Fleurieu Living Magazine

"Fleurieu Living Magazine features the best in food and wine, homes and gardens, growers, producers, accommodation and destinations — as well as artists,writers and designers working and living on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island. Published quarterly, Fleurieu Living Magazine is available throughout Adelaide and the Fleurieu via newsagents, wineries, restaurants cafés and B&Bs."

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Fleurieu Living Magazine

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Winter Diary Dates

The Ashton • Sitting in the outdoor entertaining area of The Ashton – South Coast Constructions’ (SCC) latest display home – on a perfect autumn afternoon, one can easily understand why the home sold before SCC had even finished building it.

Weaving cultural connection, stitch by stitch • For renowned Ngarrindjeri artist and Elder Ellen Trevorrow, the intricate weaving of dried, freshwater rushes collected from around the Coorong isn’t just about making beautiful, sculptural pieces she exhibits in galleries around the globe. To the woman known by most as Aunty Ellen, it’s also about sharing her knowledge of the ancient practice and passing it on to younger generations.

Full circle • There’s a picture postcard quality to the view out over McLaren Vale’s Orbis Wines. The rolling vineyard is lush and alive with activity, the vine leaves still clinging to their stems ahead of the autumn drop. There’s a living soundtrack of buzzing bees and magpies chattering. Ahead, a flock of sheep roam the green pasture and chickens tenaciously scratch for insects. The air feels crisp and cool, and the musky smell of earth fills your nose.

A love for the landscape • We arrive at Lesley Redgate’s home studio in Willunga on a crisp autumn morning. I always enjoy the sense of discovery when visiting a new property, and Lesley’s State Heritage-listed, two-storey miner’s cottage is a real treat.

Life in colour • Colour can be used in interior design in almost as many ways as there are shades of blue. A stripped back neutral interior with pops of colour introduced through chosen artworks can draw the eye. The natural austerity of stone, wood and metal can be warmed up with rich-hued fabrics. Or a designer may choose a subtle palette, consciously creating a serene space with little visual contrast to make a spectacular view the hero of the room. Colours can affect mood, cognitive function or productivity. They can make a bold statement or whisper softly. In this feature, we look at how South Australian designers are using colour for inspiring visual effect.

Fleurieu Fitouts • The space exhibits a unique aesthetic – a duality of form and function that’s both an extension of Anton and a memorial to what came before him.

Healthy homes – it’s no mirage • When Stephen and Kaye Burton returned to Australia after spending much of their working lives in Asia and the UK, the stunning, southern Fleurieu Peninsula claimed top spot on their list of perfect places to retire. But it wasn’t just the chance to live walking distance from a pristine stretch of beach, or the close proximity to Port Elliot’s well-known charms that led them to build their dream home in the region.

Winter glow • Step out in style on your next trip to the Vale. Sip fine wines at one of these exceptional locations and get your winter glow on.

What to buy, where to buy it • Winter is a time for cosiness and comfort. A time to relish the warm glow of a candle or the crackle of a fire. To relax with a sweet or savoury tipple in a snuggly jumper, or step out for a drink with friends in the softest beanie and boots. Whether you’re looking for something to read, something for the home or the perfect...