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.

10 common landscaping mistakes and how to avoid them

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DIY pantry declutter: Tips to organise your pantry

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Supported by The Reject Shop When did you last declutter your pantry? If like me your pantry has gotten a bit out of hand and...

Advice on selecting the right garage door with Delta

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Supported by Delta-Warringah Garage Doors If you’re building or renovating, you’d know there are a million and one decisions you need to make. From selecting...

Gina’s home: Outdoor living room reveal

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Well this space has been a long time coming. I can't believe we've been living in our home for 3 years and barely shown...

How to choose the right land lease community for your lifestyle

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Up until recently, we hadn't come across the term land lease agreement. But it's gaining popularity in Australia, especially land lease communities where residents...

Hidden water leaks in Adelaide: A growing concern for homeowners

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Hidden water leaks can quietly drain your wallet and damage your home, often going unnoticed until it's too late! These sneaky leaks can lead...

Style and organise your office to get more done

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Supported by The Reject Shop I am one of those people who can't stand clutter or things everywhere. Don't get me wrong, I'm not a clean...

Product review: LG Twin Wash front load washing machine and dryer...

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You may have spotted in my laundry renovation that I received a new washing machine. This was the catalyst to finally do something about...

Stylish kid’s rugs you’ll actually want in your home

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When it comes to kid's rugs, we're spoilt for choice. And not in a good way! If you're looking for stylish kid's rugs that...

Reader renovation: Family bathroom before and after

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We love nothing more than hearing from our readers and seeing what exciting projects you get up to so when Kerry recently shared her...

Your DIY home security checklist

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Supported by Lane Security For many of us, the home is our sanctuary and where we feel most safe. But there are a few things...

Kitchen shelf styling inspiration: How to style your kitchen shelves

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Increasingly people are integrating shelving into their kitchen designs rather than having everything closed off behind cupboard doors. We love the added interest and...

The power of paint: Living room makeover on a budget

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The arrival of spring can often inspire us to update our living spaces and freshen things up. One of the best ways to do...

Considerations when buying a home, what’s important?

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Supported by Homesales.com.au Buying a home is probably the biggest financial investment most of us will make in our lifetime so to say it’s important...

DIY concrete countertop: Before and after kitchen makeover

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Many people are stuck with an outdated kitchen because it’s just suuuuuuuccchhhh an expensive space to redo! While an entirely new kitchen may be...

5 of the best careers for design obsessed people

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Considering a career change and always had a love of interiors or design? It's never too late to turn your passion and natural talents...

Your dream kitchen renovation checklist

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When it comes to planning a kitchen remodel there are so many considerations, where do you even start? Is it with the cabinetry finish,...

Before and after: See how this kitchen was renovated for $5000

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Stuck with an out of date kitchen that makes you cringe or a layout that just isn't functional? Often we think of kitchen renovations costing...

A penthouse with a luxe materials palette and ideas to steal...

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It's not everyday we get to take a look inside a penthouse. And while this one might be a touch over budget for most...

Design greenery into your renovation: How to create an indoor outdoor...

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When you think about the most calming homes, they almost always have one thing in common — a connection to nature. Incorporating greenery into...

The top 10 essential oils you need in your home

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It’s hard to ignore the current trend of essential oils! But essential oils aren't a fad — they've been used for centuries for beauty...

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...

Be inspired to use brass in your bathroom

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While copper dominated as the metallic of choice for many years, a new hero has emerged — brass! Tapware and bathroom hardware brands have all...

How to fold towels: Simple towel styling tricks to roll or...

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