Designer’s notebook Lucy Glade-Wright reveals her top spots

THE FOUNDER OF HOME DESIGN SITE, HUNTING FOR GEORGE, CHATS ABOUT ALL THINGS DESIGN, AND REVEALS HER TOP SPOTS TO SHOP AND RELAX

We’re used to seeing your sneak peeks of the most spectacular properties, is there a recent interior project that has stood out?

“I was so taken with the interiors of Stillwater Seven (8)! It was once an 1830s flour mill, but recently converted into seven boutique rooms designed by Cumulus Studio. It was so indulgent and so intoxicatingly immersive.”

Visit: 2 Bridge Rd, Launceston, Tas. Bookmark: stillwater.com.au.

What is one thing all amazing houses have in common?

“An amazing home to me is one that generates its own energy and rhythm.” What is your proudest professional moment?

“When I receive a message from our community sharing the impact that Hunting for George has on them, whether that be inspiration for their own home or that they love our YouTube channel, those small yet very personal moments of gratitude from our audience make me immensely proud.” Bookmark: huntingforgeorge.com.

What are your favourite Australian brands?

“Assembly Label (1) for their effortlessly cool and comfortable clothing, Dowel Jones (7), where seating doesn’t get much cooler and Clae Studio (2) for their beautiful, sculptural vessels.” Bookmark: assemblylabel.com; doweljones.com; claestudio.com.

What’s your favourite restaurant? love everything about the newly renovated Hotel Esplanade (3), dinner at Mya Tiger and a cocktail in the bar is the perfect evening out!” Visit: 11 The Esplanade, St Kilda, Vic. Bookmark: hotelesplanade.com.au.

Where do you go to relax?

“Yoke Yoga (4) is my go-to yoga studio for warm vinyasa and yin sessions. Whether I’m sweating or stretching, I always leave relaxed.” Visit: 4 Union St, South Melbourne, Vic. Bookmark: yokeyoga.com.au

5 “Easily our favourite place to visit outside of Australia, Uluwatu Surf Villas (5) in Bali is a regular haunt of ours. They have yoga every morning with a free coconut after class,” says Lucy. Visit uluwatusurfvillas.com for more.

Assembly Label’s Armadale store is as minimal and relaxed as the clothing the brand is known for. 1

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7 Lucy Glade-Wright (right) is known for her home design expertise, and her effortlessly cool humble abode (6) demonstrates her style beautifully. Limited-edition ceramic vessels, from $180 each, Clae Studio (2).

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8 “I love how Stillwater Seven (8) embraced local designers throughout the interiors,” says Lucy. “This is one of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had, with a delicious restaurant and even yummier interiors.”