A little while ago I came across this blog post on Hello Sandwich {don’t you think that’s just the cutest little name for a blog}.

The post was about Megan Morton’s new book titled ‘Home Love’which will be on sale later this month {March 29th to be exact}. For those of you who may not be familiar with Megan, she is a highly regarded and hugely talented interior stylist who works with clients both here and overseas. Now, I’ve never personally met the fabulous Ms Morton, but I’ve always admired her work, and I often either read about her on blogs or I hear her mentioned by the people I know. One of my favourite bloggers, Lucy from The Design Files, often mentions or writes about Megan – in fact you can read her fantastic interview with Megan right here. My talented friends, Juliette and Sarah-Jane of Arent&Pyke, have been fortunate enough to work with Megan on one of their award winning interior projects…

The most bizarre thing of all is this – when Husband and I moved into our place in May last year, I received some mail which was addressed to Mrs Megan Morton. Weeeeird, right? {Queue music from Twilight Zone}. Yes, you guessed it – turns out that Megan used to live in the apartment we are living in right now.

So why is this so interesting? I don’t know, I thought you might like my little story. The reason for my post was quite simple – the image on the cover of Megan’s new book is of a room I get to see every day. Check it out – the photo above is the book cover {duh!} and the one below is of our apartment taken by Husband. How cool is that?

x dana



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With a disarming blend of authority and approachability, Dana is a former refugee-turned-global design visionary. Through her multi-faceted work as a creative director, keynote speaker, editor, curator, interior designer and digital publisher, Dana empowers others to appreciate and engage with design in transformative ways, making the sometimes intimidating world of design accessible to everyone, regardless of their familiarity with the subject. Dana's been catapulted to the status of a stalwart global influencer, with recognition from industry heavyweights such as AD Germany, Vogue Living, Elle Décor Italia and Danish RUM Interiør Design, who have named as one of the Top True Global Influencers of the Design World and counted her among the most visionary female creatives on the planet. Her TEDx talk—"Design Can Change the Way You See the World"— will challenge and transform your understanding of design's omnipresent and profound influence. Through her vast experience in interiors, architecture and design, Dana challenges the prevailing rapid image culture, highlighting the importance of originality, sustainability, connecting with your values and learning to "see" design beyond the aesthetic.

11 Responses

  2. Hannah

    Hello, I love random stories like this, makes the world feel like a very small place. I’ve just stumbled across your lovely blog and glad I did. You have some great ideas!
    Hannah

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  4. yellowtrace

    Thank you for your comments M, H & L. I know, it’s a crazy story right? So glad you guys enjoyed it cause after I posted it, I wondered if people would find it interesting. You know how some stories are often better in your head…? Anyway, I love our apartment so much. Husband and I feel so lucky to liver here.

    And Hannah – welcome to yellowtrace! So happy to have you.
    x dana

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  6. Kill-Joy

    I think you have to buy the book and then buy a book stand…then position it on your dining table. Is that wrong? cheerio k-j-f

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  8. Ezza

    My goodness, very weird – was flicking through “Home Love” at Myer this avo, as I spotted review in this months Inside Out. It’s a gorgeous apartment. BTW, I loooved your feature in Apartment Therapy- just saw it 10 mins ago. A really beautiful place..and your love of things well made really shows. A true expression of you and hubby. I suspect that by the time you’re grey and old (yes, a looong time from now), you’re apartment will tell a thousand stories through your collections over the years. Well done on the piece! x

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  9. Georgie

    What a fantastic story.

    Lucky you to have such a gorgeous home.

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  10. julie

    I can’t believe I didn’t pick up on this earlier, I love the image of your dining nook and have seen the book cover loads of times but I didn’t click they were the same room. That must be super weird but super cool for you Dana. Your apartment is beautiful.

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