Hamptons Living

Named for the summer playground of New York’s rich and famous, the Hamptons style is the ultimate in sophisticated beachside living. And with our warm climate, enviable coastline and near-year-round outdoor lifestyle, it’s no wonder this style is making waves on Aussie shores and has become sought-after by homeowners across the country. Here to guide you is interior designer aka “Queen of the Hamptons” Natalee Bowen. Renowned as the Hamptons design expert in Australia, Natalee takes readers by the hand and teaches them how to emulate the style in their very own home, whether building a new house, renovating an existing one or simply updating the furnishings and finishes.

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Hamptons Living

Hamptons Homes

Styling the Bedroom • CREATE THE ULTIMATE BEDROOM SPACES THAT FEEL PERSONAL, LAYERED AND RESTFUL.

The Art of Layering • LAYERING IS AN ESSENTIAL ELEMENT OF THE HAMPTONS STYLE. THIS IS YOUR GUIDE TO CREATING WARMTH, DEPTH AND A COLLECTED FEELING IN YOUR OWN HOME.

Living with History • VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE PIECES CAN BE THE PERFECT COMPLEMENT TO YOUR HAMPTONS-STYLE HOME.

Let Me Entertain You • THERE IS SOMETHING QUITE MAGICAL ABOUT GATHERING PEOPLE TOGETHER BEAUTIFULLY. WE SHOW YOU HOW TO BE THE HOST WITH THE MOST — HAMPTONS STYLE.

The Ultimate Hamptons Party Checklist • FEELING STUCK FOR WHERE TO BEGIN? HERE’S A PRACTICAL TIMELINE TO HELP YOU PLAN YOUR ULTIMATE HAMPTONS EVENT.

How to Shop Like a Designer • DISCOVER THE SECRET TO SHOPPING LIKE A DESIGNER — HAMPTONS STYLE.

Your own outdoor paradise • CREATE THE BACKYARD ESTATE FEEL WITH A HAMPTONS-STYLE GARDEN IN AUSTRALIA.

Feature Homes • Be inspired by this diverse range of breathtaking Hamptons-style homes.

River Light, Quiet Layers • BY THE BANKS OF THE MACQUARIE RIVER, THIS HOME WAS BUILT IN A SLOW AND CONSIDERED FASHION THAT PROVES SERIOUS STYLE CAN TAKE TIME.

Lovely Liana • WITH A TRACK RECORD OF CREATING CLASSICALLY ELEGANT HOMES IN THE AMERICAN TRADITION, IT WAS ONLY NATURAL THAT ROSEWOOD HOMES WOULD BE A CLEAR WINNER WITH HOMEBUYERS WANTING THE SO-HOT-RIGHT-NOW HAMPTONS LOOK.

A Roseville Revival • FROM TIRED BUNGALOW TO HAMPTONS-INSPIRED MASTERPIECE, THIS SYDNEY HOME TELLS A STORY OF TRANSFORMATION, ELEGANCE AND METICULOUS DESIGN.

Modern Hamptons Magic in Gordon • CHATEAU ARCHITECTS + BUILDERS BRING WARMTH, ELEGANCE AND TIMELESS DESIGN TO THE NORTH SHORE WITH A HOMELY TAKE ON THE HAMPTONS AESTHETIC.

Hamptons in Highfields • FROM THE CUSTOM-MADE BED TO POPS OF COLOUR IN THE POWDER ROOM, THIS HAMPTONS-STYLE HOME IS A DESIGN TRIUMPH.

Custom-built connection • THIS CUSTOM-BUILT HAMPTONS-STYLE HOME OFFERS LIGHT, SPACE AND TIMELESS COASTAL STYLE.

Let there be light • THE CONNECTION BETWEEN INDOOR AND OUTDOOR LIVING REIGNS SUPREME IN THIS LIGHT-FILLED HAMPTONS HOME IN CONCORD.

Tranquil Terrace Living • THIS TERRACE HOME HAS BEEN GIVEN A MAKEOVER, WHICH SEES AN ABUNDANCE OF LIGHT AND THE INTRODUCTION OF A MORE TRANQUIL WAY OF LIVING.

Harmonious Revival • LOUISE BRADLEY HAS TURNED THIS SURREY COUNTRY ESTATE INTO A WELL-DESIGNED MASTERPIECE.

Glossary Of Terms • WHEN IT COMES TO THE DESIGN AND BUILD OF YOUR HAMPTONS HOME, THERE ARE A FEW COMMONLY USED WORDS YOU SHOULD FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH.