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 …
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 …
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 …
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 live by in my home. I hate clutter and mess so this rule helps me to decide what I really want or need and I give the rest to an op shop. …
Having just moved house, I get how big a job it is! I went on three different trips to pick up boxes alone! Then there’s what do with those tricky items like big artworks and fragile lamps. Who better to give us fail-proof tips than some of the experts in the industry; Hire A Packer. Big thanks to …
I was fortunate enough to be invited to a special Mother’s Day breakie at Mozi in Melbourne Central to explore the gorgeous homeware ranges. I fell in love with the ‘Folklorian’ collection – inspired by the rich artistic traditions of the Otomi women of Mexico. I’m normally one for minimal design, but the floral prints and …
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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The Nordic countries occupy a relatively small pocket of Northern Europe and the North Atlantic, but their iconic style influences all corners of the globe. Temple & Webster Stylist, Sarah Cousens shares her simple tips for creating the Nordic look in your bedroom. The bedside breakdown Beneficial to all number of decor schemes and spaces, …
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It’s hard not to feel a sense of pride when you see a small Australian business simply smashing it. So when I stumbled across One Tiny Tribe, I couldn’t help but fall in love with their simple, modern and fun-loving prints and the fact that they are absolutely killin’ it on Instagram. Then, I discovered their …
Sydney-based The Wood Room, is one of those businesses that was started because its founders experienced a gap in the market and found a real unsolved need in their lives. At the time, Kate Nicholson and Simon Plowman, for all of their searching, just couldn’t find simple, quality, beautiful timber furniture for their Northern …
House of Home – the HUGE Australia online store for furniture, homewares, building and renovating products – is coming to life THIS WEEKEND for an exclusive Pop Up event in Melbourne. From March 18 to 20, Melbourne is set to reinterpret how retailers and consumers engage and shop when House of Home takes over star designer Shaynna Blaze’s inner …
I’ve got to say, I’m a total Circa Home convert. There are so many candle brands on the market, but this one is the only one I buy for my family and friends now. Why? The fragrances are DIVINE (I have a sweet tooth so there are plenty to suit me!), the branding and packaging …
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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 value. But how exactly can you make the most of the space and somewhere that you can enjoy in all seasons? Build a deck cover What better way to protect your outdoor …
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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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We all love a before and after shoot so it’s with delight I present this mega-renovation by Michelle Walker, Director of Michelle Walker Architects. Michelle recently took on the challenge of transforming her very own Manly Vale post-war fibro bungalow into a modern five bedroom family home. In her practice, Michelle works on contemporary architectural projects for her Sydney clients, …
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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 opening of Melbourne’s West Elm wayyy back in 2013 (check out my post!) like Vice and Velvet . Focused on building a sense of community in all of its stores, the Brooklyn-based home furnishings …
Let’s not beat around the bush: one of the BEST things about Christmas is the FOOD! I’ve tracked down some new takes on old classics along with some quirky and delicious recipes so you can enjoy your Christmas feasting even more this year! Take a look… Snowy Chocolate Pinecones – RECIPE HERE! Oreo Peppermint Bark – RECIPE …
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 the fresh air in, there are lots of other ways to beat the heat and keep your home stylishly cool during warmer months. Here are a few suggestions you might want to consider. …
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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 majority of home improvement projects focus on the interior detailing which means that sometimes, the outside your home doesn’t get enough attention. But every detail, whether big or small can have an affect …
Building your dream home is probably on most people’s bucket list, and most of us strive to make it happen in this lifetime. So it is important to make the most out of the experience the moment you make the dream a reality. It can be a tricky and expensive business, but it’s important not to …
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Small details are what make for good interior design, and they can make or break a look if they aren’t addressed. But having to check all the nuts and bolts is not always easy, and it adds to the list of elements to think about when you’re already busy designing a space. Even worse, there is the …
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I’ve just found the most incredibly styled Christmas party – and one that’s kid-friendly too! I don’t know if it’s the teepees, reindeer cups, glitter pinecones or the beautiful home peeking out of the background that I love the most. Hosted by 100 Layer Cakelet, the festive kids party was set up by LA’s Fire and Creme …
There’s a fair chance that one day you plan to buy a property and rent it out as an investment. This is a super popular way here in Australia to add an extra income stream to your all-important bank account. The Australian property market has experienced a boom over the past decade and there is no sign of …