Grass-trees & Butterfly Chairs
Australian Modernist Landscapes and applications for today
While not quite as old as rock, timber has been around for a very long time! It is an essential material in construction and is highlighted particularly in mid-century design, where exposed beams and posts are celebrated rather than covered or painted. Continue reading Timber in the modernist landscape
While hunting for inspiration for a current design project, I came across this amazing landscape. It is the Earth Sciences … Continue reading Rocks in the landscape
For those still on the hunt for that perfect outdoor setting for their garden, this article on the Modernica Blog contains some inspiring images and a bit of insight into the rise of indoor/outdoor living. Continue reading Survey of the Mid-Century Modern Outdoors | Via Modernica Blog
This is the advice I offer most to clients and also an important design philosophy I apply to my work. … Continue reading Keep it simple
There is no hard and fast rule with front fences in modernist design. There are many mid-century homes that are private and secluded from the street, while others remain open and on display. Continue reading Safety and Privacy | A mid-century fence for your home
The decorative concrete block is iconic of mid-century style and construction. Here are just some of the uses for this material in your modernist landscape. Continue reading Decorative Concrete Blocks in the Modern Landscape
Ferns have long been a popular feature of Australian gardens and this post from Iota Australia shares some tips for having your own potted fernery. Continue reading Ferns in Pots, Grows Great in Shady Spots | via IOTA Australia
With the creation of our garden underway, we have come upon a bit of a stumbling block — What to … Continue reading Garden furniture for your mid-century home
What material could be more iconicly Melbourne than the bluestone pitcher? Think of the solid walls of historical Melbourne landmarks … Continue reading Solid, reliable, beautiful | A tribute to the bluestone pitcher
We’re not far away from our move and already we have been thinking of the new garden and what amazing … Continue reading A tribute to the Breeze Block and why we love them
