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7 cult international homewares brands and where to buy them

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In Australia we are lucky enough to have amazing homegrown designers, but that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate the work of our neighbours overseas. Below are our favourite cult international brands and all the information on where you can get your hands on them.

Designers Guild: Established in 1970 by Tricia Guild, the iconic British brand designs and wholesales furnishing fabrics, wallcoverings, upholstery and bed and bath collections. Known for its brilliant use of colour, pattern and texture, Aussies can purchase Designers Guild homewares through its recently launched online store.

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Missoni Home: The famous Italian fashion house Missoni took its extraordinary textiles into the home in 1983. Featuring an explosion of colour, pattern and luxurious texture, the Missoni Home collection embraces every part of life from bedding and towels to rugs, upholstery and furniture. Available in Australia through Spence and Lyda.

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Pottery Barn: Built on the idea that home furnishings should be exceptional in comfort, quality, style and value, the US brand has quickly become an Aussie favourite. Originally founded in 1948, it features exclusive products, many designed by in-house artists and crafted in the USA. Pottery Barn has stores across Australia and an online shop.

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Cath Kidston: As the home of modern vintage, the British brand has the same mission today as when it began in 1993: to make cheerful, practical products that bring a smile to customers’ faces. Designing everything from fashion and handbags to home furnishings and wallpaper, Cath Kidston is known for its signature prints with a hint of nostalgia. Available in Australia through Piper and Ross.

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Jonathan Adler: Creating luxe furniture and homewares that are seriously designed, but don’t take themselves too seriously, Jonathan Adler began in 1993. With a look that is all about modern American glamour, the US brand has surprisingly humble beginning; with Jonathan (the man not the brand!) launching the business to pursue his first love: pottery. Available in Australia through Coco Republic.

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Marimekko: The Finnish design house is celebrated worldwide for its original prints and colours. Founded in 1951, Marimekko is said to be one of the world’s first real lifestyle brands combining fashion and home decoration into one unique point of view. It has stores in Sydney and Melbourne, as well as an online shop.

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Ferm Living: The Danish design house has become a household name in the world of furniture and homewares thanks to its passion for design, craftsmanship and aesthetics. Each product, whether it is a plant pot, stationery tray, pillow or chair, represents a contemporary and functional approach to Scandinavian design with a hint of mid-century charm. Available in Australia through Designstuff online.

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We hope you liked this list!

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Designers Homewares

Jonathan Adler creates stylish stationery for Officeworks

Bringing his unique and playful aesthetic into work spaces around Australia, American interior design maestro Jonathan Adler has created a chic office range for Officeworks. If you’re looking for a stylish, inspired office space, this collection has you covered. From the Missoni-esque geometric patterns synonymous with the designer to the more restrained black and gold colour palette, this range is hot stuff.

Read on for our top picks…

Jonathan Adler A5 Desk Pad Pink: We love the Greek key trim on this design and the quirky text is signature Adler. $7.99.

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Jonathan Adler Novelty Shape Paper Clips black 12 pack: From the dollar sign to the ampersand, paper clips have never looked this good. $5.99

JA15018GBK_jonathan_adler_novelty_paper_clips_black_12_packJonathan Adler iPad Air 2 Case black: We love the Jackson Pollock vibe of this tech case. $39.99

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Jonathan Adler Magazine File Pink: Brighten up your desk space and keep your magazines or paperwork tidy with this smart file. $16.99.

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Jonathan Adler Glass Dome Magnets Black 6 Pack: Perfect for the fridge or whiteboard, we love these stylish magnets. $12.99.

6Jonathan Adler Printed Decorative Paper Tape Black 3 Pack: There’s few things we like more than smart wrapping and this tape is the finishing touch. $9.99.

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Jonathan Adler Jumbo Sticky Horse Black: Recalling one of Jonathan’s most iconic ceramic designs, we love these horse head sticky notes. $6.99.

1Jonathan Adler Bridget iPhone 6 case pink: Pink, navy and bold , we love the price tag on this phone case too. $19.99.

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Greg Natale on reinventing the modern man cave

By Greg Natale

The concept of the man cave isn’t new. The term’s been used for more than 20 years and the American TV programme Man Cave is now in its 14th season. In its earliest form, the man cave tended to be largely unused space, like a garage, basement or spare bedroom, which became an incubator for a man’s random collection of gadgets, ephemera and memorabilia, usually with little regard for aesthetics or cohesion.

However if my clients are anything to go by, there’s a new breed of Australian male with an altogether different brief for the modern man cave; one that comes from a more refined set of tastes, pastimes and pursuits and one that has more in common with a gentleman’s club than a sports club.

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A guide to choosing & arranging cushions by Greg Natale

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This means that I’m increasingly being asked to help redefine as well as redesign the sophisticated, contemporary man cave and I’m relishing the fresh and inspiring creative opportunities that now presents.

In the foreword of my new book, The Tailored Interior, the great US designer Jonathan Adler likens the rooms I design to a bespoke suit from Savile Row, in that each is clean, simple and always tailored to the occupant’s requirements. And how I approach the modern man cave is no different.

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The starting point is always to find your inspiration. We’re sentimental creatures and most of us have at least one piece of furniture or a collectable that we’re not willing to part with. In the case of the man cave that’s often even more the case as a consequence of longstanding interests and hobbies. One of my clients is a horse lover, so his study’s concept incorporates layers of equine references, but in a way that’s as curated as it is created.

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Of course I’ve designed all sorts of beautiful sanctuaries for my clients. Some are intended simply as relaxing retreats, others dual purpose business/recreational dens and ones that are just for fun, like the very popular home cinema (think Gold Class!).

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An increasing trend in man caves is to showcase the wine cellar. No longer tucked away from view down a set of rickety stairs, a wine collection is now often front and centre as a connected cellar with custom joinery.

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After the concept’s defined, the next step is layering, which becomes the most fundamental component in decorating. For an environment that’s intended as a sanctuary, layering becomes particularly important because of the way it adds warmth, comfort and interest to an interior. It also stamps the client’s personality on a room with various elements working together to ‘tell the story of you’.

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While each client brief is unique, men do often lean towards a darker, rich palette for walls, with opulent textures like suede, leather and timber. It is a luxurious cocoon of sorts, after all.

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While the man cave has historically been the one room in the house that was pardoned from design principles and aesthetics, my male clients also appreciate that they can have an amazing space created for them that is uniquely theirs but one which remains a harmonious design continuum with the rest of the home. Which has got to be a win-win for everyone!

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–Greg Natale is Belle Coco Republic Interior Designer of the Year 2014 and was recently named the inaugural recipient of the Editors’ Medal at (inside) Interior Design Review’s 2014 Interior Design Excellence Awards. His first book, The Tailored Interior, is available at all good bookstores or online via Bookworld.

Photography of Greg’s work by Anson Smart.

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7 Vignettes inspiration from Greg Natale as his book launches

Greg Natale’s wonderful book, The Tailored Interior, launches today, and we couldn’t be more excited! I’m a long time fan of Greg’s and he was one of the first interior designers I interviewed for this blog more than three years ago. I have come to know Greg and his award-winning work well so I was very honoured last year, when he asked if I’d help him with his first (of many, I’m sure) book. As a writer and an interiors addict, it was a bit of a dream come true, and to finally see this book in all its hard cover glory is such a thrill (it just wasn’t the same in Word doc and PDF format)! It’s out today and call me biased, but I thoroughly recommend you buy a copy!

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It’s a given that this book is full of stunning imagery (by renowned interiors photographer, Anson Smart) but what’s really exciting is that almost all of it has never been published or seen anywhere before. I know keeping this work, which he is extremely proud of, under wraps, was a big challenge for Greg, but I think he made the right call. I expect people will be surprised and impressed by the way in which Greg’s work has evolved. While it’s still clearly his style, it really has moved on and I think it’s exciting and a real treat for readers.

It’s not just pretty pictures either, although we all love them! Having worked on the words with Greg, I learned so much, which I am now constantly applying to my own home! Whether it’s contrast, scale, colour and pattern, cohesion or even just the starting point that has you baffled, you can learn from Greg’s easy to follow advice, tips and tricks. There’s also a great directory of places to shop, both here in Australia, overseas and online. The foreword is by the fabulous Jonathan Adler.

To celebrate the book launch today (published by Hardie Grant and available in all good book shops), Greg has exclusively shared with us these seven images (above) from the book featuring styled vignettes, which he hopes will give you some inspiration for this month’s Instagram challenge, which also starts today. Thanks, Greg!

Some places you can buy The Tailored Interior online now: Angus & Robertson, Book Depository and Booktopia.

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An easy and cost effective way to shop for homewares in the US

Jonathan Adler's to die for agate coasters

Brought to you by ShopandBox

I’m sure it’s not just me that sees must-have things on Instagram (always!) and in international mags and is disappointed when they find out they can’t get them shipped from America or elsewhere overseas. Or maybe it’s possible but the shipping cost for one item is almost as much as the item, right? It’s times like this Australia seems so far away from everywhere else and often, let’s face it, the last to get its hands on some of the good stuff. There are many options out there to get around this, such as companies that give you a virtual address in the States and then forward your shopping onto you at a cost. Now there’s something a little different, and in my opinion and experience, easier and better!

Jonathan Adler's to die for agate coasters
Jonathan Adler’s to-die-for agate coasters

Melbourne-based ShopandBox gave me a $400 credit to try their service for myself and write an honest review. I had just returned from New York where I regretted not buying all sorts of things, particularly the divine gilt-edged agate coasters from my favourite Jonathan Adler (since this time, Coco Republic have started stocking JA furniture and homewares in Australia which is fantastic news!).

The beauty of ShopandBox is that they assign you a ‘boxer’ (a real life person who you get to chat with), then you can make multiple small orders (or I should say they make) from different places (both online and bricks and mortar stores). When your stuff arrives to them, they then put it all together in the smallest (cheapest) possible box and carefully pack it for international shipping. You can choose to have items removed from their packaging so you can fit more in a smaller box. And they’ll let you know, as my boxer Lily did, if you have extra space for more small things if you want to keep ordering, with no extra shipping cost to worry about. Cool, huh?

There are endless uses for this mini glam gold zebra tray
There are endless uses for this mini glam gold zebra tray

I found the entire experience really easy, friendly and organised. Lily kept me updated every step of the way. You receive email alerts and then log into your account where you can see all your messages to each other in chronological order. Lily highlighted the fact that the lamps I wanted to order from West Elm (not available in the Australian stores) might not work here in Australia so rather than take the risk, I removed them from my order. I also added cosmetics like Essie nail polish (half the price you pay here) and my favourite NARS foundation to fill dead space. Lily suggested buying them from a different website to the one I suggested because their prices were better and they offered free domestic shipping. Of course, I couldn’t stick to just one thing from Jonathan Adler and also ordered a ceramic box, small vase and two little trays. Perfect coffee table items!

Images sent to me by my boxer when my items arrived to her
Images sent to me by my boxer when my items arrived to her

When my items arrived to Lily she sent me photos of them all to check it was all correct before wrapping and boxing them up. I received another message when my box had been shipped and a number to track it. It took a mere three days by DHL Express. I also ended up with a whole lot of free samples from the website my cosmetics were ordered from. Nice surprise!

So, you want to know how much this all costs and whether it outweighs the potential savings, right? Here’s that all-important info:

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The service fee changes depending on which country and which currency you’re shopping from/in (you can also use the service to shop from the UK, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and France) and the total value of your purchases. It’s anywhere between 10 and 14%. If boxers have to visit bricks and mortar stores because your goods can’t be ordered online, you can negotiate a fee with the boxer on top of the tiered fee. Shipping fees are transparent and there’s a shipping calculator on the site. Got a question? Read their FAQs here.

My bill

The cost of my shopping and the domestic shipping fees (to the boxer’s address) was $485.28, the international shipping cost $71.84 (very reasonable and stupidly quick, in my opinion) and the service fee (of 13%) was $63.09.

So the total cost with all shipping and fees taken into account was US$620.21 via ShopandBox vs. US$725.37 without: a saving of US$105.16. Not to mention how much time and effort was saved through working with Lily! Now I’m wondering what homewares I can buy from other countries. Linen from France… sigh…

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Interiors Addict readers can get 10% off their service fee by quoting ‘Jen Bishop 10% voucher’ on their message board, after which they’ll be contacted by the ShopandBox team with a voucher to use. The voucher can be used for Invoice 2 only (see graphic above).

Disclosure: This is an honest review and positive coverage was not guaranteed. I received a credit for $400 and ShopandBox paid my international shipping and service fees. I paid for anything over and above the $400. I am happy to recommend this service and would love to hear how you get on with it!

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Covet my coffee table: with interior designer Diane Bergeron

Diane Bergeron is a renowned interior designer based in Melbourne and founder of the new Mercer School of Interior Design. Today, she shares the contents of her eBay find coffee table with us!

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“I have a huge assortment of books because I love to have my inspiration at my fingertips,” Diane says. “One of my most cherished books is the special edition of Windows at Bergdorf Goodman because it’s aspirational and it chronicles the amazing work of one of my oldest friends, David Hoey.

“My coffee table is covered in books of my favourite photographers and artists such as Slim Aarons, Alex Katz and Elizabeth Peyton. I took the names for my Arthur G furniture line from inspirational women and that’s how the Peyton sofa got its name.

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“The coffee table itself was one of my happiest finds on eBay. We had to get it delivered from Sydney but it was worth it. The ceramic impression of Roy Lichtenstein’s Girl with Hair Ribbon was handmade by my daughter Coco. I found both the vintage brass ram’s head bust on a lucite plinth and the gorgeous marble obelisks at antique stores while I was still living in America but you can find like items at Graham Geddes for those shopping locally.

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Diane Bergeron

“I’m obsessed with my natural and gold agate coasters ($125) from Jonathan Adler because they add a unique touch and texture to the whole setting. The decorative gold bone inlay box is another one-off from America but you can find like items at Safade in Melbourne.

Find out more about the Mercer School of Interior Design and its courses.

See all our previous featured coffee tables.

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Coco Republic bring Jonathan Adler furniture to Australia — finally!

In news I’ve been waiting for, Coco Republic has announced its exclusive introduction of Jonathan Adler furniture and homewares to Australia, in stores later this month. I could not be more excited! Come on, just look at these pictures!

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Headquartered in New York, potter, designer, and author Jonathan Adler is celebrated globally for his unique aesthetic of irreverent luxury and the spirit of style, craft, and joy he brings to everything he makes. I have long been a fan and have even imported his furniture from the States myself, which wasn’t all that simple!

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Anthony Spon Smith, executive director of Coco Republic, adds: “Jonathan Adler is one of the most successful and prolific designers around so we are thrilled to be exclusively bringing the full collection to Australia. The brand has so much personality and character that we know is going to resonate well with our clients.”

It seems Jonathan is a big fan of Coco too: “A trip to Australia isn’t complete without visiting Coco Republic; it’s the eighth wonder of the world. I’m so excited to be working with them to bring the full assortment of our line down under. Australia has some of the best designers, stylists and magazines in the world, and they all love Coco Republic as much as I do. They’re the perfect partner.”

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Coco Republic will be the exclusive Australian stockist for furniture by Jonathan Adler and will be introducing an extensive range of homewares. Launching later this month at Coco Republic’s showrooms in Sydney’s Alexandria and Melbourne’s Richmond, new pieces will continue to arrive throughout spring.

I had a mini meltdown of happiness recently at JA’s Soho store in New York, where I wanted to buy ALL OF THE THINGS (but my suitcase wouldn’t allow it). I’m consequently very worried for my credit card!

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Look out for an interview with Jonathan on Interiors Addict in the not too distant future.

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Interiors Addict’s adventures in New York

There is so much to do in the Big Apple and this month, my second trip to NYC, despite being a generous nine days long, passed in a flash. I had a fantastic time though, sightseeing, eating, drinking and shopping. As far as homewares shopping goes, you just can’t beat it and I had so much fun and left super inspired.

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Jonathan Adler, Soho

I want to share with you everywhere I shopped, ate and explored. And of course, the Sex and the City tour! Want to know more? Head on over to Expedia’s blog, where I share all the details! Happy reading!

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ABC Carpet and Home
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TOMS x Jonathan Adler shoes and sunnies

Is there nothing Jonathan Adler isn’t putting his name to lately? Just recently I saw his luggage range for Tumi and last week I was sent a pair of his shoes for TOMS. Cute eh? Perfect for next time I hit the beach. And TOMS are a fantastic brand, as for each pair sold they give a pair to a child in need (ten million so far!)

Jonathan’s limited edition range comprises sunglasses, canvas shoes and sandals in his bold signature prints. These are a great collector’s item for Adler fans and all for a great cause! “I’ve been a longtime fan, wearer and devotee of TOMS,” Jonathan said. “When the collaboration came about I was ecstatic because it felt right and organic. I wanted the spirit of TOMS to reflect the spirit of my work, which is what I call style, craft and joy.”

The shoes and sandals are $65 and the sunglasses from $180 (prices in Australian dollars and subject to change dependent on the exchange rate) Buy online from the US store for delivery to Australia.

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The 5 stunning homes shortlisted in the Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards 2014

Call it a first world problem, but I’m devastated to be missing this year’s Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards (on account of being in Europe) as it’s always such a great event and celebration. My excitement always starts on receiving the year’s finalists and I’m delighted to share with you sideshows of five homes shortlisted in the residential category. I must disclose my own personal bias towards my friend Greg Natale (whose forthcoming book I was lucky enough to work on with him). He has not one but two houses in this category! My favourite is the Croydon House.

Clearly each one of these homes is exceptional though. Enjoy the house porn!

The East Brisbane House by Greg Natale Design

The Croydon House by Greg Natale Design

The Avenue by Arent & Pyke

Arthouse by Sarah Davison Interior Design

Flinders House by Susi Leeton

The Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards, now in their fourth year, acknowledge excellence in Australian interior design and decoration and celebrate the best of the best in this ever-progressive industry. Awards are given in categories spanning the residential, commercial, corporate and hospitality sectors.

This year’s judging panel includes Coco Republic executive director Anthony Spon-Smith, Belle editor-in-chief Neale Whitaker and interior designer and blogger Dana Tomic-Hughes. The awards’ international judge is celebrated New York-based designer and retailer Jonathan Adler. Impressive stuff!

In the ultimate Belle Coco Republic Interior Designer of the Year category, finalists have been selected based upon careful consideration of the overall body of work submitted. The finalists for the big prize are:

I must say it’s fantastic to see so many women represented this year.

The announcement of all the award finalists, accompanied by images of their work, will be revealed in Belle’s new May issue, which goes on sale today (Monday 7 April).

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Belle Editor-in-chief Neale Whitaker said: “The quality of work in this year’s awards is exceptional. It’s the most exciting year yet. Every year it seems Australian interior designers are getting more innovative, more creative and more willing to push the envelope.”

The winners will be announced on 14 May at a champagne reception held at Coco Republic’s Sydney showroom. The winner of the Belle Coco Republic Interior Designer of the Year will receive two return flights to Maison et Objet, Paris, plus Parisi bathroom products to the value of $6000 and a $3000 Cadrys rug voucher. Prize packages in all categories include a $1,000 Coco Republic voucher, a $1,000 Cadrys rug voucher and a $1,000 Parisi voucher.

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Today’s online find: bargain agate coasters

I love agate coasters. I bought mine from one of those gorgeous country town markets ages ago. And I lust after the Jonathan Adler gilt-edged versions on a regular basis. Now Zakkia is stocking them (sans gold) at a very reasonable $8.90 each.

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They come in 3 colours and are sold individually so you can mix and match. Spend over $99 to get free shipping. Adding some of their gorgeous door/drawer knobs to your basket may help you get there….

This Scandi-style tray ($29.90) also caught my eye while I was browsing…

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The design lover’s guide to New York

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As a homewares shopping starting point, no trip to NYC is complete without visiting the legendary American stores Anthropologie and Jonathan Adler! I would usually add West Elm and Pottery Barn to this list but, luckily for us, they’re now open in Australia (just Sydney for now but West Elm opens in Melbourne too, later this month).

Design lovers cannot go past the Jonathan Adler stores to pick up a quirky piece or a signature colourful, patterned cushion or throw. Friends of Interiors Addict Kate and Lu, from The Ooh Blog, were lucky enough to go on a trip earlier this year. “I developed a devastating idol crush on this uber fun designer a few years ago and it felt a little bit stupid really that I had never physically stepped foot inside one of his stores,” says Lu, an interior designer in Sydney. “I had a moment on the front steps then delved into a happy-chic paradise full of colour and pattern and retro, regency gorgeousness. It was a little overwhelming to see the pieces I’ve been frothing over online for years in the flesh but I was so thrilled to find that Jonathan, who began his career as a potter, is one seriously talented individual and his product is of an incredible standard and well worth the slightly heftier price tag. His tongue-in-cheek approach to decorating is evident in many pieces like the hilarious Delirium Coasters while others like the Desmond Screen are effortlessly chic.”

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Shipporter: your answer to ordering bulky furniture from your favourite American websites?

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Last year I was given the opportunity to check out the new Shipporter service and share the results with you. If you’ve ever lusted after homewares and furniture from American brands like Jonathan Adler and Restoration Hardware (and, until recently Pottery Barn and West Elm, but we have them here in Sydney now!), you may have considered using a service like this. Maybe the shipping cost was too high or they didn’t actually offer shipping to Australia. I’ve often fallen in love with rugs from American stores that they won’t ship here, even though they’ll ship smaller, lighter items.

Shipporter claims to offer you the opportunity to buy almost anything, any size, from any USA, China or UK/Europe website, even if they say they don’t ship to Australia. Tempting, right? Especially when our dollar is strong. You just need a little patience while you wait for your item to arrive by sea. I decided to try it out for myself by ordering this Jonathan Adler chair (US$650) for my bedroom back in December. The shipping cost through Shipporter was $191.

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You place your order and Shipporter take care of the rest. So, here’s what happened in my experience.

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What’s not to love about rattan furniture?

Rattan furniture is having a serious revival, don’t you think? Everywhere I look, I’m seeing peacock chairs and bedheads, brought bang up to date with the latest paint colours. I also love old school, untreated rattan paired with wonderful contrasting textiles on cushions and linen.

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The patterns in pieces like this screen also work well with the trend for geometrics. If you have the patience and a creative streak, you can pick up some secondhand gems at op shops or on eBay and give them a new lease of life by painting them yourself.

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If, like me, you’re a bit useless like that, you can buy it in just about every colour under the sun. All of the furniture pictured is by Lincoln Brooks, used by many of the country’s top interior designers but also available to retail customers through stores like EcoChic and Naturally Cane. It’s lightweight, affordable, eco-friendly, made from natural materials and can work both indoor and out. Plus, it’s easily given a new look with new upholstery should you move house or change your colour scheme, for example. So versatile!

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Jonathan Adler sale at Opus Design Co

This weekend, for two days only, Opus Design Co is having 10% off across its entire Jonathan Adler range, much of which is exclusive to the store. Here are some of my JA favourites at Opus.

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Jonathan Adler Muse Sugar Pot

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Why Abigail Ahern loves Australia and our obsession with interiors

The legendary British interior designer Abigail Ahern was blown away by the reception she received while in Australia recently, describing it as “the best thing I’ve done to date”.

Her masterclasses at Megan Morton’s The School were a sellout. “We sold 90% of the seats within the first few days of putting them on the site,” says Abigail. “I was so overwhelmed, flattered and delighted by the response. The Australian people are so warm and friendly. I was blown away by how many fans we have in Australia. I had an absolute blast and cannot wait to get back over to do more.”

We don’t have to wait long for our next Abigail fix either, as she has just been confirmed as a speaker at February’s Decoration + Design trade fair in Sydney.

Abigail says our climate makes Australian interiors different. “In Northern Europe we spend far longer inside than outside and our light is very different. Being soft we can dabble with dark sludgy hues much more easily (something which I am pretty obsessed with).

“Australian interiors tend to brighter and lighter and tend to hone in on one vibe, whether that’s traditional or contemporary or rustic and in Europe I think we tend to mix far more different periods and styles in more of a kaleidoscopic, ad hoc way. Obviously a lot of that has to do with geography and accessibility of stuff.

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Opus Design Co opens in Paddington tomorrow

OPUS Design Co, the furniture and design store, will open its doors in Sydney’s Paddington tomorrow (Saturday) and Interiors Addict has a sneak peek for you.

Featuring internationally recognised brands such as Jonathan Adler, Seletti and Voluspa, the new store will offer an exciting range of furniture, decor, lighting, homeware, gifts and designer kid’s items.

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Interiors porn with Greg Natale

I’m a huge fan of Greg Natale‘s work, you probably all know that by now. And I’ve interviewed Greg and know him well, but I was still keen to attend his session at Coco Republic Design School, especially when I heard he’d be sharing photos of never-before-seen projects. What a treat. And I wasn’t disappointed. Friday morning was, for me, three hours of interiors porn! Loved it! Greg shared photos of some of his most beautiful work, talked about his inspiration, where he sources things, how he runs his business and what’s important in creating interiors that work.

Starting at the very beginning, Greg told he us he was “one of those freaky kids” who knew what they wanted to be from a really early age. Dressing himself and having a very strong sense of personal style from the age of 10, he spent the summer of 1986 ripping down all his parents’ seventies wallpaper. Can you imagine mini Greg doing this? I so can!

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