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A tired, post-war Brisbane home has been transformed into a tranquil haven by its design-savvy owners.
John Downs

An understated palette of white, with the occasional dip of blue, has helped create a polished boho aesthetic in this Brisbane abode.

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Entrance

A reclaimed timber console from Indigo Love Collectors is the perfect foundation for displaying decorative pieces in the living room.

Console | Home Beautiful Australia
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Kitchen

A simple yet chic scheme in the kitchen was achieved with white cabinetry, concrete-look Yamaroo Matte benchtops from Bunnings and timeless subway tiles. Because the tiles have organic edges, they tie in with the subtle heritage elements throughout.โ€ For similar tiles try Kalafrana Ceramics. The large window out to the deck enhances the connection between indoors and out and acts as a wonderful servery for the family.

Kitchen | Home Beautiful Australia
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Living room

Cushions from Vintage Beach Shack and Canvas+Sasson pick up the tones of a Warranbrooke artwork titled โ€˜Deep Seaโ€™. During the renovation, beautiful timber floors were unearthed and restored to their original glory, with intricate cornicing and a picture rail added as a nod to the homeโ€™s heritage. On the floor is a ribbed rug from Tribe Home, which provides a lovely feel underfoot, and anchors a sofa from Ikea. 

Living room | Home Beautiful Australia
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Bathroom

The new-look bathroom is far more spacious than the previous incarnation, with the layout re-worked to make a focal point of the freestanding bath and feature wall. The hexagonal mosaic tiles, a mix of beautiful grey tones with hints of beige, are from Bunnings. A floating vanity from Reece introduces an element of warmth, with a pendant light from Milk & Sugar and black tapware, also from Reece, adding punch.

Bathroom | Home Beautiful Australia
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Bathroom | Home Beautiful Australia
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Main bedroom

A photographic print called โ€˜Native Floralโ€™ by Warranbrooke inspired the soft pink palette of the bedroom, with the bed below dressed in a mix of linen and pretty cushions from Cittร  Design. Gorgeous side tables and a dresser from Xavier Furniture add to the eclectic mix, while venetians and sheer curtains diffuse early morning sunlight. Overhead, a pendant from Mediterranean Markets creates another textural element. 

Bedroom | Home Beautiful Australia
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Exterior

Exterior walls are painted in Dulux Weathershield Low Sheen in Wordless.

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Home exterior | Home Beautiful Australia
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For a serene seaside home of your home, take of our coastal interior decorating ideas.

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