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“Astunning example of the effectiveness of a

pared-back colour scheme that allows natural

textures and finishes to be the heroes. The

result is a warm, relaxed, contemporary space

thatmakesmewanttosettledownonthe

sofaandneverleave.”

Lucy Sutherland, International School of

Colour & Design, judge

2016 Room of the Year

Best Use of Materials

Lawless and Meyerson

“A gorgeous and practical family room: architecturally

striking with layers of comfort embedded.”

Lisa Green, editor in chief,Australian House & Garden

“The room has a natural/raw aesthetic without

losing the softness, warmth and comfort that you

would expect in a living room environment.”

Kylie Peterson, national marketing manager, Blum

(Best Use of Materials sponsor)

“Symmetrical, with a

multi-layered use of

natural products, this room

is highly contemporary

without being austere.”

Cameron Warwick,

joint managing director,

Warwick Fabrics

(RoomoftheYearsponsor)

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Photograph by Justin Alexander.

TOP

OOMS

Masterful material mixes and bold colour strokes set up

our best Top 50 Rooms line-up yet. This striking family

room, by first-time entrant Joanne Lawless,wowed our

expert judges, and was voted 2016 Room of the Year.

Congrats to the 50 entrants, and winners all.

SHOP THE ROOM

✚Joesofa, MCM House

✚Nettlerug,Cadrys

✚Stools, LuMu Interiors

✚Prologe lights, Kreon

2016

ROOM OF

THE YEAR