Resort chic Relaxed outdoor spaces meet Miami glamour

RELAXED SPACES MEET MIAMI GLAMOUR IN THIS MODERN GARDEN MAKEOVER

A MIAMI VIBE

fits seamlessly into this Western Australian property’s aesthetic, located just a stone’s throw from the region’s sparkling coastline. Homeowners Chiara and David desired the vibrant Florida city’s tropicalmeets-modern mood for their exterior - think bright whites, palm trees and a hint of ’80s glam – and that’s exactly what they got. House Rules judge and Home Beautiful’s Wendy Moore particularly liked the clever addition to the roof that delivered a chic outdoor room (above) perfect for year-round use. “I love the floating awning,” she says. “Raising it above the eaves gives a sense of height, light and airflow that is a great solution for an outdoor space.”

COOL COMFORT

The covered zone (above) features limestone sawcut tiles from Brickworks and contemporary furniture finds, such as a ‘Clay’ modular lounge, ‘Stellar’ chairs and ‘Big Boy’ dining table from local shop Sitting Pretty Furniture, all finished in shades of white.

PLAY ZONE

The little ones weren’t forgotten, either, with an actual mini waterpark integrated into the yard (left). It delivered everything that the judges were looking for, being colourful, fun and family friendly. “It was an incredibly creative approach to waterplay,” says Wendy. “Simple and fun, this was a truly unique design direction.”

It’s the little details that can make all the difference. Here, a timber fan from Beacon Lighting keeps things cool, while a gorgeous screen – find similar aluminium ones at Bunnings – gives this adult-oriented zone a delicious sense of seclusion.