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Style Curator is Australia’s top interior styling blog and we share the latest in interior design, styling and home renovation tips.

From selecting the perfect tiles to basic measurements, we have an abundance of design advice and inspo to keep you on the right track.

Explore this section of Style Curator for inspiration and advice to make the home improvements you need to live better!

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Discover your interior style with our take, free quiz. And once you have it, explore all image galleries for specific design style inspiration such as Hamptons design and contemporary design.

Get room inspiration for specific areas of the home, such as pocket doors, black kitchen, stunning home libraries and cool fireplaces.

Finally go from mood board to making selections for your home with confidence.

Find out more about the top interior trends, including on-trend materials, with breakdowns to help you get to the perfect result.

Know what mistakes to avoid with our expert advice articles such as 10 kitchen renovation mistakes to avoid, designing the perfect walk-in pantry and lighting plan how-tos.

And explore real homes to get in-depth advice from the interior designers, architects, and realtors.

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The kitchen design measurements you need to know

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Anyone about to renovate their kitchen or build new will no doubt be double and triple checking their kitchen design to make sure the...

The dos and don’ts of custom joinery

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Custom joinery gives you the ability to tailor design to suit your personality, lifestyle, and space. It's an investment that can completely transform and...

Walk-in wardrobe and closet inspo

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An epic wardrobe is on the dream home design wish list for many! In our years of touring beautiful homes, we've spied more than...

3 interior design trends set to hit big in 2024

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It’s an exciting time in interior design and decoration as what’s trending has taken a major turn in recent years and in 2024, we’ll...

What bathroom mirror to buy? Shapes and styles explained

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Mirrors are an essential element in any bathroom... but there's a lot more to them than function alone! The right bathroom mirror can completely...

Make a splash with our round up of the best pool...

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Pools are the ultimate backyard accessory. And with summer on its way, we wanted to share our round up of the best pool designs...

Designing the ultimate alfresco kitchen, all the design tips and tricks

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Supported by Hafele Home An alfresco kitchen is always a good idea — especially in Australia where our climate allows us to make use of...

Make a statement with black floors — hardwood, tile or carpet

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In the home, black anything adds drama. But one place in the home that is often overlooked when using black... is on the floor....

Create the perfect mudroom or drop zone at your place

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A mudroom or drop zone is fast becoming the new 'must have' inclusion in homes and it's easy to see why. A dedicated space...

Wall light guide: Rules and trends around using wall lights from...

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Recently a reader requested advice on using wall lights around the home, wanting to know the rules and trends. Of course, we called in...

Design inspo: 10 stunning home libraries to inspire you to create...

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Today's inspo is all about home libraries! There's nothing quite like the atmosphere a home library creates — so inspiring and inviting — especially...

Introducing Gordon, the newest heated towel rail design you need in...

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Supported by Eskimo Heat I’m constantly on the look out for the latest in design, especially bathroom design which is my not-so-secret favourite room of...

Top 9 kitchen splashback trends 2022

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The toughest kitchen design decision for many people is deciding on the splashback! You wouldn't believe how often we see people agonise over this...

Slim shaker cabinets and marble mosaic splashback are a dreamy combo...

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We've just wrapped up our latest kitchen renovation project and this one was extra special as it was for my mother-in-law. It's not often...

Ming green marble mosaic bathroom tour: Take a peek around our...

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We've just wrapped up our latest bathroom project and it's a beauty, even if I do say so myself! This '90s style bathroom was...

Ulleo short courses in Interior Design & Decoration

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Supported by Ulleo Is 2022 the year to pursue your passion for design? If you’ve always had an interest in home decoration or interior design...

A guide to the 10 most popular interior design styles

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Supported by Canberra Outlet When decorating any space, it’s important to have a clear idea of the type of style or colour palette you want...

Small but stylish laundry with herringbone floor, wall panelling, barn door…...

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If you thought the laundry was the most boring room of the house, think again! Today we explore this small but oh-so-stylish laundry featuring...

Curved interiors: How to incorporate them in and around the home

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Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably noticed that curved interiors are having moment. From arched doorways, curved home exteriors to pill-shaped...

A colourful bathroom that’s full of fun, texture and terrazzo

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We love seeing when a design risk pays off and this colourful bathroom designed by Sally Birch from Sally Birch Interiors takes more than...

A classic beauty: A look through this stunning all-white kitchen

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We love a standout feature in the kitchen, but sometimes, classic is what we crave. Come and take a look around this stunning all-white...

A penthouse with a luxe materials palette and ideas to steal...

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It's not everyday we get to take a look inside a penthouse. And while this one might be a touch over budget for most...

Styling hacks for decorating a rental outdoor space or balcony

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Outdoor entertaining is one of our fave things to do, especially in the warmer months. But if you're renting, it can be difficult to...

How to select the right tapware for your design

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Supported by Phoenix Tapware has come a LONG way in recent years with a growing range of shapes and finishes now on the market —...