SOFT SPOT
Home Beautiful|August 2023
THE APTLY NAMED CLIFF COTTAGE IN MELBOURNE'S BAYSIDE HAS GENTLY EVOLVED INTO A COSY HOME OVER TIME, WITH UPDATES TO SUIT A FAMILY'S CHANGING NEEDS
BRITTANY SMITH
SOFT SPOT

AT EASE This home is filled with layered details that add character. In the living room, a Dunes and Duchess 'Lakehouse' side table in oak, from Motivo, is paired with antiques such as an armchair upholstered in Westbury linen and a metal vessel. Linen blinds and floor lamp from Jam Interiors and American oak floorboards custom coloured by Jam Interiors. Ottoman, owner's own. Homme Design Paisley Stamp Gold' and GP & J Baker cushions (opposite) introduce pattern and colour.

KITCHEN A combination of white, wicker and patterns sets the scene. Dulux Natural White and Dulux Navajo White on the walls provide a neutral base, while wicker baskets, sourced through Jam Interiors to fit the open shelving of the walls and island, add a warming contrast. An antique Windsor spindle-back armchair complements the Jam Interiors custom stools. The black AGA stovetop is chic and practical. Andrew Gourlie table lamp (discontinued) adds colour.

INSIDE STORY

Maggie, interior designer 

Who lives here?

A married couple whose adult children often stay over as well.

What's your decorating style?

Maggie: "Classic, contemporary and individual; where comfort and style work hand in hand."

Favourite feature of the home?

"The warm and inviting kitchen, the family room with the lived-in feel and the softly arched ceilings."

Advice for renovating heritage houses?

"Respect period details but don't be afraid to paint dark timber panelling."

What was your aim with this project?

"To keep the lived-in feel of the home, and add layered and interesting fabrics and detail without making it look too decorated."

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