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AN UNEXPECTED LUXURY COASTAL RETREAT

EDITORIAL STYLING, INTERIOR DESIGNClaire Delmar

With an enviable position perched high above Manly Beach, Cadence & Co.'s reimagining of this neglected beachside home is a far cry from the well-worn coastal designs we're accustomed to. Employing a moody palette of olive greens, walnut and toffee browns and hints of blue, we enhanced each space with unique pieces that both recede and gently contrast with the luxurious furnishings.


Styling by Claire Delmar of Studio CD
Architecture and Interior Design by Cadence & Co.
Photography by The Palm Co. Designs

“The connection between the room’s interior and exterior was integral to our design approach and this is reflected in our choice of palette and materiality. Subtle blues referencing sky, ocean and pool, silvery-greys of olive trees, and the greying weathered timbers of the pool terrace, are all woven into the finishes and fixtures."
Cadence & Co.

With the main living space upstairs already offering commanding views due North along the length of Manly Beach, we wanted to enhance our client's experience of their home by bringing something new, and for this, we focused on the way the room would be enjoyed.

Our idea was to create a second living space dedicated to relaxation and entertaining: a chic lounge bar with full kitchen, integrated banquette dining for eight, relaxed living, and direct outdoor pool terrace access; perfect for long lingering in/outdoor lunches with friends, that could comfortably spill into the evening; or simply laze and graze away a quietly decadent afternoon solo. – Cadence & Co.


A WORKPLACE SANCTUARY BY DANIEL BODDAM

Claire Delmar

This month's Belle magazine features Daniel Boddam's transformation of the utilitarian warehouse space of landscape designers Wyer & Co., into a calming oasis of wellness, that personifies their shared affinity for nature and the Australian landscape. We focused on shape, scale and artisanal materiality to imbue the spaces with a tonal, peaceful aesthetic.


Styling by Claire Delmar of Studio CD
Architecture by Daniel Boddam
Landscape Design by Wyer & Co.
Photography by Pablo Veiga

“The result is a quiet and considered interior that harmonises with the Australian landscape and celebrates the artisanal; a testament to simplicity, comfort, calmness and wellbeing."
Daniel Boddam

Harnessing a shared affinity for nature, Daniel Boddam Studio has transformed landscape design practice Wyer & Co’s Botany-based warehouse into a workplace sanctuary awash with verdant landscaping, natural light, sustainable materials and locally crafted furniture. The synergetic pairing has crafted a responsive and nurturing space reflecting the designers’ shared reverence for nature and interest in connecting people to place. Daniel Boddam

“[I love] The simplicity of the design, the tall ceilings and the natural light, which permeates the steel windows. There’s also a generous amount of space, encouraging collaboration between team members of each division without stepping on each other’s toes. It’s a very calm and enjoyable environment to work in.” – Anthony Wyer, Wyer & Co.


MANLY WHARF BAR

INTERIOR STYLINGClaire Delmar

Alexander & Co have stamped their distinctly paired-back aesthetic and passion for sustainable practice on their latest hospitality venue, Manly Wharf Bar. Deftly balancing an enviable collection of Danish furniture classics with industrial touches of exposed brick, chrome and rammed earth, we highlighted the architectural features with contemporary decor in a retro-inspired colour palette.


Architecture and interior design by Alexander & Co.
Photography by Anson Smart.
Styling by Studio CD.

"MWB is a worn back, worn away, and reclaimed coastal rumpus room — the venue feels part urban loft story, part sexy surfer. A mid-century warehouse above water, an integration of the Manly CBD with the slightest touch of residential DNA.”
– Alexander & Co. design team

Inspired by its sister venue The Burleigh Pavilion on the Gold Coast of Queensland, Manly Wharf Bar has decluttered the iconic Manly location in an effort to de-theme the wharf at large and its many tenancies which have become a themed pastiche over the years. It is a renovation and brand re-positioning of the old Manly Wharf Bar and Bistro within the same tenancy envelope, but with all new doors and windows, as well as exterior finishes and signage. The project spans from the Eastern Sports bar to the Southern Tropic Restaurant with a private dining room and orientates around the central bars and open kitchen with a pizza oven.
Yellowtrace

“Like all our projects, less is more. The purposeful decluttering of the tenancy fit-out is both an aim to return more experience for less work, but as much to reduce or remove the churn of fit-out work and position the business for its next 20 years with only the necessary new furniture and paint required to get it there.”
– Alexander & Co. design team


GROUNDED IN NATURE WITH ARMADILLO & CO

EDITORIAL STYLINGClaire Delmar

Claire shared a conversation alongside Sharyn Cairns with Armadillo & co, in line with release of the new Classic campaign they created, about the significance of nature in their work and lifestyles.

Featured on the Armadillo & co journal here.

Classic campaign for Armadillo & co Photography by Sharyn Cairns Styling bySTUDIO CD

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Grounded in Nature with Studio CD & Sharyn Cairns

The newest additions to our Classic Collection – Acacia, Andes, Winnow and Bramble – explore how filling the home with furnishings that pull the outside in can lift our energy levels from the moment we cross the threshold. Below, we speak to stylist Claire Driscoll Delmar of Studio CD and photographer Sharyn Cairns about shooting the campaign and how they maintain a connection with nature in their day-to-day lives.

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Claire, how do you balance your beautiful signature aesthetic with a campaign like this, where we want to give audiences the blank canvas to imagine our rugs in their own spaces?

Claire: I love natural textures and materials, so working with the Armadillo range always allows a beautiful base to build upon. The colours, piles, knots and variations mean I can introduce a variety of styles – whether it’s contemporary forms, vintage pieces or complimentary natural and organic layers. A customer can then connect with a colour or style that’s within their home or that they aspire to, and in turn imagine how the rug would work within their own space.

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With our rugs, the beauty is in their detail. How did you go about capturing their tactility in your imagery

Sharyn: I think it’s important in the campaign to convey the rugs in the beauty of a space. The overall feel sets a tone – it provides inspiration as well as a practical scale. Rich, intriguing details or more tightly framed crops can then show the texture of the handwoven craftsmanship. The stylist also works to create scenes that are complementary to the rugs.

Claire, did this influence your choice of props?

Claire: I like to work with a calm approach through the props and add a touch of uniqueness to give it life. I feel this balance really speaks to the brand, allowing the rugs to tell a story of their own.

Our new collection is all about being “grounded in nature” and using nature-inspired furnishings to enhance our well-being. Do you find that your own interiors have an influence on your mood and energy

Claire: Absolutely, I love the use of natural and organic pieces throughout my home, which make it feel comfortable and relaxing. Alongside my Armadillo rug are pieces in timber, travertine, linen and leather which complement the rugs in a timeless manner.

Sharyn: It’s important to have a home where you can relax, feel calm and centred from the everyday pace, especially in these times when we are spending so much of it at home. A sanctuary of simple but comfortable furnishings, objects and artworks that are personal mementos, and colour hues that promote the same feel. Mood lighting has a huge influence on this – I like freestanding, dimmable lamps so that I can create a soft ambience, a place to withdraw and restore my energy for busier shoot days.

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What are some small ways that you maintain a connection to nature?

Sharyn: Whether it’s walking, running or just sitting in the park or staring at waves crashing on the beach, nature is like a form of meditation for me. It erodes so many of the daily complexities and has the ability to just make me be still.

Claire: I live right near Centennial Park, so I enjoy daily walks through there. My children also love being outdoors, so this keeps me connected to nature.

What is keeping you grounded these days?

Sharyn: Given the current climate where so many people are facing hardship, I am more grateful for small wins in a day. Being healthy, exercising and enjoying the slower pace of life is keeping me smiling.

Claire: Daily walks, pilates via Zoom and lots of cooking and wine! Special times spent with family and friends have also been very grounding of late.

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HOUSE OF STYLE

PODCASTClaire Delmar
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Early this year Claire sat down with Jono Fleming and Kerrie-Anne Jones from The House of Style podcast to share her story and journey through design. 
From her childhood through to her varied styling career of fashion, food, teaching and interiors, her story highlights how working hard and learning all facets of the industry has brought her to where she is today. 

BEHIND THE SCENES STYLING ARMADILLO & CO

EDITORIAL STYLINGClaire Delmar
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We love creating beautiful spaces, whether it's for clients, interior designers or interior brands, however there is so much more that goes on behind the scenes to create the beautiful imagery you see. 
For the Agra campaign, and with all projects, we started with a brief before pulling together a correlating concept. To express the rich colour tones and natural elements of the rug our focus was to layer tone on tone colours. To compliment the colours we curated natural finishes such as timber and stone, softly draped linens, handmade ceramics and matt and metal glassware to sit under the incredible natural hanging sculpture created by Doctor Cooper.
After the concept is created we begin sourcing the perfect pieces for the day, making sure they're available and organising drop offs and pick ups the day before shooting. Once on set it's a big day for everyone involved to create the perfect setting, with painting backdrops, set design and constant styling of each piece so it is in place to create the perfect shot. All of this before packing up again and returning every pieces to our incredible suppliers. 

Agra campaign for Armadillo & co. Photography by Sharyn Cairns Styling by STUDIO CD

INGREDIENTS

Agra Rug Armadillo & co
Mathilda Chair Hub Furniture
Hanging sculpture Doctor Cooper
Backdrop painted Porters Paint
Table decor stylist own

STYLING A MID CENTURY HOME

BLOG FEATUREClaire Delmar

Picking up on the rich colours of the surrounding bush earthy tones of blue, green and brown were selected to highlight the interiors against the Modernist architectural backdrop. Softly curved shapes and organic handmade features sit alongside industrial finishes such as glossy metals and injected plastics creating a relaxed elegance throughout the home. 

The story featured on The Design Files November 22nd 2019
Interior Design Studio Gorman Photography Prue Ruscoe Styling STUDIO CD

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An Amazing Mid-Century Home Gets A High-Tech Makeover!

The word ‘amazing’ is frequently overused (especially around here!), but it absolutely applies in the case of this recently-restored and extended mid-century residence in Sydney’s Lower North Shore! WOW!

Without disrupting the original façade, 8 Squared have doubled the size of the home to allow for extended family visits. The interior design by Studio Gorman is just as impressive, combining ‘50s elements alongside the latest technology to take this home into the 21st century and beyond.

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