Nothing basic about Marble Basics home decor
We thought we were obsessed with marble but sisters Bonnie and Bliss Adams have taken their adoration of marble to the next level. They...
Samantha Hobbelen woodland nursery tour
We recently introduced you to Samantha Hobbelen of Hobbe rocking chairs. And today we've got a special treat for you — a peek into...
The Block 2021: Week 3 — Master bedroom reveal
We love master bedroom week on The Block! It really showcases the teams' styles and sets the tone for the rest of the home....
Greg Natale for Designer Rugs
In yesterday's post, we forecast that one of the next big design trends is a bold rug.
Well today Greg Natale is showing us how...
Marcia Priestley: Taking the international art scene by storm with abstract...
When we discovered artist Marcia Priestley, we were instantly captivated by her delicate brushstrokes and soft colour palettes. And yet, when we sat down...
Storytelling through art: Karen Lee Mungarrja
Today we chat to Indigenous artist, Karen Lee Mungarrja. Known for storytelling through art, she paints about her culture and the representation of life....
How to select paint colours to make a room feel larger
Selecting the right paint colour is tricky enough at the best of times, but when you're dealing with a small space, it's more critical...
An interview with the digital illustrator artist Emma Make Studio
One of our all time fave places to discover new talents, is on Etsy. There's an endless supply of incredible artists to uncover and...
The Block 2015 apartment 1 part 1
Supported by The Block Shop
Just when you thought The Block is over for another year, the couples were surprised with a final challenge —...
Art to celebrate the human form: Abstract artist Kate Florence
Colour and joy. That's what today's feature artist, Kate Florence, captures with her wonderful abstract art as she focuses on celebrating the human form.
We...
Reno Rumble week 2 bedrooms
The Reno Rumble week 2 bedrooms, TV's newest renovation show, is blowing us away! Like last week, the Blue team and Red team will...
Bathroom highlights from The Block 2018
The Block is back in full swing and we couldn't help but take a sticky beak at what the teams got up to during...
Do you have a style crush?
We're so excited by the competition Haymes is running — the chance to win a $1000 Haymes paint voucher, $1000 fenton&fenton voucher AND a...
Stuck finding the perfect furniture for your home? Design your own...
You've got to love creatives who can think outside the box to solve problems and that's exactly what bespoke Sydney furniture design agency Timbermill...
Inside Lisa’s light and airy Sydney home
Lisa moved to Australia from The Netherlands after meeting her hubby while on a working holiday visa. Fast forward several years and they've just...
Five reasons you don’t want to miss the Decor + Design...
Supported by Decor + Design
In case you hadn’t guessed already, trade shows are kind of my jam. This year I’m excited to be heading...
The Block 2021: Week 1 — Guest bedroom reveal
OMG!! Has it seriously been an entire year since the last series of The Block?! You know how much we love a good home...
Will you embrace Pantone’s colour of the year 2017: Greenery
Earlier this month, the Pantone Color Institute unveiled the 2017 Colour of the Year — Greenery.
“Greenery is a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade that...
Casa Adams Fine Wares: Ceramics inspired by nature
Casa Adams Fine Wares creates handmade ceramics adorned with glorious illustrations inspired by nature. Think lobsters, sea horses, bugs, fish and a whole array...
Australian artists and makers to shine at Decor + Design
Decor + Design is Australia's No.1 interiors trade event. Together with the Australian International Furniture Fair (AIFF), the shows feature 500+ brands under one...
Hobbe rocking chairs, Australia’s answer to stylish and affordable rocking chairs
Earlier this year at Life Instyle we discovered one exhibitor who we especially adore — Samantha Hobbelen of Hobbe rocking chairs.
Not only are her...
Haruyo’s minimalist art is inspired by inner reflection
Haruyo Morita creates minimalist art. She is the latest artist to feature in our series with bluethumb, Australia's largest online art gallery, where we're...
Meet minimal form furniture designer Tom Skeehan
Sometimes we stumble upon a designer whose work stops us in our tracks, like Tom Skeehan.
Contemporary designs that are edgy, urban and clean, he's...
Hand drawn florals and pastel colour pops from artist Adele Naidoo
Today's artist, Adele Naidoo, has always had a deep appreciation for colour and beauty. A self-taught artist, her signature style combines a soft pastel...