Bright delight
Home Beautiful|June 2022
THIS MULTICOLOURED FEDERATION FEAST FOR THE EYES BECOMES A PERFECT MATCH FOR A DYNAMIC SYDNEY FAMILY
SUE WHEELER
Bright delight

With busy jobs and five children under 17, there's never a dull moment for this Sydney family... and the same goes for the colourful interiors of their renovated 1918 Federation home. Its blood orange front door and chartreuse hallway are a nod to the vibrancy beyond.

COSY COMFORT This joyous home on Sydney's Lower North Shore draws inspiration from its Federation roots and outlook, with interiors by designer Brett Mickan for homeowners Di and Mike and their children Joshua, Lachlan, Eloise, Harry and Olivia. In the main living, V-groove panelling, walls in Dulux White Duck Quarter and a cathedral ceiling create the backdrop for layers of prints, patterns and colours, while the King 'Concerto' sofa offers a comfortable night in front of the TV. "It's important for the colours to clash a little, to give it energy," says Brett. "Lots of children live in the space and it shouldn't feel like a showroom." The ottomans are by Diane Bergeron for Arthur G, the 'Sprout' side table is from Blu Dot and the curtains in Christopher Farr fabric are from Coco's Soft Furnishings. The entry (opposite) extends a colourful welcome, with a vintage lamp, 'Unfold' pendants by Muuto (try Surrounding) and a 'Ti Vedo' owl wall lamp by Karman (try Light Co). Wainscoting adds grandeur and contrast to Dulux Delta Break gracing the walls. "We also have panelling upstairs, which ties the old and new spaces together," says Di.

"I love colour as it makes me feel alive," says homeowner Di, who lives here with husband Mike and their children, Joshua, 16, Lachlan, 15, Eloise 12, and twins Harry and Olivia, nine. "I think the house embodies the personality of our family - there's always a lot going on and we are positive people with a bright outlook on life."

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