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The Art of Sustainable Style James Treble Latest Projects & Trends for 2025
James Treble, well known celebrated designer and advocate for sustainable living, is at the forefront of shaping Australian design. Jason O’Hagan, Weathertex Managing Director recently visited James Treble at his home to discuss his latest projects and to gain insights into 2025's emerging trends.
The conversation, filmed at his Palm Springs-inspired home, reveals how James incorporates Weathertex cladding to create spaces that are as functional as they are visually striking. From texture to timeless styles, James' expertise highlights how Weathertex’s versatility and sustainability align with modern design values.
2025 Design Trends – Texture, Colour, Curves and Sustainability
James Treble predicts a rich focus on texture and sustainability in 2025, driven by a desire to bring warmth and tactility into homes. With many of us still influenced by time spent indoors, texture has become a critical design element, both visually and tactilely, allowing natural light to enhance spaces. Weathertex cladding is a perfect medium for this trend, with its natural timber grain providing depth and warmth in both external and internal applications.
James also highlights the increasing popularity of versatile colours, particularly the calming influence of indigo blue and muted tones, which pair beautifully with Weathertex’s paintable surface. Biophilia, another key trend, emphasises integrating greenery into design. Weathertex’s adaptability and wide range of profiles provides endless options for both feature walls and subtle transitions between spaces.
Additionally, the resurgence of curves in architecture provides a soft, flowing aesthetic — a style easily achieved using Weathertex products, which can be curved to achieve rounded spaces.
Sustainability remains a cornerstone, with Weathertex standing out for its affordable eco-friendly cladding. James notes how these features align with global mandates and local desires for sustainable living, ensuring that design can be beautiful, functional, and planet-friendly.
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Redefining Compact Living – James Granny Flat Latest
Project
James Treble’s latest granny flat project is a testament to how small spaces can be transformed into stylish, sustainable, and functional homes. By integrating Weathertex’s wall panels, Treble demonstrates the versatility and impact of thoughtful design in compact living.
On the exterior, Treble utlises Weathergroove Fusion Smooth as a stunning vertical screen that combines privacy with style. Positioned strategically to separate the outdoor pergola area from the main structure, the screen enhances the flat’s aesthetic appeal while maintaining airflow and light. James describes the visual effect as “playful yet modern,” likening the irregular groove patterns to jazz music for their dynamic rhythm and visual interest.
Beyond its beauty, the cladding’s durability and ease of installation made it the perfect choice for this application, with its lightweight and pre-primed panels simplifying the build process.
Inside the granny flat, the Weathergroove Woodsman 75mm was used to elevate the living and bedroom spaces. The natural timber grain of the cladding adds texture and depth, creating a cosy yet sophisticated atmosphere.
Treble highlights how the vertical lines of the 75mm profiles draw the eye upward, enhancing the perception of height and openness in the compact interiors. He also incorporated dark indigo tones to emphasise the texture, creating a bold contrast that complements the surrounding decor and architectural features.
Treble’s innovative use of Weathertex cladding demonstrates its adaptability for both indoor and outdoor applications, showing how a single material can bridge aesthetic and functional needs seamlessly.
From creating impactful feature walls to ensuring a low-maintenance and eco-friendly solution, Weathertex proves to be a game-changer for compact living.
Scan the QR code to view the full interview and explore James Treble’s inspiring granny flat project.
Transforming Spaces – James Treble’s Palm Springs Transformation
James Treble’s Palm Springs-inspired home is a brilliant showcase of how Weathertex’s Weathergroove 150mm Smooth panels can create a cohesive and striking aesthetic. From the entryway to the courtyard, James expertly used these versatile panels to deliver texture, style, and durability.
At the front entry, the Weathergroove Smooth panels frame the vibrant yellow front door, creating a bold yet balanced focal point. The clean, linear texture of the panels contrasts beautifully with the smooth masonry and natural stone elements, enhancing the Palm Springs theme while ensuring visual harmony.
The bright yellow door pops against the understated panels, offering a warm and inviting welcome to the home. This thoughtful pairing of colour and texture exemplifies James' ability to combine practicality and style, achieving an entry that is both memorable and functional.
In the courtyard, the panels take on a more functional yet equally stylish role, cladding the walls and integrating seamlessly into the barbecue area. Their smooth finish and vertical clean lines bring a refined look to the space, while their weather resistance and low maintenance ensure long-term performance.
By utilising our wall panels across multiple areas, James achieves a unified design that bridges indoor and outdoor living—a hallmark of Palm Springs-inspired architecture.
The versatility of Weathertex’s cladding allowed James to realise his vision for a stylish, durable and environmentally conscious transformation. By combining the panels’ texture with bold colours and mid-century elements, James created a home that is as inviting as it is sustainable.
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