Dream House

It was important for the creative pair to be able to showcase their collection of art pieces throughout.

"The effect of the plantings on the terrace is enormous,” reflects the couple. “Not only do the branches and formations give a sense of the four seasons, but the way it looks from the living room contributes to a sense of calmness. It gives the illusion that we are viewing art."

"My wish for the bathroom was for it to feel like walking along a creek through the Tasmanian wilderness,

"If you find people you can be open and honest with about what you want to create, then their professional skill and exposure to products and craftspeople can elevate and refine your home in your desired direction,

“Describing a feeling or way of living in our home was always important, as the color and texture palette was always chosen based on our natural surroundings,” says Teegan.

The window in the kitchen that overlooks the garden is intentionally free of any structure, with the small ventilation openings discretely located to the side. This ensures the view is uninterrupted and the woodlands become part of the interior.

Access into the garden is through the side of the kitchen and not the rear. This means the rear is protected for wildlife and the family do not have to go through the garden to access the BBQ and hard landscaping.

"A matching bench extends into the open shower where accordion corner windows can open entirely,

"Upscaled accordion doors and a picture window set the stage for dining two ways: either intimately contained within the art-adorned room, or open to the elements and extending the party onto the cypress-ringed dining deck,

When four people share one bathroom, two sinks are a necessity. To accommodate both basins in the small footprint, Brian commissioned a custom walnut vanity.

White-painted shiplap in the bathroom brightens the room, while wood details such as the oak ceiling trim and walnut vanity and shelving add warmth to the palette.

Brian and Melissa chose a light color palette—pale wood and white paint—punctuating it with moments of color from art, furniture, and, in the case of the kitchen, dark tile. Ceramic dishes and woven artisan baskets are useful and beautiful.

The kitchen is open to the small living area with OR.CA outdoor sofas and another Armadillo rug. The pedestal coffee table is by Hawk and Stone.