The Draper Project

Orno Interior’s sister company Sherwood Designs crafted the custom outdoor furniture with in-built storage to maximise the pool area. “Continuous clean lines in a fresh white allow our fabric selections to add a focal point above the pool, creating a vibrant backdrop to what was a large white wall. Together the elements accentuate the existing landscaping, creating a little luxe and escapism in the backyard of an everyday home,” says Gabrielle Sherwood of Orno Interiors. 

Inside, bespoke cabinetry and a large desk in polished wood find contrast in brass touches and glass, creating synergy between the larger elements of the couple’s home office. Textured linen curtains in Emperor by Mokum frame the curved windows and draw this Art Deco home into modernity, exuding the understated elegance of the Hollywood Regency. “We selected a neutral sheer, paired with a durable block out that softens the windows; adding a little texture without screaming at you. Together the drapery selections, applied throughout the home office and children’s bedrooms, retain a cohesive design and control the natural light and heating in the home.”

Grounding the design are floorboards polished in a Japanned black (a heavy varnish with a resin base that is heat-dried in layers) to create a uniform base that sets the tone for the interior. The bold floor is complemented by natural white walls and ceilings that produce a blank canvas on which the original architectural elements shine. The curved Art Deco features of the walls, windows, and stairwell guided the designers in their injection of colours, textures, and tones in soft furnishings and accent pieces – notably the statement zebra print carpet and palm leaf wallpaper in the home’s entrance.

“Together the selections of fabrics, both indoor and outdoor, hit the brief for quality and practicality required for this project – two very important factors when designing for the Western Australian sunshine and a dynamic household. At Orno we live to create spaces of beauty, meaning, and connection. You want to feel comfortable in your home, your sanctuary – not stepping on eggshells!”  

Products used:

Office drapery – Emperor by Mokum colour Blanc

Poolside seat base cushion – South Beach by Mokum colour Emerald

Sun loungers – South Beach Stripe by Mokum colour Aqua

Scatter cushions – Tropicalia by Catherine Martin by Mokum colour Coral

Scatter cushions – South Beach by Mokum colour Flamingo

Interiors: Orno Interiors

Photographer: Jody Darcy