Lisa loves the look of the breeze blocks, white walls and minimal windows along the ground-level side of the home. “It feels like my compound and gives security without having a boundary fence,” she says. “You expect darkness when you walk in, but once the house is revealed the light pours in.” Mal says his favourite spot is the cosy main living space, while Lisa nominates the expansive kitchen/dining zone.
ENTRANCE Blue and grey hues are paired throughout. The front door opens to a Mondrian-style arrangement of Laminex panels. Guaxs vase, Ultimo Interiors. Rug, Remedy. ‘Inca Grey’ granite floor tiles, Bernini Stone & Tiles.GARDEN The conversation pit is an ideal spot to chat or keep tabs on the kids playing basketball. Landscaping by Mon Palmer. Pebbles, Creation Landscapes Supplies. HENRY’S ROOM Pegboard panels become a neat advent calendar made from small lidded boxes with number stickers. Boxes, The Chrysie Place. Washi tape and ribbon, Spotlight. Stool, Editeur. The blanket is from Mexico. Smart buy: Pegboard panels, $29 each, Kmart. # For Where to Buy, see page 212.