Dion Horstmans
Sculptor & Artist, Bondi
Dion- the almighty Dion Horstmans looks like an intimidating guy. He’s almost 7’ with broad shoulders, piercing blue eyes and a kind of “pressence” about him. Get beyond that, and anyone will see that Dion is a lovable, funny, creative Bondi Beach staple who also happens to be a highly esteemed artist among art critics and collectors. His sculptures are strong, dynamic, multi-dimensional pieces with strong geometric lines.
My influence has come from tribal motifs, bold lines, diamonds and triangle shapes.
Dion’s Bondi apartment is a bold expression of his interests and passions. There is a delicious clash of dark walls and high ceilings with ornate decorative moulding details. A collection of wildly colorful artworks, sculptures & ornaments adorn every wall and shelf.
I have a croc skull I have from Papua New Guinea- killed it, ate it, cleaned it then brought it back to Sydney
His diverse collection of pieces are from all eras and places. They’re a reflection of where Dion comes from (born in New Zealand, raised between NZ and the cook islands) who he is and what he stands for. His eclectic collection of artworks and relics each have a story.
I love my king size bed, I designed it then made it… it’s huge, a super king, it’s like a floating heli pad
I’m constantly reinventing myself, trying to stay fresh, trying to stay excited.
I have this crazy piece of 19 century german porcelain, it’s got swan’s on it and all manner of strange fruits, it stands about a metre high, it’s so over the top, the craftsmanship in making it blows me away
Dion’s interiors defy logic but they also perfectly work together- just like his artworks.
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10 THINGS I CANT LIVE WITHOUT The star of Bravo’s Million Dollar Decorators, and design maven takes time out from decorating the homes of celebrities to tell us about the 10 things he can’t live without! Head to our website to read more! ☝🏼 -
TIP TWO: THINK LIGHT, WHITE AND BRIGHT. Give all internal walls and ceilings a fresh coat of white paint (my favorite is Benjamin Moore’s Decorator’s White). This will give buyers the sense of the home being a clean, blank space where they can build their new life. Everything will feel cleaner, brighter and bigger. Change the lampshades to white, update old light fixtures, and replace all lights with new increased-wattage bulbs. Focus on making your house bright and cheery. To get more tips click the link in our bio! -
TIP ONE: MAXIMIZE VIEWS AND LIGHT It is well known that potential buyers are attracted to properties with good light. No one wants to buy a home that feels dark and dingy. Open all shutters and wash all windows within an inch of their lives. Take down dated drapes and blinds to let light in and show off the scenery outside. I’ve learned that window coverings are actually quite a personal choice, so buyers are likely to change whatever you have there anyway.. Check out the full story online! -
HOW TO PREP YOUR HOUSE FOR SALE If you’ve ever prepped a house to put on the market, you know it’s no easy task. We want potential buyers to fully appreciate the beauty, size, capacity and function of our home so that we can attract top dollar. Yet it’s common to have an emotional attachment to our house and its contents, and as a result we sometimes fail to get things into a condition that pleases the majority. This can be a costly mistake. Our aim is to make prospective buyers feel at home the minute they set foot in the door. Link in bio for more tips to attract the highest bidder ☝🏼 -
INJECT A LITTLE FRENCH SOPHISTICATION INTO YOUR OWN ABODE TIP 2: If your house already contains some French architectural details—for example, decorative ceiling mouldings, architectural wall panels or French doors—begin by restoring them to their original state and sprucing them up with a fresh, white coat of paint. Expose and restore any rustic beams or French oak flooring. Aim to get as natural a finish as possible, so avoid glossy lacquer finishes. If you don’t already have any French details in your home, look into introducing some such as a limestone fireplace, French oak parquetry flooring or decorative ceiling mouldings. These traditional French elements tend to be highly ornate and detailed, so aim to finish everything in a clean and simple manner. As we move through these steps you’ll notice it’s all about contrasting the traditional with the contemporary. -
THE INTERIOR SECRETS OF THE FRENCH, DIVULGED TIP 1: Quintessential French-inspired interior design always marries well with large-scale black and white portrait photography. This is because the French interior palette plays with sophisticated, matte textures rather than with color. The tonal shadows found in black-and-white portrait photography are the perfect contrast to the layered textural finishes of a typical French interior. It just works. -
HOW THE FRENCH DO IT SO WELL The French certainly are the envy of the rest of the world when it comes to their je ne sais quoi (rough translation: “a certain something”). Some describe it as effortless class—an intangible quality—and it doesn’t stop at their sense of fashion. Time after time, I’ve found myself drooling over classically chic French interior designs. Link in bio for my top tips for styling your home with a little French flair! -
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