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 …
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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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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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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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 …
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 …
Although lighting plays a crucial part in both interior and exterior spaces, we tend to pay far less attention to it than we should. We often give most of our time to looking for the perfect furniture and accessories without realising that they only really look there best when there is proper lighting. Lighting also creates the mood and ambience …
I featured the sassy metallic napkins of Melbourne’s Fazeek in April. Now, 6 months on, founder Jackie Fazekas is smashing goals left, right and centre. I can’t help but feel proud of and excited for Jackie seeing her business grow from inception to ‘officially killing it’! Jackie started with linen napkins and has now expanded into aprons, cushions, table …
Do you remember my interview with the impressive three ladies behind Sydney-based interior design and architecture company TomMarkHenry earlier this year? Well, Jade Nottage, Cushla McFadden and Chloe Matters haven’t stopped – they’ve just completed their latest project, and the result is the most sophisticated fish shop in Australia. The renovated ‘Bondi Best‘ in located on Hall Street in the chic Bondi, NSW, …
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There’s no better way to humanise graphic design than with illustration. And I’ve just found my new favourite pro: Melbourne’s Erin Short. The graphic designer founded her boutique stationary company – Short & Sweet – in 2011, to bring ‘delightful and inspiring’ paper goods to the market. Her unique cards and charming prints with themes of …
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It’s always refreshing to see new products on the market, especially when they come from the ‘little guys’ – local designers carving out their own way in the retail world. That’s why I was excited to see Jenny and James come on to the scene. The Melbournites make a perfect match being a product design engineer …
Test cubes like you’ve never seen them before – designed and made in Melbourne! Read More »
One of Australia’s most popular (and eco-friendly!) furniture brands has finally opened its doors in Melbourne! Jardan‘s flagship store sits firmly in Richmond’s furniture and design precinct and makes a statement from the street, spanning across two levels. Step inside however, and you feel like you’re right at home (only better, much better). It’s the largest store yet, …
Your bedroom is your own personal place in the world. It is the space where you can retreat for time out from the chaos of everyday life. It should reflect your personal tastes and be a place where you feel at home. If you’re unsure how to decorate your bedroom in a way that suits …
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There’s a new range of beautiful 100% soy and essential oil candles on the market, with a chic science geek twist. Alchemy Produx candles are set in chemistry glassware such as beakers and conicals. The collection is designed by Sara and Tristan, a scientist and fashion designer who have combined their talents and have come up with …
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Say hello to the cutest new prints on the market, from the even lovelier team at Melbourne-based Russet Design. Friends Victoria and Nicole create bright and beautiful limited edition wall art. The two were both on maternity leave searching for unique and affordable prints to fill their homes when they realised the gap in the market. The hunt …
We all love a bit of Scandinavian. Scandi furniture, Scandi styling, Scandi cool. So like me, you’ll be pretty excited to hear that a new Scandinavian furniture store is coming to Melbourne! Huset, which means “the house” in Swedish, offers “a comprehensive collection of originally designed, European made furniture and home accessories created for the discerning customer”. I …
Country Road‘s homewares range is a great example of an established Australian brand reinventing itself, innovating and modernising whilst maintaining it’s raison d’être: Natural simplicity with a relaxed, spontaneous style. The homewares range is simple, functional and beautifully designed, catering for kids and adults alike. The products emulate the Country Road clothes we all know as practical …
There’s nothing like a bit of colour to make you happy, and that’s exactly what Bonnie and Neil is all about. Melbourne-based duo Bonnie Ashley and Neil Downie founded their independent textile design studio in 2010, with their backgrounds in floristry, art, textiles, furniture and set design flowing through to their incredibly lively cushions, bed linen, napery, timber …
I was flicking through the latest Country Style magazine the other day (thanks mum for subscribing!) and in the back section where there’s often advertisements for comfort bras, wigs and furniture polish was the most beautiful little picture of dreamy upholstered furniture. So straight to the laptop I went to do some investigating and it …
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