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...
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...
How to turn your balcony into an oasis: Get our top...
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Looking for ways you can turn your balcony into an oasis? We’ve got you covered in this article where we share...
The Block Triple Threat: Week 10 outdoor terrace reveals
Final week of The Block is always a bit sad for us. The end is so close and we have to say goodbye to...
In the garden: Autumn gardening guide
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Autumn is a beautiful time of year. The days become mild and mellow as the crazy heat starts to subside. There's...
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...
Installing a new Trex deck at Bonnie’s house
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The other day we showed you Bonnie’s barren backyard and talked about our plans out here and today we’re so excited to...
Outdoor kitchens: Round up of the best!
Spring is here and with it comes the opportunity to start enjoying outdoor living again. And one area that's a hot spot for entertaining...
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...
The Block Glasshouse: Apartment 6 week 2 room reveals
There's nothing like The Block Glasshouse: Apartment 6 week 2 room reveals!
We got to see the second week of rooms from the Apartment 6,...
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...
What to grow in autumn in Australia: Autumn planting guide
The transition from summer to autumn is well and truly here. The weather is slowly getting cooler and we're seeing subtle changes in the...
How to pack the perfect picnic: Create a luxe picnic
Picnics are a fabulous way to connect with family and friends amongst nature. They've been enjoyed for centuries and with spring around the corner,...
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...
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...
Creative commercial landscaping concepts
While we generally share residential design and styling tips on the blog, we know a number of our readers also have commercial properties. With...
What to grow in spring in Australia: Spring planting guide
With spring in full bloom, it's when our gardens really comes alive. And there are so many delicious fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs to...
In the garden: Winter gardening guide
You may not think there's much to do in the garden during the cold winter months, but that's far from true! Our winter gardening...
Gina’s home: I finally have a driveway!
Those of you who followed our home build journey would know I completely blew our budget... Although, to be fair, we never had a...
5 steps to create a stylish and functional outdoor space
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Whether you have a large backyard, a courtyard or small balcony, we have the tips to bring style and function to your...
Stylish fencing you can do yourself – it is possible with...
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Fencing is a job that traditionally requires professionals to install — costing an arm and a leg!
But there’s a fencing solution on...
DIY and home decorating ideas for the long weekend
Long weekends are the perfect time to tick off renovation projects or spruce up a dull pocket of your home. As well as bigger...
Progress report: Gina’s outdoor dining space
A little while ago I asked for your help to plan my outdoor dining space. Things are starting to take shape so I thought...