10 common landscaping mistakes and how to avoid them
With the warmer months nearly upon us, entertaining outdoors is a common ritual for Aussies.
The warm seasons tend to encourage us to change...
How to create the perfect paved alfresco area for entertaining
Are you dreaming of a beautiful outdoor space where you can entertain guests and enjoy the fresh air? Creating a paved alfresco area is...
Designing the ultimate alfresco kitchen, all the design tips and tricks
Supported by Hafele Home
An alfresco kitchen is always a good idea — especially in Australia where our climate allows us to make use of...
Creating the perfect outdoor space for the summer holidays
We may be in the peak of winter in Australia but that doesn't stop us from daydreaming of warm summer days and enjoying the...
Driveway inspiration gallery: Contemporary driveway ideas
If you've tried searching for 'driveway inspiration' on Google or Pinterest, chances are you would have been inundated with dated or traditional concepts of...
How to choose the right mulch for your garden
With the weather quickly cooling down, the last thing on your mind might be stepping out to do some gardening but there are a...
Ideas for a stylish garden upgrade: Design features to elevate your...
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...
Outdoor Kmart hacks: Easy hacks to spruce up your outdoors
We love spending time outdoors and with the warmer weather in full swing, it's the perfect place to be! But decorating your outdoor space...
How to create an outdoor cinema
Enjoy movies on the big screen in the privacy of your garden all summer long! Check out the video below to find out how...
In the garden: Spring gardening guide
Over the years, we've come to appreciate that one of the greatest things that makes a house feel like a home is what's happening...
Gina’s alfresco makeover: Taking my front balcony from drab to fab!
This year I'm on a mission to inject new life into our home and one area that I knew would benefit from a glow...
Easy budget alfresco makeover DIY to transform an outdoor space
Instagram is full of the latest hacks and DIYs and this easy budget alfresco makeover by Jaimie from @reside_at_seventeen immediately caught our eye. Inspired...
5 easy ways to achieve a Hamptons outdoor space
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There’s no denying the Hamptons design style is more popular than ever. And why wouldn’t it be? Light and bright, sophisticated...
Modern vertical garden: DIY climbing star jasmine green wall
For years I've been looking for a way to soften the red brick outlook from my kitchen. When we first built our home, I...
What to grow in summer in Australia: Summer planting guide
When it comes to food, we all know that fresh is best. And there's no better feeling than eating fresh produce that you've grown,...
In the garden: Summer gardening guide
It’s not exactly our typical summer (when will it ever stop raining?!) but there's still plenty we can and should be doing in the...
DIY outdoor cinema screen: How to make a movie screen
You may have seen I recently shared how to create an outdoor cinema in your own backyard where I mentioned I created that huge...
The Block 2021: Week 12 — Front garden and façade week
It's front garden and façade week — our final reveal for The Block 2021! We're always sad when the rooms are done and dusted...
The Block 2021: Week 10 — Backyard and pool week
Right up there with kitchen week, the backyard and pool reveals are one of our fave weeks on The Block. This year didn't disappoint...
Backyard inspiration: Creating two modern backyards from the rubble
The fairytale story of the ugly duckling is familiar and well known, but what about turning into two swans? That's exactly the magic Interior...
Guide to keeping a Pilea Peperomiodes alive
Without a doubt, the latest 'it' plant to take over interiors is the Pilea Peperomiodes! Yet this plant can be so fickle! Gina's lasted...
Before and after makeover: Quick, simple and stylish outdoor entertaining space...
When we first spied this outdoor area makeover, we were so impressed. And when we read it was completed in just one weekend and...
Styling hacks for decorating a rental outdoor space or balcony
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...
7 ways to organise your garden shed #shedspo
Is it time to dust away the cobwebs and get your garden shed under control? I recently tackled this job and it's made such...