LIVINGLynne had slipcovers made to cover a well-used King Living sofa. Mirror, West Elm.ENTRANCEA tired pine cabinet was revitalised with a coat of
Dulux Guild Grey. Artwork, Designer Boys Collections. Rug, Armadillo&Co.BATHROOMThis space has beenreworkedwith a Reece Kado Lure bath for
long post-ride soaks. The tiles are in black and a concrete-look porcelain.BEDROOMPattern and texture add interest in the smallest room. Bedheads
in Warwick Fabrics Dolce. Lattice cushions, Tigger Hall Design. Polaris lamp, MRD Home. For similar bedlinen, try Pillow Talk.For Where to Buy, see page 188.
<verandah that’s been expanded to match the total size of the
living space, as well as a pool. The house is at the rear of the
block and its elevated position makes the most of views across
the valley. Surrounded by nature, they adore the bright stars
ofthe dark country nights, away from the city lights.“Though
Tony and I were immediately attracted to the property, we were
concerned about the large size of the house and the dilapidated
cottage in need of major renovation,” says Merrilyn. “But in
hindsight, it was a great buy for us.”
Interior designer Lynne Bradley, who had decorated theirSydney home, was asked to update the house and renovate the
cottage. “Continuity was very important so the home didn’t
become disjointed,” says Lynne. “My selection of green and grey
wall colours was to counteract the orange timbers throughout
and provide a stylish backdrop for other colours to shine.” Under
Lynne’s direction, cabinets and pine furniture the family had
owned for up to 30 years were also painted and some given a
contemporary feel with leather pull handles from MadeMeasure.
The projects are ongoing, but have given the couple a great
senseof achievement. “Tony and I have done a lot of hard yakka,”
Merrilyn laughs. It’s a different life to living by thecoast, but
seeing the property transformed has clearly been worth it. >
Lynne Bradley Interiors,Lindfield, NSW; (02) 9880 9202 or
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