Isn’t it funny when you have been subconsciously admiring something without realising what it really was? This happened to me recently when I thought the homes I loved were built from gorgeous weatherboards and it came to my attention that it was a different type of material altogether! Spending my teenage years in Ballarat, I …
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Prahran has no shortage of amazing spaces, but this wellness centre sets the bar very high. The Sum of Us incorporates yoga, Pilates, treatments – such as physiotherapy and podiatry – AND a cafe (which is a combination of all of my favourite things!), and is all about health in mind, body and life. Behind …
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 …
I’m a big fan of relaxed linen. When it was time to replace one of my older doona covers, it had to be a dove grey linen cover that has that soft, slightly worn and very inviting texture. And the bonus is that you don’t have to iron linen – it looks perfect slightly crinkled! …
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 …
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. …
Twelve months on from the launch of the cutting-edge range that saw Zuster collaborate with Reece bathrooms to launch ‘ISSY by Zuster‘, the brands have launched their latest collection. The leading-edge design collaboration showcases high end bathroom design at its prettiest. Incorporating the trend towards darker shades in the bathroom and the continuing popularity of metallics, the new …
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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 …
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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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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There’s nothing better than coming across a brand that is unapologetically itself. No cookie cutter shapes, designs or colours. In a world where designers seem to be getting their works duplicated constantly and so many stores look the same, it’s a real treat to find a brand with a strong identity: I’m talking about Weylandts. Founded …
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 …
One of my favourite homeware brands, klaylife, not just because of its gorgeous clay beaded chandeliers, but also for its positive contribution to a small South African community, has launched its latest collection! Excitingly, klaylife has just launched its very first lighting design collaboration with an interior stylist. Working with Jacqui Moore of Moore Concepts, who has worked for Australia’s top …
I’ve been eyeing off the pieces by Ethnicraft ever since I turned into a ‘grown up’ and started lusting over furniture. Those solid pieces of functional and timeless wooden furniture are what I’m all about! But I was surprised to hear that Ethnicraft employs more than 2,000 people and is sold in more than 50 countries! With …
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I have a little challenge for you today. You know how our mood can change after going on a walk in a park or along a beach? I don’t know about you, but I feel such a huge sense of calm when I escape into nature and just slow life down for even just 20 …
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 in life stay up completing assignments. While it’s where you drift off to sleep, it’s also your personal haven. These values should continue to resonate in adulthood – as you grow, so …
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Setting up a home office doesn’t have to mean watching seventeen episodes of Grand Designs for inspiration. An office is an office, be it in a skyscraper or a repurposed bedroom in your home, which means that creating a functional, pleasant work environment is of vital importance. Here are just a few of the essentials to consider when …
After 20 years of marketing, two sons and a stop at ISCD to study colour and design, French-born Valérie Moreno dived head first into a new career path: home decoration. Bastille and Sons is her debut collection of contemporary designer brands and lifestyle accessories hand-picked in France. Every single original product is the combination of talented creative …
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