Oct 15
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Grand design comes in many shapes and sizes

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A kitchen with heart, and art…

Sharing another fine example of design with heart, by Patricia La Torre of Outside Inside Building Elements.

La Torre encouraged her clients to start the finish selection process with an artwork.  Upon the clients’ selection of VR artwork ‘Natures Shape # 4’ – this became the genesis and inspiration for remaining kitchen materials and colours.

Melbourne kitchen with printed VR Art Glass Splashback

Kitchen design by Patricia La Torre of Outside Inside Building Elements
A kitchen with heart, and art.

This beautifully composed kitchen is an aesthetic triumph.  Of the design process, and specifically in relation to working with a feature artwork, Patricia La Torre said,

‘I try to incorporate some item of artwork or individuality in every design and I think a ‘feature’ glass splashback is a perfect option. 

By incorporating colours that relate to the artwork, then the design is more harmonious, balanced and pleasing to the eye.’  

Splashback with art NATURES SHAPE #4 by Visual Resource

VR Artwork ‘Natures Shape # 4’ – customised to compliment the generous bench to ceiling splashback area.

We feel this kitchen is a shining example of what is possible when great design and colour confidence are delicately balanced.

What does the homeowner think?

“I am absolutely delighted with the kitchen and especially with the featured artwork.  We asked Patricia to design in a ‘wow’ factor and the fantastic splashback (too mundane a word for such a creation!) certainly provides that.  We have had nothing but admiring oohs and aahs from visitors.”  

Visual Resource Splashback with ART

VR Art Glass splashback featuring ‘Natures Shape # 4’
The inspiration source for the remaining kitchen colours and finishes.

 

 

VR Art Glass printed splashback melbourne INSTALLATION

The hard yakka involved with installation. It took three men to carry the large VR Art Glass piece up the stairs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oct 06
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Visually Stunning Bathrooms – VR Art Glass Splashbacks

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Rosemary & John completed a long awaited kitchen overhaul in early 2013.  Included within the well appointed ‘cooks kitchen’ – VR Art Glass splashbacks featuring a bold nature inspired design.

So pleased with the cohesion and visual impact delivered within the kitchen, along with the admiring reactions from visitors when they see the splashback – Rosemary & John decided to feature VR Art Glass within the new bathrooms: considering it the ideal way to achieve uniqueness and individuality for each bathroom.

“Be yourself – everyone else is already taken”  Oscar Wilde

There is something about that quote which rings true regarding the design inspiration behind the new bathrooms.  When John & Rosemary briefed David Slade of David Slade Interior Designs and Rosemount Kitchens, to redesign the bathrooms in their family home, they were clear they wanted each room to be quite different.

VR Art Glass Bathroom Wall Mural Feature Upstairs

VR Art Glass by Visual Resource as a statement feature became the ideal way to achieve
the design intent: INDIVIDUALITY FOR EACH BATHROOM.

The largest ‘main’ bathroom with the spa bath tub and waterfall feature wall is resort-inspired.  
The client wanted the waterfall to appear as though it was falling into the tub – bringing the outdoors in and appealing perhaps to a naturalist who enjoys showering outdoors in Summer.  Or offering members of a busy family an opportunity to relax in a warm bath in cooler months with the meditative quality of the waterfall in the background.  The floor tiles and basin reflect this organic, natural theme.

Contributor Michael Collins said, “Visual Resource creates art to reflect the personal style of people, and compliment designs.  For this home, the clients took full advantage of the creative license VR Art Glass provides.  Each bathroom is unique because a different family member was in charge of selecting the artwork.  Rosemary selected ‘Natures Shape # 4’ for the guest bathroom which was customised to compliment the space.  While John chose a nature inspired ‘Waterfall’ image – setting the tone for the tranquil retreat achieved in the main bathroom.

With individual family members in charge of the artwork selection task: each bathroom is not only unique – each provides a successful reflection of the character and personalities of the people who live in the home.”

Kitchen Splashback VR Art Glass Elements #11

Where it all began…
VR Art Glass – an exciting option for the kitchen splashback
Featuring Elements # 11 from the nature inspired Elements Collection

 

 

 

 

 

Sep 03
2

Seeking a ‘wow’ feature for a crisp new kitchen

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The crisp, white kitchen of this renovated home – was a fresh and accommodating canvas for the addition of a feature splashback, intended to wow!

The briefing to Visual Resource was really clear: the homeowners of the Footscray residence said:

  • The artwork needs to reflect our style and be of significance to us.  (So not a picture of New York for example.)  But we do love Melbourne!
  •  We like vibrant colour and would love a strong sense of colour within the composition of the artwork.
  •  We are seeking contrast between the crisp, white kitchen – and colour within the splashback.
  •  And of greatest importance… the splashback needs to be a ‘wow’ feature.

 

We had our briefing and we set about presenting artwork options to meet all requirements.  After reviewing many options – artwork ‘Melbourne Skyline # 7’ was chosen as ‘the one’ and provided an excellent answer to the briefing.  The VR Art Glass feature splashback compliments the kitchen perfectly.

Printed Splashback Melbourne Visual Resource VR Art Glass

VR Art Glass Splashback
Featuring artwork ‘Melbourne Skyline # 7’ from the Modern Gallery & the Melbourne Skyline Collection

 

Prior to the addition of the VR Art Glass feature, the splashback was a coloured glass one.  The introduction of overhead cabinetry and VR Art Glass has been positive, contributing to greater enjoyment of this vital home space.         

Next… some shots to show you the kitchen before and during the transition.

Blue Coloured Glass Splashback

BEFORE
Prior to the addition of the VR Art Glass feature, the splashback was a coloured glass one.

 

After removal of glass splashback Visual Resource

After removal of the coloured glass splashback.
The canvas is now ready for the addition of a feature splashback – intended to wow!

Jul 25
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Splashbacks with art – VR Art Glass

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VR Art Glass featuring Colour Splash # 16

HOME

Home is a tiny word for such an important place.

For all of us, it’s where we want to feel safe and warm, protected and comfortable.

It’s also a place from where you draw strength and where you feel your most authentic self.

Quote from – ‘A life less ordinary – interiors and inspirations’,  Zoe Ellison and Alex Legendre. 

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VR Art Glass ‘Colour Splash # 16’
In harmony with the surrounding decor

 

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Abstract art provides a splash of colour – a sense of personality

 

 

 

 

Jun 29
1

An evocative kitchen oozing with sophistication & confidence

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We are privileged to see peoples ‘dream kitchen’ take shape (on paper) then come to life in reality.  From the early stages of design, colour and finish selections – all the way through to the build and installation.  We contribute (with VR Art Glass) in one small way to what is often a high involvement, personal and lengthy process. 

The end result often involves seeing sparkling, crisp white kitchens that are always pleasing to look at.  Just recently however, we were delighted to view the kitchen of builder Craig Field and partner Diny of Field Homes.  Viewing the new home designed and built by the couple was a big surprise and affirms something rather significant to me…

Your kitchen can exude a style and mood of your choosing and making.        

VR ArtGlass Melb Mono#4 Splashback Blackburn

Kitchen design by Diny and build by Craig of Field Homes.
VR Art Glass splashback featuring artwork ‘Melbourne Mono # 4’
‘Super White’ granite bench tops by Melbourne Marble & Granite.

 

The Blackburn South kitchen is warm, dark and handsome – wearing the striking finishes and sleek colour palette with great confidence.  The deep charcoal of the cabinetry, combined with the dramatic granite bench tops: has style equal to that of a highly considered and well composed bar or restaurant.  

Congratulations Diny and Craig of Field Homes on your stylish and evocative kitchen.  Thank you for reminding me that each kitchen can be unique and a mirror to the personality and style we choose to reflect.

Toni

Jun 18
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Langwarrin Kitchen: a monochromatic beauty, bursting with features & personality

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As a Professional Painter, Peter has the opportunity to see the interiors of many homes and kitchens.  Consequently, he knows what appeals to him, along with having a clear vision of the colours and finishes that will endure the test of time.  So when it came time for the couple behind this renovation to plan their own sparkling new kitchen – a classic black & white palette for finishes was confidently selected.

The elegant simplicity of this black & white kitchen is stunning, and while these strong foundations for the design may have been more than enough for some…there is more!  

The kitchen offers surprises and the assertion of an adventurous personality – delivered by a number of well-chosen features. 

Kitchen features include:

1.  The ‘Fire Stone’ Granite on the island bench gives a raw, textural, sensory finish that is heaven.

2.  The tap not only looks like a piece of beautiful metal sculpture… running water features a light which changes colour in sync with the water temperature.  Providing some fun – and it is mesmerising too!  

3.  A sneaky butlers pantry sliding panel (a section of the splashback) – keeps the kitchen ‘front of house’ clutter free, while the ‘back of house’ engine room of food storage and preparation is neatly tucked out of sight.  Genius! 

4.  The VR Art Glass splashback featuring artwork Melbourne Mono # 8 – looks fantastic.   “Yes of course… you would say that…”, you may be thinking… but it is true!

VR Art Glass Melb Mono Art Langwarrin kitchen front

VR Art Glass splashback featuring artwork Melbourne Mono # 8

The photographic artwork created by Michael Collins captures the energy and urban pulse of our vital city.  It showcases Melbourne’s eloquent mix of modern and historic architecture.  And while the visual has a modern edge – the black and white presentation affords the artwork a timeless quality.  Melbourne Mono # 8 fits in perfectly with this sleek and elegant kitchen.   

Very successful choices have been made for this kitchen and the end result is a delight.  But enough of what we think… this is what Peter had to say about the experience of working with Visual Resource for the kitchen splashback,

 Hi Michael and Toni,

It is with great pleasure that I send this message to let you know how fantastic our splashback has come up.  Even though we threw a big challenge to you by having the splashback in three pieces to accommodate the sliding window to the butler’s pantry, the job has come up perfect.  Nobody has noticed it is in three pieces until we slide the window up.  Your attention to detail is second to none. 

Thank you Peter.  We are thrilled you are happy with your new VR Art Glass splashback. 

Toni

VR Art Glass Butlers Pantry Access Melb Mono Photo Art

A butlers pantry sliding panel (a section of the splashback)
is just one of the clever and surprising features of the kitchen

Mar 05
1

VR Art Glass featuring ‘Cremona # 7’ from the Italy Collection

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Selected image ‘Cremona # 7’ for the VR Art Glass kitchen splashback reinforces the tones from the pendant lights and front of island bench detail – tying these elements together with warmth and charisma.   Perhaps of greatest importance… the artwork looks so comfortably at home within the surrounds.  The space looks and feels lovely!   

Sometimes, few words are needed to present a project: instead, the visuals really do speak volumes.  Such is the case for the Edithvale residence.  Homeowners of the recently completed new build have created a living space quietly confident, with a seemingly effortless style being projected.

VR Art Glass by VISUAL RESOURCE 'cremona # 7' Edithvale front

Edithvale Residence
Featuring ‘Cremona # 7’ artwork from the Italy Collection

Feb 11
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VR Art Glass – wall art with a difference

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If you have ever dreamed of living inner city in a well-appointed warehouse conversion – then the interior of this Collingwood residence will be worthy of a little green envy.

Originally the Sidchrome factory in another lifetime, Interior Designer Patricia La Torre of OUTSIDEINSIDE Building Elements has transformed the interior with aplomb.  The inclusion of a wall sized feature glass artwork in the kitchen area was one of her many recommendations.

“The design incorporated a glass feature panel to add a burst of colour and connect the inner city warehouse apartment to the streets of Melbourne”, said La Torre.

Another great use for VR Art Glass!

Visual Resource VR ART GLASS Collingwood nightshot

Factory warehouse conversion.
Architectural design by Robert Busselmann of Robert Busselmann & Associates.

 

Visual Resource VR ART GLASS Collingwood Install

The hard work… installation thanks to Glaziers Jasen & Dave.