Out of Africa
This Federation style home is privately located in a natural forest setting on the edge of a spectacular escarpment with expansive, bushland views. The furnishings and decor brief was inspired by the family’s South African heritage and extensive collection of treasured art and artefacts which they wanted to incorporate throughout the home.
Out of Africa is built on Guringai Land
Architect & Builder : Cadence & Co
Photographer : Maree Homer
Award Recognition
2025 World Design Awards - Shortlist
2024 House & Garden Top 50 Rooms - Win
2024 Sydney Design Awards - Silver














Kate Nixon
Kate Nixon is an Australian designer, stylist and long-standing interiors editor of Australian House & Garden magazine.
Our full-service, multi-award winning interior design studio creates dream homes with decorating and styling through to large-scale renovations and new build designs.
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