Australian_House_&_Garden_2017_01

GROUND FLOOR

Garage

Pool

Rumpus

Pontoon

Bed

Bath

Laundry

Office

Entrance

‘ Everyone said I should knock it down

but I just couldn’t – the house has my

family’s DNA in it.’ David Dodd

RUMPUS Once the children’s play area, the rumpus room is

now a sophisticated retreat for reading and relaxation. Cushion,

Kova Lifestyle. Serico Sky rug, The Rug Establishment. Original

terrazzo flooring. The ceiling is lined with timber battens.

Designer buy: Eames Classic Lounge and Ottoman, $8255, Living Edge.

S TA I R S An artwork by Archibald Prize winner Ben Quilty is the hero

on the landing between the rumpus room and pool area. Platinum

Sandblasted pavers, Fibonacci Stone. Stair treads in French oak,

Queensland Timber Flooring.

KITCHEN The kitchen was refreshed within its original footprint

and an island bench was installed between it and the adjacent living

room for an extra prep and meals space. American-walnut joinery.

Vintage George Nelson Butterfly clock. Armando Vicario tap, Abey.

Oven and cooktop, Miele. Benchtop in Caesarstone Bianco Drift.

For Where to Buy, see page 188. >

THE LAYOUT

FIRST FLOOR

Paint colours are reproduced as accurately as printing processes allow.

SECOND FLOOR

Bed

Bath

Bath

Deck Bed

Living

Dining

Kitchen

Sitting