The Block 2021: Week 6 — Bedroom and re-do room
We're at the halfway point of The Block 2021 — have you chosen who you think will win yet? And is it different to...
Introducing Squeak homewares
When Pippa Oostergetel launched her own textile brand, Squeak, it was for her love of art and desire to use latest technology to offer...
The abstract colour-block artworks from Jackie Anderson
Jackie Anderson is a self-confessed colour addict. She brings this passion to life through paint, with her bold, bright and colour-block designs, creating canvases...
Block Triple Threat: Week 6 ensuite room reveals
What a full-on week all the contestants had trying to finish their ensuites!
Broken vanity, cracked bath (our dream bath by the way) and short...
Reno Rumble week 4 bedrooms
Supported by The Block Shop
What the heck?! Just when we thought we had our heads around Reno Rumble they throw not one but two...
Cotton candy colours and whimsical strokes from artist Britty Flynn
You know when you see a piece of art and it instantly makes you feel happy? That's the emotional reaction we got when we...
Local Surface Designer Claudia Owen
Canberra-based designer, Claudia Owen, has been working away hard behind the scenes to create her stunning new range of prints.
You see, Claudia is unlike...
Art as healing: Contemporary Aboriginal art from Domica Hill
Today's artist comes with an unbelievable back story. Domica Hill paints contemporary Aboriginal art that blends traditional style with modern aesthetic.
She turned to...
Auld Design creating handcrafted bespoke furniture
We’re noticing a real shift in people’s approach to thinking about and buying furniture — moving away from mass-produced, disposable furniture towards reclaimed or...
Artist spotlight: Lucy Catherine Art
Mandurah-based artist, Lucy Catherine, began painting flowers and portraits of dogs but it wasn't until she started capturing her true love — the ocean...
Meet concrete queen Gina Chapman of SLABS by Design
In many ways, Gina Chapman has her Bondi home to thank for her business success. You see, it was this house that inspired the...
How to design a lighting plan for your home: 3 types...
We're the first to admit that up until a few years ago, we were completely clueless when it came to lighting. Yet the more...
Hot off the press: The Home Beautiful debut homewares range is...
Supported by MyHouse and HOUSE – Bed & Bath
Hold onto your hats, Friends! The Home Beautiful debut homewares range has just landed and it’s everything...
Alisa and Lysandra launch al.ive body: Their journey from police force...
It's been seven years since we last spoke with Alisa and Lysandra, at the time they had just won The Block Skyhigh and were...
The Block Glasshouse: Week 5 room reveal
Can you believe we're half way through The Block Glasshouse already?!
Judging from the burnt out looks on the contestants faces on Sunday night, we...
7 creative women to inspire you this International Women’s Day
In March, we celebrate International Women's Day — a day that's all about creating a better, more inclusive, gender equal world. And to celebrate,...
The Block 2015 week 6 living room reveals
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Living room reveals on The Block last night were scathing! Dean and Shay were unable to reveal a finished room,...
Reno Rumble week 2 full house reveals
Wow! Did anyone else have to pick their jaw up off the ground during last night's Reno Rumble week 2 full house reveals?! In...
Top 10 tile trends for 2016
Are you building or renovating and feeling a little lost when it comes to selecting tiles? It can be a daunting task. Especially given...
The Block 2015 week 9 outdoor terrace reveals
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Outdoor terrace week is always our favourite room reveal on The Block. Despite the couples not having enough space to...
Kristine Lubinski abstract artist finds inspiration in the unseen details around...
Over the past few months we've been sharing some incredibly talented Australian emerging artists thanks to bluethumb, Australia's largest online gallery.
We're really excited about...
17 Canberra women to watch in 2017 by Her Canberra
A little while ago, HerCanberra named me as one of the 17 Canberra Women to Watch in 2017…
This list includes women who are creating real change —...
The Block 2021: Week 5 — Master bathroom reveal
It's back into the bathroom this week with the teams finishing their master bathrooms. We're hoping to see some beautiful bathrooms to complement the...
Food and art lovers rejoice with the appetizing abstract art from The...
We're a huge fan of still life artwork... and when the subject is as delicious as Marissa Lico's memories of Italian food and culture,...