“I LOVE HAVING beautiful THINGS THROUGHOUT, BUT OUR HOME lived STILL FEELS IN” ~ ANGELA
KITCHEN
With a growing family and plenty of dinner guests to cater for, clever cabinetry design was the priority in the kitchen (opposite). “We created a new hallway behind the kitchen to separate it from the rest of the house, so we lost floor space and had to be smart about storage,” says Angela. Every bit of the Caesarstone-topped island has built-in storage, and a concealed walk-in pantry keeps benchtops clutter-free. Foundry stools from Interiors Online are an edgy addition, as are the trio of
‘Augusta’ medium hanging lamps from Emac & Lawton.
DINING ROOM
Camellias from the garden in urns from Orient House mimic a striking piece of art by Angela’s friend, Tarn McLean (top left). “It’s so detailed – you can see so much work and thought has gone into it,” says Angela. As for the 12-seater table from Harolds Finishing Touches (top right): “I found the biggest table I could as we love having friends and family over, so it’s well used,” adds Angela. Softness underfoot is delivered by an Armadillo & Co ‘Kalahari Weave’ rug in Natural/ Pumice, while eras gently collide with an industrial-style One
World Collection pendant hanging from the traditional pressed-tin ceiling, which, like the rest of the interiors, is painted in Dulux Lexicon Quarter.
FAMILY ROOM
A wall was removed to create a more family-friendly flow through the living, kitchen and dining zones. Angela had the plush custom Colby Furniture couch (right) covered in a bolt of bright blue fabric, while a rattan chest from Angela Smith Interiors doubles as a stylish and durable coffee table.
ENSUITE
The ensuite (top left) has been thoughtfully appointed to make the most of a small space. A mirror from Duet Home Styling and a wall light from Emac & Lawton convey old-world charm. For a touch of luxe, custom cabinetry, painted in Dulux Lexicon Quarter, is finished with a tumbled marble splashback from SNB Stone.
RUBY’S ROOM
Eldest daughter Ruby had grown past the pink phase when it came time to decorate her new room (top right), so Angela opted for soft blue accents including the ‘Marrakesh’ rug in Skylark from Armadillo & Co, and a Laura Ashley lampshade and chair. “I wanted to go with a style that would grow with her,” explains Angela. The interior designer sourced ginger jar prints on
Etsy and had them framed for either side of Ruby’s window. Custom cushions in Beacon
Hill Fabric’s ‘Hidden Temple’ add pops of pretty colour.
HUGO’S ROOM
Navy rules in Hugo’s room (left), where a custom bedhead and skirt in William Yeoward fabric command the room. Horse art throw cushions, painted by
Laura Douglas, add some fun, and exotic animal prints sourced through Angela Smith Interiors are hung directly above side tables from St Barts – just the right height for an eight-year-old.
MAIN BEDROOM
“I wanted our room to feel peaceful, a sanctuary where we could relax,” says Angela of the sublime parents’ retreat (opposite). Crisp white walls envelop the space, allowing soft blues, greys and greens to steal the show. A nude sketch by Madonna Kelly-Ford creates impact, and neutral bedding is paired with a custom bedhead in ‘Carnival’ fabric in Green from Christopher Farr. Decorative silver lamp bases from Harolds Finishing Touches are customised with shades from Magnolia Interiors.