Franka Life

Meet Deena, Sydney-based Friend of Franka - single mum, professional life coach and mum of 2 boys Malu + Leo Where do you live and what is the best thing about living there? Our home is in Sydney’s Inner West - close to the city, but we’re still surrounded by lots of green spaces and parks and easy access to the beaches.  We love the community and culture in the area and have made many lifelong connections since moving here. How do you like to spend family time together? When at home, we spend time cooking and enjoying mealtimes together, we plan our meals and eat together as a family.  When out, you'll find us at the local skate park or making friends with the neighbourhood fury friends.  How do you all like to relax? When on my own, my ultimate treat is a trip to the sauna and cold bath.   With the kids, we all enjoy camping, going to the beach and spending time with our friends and family enjoying food.  Why did you choose the Alex chair for your home and why do you like it? Initially, the price point really grabbed me but additionally,  they’re super versatile and easy to clean, great as spares when visitors pop around + we can drag them outside for extra seating when required.    And - from Leo & Malu’s perspective, they make awesome cubby house corners.  What is the next piece of furniture on your shopping list? Our next project for the house is to spruce up our outdoor space for the summer, so we have our eyes on a few pieces from the Franka Outdoor collection. Explore the Alex Chairs here.       

Hunters Hill House by Sarah Blacker Architects We recently had the pleasure of providing furniture for this beautiful Sydney home - a stunning recent project from Sydney-based Architect Sarah Blacker, styled by Lucia Braham.  Images by Anneke Hill.  The understated muted, monotone palette suited the timeless architectural features - all of which will stand the test of time within this newly renovated home. For the living area, our Lennon Modular sofa in Heirloom Leather is paired with the Freda Coffee Table and Jethrow Occasional chair in charcoal fabric. For the dining and kitchen areas, our Bok table in oak is paired with the stylish and durable Alex chairs in charcoal. The kitchen bench with our ginger stools in the black and natural finish.  

See how we've customised our Fred Sofa for some recent design projects.  Both shown in our favourite Electra Velvet fabric.