TOGETHER at home

WHAT BEGAN AS A PASSION PROJECT TO DESIGN THEIR IDEAL SCANDINAVIAN-STYLE HOME HAS FLOURISHED INTO A THRIVING SIDELINE CAREER FOR ONE DESIGN-SAVVY DUO

- SUE WHEELER

TWO BY DESIGN First-time homeowners Jamie and Az (opposite, from left) honed their creative talents and designed their Nordic dream home from scratch, in Melbourne. While the pair share a passion for Scandinavian interiors, according to Jamie, Az takes more risks. When Az suggested the Muuto ‘Under The Bell’ pendant light (below) for the dining space, Jamie thought it was too big, but grew to love it. “It emits a beautiful light and helps define the zone,” explains Jamie. “And we love that it’s made from recycled plastic bottles.” Taking centrestage is a leggy Bok oak table from Ethnicraft with a matching bench. “We wanted an earthy, relaxed feeling, so we chose a bench instead of six chairs, which would have made it more formal and ‘separate’,” says Az. “Incredibly comfortable” Globe West chairs enhance the stylish space.