Interior design and styling, homewares, furniture, home appliances and the personalities behind them
Jen's not a designer or stylist, she just loves this stuff, so she often calls on the experts to share their knowledge about things she doesn't know about.
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 …
As the former editor of both Belle and Vogue Living magazines, a seasoned judge on The Block and co-host of Love It or List It, it's safe to assume that Neale Whitaker knows a thing or two about kitchen design. So, when we heard he was renovating the kitchen in his own home, a late 1930’s country property on the NSW south coast, we couldn’t wait to …
From planning requirements to the average cost, unique usage ideas and savvy ways to make money out of them, there’s much to know about the world of the contemporary granny flat. We caught up with Link Teale, the design manager at the Sydney-based Flat Grannys who gave us the in-depth lowdown. Planning requirements “There are planning …
“Styling for photography is very different to general styling. What we see with the naked eye sometimes doesn’t translate to the image. As professionals we always work with our camera attached to our laptop and scrutinise each picture until we are happy with the result,” says stylist Penny Hyams of The Studio Melbourne. Located in the …
With many of us currently enveloped in a KonMari decluttering frenzy it’s no surprise that people are looking to the Japanese for more than just their home organisational habits. The logical extension of looking east is a renewed interest in their distinct design philosophies, many of which were observed recently by Haymes Paint colour and concept …
When it comes to wallpaper applications, many people think the bathroom is a no-go zone but that’s far from true. From vinyl to more traditional options, wallpaper is not only possible in wet areas but it can actually be rather statement making. And unlike tiles, it’s a relatively low-cost proposition to replace it when you feel like …
There’s arguably nothing more challenging for the house-proud than the arrival of a baby. It’s always astounded me just how much little ones accumulate and it only seems to get worse as they head into the toddler years and beyond. For me, whether your toy area is a dedicated room (lucky you!) or simply a corner of the living area, storage and …
Our friends at Dulux got in touch with us recently to share a couple of simple yet stunning DIY projects that will seriously boost your home’s kerbside appeal. From a statement front door to upcycling a pot, stand and bench seat, Dulux colour expert Andrea Lucena-Orr has plenty of experience and expert tips to impart when it comes to freshening up …
Sponsored by AGHA Sydney Gift Fair The largest industry-led gift and homewares trade exhibition, the AGHA Sydney Gift Fair is almost upon us. And with more brands than ever, a plethora of stylish new retail products and access to the latest design trends, it’s no wonder all of the exhibitor stand space has already sold out! But it’s easy to …
Sponsored by AGHA Sydney Gift Fair Later this month, I'm hosting an exclusive meet and greet at AGHA Sydney Gift Fair where I'll be sharing tips on how to get your products into the media, on blogs, and how to use your own social media channels to effectively promote your brand. As a journalist of more than 15 years, I deal with PR people all …
