Interior design and styling, homewares, furniture, home appliances and the personalities behind them
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
Located in the eastern Sydney suburb of Queens Park, this character home was in a state of faded glory before interior designer Alex Gourlay of Vellum Interiors transformed the main living spaces recently bringing warmth, character and functionality to the abode that is home to a young family of four. I love the result and particularly the way in …
The fashion studio of cult Melbourne fashion label Obus was transformed recently by the talented team at west elm. And what was formerly a basic white room is now a medley of terracotta and pink that much better reflects the brand known for its smart tailoring, vibrant colours and statement prints. The naturally bright room was repainted …
Today’s very impressive before and after is brought to us by Sarah Nolen of Birdblack Design who transformed a dark, heavy timber, 1990's kitchen into a light-filled entertainers’ delight that is perfectly suited to the busy Wollongong family it serves. “This family loves to entertain so they needed a kitchen that would tailor itself to …
Nestled in the Melbourne bayside suburb of Williamstown, this home was purchased several years ago as a ‘forever home’ for its inhabitants – a family of five including two teenage girls and their dog Lucky. The original double-fronted Victorian home had a 1990’s addition at the rear which no longer met the needs of the family, which is where …
The latest architecture and interior design awards to be handed down, the 2019 Houses Awards feature an array of phenomenal Australian talent across a variety of projects including a Daylesford farm, a converted inner-Sydney power station and a super compact Hobart apartment. With many categories, we’ve selected a few of our favourite projects for …
