The weekly ritual that will make your home feel instantly more luxurious

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By Heather Nette King

Two female creatives have filled their home with eclectic finds and artefacts from their travels.

Nicole Williams (left) and Reinette Roux in their lounge room. The glass and lucite coffee table was purchased from a friend.Armelle Habib

The home
A top-floor apartment in Melbourne’s inner east in a 1923 building designed by architect Howard Lawson.

Who lives here
Lifestyle photographer Nicole Williams and Reinette Roux, founder of creative agency Studio Roux.

What we did
“Our combined decorating style is very much inspired by European apartment living,” says Williams. “We share a love of eclectic, small spaces.” Their flat is home to “a collection of found objects and artefacts we’ve come across on our travels and in local expeditions”.

Our favourite room
“The living room is a space where our collective favourite things reside,” says Williams. “It’s a place for art, books, a weekly selection of flowers and whatever is speaking to us at that moment.”

The ’hood
“We love it for the leafy streets, the architecture, the beautiful walk along the river into the city and dining at France-Soir,” says Williams.

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Future plans
“We both have creative careers so we’re planning a shared studio in the sunroom,” says Roux.

Best advice
“Don’t rush the process and don’t follow trends,” says Roux. “Rather, instinctively collect objects that draw you in.”

“We love our small kitchen,” says Williams. “It makes hosting more intimate and feels quite Parisian. The Atomic cappuccino maker was a gift from a dear friend.”
“We love our small kitchen,” says Williams. “It makes hosting more intimate and feels quite Parisian. The Atomic cappuccino maker was a gift from a dear friend.”Armelle Habib
“We’re lucky our styles blend seamlessly,” says Williams. “In a way, it’s what sparked our friendship.” The “Femme Brutale” sculptural light is by Helen Claire Davies.
“We’re lucky our styles blend seamlessly,” says Williams. “In a way, it’s what sparked our friendship.” The “Femme Brutale” sculptural light is by Helen Claire Davies.Armelle Habib
Williams and Roux have hung their combined art collection gallery-style in the lounge room. “We’re drawn to pieces that speak to our creative sides and the way we approach our respective practices,” says Roux. Adds Williams, “The blue velvet sofa was bought at IKEA years ago.”
Williams and Roux have hung their combined art collection gallery-style in the lounge room. “We’re drawn to pieces that speak to our creative sides and the way we approach our respective practices,” says Roux. Adds Williams, “The blue velvet sofa was bought at IKEA years ago.”Armelle Habib
“I’m inspired by life’s everyday moments and creating small vignettes in every corner of the home,” says Williams.
“I’m inspired by life’s everyday moments and creating small vignettes in every corner of the home,” says Williams. Armelle Habib
“Hosting, cooking and sharing meals is one of my favourite pastimes – it’s a hook to hang your day on,” says Roux. “We both love entertaining, so combining forces has been a treat.”
“Hosting, cooking and sharing meals is one of my favourite pastimes – it’s a hook to hang your day on,” says Roux. “We both love entertaining, so combining forces has been a treat.”Armelle Habib
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“My wardrobe, which I found second-hand, is such a special piece,” says Williams. “The dress is by Melbourne designer Ruby Farley-Steere of Kateri.”
“My wardrobe, which I found second-hand, is such a special piece,” says Williams.
“The dress is by Melbourne designer Ruby Farley-Steere of Kateri.”Armelle Habib
The 1920s fireplace now acts as Williams’ bedhead, and the artwork, titled xxxoxooxxoxox, is by Melbourne artist Hannah Atherton. The replica “Wassily” chair is a second-hand find.
The 1920s fireplace now acts as Williams’ bedhead, and the artwork, titled xxxoxooxxoxox, is by Melbourne artist Hannah Atherton. The replica “Wassily” chair is a second-hand find.Armelle Habib
“The garden’s magic lies in its ability to make you feel like you’re elsewhere, belying its proximity to the city and a bustling road,” says Williams. “It has seen its fair share of parties.”
“The garden’s magic lies in its ability to make you feel like you’re elsewhere, belying its proximity to the city and a bustling road,” says Williams. “It has seen its fair share of parties.”Armelle Habib

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