TAP / HOOK / DUSTPAN & BRUSH / TOWEL / DUSTER / HANDLE / BASKET
WASHING MACHINE / FISH SCALE TILE / TERRAZZO-LOOK TILE / SINK / CLEANER
Tim Neve’s Warehouse – a Designer’s Dream
Located in the happening harbourside suburb of Maryville in Newcastle, interior stylist Tim Neve’s latest venture is a must-visit.
Photography Joshua Hogan
Tim has set up shop in an industrial-style warehouse which offers over 200m2 of space, showcasing a range of furniture, homewares and accessories.
“During lockdown we were sending our unique furniture pieces all over Australia,” says Tim. “So it made sense to try a bricks and mortar offering, to allow people to see the beautiful designs in reality.”
It’s also the home of ‘Muse by Tim Neve’, a textile collection of 100% linen natural fibre homewares like cushions, throws and artworks designed by Tim. The range has been popular with retailers around the nation, stocked by leading designer destinations like Jumbled Online and The Block Shop.
The space is setup almost like a department store – living and bedroom displays have been created to wander and explore. The colour palette of Tim’s designs, range from warm neutrals to earthy clays. The product lines mix rattan furniture with statement storage solutions, along with smaller pieces like terracotta vessels and screen-printed artworks. One-off vintage fossil and travertine furniture pieces complete the mix.
Tim’s choices were inspired by the success of his holiday accommodation – Bay Haus at Nelson Bay. “The style really resonated, especially on Instagram. Of course, everyone’s first question was – where did you get that? So I decided to make the same furniture and homewares available to purchase directly,” says Tim.
“The style really resonated, especially on Instagram. Of course, everyone’s first question was – where did you get that? So I decided to make the same furniture and homewares available to purchase directly.”
Tim has big plans for the space, with an ongoing interior workshop series, gallery style exhibitions, and sharing the space with local brands for photoshoots and pop-up events. In fact, the warehouse will be taken-over once a month, when Design School (founded in Melbourne by former The Block contestant Jenna Densten) students will be invited on site to learn the styling ropes from Tim himself, as part of their new Certificate IV in Interior Decoration offering in Newcastle.
TIM NEVE WAREHOUSE / 8 HARRIS STREET, MARYVILLE NSW
OPEN FRI - SUN 10AM - 3PM
BREVILLE BARISTA PRO REVIEW
Making an amazing cup of coffee is easy with the Breville Barista Pro. When you fully master the settings you can make coffee that outshines any local cafe and all within the comforts of your own home.
GIFTED PRODUCT This coffee machine was gifted to me by Betta. All opinions are my own.
What initially attracted us to this machine is the design aesthetic. The Breville ‘Barista Pro’ sits nicely in our kitchen and blends in with the surroundings. We opted for ‘Sea Salt’ (white) as our kitchen is predominantly white. It is also available in black or chrome. It’s a substantial size, but doesn’t take up all of the back bench space – there’s still room to have a smaller appliance sit next to it, but for the time being – our new coffee machine is the star of the show back here!
COFFEE MAKING TIPS
Firstly find yourself a really good local coffee bean. It all comes down to personal preference so do your research on what flavour you are after and always buy premium-quality, ethically-sourced blends. We went with our favourite bean called ‘The Doctor’ from Tim Adams Specialty Coffee, based on the Sunshine Coast. You definitely don’t want to buy your beans from the supermarket! It’s all about freshness so buy from your local roaster. For optimal flavour and freshness make sure the roasting date on the packet is within 20 - 30 days, this will ensure your pour is the best it can be.
EXPLAINING THE PROCESS
When you first get your machine follow the manual for putting it together and setting it up. The hardest part of the process is getting your grind right as all beans are different, some might need a finer or coarser grind.
It’s all about finding the sweet spot when making an espresso. Getting the settings right is as easy as counting the seconds on the digital screen of the Barista Pro. A helpful tip is to buy at least a 1kg bag of beans before you start as you will most likely waste around 500 grams of beans getting your extraction right. Once you have it all set up, you can go back and buy the same bean from your roaster without having any problems. Just note if you purchase a different brand or blend of bean you will most likely have to redo the process again.
To start the process: grind your beans at the custom settings that first comes up on the screen of the Barista Pro. You have a choice of a single shot or a double shot. The custom setting on the Barista Pro for amount of seconds that your grind takes to come out for a double or single shot should be pretty spot on. You can adjust this later if need be.
Once ground, you must tamper your portafilter using around 15 - 20kgs of pressure ensuring the grind is level and flat. Lock the portafilter into the machine and press the double shot or single shot button. To have a correct extraction you are looking at the flow of coffee to come out between 8 - 12 seconds. You can check this by looking at the digital screen on the machine. The crema should be golden brown with a fine mousse texture and flow slow like warm honey.
If the flow starts after 13 seconds your extraction will be over extracted and taste burnt. It may also slightly drip or not drip at all. To correct this you can decrease your grind amount or turn the grind dial up one notch for a faster extraction. You repeat this process turning the grind dial only one notch at a time until your coffee flow comes out in between 8-12 seconds. The process may waste a lot of coffee beans and take some time to fine tune but don’t give up!
Now on the other hand if your flow starts really quickly between 1-7 seconds your coffee will be under extracted. This will make the espresso pale brown, flow fast like water and taste very weak and watery. The solution for this is the complete opposite to what we do for an over extracted coffee. Dial the knob down to a lower number for a slower extraction or slightly increase the grind amount by adding a second or two when grinding your beans.
You can see this is a bit like a science experiment and by the end of it you will be so awake! So just have fun with it and treat the initial process of grinding like a trial in making the perfect coffee.
THE VERDICT
It will take some time to get the hang of using the machine (in particular finding the perfect grind size and timing), but when you have finally mastered that part – you’ll reap the rewards – a cup of delicious, cafe-quality coffee. Honestly – ours tastes even better than our local cafe that uses the exact same beans! I would 100% recommend this machine to anyone wanting to try their hand at making coffees at home, and who is fairly discerning when it comes to the taste of their coffee.
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TRAY / PATCH / GUM STEM / CHAIR / TABLE / RUG / CANDELABRA
Artist Profile: Kimmy Hogan
We interview Kimmy Hogan about the inspiration behind her two new art collections Vessels and Honey Flower.
Photography Cricket Studio / Styling Kimmy Hogan and Rose Goodall-Wilson
Can you tell us briefly about your two new collections - the inspiration and themes behind each.
I wouldn’t usually release two collections at once but for the first time my stock was incredibly low across the board – so many editions have sold out. These collections were created earlier this year and came so naturally – so when I realised our stock was really low I decided to do two shoots then ultimately launch them together.
“My drawings always start in my journal and my hand is so familiar with the shapes of petals and sporadic angles of leafy foliage. ”
VesselS
Describe your Vessels collection.
My journal is filled with pages of vessels... I draw them loosely in pencil, sometimes not even looking at the page. These wobbly imperfect shapes reveal themselves and look alive - so fluid and unexpected. Overlapping flower shapes is a given, while adding hints of check is a surprise. I've experimented with some favourite tones as well as splashes of new ones. This has collection has come from a place of pure joy.
Honey Flower
Describe your Honey Flower collection.
For the flower lovers... the romantics... the unashamedly feminine... I never stray too far from my love of florals and this collection was truly a gift to create. My drawings always start in my journal and my hand is so familiar with the shapes of petals and sporadic angles of leafy foliage. The soft dreamy palette is anchored with some dark cool greens and vibrant rust. To me, the giant centre of a protea flower is like a generous heart.
How do you decide on the colour palettes you use for each collection - is there a starting point?
I always start with my base favourites of cream, blush pinks and terracotta – then I start to introduce new colours as the drawing progresses. Along the way if I feel the drawing is taking on a different mood it can completely transform into a whole new colour scheme. Overall there are usually a few tones that will tie the entire collection together, but I like each artwork to sing it’s own song.
How do you create your artworks (technique and program-wise)?
All artworks start as a sketch in my journal. I could fill pages with drawings for hours on end if I had the time. When I see something special in a sketch I then redraw this on the computer (with hand motion) and let the lines be as loose and flowy as the original drawing. I don’t go back and ‘neaten up’ lines – my artwork looks hand drawn because in essence it is – and retains all the goodness of the original sketches. I then flood the drawings with colour and test out different schemes until somehow it all just works and is exactly how it was meant to be.
I use Adobe Illustrator for the drawings and colouring then use Adobe InDesign for overlaying handmade brush strokes and textures to bring the artwork to life. My art is printed with archival inks on the most amazing quality canvas or paper. All my canvases are coated with a sealant to protect from UV and moisture which is above industry standard. Artworks are all made to order, and all editioned individually after they are printed.
III Rooms x Sarah Ellison
Sarah Ellison joins III Rooms Sydney – a unique apartment accommodation in the heart of Potts Point. We take you on a tour of the dreamy interior.
Three Rooms Sydney have welcomed their newest furniture partner Sarah Ellison, an exciting addition to the trending accommodation experience accompanying Cult Design and MCM House. In collaboration with three of Australia’s most respected furniture design houses, III Rooms Sydney offers beautiful apartment-style accommodation.
III Rooms Sydney combines European style apartments with discreet urban living. Three Australian design houses renowned for their detailed interiors – Cult Design, Sarah Ellison and MCM House have each curated their own luxury apartment to accommodate even the most discerning guest.
Located within an iconic heritage building on the corner of Macleay Street and Challis Avenue in the heart of Sydney’s chic Potts Point neighbourhood, the building was formerly owned by the Hemmes family and recently purchased by Potts Point local Tony Benjamin.
The concept was conceived by Chrissi James and Tony Benjamin who were inspired by the iconic 3 Rooms Paris - self contained accommodation curated by fashion designer Azzedine Alaia as well as, The Apartment by the Line in New York and Los Angeles. Their aim in combining both concepts is to offer a special genre of accommodation for those who appreciate the unique and perfectly imperfect detail, akin to living in an apartment in Paris or Milan.
Priced from $650 per night managed via direct bookings and with Contemporary Hotels, each apartment is filled with natural light, high ceilings, original artworks, luxurious furniture and unique architectural characteristics. Interiors exude style, personality and a few design surprises to enthrall and delight guests – who can then order their favourite elements for their own home.
The newest addition, Sarah Ellison, has brought her warm-minimalist approach with a relaxed luxury feel which her brand is well known for. Inside, it is layered and made fitting for a chic inner city apartment. The design is informed by the location, created into a contemporary take on an Art Deco style, playing with the history and architectural significance of the building.
On the walls, Sarah has curated the spaces with a selection of black and white photography by Akila Berjaoui and canvas art by Saxon Quinn whilst integrating The Visuals - metal sculptural pieces throughout the rooms and layering different tonal textures and materials. There is an obvious lean towards a more decorative, feminine vibe whilst being experimental and fun, with earthy toned rugs by Armadillo.
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KABOODLE’S LATEST TRENDS RANGE
Kaboodle have served up the hottest colour trends with the launch of their latest trends range. Here’s a roundup of our favourite four colours.
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Matchamisu
This chic, muted green replicates all that is good from nature. Sitting between earthy and luxe, this striking colour works wonders with timbers, neutrals and gold accents for a truly inviting and contemporary design. Complete with a matt, soft-touch finish and the latest anti-fingerprint technology from Europe.
Adore’s Style Tip: Matchamisu would look amazing in a farmhouse-style kitchen with shaker-profile cabinetry. Pair with brass door handles and accessories for a touch of luxe. This colour would also work well in heritage-style homes.
Chia Pudding
This deeply rich and familiar shade of grey conveys a grounding palette and a sophisticated aesthetic, pairing beautifully with marbles and soft feature accents for a striking interior. Complete with a matt, soft-touch finish and the latest anti-fingerprint technology.
Adore’s Style Tip: Try this palette in a contemporary-style home. For a seamless look, try painting the walls above the cabinetry in the same colour grey.
Berry Sorbet
This fashion-forward rose pink with a hint of metallic will make a statement in any contemporary kitchen design. This truly complementary colour shines its brightest when confidently paired with greys, marbles and stones.
Adore’s Style Tip: This fun colour will brighten any home. Pair with plenty of white and luxe marble benchtops to allow the berry sorbet cabinetry to shine.
Shortbread
Give your kitchen that raw edge by featuring the buttery tones of plywood. As an alternative to timber, this warm and inviting matt grain-look features well with whites, blacks, greys and natives to really make your space your own.
Adore’s Style Tip: Lovers of the clean Scandinavian aesthetic will love Shortbread. Pair with plenty of white and open shelving to display greenery and your favourite homewares.
Pre-Order Adore Winter 2021 edition
Front cover photography Tom Ferguson / Architecture Ricci Bloch / Landscaping Myles Baldwin Design and Starr Landscapes
Adore’s new Winter 2021 edition is almost here and available for pre-order now. Here’s a look inside this issue.
Photography Annette O’Brien / Styling Alana Langan / Interior design NCS Interiors
In this edition we introduce some talented female artists you should have on your radar. We also dive into three sophisticated kitchen renos that’ll give you food for thought. There’s front doors to adore – from classic to contemporary, we’re knocking on the doors of stylish homes with serious street appeal.
Our three home tours in this issue show how to put a contemporary spin on established styles. And to top it off, a beautiful tiny back garden in Sydney shows how small can be anything but ordinary.
The Winter 2021 edition will be in newsagents early June (date to be confirmed) and available for pre-order now. The magazine will be sent out first week of June.
Photography Villa Styling / Build Adlar Homes
Photography The Palm Co / Interior design + build Nested Projects
Art by Adele Naidoo
Photography Villa Styling / Location Luca on the Beach
Trend: Autumnal Spice
ART / PENDANT LIGHT / LAMP / THROW / RECTANGLE CUSHION
SQUARE CUSHION / CANDLE HOLDER / CHAIR / TABLE / RUG