DESIGN

Ideas for a stylish garden upgrade: Design features to elevate your backyard

In Australia we're lucky enough to enjoy the outdoors most of the year so even though the weather is cooling off, it's the perfect...

6 tips for finding the perfect interior designer in Brisbane

We're always here to answer your design and styling questions and one that we've been getting a lot is Do you have any recommended...

Design inspo: Cool fireplaces to keep you warm this winter

Who doesn't love curling up in front of a fireplace during those cold nights?! With the cooler weather starting to set in, it's also...

Walk-in wardrobe and closet inspo: Ideas, styles and designs to steal

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...

7 tips for creating the ultimate media room

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,...

Everything you need to know about lighting your bathroom

If there’s one thing we’ve learnt from building and renovating, it’s that you can’t underestimate the impact of great lighting. Skimp on lighting and...

Expected kitchen trends in 2023

Is 2023 finally going to be the year you get your dream kitchen? Then the last thing you want to do is date your...

Trending now: Staying ahead of ever changing home decor trends in 2023

In 2023, home decor trends are taking a dramatic turn and we're here for it! While earthy, muted spaces dominated past years, 2023 is...

How to design the perfect walk-in pantry

What’s the secret to a spotless kitchen? The answer lies with a little help behind the scenes. As our homes have become more open plan,...

11 types of white kitchen splashback tiles: Add interest with shape over colour

We know how difficult it can be to lock in selections for a kitchen... it's that constant battle between wanting to create a space...

10 types of green bathroom tiles: Be inspired to use green tiles in your next bathroom project

Increasingly, people are getting bolder with their tile choices, and we're all here for it! With great risk often comes great reward and to...

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

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

Studying interior design at iscd: Gina shares her experience

Supported by iscd Are you thinking of studying interior design? Perhaps you want to make a career change or simply take your passion for interiors...

Real terrazzo vs terrazzo-look tiles, what you need to know

Without a doubt one of the hottest materials in design at the moment is terrazzo. We’re seeing terrazzo used everywhere from kitchen benchtops, to...

What you should consider before choosing a cooktop

When you’re building a new home or simply renovating your kitchen, you’ll need to make some big decisions. For example, choosing between stone or...

10 kitchen renovation mistakes to avoid

Ever looked at your kitchen and thought to yourself "I wish I had more bench space!" or “How can I fit a dishwasher in...

Do architectural drawings include plumbing?

When building a new home or adding an extension, architectural drawings guide the construction. They are the master plan that inform the work of...

Design inspo: 10 stunning home libraries to inspire you to create one too

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

What we’ve been pinning on Pinterest

Many people say Pinterest is all about planning weddings you'll never have and remodelling homes you'll never own but we disagree. For us, Pinterest...

Introducing Gordon, the newest heated towel rail design you need in your bathroom renovation

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...

How to go from mood board to making selections for your reno or new build

Mood boards are a great tool to use to hone in on your individual style. But how do you go from mood board to...

Building on a sloping block and how to make the most of the opportunity

Supported by Denman Prospect In case you missed the memo, split-level homes are back in vogue in a big way — and there are plenty...

Top 9 kitchen splashback trends 2022

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...

Darren Palmer’s tips for finding your kitchen style

If you've ever had to design or select finishes for a kitchen, you'd know it's no easy task! What seems to make the process even...