STORIES, STYLE AND HEARTFELT CONNECTION TO AN EXTRAORDINARY SPACE
WORDS Pip Young | PHOTOGRAPHY Mark Fergus
The flowers are in bloom, the birds are laughing, and it is clear that every single element of this magnificent property has been carefully and cleverly considered to honour its history and significance for its creators. Owners of Magnolia’s on Mernda (MoM), Lyndall and Colin, have created an incredible, boutique accommodation in the Hills, named after the giant and ancient magnolias that are the heart of the gardens. Every corner of this Olinda home feels like a manifestation of carefully chosen and cherished memories. Lyndall’s dedication to preserving and repurposing the sentimental, the historic, and the natural, has created a sense of a living gallery, with its story woven through objects with significant meaning. Beautifully curated, with exceptional attention to detail, Lyndall’s approach to design has transformed MoM into a space that’s rich, welcoming, and deeply personal. Each guest, friend, or family member that walks through feels a connection, an invitation to be part of that story, even if just for a while.
Read the full article in issue 60 Summer 2024
