandro Di Sarno. Art by Marisa Purcell. Clerici Lounge Chair in Red from District. Karuselli Lounge Chair by Artek, from Anibou Furniture. Flos Tab Floor Lamp in Green from Euroluce Lighting Australia. Linden Occasional Table by Ligne Roset, from DOMO. Lemon Butter Bowl by Husque, from Australian Design Centre. Bzippy Vessels in Buttery Yellow by Jardan Furniture. Tenero Old Gold Mohair Rug by The Rug Establishment. Conique Planters by Eco Outdoor. Inout Side Table by Gervasoni, from Anibou Furniture. Riviera Easy Chair by Eco Outdoor. Cobble Stools in Opaque Cream by District. Vessel Red Gum with Void by The Wood ‘n’ Potter, from Australian Design Centre. Classicon Daybed by Eileen Gray, from Anibou Furniture. Green Ceramic Cup by Studio Elke. Radice Stool in Ash Red by District. Stainless Steel Sculpture by Korban & Flaubert. Vessel Blackwood with Spirals by The Wood ‘n’ Potter, from Australian Design Centre. Neva Bar Chair by Artisan, from Spence & Lyda. Tenero Cardamom Rug by The Rug Establishment. Riviera Easy Chair by Eco Outdoor. Inout Side Table by Gervasoni, from Anibou Furniture. Cobble Stools in Opaque Cream by District. Vessel Blackwood with Spirals by The Wood ‘n’ Potter, from Australian Design Centre. Cinetique Floor Lamp by Ligne Roset, from DOMO. Fifty Armchair by Ligne Roset, from DOMO. Classicon Daybed by Eileen Gray, from Anibou Furniture. Radice Stool in Ash Red by District. Tenero Cardamom Rug by The Rug Establishment. The original houses in Castlecrag, in Sydney’s inner-north, were designed by esteemed architects Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin to offer beautiful views of the surrounding bushland and ocean. Downie North’s Castlecrag Courtyard project follows the design of the suburb’s original homes by letting its landscape breathe. ‘Castlecrag is a very special part of Sydney,’ lead architect Daniel North says. ‘Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin envisaged it as a bushland suburb, where the roads, houses and public walkways would follow the natural contours of the land. There’s a wonderful generosity to their planning, with paths that wander through the sandstone outcrops and eucalypts, connecting little reserves and places to pause and appreciate the landscape. ‘What’s interesting is that the landscape was never intended to be something left over after the buildings were arranged. It came first. So we wanted to continue that thinking.’ A family of five had lived in the heritage suburb for over a decade and loved its bushland, but knew their run-down home wasn’t taking advantage of its unique site. This inspired Downie North to design and rebuild the 1980s home from scratch. They let the architecture follow the land’s natural contours, making the most of the site’s expansive southerly views toward the city and out to the ocean, while taking a modern, considered approach to highlight the suburb’s heritage — taking cues from the ‘cave-like quality’ that Castlecrag houses are known for. ‘From this elevated position, the land falls away towards Middle Harbour and the horizon beyond. There’s an almost weightless sensation, as though you’re suspended above the landscape,’ he says. Rather than a standard level home, the house follows the movement of the land, creating a series of platforms with softer geometries that lead to moments of enclosure and contrasting openness. The bedrooms and bathrooms are intentionally intimate, while the living areas open to the sky and harbour. ‘We didn’t want the whole house to reveal itself immediately. There’s pleasure in discovering it gradually,’ he adds. This gradual reveal connects two experiences: being enveloped by the architecture while letting the trees, sky and horizon take centre stage. The house was also arranged around a north-facing courtyard of native and locally endemic plants, bringing natural light into the living spaces, which then open to southerly harbour views. ‘The courtyard is intimate and protected, where you’re very aware of the plants, the sandstone and the movement of sunlight. Then you move into the living spaces, and suddenly there’s this extraordinary sense of openness,’ says Daniel. ‘We began to think of it as part cave, part tree house. A protective concrete structure grounded in the sandstone, with lighter timber elements perched above.’ The material palette was selected for durability. Spotted gum cladding, sandstone paving, terrazzo, and a timber board ceiling were all chosen for their textural grain and imperfections. ‘Each part of the house has its own material character, but everything belongs to a related family. We wanted materials to be recognisable for what they are, rather than covered up or made to look like something else,’ he says. It’s now a family home that’ll adapt alongside the client’s changing lives, becoming richer with each new memory formed in their forever home. ‘At Castlecrag Courtyard, we wanted to make something that belonged to the landscape and would become more meaningful through the family’s occupation of it,’ Daniel says. ‘The sandstone, trees and harbour were here long before the house, and they’ll continue to shape how it’s experienced into the future.’ https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/architecture-castlecrag-courtyard-downie-north/ #architecturalsydney #sydneyhome #loungechair #aniboufurniture #designcentre #australiandesign #rugestablishment #naturearchitecture #district #ecooutdoor #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit

How A Designer Turned Her 1970s Sydney Apartment Into A Family Oasis How A Designer Turned Her 1970s Sydney Apartment Into A Family Oasis Interiors by Christina Savopoulos Art by Gabrielle Penfold. USM Sideboard in Anthracite from Anibou. 1960s Italian chairs from Angelucci. Custom upholstered banquet seating by Jade Customs. Vintage French vase from Secondi. Large vintage lamp from Facebook Marketplace. Custom upholstered banquet seating by Jade Customs. Full-length glass doors reveal views of the bay. Fencing by OCCO. Claudia Werner’s apartment is located in Drummoyne’s mid-century Mandalay building. Signage by Domino Brass. 1970s Italian Marble Dining Table from Facebook Marketplace. Semi Pendant by Gubi. European Oak Engineered Flooring from SE Timber. The one-piece stainless steel benchtop by Brookvale Stainless was welded on site. Kitchen cabinetry by Veya Projects. Bamboo Roman Blinds by Meyer Blinds. The kitchen was previously closed off with a small serving window. Stainless steel benchtop by Brookvale Stainless. Art by Barbara Aroney. Matin Small Table Lamp by HAY. Hidden shelving in the kitchen cabinetry for recipe books! Inax Kaleido Glaze tiled kickboards from Artedomus. Natural Seagrass Squares Rug from Natural Floor Coverings. Mongolian Sheepskin Ottoman Fawn by CCSS. Sheers in Messina Fabric by Warwick. Panton Wire Shelf in Chrome by Montana. French Modernist Armchair by Larkwood. Wall-hung Taj Mahal Quartzite shelf by Granite and Marble Works. Wall Sconce from Etsy. Hand-painted Fish from Greece. Handmade Red Dish from Sicily. Wardrobes by Veya Projects. Handmade Fabric Fish from Lerici, Italy. Art by Lily Platts. Felt toy baskets and lemons from Philé. Rugs from Etsy. Mirror + Wicker Basket from IKEA. Linea Cot by Leander. Bedcover from Cultiver. Vintage Cesca Chair. Cabinetry by Veya Projects. Framed Poster from The Poster Club. Corpus Wall Shelf by HAY. Art by Rosemary Newman, from Etsy. Story Bookshelf by Herman Miller, from Living Edge. Custom-made Rattan Bed Frame. Boxy Soap Dish by Kartell, from Space. Inax Kaleido Glaze mosaic tiles from Artedomus. Calacatta Viola Marble from Granite and Marble Works. Art by apartment owner Claudia Werner. Bathroom floor + wall tiles from Artedomus. Custom bathroom cabinetry by Veya Projects. Art by John Klein. Bedcover by L&M Home. Night Owl Table Lamp by Fritz Hansen, from CULT. Custom-made Stained Solid American Oak Bedside Table. Art by apartment owner Claudia Werner. Terracotta vase made by Claudia’s husband when he was a child. Gregg Piccola Wall Lamp from Space. Tapware by Meir. Chub Stool by Fearon. Towel by Missoni. Vixel Glass Mosaic Tiles from Artedomus. It was love at first sight when interior designer Claudia Werner visited this ’70s apartment building, Mandalay, in Sydney’s inner-west. ‘One of the open homes was at dusk, and we were immediately captivated by the sunset over the bay,’ she explains. ‘The view was the main selling point for us, and of course the vintage of the block. We knew we wanted a smaller block with good bones.’ When Claudia launched her own studio, MEM Atelier, it was only natural that her first project was this Drummoyne apartment she shares with her husband, Hamish, and their two-year-old son, Billy. ‘We wanted to create a welcoming space that pays respect to the mid-century history of the block. The vision was something fun, unique and fit for a small family,’ she says. Claudia sought to pay homage to the building’s 1970s history by using the decade as inspiration for her apartment’s interior. ‘Every time I was making a decision, I would imagine the apartment when it was built,’ she explains. ‘I think it’s really sad when you walk into a place that lacks personality, especially when the building has so much history. I was considerate of materials that would have been used back then, whilst mixing them with some more modern choices to make it practical for today.’ Living in an apartment often comes with the challenge of limited storage, but Claudia embraced the opportunity to make the most of every square metre in her 120-square-metre home. Cabinets reach the ceiling, cupboards are hidden, and an integrated desk and storage unit were installed, so storage is no longer an issue. Plus, she added a (much-needed) second bathroom. With the rest of the house in sound condition, Claudia applied her designer’s touch to inject contemporary character into the space, rejuvenating the dated bedroom carpet and laminate flooring. ‘I wanted to honour the late ’60s and ’70s in our renovation as that’s when Mandalay was built. Green tiles, timber veneer, stainless steel, chrome, bamboo roman blinds, glazed Japanese mosaic tiles that look like they could belong in your grandmother’s bathroom,’ she says. ‘Green was such a popular choice for bathrooms in the ’70s, so I wanted to give a nod to the era of the building through this choice… I also love our dining area, the big green marble table from the ’70s gets a lot of attention!’ This subtle retro aesthetic running through the home means no two rooms are the same, yet opposing elements still blend seamlessly: ‘None of it matches, but it just works,’ she says. The calming bay views from the floor-to-ceiling glass doors not only enhance this harmonious oasis, but they also connect personally to Claudia’s studio. ‘MEM Atelier is named after my mum, who passed away in 2017. MEM is her initials,’ she explains. ‘She loved sailing, and it feels very apt that our apartment is where it is, looking out onto a beautiful bay with so many sailboats.’ Claudia’s apartment is now a cohesive, comfortable space for her growing family, which also serves as a sentimental reminder of her mother. https://thedesignfiles.wpenginepowered.com/2026/10/interiors-claudia-werner-apartment-mem-atelier/ #familyoasis #designerturned #sydneyapartment #veyaprojects #claudiawerner #jadecustoms #art #facebookmarketplace #artedomus #gabriellepenfold #rss #feeds #linksharing #qwibbit