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New Grand Designs Home Collection brings the outside in

Given that most of the homes that feature on Grand Designs Australia are focussed on making the most of their natural surrounds, nature seemed the perfect starting point for the latest Grand Designs Home Collection. From elm to oak, linen, wool, glass, ceramics and hide, the new collection is a celebration of nature and is ideal for injecting on-trend texture into a space.

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“The inspiration behind the range was to craft a timeless furniture and home collection that won’t date. To achieve this, we have primarily focussed on natural fibres and textures. In addition, we have also incorporated a natural colour palette to enhance its timeless appeal,” says brand manager Maggie Lijovic.

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So much texture. Swoon!

Of particular note are the elm tables that are crafted from reclaimed doors, the handmade wooden vases and the woven textiles. For a cushion freak like myself, that part of the range is particularly exciting – there is texture for days! “Our Braxton Side Table and Coffee Table tell compelling life stories. Each table top is crafted from elm wood that once belonged to a functional door, whilst the table legs are former structural beams. The fact that we have used reclaimed wood to build this furniture gives each piece unique nuances,” says Maggie.

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Reclaimed timber coffee table

The range also features lots of oversized, statement-making pieces. “In developing the collection we also wanted to offer pieces of scale. Many pieces are oversized and this lets them make a grand statement in any setting, whilst also being highly functional for practical home living.”

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“I particularly love the hide range – including cushions, floor rug, pouf and chair. The exquisite natural texture and silver tones add brilliant luxury to a room. As these are natural products – each item is unique and will have an individual character of its own that comes through in patterning and colour,” says Maggie.

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The hide collection

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Modern bohemia: This loft-style home is full of upcycled finds

Proving that money is no obstacle when it comes to creating beautiful, interesting interiors, this owner-built Byron Bay house is bursting with warmth and personality. The home of Kit Scholley, one half of the mother/daughter interior styling and staging duo Alida & Miller (we recently featured her mum’s beautiful abode), this home started out as a simple shed before being transformed with an assortment of upcycled finds.

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Kitchen

“I am proud all of the repurposed and reworked furniture we used in our home as we really had no limits or creative boundaries. All of our sinks are antique sideboards that we have put old iron sinks into and our kitchen is actually two antique vintage buffets from India. We took the tops off them, tiled them and cut out a hole before finishing them with a beautiful porcelain butler’s sink,” says Kit of the home she shares with her husband and two sons.

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Lounge room complete with pool table and mirror ball

Essentially a large, open-plan shed, the home was built by Kit’s husband, father and friends over a one-year period. “We built the shed when I was 25, and had a small budget so we did have a few limitations and restrictions but I wanted to be very true to the fact that it was just a great big old shed. I wanted it to have New York loft type feels, so I tried to stay true to the scale and the open layout of a traditional loft.

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Bedroom

“I thought it would be a great feature to have massive open living spaces and I wanted the sheer scale of the house to catch your attention when you first enter through the front door. I think we achieved this,” says Kit.

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The 7-metre long dining table

And while the space is large, the styling gives it a cosy and inviting vibe. “I wanted the large space to also feel very warm and homely so I made lots of little snug sitting areas and living spaces, all with an eclectic feel using lots of beautiful timbers and clashing fabrics and colours alongside big rugs all over the floor to soften the concrete slab,” says Kit.

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Kids’ area

While her background is in fashion styling and art direction, it seems Kit was destined for interiors – she was drawn to set design on photo shoots. “Having been brought up with professional renovators it was in my blood I would say, so when people started offering me money to style their houses I knew that perhaps a career shift was on the cards!” Kit who now works alongside her mother Margaret in their Byron Bay business.

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Photography: Jessie Prince

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Big botanicals: Rachel Castle’s new FERN collection

Designed to complement existing Castle wares, the new FERN collection from Rachel Castle caught our eye recently, with its bold botanical vibe. “We’re constantly doodling this and that in the studio and we loved this little fern motif so much that we just bit the bullet and put together a full bedding range with it. We love it and so far our customers do too!  It’s playful and strong but still quite neutral if you can say this about a big overall motif pattern,” says Rachel.

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“The butterscotch palette is like a grey marle – it’s super easy to work back with every other colour in our range. We added the big lilac stripe and little spot because we reckon this is THE best colour pairing alongside the butterscotch.”

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That adorable sausage dog knitted cotton throw will be available online next week

A hallmark of the brand, Rachel’s pillowcases and cushions have always been some of the best around and they also happen to be some of her favourite pieces in the new range. “Our favourite pieces, like always, are the pillowcase combinations. The Fern and the Stripe and the Spot are all super gorgeous together. Throw in a plain velvet cushion in watermelon and it’s an instantly happy little story,” says Rachel.

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“The beauty of our ranges is that they all mix and match.  We are very particular about making sure that something from this season works back perfectly with the last, and with the staple items that have been in our range for years.  So it’s never about a new full bed, it’s about adding accents to the ones you currently have.  All the new Fern pieces work back beautifully with our charcoal pegboard and multi spot ranges too. All the combinations are SUPER GOOD!” says Rachel with her trademark enthusiasm.

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Beautiful bedheads: Anna Spiro & Heatherly Design collaborate

Featuring interior designer Anna Spiro’s latest textile collection, these new bedheads from Heatherly Design are rather swoon-worthy. The designer’s signature love of pattern is very much on show in the Australian-made range. “My bedroom is my sanctuary. This new collection brings together some of my favourite new fabrics with Heatherly Designs’ loving care, bespoke craftsmanship and attention to detail,” says Anna.

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‘Luella’ bedhead

“We are committed to supporting Australian industries and when Heatherly Design approached us about this exciting collaboration, we jumped on board without hesitation. The handcrafted nature of Heatherly’s bedroom furnishings sits perfectly with our artisanal hand screenprinted fabrics. The fact that the entire end product is crafted here in Australia makes us very proud,” says Anna.

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‘Clareville’ bedhead

Heatherly Designs creator and director Georgie Leckey is similarly chuffed with the collaboration. “I am so proud to introduce this collection, the first of my Art Series. The designs are truly unique and a true reflection of our combined taste and style, as well as a fresh take on our individual creative inspiration.” Georgie has long been a fan of Anna’s work and created these styled shots in collaboration with the designer.

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‘Genevieve’ bedhead

My favourite from the range, the Clareville bedhead, features a deep blue Anna Spiro fabric Kahuna with contrast piping. “The bedhead is teamed with a Kaka Duck fabric Fenwick chair and Adele footstool at the end of the bed finished in the charming Paniola print. This bedroom was inspired by a recent visit to Clareville, a stunning little inlet north of Sydney, where the pace is slow, the boats are charming and the feeling is good! I am sure the end result has more than captured this emotion,” says Georgie.

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‘Luella’ bedhead

Featuring plenty of texture and layering, the Luella bedhead looks fabulous finished in Anna’s Leilani fabric and the Genevieve single beds look gorgeous in the designer’s Kahuna Multi fabric too – perfect for a shared girls’ room. “We hope to encourage mums to be more confident in having a bit of fun with fabric selection and colours – Kahuna teamed with Kaka Duck cushions and other stunning accessories is a great way of expressing this,” says Georgie.

Prices start from $1,990. Shop online.

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Kate & Kate’s summer 16/17 range inspired by Byron Bay

Designed in Byron Bay, Kate & Kate’s summer 16/17 collection brings more of the design hallmarks that have made the brand famous – think natural fibres, geometrics, understatement and deft use of colour.

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“Eastern Point was inspired by the landscape and culture of Australia’s most transportive coastal retreats. Kate and I designed the bulk of the collection in stunning Byron Bay and I think the designs definitely reflect this. A study of contrasts, the collection features free-form shapes alongside stark geometric design, luxurious natural fibres, and for the first time, stunning natural linen and hand-woven cotton,” says Kate Pascoe Squires, one half of the Melbourne-based brand.

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Versatile linen throw

Something of a cult item for Kate & Kate, their linen throws are back this season too and they are still as versatile as ever. From a lightweight blanket for the couch or bed, to a wall hanging, beach throw, table cloth or picnic rug there’s nothing better than a multi-tasking homewares item. Designed to fade, they’ll look even better with time.

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Gorgeous linen tea towels – we’d be inclined to frame a pair of them as an affordable art alternative.

“We’ve moved towards natural linen for summer, unbleached and beautifully soft. The designs are so fun, super graphic with bursts of pink, navy, green and copper. Linen throws as wall hangings, tea towels that feel like art and beautifully detailed napkins. It’s summer, ready to go,” says Kate.

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The brand has branched out this season too with a new collection of 100 percent cotton, hand-loomed blankets and cushions, in crisp white. “I am in love our new season White Night throw and cushions. Hand woven, they are amazingly tactile and the perfect weight for summer. Oh, and there is a little bit of pom pom and tassel action too.  Joy!”

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The new ‘White Knight’ cotton range

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Aloha! Anna Spiro’s debut textile range is inspired by Hawaii

Famed most recently for her stunning and original makeover of Halcyon House (the most Instagrammed and pinned hotel in Australia last year btw!), Anna Spiro has just launched her first textile collection, in collaboration with her brother Sam, and it’s inspired by the lush landscapes of Hawaii.

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Titled ‘Lanikai,’ the spring ’15 range is inspired by the designer’s frequent trips to the tropical destination with her family. “It is a place my entire family feels a great connection to and I think that some of my happiest days have been spent there resting, living a beautiful life,” says Anna of the range that features exotic fabrics names such as Marigold, Paniola, Kaka Duck and Kahuna. “This collection of fabrics reflects our love for the place – the kindness and warmth of the people there and the sublime summers by the beach. It has a sort of Aloha spiritedness to it,” says Anna.

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Some decorative prints from the debut range

And while traditional Hawaiian prints don’t instantly scream style, this collection is a sophisticated outing that blends dots with whimsical florals and decorative stripes in a muted, retro palette of mango, cherry and navy. The fabrics are perfect for recreating Anna’s trademark bohemian, layered, mix-and-match aesthetic in your home and will work across curtains, cushions, upholstery and lampshades too.

Made in Australia, in an attempt to aid the diminishing Australian textile industry , the hard-wearing fabrics are also screen printed by hand. “I’m a stickler for quality and we want to celebrate that we’ve made the fabrics here and used the best artisans possible. We feel great pride in the fact that our customers will be buying a product that’s homegrown,” says Anna.

Anna Spiro Textiles are available from select retailers across Australia and the USA but you can also shop online.

 

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Get closer to nature with luxurious textiles from House of Six

The creation of Brazilian-born Sydneysider Karina Pires, House of Six’s range of blankets and cushions are made by hand using a variety of natural materials including wool, cotton, linen and rope.

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“I love working with natural fibres as I feel closer to nature that way. Limited collections like these cannot be replicated on mass and that is a luxury. It’s usually reflected in the price tag but the right product will always find the right home or buyer – it’s like mutual appreciation.”

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The latest collection, titled ‘Mandarins and Aprons,’ is inspired by the designer’s early life. “It feeds from my childhood memories where I spent a lot of time on my grandparents’ farm in Brazil. Life was simple and the days were playful and slow, I remember my Nona wearing faded checked aprons and cooking for us. It was important to me to reflect on that, especially in such over-saturated media days, and capture that feeling,” says Karina.

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The handwoven blankets and cushions certainly have an air of nostalgia about them — no doubt due to their handmade nature. “It is the connection of the maker’s hand directly with a handmade product that I love — the immersion of the maker into the process,” says Karina.

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“The time to create a handwoven piece depends on the technique, type of loom and yarn. I usually sample a full piece in a couple of weeks in between having to attend to other work. Small samples are quicker and can be done in a day, they allow you to test the yarn and get a feel for the textile,” says Karina of the often time-consuming process.

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House of Six currently has a limited collection of handwoven blankets and cushions available at Koskela but you can also buy the range online.

Photography by Annabelle Hickson

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We love: The new hand-printed textiles from Aqua Door Designs

We love a fabulous original printed textile here at Interiors Addict which is why the latest tableware and cushion range from Aqua Door Designs has piqued our interest. Featuring an array of gorgeous patterns ranging from delicate broderie anglaise on linen to moth, ink splatter and tribal motifs, this collection has us suddenly wanting to dress up our dining table again!

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Tribal tablecloth – one of our faves!

Originally from country NSW, Aqua Door Designs designer Angela Richardson has drawn on her rural childhood to create the new range. “Following my previous range which featured neon accents and tonal brights, my rural-NSW school friends informed me that I had turned all Queenslander on them!” says Angela, who now resides in the sunshine state.

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‘Algarve’ tablecloth

“I’ve created a warmer palette for the new range with tones that capture the serene country landscape I grew up with,” says Angela of the collection that includes tablecloths, table runners, napkins, tea towel and cushion covers that are individually screenprinted by hand using non-toxic water-based inks. All of Angela’s designs are original and originate from either a drawing or painting.

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‘Moth’ table runner

Unlike her previous work, this range features more subdued colours including plenty of blue. “I always include blue in some format because it’s everyone’s favourite. I’ve gone with cornflower which works beautifully with the lace and linen, and the indigo tablecloth is an absolute standout. But I’m also loving the introduction of charcoal to the range. It’s versatile like black, without the harshness,” says Angela.

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‘Broderie anglaise’ tablecloth and napkin

When asked whether this new subdued aesthetic is a permanent design departure, the designer is non-committal. “Who knows, next year I might get my bright Queensland vibe on again!”

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‘Splatter’ table runner

Photography: Amanda Prior | Styling: Danielle Selig

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Amazing woven wall hangings by Sydney sisters Crossing Threads

Looking at their impressive work, it’s hard to believe Sydney sisters Lauren and Kassandra Hernandez, otherwise known as Crossing Threads, only started weaving last year! Inspired by nature, their highly textured wall hangings are created using a variety of upcycled fabrics and yarns including linen, calico, Pima cotton, alpaca wool, cotton roping, sisal roping, bamboo, merino roving and silk.

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“Our work is highly organic, raw, abundant and overloaded with texture. We love to work with neutrals exploring various textures and yarns of similar tones. Each piece is tactile, lush and has a whimsical bohemian feel, while also being an extension of mother nature,” says Lauren, who finds plenty of creative inspiration in her home town.

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“Living in Sydney, we have access to the amazing sandstone coastline with its stunning rock formations and organic lines. There are so many amazing bushwalks and lookouts nearby – we aim to get a dose of the outdoors weekly. The beautiful textures of eucalyptus gum trees continue to mesmerise us as do the tangled roots of the many majestic trees found in Surry Hills, Centennial Park and Nielsen Park. These are just some of our favourite locations we love to visit and get inspired,” says Lauren.

The sisters’ newly developed ‘interknot’ technique also allows them to weave a variety of unexpected finds into their works too. “Distinguished by the layering and intertwining of hand knotted chains in a graduating direction, we have integrated found objects such as gemstones, seas shells and trinkets creating a unique aesthetic,” says Lauren.

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Largely self-taught, the sisters only started weaving after attending a tapestry workshop at Sydney store Koskela, in early 2015. “Since the workshop, we have been self-taught and through trial and error we have experimented to get where we are today. We never thought this hobby-turned-passion project and now business would be something we would continue to pursue and enjoy. It truly is rewarding!”

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And with handmade wares currently enjoying the limelight, Crossing Threads is perfectly positioned to capitalise on the trend. “With the home decor market saturated with designer knock-offs and same-same-but-different pieces, we can see why people are looking for alternatives that are one of a kind and embody a unique character. People are recognising the value of handmade and the craftsmanship and effort poured into each piece, and they are also willing to pay for it. We believe this trend will endure because people connect with these pieces – they may either evoke a sense of nostalgia, admiration for traditional culture or simply the human connection that a piece has been created by someone’s bare hands,” says Lauren.

And speaking of hands, the sisters certainly have theirs full between running the business while juggling full-time jobs in advertising (Lauren) and the financial services industry (Kassandra).

Prices start at around $200. Shop online.

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Annie Sloan’s gorgeous paint colours now available as fabrics

If you have even a passing interest in interiors, you’re no doubt aware of the famed British artist and decorative paint guru Annie Sloan. Much loved by up-cyclers the world over, Annie’s Chalk Paint (released in 1990), is the go-to product when revamping old furniture or homewares for its simple, primer-free application. Annie fans will be overjoyed to hear that the Brit has just released a range of 10 new cotton/linen blend fabrics that combine her most popular colours. And it’s no surprise that, like her popular chalk paints, the colour palette is pretty delectable.

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“Colour combinations are the linchpin to all my work, both for painted furniture and interiors. I don’t believe that colours exist on their own – they are part of the colour story. My new range of linens is, for me, a total triumph as at last I have woven fabrics dyed to match the exact colours from my paint range. I have chosen these colours carefully to make both vibrant and strong, as well as subtle and soft, combinations,” says Annie.

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The fabrics have been tumbled to ensure they have a super soft texture while remaining strong and durable enough for upholstery use. Also, because each fabric is a combination of two of Annie’s chalk paint colours, they are the perfect complement to her existing range.  So now, you can upcyle your favourite chair with a combination of Annie’s paint and fabric too!

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The combinations include Aubusson and Provence, Louis Blue and Graphite, French Linen and Old White, Scandinavian Pink and Provence, Emperor’s Silk and Florence, Coco and Duck Egg Blue, English Yellow and Antibes Green, Napoleonic Blue and Barcelona Orange, Emile and Graphite, Old White and Violet.

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With 25 books (printed in 11 languages) and an ever-expanding range of interior products stocked via 1,500 stockists across the world, Annie is quite the decorating gun.

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Art Hide’s new range – cowhides have never looked so stylish!

Just as their moniker suggests, the boutique leather brand Art Hide use cowhides to weave creative magic in producing their stunning, artistic wares. “Art Hide aims to take the raw aesthetic of a beautiful, natural textile to a whole new level. Our range adds warmth and texture to a space while looking cool and modern, yet classic at the same time. It’s durable, super easy to maintain and fabulous with kids!” says says Art Hide’s Kura Perkins (a former PR executive) who set up the business with her sister Bree Hay-Hendry (a textile and fashion designer) in 2009.

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The fabulous range includes originally designed floor rugs, cushions, furniture and accessories that are created using ethically sourced leather products.  “Art Hide’s premium quality cowhide is sourced as a by-product of the meat industry from regulated tanneries, where methods involved in tanning and dyeing are always safe for workers and are non-pollutant,” says Kura.

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Aside from human rights abuses, unethical practices often result in a substandard product too. “Inferior hide rugs usually use cheap cotton thread that unravels and snaps, causing the rug to come apart. Often the hide has a dull quality and may smell because of substandard tanning practices and/or it may thin very quickly. Many are produced from factory scraps in India or Bangladesh, where unregulated tannery conditions are polluted and dangerous for workers,” says Kura.

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The range is truly different to anything else on the market and we love the way the sisters have reimagined the textile. “We use contemporary design and colour and a range of innovative hide finishing techniques, such as laser burning, while still respecting and playing to the strengths of cowhide’s natural beauty. Our pieces have the ability to take the average interior to the sublime,” says Kura.

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The company offer a bespoke service too. “We work with clients to create pieces that are truly tailor made. Art Hide materials work brilliantly as wall, floor and furniture coverings, creating a stunning and unique focal point in commercial spaces like hotel lobbies, bars and clubs, as well as in the home,” says Kura.

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Sisters Kura and Bree

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It’s the new range that really piqued our interest though – the use of colour in particular. “Colour is hugely important to us and we’re always developing new tones; many are showcased in the new designs. How fabulous is the emerald green?” says Kura, who worked with stylist Julia Green on this gorgeous shoot. We want one of each!

Photography: Annette O’Brien | Styling: Julia Green | Styling assistants: Noël Coughlan, Alice Atkins and Emily Whitney

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Check out this behind the scenes video from the photoshoot!

 

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Ink & Spindle’s textiles are organic in more ways than one

Featuring organic-inspired design motifs that are hand screen-printed onto organic fabrics, Ink & Spindle’s new collection features cushions, zip purses and shoulder bags plus floor cushions – all printed and sewn in their Melbourne studio.

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“Local and ethical manufacturing is the focus of our latest homewares collection, with all of the products designed, printed and manufactured either in-house or within 10km of our studio,” says Ink & Spindle designer and owner Lara Cameron who works alongside her business partner Caitlin Klooger.

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In the business for seven years, the brand has a penchant for Australia’s native flora and fauna which is evident in their gorgeous designs that eschews current trends.

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“It’s important to us that our designs have inherent longevity. Rather than following design or fashion trends too closely we try to develop textiles that will fit in your life for many years to come,” says Lara.

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The new range also features botanical timber crates produced by the brand’s downstairs neighbor Like Butter and ottomans assembled by Upholstery Workshop in the nearby suburb of Williamstown.

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Megan Morton + Bonnie & Neil combine for Koskela installation

With very much a ‘more is more’ approach, textile designers Bonnie and Neil have collaborated with super stylist Megan Morton to create a sumptuous and dramatic installation in the warehouse surrounds of Sydney’s Koskela, complete with two in-house pets!

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Featuring plenty of the fabulous floral prints that Bonnie and Neil are renowned for, the installation is a visual feast and it’s a room that we would certainly like to cosy up in. Front and centre is the brand’s new uber-dramatic bedding range that features a litany of oversized blooms – we love! The black background and large scale flowers make the look anything but demure. Plus, the brand’s new painted screens and box-framed artworks look pretty amazing too and feature alongside plenty of their gorgeous soft furnishings.

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Plus, the installation features two in-house pets in the form of a pair of fighting fish bearing the designers’ monikers. “I love the incredible beauty of at-home aquariums, and our resident fish, aptly named Bonnie and Neil, are blissfully happy in their designer surroundings”, says Megan.

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The in-house pets Bonnie & Neil

When creating their latest collection (titled ‘Home’) Bonnie and Neil explored all the ways in which to cover every surface with pattern. From velvet cushions to handcrafted tabletops and everything in between, the new range draws on historical textiles too.

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Celebrating the indulgence of the winter months, the new Bonnie and Neil range is so inviting we don’t think we’d ever want to leave the house. From scattered florals to painterly patterns, the fabulous new soft furnishing range has been printed on an array of high-quality fabrics including linen, cotton and velvet and it’s all designed to mix and match. The Koskela installation certainly proves this! Get on down there now for a sumptuous winter style fix.

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Bonnie & Neil’s new patterned timber furniture is divine

Melbourne textile designers Bonnie & Neil are back with more of their beautiful painterly floral designs but this time they’ve embellishing some fabulous furniture pieces.

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Floral print coffee table

“We’ve been making timber furniture for a while, Neil has a background in furniture making and set design, but these coffee tables and timber screens are new categories for us,” says one half of the design duo Bonnie Ashley, of the gorgeous pieces that are designed and handmade in the brand’s Melbourne studio.

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Timber screen

“When we were designing the collection we thought about different ways to cover every surface, which is where the idea to create patterned table tops and dramatic backgrounds came from,” says Bonnie. The statement timber screens feature hand-painted oil paintings and floral arrangements including Dutch-inspired posies and Australian natives. “Those designs were inspired by my years working as a florist,” says Bonnie.

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While Australians have been lucky enough to have access to the label’s wares for some time, overseas customers now can too with prestigious retailers Liberty London and Paris’ Le Bon Marche both stocking the brand. “We’ve always visited these beautiful stores when travelling so we’re thrilled to be appearing alongside some of the world’s best brands in amazing spaces!” says Bonnie.

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Timber screen

And it turns out there is a solid international fervor for the brand’s Australian inspired designs. “Our approach to colour and pattern has been really well received. We’re finding that international customers are attracted to our Australian inspired pieces but our botanical and geometric designs also work well overseas,” says Bonnie.

 

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The latest collection, titled Home, includes a rich combination of linen, cotton and velvet in mix and match colours and textures. “Home is the translation of our creative influences into beautiful pieces within the home.  The collection celebrates the indulgence of winter months, getting cosy and being indoors, and includes a luxurious new bedding range adorned with scattered florals, painterly patterns and designs influenced by historical textiles,” says Bonnie.

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Photography: Armelle Habib | Styling: Heather Nette King

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New textile range inspired by Ford Coppola’s Italian palazzo

Inspired by a trip to Francis Ford Coppola’s dreamy 19th century southern Italian palazzo, artist Georgia Macmillan’s new range of textiles explores the many shades of Mediterranean blue, executed in her signature painterly strokes. “We went on a family holiday recently in the southern Italian Basilicata region where the days are slow and the gelato store is always open!” says Georgia of the enviable experience that kick-started her latest range. “We stayed at Palazzo Margherita which is owned and operated by the film maker Francis Ford Coppola and his family.”

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“It was overcast when we stayed so I worked with a watercolour palette of deep inky ocean blues and steely greys to represent the clouds rolling in over the villa,” says Georgia of the collection that consists of 100 per cent linen cushions, table cloths and napkins featuring the artist’s original watercolour art digitally printed onto fabric.

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“A touch of peach and burnt orange was added to reflect the palazzo courtyard colours proving inspiration can come from anywhere!”

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Fans of Georgia’s work will be excited to hear that, alongside the Bernalda collection, she’s added a baby bedding range to her offering too. 100 per cent cotton, the gorgeous range features cot quilts in pink or blue with gorgeous star cushions to match. We think they’d make a fabulous newborn gift.

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Cot quilts & matching star cushions

Aside from her work as an artist and homewares/textiles creator, Georgia is also the lifestyle editor of The Grace Tales – a position that comes naturally given her background in news broadcast journalism and luxury PR. Australian-born, Georgia moved to Dubai a few years ago. The move coincided with motherhood and allowed her the creative space to pick up the paintbrushes, indulge her artistic passions, and start her brand.

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Fruit salad alert! Meet Sack Me!’s new Paradiso collection

Fruity and fun, quirky kids bedding label Sack Me! is back with ‘Paradiso’ – a tropical inspired range of bedding (from cot to king size), accessories, novelty cushions and waterproof beanbags and cushions.

3“We wanted to do something a little different this year. We really wanted to capture that laid back feeling of being on holiday, kicking back by the pool, somewhere warm and lush, so we’ve added waterproof indoor/outdoor beanbags and cushions to the range, and we couldn’t be happier with the result,” says Sack Me! founder and designer Li-Ann Scott.

The brand’s signature novelty cushions feature heavily too with a pineapple, banana and apple mixed back with monkey and flamingo prints. “Our cushions are definitely one of our most popular products. Mums love them because they complete the look and kids love them because they ignite their imaginations, and that’s exactly what Sack Me! is all about,” says Li-Ann.

One of the collection’s most covetable items is the reversible doona cover – one side features a bright, tropical print while the other features something more restrained so you can tailor the look to your child’s mood.

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“We wanted this collection to channel a tropical getaway, it’s bright, relaxed and playful, but flip it over and you’ve got something a little more subdued. One of my favourite pieces is the Flamingo doona cover which features quirky flamingos on one side, and classic gingham pattern on the reverse”, says Li-Ann.

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With the entire Sack Me! range designed to mix and match, we love the label’s flexible and economical approach. “Everything is designed so you don’t have to start all over again when new collections are created, you simply refresh with a new pillowcase or sheet here or there and the look is instantly updated”, says Li-Ann.

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Alex&Elle’s beautiful wall art offers sound insulation too

After meeting at a Swedish playgroup in Melbourne eight years ago, Alex Frandors and Elle Snell hatched a plan to launch a business together. “When our youngest started school we decided we wanted to work together, doing something we are truly passionate about which lead us to designer fabrics from Scandinavia,” says Elle of the brand’s gorgeous wall art that can double as acoustic panels, providing sound insulation, too. In true Scandinavian design tradition, they are a triumph of both form and function.

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“There were many times Alex and I would reflect on the poor ambiance in cafés and restaurants. They often looked very stylish but lacked warmth and were noisy. That’s how the idea of sound absorbing art was born,” says Elle.

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Based in Melbourne, Alex&Elle’s collection is entirely handmade using a variety of textiles sourced from independent Scandinavian artists. “We import all our fabrics directly from Scandinavia and only work with Scandinavian designers. At the moment the majority of the designers are Swedish, however we do have a few Finnish ones as well. Staying true to the Scandinavian origin is very important to us, both from a design and a quality point of view,” says Elle.

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The textiles, typical of Scandi-design, often feature bold botanicals – the brand’s latest range includes birch trees and golden metallic prints. “Sweden has a long textile tradition using natural materials and patterns inspired by nature. The patterns we choose are often large and have clean, crisp lines,” says Elle.

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It’s often forgotten that the Scandinavian penchant for textured, inviting interiors came about as almost a matter of necessity. With a relatively small number of daylight hours, and a cold climate, Scandinavian homes truly are a haven. “Being a Swede, from a dark and cold country, your home becomes very important to you. So much time is spent indoors and most entertaining happens at home. Home décor to us is not only about making your home beautiful but also cosy. This is where soft furnishings, lighting and candles have a big role to play,” says Elle.

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Alex&Elle’s wall panels start from $595 without acoustic insulation and $695 with for a 122cm x 91cm panel. And with a large 240cm x 120cm design also available, the panels are a fairly economical choice for large walls. They also produce custom sizes and matching cushions too.

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We love: Langdon Ltd’s latest colourful, boho collection

It’s no secret that we love a bit of colour and bohemian styling here at Interiors Addict and while it’s a trend that waxes and wanes in a fashion sense, the boho interior has become something of a modern classic. And if you’re a fan of that aesthetic too, look no further than Langdon Ltd‘s latest collection ‘This is Love!’ which walks that delicate line between earthy and stylish in a superb way.

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Designed by sisters Phoebe and Delia Langdon, Langdon Ltd’s latest offering is brimming with gorgeous pastels, metallic flashes, geometric motifs and an artisanal vibe which is no surprise given much of the range is handwoven in Rajasthan, India.

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The Casablanca rug in peach is on our want list!

The range of colourful cushions, rugs, throws and bags are designed by the sisters before being brought to life in India – we love the way they merge traditional techniques with a modern yet homespun aesthetic. “We love making beautiful things and all of our goods are made in India using traditional techniques and the finest materials and metallic threads,” says Delia.

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A Langdon Ltd purchase is an ethical one too as the company employ Indian artisans and makers, helping them develop a sustainable income for themselves and their families. “We spend a lot of time in India and wander off the beaten path to immerse ourselves in the local communities to spend time with the artisans behind our brand,” says Delia.

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Lavender, mint, rose, lemon, foam blues and dusty metallics sit in beautiful contrast to the natural jute tones – we love the Ziggy Zest cushion which pairs candy pink and mint with black. The rugs are also on the top of of our wish list – the shaggy collection is as 70’s-influenced as you would expect and we love the pom poms, tassels and fringing accents on the rest of the rug range too.

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The carry bags are pretty stunning also – combining cotton, metallic thread and bamboo handles, some of them are adorned with sugary-coloured tassels also.

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Sydneysiders can make an appointment at Langdon Ltd’s showroom to discuss any design needs, peruse the materials and colours and you can even design your own rug. We love!

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