Interior design and styling, homewares, furniture, home appliances and the personalities behind them
Titled ‘Repair,’ the latest instalment of the 2019 Dulux Colour Forecast has arrived in time for autumn and the nature inspired palette is full of gorgeous green and gold shades. “Repair is my favourite palette of 2019. Its rich greens and accent of burnished gold feels comforting and uplifting and together they create a wonderful backdrop for …
This week we bring you another delicious seafood recipe courtesy of our friends at Villeroy & Boch who have styled it so beautifully on the brand's black 'Manufacture Rock' collection plate below. Serve this fresh dish with a dollop of lemon sour cream, filled cucumber rolls and a handful of frisée lettuce. Ingredients ½ apple, …
An enduring and versatile interiors trend, the popularity of grey never seems to waver but navigating its myriad shades can mystify even the most seasoned interiors addict. From cool to warm and even blue, how can you tell grey shades apart and just where should you use them in your home? “First up, an important factor to consider is what are …
With property prices still relatively sky-high, apartment living is becoming the new normal in many capital cities. And it’s a trend that cuts through demographics. Whether you’re an older downsizer or a first home buyer, it's a style of living that is on the increase as people are increasingly drawn to the affordability, convenience and amenities …
Sponsored by Intrim Mouldings Originally four apartments during the 1920s, this 1880s terrace home in Sydney’s Paddington was renovated recently into what is now a grand and generous family home. “The challenge was to unify the spaces, creating an elegant, beautifully detailed, yet functional home, that balanced modern living within the heritage …
With winter on the doorstep, and temperatures heading south, suddenly cocooning inside seems like a very attractive option. But just how can you transform your breezy summer living room to a comfy, wintry living space? We caught up with The Designory director Melissa Bonney, who certainly knows a thing or two about the topic. She shared the simple …
Located on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, this 1930’s weatherboard shack was renovated in 1995 and hadn’t been touched again until Alex Gourlay of Vellum Interiors was called in recently to overhaul the home’s bathrooms. “The brief from the clients was to modernise the spaces, while keeping in line with the existing look and feel of rest of the house. …
Like many parents, before I had kids I envisioned a toy area filled with lovely looking wooden toys but sadly, the reality is somewhat different! In fact, sometimes I feel like I’m literally wading in plastic which is why I was rather captivated by the story of the newish children’s furniture brand ecoBirdy whose stylish speckled wares are made …
It's certainly been a while between lists but this month's round-up of my current favourites is a good one! From Click On Furniture's stylish new additions to retro-inspired pots and luxe enamel tableware, there's plenty to tempt as we head into the cooler months. Click On Furniture: The furniture brand has really upped the design ante of late …
Gold Coast interior designer Mel Hoekstra, of MH Interior Design has worked on many projects but none entirely via email. That was until recently when a London couple sought her out to transform their Queensland home while they were still living in the UK. “My client Rosie discovered my web site via a Google search and felt connected with my …
