Five must-haves when designing a family home
My boyfriend and I are both fairly mad about property! I love the interior and design aspects, while he is all about the location…
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guide / here’s your checklist for moving homes
My partner and I are going to be shifting home in a month or so and now – with the number of times I’ve…
How your home clutter can be used for good
Today I’m talking how we can make small (but also very helpful) changes in our lives and by doing so, make a bigger difference…
Five tips for pet-friendly living
There’s nothing quite like the feeling when a four legged friend greets us when we get home from work after a long day. The…
How to choose the right entertainment unit for your space
Entertainment units have become so much more than just a place for putting your beloved TV. The reality is that the TV unit for many…
What is upcycling and how can you do it well?
Upcycling, also known as ‘creative reuse’, is where you take an item that’s going to be chucked away and transform it into a new…
Five ways to create a serotonin-full home
Have you ever noticed how moving into a certain space can completely change your mood? We should all live in a place that evokes…
My six tips for ‘grown up’ girls’ spaces
If you follow me on Pinterest, it’ll be no surprise to you that I love kids room styling! We can just have that bit…
Why shutters are all about sophistication
Have you ever noticed that the shape, size and – importantly – the dressings of windows completely change the mood of a room? There…
Five ways to create a Scandinavian haven in your home
Anyone who knows me knows I LOVE a bit of Scandi; those simple lines, gorgeous light-toned timbers and plenty of white. When we think…
My winter warming tip for Energy Australia
A big thank you to Energy Australia for featuring me on their website this week! The team asked me to share my best way to…
Four ways to add value to your home
Renovations can be a fantastic way to increase a property’s value. Breathing new life into your living space can also give you with a sense of satisfaction and have…
Why timber is my go-to and should be yours too
I have a little challenge for you today. You know how our mood can change after going on a walk in a park or…
Clear your home and your mind this winter
Have you ever heard of the phrase ‘if it’s not useful or beautiful, get rid of it’? This is something that I try to…
Top 10 useful tips for packing up your home
Having just moved house, I get how big a job it is! I went on three different trips to pick up boxes alone! Then…
Four ways to fall back in love with your bedroom
From childhood, the bedroom is considered a safe and comfortable space. It’s where you play with your favourite toys, have sleepovers with friends, and later…
How to use Nordic style to transform your bedroom
The Nordic countries occupy a relatively small pocket of Northern Europe and the North Atlantic, but their iconic style influences all corners of the…
How to Decorate with Pendant Lights
As soon as I moved into my own place, and before I even bought a kitchen table, I found myself handing my credit card over…
Could technology make creating your dream home even easier?
The smart home has well and truly arrived, with many of us already using technology to curate the aesthetic of our home. These days with…
Is it time to finally frame those memories?
We all love taking photos. For most of us, every picture snapped on our cameras, phones and tablets represents a moment which we have felt…
How to create a patio that is useable the whole year around
If you can get your outdoor space right, it adds a whole extra living area to your home, not to mention boosting your property’s…
5 Things to Consider When Renovating Your Home
Renovations can be stressful and time consuming, regardless of the scale, but the key to a positive experience is forethought and planning. Whether you…
West Elm collaborates with local designers
The brilliant collaboration between global furnishings company West Elm and local Australian makers is back for 2016! I discovered some fab antipodean producers from the…
Your guide to selling your home
Selling a home can be an incredibly daunting process. Few home owners truly know what they are getting themselves into when they list their property…
Stylish ways to prepare your home for the summer
Now that summer has finally arrived, dealing with extreme heat at home can be a challenge. While you can simply open the windows and let…
Choosing the right garage door for your home
Interior design is all the rage, but when it comes to home aesthetics many skim past the overall feel that exterior design can contribute. The…