From the living room to the bathroom, dress your home in supreme style with these must-haves.
QUEENSCLIFF GALLERY & WORKSHOP The Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop’s Human Emotion Print Exchange exhibition is set to feature 27 artists who will explore and reinterpret literature as varied as Jane Austen’s Emma to Hunter S Thompson’s Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
These works will sit alongside pieces by Michael Leunig and David Frazer, whose wood engraving Slow Boat (Study) is pictured. Visit qgw.com.au
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To some, the ’70s was the decade that style forgot; for others, it represented a time when dramatic, bold designs were celebrated. If you’re a fan, this sculptural Kirby chair is your new must-have. Handmade in the US, Kirby comes, naturally, in lush velvet. For more information, visit contentsid.com.au
BRODWARE You have to hand it to Brodware – its Yokato Disc collection is a pleasure to use while adding a refined touch to your space. Designed, engineered and manufactured in Australia, the Yokato Disc line is forged in brass and features a distinctive geometric pattern. There are five handle options and you can choose from one of more than 40 colour finishes. For more details, visit brodware.com
LAURA KINCADE If you have a number of decorating decisions to make, streamline the process with a visit to the Laura Kincade showroom in Sydney’s Alexandria. Find pieces from the US and Europe that are beautiful, durable and timeless, such as these elegant Christopher Guy Lexa occasional chairs with hand-carved backs. For more details, visit laurakincade.com
BATHE Swiss brand Aquas has released the Neu 2.0 twin shower with 250mm overhead shower and 110mm push-button hand shower.
It is also fitted with Aquas Air technology, which sees water ‘infused’ with air to give great flow performance and help reduce water consumption. Shown here in Brushed Gold, it also comes in Brushed Nickel, Chrome, Gunmetal and Matt Black. Visit bathe.net.au
FANULI Finding a sofa that suits your space and style doesn’t have to be difficult. The Romeo sofa, designed by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, is the ideal combination of elegant good looks and total comfort with its clean lines, subtle details and generously filled goose-down cushions. Available from Fanuli in a range of sizes, configurations and upholstery options. For more information, visit fanuli.com.au
INTERIORS ONLINE An Australian-owned online store, Interiors Online has an array of goods from big-ticket items to soft furnishings, lighting and artworks. The site is divided into categories, making it easy to browse by furniture styles, such as French Country, Hamptons and Resort, or by collections or rooms. Sign up to the mailing list to access member offers, design tips and inspiration at interiorsonline.com.au
AERATRON A ceiling fan can make a delightful difference on a hot day or night. The award-winning Aeratron AE3+ three-blade ceiling fan is designed in Australia by a Swiss-German engineering team, and offers smooth airflow and whisper-quiet operation. It comes with a remote control, and is available in a variety of sizes and finishes. For more details, call 1300 116 305 or visit aeratronaustralia.com.au
SUB-ZERO AND WOLF Keen cooks need an oven that’s worthy of their efforts. The Wolf M Series Professional built-in single and double ovens take the guesswork out of complicated dishes, thanks to the 10 precision cooking modes that deliver just the right heat and airflow. Other features include a dual-convection system for consistent heat, touch-screen controls and a large oven capacity. See subzero-wolf.com.au
WANDERERS TRAVEL CO. Even if you’re not travelling to New York just at the moment, you can channel a New York state of mind with The Manhattan Handbag from Wanderers Travel Co. The dual-strap, mid-size handbag in soft, full-grain leather has zippered compartments and plenty of pockets, so wherever you go, you’ll be able to carry all the essentials with ease. See wandererstravelco.com
JURA Let Siri make you the perfect coffee with the Jura Giga 6 coffee machine. With the Jura app on your smartphone, you can customise all the details of your morning coffee, such as the grind, temperature and amount of milk. Then, when you’re ready for a caffeine hit, it’s just a matter of telling Siri to make you your usual, whether it’s a latte, flat white or espresso. Visit jura.com
THE ENGLISH TAPWARE COMPANY The Water Monopoly has created the luxe Hanley bath, a reproduction of a fireclay bath purchased from the Grand Hotel in Aix-les-Bains, France. Manufactured in England from Vitrite™, a stone and mineral composite, the bath has the appeal of the original but without the weight. Visit englishtapware.com.au