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< we were able to purchase some beautiful furniture second-hand and
bought all our appliances on sale.”
Kane designed the garden himself, another significant cost saving.
The front yard is formal in design, while the backyard is taken up with
an expanse of lawn for the girls to play on. “Kane is very much a lawn
man,” says Claudine, laughing. “He spent ages researching the perfect
low-maintenance turf, before settling on Palmetto buffalo grass.”
While Kane took care of the garden, Claudine set about feathering
the nest. She engaged interior designer Amanda Harris of Oliveaux
Interiors to help create her own spin on Hamptons style, one that artfully
blends family treasures with antiques and budget-friendly accessories.
Amanda says the artworks, some from Claudine’s existing collection,
some newly sourced, were the secret to success. “The paintings honour
the heirlooms and were really cost-effective – vintage original artworks
like these range from $200-$800.”
The Sheppards couldn’t be happier with the lifestyle their new home
provides. “The dual-living arrangement works really well for us,”
says Claudine. “We all have our privacy but still enjoy plenty of time
together as a family.” >
Oliveaux Interiors, Coorparoo, Queensland; (07) 3394 2477
or http://www.oliveaux.com.au. Abode Construction, Sandgate,
Queensland; (07) 3269 7993 or http://www.abodeconstruction.com.au.
THE LAYOUT
GROUND FLOOR FIRST FLOORDining LivingKitchenBedLaundryBedBedSunroomBedBed
LivingBathBathBathKitchenN
PantryOutdoor
sittingEntranceWardrobeWorkroom