The Ultimate Hamptons Competition

I was honoured and excited to be asked to judge the entrants of the Ultimate Hamptons Competition that was run by Coral Homes with James Hardie!!

With so many impressive submissions, all the judges had our work cut out for us!  To be in the running, entrants had to share their Hamptons themed home built by Coral Homes.

After much deliberation… drum roll please… the clear winner for us all was Kim and Desmond’s Coastal Hamptons House in Queensland!

Their quintessential Hamptons-inspired home, featuring Linea by James Hardie weatherboard exterior, and a calming white-on-white colour scheme with Hardie Groove panelling internally, has taken out the ultimate prize!

“Oh, it’s crazy. It’s so surreal. I still can’t believe it,” says Kim, about being crowned the Coral Homes and James Hardie Hamptons Competition Ultimate Winner.

“There were so many good entrants in it, we didn’t think we were going to win,” Desmond says of their Queensland home.

“But it’s amazing knowing that, I guess people appreciate our style. They love what we did to it.”

“I don’t think we really knew what style we were going for until we saw the Hamptons facade and the Hampton styling, and it was stunning. It was effortless. I feel like it really fits in with the Australian styling here, and brings that coastal vibe that we like,” Kim says.

“We’ve had heaps of parties since we’ve moved in. We love entertaining our friends and family. So the whole layout, and that kind of indoor-outdoor feel was just perfect for us,” Desmond shared.

We’d like to thank all the entrants who made such a huge effort putting their stunning homes forward for consideration. It was my honour to judge this wonderful competition!

Featured Articles: Luxaflex at the Hamptons Farm Estate

These beautiful articles have been published about our lovely Luxaflex shutters and shades at the Hamptons Farm Estate!

Click here to read the article from Custom Homes Magazine.

Click here to read the article from Female.com.au

We’ve also been featured on the cover of Western Weekender – we’re so honoured and excited to be showcasing the window coverings at the Hamptons Farm Estate through these articles.

 

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A heavenly Hamptons-style estate in the country

We are honoured to read this wonderful article on Home Beautiful about our Hamptons Farm Estate! We were thrilled when the Hamptons Farm Estate graced the cover of Home Beautiful in April 2020 and March 2021, as we are now to read this lovely article!

Enjoy it for yourself by clicking here!

The Hamptons Styling Masterclass

Wow! What an incredible, successful and delightful event our Masterclass was! We were fortunate to be able to offer both a live event and a digital version of the Hamptons Styling Masterclass for those who could not travel interstate. We had so much interest that we wanted to make it available to as many guests as possible!

The Hamptons Farm Estate was primed and prepped down to the tiniest details for our lovely guests to come and explore. Upon arrival, they were greeted with a glass of champagne, a warm hug and an enthusiastic atmosphere!

I lead our lovely guests on a tour of the Hamptons Farm Estate, starting in the South Wing and leading them through each room. We took time to discuss all the elements and my design choices. Our guests were full of awe, curiosity and questions!

We concluded the tour in the Great Room where our guests were met with a decadent grazing lunch. Layered with bright linens and antique dinnerwares, the dining table was full of delightful and eclectic elements.

After lunch, we moved back to the Retreat Room and I took the ladies through the styling process. I demonstrated how to coordinate little details throughout the home for a consistent yet unique look, and broke down the process of styling with layers.

It was wonderful to include our virtual Masterclass guests in our Q&A session, as I provided answers to some of the questions that arose throughout the tour and we were able to have entertaining conversations between both groups.

Wrapping up our magical day, our beautiful guests were sent home with luxury gift boxes that were bursting with amazing products and unique treasures that truly represent the Indah Island style.

It was an incredible experience, not only for our guests, but for myself, to see the delight and wonder of the Hamptons Farm Estate through other’s eyes. We are looking forward to being able to offer more live and digital Masterclasses in the future! If you would like to experience the Hamptons Styling Masterclass for yourself, please email us your interest.

Hear from some of our beautiful guests about their experience at the Hamptons Styling Masterclass.

Dear Natalee, Thank you so much for an unforgettable day of wonder and creative learning and thinking. On arrival at the Hampton’s Farm Estate I was greeted with a warm welcome and taken away to another world full of beautiful textures, colours, glistening candles with beautiful notes of the Bahamian islands. I felt like I learnt a lot of good tips and tricks for my future styling and shopping adventures while enjoying the luxurious surroundings of the home. All of the ladies felt very special sitting down for lunch at a table set for royalty while enjoying delicious food and sipping champagne. We were given a gift box filled with gorgeous pieces that I will treasure from the day. I really appreciated and enjoyed every moment of the masterclass! Thank you Beautiful Natalee and your team for a very special day sharing your knowledge and home with us, it was lovely to meet you I left feeling like I had won a golden ticket and now I’m officially a Hampton’s style master ha! I will be back for a another class for sure!

Lara

I had the privilege and pleasure of attending Styling Masterclass at Hamptons Farm Estate In March 2021. The hospitality of Natalee Bowen, husband Mark, and Georgia, – creative design assistant extraordinaire, was extraordinary. We were welcomed into home of Natalee & Mark as if we were old friends. The styling masterclass was conducted throughout the day, with Natalee giving a walkthrough tour of Hamptons Farm Estate, answering our multitude of questions & showing how each and every room was styled. No area was off limits, we were welcome to take photos throughout the day. I learned so much about styling and interior design as Natalee was generous with her knowledge and design expertise. The highlight for me (one of many) was Natelee showing how she styles from the ground up, starting with a bare room – to finished design, a valued insight into design process. A special mention to the most amazing Georgia, the gourmet lunch you organized was delicious, enjoyed by everyone. Thankyou so very much to Indah Island & Team for a fabulous day at the breathtaking Hamptons Farm Estate.

Patricia

Interiors Addict: How COVID-19 has changed 2021’s Dream Home

The seismic shift in lifestyle created by COVID-19 and lockdowns has reshaped how Australians are choosing to build and renovate their homes. From an increased focus on hygiene, to rallying against shrinking block sizes, the story of Australian architecture has taken a new turn.

Click here to read the opinions of James Hardie’s experts on home design trends and see our Hamptons Farm Estate featured.

James Hardie: Defining Australian Hamptons

Never has there been such a weight of expectation on a renovation!  On the latest James Hardie Blog, I discuss how the Australian Hamptons style is evolving. 

Click here to read why I think Australian’s love the Hamptons style.

Resort Living at the Hamptons Farm Estate

For years, I have pinned over luxurious sun umbrellas seen throughout American hotels, and I finally had the perfect place to use them in!  In the early stages of designing the Hamptons Farm Estate with our celebrity landscape designer Dave Franklin, we visualised a space to spend long summer days lounging by the pool.  The outdoor entertaining space of the Hamptons Farm Estate was specifically designed to exude a feeling of being in a luxury resort.  The furniture and fabrics we chose was also very deliberate.

We collaborated with Osier Bellefor their gorgeous range of outdoor furniture, that can be seen in every inch of the Hamptons Farm Estate outdoor living space. We have chaise sun loungers by the pool, two hanging daybeds, two dining sets and an outdoor lounge arrangement centred around the beautiful fireplace, all from Osier Belle!  These furniture pieces are accessorised with The Textile Design Studio’s upholstered cushions that come in the most incredible outdoor fabrics.

The Textile & Design Studiooffers the Santa Barbara Designs customisable umbrellas, that are seen around the world in some of the most exclusive hotels and resorts and the most luxurious residences.

We designed our poolside umbrellas in collaboration with 3Beaches, and we used their extremely durable and beautiful Sunbrella fabrics. The powerful performance of Sunbrellafabrics keeps the beautiful 3Beaches designs looking fantastic for years! The fabrics are UV resistant and fadeproof, and of course are resistant to water, mould and mildew; and the fabric is backed with Sunbrella’s leading warranties.

Adding an umbrella to your backyard can bring needed shade four our extreme Australian summers, and an extra pop that completes your design.

By using 3Beaches and The Textile and Design Studio, we could easily select complementary Sunbrella patterns and colours for all of our outdoor Osier Belle furniture; from the chaises, throw pillows, to the outdoor umbrellas for a completely coordinated look.

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Our Hamptons EstateWall with ModularWalls

When designing the outdoor living space of the Hamptons Farm Estate, we wanted to remain connected to the massive acreage of the property, like traditional Hamptons estates were built on.  We knew we needed a robust boundary wall that wouldn’t overpower the views and balanced out our landscape design.

We wanted to tie together both the farmhouse and the outdoor living area, while incorporating a compliant pool fence.  In consultation with our celebrity landscape designer Dave Franklin, we knew that ModularWalls would be the perfect solution!

We chose ModularWalls for their style, their excellent technical support and the DIY opportunity.  Saving money on installation was a big winner in our books! The delivery was efficient and beautifully presented.  The assembly instructions were very clear, and it was reassuring to know we could easily get in touch with ModularWalls if we needed any further technical support.

When considering a fence design, we wanted something that would match the Hamptons aesthetic and provide protection against the harsh outback wind.  The Modular Wall’s EstateWallexudes class and luxury yet has a bold, masonry presence.

The EstateWall achieves everything we hoped for, and it has zoned our outdoor resort living space so well.  We are honoured to recommend ModularWalls to anyone seeking a stylish and functional fencing solution!

Bug Free Living at the Hamptons Farm Estate

When we are at the Hamptons Farm Estate, we feel like we are in heaven… that is until we get a little bite from the annoying mosquitoes that live in the Australian outback with us!

As it starts to warm up, now is the time to start thinking about how best to protect yourself against these pesky insects. The great news is that there are a number of products available to help keep bugs at bay when indoors or outside.

If your family enjoys spending long summer days outside like mine do, stylish and natural protection from mosquitoes is a must-have! I am usually very sceptical of citronella candles for their bitter scent, but the Waxworks Candles each smell divine!

The Waxworks Monstera Leaf Design Concrete Potisblended with lime and citronella essential oils which function as a natural repellent against mosquitoes. It’s tropical textural design and scent is sure to bring a little slice of paradise to your backyard.

The Waxworks Leaf Design Concrete Potwill keep the pesky bugs away while you enjoy balmy summer evenings. The candle combines neutral on-trend design with citronella essential oil, pomegranate, and cranberry fragrance for a fruity, sweet aromatic experience.

You can purchase these beauties at any Bunnings Warehouse, and enjoy a sweet smelling, pest free evening in our beautiful Australian backyards.

Why we chose the Architects Choice for our Hamptons Pool Fence

In Australia, we are fortunate to spend a lot of time outside entertaining and enjoying life.  In consultation with our celebrity landscape designer Dave Franklin, we knew we wanted to tie together both the farmhouse and the outdoor living area to create a resort like experience.  Our goal was to design a one of a kind outdoor entertaining space that exudes luxury and charm with a Hamptons farmhouse feel.  Our beautiful Aqua Technics pool sets a relaxing tone to spend long summer days beside.

 

We knew we needed a compliant pool fence, yet I was insistent that it shouldn’t interrupt the visual flow from the Farmhouse verandah into the gorgeous outdoor entertaining area. For this criteria, we could not look past The Architects Choice. 

 

As the most trusted supplier of glass pool fencing, glass balustrade and wire balustrade in Australia, they are partnered with Royal Life Saving Australia and Water Safety NZ.

 

The panels are DIY so all you need are a few tools, basic DIY skills and a mate to assist – as the glass is quite heavy. The quality glass panels make fitting and aligning the gates quick and easy with custom hinges, latches and panels all designed to fit together.

 

For the Hamptons Farm Estate we have used the stainless steel spigots giving a frameless look with 1800mm wide by 1200mm high glass panels.  The gate is an 890mm wide by 1200mm high, toughened glass and all the latches and hinges are The Architects Choice range, with a self-closing magnetic latch.

 

The overall look we wanted was seamless lines and clean, clear views. Allowing for the entire outdoor entertaining area to flow effortlessly from the moment you step outside, with unobscured views. Perfect for safety and elegant aesthetics.

 

The Architects Choice is easily accessible from Bunnings Warehousewhere the process is simple. Go to The Architects Choice website  choose your post system, either frameless spigots or semi-frameless. Choose accessories, measure up your site, then use The Architects Choice calculatorto work out exactly what is needed, then head into your local  Bunnings Special Orders Desk with the printed list. Simple!

 

Boasting premium automotive-grade toughened glass, certified pool fencing with mechanically polished edges. Partnered with Royal Life Saving Society Australia and Water Safety NZ, The Architects Choice is not only staunch on their products but their water safety advocacy producing only the strongest and safest water safety complaint products for the DIY market.

 

Go to The Architects Choice social media pages on Facebook or Instagram or their Youtube Channel for all the installation ‘How To’ guided videos.

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