Advice

Uplifting your home has never been easier. In our advice section, you’ll find practical interior design advice, home styling tips, renovation advice, gardening ideas and cleaning hacks. Whether you’re building, renovating or simply refreshing a room, Style Curator is here to guide you.

Style Curator is a leading Australian interiors blog read by hundreds of thousands of people each month. Our motto is simple: create a home you love. Founded by Interior Designer Gina Beschorner, the blog covers all aspects of home improvement and home decoration.

Many of our advice articles include input from industry experts. We call on architects, interior designers, lighting specialists, landscapers and more to share their best tips. For example, our article on how to prepare your home for sale features advice from prominent renovation experts. Our guide on how to landscape your garden includes insights from one of Australia’s top landscape architects.

You’ll also find some of our most popular design advice here. Readers love our guide to designing the ultimate laundry, our must-know kitchen design measurements, and our tips on choosing the right kitchen splashback tile.

If you’re looking for outdoor advice, we have you covered too. Explore articles on the best plants to grow in pots, seasonal gardening guides and ideas for creating an epic outdoor play area for your child.

We also share plenty of home styling tips. Think curated décor round-ups, bookshelf styling ideas, bedroom decorating tips and more. If you’ve ever wondered how to style your home like a designer, this is where you’ll find the answers.

The aim of Style Curator is always to help you create a home you love. If there’s anything you’d like advice on that we haven’t covered, we’d love to hear from you. Email hello@stylecurator.com.au to request an advice article and we’ll get working on it.

How to mix vintage decor into a modern home

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There’s a growing trend in home decorating towards personalisation. In 2024, it’s all about breaking away from that ‘showroom perfect’ aesthetic in favour of...

Top 5 fixes to improve a room by The Real Estate...

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Sometimes we can have a room that we can’t seem to get right. You know what we’re talking about, that difficult space that just...

Decorate your small rental apartment so it feels like home!

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Supported by Rentola We believe everyone should be able to create a home they love — whether you own the property or not! Decorating a...

How to update your living room for less: Top decorating ideas...

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Supported by Canberra Outlet Whether it’s a change of season or simply a tired room that needs a refresh, many of us are looking for ways...

Why glass railings are the ultimate upgrade for a contemporary staircase

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In many homes, the staircase is one of the first things you see as you walk through the door, so it has the power...

Fabulous front doors: Colourful statement entry doors

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There's a good reason paint is one of our favourite renovation products — it's super affordable, easy to use and can completely transform a...

Contemporary industrial design: Tour homes that embrace concrete

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The industrial design style has come a long way since it first emerged in the late 19th century. This aesthetic is all about functionality,...

How to style a bar cart

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Hands up who's always wanted a stylish bar cart in your home or perhaps you have one that's just been collecting dust? Never fear,...

Stylish window and door ideas for modern living

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Windows and doors are more than functional elements — they're key design features that can define the style and comfort of your home. Whether...

A peek inside Hazel’s gender neutral nursery

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When friend of Style Curator, Ella Kobelke announced she was having a baby, we just knew she'd create some styling magic in the nursery....

Need convincing a property stylist is worth the cost? Check out...

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Despite the cost of a real estate agent, it is rare to find a property sold without one. This is for the simple reason...

Must-haves for the perfect home theatre setup

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Whether you have a vacant space under your house or a second living area you want to put to better use, a home theatre...

12 hacks to make your home smell good

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We say all the time that you experience a space with all your senses, not just your eyes! So while most of our focus...

Trend alert: Basket pendant lights and where to shop our faves

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Basket pendant lights are seriously on trend right now. We're seeing them pop up in kitchens, bathrooms, dining rooms and even outdoor living spaces....

Take notes: 7 great ways to style your kitchen

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The kitchen is the heart of the home and particularly in today’s more open-plan houses, it’s one that often takes centre stage. With just...

Your guide to creating the perfect home office

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Supported by Arielle The last year has brought unprecedented changes to the way most people work. Daily commutes to the office have been replaced with...

How to hang hats: Ways to store and display hats and...

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With summer just around the corner, it's officially hat season! Whether you've got a small collection of hats or are a full-blown addict, a...

1-0-1 guide to picking the right bath: Types and materials explained

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Choosing the right bathtub can significantly enhance the functionality of your bathroom and uplift the value of your home. A well-selected bath can serve as a striking design...

What’s hot for the home this summer: 3 interior trends 2019/20

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Supported by Canberra Outlet Aaahh feel that? Winter is finally behind us and hot summer days are within fingertip reach. It’s time to pack away...

Where to put a trampoline in your backyard: Design and safety...

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Adding a trampoline to your backyard can be a great way to keep kids active and entertained, but we know many parents who put...

5 step guide to picking the right kitchen splashback tile

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Who would have thought selecting tiles for one of the smallest areas of your home could be the most challenging?! This small space has...

Best home Kmart hacks: Cool home decor + furniture hacks

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For affordable, on-trend decor and homewares, it's hard to go past Kmart. But sometimes, those goodies need a bit of a TLC to become...

Experts break down 7 air conditioner features and if you need...

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If you're on the hunt for a new air conditioner, you'd know that modern split systems do more than just heating and cooling. There's...

Transform your home: Mixing modern and vintage wall decor

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Do you love blending contemporary and classic aesthetics in your home? Mixing modern and vintage wall decor is the perfect way to achieve a transitional...