Win a 3D home FACADE VISUALISATION

Win a chance to visualise the transformation of your dated brick home with James Hardie and renowned Architect Julian Brenchley.

Are you feeling trapped in a dated brick home? Your chance to break free from the confines of traditional brick architecture has arrived, thanks to James Hardie and acclaimed architect Julian Brenchley. This exciting competition offers homeowners the opportunity to revamp and visualise their dated brick home and create a modern haven that reflects their lifestyle.

“You can do anything with the Hardie™ Architectural Collection,” Julian explains. “The look is only limited by the imagination of the designer. You can choose to preserve the existing brick structure while adding a modern extension, or you can clad the entire house to achieve a harmonious design, at a fraction of the cost. The possibilities are endless, and the outcome can be absolutely transformational.”

BEFORE

The homeowner of this dated brick home wanted to revive, revitalise and reshape the exterior of her beachside family home in Copacabana, NSW. “We love our little piece of paradise, but our home is so tired and dated,” homeowner Bianca said, “We want a modern look, but knocking down and rebuilding just isn’t an option. The design that Julian came up with has exceeded our expectations - it looks like a completely different home!”

“We all need a bit of help as we get older.” Julian explained, “This home was crying out for a design response that reflected the orientation and function of the house. We opened up to the northern light and capitalised on the southern view to the ocean. Once that decision was made the ‘form’ of the facade started to take place. With a mid century modern vibe, we used Hardie™ Fine Texture Cladding, board and batten style and Hardie ™ Brushed Concrete cladding on the lower levels - the 1950’s coastal shack reimagined.”

AFTER

The lucky winner of this competition will WIN a one-on-one onsite consultation to redesign their home’s facade with Julian Brenchley as well as a 3D render and flyaround of their new home.

Entering the competition is easy! Simply visit https://www.jameshardie.com.au/the-block2023 and follow the instructions on how to submit your entry. Don’t miss this chance to breathe new life into your home and make it the envy of your street.

Competition is open now and entries need to be submitted by 22nd October 2023 at 11.59pm. Voting will open at 9.00am on October 23rd 2023 and close at 11.59pm on November 10th 2023. Winner announced on Monday 13th November, 2023.

Stilla's Modern Farmhouse Shed Tour

Stilla recently invited me to check out their ‘Barakula’ shed which is part of their Cedar Studio range. This one has been given a modern farmhouse feel. Here’s a look inside…

Photography Coast Park Creative

Stilla’s Cedar Studio range of sheds are clad in Canadian Western Red Cedar VJ cladding. The great thing about them being made from timber, is that it is easy to either stain or paint to get the desired look you’re going for. This shed is painted white and the doors and windows kept natural Cedar for a rustic farmhouse feel.

The Barakula 10x10 shed is a little over 9m2. It’s the perfect size for a backyard shed, but it does come in a range of sizes depending on your needs. This shed has been styled as a potting shed and I love the way in which this one doesn’t even feel like a normal shed – it’s definitely more high-end for the discerning customer who wants to match their shed to their own home’s interior. A shed like this one, is sure to add value to your home.

Stilla have customised this shed with the addition of two fixed windows and skylights. These are optional add-ons which are great for letting lots of natural light inside. The shed comes with a lockable colonial style door and two opening windows at the front. You can really let your creative juices flow with your own shed. Why not add a pegboard to the wall for easily accessible storage of all your small tools.

Stilla offer affordable nation-wide delivery of their sheds, and all of their garden sheds and studios come as a DIY kit with detailed instructions. What would you use your shed for?

Check out the video above for the full tour of this shed.

Adore's new Makeover Edition

The new Spring edition is available now for order in the Adore online shop and in newsagents from Monday 11 September. Here’s a sneaky look inside.

IMAGE ABOVE + FRONT COVER: Interior design Danni Morrison / Location Banadero Beach Stay
Photography Coast Park Creative

Who doesn’t love a good makeover? Our Makeover edition features amazing before and afters, home renovations, and bathroom styles to adore. Join us on a tour of three renovated homes – from an extension in the suburbs, to an inner city terrace and a beachfront apartment.

And you’ll love our travel feature on Canggu in Bali. Known for its trendy cafes and beach clubs, exciting nightlife, and luxury accommodation, in this edition you’ll find our guide to some of the best spots to play, stay and eat.

Interior design Rocco Revolution / Architecture Alex Bryden Architecture / Build A Cut Above Construction
Photography Ryan Linnegar

Location Villa Abu x Abu / Photography Bali Interiors

Build Abuild Constructions / Interior design Bec Van Harris / Photography Tanya Zouev

Life Instyle Melbourne

Retailers looking to stock their shelves for the rest of the year should register for Life Instyle Melbourne.

Taking place 3-6 August at the Royal Exhibition Building, this boutique event is a great sourcing opportunity for retail buyers and designers looking to stock curated well-designed products, across homewares, lifestyle, kids and fashion. More than 330 curated brands will be showcasing their newest additions with a strong focus on Australian made, ethical and sustainability.

If you are thirsty for knowledge, want to keep up on the latest trends and brush up on your business skills, then don’t miss Retail Therapy. Presented by leading experts in their field including Fernanda Alberici (Facebook Ads Expert), Bree Leech (Colour forecaster and stylist for dulux), Kate Collinson (eCommerce Marketer), Retail Therapy will equip you with the know-how to evolve your business and take your customer experience to the next level.

Back after a four-year hiatus, the Style Studio is your go-to inspiration to see a live photoshoot in action with products from Life Instyle exhibitors. Hosted by The Life Style Edit, it will show you how to bring together the best from exhibitors and innovative styling to design stunning sets each day and create some amazing images.

The Business Couch provides visitors with a complimentary one-on-one business consultation with The Life Style Edit and thelotco. With their vast experience consulting on retail, wholesale, pricing, marketing, sales and so much more, get the insights and advice you need to move your business to the next level in our a bespoke 45-minute session.

The Neighbourhood is an area at Life Instyle for a specially curated collection of like-minded brands and comes with a unique theme each year. In 2023 the theme is Future Eden, showcasing brands that carry sustainable products and/or practices at the heart of what they do. After a successful showing at Sydney it is Melbourne’s time to shine the spotlight on all things sustainable.

Don’t miss out on four days of sourcing, networking and education and register now for your FREE ticket.

WHAT’S YOUR FRONT DOOR STYLE?

Interior Design Sage & Cove / Photography + Editorial Styling Villa Styling

Selecting the right front door for your home is crucial in setting the tone for your home’s style - whether it’s a contemporary or classic home. We take a look at a few great examples.

ARCHITECTURAL

Architecture Those Architects / Photography Luc Remond

Architecture Meaghan White

For a contemporary looking front entrance - go for a solid front door – either in timber or iron. There are a number of companies producing beautiful architectural doors - like Zen Doors and Corinthian’s new Elements range.

If you’re looking to bring in natural light, and privacy isn’t a concern, an option with glass like the one opposite works well. Paired with a statement brass door handle and lock, it really sets the tone for the inside of the home.

Currently oversized circle and arch door handles are on-trend for contemporary homes. Try Lo & Co Interiors for a quality range of front entry handles.

On a budget? Choose a simple plain profile door like the one above, and pair with a statement door handle and simple lock. For extra wow factor choose a bold paint colour.

TRADITIONAL

Build + Front Door Front Porch Properties / Photography Villa Styling

Build + Front Door Front Porch Properties
Interior Design Donna Guyler / Photography Villa Styling

When it comes to classic homes, a traditional-style door is the way to go. Obviously if you’ve been blessed with a good solid front door that’s in good condition, it’s always best to keep and restore. Sometimes a new coat of paint in a lovely colour can bring a door back to life, along with new door hardware and hinges. If your original front door is in need of replacing there are a few places to source from including Front Porch Properties who have their own line of classic-looking doors (pictured opposite and above).

If you’re wanting to allow natural light into your entry, choose a door with clear glass for maximum light. If privacy is needed, flemish or reeded glass can really complement the classic look.

Design Sarah Yarrow Interiors / Build Yarrow Build / Photography The Palm Co

Design Sarah Yarrow Interiors / Build Yarrow Build / Photography The Palm Co

Interior design Donna Guyler / Architecture Jared Pool Design / Building and Construction Barc Building / Photography Mindi Cooke

BREEZY MEDITERRANEAN STYLE BACKYARD

Outdoor designers Exterior Architecture were tasked with reworking this 80m² space. Exterior Architecture’s director, Toby France, explains that the existing garden was very plain – just the pool, a patch of grass and an unwelcoming alfresco area.

Landscape Design Exterior Achitecture / Landscape Build Urban Jungle Landscapes
Words Nichola Davies / Photography The Unfold / Styling Lowi Interiors

With a brief from the owner that she wanted a modern Grecian resort-style space where she could relax and enjoy the pool, Toby and his team got to work creating a series of luxurious zones. “She loves the sun and light colours, so we really tried to emphasise this,” Toby points out.

To create a functional entertaining space, the team designed a new outdoor kitchen complete with a pizza oven and a separate bar and sink area built into custom cabinetry. While Toby says there was “some back-and-forth getting the layout of the kitchen and bar area right”, the final product was very close to his initial design.

Toby says he loves the feel of the new space, where many small details (such as white powder-coated strip drains that disappear against the crazy paving) have worked to create a polished and beautiful space. And the client couldn’t be happier, describing it as “a dream”.

“For an area on the smaller side, Toby has managed to create a versatile entertainer’s paradise that is warm and inviting all year round,” she says.

Space Saving Laundry

Seasoned renovators Cindy and Dan Mead (@reno.diary) transformed their old laundry (complete with peeling melamine benchtops and dated terracotta tiles) into a practical washroom with a whole lot of space-saving features.

Photography Cindy Mead

The couple needed to think creatively to utilise every inch of the 1.8 x 3m room. “Previously, the laundry had a U-shaped layout that didn’t capitalise on the space,” recalls Cindy. “We worked with The Blue Space to install a modular laundry by ADP and changed the layout to an L-shape.”

BEFORE

“Some of the smart features we included are floor-to-ceiling cupboards and drawers, a built-in laundry hamper, a built-in ironing board, and ­– my favourite! – the extendable ceiling-mounted and remote-controlled electric clothesline,” Cindy says. “We also added a gas strut window, which opens out onto our outdoor kitchen.”

Inspired by Three Birds Renovations, Cindy and Dan decided to install the washer and dryer off the floor. “We raised them up to eye level to work in with our cabinetry. It is so nice not having to bend down to load the washer and dryer; we don’t think we could ever go back to a washer and dryer on the floor again. They both sit on 20mm stone rather than sitting directly on the cabinetry, so there is a bit of extra reinforcement underneath them.”

This is an edited extract from the Winter ‘Life in Colour’ edition of Adore Home magazine. If you’d like to see the tour in print, click here to purchase from our online shop (also available from select stockists and newsagents across Australia).

Destination: Motel Mollymook

Recently opened in the surf town of Mollymook on NSW’s South Coast,
Motel Molly is a beachside hotel that’s been refurbished and reimagined
as a retro-glam designer getaway.

Photography Elise Hassey / Words Casey Hutton

Inside its one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and king rooms, a palette of pastels and soft natural hues feels luxurious and contemporary. Mediterranean influences give the design an exotic twist – think sunken Moroccan-style baths and handmade tiles, textiles and ceramics.  

A collaboration between Sydney-based Knox Developments and award-winning interior design and architecture practice Richards Stanisich, Motel Molly enjoys direct beach access and retains an air of laid-back seaside nostalgia. There are surfboards for hire, and fringed umbrellas line the pool; rinse the sand off under a beautiful outdoor shower, then barbeque beneath the cabana and dine alfresco if you wish.

The local area offers snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, golfing, fishing and more, plus a thriving foodie scene of restaurants, cafes, bars and wineries. If breezy coastal sophistication is your jam, Molly might just be your girl.