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.

Luxury laundry inclusions you’ll want in your next laundry!

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Supported by Hafele You only have to search ‘laundry inspiration’ to see this zone of the home is no longer just a utility room but a space...

8 quick fixes to get your home ready for sale

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The talented ladies at The Real Estate Stylist are with us today to share their expert advice on how to get your home sale...

Styling on a budget: Tips to create luxe looks for less...

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Renovations are set to be on the rise and that means more people are looking for renovation hacks that achieve luxe looks for less....

Designing the ultimate laundry, all the tips and tricks you need!

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We recently discovered Zephyr and Stone — sisters and best friends Ania and Kasia who are mad for building, renovating and designing homes! We're...

Patio design ideas

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Are you ready to build your dream patio but need inspiration? Let us help with these patio design ideas to create your ideal outdoor...

Dear Santa: 7 things I’d love in my home that only...

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I'm pretty confident I made it onto the 'Nice' list this year so I'm preparing my wish list for Santa. Generally the things on my...

How to style artificial flowers at home: Making faux flowers fab!

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You know we’re suckers for fresh flowers — our vases are typically bursting with blooms! But sometimes, artificial flowers are a better option. Think...

A day in the life of a professional organiser with Chelsea...

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Ever wondered what a day in the life of a professional organiser might look like? Today we chat with Chelsea Smith from The Organising...

A lesson on designing timeless interiors by Mim Design

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Last week I was lucky enough to attend the Decor + Design Show in Melbourne and while I was there, I crammed in as...

Terracotta bathroom inspo and ideas: Earthy bathroom inspiration

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The '70s are trending in design in a big way and there's a lot to love from the era — especially when it's reimagined...

7 tips for creating the ultimate media room

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It’s rare to come across a floor plan of a new home build that doesn’t have a second living area. Whether that’s a playroom,...

Quartz composite sinks pros and cons: What you need to know...

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Supported by Hafele Home It isn’t until you’re planning a kitchen remodel that you realise just how many decisions there are to make — including...

How to create the ultimate black and white office, on a...

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Supported by Super Amart If you’ve thought ‘I wish’ when looking at those drool-worthy, perfectly styled monochromatic workspaces on Pinterest keep reading because today we’re...

The furniture and decor treasure trove that is Two Design Lovers

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Finding an online store that offers one of kind pieces, second-hand designer furnishings and excess retail items sounds a bit like an Aladdin's cave....

10 types of blue bathroom tiles

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Thinking blue for your bathroom design or renovation? Wise choice! Blue is the colour associated with tranquility, making it perfect for achieving a relaxing...

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...

How to pick artwork for your home: Expert tips to get...

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We absolutely adore art. It elevates a room, creates a focal point and is a true expression of your style and influence. But we...

Shelley Craft chats with us about her flooring range in collaboration...

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Shelley Craft has seen more than a floor or two in her time on popular home renovations shows The Block and Reno Rumble. And...

Autumn 2018 interior trends

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Supported by Canberra Outlet With the cooler weather quickly setting in, it’s clear summer has gone and autumn has arrived. So it’s time to start...

5 fabulous Easter table setting ideas

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Oh my, we cannot believe Easter is this weekend!! If like us, you've done nothing to plan for Easter and you're kissing the idea of...

How to make a queen size bed look luxurious

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Supported by SLH Furniture Bigger isn’t always better and sometimes a queen bed is the largest size you can fit in a master bedroom. That...

How to style a studio apartment: Stylish space saving ideas

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When space is at a premium, it can be hard to know how to furnish and style without it feeling cramped or uninviting. This...

5 creative uses for shipping containers at home

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Have you ever wondered what you can build with a shipping container? Specifically, how you could convert a shipping container at home to enhance...

The Jetty House: Beachy vibes and breathtaking views

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Alongside views that simply take your breath away, the moment you walk in to this week's featured home, a sense of calm and relaxation...