Adventures of an interior stylist and author
Today is the day my latest (third) book Modern Retro Home launches (everywhere) head to your favourite book store or
click here to order don’t forget to share own your social channels tagging #modernretrohome @mrjasongrant
Published by Hardie Grant Books and Photography Lauren Bamford
These photos Jacqui Turk
Join me for a book signing and I will also share my knowledge of all things interiors and my secrets to Instagram success in an exclusive FREE workshop at Harry Hartog Bookseller at Westfield Warringah Mall on Saturday 9th September at 2:30pm. I will also discuss the making of my new book, Modern Retro Home and how to best fit the mid-century look into the modern Australian home. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and insight from one of Australia’s most successful interiors stylists.
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Join me for a book signing and also I will share my knowledge of all things interiors and my secrets to Instagram success in an exclusive FREE workshop at Harry Hartog Bookseller at Westfield Bondi Junction on Thursday 7th September at 6:30pm. I will also discuss the making of his new book, Modern Retro Home and how to best fit the mid-century look into the modern Australian home. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and insight from one of Australia’s most successful interiors stylists.
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Im excited to reveal the title and cover of my third book (out this September) “Modern retro home” for as long as I can remember I have always loved mixing old and new at home and in my work, I love everything about mid century design, all things vintage and anything “retro”
How we live now is inspired by the past, the 50s 60 and 70s were some of the best decades in design, I haven’t always just lived in Bondi, I grew up in Melbourne where I discovered “vintage” and collectible, modernist furniture and design. My early years as a Stylist for Inside Out were time of discovery and learning. I feel like this book goes back to the beginning in a way, in it we showcase a heap of beautiful/ super cool contempory homes from Melbourne and Sydney ( mostly friends) and the book showcases my fresh and accessible style and is packed with ideas, tips and inspiration for everyone and every budget. A huge thanks to Lauren Bamford the books photographer and the whole team at Hardie Grant for making this happen! Oh and yes Sophia my Boston Terrier is on the cover!
PS the Home on the cover is The anglers shack owned by Simone Haag
click here to preorder your copy
Have you heard the news! I have just launched my first encaustic tile collection “New Paradise” with the awesome team at Di Lorenzo
I love colour its a part of who I am as a designer and stylist you see plenty of it in my work, my books and my home. I’m always constantly inspired by nature, be it the lush bushland riverside or magical ocean pools and beaches “ New Paradise” is my debut encaustic tile collection and is inspired by my life and love between Bondi and Byron Bay (Paradise -my happy places) You will find subtle, muted pretty shades and neutrals all my favourite shades, the tiles come in 7 beautiful shades and 4 shapes – ash ( dark grey) leaf (green) peonie (soft pink) deep sea (indigo blue) sky fall (pale sky blue) sand (light silver grey) quartz (steely grey) in square, hexagonal, mini brick and diamond shapes.
These tiles are all handmade and are perfect for any space, great for your kitchen or bathroom walls and floors. They are available in multiple shapes allowing the specifier to create endless colour and pattern combinations or you can play it safe in one shade, really you’re only limited by your imagination.
Photos Jacqui Turk
MJG AW17 is here! My new collection has a cosy undertone and is all about adding layers of texture and tone to your home in new season favourite tones steely blues and greys. With a focus on relaxed living (always) the new range features classic pieces for your bedroom and living room, including chunky blankets and throws, woven denim ottomans, oversized cushions,textural rugs and accessories all with a view of adding some everyday luxury to you home – its my most favourite yet!
All Photos Jessie and Jones
My phone is full of photos ( just like yours I’m sure) I love posting to Instagram but there is something magical about printing out your photos and putting them one display ( creatively) in your space.
The Canon Selphy printer ( available in store at Target and Harvey Norman) is my new favourite gadget that allows you to (easily) print photos straight from you phone.
Photos Jacqui Turk
Rug West Elm
Table Bludot
Marble Tray Marble Basics
Here’s your exclusive first look at MJG AW17 collection (coming real soon) online and in stores late February.
Ok we haven’t given much away but this is one of my favourite blankets from the new collection – we are holding trade and media only showings in Sydney February 15th and 16th February showing our latest collection – email us at sales@mjgstore.com for details or check your inbox 😉
As you can see I have embraced my inner “mountain man” this season and I can’t wait to share the entire collection with you soon!
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Photo Jessie Prince
I have partnered with Canon to share some styling tips about printing and putting your photos on display in your home – I’m here to help get you inspired!
Your space should be filled with things you love and that tell a story. It is important to add your very own personal touch. Of course, displaying photos is the perfect way to do this. In today’s world we are all obsessed with our smartphones and snap everything we do, eat buy and see.
It’s hard to actually enjoy the moment and really be in the moment and while I think it is great to capture the life that we are living it’s also important to cherish these moments and put them on display.
I love to travel and collect things whilst away. These treasured memories and souvenirs should be cherished.
When decorating your home these memories and souvenirs are the things that really create your own personal style and how you like to live. So use them as a starting point in finding your style and you will find that this will naturally be reflected in the images you take.
Pictures don’t need to be perfect so take the pressure off yourself.
There’s plenty of time to perfect your technique. In fact some of my best photos are happy accidents when the light or timing has been just right.
My top tips for creative photo displays
1. Get your photos in your space and off your camera.
2. Decorate your space with personal touches.
3. Think outside of the box with creative ways and places to display your photos – shelves, bedside tables and sideboards are all great places.
4. Allow time for your style of photography and decorating to develop and evolve – print photos often and update your displays.
5. Group photos together and add or edit over time – style is an evolution so don’t leave things standing still but move them around.
6. Selecting a colour palette of the images (for example a group of black and white photos) ties a look together and creates a sense of sophistication and uniformity.
All Photography Jacqui Turk
Style notes
Rug from West Elm
Wall Colour Murobond Foam
Frames Ikea and Country Road
Sideboard Bludot
Over the break I drove road trip to Paradise and back with thanks to Fiat and an upgrade to the Fiat 500x
Heres my top 5 tips for making your road trip great
1.Plan your trip
2. stop often and not just to take snaps but to rest (ok you can stop often to rest and Instagram!)
3. stay hydrated and pack healthy snacks or stop for them – hello road side banana stand!
4. Make an awesome playlist – music is everything on a road trip
5. don’t rush, its better to arrive late than not at all – take your time and enjoy the drive!
All Photos Jason Grant
