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Bathroom trends to let go of in 2019

New interior trends are emerging and taking over all the time, but embrace them too late in the game and spaces can feel dated...

How to transform to a cool home using energy efficient methods in the warm season

Supported by Simply Energy The warm season is our favourite time of year. But for your home, summer means air conditioning that is on for...

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

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...

How to affordably landscape your garden: Get the biggest wow factor on the smallest budget

Your outdoor area can have a huge impact on the overall look and feel of your home but landscaping your garden can often be...

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

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...

A lesson on designing timeless interiors by Mim Fanning of Mim Design

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

How to freshen up your bathroom for cheap

If you’ve been looking at bathroom remodels on Pinterest, dreaming about a DIY transformation or even getting quotes to tackle a major redesign but...

Introducing easy and smart security ideas to protect your home

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...

Reader renovation: Family bathroom before and after

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

How to measure and install your own plantation shutters

Shutters are a classic, timeless and low-maintenance window treatment solution and thanks to DIY Blinds, they’re now affordable and accessible to everyone. Gina recently installed...

What downlights to use in a contemporary home?

In the past week, I've received an unusually large number of emails about downlights. Many readers have asked what downlights we used in our home,...

Bonnie’s full house renovation: Before + afters of each zone

For months we've been busy renovating every square centimetre of Bonnie's house and we're so excited to say we are finally 100% DONE! Hoorayyyy! Her...

Rapid Reno Mate app designed to make home renovating simple

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

Bonnie’s kitchen reveal: From poky and brown to open and airy!

If you've been following our renovations at Bonnie's house, you'd know we COMPLETELY GUTTED her kitchen. The original kitchen was far too small to...

How to install a barn door: 10 easy steps to install your own barn door

We are finally on the home stretch of renovations for Style Curator team member Bonnie’s house (stay tuned for the full house reveal soon)....

The new season of Selling Houses Australia is fabulous and here’s why you don’t want to miss it!

Supported by Foxtel By now you would know I’m a total sucker for home improvement shows and have been for as long as I...

Navy blue and charcoal bathroom with modern luxe twist

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...

Bonnie’s kitchen update: What’s involved when remodelling a kitchen

It’s been a little while since we updated you on Bonnie’s kitchen! Last time you saw it, it was looking very brown and poky,...

Bathroom renovating lessons we learnt from Bonnie’s reno

People say you need to allow a 20% budget buffer when renovating older houses because there are always unforeseen issues and we certainly had...

10 things to consider when selecting flooring for your home

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...

From old shack to luxe Scandi-style home: See the before and after

Renovating is one of those things you get a taste for and either become addicted to or never want to experience again, EVER! For...

10 features you wish you had in your dream kitchen

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...

Reveal of the new stylish grey deck at Bonnie’s house

Supported by Trex We've been busy these past few weeks mapping out plans for Bonnie's backyard and installing the new Trex deck and today we're...

Installing a new Trex deck at Bonnie’s house

Supported by Trex The other day we showed you Bonnie’s barren backyard and talked about our plans out here and today we’re so excited to...