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IF Architecture, Sharyn Cairns · IF Architecture Studio
Help us swim against the tide. Join us in taking a stand against the short attention architecture media. Divisare is the result of an effort of selection and classification of contemporary architecture conducted for over twenty years. Patient work, done with care, image after image, project after project, to offer you the ideal tool with which to organize your knowledge of contemporary architecture. Instead of a quick, distracted web, we want a slow, attentive one.
This Truly Unique Home By David Hollander
Bilbo Baggins or Fred Flintstone would feel right at home in this fabulous flight of fancy on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, which interior designer Nancy Renzi has returned to its retro glory. Designed by architect David Hollander in 1968, the organic house, with its sweeping cement curves nestled under a canopy of gumtrees, sits like massive boulders on a hillside.
6 best bottom mount refrigerators that will keep your food fresher than ever
When choosing a new refrigerator for the kitchen there are many elements to consider. How big (or small) does it need to be? Does it need to fit within a fridge nook? Right or left hinged? Bottom or top mount? First thing first, measure the real estate that you have within your kitchen for your new refrigerator. Because there’s nothing worse than ordering your new refrigerator delivered to your door, only to discover that it’s too big for the fridge nook.
The Best Floor Lamps To Shop 2024
When you want to set the mood and bright downlights just won’t do, it’s good to have options. Floor lamps cast patterns across the floor and distribute warm light, helping to create a relaxing ambience. As well as illuminating the home, floor lamps are also a fantastic styling tool for creating a focal point and zoning a space. Lamps can also be used to highlight a standout feature in your home such as a prized artwork or a beautiful statement armchair.
Floor Lamps: Fabulous Buys To Light Up Your Home
When you want to set the mood and bright downlights just won't do, it's good to have options. Floor lamps cast patterns across the floor and distribute warm light, helping to create a relaxing ambience. As well as illuminating the home, floor lamps are also a fantastic styling tool for creating a focal point and zoning a space. Lamps can also be used to highlight a standout feature in your home such as a prized artwork or a beautiful statement armchair.
Summer Garden Care Tips For Australian Gardeners
How do I keep my garden alive in the summer? When it comes to keeping your garden alive during summer's hot months, it all comes down to good preparation (which you should start now!). Keeping up with watering and mulching is key, and you can also move potted plants out of western sun where possible. Make sure you are providing protection for new seedlings, too - this can be done using old net curtains, dead palm fronds, or leafy branches.
Summer Garden Care Tips For Australian Gardeners
In high summer, a little garden care and maintenance goes a long way. Working smarter rather than harder leaves more time for you to relax and watch your garden grow. The summer heat isn’t kind to plants and shrubs (or to us!), so it’s a good idea to work in the cool of the morning and do only what’s necessary. These smart little summer garden care tips will help both you and your garden get the best results from your efforts.
A Classic Aussie Pub Converted Into A Fresh Family Home
When Ed and Edwina Glenn first came across South Melbourne's tired Town Hall Hotel, it still had all the characteristics of a typical Aussie pub: sticky floors, a commercial kitchen, roof flagpoles and a bistro. While thriving in its heyday with rumours of The Rolling Stones stopping by for a drink and Elton John playing the piano, it had fallen into disrepair. Over the last decade, developers frequently – yet unsuccessfully – tried their hand, so it stood mostly empty, a ghost of its former self.
A lovingly renovated Victorian home given new life through art
It's two decades since Megan Dicks and her husband, Joe, took ownership of this triple-fronted Victorian home in inner-city Melbourne – and they love it as much today as they did then. "We were attracted to it instantly," says Megan, founding director of Otomys, an art gallery that predominantly represents Australian and South African artists. "We went hell for leather to buy it." The house was perfectly liveable as it was, although its spiral staircase was a safety hazard for their then-toddlers.
Things To Do In Daylesford, Victoria
There's something in the water in the small Victorian towns of Daylesford and neighbouring Hepburn Springs. And we're not talking about the natural mineral springs and spas the town is renowned for, either. Here, the locals have made the most of the fertile volcanic soils to grow fresh produce and with it, their passion for the slow food movement.
Futurespace - The Commercial Project Feature - The Local Project
As an interior design practice specialising in workplace strategy, Futurespace harnesses a problem-solving, design-led approach to enhance the workplace experience. At a time when the traditional office framework is being examined, Futurespace is exploring this new landscape with a well-equipped and open mindset thanks to decades of work already under its belt.
The Commercial Project Feature
Hope Street Radio – Peter Frederick Cole Architect Part wine bar, part restaurant and part radio station, Hope Street Radio by Peter Frederick Cole Architect is an optimistic expression of creativity and community. Located within Collingwood Yards by Fieldwork, the space radiates a certain friendliness, pairing vibrancy and colour with a pared back utilitarian edge.
Scott Burchell of COMB Construction
Scott Burchell says the conception of his firm COMB Construction in Melbourne was “as chaotic and unplanned” as the diverse mix of professions and places he found himself in beforehand. This colourful description could not be further from the precision of the high-end residential projects COMB is responsible for bringing to fruition today, where an affinity for fine details and divergent yet well planned ideas prevail. Scott’s eye for the smaller details of a project is remarkable.
Sally Caroline - Profile Feature - The Local Project
International Women’s Day 2022 is dedicated to ‘breaking the bias’. Throughout the design community, a delicate balance exists between the culture of a design studio and the spatial outcomes they create, with gender playing an integral role in both. For Melbourne-based interior designer Sally Caroline, empathy is the keystone to being a woman and business leader today.
In Good Company Profile
FEATURED IN THE LOCAL PROJECT PUBLICATION - ISSUE 08 The Local Project print publication was created to inspire, inform, entertain and engage through exclusively curated content. Issue No. 8 features new work from James Stockwell Architect, Eldridge Anderson Architects, Oli Booth Architecture, MRTN Architects, Tanner Architects, Alwill, Georgina Jeffries and many more. This issue includes a retrospective on N House by Partners Hill.
Tamsin Johnson Profile - Issue 08 Feature - The Local Project
FEATURED IN THE LOCAL PROJECT PUBLICATION - ISSUE 08 The Local Project print publication was created to inspire, inform, entertain and engage through exclusively curated content. Issue No. 8 features new work from James Stockwell Architect, Eldridge Anderson Architects, Oli Booth Architecture, MRTN Architects, Tanner Architects, Alwill, Georgina Jeffries and many more. This issue includes a retrospective on N House by Partners Hill.
Frame House by Carr
Curious and concealed from approach, Frame House immerses itself within a dense and curated landscape to emphasise privacy and seclusion. Carr takes an alternate approach by orienting the home to align lengthways with the site, instead of revealing the form to the street. Both in the decision to cloak the home in its bold black palette and its recession within the landscape, Frame House is imagined from within.
Rachel Castle’s Colourful & Quirky Sydney Home
Artist and designer Rachel Castle turns her eye for bold hues and texture to her impeccably renovated home. Jan 18, 2022 1:00am Rachel Castle's home is exactly what you'd expect from the talented creative force behind the successful Castle brand. It's contemporary, quirky and effortlessly beautiful. But when it came to renovating, the task was far from effortless.
A Melbourne federation bungalow gets a dramatic modern extension
Instead of trading in the small home where they started their family, a Melbourne couple decided to widen it and not their search. Sep 30, 2021 1:55am Who lives here: Sarah Reid, an interior designer; her husband Nick, a manager at a radio station; and their three young daughters. Style of home: A 1910 single-storey, brick-and-timber bungalow in Melbourne's southeast. Timeline: Sarah started planning the home with her architect in 2017.
A modern concrete home surrounded by greenery
Informed by architectural showpieces savoured on their overseas travels, and inspired by the work of a leading
local architect, these Melbourne owners fashion a spectacular new build in the heart of the action. Jul 20, 2021 12:23am The couple who own this house in South Yarra, medical professionals whose children have left home, regularly soak in great architecture on their overseas travels.
A heritage house renovated into a striking home-meets-gallery
This versatile Melbourne home readily switches from a grand gallery for the owner’s paintings and sculptures to an inviting sanctuary for family life. Jun 02, 2021 10:45pm With its mammoth columns, crisp concrete floors and a soaring ceiling, this inner-Melbourne home has become a grand impromptu gallery for its artist owner Kylie Thomas, whose bold paintings and sculptures surprise at every turn. Garden by Plume Studio, constructed by Form Landscapes. Curtains by Lynch's Window Fashions.
A cosy monochrome cottage in rural Victoria
A cosy cottage in Victoria’s Red Hill receives a swift makeover in a predominantly neutral palette that bodes well for relaxation. Jun 01, 2021 12:18am When interior designer Carole Whiting needs a break from her busy life in Melbourne, she heads for the hills – Red Hill to be exact. "It's like shaking off my week and putting on some old slippers," she says of coming home to the cottage that she purchased last year, just prior to Covid lockdowns.
A renovated weatherboard in Ballarat designed for modern living
Preserving the hallmarks of this Ballarat home while updating it to modern standards has rewritten its future. May 31, 2021 5:00am Who lives here: A family of four, with two sons under 10. Style of home: A four-bedroom, Victorian-era weatherboard in Ballarat that's been updated with a modern look and improved functionality. Timeline: The owners purchased the property in 2016. Design and planning took place at the beginning of 2017, and the eight-month renovation was complete by December 2018.
What to do in the Vegie Patch in February
Keep your backyard in tip-top shape! Feb 01, 2021 12:34am February is the time to plant and harvest your vegies, combat mildew and encourage the best fruit growth. Garden expert Dale Vine shares his top vegie patch tips for late summer and lets you know why you should keep your tools clean to avoid a patch disaster! What to plant in February Silverbeet, peas, spring onion, carrot, lettuce, beetroot, swede, spinach, rhubarb and broccoli can all be planted now.
Christmas advent calendar bunting: DIY project
Have a go at this christmas craft project and create your own advent calendar bunting. Nov 04, 2020 12:08am bunting-christmas-advent-ACSX12p54 Sick of buying the same old chocolate-filled advent calendars from the supermarket each Christmas? Why not make your own this year? Handmade Christmas decorations not only add a personalised touch to your home, they are a great way to get the family together and in the festive spirit.
A contemporary Toorak home with a cool palette
This 1930s residence boasts the grandeur of art deco design, the fluent ease of modern Australian living and framed views of its leafy Melbourne location. Oct 13, 2020 11:41pm Stylish period homes have one thing in common – they synchronise the romance of the past with our present needs and desires. Getting the balance right, however, is no small task, especially when said home is designed by renowned Australian architect Marcus Martin and has three levels.
How To Make Old Homes Sustainable
You don't need to start from scratch to have a more efficient home. Find out how you can boost your home's environmental credentials with some smart retrofits. Feb 09, 2020 11:00pm Old and existing homes can boost their environmental credentials with the right modifications. Photo: Sharyn Cairns / bauersyndication.com.au Building regulations require today's new homes to be more eco-friendly than ever before.
Glamorous and gritty: Prince Dining Room
The Prince of Wales Hotel has been an integral part of St Kilda’s cultural identity since as far back as 1863. When it came to transforming what was once Circa, the exclusive fine dining restaurant on the first floor, IF Architecture was brought on board to turn it into a casual dining experience. While striving to reinvent and recharge the space, IF has made reference to the site’s long history and reassembled these ideas into an experience that serves the new direction for the dining space.
Edwardian House Transformed Into Modern Home
This Edwardian house became a sleek family home thanks to the work of architect Pat Jost of Jost Architects. Apr 26, 2016 2:09am An Edwardian house can be appreciated for the charm, elegance and history it brings to the street, but in the case of Kate Lawlor and Justin Shanley’s old Melbourne home, it was so dilapidated it could only be appreciated by a family of rats! “It was beyond renovation,” Kate admits.
Mornington Peninsula: One of Australia's most magical up-and-coming destinations
(CNN) — A serene patch of eucalypt forest and pinot vines around 80 kilometers (50 miles) south of Melbourne is not the first place that springs to mind when you mention alchemy. But over the last year or so, Mornington Peninsula has developed a reputation as being, quite simply, magical.
How to create a minimal and contemporary garden
As more and more modern home designs appear in our neighbourhoods, contemporary styling is also making an impact on outdoor spaces. A modern-style garden should have a slick, clean look that feels very open and minimalist – accentuating the sense of space. Here, garden expert Dale Vine gives his top tips on how to achieve clean and contemporary (but not boring!) style in your backyard.
3 Eclectic Homes with Wabi Sabi Style Photos
When designing a room, it can be difficult not to obsess over every nook and cranny, but the new book Perfect Imperfect (Murdoch Books, $22) argues that there is beauty in imperfections. Author and magazine editor Karen McCartney praises the natural differences found in reclaimed, handmade, and timeworn decor, visiting various creative talents around the world to see how they incorporate these pieces into their modern-day homes.
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