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Ten years. Ten projects. These are ten of the many projects we have had the privilege of being part of since Valentine Interiors began in 2015.   We can’t even begin to think about how many homes we have visited over the last ten years. What we do know is that we are very proud of reaching ten years in business and being able to do the work we love…
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Ariela, Miela, Natalia & Hailey joined us for our work experience program.   “My favourite part of the day was visiting Salty Dog and the other sites and being able to see behind the scenes of how the design aspect is completed and the thought process” (Ariela)   Miela loved being able to work on her design brief (a pop-up coffee shop) and seeing how all the parts fit together….
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Our director Jane Valentine was extremely  honoured to win the ‘Contribution To Design Award’ at the NAWIC Tasmania Awards for Excellence 2024 for our interior design work at The Waggon. Thank you to Philp Lighton Architects for allowing us the opportunity to contribute to a fabulous project. The Contribution To Design acknowledges the following: ‘This award recognises exceptional design contributions that demonstrates innovation in response to the client brief, by…
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We are super excited to announce we have been shortlisted for the Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2024 in the Hospitality category for The Waggon. To receive a shortlist in a national award against our mainland rivals is a true honour for us. The winner for our category will be announced later this year.   Australian Design Review   Project Architects / PhilpLighton Architects Interior Design / Valentine interiors +…
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The Waggon is a newly renovated former working-class pub in North Hobart. With ninety percent of the original inter-war style building fabric retained, the interior is inspired by the pub’s roaring heydays of the seventies and the desire to once again be at the centre of community life. This project embarked on an unconventional journey without a predefined end-user brief; rather, it was a simple directive to rejuvenate an old…
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Designing distinct spaces within the lift lobbies of Crowne Plaza in Hobart was an incredibly exciting project for us and one that we are very proud of. A diverse and immersive experience for guests as they move through the hotel.   Designing colour schemes, selecting and curating furniture pieces, and Tasmanian art from local galleries allow guests to ‘linger’ and feel like they belong in the hotel.   A highly…
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An insightful, informative, and inspiring tour seeing the finalists and the winning entry of the Hadley’s Art Prize, awarded to Vicki Yatjiki Cullinan.   The prestigious Australian landscape prize celebrates excellence in art, community, and the promotion of cultural tourism in Tasmania.   Our team was fortunate to have a guided tour of the Hadley’s Orient Hotel exhibition by Dr Amy Jackett, Curator of the Hadley’s Art Prize. Amy has…
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Dani’s recent exploration of the term ‘glamping’ has ignited our curiosity, especially knowing her family’s involvement in a glamping venture in Colombia. As she delved into the concept, she uncovered its essence and benefits — a perfect blend of glamour and camping for nature enthusiasts seeking modern comforts without compromising on the beauty of the outdoors. It’s an eco-friendly, cost-effective alternative to traditional housing with minimal environmental impact.   Through…
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‘It’s our landscape that defines our identity.’ 1   Our Mount Nelson design draws inspiration from the myriad of surrounding landscape colours and those who make it a home.   Studies show that natural landscapes have functional geometries; however, the forms, patterns, and colours are never the same. Inspired by this notion, our kitchen creates a landscape that adapts to the family’s needs.   Robust materials that endure the conditions…
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