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.

Modern interior design trends to inspire your next home project

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When it comes to home design, we always suggest embracing design trends at the start of their lifecycle so you can take advantage of...

Building a new home with gas: Checklist of things to consider

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Supported by AGIG When it comes to building a new home, there are a million and one decisions you need to make — including how...

10 home decor updates to revamp your home

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Supported by Papaya If there’s one thing 2020 taught us, it’s a newfound appreciate for our homes. So much more than just a place to...

Common plumbing emergencies for Adelaide residents

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Supported by Mr Emergency Feeling a bit stumped by a leaky pipe or a blocked sink? No worries, we've all been there. Plumbing emergencies can...

A day in the life of a property stylist, Emma Tobin

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From the outside, getting to style homes for a living looks like an incredibly glamorous career. But it's not all scatter cushions and floral...

How to add colour to a rental: Interior Designer Bree Leech...

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There's nothing worse than void, unused spaces in a home and if you're renting it can feel almost impossible to fix. Well we've got...

Amazing makeover: From beige and bland to a super cool kid’s...

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It takes a clever design-mind to take quite literally a blank canvas of a room and turn it into something truly special. That's exactly...

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...

What is the best kitchen splashback? Interior Designer Darren Palmer shares...

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Designing a new kitchen comes with a million and one questions — and if you're in the process or are thinking about updating your...

7 of the prettiest pink plants you’ll want in your home

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Pink indoor plants are certainly trending at the moment and it's no wonder why. Indoor plants not only enhance the overall feel of a...

5 most popular indoor plants trending in 2023

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Looking to add a few more plants to your indoor jungle? Let us share with you the most popular indoor plants trending in 2023....

The best ways to fold and store beach towels

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Beach towels are an essential part of summer fun, but there's no denying they take up A LOT of space. If you have a...

Cost of bathroom renovations: What you need to know

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When it comes to remodelling the home, the cost of bathroom renovations often catch people by surprise. While it's straightforward to calculate the cost of...

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...

8 ways to add the Australiana aesthetic to your home

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Known for its contemporary yet warm and laid back style, the Australiana aesthetic is trending in interiors in Australia and abroad. This style is...

Creating the perfect outdoor space for the summer holidays

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We may be in the peak of winter in Australia but that doesn't stop us from daydreaming of warm summer days and enjoying the...

4 creative ways to use traditional rugs in your home decor

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Supported by Carpet Court Traditional rugs have a special way of adding character to a room. With their deep, rich colours and intricate patterns, they...

Top 10 ways to update your home for sale

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If there's one thing we all want when selling our home, it's to get the maximum sale price! And a few upgrades to your...

Garden design ideas: How to plan your dream garden using smart...

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Whether you're finally rolling up your sleeves to give a neglected garden the attention it deserves or you’ve just finished building a home and...

Smart home upgrading: How to build a future-ready abode

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When doing a major reno or new build, we spend a lot of time agonising over the materials and finishes to build a home...

White on white office styling and where to shop the look

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Lately I've been spending way more time in my office than usual and it was starting to look like a bomb hit! I was...

A guide to the 10 most popular interior design styles

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When decorating any space, it’s important to have a clear source of inspiration. This inspo could be a colour palette that instantly lifts your...

Round up of the hottest homewares in Pantone’s Colour of the...

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Supported by Canberra Outlet Each year, the world of design looks to Pantone to predict the colour that will set trends. And in 2022, the...

How to create a home gym that’s stylish and functional

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Convenience, long-term cost savings, privacy and motivation... there are plenty of reasons why to create a home gym. But to create a space you'll...