home truths

WOULD YOU DO ANYTHING DIFFERENTLY NEXT TIME?

Not a lot! We were lucky the home was so well proportioned – we had a lot of good spaces to work with and could overcome the tricky areas.

DESIGN ITEM YOU’D LOVE TO OWN?

A sculptural piece by Den Holm would suit this home perfectly. I would also love a long Soniah coffee table.

FAVOURITE COLOUR COMBO?

At the moment, I’m really loving earthy ochres mixed with a dirty pink.

STYLE INSPIRATION?

Patricia Urquiola – her work has spanned architecture, furniture and design. Piet Boon – there is something so refined and calmingly seamless about his beautifully detailed designs.

DREAM HOUSE/LOCATION?

We love where we are – the climate is fantastic.

OUTDOOR SHOWER LANDING ‘Our copper shower is a wellutilised spot after we come back from the beach,’ says Nina. ‘Our dog Kanga also has her own special shower! There are established gardens here, so it feels very tropical and private.’ Shower, Copper & Co Creations The curve of the staircase is echoed in the archways and niches, while the dark oak flooring provides a strong contrast with the white walls. Frame wall lamp UTU Lamps. Artwork in left niche, Saturate by Hannah Nowlan

ENTRANCE Beautiful terrazzo tiles in the grand hallway almost take the attention away from the elegant sweeping staircase. Ciottolo Grande terrazzo floor tiles, Ceramica Senio. Insingizi large vases, Uniqwa Collections