In this issue, we delve into room makeovers, highlighting everything from large-scale home renovations to smaller scale decorating – and there’s no easier way to update your home than with homewares. In our August issue, the Home Beautiful team has gathered the latest homeware releases from culinary essentials to cosy accent pieces. And for a little extra style inspiration, we chat to interior designer Georgie Shepherd about LVN restaurant’s delightful new look.
From gorgeous garden crockery to comfortable beds, here’s our pick of homewares.
Here are our favourite finds for August
01
‘Nadia’ table lamp
$149, Castlery
Best for: Matching bedside lamps
Singapore-based furniture and homewares brand Castlery’s showroom has arrived on our shores at Supa Centa Moore Park in Sydney, and it was well worth the wait for its expansive and exquisite design elements. There you’ll find Castlery’s latest releases, including the ‘Nadia’ table lamp, which is available in a set of two for added elegance in your home.
Sizes: 37.5cm and 44.5cm
Colours: White and Black Glaze
Material: Ceramic
Key features:
- Sand-glazed ceramic base
- Available as a single lamp or in a set
- Post-modern design
02
First Harvest extra virgin olive oil in 500ml
$40, Cobram Estate
Best for: Budding MasterChefs
Cobram Estate’s 2024 First Harvest extra virgin olive oil is fresh and zesty, and it’s a game-changer for drizzling on salads, grilled vegetables, seafood and meat. Each 500ml bottle comes in a beautifully presented cylinder and is filled with a blend of specially selected olives for a rich and flavourful experience.
Size: 500ml
Key features:
- Limited-edition
- Cold-pressed fresh olives
- Perfect for giving salads a delicious boost
03
‘Brunswick’ bed base
from $750, Koala
Best for: Catching some zzzzs
Looking for a premium upholstered bed base without the long lead times and hefty price tag? The new ‘Brunswick’ bed base from Koala comes in five sizes and three super-smart colourways with contrasting piping detail, giving a bespoke feel. The base is easy to assemble (no tools necessary) and designed to minimise squeaking for soundless sleep.
Colours: Bush Walk, Corner Store and Limestone
Sizes: Single, King Single, Double, Queen and King
Materials: Solid pine and timber with recycled polyester and polyester
Key features:
- Made from sustainably-sourced timber
- Designed in Sydney
- 120-night trial available
04
Wild strawberry plate in Inky Blue
$60, Wedgwood
Best for: Impressing your dinner guests
Wedgwood’s iconic Wild Strawberry pattern, first introduced in 1964, is now available in a punchy Inky Blue collection that will inspire a whole new generation. Choose from an enchanting array of dinnerware, tea cups and other petite pieces, all made from fine bone china. Just add to your brunch table or delight guests at dinner.
Colours: Inky Blue
Material: Bone china
Key features:
- Dishwasher and microwave safe
- Designed in England
- Timeless design
05
‘Demi’ wall light
$340, The Montauk Lighting Co
Best for: A lightbulb moment
Classic style meets minimalist design in the ‘Demi’ wall light by The Montauk Lighting Co. A black metal arm gracefully holds a white pleated shade, gently diffusing light to create a charming ambience in any setting. Whether placed in a bathroom for a country-style feel or in the living room as a reading light, this fixture is a beautiful home addition.
Size: 33cm x 20cm
Key features:
- Belgian linen shade
- 6W LED light
- Simple and traditional look
06
Botanic garden casserole pot
$625, David Jones
Best for: A spring-themed soirée
Welcome the coming of spring with this beautiful botanic casserole dish from Portmeirion. The Susan Williams-Ellis design harks back to casual 1970s dining, with sweet peas and butterflies making a captivating table addition. Match with the botanic garden dinner plates and coasters for a complete garden-themed party.
Colour: White
Sizes: 3.4L
Material: Fine porcelain
Key features:
- Dishwasher, microwave and oven safe (up to 200°C)
- Branded box
- Designed in England
- Quality craftsmanship
07
‘Kenora’ room screen
$319, Freedom
Best for: Making the most of your living room
Looking for a touch of privacy or a stylish way to divide your living area? This elegant foldable room screen features high-quality rattan and a sleek steel frame spanning three panels, offering both functionality and sophistication. Just simply fold and store to keep the screen in tiptop shape when not in use.
Colour: Black
Size: 150cm x 180.5cm
Materials: Rattan and steel
Key features:
- Versatile and stylish
- Adds decorative and visual interest
- Folds easily for storage
08
Floral apricot table lamp
$159, Early Settler
Best for: Evoking a charming ambience
Hamptons style is all about classic elegance, which this lamp has in swathes. The porcelain base features a hand-painted floral design topped with a white shade that brings a subtle beauty to any room. Placed on a console or bedside table, this lamp is bound to leave an impression.
Size: 51cm
Colour: Yellow
Materials: Porcelain and polyester
Key features:
- Made from premium porcelain
- Polished finish
- Wattage – 40W
09
Hay dog bed
$150/small, Cult
Best for: Pampering your pooch
This dog bed is part of a design collaboration between brands Holly Golightly and HAY Dogs, and the results are too cute! Made from recycled polyester and available in playful colours, it will keep your furry friend comfy and warm. The bed also comes in three sizes and is washable with a removable cushion.
Colours: Red, Blue, Burgundy, Green and Multi
Sizes: Small, Medium and Large
Materials: Recycled polyester
Key features:
- Easy to clean
- Bright and fun design
- Available in a range of sizes and colours
10
‘ElegancePush2Go’ door lock in Pale Eucalypt
Price on application, Austral Lock
Best for: A safe and stylish abode
Lock your home with the push of a button thanks to Austral Lock’s ‘Elegance Push2Go’ door lock, which is available in 24 colours, plus a variety of custom shades such as Pale Eucalypt. We love the easy-to-use lock and secure latch bolt that adds an extra level of safety on a sturdy strike plate.
Colours: Precious Silver Pearl, White Birch, Stone Beige Matt, Primrose Gloss, Pale Eucalypt, White Gloss and Black Satin
Material: Stainless steel
Key features:
- Easy installation
- Fits both left and right-handed hinged doors
- Designed in Australia
- 14 other colourways available
HB talks about the redesign of Bird in Hand’s LVN restaurant
Interior designer Georgie Shepherd of GSID takes us through LVN in Adelaide’s brilliant new redesign
What was the brief for LVN’s gorgeous new look? “[Owners] Andrew and Susie approached us with this idea to create LVN. Named after their daughter, Lalla Victoria Nugent (LVN), the vision was to develop a new high-end restaurant. A space that was warm and inviting, an extension of their home, and an open kitchen where the theatrics of the kitchen were on show!”
And how did you bring that brief to life? “We began by delving into what it was that this space was to be, what connection it had to the winery and what story it wanted to tell. The connection to the Peramangk land and people, the traditional custodians of the land, was represented through the open fire for cooking and the indigenous artwork within the restaurant.”
What’s your favourite part of the design? “The chef’s table. It was designed to connect patrons to the kitchen. I love the view you get of the chefs preparing your meal, the feel of the marble and the open fire. Dining at LVN is a special culinary experience.”
What’s your favourite dish? “I loved it all, but it has to be the croissant [a twist on a traditional croissant, handmade by chef Jacob Davey to accompany the wallaby main course]. It’s hard to understand how a croissant could be a culinary sensation, but it was absolutely delicious, like nothing I’ve had before.”
And wine? “I’m a big fan of the Bird In Hand TED Chardonnay, and the Marie Elizabeth Cabernet Sauvignon is fabulous.”
