Interior design and styling, homewares, furniture, home appliances and the personalities behind them
While known for their classic and timeless nature, the subway tile has experienced a dramatic renaissance this autumn, but not in the way DIY renovators would necessarily expect. Subways have evolved dramatically of late, says Beaumont Tiles’ strategic designer Vanessa Thompson, and are now incorporating dynamic patterns, vibrant colours and …
The latest offering from Carpet Court is, rather interestingly, all about walls! ‘Elevate’ is a new collection of purpose-built timber wall panels that has been developed with the DIY market in mind. Perfect for adding warmth and texture to a space, each lightweight plank is created from sustainably-sourced plantation timber and features an …
If you’re looking to install new driveway gates, automatic gates can be a convenient way to take control from the comfort of your car and increase your home’s security. But installing DIY automatic gates isn’t as simple as knocking a few posts in. To determine if automatic gates are the right DIY job for you, here’s what you need to know before you …
“When we first bought our 1973 Kombi camper van, its not-so-original interior had clearly seen better days. After a few trips away it soon became apparent that there were more issues than just the crumbling chipboard veneer, so we compiled a wish list of improvements for our dream interior,” says Felicity Joll of Lowd Vans, a new company that …
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 …
There’s no denying that the world is currently in the grip of Marie Kondo mania. Not only was the book a best seller but the new Netflix series has beamed the diminutive Japanese dynamo into countless households and further evidence of the frenzy can be found on Pinterest where searches for the KonMari method are up a whopping 710 per cent! She was …
I'm a massive fan of wallpaper. When it comes to making a relatively inexpensive statement, you can’t really go past it and aside from the obvious feature walls there are myriad ways of using it according to Graham & Brown’s design and trends expert Paula Taylor. From the stairs to the ceiling, lampshades and more, we caught up with Paula …
“The kitchen of this city apartment looked boring, and this was made worse by a lack of storage invariably leading to clutter accumulating on the bench,” says journalist and stylist Sarah Heeringa of one of the many DIY projects that feature in her new book ‘Upcycling with Style,’ a step-by-step workbook brimming with practical, upcycling inspo and …
Husband and wife lifestyle and travel bloggers, Meghan and Dominic Loneragan of Citizens of the World overhauled their tiny laundry on a budget recently, turning it into a much more functional and beautiful space. The renovation was driven by the arrival of the couple’s first child Lachie and all the laundry he creates. “The laundry was designed …
When it comes to hassle free upcycling, there’s no doubt that Annie Sloan’s chalk paints have been the go-to for DIY enthusiasts for many years. But that may be set to change with the arrival of American newcomer Jolie Paint. The product is water-based, non-toxic and quick-drying and in most cases you can apply the paint directly over previously …
