HAYDEN & SARA

Apartment 3

Deco enthusiasts Hayden and Sara jumped ship for their living and dining zone, and created a (mostly) contemporary living area. Standing alone, this space could work, but considered alongside their Deco-inspired bedrooms and bathrooms, this reveal seemed worlds apart. A few architectural details bring a sense of drama to the room, but lack of direction leaves it confused and needing more. The room’s orientation is ineffectual; the dining zone is a long way from the kitchen; and the lounge area doesn’t utilise as much space as it could have. On the plus side, the depth in textures creates warmth, mirrored by the faux-log electric fire.

What works: The relaxed aesthetic of the room really works to draw you in and begs a lazy day on the couch. The warm neutrals, hints of blush, and navy velvet (again!) are super inviting and the darker elements create depth and character. The occasional chairs (‘Juno Conrad’ by GlobeWest) are a classic design with modern nuances and the timber detailing on the arms is stunning. Just out of view in this image, the fireplace with Venetian plaster wall and built-in entertainment unit really works, and appears to almost levitate above the timber floor.

My hero: The generous lounge setting, irrespective of where it sits in the room and its orientation, is cosy and conversational. I’d settle in happily in this spot.