Jimmy’s house balances big ideas and practical needs with its goals for community friendliness, energy efficiency, and supporting local wildlife. The house’s courtyard, fringed by two L-shaped wings, enjoys optimal sun exposure and showcases three tiers of garden and terrace.
“The design of my home is all about the outdoors, with a variety of garden rooms and terraces so you always have an ideal spot to be, no matter the time of day or year,” says Jimmy. “But this also means dealing with a variety of conditions and exposure to sun and wind. I love that Tait really considers our climate and uses robust finishes that improve with age, no matter the location.”
“We selected two Volley chairs for the Winter Terrace in beautiful blue fabric for Angie and me. However, our two cats, Twigs and Wylie, have claimed them for themselves and won’t let us sit in them. Cats truly are the best judges of furniture.”
“The more you use Tait furniture, the more you realise just how well considered their design process must be.”
Inspired by Australia’s sport-loving lifestyle, the Volley Chair features clean lines, netted mesh, and smooth curves. Designed by Adam Goodrum, this modern outdoor dining chair is perfectly suited for home, hospitality, or commercial settings.
Explore our diverse portfolio of inspired spaces and recent collaborations.
Hames Sharley, in collaboration with Danish design firm Schmidt Hammer Lassen, undertook the transformative redesign of Curtin University’s TL Robertson Library.
Designed by Kate Archibald, La Condesa – a Tulum-inspired Mexican restaurant in the heart of Subiaco – offers a visually captivating ambience that compliments its vibrant cocktails and flavourful menu.
Nestled within the historic limestone cottages of Fremantle, the Warders Hotel by Matthew Crawford Architects seamlessly blends history with contemporary comfort.
Nestled within the Central Park Lobby, Hemingway Café features a minimalist design by Woods Bagot that enhances the space’s lightness and elegance.
The Rothsay Residence is an alteration and addition project in a heritage protection area in Menora, blending the existing Post War Austerity Cottage with a contemporary, playful extension.
Located in Fremantle’s historic West End, Vin Populi’s architecture pays tribute to the affluence and optimism of the gold rush era.
Located within Perth’s tallest building, Central Park’s lobby space underwent a transformative redesign led by the design team at Woods Bagot in collaboration with the building owners.
Located in Perth’s prestigious beachside suburb of Cottesloe, this contemporary family home impresses with its luxurious features, convenience, and ample space, all within a modest 492m² block.
designFARM respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. Our showroom is located on the lands of the Whadjuk People of the Noongar Nation. We honour their Elders, past and present, and all of the First Nations’ Peoples of Australia. We acknowledge their deep connection to Country and the continuation of their cultural and spiritual practices.
