The spring home collections are starting to drop and this week sees BIG W's 'Common Ground' launch in store and online. There's tribal details, plenty of texture and with prices starting from just $5 we're sure it won't last long. “This collection gives customers access to quality trend pieces for the whole home at affordable prices," says Mitch …
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Front doors: The latest trends for 2019
When it comes to kerbside appeal, there’s no denying the appeal of a stylish front door – particularly when it comes to first impressions. Not only can it set the tone for your home’s interior style (a sneak peek so to speak) but it’s one of the most easily improved aspects of a property’s façade. And whether you’re renovating or building, there …
Real reno: Dull 1970’s South Yarra extension refreshed
While the gorgeous front of this South Yarra home was built in the early 1900’s, the rear sported a fairly uninspiring 1970’s extension before architect Andrew Child transformed it recently for a pair of stylish empty-nesters. “The home was being rented out to students when the owners bought it,” says Andrew who, as part of the project, renovated …
Melbourne hotel penthouse transformed into 7 loft rooms
Located at the DoubleTree by Hilton on Melbourne’s Flinders Street, ‘Level 14’ is a bold transformation of the hotel’s former penthouse into seven new hotel rooms featuring industrial inspired architecture and spectacular views across to Federation Square and Flinders Street Station, the MCG, Arts Centre, Yarra River and beyond. Designed …
Outdoor round-up: The latest furniture and accessories
While it seems a little odd to even consider the great outdoors (given we're still in the throes of winter) there have been so many fabulous new outdoor furniture and accessories hitting the market lately that we just couldn't wait to share. From outdoor rugs to chic occasional chairs and unusual lighting, here you'll find our pick of the bunch, …
Door renovation ideas: A DIY fabric makeover
Seasoned up-cycler Natasha Dickins of Little Red Industries is back today with a very fun DIY interior makeover that sees a very tired bedroom door get a new lease of life courtesy of Marimekko's iconic Unikko print fabric. "This makeover gives an average entryway a point of interest. Rather than paint the hollow-core door, I used it to …
Artist profile: Farmer Kate Owen inspired by drought
Based in northern New South Wales, self-taught artist and farmer Kate Owen didn’t have to look far for inspiration when working on her latest collection Rose Coloured Glasses. “As farmers, when we look at our surroundings at the moment, it is easy to have a heavy heart because of the extreme drought situation. But by looking through rose-coloured …
Open plan kitchen: making it flow with your interior
They say that the kitchen is the heart of the home and it’s very much the case with this Brisbane design by Judy Parkin of Interior Blank. Recently named a finalist in the prestigious KBDI (Kitchen and Bathroom Design Institute) Awards in the ‘Kitchens Plus’ category (for kitchens that flow into another living area), this statement space sits …
The DIY Decorator’s top 5 budget decorating tips
Since its inception in 2015 The DIY Decorator has amassed an impressive online following. Almost 90k people tune into Perth-based interior decorator Zoe Gilpin’s Insta-feed and blog to take advantage of her keen eye for bargains and learn how to style fabulous spaces on a budget – rooms that look a lot more expensive than they are. Today, Zoe …
Blockheads Hannah & Clint’s new art range: Women star
It’s been two years since former Blockheads Hannah and Clint Amos debuted their first art print range in collaboration with Melbourne based artwork retailer Artist Lane. And the busy couple (who are now parents to three children since the arrival of their son Archie nine months ago) are back with a new range. It’s a great mix of art and on-trend …