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Situated in the world’s biggest city where nature is a scarcity, this innovative use of space really impressed me.Seely ii rie Hague = rial cn! WI Fo i TS RCRA ee CeCe mela) Soi EARP ¢ BROS ky GRAPHISOFT. Melbourne’s New Brick Studioey Se = ali!) 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De Amongst the PP cone house facades of Melbourne's prestigious: suburb of Toorak, BE Architegture have inserted a contemporary masterpiece that defines good design.Re) 2) SSThe homes expres palette of materials Delying tadtion not only aesthetically via the materials used its construction, the home's arrangement on theblck s innovative in sin simp tinea forms aiculaed rom a restrained thot does aseay with the common fran garden back garden layout. Rather, sllows all the lower floor roms to experience the garden inas many 3 ous gen outdcor spac aps aroun the entire build a posible trough continuous lor to cing glass an siding doors. Large spotted gum perglas project out fromthe upper lovel in onder to enhance the usability ofthe outdoor areas blow Sections ofthe pergola have glazed roofs ae operable walls to further ther utilisation int the cooler months “The pper evel ofthe house is starkly contrasted to the ground ven the lference in lading materials. The grou floor is comprised primary ‘of lass, hile the upper oor ases heavy stone with deep apertares. These aperture ae astciied upper level courtyards ct only bring living element tthe upp Moot but alo provide internal privacy forthe dwelling and make for an interesting internal layout, Bluestone lads the upper oor and iestacked randomly in order to accantsate the bili horizontals The vertical arrangement oboe charred timber screens ar the front fe provide wnval balance, Thematerial selection purposefully addresses the fe span ofthe balding. ‘Natural and aged materials such asthe Bluestone tempers, the newness of the bullding gives it timeless quality through subtle Living areas pervade the groune! floor andar sparated int thoes use for day/ summer and night winerThe ight and summery dayime areas ritually face north and west dare integrated with the swimming, ool {gitden andl fresco dining areas. The cosier winter res face south nd east and ae separated fom thee counterparts by a double eel star ad void that forms thehome’s entry. A surprising Feature found here isan interior garden re oct a the fot of the striking timber stair yu continues tthe top fthe stairs, where the master suites separate from he childrens rooms Thisunique slicing ‘Wondesilly organise to cle forall members of the farily throughout the yet this innovative home aa tstament to wha contemporary housing can {o fora cen sfestyle Lacking nothing in beouty an character this is a ome that wil atin appeal throughout the years [BE Architecture Teton 0520 6128 srr. boeeitetare.cm,abodes we loveOnce a humble grocery warehouse, this remarkable residential conversion by lan Moore Architects re-instills in the market a growing trend for warehouse transformations. Epitomizing urban chic, this exciting property showcases a palette predominant of blacks and whites, with sleek fixtures and fittings that emphasize quality and understated style.oe E 7 r = ie | a ie atcharacteristics of the rom. Making use of louvres, this feture also enables (Of particular importance to this building isthe joinery intemal door systems and thee a paneling tothe bathroom. These ae what define the hoe curious unique and of premium quai Inthe bathrom, bilan Corian Shes fills the walls and foo, while custom designed vanity basins have Been moulded using the same materials. sll 9 roe has alo been employed here to visually extend the sense and ele light aru the rom. Pole stan SMALL SPACES Encapsulaing te design witht renewable philosophy, the loos in joining spaces are ad in th recyclable and erviroamentally endl, giving fee under lege of Find out just what i achievable within ‘small Building footprint in Think lan Moore Architects Publishing's Houses for Small Spaces Phone 612 858 1887 weseianmoorsarhitect.com ‘Available from wwe.thinkstore.com.auabodes we loveAs Pablo Picasso once said, “All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” Architect Andrew Simpson lives this famous quote, with each design he conceives a conscious example of his child-like enthusiasm and creativity.Best Available from wor thinkstore.com.auinternational abodes Photography by Patrick Bingham-Hishowcase Photography by John TsiavisBringing together the best bits of a 1950s clinker brick home with the clean modern lines of its new rear addition, this project in lvanhoe is a surprising treat amidst the changing face of the Melbourne suburb. sh Architects Phone: 03 910.001 vwwraanislashcomaushowcase Photography by Jeremy Ham,A couple in their fifties wer hi in the Victorianshowcasei) © & = fe) 2 © = < ie Ss ig @ iS) fo Sy 4 a 1 ae jan a 52 58 ie neo) Bs eg ERS cs o (a =a = 6 aWithin the heart of this abode, it’s easy to see the level of care and detail that has been considered. With opulent living zones, dining and casual living spaces designed for life’s little luxuries, the forethought is apparent.showcaseA contemporary design derived from-a traditional Australian palette of materials, this seaside home by Baenziger Coles embraces the landscape at every opportunity. Reflecting the relaxed and haturalistic personality of thé owners, the house is. a testament to how environmentally-sensitive design Can enhance, rather than hinder, a client's lifestyle.Yet another impressive addition to the Excelcon portfolio, this Melbourne home's warm interior spaces and alluring outdoor environment make LL at= Ta Roy=\ =e (eso USS =ceSIO8 oNshowcaseshowcaseINTERIORSpeople Q&A with Interior Designer Marylou Sobel What are you ‘Who is your favourite What do you fove most about being an Interior Design and Decorator ‘What hasbeen the mos fam project you have worked on?in a2 NY; 1 \\\ fs VA WN Ned, % Designed by Marylou Sobel for a woman in her this interior is definitely bold. The youthful energ} bright colours of the design are feminine without! frilly, and this is exactly what the owner was aftA restoration and renovation of a 1960's beach house at Pearl Beach north of Sydney, this project was a unique challenge that produced an incredible result. —showcase - Establishingf@flow throughout the whole space and a connecii6rewith the outdoors, thig simple interior foNcerstoag) = f= 10) 8) UTMMe v= Vcc MEN 0 MaNTe\e SIMU oNO)| materials! This is complemented@with unique sculptural elements that balance the hungble space. ~Who will be the 2012 Abode Garden of the Year winner a www.abodeawards.comGARDENSgardens Andrew Stark ‘Andrew Stark has been involved in horticulture all his life, and has been designing stunning gardens for ten years - there is ne denying the aesthetic impact af his {gorgeous European-inspired outdoor spaces. remy nial rom Fasten Europe urkey and unusual places ke that where there's very tle anal Now thatthe drought’ broken we'e stl using those varieties and der oe custorers that ee not oy visual tret but sentemporary girders and mas planting, Earp onesin which they can get cut and doit bit of gardening themse ty and brings in perennials and he ll ce walkthrough smell a fragrant plant ort sit and enjoy. like custome 0 cll ther by half but well include all thence plans next year though, oitand make that i We consider 10% ofthe house when we design, The use wil ual pinks ane flo dita the lietyeo the cient Cetin the house plays a jor eae the layout where the endo Andrew Slatk Garden Design -119597404 ed doors are, fr example, andthe approach tothe house wwatsargatdendesigneomau hough the recent hash some impacton planting schemes,gardens Returing for its seventeenth year, the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show (MIFGS) will see the heritagedisted Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens awash with blooms and stylish landscapes from Wednesday, 28 March to Sunday, 1 Apri! 2012. touch othe Halli Feathers Boutique hich wil exhibit at heist ime. Marking its 4th aniversary the floral display wil MIFGS favourites wil be onsite with the Ls rn Garden, World, RMIT Floral Fashion Awan rs information vst woewimelbflowershowcom.tMARCH 28 - APRIL 1, 2012 Royal Exhibition Building & Carlton Gardens Tickets from racv.com.au/travel and foxtix.com.au For more information visit melbflowershow.com.augardens Photography by P Working with architect Darren Carnell, Jack Merlo Design designed a low maintenance garden to complement the distinctive style of the home.Jack Merlot Designgardens Yet another wonderfully enchanting offering from talented garden designer John Storch, Ayalon is an outdoor landscape like no other he’s ever created. ‘oncept Landscape Architects and Swi ith ts surroundings comprised of nati sm made sur a th i nclude further indigen hi the a the tle ui anki toala seni ly adjacent her deck sit Thist x " erent that visually unif thin th u i listnt ral projet showing the sty ed home and adn he pools deep blak colour makes a unique and alluring statement withits Total Concept ‘ofall of ing invwith Tek +61 29957 5122 the hsclighis_wwwatotaleancept omaPhotography by Brigid Amott This garden project, undertaken by innovative landscape architecture practice 360°, is an exercise in sensitive design reflecting the site conditions and enhancing the impressive architecture of the waterfront residence.| abodesaway | | With the luxury of a resort on picturesque acreage in regional Victoria, McMillans of Metung Resort offers its guests the perfect getaway to make their own. 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