Castlery’s brand ambassador, stylist Steve Cordony, brings his Milan Design Week edit home – and you’re invited to learn more firsthand in one of two masterclasses.
Fresh off the plane, Steve has just returned from one of the world’s most influential gatherings of design talent. With a refined view on what beautiful yet liveable spaces look like in 2026 and beyond, he’s preparing to share his tips and tricks on how to bring it to life at home.
Steve recently wrapped a shoot that reflects his signature thoughtful curation, paired with furniture brand Castlery’s best-loved pieces plus carefully selected new arrivals. The result? A look that is instantly familiar yet fresh; spaces that are warm, layered and genuinely inviting.
“Milan always clarifies and sparks ideas,” said Steve. “In such a short space of time, you see so much. He adds: “For the shoot, I focused on understated sophistication. A place where you want to spend time, that’s both conversational and collected.
“The Hamilton sofa paired with the Winora armchair keeps it social, while the Oslo dining chair with the Sloane Travertine dining table both offer generous proportions, perfect to flex with the rhythms of life – whether entertaining or using the space for study or work. Elegant and easy to live with, elevated without being precious.”
To bring customers closer to that experience, Castlery will be hosting two exclusive masterclasses this month, with Steve sharing his key takeaways from Milan in person.
“This year, the installations were particularly emotive. With everything happening in the world, the focus was on drawing people into a curated spaces with real feeling and personality, design that had something to say,” he said. “Palette wise, earthy, grounded tones are still reigning supreme – burgundy, aubergine, chocolates and neutrals, all taking centre stage.”
Held at Castlery’s showrooms in Brisbane and Sydney’s Moore Park, the intimate sessions are designed for customers who want to look at their homes differently, whether they are starting from scratch or searching for the final layer that makes a space feel complete. Part inspiration, part practical guidance, each masterclass will offer an insider’s perspective on Milan, a first look at Castlery’s new-season pieces, and Steve’s approach to creating homes that feel personal, considered and beautifully put together.
Masterclass details
- Castlery Showroom, Brisbane Saturday 23 May 2026, 9-to-10am.
- Castlery Showroom, Moore Park Sunday 24 May 2026, 9-to-10am.
Tickets are $70, with each guest receiving a $50 Castlery gift voucher. Book early to avoid disappointment, as spaces are expected to fill quickly.
View Steve’s full edit here.
Castlery’s Hugg collection scores rare hat-trick
In other Castlery news, the global furniture design brand, have been awarded with a Red Dot in the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026 for the Hugg Collection and Tovi Collection. One of the world’s most internationally respected design competitions, the Red Dot Award is judged by a jury of global experts and is widely regarded as a benchmark of design excellence across industries.
The Red Dot win secures a rare hat-trick, marking Castlery’s third major accolade for the Hugg collection, following its success at the Good Design Award 2025 (Japan) and the iF Design Award 2026. Hugg is a sleek coffee table with nested ottomans that slide underneath when you need space, then pull out for instant seating.
