My Houzz: Vintage Finds and luxury materials make this house a haven - Located in Freemans Bay, Auckland, this three bedroom home has had a makeover "of Beautility ', which is the Wickham owner Joanna word used to describe his quest to make the home both beautiful and useful.
Transformation 10 weeks showed original 1970s features of the house, adding an industrial edge. "I really admire 19 design of the 70s and all the beautiful original materials used, and wanted to stay in that language materials for renovation, Wickham said. Concrete floors, carpentry of wood, and steel and wood railings are some of the main materials used throughout the house - with marble for a touch of luxury.
Wickham shares space with a roommate and often has visitors from all over the world staying in the guest room, so there is never a dull moment in this house.
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Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here Joanna Wickham, housemate Jackie, Eddie the Jack Russell and Rex cat
Location Freemans Bay, Auckland, New Zealand
size 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Wickham came through the house in 02 when visiting Auckland Taranaki with his parents. "We all loved it instantly. The place had great bones and good energy, "says Wickham. "My uncle also lived in the neighborhood for years, so we knew it was a great space.
The house was in relatively good condition and had been painted in neutral colors, while Wickham did not feel the need to change much until the space began to look tired more a decade later
Who lives here Joanna Wickham, housemate Jackie, Eddie the Jack Russell and Rex cat
Location Freemans Bay, Auckland, New Zealand
size 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Wickham came through the house in 02 when visiting Auckland Taranaki with his parents. "We all loved it instantly. The place had great bones and good energy, "says Wickham. "My uncle also lived in the neighborhood for years, so we knew it was a great space.
The house was in relatively good condition and had been painted in neutral colors, while Wickham did not feel the need to change much until the space began to look tired more a decade later
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Wickham has a special talent for finding impressive second-hand parts, a gift inherited from her grandparents. "They were big fans of recycling and have always been impressed by the stunning interiors my grandmother created from pieces she picked up on the local market of second-hand, she said.
As an interior designer, Wickham also includes how to make the treasures she found work well together in a space.
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As an interior designer, Wickham also includes how to make the treasures she found work well together in a space.
Read the guide for a beginner in the management of an interior design project
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what she likes most about second-hand parts is the history they bring with them and the look of have something slightly old in the house. She believes that if you like a song, you find a way to incorporate it into your decor. This chair midcentury and antique lamp are just some of his finds.
Creating Kirsten Karlin. Ottoman, Hospice.
Creating Kirsten Karlin. Ottoman, Hospice.
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one of the favorite parts of Wickham is the kitchen-dining room. identify as a real gourmand, she cooks here three times a day.
"Usually Eddie and I go for a walk through Western Park first thing and when I go home, I cook a paleo porridge and sit down and listen to a TED conference," she said his morning routine. She also invited Airbnb stay up to 23 days of the month. She loves to share breakfast with them around the table and hear all their stories of this world.
"It's like World Travel without leaving home," she said. "I really like it and met the most amazing people, including social activists, radio astronomers, interior designers in New York, French tattoo artists, American novelists and members of groups all- girl punk. It tends to attract people who are in the economy of the action and have an interesting view of the world. "
"Usually Eddie and I go for a walk through Western Park first thing and when I go home, I cook a paleo porridge and sit down and listen to a TED conference," she said his morning routine. She also invited Airbnb stay up to 23 days of the month. She loves to share breakfast with them around the table and hear all their stories of this world.
"It's like World Travel without leaving home," she said. "I really like it and met the most amazing people, including social activists, radio astronomers, interior designers in New York, French tattoo artists, American novelists and members of groups all- girl punk. It tends to attract people who are in the economy of the action and have an interesting view of the world. "
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Because the kitchen is in constant use, it was important that it is a very convenient area and also a joy to work. I worked in many cafes throughout the years and wanted to have something inspired by a working kitchen, "says Wickham.
Before renovation took place, the kitchen had become very outdated. workplans Marble Imitation, corner cabinets with doors kept coming off their hinges, and deep corner pockets that were difficult to access were some of the old elements that had to change.
Before renovation took place, the kitchen had become very outdated. workplans Marble Imitation, corner cabinets with doors kept coming off their hinges, and deep corner pockets that were difficult to access were some of the old elements that had to change.
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Dion Gosling Studio106 Architects updated kitchen and bathroom. The idea was to transform the kitchen into the social center of the house, and connect the dining rooms and kitchen outside.
Gosling Wickham convinced to splurge on French doors. "They have transformed the space and it now feels much more connected to the outside," said Wickham. She also wanted a space that could add and change over time. "I always admired the French approach to have freestanding kitchens that are somewhat flexible and can be moved and added to over time.
A stainless steel backsplash and beeswax finish tray are standout features. Hanging pots and pans save on space and dishes decorate the top shelf. Artificial marble was replaced by a real Calacatta marble slab on one of the work plans, as well as stainless steel and wood for others.
Gosling Wickham convinced to splurge on French doors. "They have transformed the space and it now feels much more connected to the outside," said Wickham. She also wanted a space that could add and change over time. "I always admired the French approach to have freestanding kitchens that are somewhat flexible and can be moved and added to over time.
A stainless steel backsplash and beeswax finish tray are standout features. Hanging pots and pans save on space and dishes decorate the top shelf. Artificial marble was replaced by a real Calacatta marble slab on one of the work plans, as well as stainless steel and wood for others.
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The living room is decorated more second-hand gems. Each of the lamps have been collected over the years from shops and vintage markets. Wickham got the leather sofa 1940s club chairs and an antique dealer for a good price. The narrow brass table, a salvage yard, slips easily between the two club chairs.
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Wickham was delighted to find a concrete staircase when she removed the worn carpet. They added the industrial charm of the house.
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room Wickham is light and airy with a large window letting the flow of sunlight. she decorated a little with the works of Sam Mitchell and Octavia Cook and midcentury bedside of a second hand shop. A concealing curtain cloth garment is an intelligent alternative to the built-in wardrobes.
lamp 1970 Agnelpoise, Chadz in New Plymouth.
lamp 1970 Agnelpoise, Chadz in New Plymouth.
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the guest room offers visitors a quiet stay after exploring Auckland. 'Over Christmas, I get a lot of tenants messages that really come to feel like great friends, she said.
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Wickham is also a wedding photographer and works from his home office on the first floor, which offers views of the leafy street below. She has set up a strict work routine to use time efficiently. 'I try to start work at 9am. I usually stop and I cook lunch, then worked again for the afternoon until dinner, "she said
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The bathroom had a rapid overhaul in 03, but needed another update . There is a small space and I wanted to celebrate the idea of swimming as a relaxing ritual - to feel as if you might be on holiday in a beach house or mountain cabin, said Wickham
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Geometric concrete tiles have replaced the vinyl flooring and marble tiles have replaced Seratone (high density fibreboard) wallcovering. Wickham removed the glass door on the shower, instead opting for a shower machine curtain; he can be pulled back to open space and is easy to wash.
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Geometric concrete tiles have replaced the vinyl flooring and marble tiles have replaced Seratone (high density fibreboard) wallcovering. Wickham removed the glass door on the shower, instead opting for a shower machine curtain; he can be pulled back to open space and is easy to wash.
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a cabinet mirror provides additional storage, and a raw Deco milk glass and light art vintage French public lighting Showcase brighten the bathroom.
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I would describe the atmosphere of the house like an oasis in the city, " Wickham said. "He has a real sense of calm and escape the rat race."
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