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from the passing gaze of those walking by.”
Monica Palmer says the lush plantings were
inspired by the owners’ visits to Singapore.
“They wanted to have a tropical feel at home,
too. The trick was finding plants with the right
look that would thrive in a temperate climate.”
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Above: Outdoor furnishings by
Mobilia were chosen by Gliosca
to extend the relaxed, resort-like
feel. The stone-clad central column
provides a visual demarcation
between the outdoor dining and
living areas, and conceals downpipes
that channel rainwater for recycling.
Left: The reinvented home shows
no trace of its past. Two modern
outdoor ceiling fans keep the alfresco
spaces cool in summer.
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