INSIDE STORY

Who lives here?

Mohammed, a company director; his wife Fatema, an occupational therapist; children Yusuf, two, and baby Esa; and Mohammed’s parents, Ebrahim and Farida.

What is the best thing about sharing a home with your parents? Mohammed: “Having them close by means we can always be sure they’re okay as they get older and they also get to spend so much time with their grandchildren, which they love.” Biggest splurge?

Fatema: “The amazing TV cabinet designed by Darren James and Christopher Blank. It’s so functional and perfectly suits the living area.” How do you like to entertain? Mohammed: “We love having people round and get-togethers can range anywhere from five to 50 people. Mum will either cook up a big Indian spread or I’ll put on a barbecue.”

1. A blue glass vase from Boyd Blue and resin vases from Dinosaur Designs. 2. Mohammed and Yusuf at the front entry, which features Lava StoneBricks from Austral Bricks.3. A Wabe Wall Planter from Oblica creates a sophisticated green wall.4. For a timeless, luxe feel 800mm x 800mm ‘Marvel’ Calacatta tiles byAtlas Concorde from Uptiles work a treat in bathrooms.5. A Ziegler and Brown Turbo Elite barbecue from Barbeques Galore caters for casual family dinners.6. Hot Mesh outdoor chairs from Blu Dot add colour to the poolside deck.7. Spotted gum sourced from Awesome Timber Floors, used throughout. 1 4 2 6 3 5 7