Light Touch
10 ImagesA petite Melbourne townhouse gets a fresh start under the clever eye of its designer owner.
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“I use a timeless palette then find small areas to be brave – we were hesitant to use a brass finish on the cupboards, but now it’s one of our favourite features,” says Kristiina.Credit:Armelle Habib
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A print by Michael Murphy and a brass mobile by Juno + Ace give Will’s nursery an arty edge. The cot is by Leander and is designed to convert into a bed as the child grows.Credit:Armelle Habib
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A base palette of white and light timber creates a spacious feel, as do the mirrored cupboards. Kristiina designed the speaker console with mesh doors.Credit:Armelle Habib
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“We planted clumping bamboo to screen the eastern boundary – now it’s a private little urban oasis,” says Kristiina. The table and chairs are by Hay, from Space.Credit:Armelle Habib
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A panelled timber wall is both bedhead and art shelf in the master bedroom. The print, Superman Wears D&G by John Woo, was a present for Kyle. Credit:Armelle Habib
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The rocker chair by Takeshi Nii was bought in Japan, and the faux-fur Elements Optimal “Bambi” chair is from Top 3 By Design. Credit:Armelle Habib
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In the master bathroom, Kristiina has achieved a look of rich, textured layering with her choice of mirrored cabinets, timber-panelled walls and intricate terrazzo.Credit:Armelle Habib
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In the dining space, the print is by Lindsay Blamey, from Otomys, and the leather chairs are designed by Mario Beliini for Cassina, from Space.Credit:Armelle Habib
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“After working with artist Anna-Wili Highfield, I asked if I could have a photograph of one of her beautiful paper bird sculptures,” says Kristiina. The “Buds 2” lamp is by Foscarini.Credit:Armelle Habib
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“Sliding glass doors help the indoor-outdoor connection, and I designed the desk to look like a floating beam,” says Kristina. The rattan and chrome study chair was a vintage find.Credit:Armelle Habib