How To
How To: Style A Home Study
Good design is imperative for maximum productivity in home offices, especially for those increasing number of people opting to work from home. How do you create a harmonious home study… Read More.
How To: Style A Bar Cabinet
Anthony Mitsos, Showroom Manger for Max Sparrow, sheds light on the ever increasing demand for bar carts, and reveals how you can style your own cart for maximum practicality and… Read More.
Creating The Dream Mudroom
While not prevalent in Australian homes, mudrooms are instrumental in keeping a home organised and clutter free. The most important element… It’s important not to overthink or clutter the mudroom.… Read More.
How To: Adding Luxury In The Bedroom
The master bedroom can be a relaxing sanctuary with touches of feminine elegance. I spoke with Brisbane designer Elena Wigginton from Coco Republic Interior Design on her top tips to… Read More.
Investment Piece: The Sofa
Whether you have just bought a new home, changing location or simply considering a refresh; something which is almost always considered is a new sofa. The sofa is often seen… Read More.
Apartment Styling 101
Boutique blocks. Grand developments. Open plan living. Zoned rooms. Petite spaces. Expansive spaces. Small scale balconies. Wide open terraces. Micro kitchens. Kitchens with all the bells and whistles. Apartment living… Read More.
Potted Bliss: Indoor Plants 101
I have been inspired recently to add something living to my interior design scheme – something green and sculptural, to add interest, height and balance to my living room. Here… Read More.
Imagining A Life Alfresco
Quintessential Australian living embraces an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Think sunset BBQs with family and friends, tranquil moments along the vast shoreline and an enviable culture of late brunches and long lunches.… Read More.
How To Prepare Your Home For Spring
I know it’s hard to believe, but Spring is just around the corner. This is the perfect time of year to prepare your home for the warmer months ahead. Giving… Read More.
Vintage in a Modern World
Vintage inspired interiors offer a sense of modern luxury with a charming and nostalgic twist. Timeless, character filled and full of personality. Let me share four top tips with you on… Read More.
Dining Room Ambience
Lighting can undoubtedly be a favourite element of design. Beautiful lights make a huge impact and whether it’s a contemporary kitchen nook or an elegant dining room, statement lighting can… Read More.
Interior Design In Pet Loving Homes
There’s nothing better than coming home to a wagging tail after a day in the office, even though there is a lot of up-keep involved. From shedding hair to dirty… Read More.
Repetitive Design
Repetition in interior design is powerful. It often goes unnoticed but pay attention and you’ll see it everywhere. Patterns, architectural features in a row and even symmetry create repetition. Subtle details in… Read More.
The Statement Bathroom Mirror
I find that when it comes to designing and decorating a home, the bathroom is one of the more difficult spaces to inject style and personality. It’s often daunting to… Read More.
Palm Springs Modernist Landscapes
Palm Springs in California is synonymous with sleek, modern houses built in the 1950’s and 60’s. Designed to embrace and celebrate the desert environment and dramatic cinematic landscape of the Coachella Valley… Read More.
Design Spotlight: The TV Room
The living room is a special space, often comforting us at the end of a long day. Some may use it as a space for relaxation, some for entertaining; either… Read More.
How To: Mix & Match
A little bit of versatility never hurt anyone, especially when it comes to interior design. A home that has layers of different styles, colours, patterns, and textures is interesting and… Read More.
The Right Sofa: Leather or Fabric?
The living room is usually the heart of the household; for most of us it’s where we gather together and catch up on each other’s day, or where we sit… Read More.
Bookshelf Styling 101
A must-have piece for any interior, you ask? There are lots that come to mind and the humble bookshelf is definitely up there. Not only does it serve a practical purpose… Read More.
Achieving A Relaxed Interior
I cannot deny the appeal of a relaxed interior. Whilst tailored schemes still have their place, many designers are creating casual and imperfect spaces as client’s look to their homes to find a sense… Read More.
Hide Away
If you didn’t have a giant black rectangle in mind for the focal point of your room, there are many beautiful ways you can cover your television up. Two way mirrored… Read More.
The Perfect Floral Arrangement
Often there is nothing better than coming home to beautiful fresh floral at home. Even just one vase is such a simple way to introduce colour, subtle scents or layers of lush foliage.… Read More.
How To: Styling Your Rental Home
Gone are the days where renting a house or apartment limited your sense of style. Lifestyle is often a big factor in the rent vs buy debate and with no… Read More.
Styling for the Foreign Property Market
As a result of the substantial influx of foreign investment in the Australian property market, it is no surprise that property stylists are now considering the Asian purchaser more than… Read More.
