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Two-tonegreywallsareteamedwithtextured-porcelaintiles architect and he collaborated with Wildwood Stone to create
intaupe,creatinganearthybackdropforthecouple’scollection ourspectacularterracedgardenandthemeanderingfootpaths
offurniture,artandartefactscollectedontheirtravelsthroughout throughthegarden,afeatureinspiredbyKingsPark[inPerth].
the Kimberley region and Indochina. The darker grey, Porter’s The garden complements the home beautifully – we discover
Paints Riverstone, is used in the entrance and living area to new vistas each time we walk through it.”
absorbtheharshestsun,and helps the living zone sink into its Thehousereallycomesintoitsowninsummer.Allthedoors
bushland surroundings. are thrown open and life revolves around the infinity pool,
Comfort is always a key factor when choosing furniture, but grassedterrace,outdoorkitchenandfirepit.“Welovetraveland

sophisticated finishes were equally important to the couple, staying at beautiful resorts and we aimed to bring the best of
who opted for soft Italian leather on the sofa, velvet cushions, thatintoourhome,toenjoyeveryday.Stephenthoughthemight
and walnut joinery. “These materials deliver the glamorous, get bored living in the country, but he loves it as much as me,”
sumptuous feel we both love,” says Polly. Colours throughout saysPolly.Stephen’sverdict?“It’s absolutely perfect. We wouldn’t
taketheircuesfromthelandscape;objetsd’artfromtravels and change a thing,” he says. #
vases filled with native foliage add the final flourish. Naked Architecture, Dunsborough, WA; 0409 999 155 or
“Stephen lived in the UK for many years, and he wanted our nakedarchitecture.com.au. New Grade Landscapes, South Perth,
gardentoshowcasethenativeflorahe’dmissedwhileabroad,” WA; 0404 242 496 or www.newgradelandscapes.com.au.
says Polly. “Ourfamilyfriend,LouisVanRooyen,isalandscape Wildwood Stone, Dunsborough, WA; wildwoodstone.com.au.

POOL Infinity pool designed by Naked Architecture, constructed by Dunsborough Pools Design & Construct. Sunloungers, Bay
Furniture. MAIN BEDROOM Bespoke pearl-inlay bedhead and side table, Sohal Living. Turkish sconce from a store that has now
closed. Lamp, Empire Dunsborough. REAR GARDEN The mostly native garden, on the western side of the property, helps settle the
home into its surroundings. MAIN ENSUITE Vanity, tapware and basin, all Rogerseller. Inlay stool, Sohal Living. Rug, Armadillo &
Co. OUTDOOR ROOM This alfresco area is a favourite for Polly, pictured with her friend Bea (seated). Dining table and chairs, all
Bay Furniture & Design. Champagne bucket, Georg Jensen. Vase, Empire Dunsborough. For Where to Buy, see page 190.

The layout

Bed
Study Bath

Cinema
Bed
Living

Entry

Dining Kitchen Pantry

Bed Bath
Bed
Kitchen
garden
Pool
Outdoor bath
Outdoor room

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