Lauren & Aaron’s home

Who lives here?

Lauren, a management consultant; her husband, Aaron, a portfolio manager; and their children, Edie, five, Henry, three, and Thomas, five months.

Where do you spend the most time?

Lauren: “The indoor-outdoor space is a focal point for the family. The kids live in the pool. Aaron and I read on the deck, even when it’s raining.”

What lessons did you learn?

“Bring in the experts. It’s worth spending money to get it right first time. And have fun. It’s good to remind yourself that furniture is not a lifelong commitment.”

So, what’s next for the home?

“Installing a proper gas fireplace in the lounge. Anna has designed it – we’ll keep the original shape but add some marble.”

3 3. The marble-topped coffee table is an elegant surface for Lauren’s ornaments.

5 5. Lauren loves hosting dinner parties in the home’s more formal dining area.

2 2. The family on the front verandah.

7 7. In the main bedroom, a headboard upholstered in Warwick velvet adds the luxe factor, as do ‘Molten’ brass table lamps from Bloomingdale’s.

1 1. On the Ethnigraph ‘Graphic’ chest of drawers, is a ‘Karl’ polyresin candle holder, from Trit, and a cut-glass vase by Brian Tunks from Bisonhome.

6 6. Surrounded by verdant foliage, the outdoor area is perfect for entertaining.

4 4. New pavers and limestone cladding from Eco Outdoor in the pool area.