EMERALD CITY
24 Part of a whole-house refresh, this gracious Brisbane kitchen balances the character of a Queenslander with the practical needs of a family of six. The generous island bench, topped with eco-friendly and cost-effective Paperock (a paper-resin composite), is everyone’s favourite place to chat or grab a snack. Eye-catching emerald tiles provide textural interest. “The tiles and benchtop look really striking against the white,” says the owner. “It’s incredibly functional, and just a lovely place to be.”