BUILDING OR RENOVATING

Building or renovating a house is a massive undertaking. And we want to help take the overwhelm out of the process! Whether you’re planning a new build, a knock down rebuild, an extension, renovation or just a quick spruce up, at Style Curator we’ve got plenty of advice articles to help you.

Style Curator is a leading interiors blog helping hundreds of thousands of people each month to create a home they love. Founded by Interior Designer Gina Ciancio, she and her team cover all aspects of home builds and renovation. Having completed a knock down rebuild herself, Gina understands the challenges of building.

To equip you and help you to make decisions with confidence and ease, we’ve developed renovation checklists, inspiration galleries and expert tips.

Our most popular building or renovating articles

Our expert advice articles cover a broad range of topics. Some of our most popular include how to design a lighting plan, all the renovation measurements you need to know, and how to decide on your design style. We also delve into colour theory and help you develop your colour scheme.

We call on a comprehensive network of experts to help. These include interior designers, property stylists, builders, illumination scientists, electricians and more. So you can be confident you’re getting the best and latest advice when it comes to building and renovating.

Some of our most popular building or renovating articles include what height to hang pendant lights, how to select the right white paint, and everything you need to know to create the ultimate laundry.

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We also answer your calls for help. For example, our comprehensive guide on how to select the right tile grout was in response to a reader question.

If we’ve missed anything, let us know! We’d love to help you with your build or renovation. Send us an email at hello@stylecurator.com.au and we’ll get working on it asap.

Why my laundry is one of my biggest building regrets

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Keeping it cool: Tips for optimal air conditioner maintenance

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10 things you need to know before undertaking a knock down...

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12 tips for updating your kitchen: Best cosmetic kitchen upgrades

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Tired kitchen but can't afford a remodel? We hear you! Whether you're looking to improve your home’s value or simply want a more beautiful...

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...

What can cause bathroom tiles to crack?

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If there's one thing you want to avoid in a bathroom, it's cracking tiles! When a tile cracks, it’s not just a cosmetic issue...

How to: Affordably update your laundry

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Too often laundries are the neglected, out of sight out of mind, utility room. They sit low on the priority list when building and...

5 ways to better insulate your new home (and save money...

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Insulating your home may not be top of the priority list for you (particularly if like me you tend to focus on aesthetics). However,...

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...

Interior inspo: Pocket doors

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About to build or renovate and looking for smart design solutions to incorporate into your home? Let us introduce you to our latest obsession...

How to select the right timber flooring for your home

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Supported by Flooring Xtra You may have been following along with the renovations we have been doing at Bonnie’s house and now it’s time for...

Planning my new laundry room

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Last week I shared my very embarrassing, real life laundry space and how it's one of my biggest building regrets! The time has finally...

Why I got kicked off site: Construction site safety tips

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Lately I've been spending a lot more time on site of our new build — Bruno is often calling me out to make quick...

The most hackable smart devices in your home

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These days, our homes are becoming smarter and more automated, making life easier and more efficient. But with smart technology comes a higher risk...

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

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We're thrilled to have talented Interior Designer, Lauren Beattie of LO Studio, back with us today to give her advice on how we can...

Common plumbing problems in old homes

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There's a lot to love about buying an older home... their character features, charm and stories the walls can tell. But before you find...

10 breathtaking powder rooms: Luxe powder room ideas!

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Your powder room is one of the most visited rooms in the house — particularly by guests — so why not have some fun...

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...

Quick fixes and DIY hacks for home repairs and maintenance

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It can be so expensive to call in a tradesperson to fix every little home issue! With the cost of living at an all-time...

Olivia from House of White’s chic laundry renovation

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Following on from her stunning bathroom renovation which we featured earlier this year, Olivia from House of White recently completed a chic laundry renovation...