As a young mother I spent countless hours gushing over homewares and furniture online that I couldn’t afford. It was during this time my love of interior design began. I had an insatiable appetite for interiors and not enough material, as design blogs only posted a couple of times per … Read more
If you are selling your property in winter, you need the buyer to bask in the glow of possibility, despite the wet lawn and the dank dove grey of rain clouds above during open for inspections. A warm wash of golden tones and colours seen in nature are in vogue … Read more
Between bulky kitchen appliances, multiple cords and dirty sponges, the kitchen countertop can be a beast of an area to keep clean, much less style with any degree of flair. Yet the kitchen countertop is “prime real estate”, according to interior stylist Carol Sae-Yang, meaning unneccessary and unsightly junk has … Read more
Organising your living room means making it a more welcoming space for you and your family to enjoy some more relaxation time. Here’s how. Your living room should be a place that welcomes and nurtures you – your haven from the cares of the world and a place where you … Read more
There’s something absolutely satisfying about crisp white walls. But often this is the default choice, with many people not realising the important role that white plays as a canvas for colour in the home and how different whites can influence the vibe. White could be your path to creating a … Read more
Monochromatic style has been all the rage when it comes to new homes. Too often though, the greyscale approach can leave your home feeling drab and unwelcoming.This is why even the most restrained, streamlined and elegant designs use bursts of colour to bring a home to life. Yet for many … Read more
Bold, delicate and painterly prints are integral to a warm, characterful interior. Whether it’s fantastical florals, punchy palm trees or sunny geometrics, a mix-and-match approach is an impactful way to form a dynamic space. “Clashing prints bring a unique perspective to a room,” says leading Perth textile designer Liz Casella, … Read more
Give a designer a rule, and they’ll show you the exception with surprising, stylish and colourful results. We spoke to five designers about the design rules they most like to break – ones that will encourage you to create your own unique home without limitations. Rule 1: White, light bedrooms create … Read more
Colours come and go, but red – whether lipstick, carnation, oxblood or apple – can transform a space like no other. “Red is said to evoke emotions, grab attention and make a statement, so it’s no wonder it’s the colour most commonly used to signal danger,” says designer Matt Woods … Read more
No one wants their home to look cheap, but the idea of it feeling “expensive” feels simplistic and pretentious, doesn’t it? What I want is for my home to be inviting, homely, interesting, and comfortable. The thing is, if your home is all those things, it will, in effect, look … Read more