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10 Easy Pieces: Backless Wooden Dining Benches

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In our one bedroom apartment, space is sacred; which is why our wooden bench, meant to accompany the dining table, lives an alternate life as an entryway bench—bags on top, shoes below. The friends we host for dinner have no idea thanks to its simple, modern shape; the bench is entirely versatile.

On a recent quest for the 10 best wooden spindle benches, we came across a good lot of backless wooden benches and below is a list of favorites.

Plank Dining Bench from Gus Modern, Remodelista

Above: From Gus Modern, the Plank Dining Bench is a Shaker-inspired walnut veneer bench for $475 from Y Living.

Giulio Bench in Ebonized Wood, Remodelista

Above: The Giulio Bench, designed by sculptor Giulio Lazzotti, is made from molded plywood with beech veneer and an ebony stain; $1,280 from Design Within Reach.

Mash Studio LAX Bench, Remodelista

Above: MASH Studio's LAX Bench, designed by Bernard Brucha, is made from solid English walnut and finished with VOC- and solvent-free natural linseed oil; $510 from Design Public.

Kubus Bench from Lekker Home, Remodelista

Above: The Teak Kubus Bench is made from solid teak using classical furniture techniques for $800-$1,000 depending on size from Lekker Home.

Bjursta Bench in Black with Clear Lacquer, Remodelista

Above: The Bjursta Bench is made from ash veneer with clear stain for $99.99 from Ikea.

Scoop Bench by Henrybuilt Furniture, Remodelista

Above: Henrybuilt Furniture's Scoop Bench, shown in solid teak, is available in a variety of solid woods with prices starting at $3,000 directly from Henrybuilt.

Big Sur Dining Bench from Crate & Barrel, Remodelista

Above: Crate & Barrel's Big Sur Bench in 48 Inches ($699) and in 71.5 Inches ($799) is made with European white oak with a waxed finish.

Teak Double Bench from Lekker Home, Remodelista

Above: Ethnicraft's solid Teak Double Bench is made from FSC-certified sustainable and responsibly-harvested wood and imported from Belgium; prices start at $1,000 at Lekker Home.

Andover Bench from Room & Board, Remodelista

Above: The Andover Bench, built in Vermont, is available in cherry, walnut, maple, and maple with charcoal or shell stain; $599 from Room & Board.

Salvage Bench Medium from Restoration Hardware, Remodelista

Above: Restoration Hardware's Salvage Bench Medium is a parsons-style salvaged bench for $905.

To match your wooden bench, you'll need a table—shop all our Dining Tables in our furniture section.


Modern Melbourne: At Home with a Design Duo

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Recently spotted on Yatzer: a pared-down residence in Prahan, a suburb of Melbourne, belonging to the founders of Wonder, a design firm with a focus on streamlined interiors.

The founders, Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully, put their company's principles into practice in their own Victorian-era house by merging the two closed-off living spaces into one open floor plan. Jeffries and McCully experimented with light and space by incorporating new skylights and large windows into the east-facing property (to enjoy its natural daylight and diffused afternoon sun). See the rest of the house on Yatzer and for more on the designers, visit Wonder.

Photography by Christine Francis courtesy of Yatzer.

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Above: Built around the property's abundant garden, both the kitchen and living room have direct access to the outdoors.

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Above: Wegner Wishbone Chairs in Deep Sea and Robin's Egg Blue ($855 each at Design Within Reach) surround the dining table.

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Above: To complement the exposed aggregate concrete floors, white paint mixed with powder coating was applied to the walls.

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Above: Countertops in the kitchen are made from a single slab of Bianco Giao stone.

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Above: In the bedroom, the designers used a pair of high back wicker chairs and an overdyed Hepsi Rug made from vintage rug pieces using a traditional patchwork technique. The rugs are available from Loom Rugs in Victoria.

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Above: More Bianco Giao stone at the foot of the minimalist fireplace. 

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Georgina Jeffries and Pip McCully in Prahran, Victoria, Remodelista

Above: A courtyard oasis (full of split leaf philodendron plants) was added between the glass-paneled bath and the study. 

Thinking of visiting Victoria, Australia? See all our favorite shops, restaurants, and hotels in the Melbourne Area in our City Guide.

Atomic Vision: The Sorrentina Stovetop Espresso Maker

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Thank the Australians for reintroducing a design classic from Italy: the Sorrentina espresso maker, designed by Giordano Robbiati, and otherwise known as The Atomic.

Milanese-born Robbiati created the iconic Atomic coffee maker in the late 1940s; his machine produces up to six espresso shots and steams and froths milk. Australian company Ikon Exports recently came out with a premium reproduction of Robbiati's patented coffee machine, manufactured to the same dimensions and standards. In the US, Taylor & Ng is the exclusive retailer.

Sorrentina Stovetop Espresso Maker from Italy in Australia, Remodelista

Above: Made of polished alloy and Bakelite, the Sorrentina is $449 AU (approximately $413 US) and ships to the US.

Sorrentina Stovetop Espresso Maker from Italy in Australia, Remodelista

Above: Detail of the espresso maker.

Sorrentina Stovetop Espresso Maker from Italy in Australia, Remodelista

Above: In the US, the Sorrentina Atomic Coffee Maker is $395 from Taylor & Ng.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original ran on April 1, 2008

Pretty in Pink: Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne

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In case you haven't noticed, we're swooning over Melbourne's coffee bars this week. Our latest fixation? Miss Frank in Melbourne, which begs the question: Why are coffee bars so unrelentingly masculine in decor, as a rule? Not this one.

Named after owner Eamon Sheahan's daughter, Francesca (who goes by the nickname Frank), Miss Frank is located in Camberwell, a suburb of Melbourne that until recently had little to no coffee bars to its name. Sheahan is a seasoned coffee connoisseur, having opened Volley and Espresso 3121. After designing the interior of the latter with the Hecker Guthrie team, Sheahan worked with them again on Miss Frank. For more information, visit Miss Frank on Facebook.

Photography by Kristoffer Paulsen via Broadsheet.

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Above: A neon sign in pale pink is set against the shop's concrete exterior.

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Above: Simple pendant lighting, exposed copper pipes, and floating storage cupboards.

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Above: The shop's pink branding is carried out on its coffee cups.

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Above: Pale green standing tables for those enjoying a quick cup on the go.

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Above: Baristas at work.

Miss Frank in Camberwell, Melbourne, Australia, Remodelista

Above: Pretty cupcakes and other goods are from local Baby Cakes bakery.

The other coffee bars in and around Melbourne we're obsessed with? Take a look at A Coin Laundry Turned Cafe, Fast Espresso for Slowpokes, and this week's post on Common Galaxia.

Location of Miss Frank in Camberwell:


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The Magic of Two Courtyards in Melbourne

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Melburnian architecture firm Edwards Moore’s insertion of two internal courtyard gardens into the existing fabric of a small and narrow urban house might at first seem counterintuitive. With limited space already, does it make sense to carve more out?

Designed to distribute daylight and ventilation evenly through the difficult-to-reach areas of a long and narrow site (13 by 75 feet) of a former worker’s cottage in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the two garden courtyards pull off a difficult feat. The large glass doors create an additional circulation zone throughout the courtyards while allowing continuous through-views as well, making the seemingly connected spaces seem bigger than they actually are. Clever and ingenious? We think so. 

Photography by Fraser Marsden via The Frame

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: Light is drawn into the living room through a window to the first courtyard. The open bookcases are reminiscent of wood framing.

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: The fireplace mantel is a reminder of the cottage's past.

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: Large full height glass doors open out into the first courtyard. 

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: Access to the bedroom beyond is either through the naturally lit hall or the courtyard.

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: A raw, unfinished aesthetic runs throughout the house, underlining the continuity of the spaces. 

Above: A brass backsplash behind the sink brings unexpected glamor to the kitchen. 

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: A through-view from the back of the house to the front is open, airy, and light-filled.

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: With borrowed light and space from the garden courtyard, the bedroom and hall feel bigger.  

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: Concrete floors complete the raw and unfinished aesthetic. 

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: The bedroom doors open straight onto the courtyard garden. 

The Doll's House by Edwards Moore | Remodelista

Above: A three-dimensional model illustrates the series of the spaces and the interrelationship between the interior and exterior spaces. 

Did you notice the brass backsplash Edwards Moore used in the kitchen? See 91 more examples of how brass is used in interiors in our gallery of rooms and spaces or 5 Favorites: Brass Faucets for the Kitchen

Best Reader-Submitted Bath Space Winner: Steve Carbin

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The winner of the Best Reader-Submitted Bath Space category in our Considered Design Awards is Steve Carbin, a homeowner who completely renovated an "unfortunate" existing bathroom in his 1919 home in Madison, Wisconsin. 

Carbin is an architectural designer by trade but has worked exclusively on large commercial and civic projects throughout his career. For this, his first residential project, he had to begin his design process in a whole new way. He looked for inspiration in the work of Roman & Williams, especially the bathrooms they designed for the Ace Hotels. He also considered "what a British/East Coast prep school bathroom would look like, at least in my imagined version of it." And he took inspiration from browsing the white bathrooms in Remodelista's own Image Gallery.

The Carbins "loathed" the existing bathroom to the extent that they avoided hosting dinner guests for fear that they might need to use the bathroom. "We joked that the only thing we could save from the original bathroom was the house around it."  

With a construction team from TDS Custom Construction in Madison, Carbin took the bathroom down to its original studs, removing a series of unfortunate renovations made in the late 1970s. He worked with TDS' bathroom designer to decide on details like built-in cabinetry, but chose all the fixtures and finishes himself. 

New to choosing such details, Carbin created a "backstory" for his bathroom, which he referred to when stumped about his myriad sourcing choices. He imagined that the original 1919 bathroom had been remodeled in the Art Deco age—thus he chose deco lights, penny tile, a pedestal sink, and porcelain fixtures. Then he imagined that today's owners wanted easier-to-use modernity added to their bathroom—hence the new tub and shower and modern faucets and hardware. The narrative helped Carbin achieve the look he was going for: simple and modern, but true to the home's era.

Photography by Steve Carbin and TDS Custom Construction

Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: The bathroom is less than 50 square feet and is the only bathroom in the house, so Carbin jumped at every chance to add storage. Here, custom cabinetry includes a fluted grass front and Mission Drawer Pulls in chrome from Rejuvenation. The towel storage is the Dillon Train Rack from Restoration Hardware, and a dose of whimsy comes in a Papier-Mâché White Deer from West Elm. 

Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: Carbin chose Kohler's Tresham 30-Inch Pedestal Sink for its masculine profile and relative abundance of "countertop" space, and paired it with Kohler's Stillness Collection faucet in chrome. The sconces are Haines in white porcelain from Rejuvenation, and the mirror is the Kent Medicine Cabinet from Restoration Hardware with a porcelain knob from Rejuvenation. 

Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: To keep costs down, Carbin left all the plumbing in its original location. "Given that the profile of the toilet is the first thing you see as you enter the room, it has to be beautiful." Carbin chose Kohler's Persuade Curv Dual-Flush Toilet and Bellwether cast iron tub; a 15-inch tub threshold makes for easy entrance and exit. He added an extra-long shower curtain—the Italian Hotel Satin Stitch Shower Curtain from Restoration Hardware—to give the small space a feeling of height.

Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: Carbin reused the original 2-foot-wide door after stripping it to remove 100 years' worth of paint. Hardware from Rejuvenation is the Davis Interior Door Set and Chandler Porcelain Toilet Paper Holder in white. The wainscot tile is 3x6 and 6x6 Rittenhouse Square Field Tile from Daltile in Kohler White, a color produced to match Kohler fixtures. 

Black Penny Tile Floor, Steve Carbin Bathroom Remodel

Above: Carbin chose Ann Sacks Savoy Penny Mosaics in graphite for the floor. "I wanted a tile that would reference the house's past, but in a color that would not have been used at that time." 

Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: A Vipp 11 Toilet Brush is stylish enough to leave on display. 

Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: A Vipp 13 Trash Bin beneath the pedestal sink. 

Before Photo, Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: The bathroom before the renovation.

Before Photo, Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: The "before" bathroom, sorely lacking in inspiration. 

Before Photo, Steve Carbin Modern White Bath, Winner of Best Reader-Submitted Bath in Remodelista Considered Design Awards

Above: The unfortunate "before" floor.

See all 11 winners of the Remodelista Considered Design Awards and watch for their profiles to publish over the next few weeks. 

Bring on the Bindles

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Gift giving is an art that requires thought and planning, and I often find myself scrambling at the last minute to pull together an original offering. When Melbourne-based Catherine Blackford found herself in a similar predicament she saw it as an opportunity to launch a business: Bindle, named for the "bundle of possessions carried by a hobo." Relying on local artisans, she puts together "bindles," stylishly tailored gift packages containing handmade eco-friendly Australian goods. With 27 packages to choose from, just about everyone is covered from tiny tot to coffee addict. See some of the offerings below or for more, go to Bindle

Bindles: Remodelista

Above: A Bit on the Side includes a variety of handmade condiments including Blooming Marvellous onion marmalade, ramekins, and an herb board; AUD $100.

Bindles: Remodelista

Above: Love Birds includes a bottle of Moscato, an interlocking tea light candle holder with BlackMilk tea light candles, and an amber jar with matches; AUD $100.

Bindle: Remodelista

Above: Teensy Boy includes Write to Me placemats and an elephant cushion; AUD $50.

Bindles: Remodelista

Above: Housewarming includes a kitchen board, tea towel, Melbourne Rooftop Honey test tube, pink salt, and more; AUD $100.

  • TreeHorn Design' Kitchen Board---
  • Melbourne Rooftop Honey test tube---
  • Mount Zero Pink Lake Coarse Salt---
  • Ourlieu Teatowel---
  • Raw Materials Poppy & Sesame Lavosh-
- See more at: http://bindle.com.au/products/housewarming#sthash.iCy2gYys.dpufAUD $100.
  • TreeHorn Design' Kitchen Board---
  • Melbourne Rooftop Honey test tube---
  • Mount Zero Pink Lake Coarse Salt---
  • Ourlieu Teatowel---
  • Raw Materials Poppy & Sesame Lavosh-
- See more at: http://bindle.com.au/products/housewarming#sthash.iCy2gYys.dpuf
Bindle: Remodelista

Above: Get Well Soon includes Henry Langdon Jasmine and Green Tea, a handkerchief, Salus Organic Lemon Myrtle & Ginger Heat Pillow, and more: AUD $!00.

If you are in need of other gift ideas, take a browse through our Gift Guide.

The Best of Both: Open Plan and Intimate in Melbourne

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Has open plan living reached the peak of its popularity? Australian architecture firm Kennedy Nolan leads the way in creating a hybrid of domestically intimate spaces with the visual advantages of open plan living. 

We’re all familiar with the advantages of open plan living, where “a one for all and all for one” approach to family activities from cooking to television watching is meant to strengthen familial bonds. But the reality of having the dishwasher running at the same time as the television can be noisy and a source of irritation for some. In their extension of a 1938 clinker brick home in Hampton, Australia, Kennedy Nolan avoided the pitfalls of a one room open plan extension by adding a central corridor to the back of the house with a study/guest bedroom on one end and a living room at the other. Light, airy, and open, the visual connections between the spaces remain but at the same time they feel distinctly separate.

Photography by Derek Swalwell via ArchitectureAU

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: The rear extension includes a decked courtyard that leads out to the garden. 

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: Looking down the central corridor toward the living room. 

70's graphic red cross on door of Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: A large striking graphic dresses up the closet doors in a hallway.

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: Exposed beams, painted white brick, and saw-cut travertine tiles make up a neutral palette.

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: Full height sliding glass doors open the space completely out to the exterior. To see the ultimate sliding doors, favored by Pritzker Prize winners, see Sliding Doors Inspired by a Midcentury Masterpiece

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: The original Victorian and new modern addition come together in the kitchen. 

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: The modern kitchen appears to float within a Victorian shell. 

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: Full height sliding glass doors allow for continuous views throughout the house. 

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: Full height sliding door partitions open or close space off as required. 

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: A full height pivot door clarifies the reading of the brick piers. See Architect Visit: Pivot Door Roundup to see why they get architects excited.

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: The architects were inspired by the designs of Southern California architects such as Richard Neutra and Craig Ellwood

Hampton House II by Kennedy Nolan | Remodelista

Above: The beams appear to float above the glass as they continue from interior to exterior. 

Painted white brick has a minimalist textural appeal. See Painted White Brick in our Gallery of rooms and spaces to see more. 


Henry Wilson, a Designer on the Up from Down Under

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Henry Wilson may still be in his twenties, but the young designer is making a name for himself in the world of Australian design. The Sydney native, who studied woodworking and furniture design at the Australian National University in Canberra and went on to study at the prestigious Design Academy Eindhoven in the Netherlands, has created a line of furniture with a modular system of sorts. Using metal A-joints that connect with standardized timber, Wilson has produced a line of deceptively simple tables and stools that can be purchased online. As he puts it, "The A-joint unites simple function with limitless form." For more information, go to Henry Wilson.

Henry Wilson Design: Remodelista

Above: The A-Joint Mini Raw Pine Trestle Table comes in a self assemble kit for AUD $800. The A-3 Joint Mini Stool, a complete self assemble stool kit, is made from birch ply; AUD $218.

Henry Wilson Design: Remodelista  

Above: A Marble and Pine Side Table with the A3-Joint Mini; AUD $1,000.

  Henry Wilson Design

Above: The A-Joint Mini x 2. Made from sand-cast reclaimed metal, the almost indestructible A-joint can be used for benches, tables, market stalls, and the like with endless possibilities; AUD $160.

Henry Wilson Design: Remodelista

Above: The A-3 Joint made from aluminum; AUD $105.

Chevron Shelf

Above: The Chevron Shelf, a stacking, modular shelf made from birch ply that can be used as a single unit or stacked in several configurations; AUD $190 per unit.

Henry WIlson: Remodelista  

Above: In addition to his modular pieces, Wilson likes to take existing design and give it a modern twist, in this case the classic Anglepoise lamp that is given a ceramic shade. The Ceramic Anglepoise; AUD $1,140.

Henry Wilson Design: Remodelista

Above: Henry Wilson in his studio located in the Sydney suburb of Rozelle; his studio is made from three refurbished shipping containers. Photograph by Fiona Susanto for Broadsheet

For a more rustic look in furniture, check out Twiggy in Australia.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Sydney

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Leanne Carter-Taylor, the brainchild behind Sydney's hip furniture store quintessential duckeggBLUE, spent childhood holidays at her granny's Yorkshire cattle farm surrounded by humble yet beautiful objects such as handmade tables and an Aga cooker. On a quest to recapture that aesthetic, Carter-Taylor travels the globe in search of rare industrial and antique pieces.

The found object connoisseur—who also owns women's fashion store duckeggBLUE—scours farms, disused factories, and European flea markets to find original items. Carter-Taylor, who emigrated from England to Australia in 1999, has the treasures immaculately restored and, with the eye of an artist, styles them beautifully in her Balmain shop.

The reclaimed curiosities include French cinema seats and scales from railway stations that measured one's weight for a penny. Then there are quirky one-offs like an exquisitely made prosthetic arm. The two things they have in common? Incredible craftsmanship and an intriguing past.

A visit to quintessential duckeggBLUE evokes memories of childhood. Just don’t expect to escape without taking home a piece of history. Can't make the trip? The store has an online magazine that showcases craftspeople, collectors, and found objects. Go to The Quintessential Magazine.

Photography by Dan Himbrechts except where noted. Stylist, John Mangila.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: These Tolix chairs were made around 1950, the industrial enamel lights are from Belgium, and the French factory lockers would have been used to store tools or workers' possessions. Photograph by Sam McAdam Cooper.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above L: The antique French papier-mâché globes date from 1880 to 1930 and were made in Paris. The French clock is a Brillié and the English leather chesterfield desk chair was dyed green but the original chestnut color is being revealed with age. Above R: With the Singer chair and French and English textile spools is an exceptionally rare English thread box from the early 1900s that was branded by the thread company and used in stores to display their thread. Photograph by Sam McAdam Cooper.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: Glass medical jars and a French ice chest full of Hovis bread tins from England that can still be used for baking or to house an herb garden.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: English antique glass domes that were often used to display taxidermy, and a collection of industrial clocks.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: A collection of antique potato mashers.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: This industrial metal cabinet is home to Australian and English pharmaceutical jars from the early 1900s.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: This pair of German oil paintings from the 1940s were a lucky find in a French market. Photograph by Sam McAdam Cooper.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: The church school chairs were discovered in a North West England church and feature a slat at the back to house a prayer book. The slate blackboard is French. Photograph by Sam McAdam Cooper.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: A set of antique French porcelain plates that feature political humor.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: These red Tolix chairs, found in Northeast France, were used in the country's public areas such as local parks. With them are French textile boxes, French enamel industrial shades, and a three metre long English farmhouse table that dates from around 1880 and was found near Nottingham.

Quintessential DuckeggBLUE in Australia, Remodelista

Above: Textile bobbins from Lyon in France displayed on a metal French bottle dryer that has a spinning base and can be transformed into a unique Christmas tree.

For more shops in Sydney, see our Travel Guide.

Armadillo & Co. in Australia: Summery Rugs Made from Natural Fibers

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A new addition to our "Desperately Want" list: Natural fiber rugs from Armadillo & Co. in Australia.

The rugs can be ordered online; in the US, select pieces are available from Archer Modern. For a complete list of stockists, go to Armadillo & Co.

Flower Weave Dandelion Rug from Australia, Remodelista

Above: The Flower Weave: Dandelion Rug is made from Bangladeshi hemp stitched together in a circular design; prices range from $420-$630 AUD.

Persia Rug from New Zealand Wool from Armadillo & Co., Remodelista

Above: The Persia Rug of 100 percent New Zealand wool is available in 23 colorways.

Sandrift Rug from New Zealand Wool at Armadillo & Co., Remodelista

Above: The Sandrift Rug of 100 percent New Zealand wool is also available in 23 different colorways.

Sahara Weave Rug from Hemp at Armadillo & Co., Remodelista

Above: The hemp Sahara Weave is available in natural or charcoal. Prices range from $870 to $1,850 AUD.

Nest Weave Rug in Charcoal from Armadillo & Co., Remodelista

Above: The Nest Weave in hemp with contrasting turnover is available in natural or charcoal. Prices range from $275 to $2,035 AUD.

Zanzibar Woven Rug from Armadillo & Co., Remodelista

Above: The Zanzibar Rug, made of 100 percent New Zealand wool, is available in 23 colorways.

On the hunt for more floor coverings? Look through all the Fabrics & Linens in our Shop section.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on August 27, 2012.

Wild Beauty: Fowlers Flowers in Melbourne, Australia

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Shop owners Lauren Bieber and Tom Crowe find it easy to keep an eye on what's happening at Fowlers Flowers in Melbourne, Australia, because they also own the coffee shop next door. In fact, it was Bieber's desire for a steady supply of fresh flowers to adorn the cafe tables at Mixed Business that gave her the idea to become a florist. But not just any floral designer: Bieber's work stands out for its considered simplicity and natural, direct-from-the-garden look.

Other industries' fortunes may rise and fall, but we'll always need fresh flowers, she says. "Newspapers and banks might go to the computer but this is something you can't replicate—you can't Twitter or Instagram the true feeling of flowers," Bieber recently told Broadsheet.

Fowlers Flowers, Remodelista

Above: Opened three and a half years ago, Fowlers Flowers is located in the Clifton Hill neighborhood of Melbourne. Photograph via Jesame.

Above L: Bouquets of succulents. Above R: Potted orchids. Photography via Fowlers.

Fowlers Flowers, Remodelista

Above: Owner Lauren Bieber creates a bouquet. Her no-fuss approach: re-cut and clean stems; strip leaves and use a clean vase filled with fresh water; keep out of direct sunlight. Photograph by Josie Withers via Broadsheet.

Above: Fowlers is a decidedly eco-conscious shop: Organic waste is shredded and composted in bins filled with worms. Glass and plastic gets recycled. Photograph by Stefanie Ingram.

Fowlers Flowers, Remodelista

Above: Bieber collects recycled glass bottles and tiny terra-cotta pots. Photograph via Fowlers.

Above: A single tulip (center) and graceful helleborus (right) in recycled glass bottles. Photograph via Fowlers.

Above: Something about this reminds me of Make Way for Ducklings. Photograph by Stefanie Ingram.

Above: Notecards for sale. Photograph by Josie Withers via Broadsheet.

Above: An unexpectedly harmonious trio: wheat stems, rosemary, and sweet peas. Photograph via Fowlers.

Above: Fowlers Flowers is open from Tuesday through Sunday. For hours and more information, see Fowlers. Photograph by Stefanie Ingram.

For more floral design with an Australian flair, see Joost Bakker: A Dutch Eco Garden Genius in Australia.

Location of Fowlers in Melbourne:


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A Cottage with Views in Byron Bay

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A hideaway, weatherboard cottage overlooking Byron Bay has 360 degrees of uninterrupted sweeping ocean-to-mountain views. Can you think of a better way to enjoy the natural wonders of Australia’s Gold Coast?

Owners and designers Robert Schwamberg and Andrea Duff of Strangetrader Design have designed the Byron View Farm cottage to be practical and homey but beautiful at the same time. Inveterate travelers, their approach to design is organic; evolving naturally and changing always, finding inspiration in their most recent trip. For information on staying, see Byron View Farm

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design, wrap-around porch | Remodelista

Above: The cottage has a wraparound porch for enjoying the views. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design, zebra skin on floor | Remodelista

Above: A natural palette is punctuated with orange-red highlights in an all white room. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: "We have an eclectic approach in creating both objects and spaces; a process that evolves in a natural and under-designed way," Schwamberg and Duff say. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: A farmhouse table and chairs provide comfort in the well equipped kitchen.

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: A spare use of the color yellow is effective in the kitchen. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: A view of Byron Bay beckons from the master bedroom. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: The bright colors of Dutch design adorn the bed.

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: Sunlight streams through the bathroom window.

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design, stone sink in bathroom | Remodelista

Above: A hand-carved Turkish stone sink brings understated luxury into the bathroom. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: A small mirror reflects the view. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: A picnic table and benches make up an exterior dining area. 

Byronview Farm guest cottage by Strangetrader Design | Remodelista

Above: With views like this, who would want to leave? 

Planning a trip to Australia? Plan your trip with our favorite design haunts down under in our City Guides.

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Sunny in Sydney: Rachel Castle's Top 10 Picks

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When I was e-mailing back and forth with Australian designer Rachel Castle to discuss this post, one of her e-mails ended with "Holy shit" (on realizing she had just missed a deadline). It was perfect Rachel Castle: bright, breezy, and refreshingly colorful, not too dissimilar to her trademark sunny art and bed linens sporting spots aplenty and dashes of fluro. Although she is firmly entrenched in Australia now, she spent many years working in the UK, initially as a buyer for the Conran Shop then moving into branding, eventually setting up her own agency with Alex Willcox and designer Russell Pinch (both of whom are Conran alums). She eventually returned and moved to Sydney launching Castle in 2008 selling her signature bed linens, cushions, and artwork. Last year, she undertook a major house renovation—perfect timing for checking in on her favorite local design sources. Having lived on both sides of the equator, we asked Castle to share what she loves most about Sydney.

Rachel Castle Australia

Above: Rachel Castle in her studio.

Remodelista: What did you miss about Australia when you were in the UK and what compelled you to return?
Rachel Castle: Cheese twisties and all the sunlight. The glorious sun, I could never leave it again!

The Minimalist

Above: The Minimalist, an online retailer.
RM: What's happening with Australian design?
RC: There is a lot happening here with design, especially in the publishing and online retailing worlds. A lot of the rules we have been used to following are being rewritten, consequently there are some wonderful windows opening for young and less well-known designers to get their work to the market. The more design we see, the better for everyone.

Greg Hatton stools

Above: Stools by Greg Hatton.

RM: Who should we be paying attention to on the furniture front?
RC: Furniture wise I have my personal favorites. My old partner, Russell Pinch. Also Mark Tuckey and Koskela (where I'lll be having a show in three weeks).  I am really loving some of the new pieces by Greg Hatton. I think I'm going to buy one of his little three legged stools, which I love!

The Gournds, Sydney

Above: The Grounds in Alexandria.

RM: Best coffee in Sydney?
RC: I live in the suburbs, but have a new studio in the Inner West (I'm not from Sydney, so all I know is that it's the top end of Newtown) and we have been doing the coffee rounds—St. Jude in Redfern, The Gournds in Alexandria, Kitchen by Mike in Roseberry, Allpress in Zetland. The food is getting seriously good in Sydney. Can it rival Melbourne? I say yes, it really can.

Mark Tuckey Home
Above: Mark Tuckey Home.

RM: Shopping for the home?
RC: Mark Tuckey Home in Avalon (owned by one of my favorite people Louella Tuckey, she is seriously a beautiful person) and Koskela in Rosebery and of course Hub, which we always love.  Also loving this relatively new online site, The Minimalist.  There is a real cameraderie among e-tailers; we are all just plucking around in this new world.

RM: Source for vintage finds?
RC: Always hard rubbish! [Aussie speak for non-disposable trash] Although I always end up with a garage full of things the children have plucked from the street. Hideous things, worse than anything I would ever put on hard rubbish. This year my son collected (on the last day so I couldn't put it back) a very very very dodgy ripped upholstered bar height office stool. Giving up.

  standard store Australia

Above: The Standard Store. Photograph via Chinti and Parker.

RM: Clothing?
RC: I go through stages.  I have a broken foot so I'm buying lots from Bassike. Just easy to chuck on over a dead leg. Loving the The Standard Store; they have some really beautiful soft, easy, hard to recognize pieces, really gorgeous things. And of course for all the color we need you can't beat Gorman, unbeatable for the little poppy twist.

  Rope clutter catchers

Above: Rope Clutter-catchers from a workshop at Koskela with Melbourne maker Gemma Patford.

RM: Children's clothes?
RC:
Country Road always. Boys, girls, easy.

Sydney Opera House

Above: Sydney Opera House. Photograph by Sophie Roberts for Broadsheet.

RM: Something we should know about Sydney ?
RC: The Opera House is the most beautiful building in the world. It is covered in over 25,000 Meissen porcelain tiles and is an ode to love and music and culture and architecture and all things sunny in your soul.

To see Rachel Castle's linens, check out our previous posts. Heading to Australia? Check out our Guide to the best shops, restaurants, and lodging.

 

Extreme Repurposing in Sydney, Tin Shed Edition

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Australian architect Raffaello Rosselli celebrates the patchwork beauty of corroding steel by repurposing a humble tin shed into an office and studio in the inner-city suburb of Redfern, Sydney.

Rosselli preserves the memory of a neighborhood’s industrial past by saving the layers of corrugated iron, which had accumulated over generations of repair, from its last remaining industrial shed. Dilapidated and structurally unsound, the shed was disassembled in order to replace the structure and to add windows. Reassembling the patchwork of tin onto the new structure, Rosselli successfully turned a humble tin shed into an office and studio: Spot the difference.

The studio is available to rent through Airbnb

Unless otherwise noted, photography by Mark Syke via Arch Daily

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: The tin shed remains contextual in scale. 

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: The vertical slats of the new gate are in keeping with the vertical striations of the corrugated metal. 

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: Neutral interiors contrast with the exterior patchwork patina.

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: A strategically located window brings light into the stairwell. 

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: The fourth wall of the repurposed shed is concrete. 

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: Corten steel window frames match the corrugated metal panels. Photograph by Richard Carr. 

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: A galvanized metal door marks the entry to the studio. 

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: The tin shed before it was repurposed. Photograph by Raffaello Rosselli. 

Tin Shed in Sydney by Rafaello Rosselli | Remodelista

Above: A new office and studio. Photograph by Raffaello Rosselli. 

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Shanghai Modern in Melbourne

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Melbourne restaurateur David Zhou grew up in the heart of Shanghai (on the busy Nanjing Road, to be precise). While the city might be noted for its glimmering modern skyscrapers, it's the comfort food of the old Shanghai and surrounding countryside that Zhou recreates in his popular namesake restaurant, David's in Prahran, a suburb of Melbourne. After 15 years in business, Zhou enlisted design firm Hecker Guthrie to overhaul the restaurant's interior, replacing the predictable dashes of Chinese red and gilded touches with a modern whitewashed space. For more, go to David's.

Photography by Shannon Mcgrath.

David's Restaurant in Australia

Above: The decor comprises of simple pieces of Chinese furniture stacked in piles.

David's Restaurant in Australia

Above: A mix of painted metal chairs with repurposed wood seats.

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Above: Paper lanterns echo traditional Chinese lanterns.

David's Restaurant

 Above: The former warehouse space was washed in white paint, including the wood beamed ceiling.

David's Restaurant in Australia

Above: Hecker Guthrie pared the space down to its essential elements.

David's Restaurant in Australia

Above: Blue and white china references traditional Chinese ceramics.

David's Restaurant in Australia

Above: The newly painted exterior to David's restaurant.

Looking for more food in Melbourne? Check out our post on Modern Mexican in Melbourne.

 

Bold and Beautiful: Screen Printed Designs from Bonnie and Neil

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In 2010, Bonnie Ashley, whose background includes floral and textile design as well as printing, and Neil Downie, a furniture designer, launched Bonnie and Neil, an original collection of vivid accents for the home. Sporting bold graphics—strong geometrics, and lush florals—in vibrant hues, Bonnie and Neil's collections conjure images of exotic spaces and sun-baked lands. From cushions, bed and table linens to timber wall tiles, each piece is handmade and printed, using all natural materials, at their Brunswick studio. N.B.: Several of their designs are available at Anthropologie in the US.

Bonnie and Neil cushions: Remodelista

Above: Bonnie and Neil's Moorish-inspired timber tiles (shown here in black diamond; $25 each) provide a dramatic backdrop for their cushions. Subtle variations resulting from Bonnie and Neil's process of hand-printing with water-based dyes onto natural fabrics, renders each cushion wholly unique; $125.

Bonnie and Neil cushions at Koskela: Remodelista

Above: Naturally inspired motifs and vibrant hues lend a tropical feel to this collection of cushions at Koskela

Bonnie and Neil chevron bedding via House and Home, Remodelista

Above: Spotted via Design Files Daily, this Melbourne cottage designed by Bonnie and Neil features their chevron bedding as well as their shadow boxes, handmade from reclaimed Tasmaninan oak; $125 to $220. Photo by Armelle Habib.

Bonnie and Neil floor cushions: Remodelista

Above: More generous than their throw pillows, Bonnie and Neil's floor cushions are made from rugged linen; $145 to $155. The cushions here are shown on one of the designers' recycled rag rugs and decorative boxes.

Bonnie and Neil tiles and table linens: Remodelista

Above: Bold table linens by Bonnie and Neil (seen against their Cordoba tiles; $25) are part of their new "Pottery" collection. Photo by Armelle Habib via The Design Files.

Bonnie and Neil tiles and table linens: Remodelista

Above: Bonnie and Neil's Begonia tablecloth, made from linen, is available at Anthropologie; $228.

Bonnie and Neil table cloths at Anthropologie, Remodelista

Above: More favorites via Anthropologie—Bonnie and Neil's Brooks of Bohemia and Grayscale Trellis table cloths; $228.

N.B. Want more exotic accents to throw around your home? Otomi embroidered pillows is another favorite  featuring bold and vivid designs.

 

 

Aussie Style Dining via London with Bill Granger

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On a busy corner of Notting Hill’s Westbourne Grove, behind a reinstated Georgian façade, Granger & Co. has a relaxed and easy Australian vibe with food to match and its popularity is evidenced by the long queues for brunch on the weekends. Working with Granger, Australian designers Meacham Nockles and McQualter created an interior to reflect the nature of the food and to allow for easy gathering. “Simple and unpretentious, it was important that the restaurant didn’t feel European,” the designers say. “People love the relaxed nature of banquette seating, so we tried to get as many in as possible.”

Unless otherwise noted, photography by Mikkel Vang.

Interiors of Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: The daily scenes of London roll by while the diners relax inside. 

Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: Hooks under the bar allow for easy bag storage.

Bar at Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: Hard wearing terrazzo is used as a bar surface.

Interiors of Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: The designers tried to fit in as much banquette seating as possible. Image via Bluecrow Projects.

Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: The waiters wear black linen aprons.

Interiors of Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: The wood frames of the chairs were constructed in the UK and woven plastic from India is used as the matting.

Food at Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: Some examples of Granger's simple fare—blueberry shortcake and ricotta hotcakes.

Interiors of Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: A wooden acoustic ceiling keeps the conversational din to a comfortable level. Image via Bluecrow Projects.

Menu of Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: A full Aussie breakfast is on offer under Bill's Classics. 

Granger and Co., Bill Granger, Notting Hill | Remodelista

Above: Designer's Tip: Yellow awnings alter the quality of the light and make the space warmer. "We reinstated the Georgian facade to complete the building and make it feel like the restaurant was always there," the designers say. "We wanted the restaurant to be a good neighbor."

Planning a trip to London or Australia? Use Remodelista City Guides to plan a design worthy trip to either place.

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Best Reader-Submitted Office Space Winner: Jane Archer

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The winner of the Best Reader-Submitted Office Space in our Considered Design Awards is Jane Archer, who created an open and airy workspace in her renovated hundred-year-old corrugated tin home in the village of Amberley, in the Cotswolds in England. 

Archer's home was first assembled around 100 years ago, an early prefab made of corrugated tin. But by the time she purchased it 15 years ago, it was in need of a major overhaul. The structural work was led by architect David Austin, and Archer designed the interiors. Though she has no formal design training, Archer comes "from a family of house obsessives," as she puts it, and several of her relatives are interior designers and architects. 

For her tin home, Archer dreamed of a workspace that was clean and airy, with ample space to display her much-loved ceramics collection. With three grown sons and a husband (all glued to their computers when at home), as well as her own work to do, it was important to Archer that the office area be connected to the home's large open living space. "In our previous home," says Archer, "when all the family were around, the kitchen table resembled an Internet café." In the new office, a long, slim desk accommodates three or four laptops at a time. 

Archer is fond of minimal interiors, and cites John Pawson, Conran, and Remodelista as sources of inspiration. A veteran of both London city life and time in the English countryside, Archer is fond of "the newer, cleaner country look that embraces both city and country life." She filled the workspace with neutral paint colors, creating a blank slate to display her artwork. Archer has tried bolder colors in the past, but always tires of them: "I love color in other people's houses," she says.

Photography by Jane Archer.  

Jane Archer Office Space, Remodelista 2013 Considered Design Awards Winner

Above: The long, slim desk is made of MDF, painted in Farrow & Ball's Pavilion Gray. Archer credits her builder, Piotr Metel, for translating her ideas into functional pieces.  

Jane Archer Office Space, Remodelista 2013 Considered Design Awards Winner

Above: The doors and baseboards are Farrow & Ball's Cornforth White.

Jane Archer Office Space, Remodelista 2013 Considered Design Awards Winner

Above: Archer's ceramics collection on floating shelves against a wall of Farrow & Ball's Strong White.

Jane Archer Office Space, Remodelista 2013 Considered Design Awards Winner

Above: Archer purchased the dining table from Rossiters of Bath about 10 years ago; she believes it came from the Netherlands.

Jane Archer Office Space, Remodelista 2013 Considered Design Awards Winner

Above: A view from the dining table to the office space. The sculpture on the table is by Dan Fisher.

Jane Archer Office Space, Remodelista 2013 Considered Design Awards Winner

Above: The original finials on the corrugated roof are visible through the skylight.

See all 11 winners of the Remodelista Considered Design Awards here and look for each project profile to publish over the next several weeks.

The Designers Are In: LA Style, Artisan Edition

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This week Los Angeles designers David John Dick and Krista Schrock from DISC Interiors collaborate with friend and furniture designer Glen Lawson, founding partner of LA home ware concept shop Lawson Fenning, and explain how sharing a passion for artisanal craft turned Lawson’s Spanish Colonial house into a home.  They are available for the next 48 hours so ask away! 

With their combined backgrounds in craft and graphic design, Dick and Shrock, founding partners of DISC Interiors and members of the Remodelista Architect and Designer Directory, are inspired by the considered and well-crafted; a passion which sparked their friendship with Lawson whose LA shop, Lawson Fenning (much frequented by architects and designers) provides affordable unique vintage and modern designs. Having owned and lived in the house for a year, Lawson had already painted the interiors white and sought help from his friends for the next phase of design. “We can honestly say this project was a true collaboration with Glenn that began with a simple conversation over coffee at La Mill and expanded into a year-long project,” Dick says. “Glenn shares our love for local designers and artisans, many of which are our friends, so the whole project really propelled itself quickly.”

Photography by D Gilbert Photography

Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: The classic Spanish Colonial Revival, on a hillside in the Hollywood neighborhood of Los Feliz,  was built in 1926 and is entered on the second floor into the public spaces such as the living room.  

Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: "In the living room, the integrity of the architecture and creating a floor plan that worked with the views from the patio were our primary concern," Dick says. The Montebello Sofa and Redlands Table are from Lawson Fenning while the desk behind the sofa is from BDDW - one of the designers' favorite American furniture companies. A vintage Moroccan carpet provides a neutral base to the earthy tones of the room. 

Jason Koharik in Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: A collection of works from 21st century Los Angeles artisans and a mid century credenza decorate the corner of the dining room. 

Jason Koharik in Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: Painted circular wood "cut-outs" by Jason Koharik, a LA lighting designer and artist represented by Lawson Fenning serve as vivid punctuation marks against the textured surface of the wall, typical of Spanish Colonial homes in the area. The brass lamp is by Atelier de Troupe, another LA designer and the credenza is by Gilbert Rohde, a mid century furniture designer best known for his contributions to modern design at Herman Miller. 

Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: The designers retained the ceiling pendant, which was original to the house, and mixed in a mid century dining set is Guillerme and Chambron for Votre Maison along with a custom leather wall mirror by LA lighting designer and artist, Jason Koharik. 

Todosomething kitchen cabinets painted Pratt and Lambert Olive Bark in Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: Inspired by traditional English cabinetry, Plain English in particular, the designers worked with Dakota Witzenberg and Chad Petersen, custom furniture and cabinet makers of Todosomething, to create kitchen cabinets that incorporate a sense of timelessness.  The cabinet paint color is a milk paint with a matte finish that has been custom mixed mixed to match Pratt & Lambert's Olive Bark and is accented with oil-rubbed bronze cabinet hardware from Schoolhouse Electric.

Mira Nakashima chair in Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: "Adding a deeper color works to bring a sense of richness to the downstairs lounge, which is actually quite small," Dick says. "The shelves become a modernist work of art in themselves, creating a space for Glenn's collection of design books, sculptures and ceramic collection."  

Jason Koharik in Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: Burlap linen roman shades and pinstripe velvet fabric from Pindler and Pindler add texture to an informal, comfortable masculine setting in the downstairs lounge. Glenn Lawson designed the sofa specifically for this room and it is now carried by Lawson Fenning. 

Borge Mogenson chair in Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above Left: A mid century chair by Danish furniture designer, Borge Mogenson, anchors a corner of a room. Above Right: The wallpaper in the downstairs powder room is from Cole and Son, and the pattern is called "Apex" from their Geometric Line.  "There is something about using a large graphic pattern in a small space that adds a sense of tension to a room," Dick says.

Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: In the corner of a bedroom, a British abstract oil painting from the 1960's by an unknown artist hangs above a mid century side table and a Highland Wingback Chair designed by Lawson Fenning. 

Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: "We are strong believers that every room should have something vintage to add a sense of history to a space," Dick says. "When we build vignettes, it is really about trusting our own instincts, creating balances and tensions with textures, shapes, colors and materials; ultimately giving into a sense of play until it appears to work."

Bruno Mathsson Jetson Chair in Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: Lawson updated and transformed a wardrobe, which was original to the house, with a coat of Midsummer Gale from Pratt & Lambert. A Bruno Mathsson "Jetson 66" is the vintage piece that imbues the guest room with history.

Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: "The master bathroom has a feeling of an Italian guest suite, with custom oak cabinetry, brass and marble enclosed steam shower, and Henry Plumbing Fixtures from Waterworks," Dick says.  "We love to work with raw materials, and we love to mix and layer them in different ways - using materials such as brass, oak, and marble will always feel modern yet historical, and they will actually look better as they age over time."

Glenn Lawson Spanish Colonial by DISC Interiors | Remodelista

Above: The entrance to Glenn Lawson's Spanish Colonial home. 

Exposed beams lend instant character to any interior which is why DISC Interiors were careful to preserve the original exposed beams of this Spanish Colonial home.  See 610 other example of Exposed Beams in our Gallery of rooms and spaces. 

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