THIS IS THE LIFE

The family spends most of their time in the open-plan area and, now that the weather is warming up, on the deck, around the pool or on one of the outside sunken lounges. But, wherever they are in the home, nature is omnipresent, thanks in part to Jase’s changes. And it’s so different from their previous life in suburban Sydney. “The whole house has a relaxed vibe, so it’s hard not to feel chilled out, no matter where you are,” says the owner.