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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It's now been 2 years since we moved into our home and overall I'm so happy with our house — it has great flow,...

10 features you wish you had in your dream kitchen

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In collaboration with IKEA The kitchen is the heart of the home and also the most expensive space to renovate so it’s something you want...

Before and after: Kitchen transformation adding style and function

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Before and after transformations are always popular and we're sure you'll find more than a few ideas to steal from this kitchen reno for...

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,...

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

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Sponsored by Elderton Homes Without a doubt, one of the best decisions we made was to knock down our old house and build new but...

A modest extension to create a dream home: Visiting Dot’s House

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It’s funny how one simple design choice can transform an entire space. In this case, it’s a window. We take a look inside Dot’s...

5 of the best cosmetic bathroom makeover tips

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Bathrooms have a reputation for being one of the most expensive rooms to renovate, and with good reason too. There’s plumbing, waterproofing and all...

Rejigging a floor plan: 5 ways to guarantee the best outcome

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One of the best ways to update your home is by changing the floor plan. Whether it’s adding an extra room or opening up...

10 things to consider when selecting flooring for your home

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We have been sharing loads of renovation content lately and one area that we constantly get questions about it flooring! From questions on how to...

Managing household items during extensive renovations

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Major renovations are stressful to manage in themselves without the added concerns of finding precious items or furniture being damaged in the process. But...

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...

How to fix your bathroom seals like a pro

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Supported by Loctite Although our house is only two years old, the sealant around our sink drain has already discoloured and become mouldy — despite...

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...

Rapid Reno Mate app designed to make home renovating simple

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With more than 110 renovations under her belt, Rapid Reno Expert Naomi Findlay learnt long ago that the trick to a successful renovation is...

Introducing easy and smart security ideas to protect your home

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Supported by Lane Security We recently shared a complete home security checklist with the top 10 ways you can protect your home and today we...

Stylish kitchen sink materials for all budgets

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We often hear the saying that tapware is the jewellery of a kitchen... But in recent years, kitchen sinks have also become a focal...

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...

Light locations in a new home? Expert advice on the dos...

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Lighting and electrical advice is among the most sought-after content on our blog! Lately we've noticed a lot of searches for ‘tips on light...

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...

Navy blue and charcoal bathroom with modern luxe twist

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We're always looking for bathroom inspo and love discovering bathrooms that don't just use white tiles. This latest project by Studio Black Interiors totally...

Get your home and gardening jobs done with Airtasker

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Supported by Airtasker Those of you who have been following the blog for a while would know that the landscaping at my house (or complete...

10 luxurious design features to steal from the new West Village...

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Supported by West Village The other week we shared the inspiring new West Village Brisbane development that will soon be coming to West End in...

14 stunning splashbacks to bring your kitchen to life

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Picking a kitchen splashback can be one of the most difficult decisions of the whole kitchen design process! Yes, it often only makes up...

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...