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JAMES ST
HOUSE
ALL THINGS JAMES STREET : THE MAGAZINE | MARCH 2021
A NOD TO MODERNISM
FOR LOVERS OF MODERNIST HOMES,
JAMES ST GIVES A NOD TO THE ERA,
BUT IT’S NOT A LITRAL TRANSLATION.
IT’S SOMETHING UNIQUE INDEED!
70 PAGES OF GORGEOUS!
WE’LL TAKE YOU THROUGH THIS FAMILY
HOME ROOM BY ROOM
WELCOME TO JAMES STREET, NORTHCOTE - A FAMILY HOME!
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WE HELP WOMEN BUILD.
How you ask?
We are here to educate, support and empower women to confidently
build, renovate and develop their own way!
WITH THE RIGHT ABOUT US...
TOOLS EVERYONE REBEKA & KRIBASHINI
CAN BUILD! As a registered builder and successful residential
developer, my recent projects have broken sales
Renovating or building your own home records in Northcote and I’m absolutely thrilled to
is one of the biggest investments you have had so many featured on the front cover of
can make, and developing for profit can lead Domain Magazine. REBEKA
you to the lifestyle of your dreams. Having a deep passion for construction and project
management, I am highly passionate about the built
BuildHer Collective are helping women make
environment. Having extensive experience managing
building and developing a fun, rewarding and
commercial projects and also renovating my own
empowering experience. home, I want to share my insights and experience
Our passion for building and developing, vast hiring and managing designers, specialists and
business experience and constant thirst for contractors with other like-minded women and help
knowledge has translated into a desire to help them feel confident about building. KRIBASHNI
other women build.
b e k a &
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We created BuildHer Collective to empower women
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with the right tools to build the home of their dreams
or develop for profit... and its not as hard as you
s h i n
Kriba
think! Our online programs guide you through every
step along the journey, all with the support of like-
minded women.
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WE PRACTICE WHAT WE PREACH
Rebeka from BuildHer develops with the below project team.
ARCHITECT
DESIGN & INTERIORS
Rebeka Morgan
& Rachel Collard
BUILDERS
John & Rebeka Morgan
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FINISHES
Paint (Walls & Window/Door Frames) by Haymes
- Pale Mushroom 2 / Steel Doors & Windows with
Fluted Glass (Custom Designed) by Empire Steel -
Shijo White / Tiles by Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES
Table (Custom Designed) by Rebeka & John (Steel
Legs and Aluminum Top) / Chairs from Temple &
Webster - Bora Stackable Outdoor Dining Chairs
(Set of 4)
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T H E H O U S E T H AT ’ S N O T T O O B I G
AND NOT TOO SMALL BUT JUST RIGHT FOR
T H E M O R G A N FA M I LY
JAMES STREET HOUSE
THE PROJECT THE DESIGN TEAM
The James Street house is Rebeka’s “forever” home - the Rebeka and John, builders and lovers of architecture, knew
house that she and John had always dreamt of creating. They they needed an amazing architect with creative vision for
started with a blank slate, and a lot of hopes and dreams. this project. They had worked with Bellamo & Cat on a few
projects (Cunningham St and a big blue head!), and this
Like most people that are building, there were so many
development had the existing Edwardian house (Bayview)
different styles and finishes that they loved. But, they needed
and a vision for a rear oasis hidden down the end of a lane.
to narrow down the inspiration to a theme, and a mood board
that they were able to provide their Architect. The vision was to create a home which stood separately to
the existing Edwardian Bayview Street home. It needed to
The overall concept was around creating a home with all of
provide a wall, but no relationship. As lovers of the modernist
the living areas on one floor, and the bedrooms on another.
aesthetic, they wanted their home to have a nod to the era
They were looking for a home which was conservative in its
but did not want to be literal in their translation.
footprint but provided ample spaces for everyone to spread
out in. The architects are pretty awesome, and were hired for their
form and vision. So with a list of requirements, a general
Natural light and beautiful natural materials were key to the
vibe and free rain, they did indeed deliver! They pitched a
design concept they wanted to work with. They wanted to
curved form that made use of the more conservative piece
repeat the key elements throughout the home to create a
of land, putting solid walls on two boundaries, and completely
space which is calm, yet warm and inviting.
blocking out the neighbour’s house.
Rebeka and John talk about their three THE INTERIORS
feels of an ideal home environment
The Architects provided documentation to the Building
being inspiring, welcoming and calm. Permit stage, but the interiors were completed by Rebeka,
John and some fantastic input from anyone who cared to
Like they teach, the home is all about the moments that you have a conversation about it, including Justine Murphy in
share with your friends and family, so a big emphasis was put the project’s infancy and Rachel Collard from BuildHer
on creating moments of connection and moments for retreat Collective and Co.Kitchens as the project ramped up and
within the home. As a big family you need dedicated spaces got underway. Once the palette and samples were set the
for both! joinery, including kitchen, was drawn up by Rachel (and
They have had lots of practice working on homes and are Blanca), re-defining and exploring at every phase. On the
always up for exploring another challenge. Throughout day these gorgeous photos were taken by Dylan James the
this magazine you will see how and why they put materials lovely Bea Lambos from Bea+Co added that extra amazing
together, and we’d love you to let us know which moment touch with her beautifuly styling - thank you both so much!
was the moment you liked best! There are so many to choose Rebeka and John (as builders), like a fluid design process,
from! allowing them to create as they build. Ok in an owner builder
scenario, but generally not considered the standard practice
for people building their own home. It is only from a deep and
thorough understanding of the process and how things come
together that they are able to play with the interiors along
the way like this.
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WELCOME
Statement Stairs!
At BuildHer we believe the entry to the home is incredibly important.
Referring back to the ‘welcoming’ space that Rebeka was trying to
create, the entrance was intended to be a place where you stepped into
an inner sanctuary. A place where family and friends could arrive and feel
immediately at home.
The brick entrance opens up in this area to reveal the whole house. If you
look through the garden you can see straight through the foyer windows
across all the living areas. We love the way this entrance feels and that
the mud room, garage and powder are concealed behind full height
panelling, beautiful walnut full height panelling!
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THE ENTRANCE
& HALLWAY
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Joinery (Laminate - Possum, Green) by Grandview Kitchens /
Joinery (Walnut) by Grandview Kitchens / Paint (Brick Wall) by
Haymes - Pale Mushroom 2 / Steel Balustrade (Custom Designed)
by Empire Steel - Shijo White / Steel Doors & Windows with Fluted
Glass (Custom Designed) by Empire Steel - Shijo White / Tiles (Floor
& Stairs) by Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Door Hardware / Handles by Linear Standard - Frankie (Walnut
Finish) / Lights (Downlights) from Lights Lights Lights - Switch
Recesed Downlight)
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES
Artwork by Katie Wyatt via Greenhouse Interiors / Plant (The one
Rebeka is Carrying) - Sansevieria Trifasciata / Pot (White Tall Round)
from The Balcony Garden / Pot (White Low) by RJ Living - Romo
Medium Planter in (Mist)
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LOVE THE STEEL TILE ON THE FLOOR...
WINDOWS & DOORS INSIDE & OUT!
The decision to run with steel or aluminium was real! The flooring finish was really important to the overall look
Aluminium windows would have saved Rebeka and SHOU and feel of James St, particularly as Rebeka & John wanted
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John an estimated $80K - yes, that is A LOT a seamless flow from inside to the outside. They worked with
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of money, but what would they have been a marble crazy pave concept initially but when they had it
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sacrificing here? Way more! costed out, it was going to have too much of an impact on their
budget and the finish would have been harder to maintain.
The entire look and feel of the home is
centred around a few things, and the design was one where They had always loved this particular colour in the Terazzo, so
materiality was important. They used a recycled brick which they knew that it was worth chasing their vision. “Khaki Jam”
they then painted, terrazzo tiles and steel windows. These three had an undertone of yellow and blue and a depth about it, whist
items need to work really well together and the decision was still being light. Another big bonus about this particular Terazzo
a hard one as they actually changed their sub-contractor half was the level of stock that Fibonacci holds locally, making the
way through the project (they were having so many issues). 600 x 600mm tile avaiable in the quantities they needed at
the time they need it!
However, where there is a will there is a way, and Empire Steel
rose to the occasion for them! Steel windows are tricky as they A tiled staircase runner was a little fun that they had to really
are all custom made for each and every project and there are play with in the entrance as the stairs are such a prominent
many details that need to be worked through. Which means feature of this home!
that if you are ordering steel windows, you need to be aware
of how they will come together, see samples and have trust in Find out more about Fibonacci Stone by SHOU
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your supplier! Are they happy with the finished product - why visiting their website.
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Find out more about Empire Steel by visiting their website.
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Mud & Powder!
It’s a practical thing - the mud room. For their large family it really works,
and they’ve been an adopter of this space for quite some time. With a
pile of children it’s a great space for them to put all of their ‘stuff’ away
when they come home from school, kinder and creche.
When they manage to put their shoes and jackets away (dreams are free
right?) then it’s such a breeze to find them again on the way out.
#ifonlythiswasreallife
Oh and talk about the cutest little powder room tucked away there too!
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ENTERTAIN
Formal Lounge!
With 6 children living at home, a separate/formal lounge was a must for
this home. A clearly defined place where adults could talk when guests
come around and the kids are playing was deemed of high importance.
This is not a place for TV (although provision was left) but rather a place
for reading, entertaining conversation by the fire and drinks at the bar.
The detail for the joinery was taken from a cabinet that Rebeka really
loved, allowing the shelves to read as floating but have the structural
support to be able to hold books and a small pile of plants.
16 ALL THINGS JAMES STREET : THE MAGAZINE | MAY 2021 BUILDHER COLLECTIVEFORMAL LIVING FINISHES Joinery (Walnut) by Grandview Kitchens / Paint (Brick Wall) by Haymes - Pale Mushroom 2 / Tiles (Floor) by Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam FIXTURES & FITTINGS Curtains by DIY Blinds - Allusion Range (Colour Marzipan) / Door Hardware / Handles by Linear Standard - Frankie (Walnut Finish) FURNITURE & HOMEWARES Art on Bottom Shelf from Modern Times / Books - Owned and Loved by Rebeka! / Chairs (Brown) from CCSS - Vintage Danish Deluxe Chair / Chair (Pink) by Globe West - Sinclair 1 Seater Sofa Salmon / Coffee Table from Jardan - Sidney Rust / Couch (Green) from Globe West - Orlando Seamed 4 Seater Sofa - Sea Moss / Cushion (Green Ball on Couch) by The Creative Muster via Etsy - Ball Sphere Shaped Modern Minimal Khaki Green Boucle Wool Cusion Pillow / Lamp (Next to Couch) - Arco Floor Lamp / Lamp (Curved with Marble Square Base on Bottom Shelf) from Facebook Marketplace / Lamp (Orange on Top Shelf) - Custom designed by Rebeka & John using original light fitting from Bayview / Pot Planter (Next to Pink Chair) from Facebook Marketplace / Rug by The Rug Collection - Neo Rug in Cream (No Longer in Stock) / Styling Items on Shelves - Too many to list, but if you really want to know, reach out and we’ll do our best to get back to you. / Vase (Brown Glass on Bar) from Marmoset Found / Vase (On Coffee Table) from Douglas & Hope BUILDHER COLLECTIVE ALL THINGS JAMES STREET : THE MAGAZINE | MAY 2021 17
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Dining Delight!
Now who does not love a custom dining room table?
With a curved wall behind them, positioning a rectangle or square table
would have been a challenge, so instead they created a rounded
tripiziod type of table with a lovely piece of marble that they sourced
from Signorino Tile Gallery (one of their favourite stone suppliers)!
This large table allows them to seat 9 (8 in the family + one girlfriend)
and then have space to add additional seating if anyone wants to come
over and join in on the fun!
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DINING YES PLEASE TO A SHOU
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CUSTOM STONE
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Paint (Brick Wall) by Haymes - Pale Mushroom 2 / Tiles (Floor) by
DINING TABLE
Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
When designing a curved dining room, one might have thought
Curtains by DIY Blinds - Allusion Range (Colour Marzipan) / Light
they would know where they were going to put the table -
(Pendant) via Lights Lights Lights front Klaylife - Totana / Lights
right?! Or maybe not.
(Wall) from Lights Lights Lights - Muro
Rebeka had always pictured the table working in a different
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES way, but one of the things they love to do on site is to build a
Artwork by Sam Michelle available via Gallery Smith / Bowl (Brown table from ply and trestles before they make it to ensure they
Marble on Dining Table) from Design Stuff - Ferm Living Scape Bowl get it right. Turns out the sample wasn’t quite right the first
/ Bowl (Pink on Dining Table) from RJ Living / Chairs by Globe time around, BUT, when they turned the space, they were able
West - Chase Dining Chair / Cutting Board (Marble) - Stylists Own to make it work with some curves.
/ Dining Room Table (Stone) from Signorino - Karaman Pink / Table
Rebeka and John both love building tables, and when they saw
- Custom Design by Rebeka & John - Marble Top and Steel Legs /
the pink Karam Stone slab from Signorino, they knew this was
Tray (Gold on Dining Table) - Stylists Own / Vase (Brown Glass with
the one! Designing the table like this has meant that they can
White Flowers) from Design Stuff - Iittala Aalto Vase / Water Jug &
seat 9 on an average evening and 13 comfortably, and with a
Glass from Design Stuff - Ferm Living Ripple Shot Glasses & Carafe
big family that is very helpful indeed!
Find out more about Signorino by visiting their website.
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LIGHTS, AND THE RIGHT LIGHTS
Lighting is one of the most important considerations. We all use them and when the sun goes down, well then we need them to light up our
homes don’t we? If Rebeka is truthful and actually confesses, then she may tell you it was for her, too often, an afterthought. Some nice
downlights and a feature here and there and we had a Lighting Plan. That was of course until she met Danielle from Lights, Lights, Lights
and then (Hold the Phone and Stop the Press), she was en’LIGHTENED’ - see what we did there?!
Lighting is an intricate and tricky beast filled with types of lighting, colours, brightness and styles and when the penny drops, you will never
be able to go back. With full faith, Rebeka handed over her floorplan to Danielle (or a marked up version which somewhat resembled what
they wanted to build) so that she could work her magic. So knowledgeable and passionate about lighting, Danielle is a master!
One of their primary rules had been to “stop the glare” - the glare caused by downlights reflecting off surfaces! The temptation is often to
grid out the ceiling with many, many downlights which light the space. But, as they discovered in their Bayview project, the more efficient
and often more elegant solution is to reflect light from the walls to the ceiling, washing the room with consistent light.
They clearly have drunk that cool-aid! The quality of the light fitting, lux and lumens is also something that Danielle and the team at Lights
Lights Lights really invest in, as this will change your experience of a space. Think major retailers for bright blue lights aimed at waking up
your senses and getting you into a heightened buying mode and by contrast, the intimacy of a luxury hotel using ambient and localised
lighting to make you feel warm, invited and comfortable!
We encourage you to rethink your Lighting Plan and use this as an opportunity to really elevate your space. The difference between a good
Lighting Plan and a bad one - chalk and cheese OR $$$ when you’re selling! Go the lights and get the WOW factor.
Find out more about Lights Lights Lights by visiting their website.
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Kitchen Dream!
Everyone knows the kitchen is the heart of the home, but did you know
you should start with this space in mind as the balance of timbers, stones
and other materials are best made here. Starting with the lovely tile base
a warm walnut tone was a natural fit, along with Cosentio’s Tahj Mahal
benchtop which is virtually indestructible (a requirement when you have
so many unruly/lively children and a propensity to burn everyday meals -
Rebeka’s words FYI)!
As you would expect, they chose wonderful high end appliances from
Designer Appliances, complete with two ovens, one of which Rebeka
burn out before the first week of living there was even over! They
enlisted the help of Rachel, from Co. Kitchens, to draw up the joinery
and work through the finishes with them.
Rebeka & John always say that talking about and testing their ideas with
people equally as passionate about building is important. The tiles in the
butlers pantry were added as a lovely detail and the green tone within the
cabinets and in the butlers pantry was a favourite colour suggested by
Rachel of Co. Kitchens.
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Benchtop & Splashback Stone from Cosentino - Taj Mahal / Joinery
(Laminate - Possum, Green) by Grandview Kitchens / Joinery
When we saw the “Taj Mahal” stone at the
(Walnut) by Grandview Kitchens / Paint (Brick Wall) by Haymes
Cosentino warehouse (always an exciting visit) it
- Pale Mushroom 2 / Tiles (Floor) by Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam
completely ruined Rebeka & Johns’s concept, as they just
/ Tiles (Island & Pantry Walls) by Academy Tiles - Ice Mosaics
KNEW they had to have it!
45x145mm
Not only is it INDESTRUCTABLE (Rebeka means read this
FIXTURES & FITTINGS as completely helpful for her unruley family, with far too much
Kitchen Appliances (Oven, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Fridge/ nagging already to worry about things on the bench!), but it is
Freezer, Dishwasher by Smeg via Designer Appliances / Curtains stunning too!
by DIY Blinds - Allusion Range (Colour Marzipan) / Door Hardware
/ Handles by Linear Standard - Frankie (Walnut Finish) / Lights As they had previously worked with the Silestone range from
(Downlights) from Lights Lights Lights - Titanium / Light (Track) Cosentino in their Bayview house (and knew how good it was),
from Lights Lights Lights - Kobe / Tapware (Island & Butlers) from they had already ear-marked it for a seemless and gorgeous
ABI - Elysian Brushed Nickel product for the bathrooms, laundry and the powderroom... and
then they just waltzed in and stole the hero stone as well!
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES They sourced the Silestone and also the Due S sinks from
Artwork (On Shelf & Cooktop Bench) by Sam Michelle available via Cosentino, as you can create a seamless look by pairing
Gallery Smith / Bowl (Brown Marble on Dining Table) from Design the sink and the benchtop. Whilst they are newer into the
Stuff - Ferm Living Scape Bowl / Salt & Pepper Shakers from Design Australian market, Cosentino is a huge international brand with
Stuff - by Wirth ‘Crush Me’ Salt or Pepper Grinder in Oak / Stools an amazing reputation, and when you are picking key high use
from DOMO - White Matt Frame with Natural Cork Seat (No Longer materials, quality is important.
Available) / Vase (Brown Glass with White Flowers) from Design Stuff
- Iittala Aalto Vase Find out more about Cosentino by visiting their website.
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FROLIC
Kids Can Play!
There’s a Bear in there (he’s Mr 5) and a chair as well, so come inside -
it’s play time!
When you have so many children (that’s the small pile Rebeka so often
refers to) it’s essential that they have a space of their own and enough
room for them ALL to sit and play. Cue this media/family room with a
massive sliding door (for when you need to leave them be for a bit) and a
couch that goes for miles and miles all around the room!
This custom designed couch from Harbro Furniture is U shape in design
and has enough space so that the possible 13 that can fit around the
dinner table could comfortably fit onto the couch to chill and watch a
movie should they so choose. Nice one!
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RUMPUS ROOM FOR THE CUSTOM
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Joinery (Walnut) by Grandview Kitchens / Paint (Walls) by Haymes -
DESIGNED COUCH!
Pale Mushroom 2 / Tiles (Floor) by Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam The snug… Built in couches were a thing of the 70’s (we think -
don’t quote us), but they are having another strong moment.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Blind (Window) by DIY Blinds / Lights (Ceiling) from Lights Lights Rebeka and John worked with the lovely Bryce from Harbro
Lights - Puzzle Mega Furniture to create a u-shaped couch that would give them
maximum space, use and seating for their playroom or snug.
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES The organic curves were designed by Bryce and they chose a
gorgeous and impossibly lovely green leather for the fabric.
Artwork (Clouds) by Rebeka using Haymes Paints / Artwork by Sam
Michelle available via Gallery Smith / Baby Stroller from Olliella / They love the idea of really defining a space by well made
Coffee Tables (Wide White + Tall Blue) from The Rug Collection - bespoke pieces, and Harbro have really made a name making
Lulu / Couch (Custom Designed) by Bryce from Harbro Furniture these things come to life and happen for not only Rebeka and
/ Cushion (Green & Peach Balls on Couch) by The Creative Muster John, but many others as well.
via Etsy - Ball Sphere Shaped Modern Minimal / Cushions (Rebeka’s
Own) / Rug from Jagers Carpets - The Rug Collection Magic Mineral Find out more about Harbro by visiting their website.
250 x 350cm
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The Bedrooms!
When these bedrooms were planned, which are all located together on
the first floor, we think the architects (and/or Rebeka and John) were
channeling a little Goldilocks. They’re not too big, they’re not too small -
they’re just right!
Bedrooms are for sleeping (mostly) in this household, so these ones are
well thought out, and not super massive. Incorporating built-in storage in
every one, they are totally functional for this family. With plenty of room
for the children downstairs to play and be around mum and dad, the
quiet of the upstairs becomes a sleeping sanctuary, especially when they
jump into mum and dad’s massive big bed in the master suite!
The one spectacular feature we have to mention, the circular window in
front bedroom of the house. This is the one you see from the driveway
and wow - what a beautiful statement it is, and thoroughly in keeping
with the other circular features throughout the home.
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BEDROOMS BLINDS & CURTAINS -
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Joinery (2 Pac) by Grandview Kitchens / Joinery (Walnut) by SO VITAL & LOVELY
Grandview Kitchens / Paint (Walls) by Haymes - Pale Mushroom 2
Hilariously when we asked Rebeka about DIY Blinds, her first
/ Steel Window (Round with Fluted Glass) from Empire Steel - Shijo
thought was “curtains - installed just for them!”
White / Carpet by Godfrey Hirst from Jagers Carpets
DIY Blinds is their “go to” when it comes to window furnishings!
FIXTURES & FITTINGS Rebeka and John know and understand just how important it is
Curtains by DIY Blinds - Allusion Range (Colour Marzipan) / Door to get it absolutely right on every project.
Hardware / Handles by Linear Standard - Frankie (Walnut Finish) /
Light (Track) from Lights Lights Lights - Kobe / Light (Small White The curtains and blinds need to serve a few purposes, the first
on Wall Next to Baby Cot) from Lights Lights Lights - Blush Wall one is to create privacy, the second to keep the sun out or
Light Northern / Light (Black on Wall Above Guitar) from Lights to soften the glare, and a third and perhaps less thought of
Lights Lights - Lampe de Marseille NEMO purpose is to create a sense of intimacy and luxury.
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES We didn’t have an issue with privacy or sun for the lounge/
dining area, but because all the surface are hard (tiles, bricks,
Artwork (On Wall) from Rachel Castle - Love Print / Artwork (On
stone) we really wanted to soften the room and so we chose to
Window Sill) from Green Home Design - Don’t be a Dick / Bed &
incorportate some sheers there - they’re lovely.
Baby Cot from Leander - Leander Class Baby Cot / Bedlinen from
Sage & Claire via Jumbled / Dollhouse (Open with Figurines) by Bear The bedrooms of course have blockout blinds and/or
and Co / Lamp (Squirrel) from Big Dreams - Heico Squirrel Lamp / curtains to get that all important good nights’ SHOU
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WASHY
Upstairs Laundry!
Ok some might say this laundry is slightly controversial - it’s upstairs
if you hadn’t already noticed! But just like Stephanie O’Sullivan from
Ireland (you can read about her in the new book Rebeka and Kribashini
wrote called “BUILDHER”), Rebeka felt that the best place to put her
laundry was upstairs - where all of the bedrooms were and therefore all
of the dirty clothes!
Did she really need to be carrying baskets full of washing up and down
the stairs, well no. One of the things that BuildHer teach you before you
build is to really explore how you and your family live in a home before
you build it. This room is all about functionality - in it’s placement, in the
cupboards and drawers in which to store dirty washing and the beautiful
big bench where you can fold it all back up and then return it to the
appropriate bedroom - located only steps away!
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FINISHES
Benchtop from Cosentino - Silestone (Colour Yukon) / Joinery
(Walnut) by Grandview Kitchens / Paint (Walls) by Haymes - Pale
Mushroom 2 / Tiles (Floor) by Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Door Hardware / Handles by Linear Standard - Frankie (Walnut
Finish) / Light (Track) from Lights Lights Lights - Kobe / Tapware by
ABI - Elysian Brushed Nickel
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Family Bathroom!
Hello gorgeous bathroom - a show-stopping stunner if ever there was
one! The key to success here, as described by Rebeka and John, are not
too many choices for materials (only 2 tiles throughout) and ones that
work beautifully together, not only aesthetically, but functionally.
With many children under her belt, Rebeka knows that a built-in bath is
a practical (yet still stylish) way to go. No bending down to clean behind
a stand-alone bath for her - nope! The continuation of walnut joinery,
shaving cabinets with mirros and shelves, provides enough storage for the
whole family - which is lucky as it’s the family bathroom.
Take in the spacious shower and enjoy the wow taps and shower fittings
from ABI Interiors and you’ve got a winner.
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BATHROOM SUCH BEAUTIFUL
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Benchtop from Cosentino - Silestone (Colour Yukon) / Joinery CABINETRY ER
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You might have guessed that Rebeka and John
Mushroom 2 / Tiles (Floor & Surrounding Bath) by Fibonacci Stone -
invested a lot of time, energy and money into
Khaki Jam / Tiles (Top Half of Walls) by Academy Tiles - Ice Mosaics
making the joinery right and how they envisaged it.
45x145mm FIXTURES & FITTINGS Joinery really is one of the areas where you can really make
Light (On Wall Above Bath) from Lights Lights Lights - Orbit Plus your life A WHOLE LOT better.
Unios in White / Shaving Cabinet from Grandview Kitchens / Sink
Consider things like “where will my toothbrush live?” and “I’ll
(Underbench) by Cosentino - Due S Sink (to match the bench) /
need a powerpoint there as I have an electric toothbrush” for
Shower (Head, Rail & Hand Held) by ABI - Elysian Brushed Nickel /
the bathroom. When the children come home from school,
Tapware by ABI - Elysian Brushed Nickel
you’ll want them to take off their shoes and put their bags
somewhere that isn’t the hallway, so you need to design space
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES for that where they will actually achieve that outcome.
Artwork (On Shelf) by Sam Michelle available via Gallery Smith /
Vase (On Shelf) from Priscilla Chan, Clay Storiez Rebeka and John also have children of various ages (from just
a year old all the way up to 21) using the same area and space
in different ways and with different things, so it needs to be
cross purpose. This is all achieved by storage and joinery. They
used Grandview Kitchens for all of it throughout the house and
Rebeka will tell you that she was very pleased with both their
service and professionalism. It really was a calm and smooth
job. They actually booked a date 6 weeks in advance and arrived
on that day - what a joy!
Find out more about Grandview Kitchens by visiting their
website.
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DREAM
The Master!
When dreaming and designing this master suite, we think that Rebeka
and John incorporated all of the best features from their previous
projects combined and the resulting space is beautiful and cozy.
The cabinetry again makes its walnut statement with the lovely
headboard and shelf behind the bed, bedside drawers, walk-in robe
storage off to the side and storage in the ensuite.
Easily fitting in the massive king size bed (there is plenty of room for the
kids to come and snuggle) and with plenty of space still around, the flow
works perfectly and the ensuite - just a little bit of heaven if you ever
manage to get 5 minutes in there by yourself without a child chasing you
down. Some slightly different floor and wall tile choices create a light and
bright ensuite with plenty of natural light looking out onto the enclosed
inner courtyard and massive palm tree thanks to the lovely neighbours.
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MASTER SUITE LOVE THE GODFREY
FINISHES
Benchtop from Cosentino - Silestone (Colour Yukon) / Joinery HIRST CARPET VVIA
JAGERS CARPETS
(Walnut) by Grandview Kitchens / Paint (Walls) by Haymes - Pale SHOU
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You know how passionate Rebeka is about carpet!
FIXTURES & FITTINGS Especially cozy carpet in the bedrooms and upstairs -
it’s great both for warmth and sound proofing.
Light (On Wall above Toilet) from Lights Lights Lights - Orbit Plus
Unios in White / Light (Track) from Lights Lights Lights - Kobe / Rebeka and John teamed up with Jagers Carpets and Godfrey
Light (On Bedhead) from Lights Lights Lights - Lucciola / Shaving Hirst to install this lovely loop pile carpet.
Cabinet from Grandview Design / Shower (Head, Rail and Hand
Held) by ABI - Elysian Brushed Nickel / Sink (Underbench) by This Godfrey Hirst wool blend has a gorgeous heather through
Cosentino - Due S Sink (to match the bench) / Tapware from ABI - it, which is very forgiving of any issues and is obviously a lovely
Elysian Brushed Nickel heavy luxurious weight. To order carpet you need to understand
a few things: Style, Colour and Budget. Once you have worked
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES out the style: plush, loop or twist, then really about 95% is the
colour and then you look to budget.
Artwork (On Joinery) from Modern Times - Stacey Rees, Fools
Gold / Artwork (On Wall) from Great Frames - John Trif Highways A little plug for Jagers Carpets here - they carry a lot of stock,
/ Bedlinen from Sage & Claire via Jumbled / Otterman (At Foot of because they buy the good colours in bulk amounts so they can
Bed) from RJ Living / Towel Hook from ABI - Elysian Brushed Nickel pass all of those savings onto you! Make sure you reach out to
Caitlin to talk about the specials she has bought!
Find out more about Jagers Carpets by visiting their website.
Find out more about Godfrey Hirst by visiting their website.
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Beautiful tapware is now an absolute must in
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homes built or renovated today - and there is so
much great stuff out there!
Actually, we find that tapware and benchtops to be the things
that people seem to get most connected to, and we know why!
These are the tactile things that we will be touching and feeling
all the time. When we reach a lovely surface we want to run our
hands over it, and its is the same for the tapware.
Now, did you know that ABI Interiors was designed and
imported by builders who were having issues with lead times
and quality? So, like the entrepreneurial family (yes, this is also
a family owned and run business) that they are, they set out
to solve the problem and the supply chain, and 5 or so short
years later the quality speaks for itself. Now they have three
warehouses of stock AND they are branching out into other
areas!
HOT TIP... If you’re a BuildHer don’t forget your special
discount - they’re in our Little Black Book!
Find out more about ABI Interiors by visiting their website.
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Garden Courtyard!
It really is the perfect word to describe this garden. Hidden down a
driveway, you would never know there was this quiet and lush (and
getting more lush by the minute) garden.
Seeing it today, the plantings now having taken hold and growing into
the framework, you almost wouldn’t recognise it. There’s still some work
to be done on half of the garden, but the ideas are sparking for Rebeka,
especially now that she’s taken on more study to learn about landscape
design and plants via Melbourne University’s Burnley Campus. Seeing
it as a complementary skill to building, combine the two together and
watch out world!
Taking joy in the garden is so accessible to most people. Seeing it change
and grow, live and breathe through the seasons. Add in unexpected
hard-scaping elements like a round porthold entrance and you’ve got
yourself a wonderland.
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Decking (Walkway) by Beirin Projects / Paint (Walls & Window/Door
Frames) by Haymes - Pale Mushroom 2 / Steel Doors & Windows
PAINT... PALE AS A
with Fluted Glass (Custom Designed) by Empire Steel - Shijo White /
Tiles by Fibonacci Stone - Khaki Jam
MUSHROOM 2!
Have we told you how much we love Haymes Paint? No,
FURNITURE & HOMEWARES are you sure? We feel like we bang on about it a bit… but for
Table (Custom Designed) by Rebeka & John (Steel Legs and GOOD reason!
Aluminum Top) / Chairs from Temple & Webster - Bora Stackable
Outdoor Dining Chairs (Set of 4) / Drinks Trolley by Globe West - Not only are the paints amazing to use, great coverage and
Lagoon Bar Trolley, Terracotta / Pots (White) from from The Balcony washable (have you met Rebeka’s children yet? - again her
Garden words!), but they are well-priced, locally produced and the
nicest team owned and operated by an Australian family
business just out of Ballarat!
We love using them, we are sure you will too!
TOP TIP... If you are looking for a special colour or need some
help they have a colour consult service. Perhaps you might
adventure further than Pale Mushroom 2!
Find out more about Haymes Paint by visiting their website.
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time became the lovely Inner North Garden
Oasis it deserved to be! Like many lockdown
gardens, it was the only thing to keep the men and
children outside and entertained while Covid was kept at bay.
And I can tell you that Rebeka was not unhappy at the use of
time.
Gardens have come to mean so much to us, they really
complete the house and home and we believe a properly
designed and developed garden can add a lot to the look and
feel, but also the value of your home!
Rebeka has been investing in learning more about gardens and
landscapes and how we can bring them to life, as now more
than ever they are required as an escape and a functioning area
to be in. Our gardens, like our homes are being asked to be
many things to many people. A cricket pitch, a place to think, a
sand pit, an exercise yard, a nice view...
Creating great spaces from inside to outside is important, and
we think on this home the landscape design by Plume Studio
has really created a space that amplifies the internal spaces.
Find out more about Plume Studio by visiting their website.
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