Indoor + Outdoor Living

This weekend we joined in the SunSuper Ride to Conquer Cancer. Here is a little information on the event. 

The Sunsuper Ride to Conquer Cancer announced ­1,623 Riders raised over $5.7 million for The Chris O’Brien Lifehouse at RPA as the first annual Ride commenced Saturday morning at Sydney Olympic Park. Ride participants will cycle over 200 km through New South Wales with an overnight camp in Camden before returning to Sydney for an emotional finish on Sunday. 

Funds raised by The Ride are put to use immediately, and this week construction reached a notable milestone with completion of the building’s top floor and installation of the central lifts. Due to open in July of next year, The Lifehouse was envisioned by late Professor, cancer specialist, and surgeon, Chris O’Brien to be a fully comprehensive cancer centre for all Australians. 

Being surrounded by nature was really lovely and therefore the inspiration of this post on combining indoor + outdoor living.

This home was designed by the owner and architect Arthur Casa (his surname means house in Italian, my Italian might be rusty but I picked up that one!) and is set amongst a rainforest. 

image via Richard Powers

I really value the indoor outdoor living, double height ceilings and the natural backdrop of the rainforest. It establishes a sense of freedom and creates a direct relationship with nature.

image via Richard Powers

The interior incorporates ethnic patterns and natural fabrics, while the rich earthy tones add warmth and texture to the living areas. 

"An indoor outdoor dining area has been integrated with the cooking area to one end of the kitchen island design whilst a feature pendant light, designed by Camilla Diedrich for Rotaliana, hangs over the other end."

This house creates a balanced environment between the surrounding natural habitat, clean architectural lines and an ethnic modern vibe.

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Here are some of our images from the weekend!