It’s the season of short days, cozy nights and warm drinks enjoyed from the comfort of under our doona! But just as fashion changes over winter, so too do interiors. We bring extra luxury and indulgence to our homes over this period as we add warmth and comfort. Take a read of the five biggest trends …
Earlier this week, I sat with wine in hand and piles of glossy interiors magazines in front of me as I was treated to the brains and charm of interior designer Petrina Turner as she led the ‘2017’s Design Trends’ workshop by the International School of Colour and Design here in Melbourne. What fun! The workshop was a …
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When a collection draws inspiration from summer holidays and the joy of entertaining, you know it’s going to be bright, fun and oh so relaxed. That’s just what Georgia Macmillan’s Collection III is. The Dubai-based Australian creative of her self-named brand first explored her artistic flair through watercolour painting. Then, in 2015, Georgia experimented by digitally …
Back in the day, we wouldn’t dream of using LED lighting as a feature in our homes, let alone as chandelier style pieces. Well that has all changed and I’m calling it: 2017 is the year of the statement LED! Traditionally, LED lighting wasn’t something we’d associate with high end, designer living. But that’s exactly …
When one of the photos from this NSW property popped up in my Pinterest feed, I was compelled to click through and see more. Ohh the soft, ooh the furniture choices, ooh those views! This Clovelly home oozes sophistication and restraint. It is bathed in a colour palette of blues, whites, creams and greys, and paired …
When interiors, brand and photography meet at the top of their game, the result is something special. One such is The Penny Drop in Box Hill. This cafe sits at the base of the newly refurbished Australian Tax Office building and its name plays on the concept of the ‘penny dropping’ from the pockets of the …
Who doesn’t love wildlife? Exquisite birds, cute fluffy creatures and quirky insects. But you know what’s not to love? That so many of these animals are at threat of extinction. In fact, we could lose 50% of all species on Earth in the next 100 years. Let me introduce you to two people who have set …
It’s a space I came across almost a year ago and it has remained one of my favourite office spaces since. The white walls dressed with art, the stunning floral arrangements paired with stacks of fashion coffee-table books and the refined but covetable furniture… I’m talking about PR agency AWPR’s Sydney office. Located in Surry Hills, the …
Is there anything better than escaping for a few days to a place of luxury, relaxation and indulgence? It’s hard to beat right? Well when I first laid eyes on this beautiful retreat and spa in the Margaret River Wine Region, Western Australia moved quickly up the ranks in my ‘must visit very soon’ list! I’m talking …
Everything Australian furniture design house Zuster does oozes sophistication and its new collection – Embellish – does this and more, with added elements of exquisite adornment. With a sexy, grown up edge, the release captures the essence of hotel living at its finest. It is Zuster’s first dedicated hospitality furniture range, and the pieces take their cue from high end fashion runways. …
As you all know, finding out the story behind the business is one of my favourite things. I came across Mornington Peninsula-based Kate Walker (of ‘Kate Walker Design’) just recently and – like I think of all working mums out there – I just don’t know how she does it!! With a couple of kids in tow, …
I’m sure we all love the smell and feel of freshly washed clothes. But if you’re anything like me, you get sick of packing and unpacking the clothes rack to dry your clothes, particularly if you’re a little pushed for space (hello apartment living and that spare room for ‘drying’!). This is the inspiration behind …
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We love it when a new range catches our eye, and Neon Drive by Sanctuary Studio has done just that with their bright colours and quirky designs! The range of accessories was designed by mother/daughter duo Anne Cook and Simone Rennard and features fun beach towels, luxe weekender bags, scented candles, sarongs and outdoor cushions …
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I love a good story about how a product came to be, and childhood friends George Wilkins and William McCallum of George and Willy certainly have that. Stumbling upon an old roll of butcher’s paper while rummaging through one of their granddad’s boat sheds, the pair created a simple wall bracket to hold and dispense the …
We all know Shaynna Blaze as the divisive judge from Channel 9’s The Block TV show. However, what you may not know is that Shaynna boasts a range of self-designed homewares under her name. The TV star and interior designer has teamed up with The Rug Collection to create an exclusive collection: Woven Simplicity. This nine-piece series of …
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Scandinavian design is the new ‘timeless’. Its clean lines and wooden statement pieces paired with plenty of white really make any room sing with character and style. I recently found a hub with more than 300 pieces of gorgeous Scandinavian style furniture pieces. It is ‘Icon by Design‘ and it is a company started by …
Have you ever noticed that the shape, size and – importantly – the dressings of windows completely change the mood of a room? There has long been research pointing to the impact that natural light has on our productivity and mental health. Even without that research, I’m sure you know what I mean when I …
Design duo and best-selling authors, David and Heidi Cuschieri have teamed up to create a stylish series of books full of inspired words and uplifting messages. Their ‘Wall Candy’ books contain 50 pull out prints to adorn walls around the home or office and reflect upon daily. As passionate writers and self confessed “heartists”, David and Heidi are …
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 of Scandinavian homes, we think of high quality craftsmanship, pared back styling, a focus on natural light and muted tones. Luckily it’s actually one of the easier styles to create in our …
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Create a sense of atmospheric nature with these moody, misty forest wall murals. Whether it’s rays of sunshine seeping through a canopy of treetops, a hazy forest blanketed in snow or an endless misty rainforest, you really can bring the calming effect of nature inside with these incredibly realistic wallpapers. Cover a whole wall with a mountain scene and pair …
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Wander bare-foot, sand between your toes to Kip&Co’s castaway paradise, SS16 Subtropics: a treasure chest of beautifully curated products for every corner of your home this summer. Alex, Kate and Hayley launched Kip&Co in 2012 offering bright, colourful, beautiful bedding and have quickly expanded into a covetable, vibrant lifestyle brand. This season, Kip&Co’s signature adult bedding collection is complemented by a comprehensive …
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Artwork can make or break a room. If you saw the judge’s reaction to the stunning and HUGE artwork in Julia and Sasha’s dining space on Sunday night’s ‘The Block’, you would understand the impact art can have. I recently came across one of The Block’s artwork suppliers – Melbourne’s Creative Strokes – and being a fan of …
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Everything in the carefully-curated collection at online homewares store Lo & Co Interiors you’ll find in the stylish homes of friends and founders Arielle Lopresti (the Lo) and Teegan Cocchiaro (the Co). The Adelaide duo created Lo & Co Interiors while Arielle was building her first home with her husband and Teegan was renovating her …
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Much loved New Zealand brand Douglas and Bec has released its Spring range with five fresh new pieces. The earthy palette is a new take for the team and is inspired by “the regionalist art movement that depicted the beauty, honesty and isolation of rural life in New Zealand”. The pieces feature beautiful unmodulated tones of moss green, …
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It’s the hub of unique, eclectic and colourful designs, and now Fenton & Fenton has introduced a new Spring range. With furniture, soft furnishings, rugs and lighting, the collection delivers a vibrant palette of bold hues and a muted take on brights. It includes pieces from Australian artists Megan Grant, Kristen Daniels, Carly Williams and Helen McCullagh gracing the walls, along with geometric patterned …
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A gorgeous new textile brand, Josie+June, has launched its very first collection – ‘Tribal’. Owner and artist Anna Wise says she keeps the whole process within Australia – from designing the patterns, printing the fabric and sewing the products. “Each process starts with a sketch, followed by painting designs by hand using mixed media, and finally digitally reproducing …