Located just an hour from Melbourne, in the pretty Macedon Ranges, LMG Collection’s Cleveland Estate (formerly Cleveland Winery) officially reopened earlier this year after a multimillion-dollar renovation that will draw design lovers from across the country. Set against a backdrop of native forests and pretty countryside (the famed hanging rock isn’t far), the hotel boasts […]
In suburban Melbourne in 1934, Robert Sykes started Laminex in a small tin shed. Over the years, this business grew to be one of Australia’s leading manufacturers. While the iconic Australian brand has grown a lot over nine decades, their ethos has always remained the same – the belief that every Australian deserves great quality […]
We love a bit of industry research around here and the latest findings from James Hardie are very interesting indeed. A first for the brand, the Modern Homes Forecast 2024 is part of an initiative to better understand the lifestyles of Australians and thus what consumers are interested in using in their homes. Essentially, it […]
Di Gaffney from Plantation Homes, discusses the four interior design trends that are set to make a statement in 2024. Making coloured walls a feature Gone are the days of simple accent walls; 2024 is all about making a bold and architectural statement. Di says: “Featured coloured walls aren’t what they used to be. It’s […]
With dark brown covering the runways over the European winter, we’re starting to see it trickle down into the mainstream in both fashion and interiors. With more than a passing nod to the 70s, the saturated colour has a depth and richness that makes it rather alluring and the perfect antidote to winter’s grey days. […]
I’m sure I’ve said this many times over, but I think this hydrangea wallpaper is my favourite desktop background yet. Hand drawn and painted by the wildly talented Sarah Konyer, I secretly wish it came in larger format so I could plaster clients’ walls far and wide. Until Sarah starts designing physical wallpaper (one day, […]
A grouping of objects, a successful vignette really is greater than the sum of its parts. At its essence, it’s a way of clustering your favourite items together in a way that makes them look stronger than each piece would on its own. And whether you’ve got a series of prized possessions or you’re looking […]
By Juniper Quinn Many of us are drowning in a sea of clutter and chaos at home. Decluttering can transform your living space and also elevate your focus, your confidence and your mood. Here are some simple steps to help you on your journey: Start small, dream big: Begin by tackling tiny tasks, like taming […]
We love a bit of house porn around here and today’s tour certainly scratches that itch. Located in Melbourne’s well-heeled Toorak, this fabulous property was designed by architect Stephen Akehurst and while it looks rather traditional on the surface, it’s the subterranean New York inspired speakeasy entertainment zone that really drew us in. “The lucky […]
By Simone Tsigolis TikTok is growing in popularity at lightning speed and the content people consume and are exposed to is influencing various behaviours – from purchasing decisions to trying new hacks. Home styling and cleaning is one of the top trending topics. Most of us can admit to trying at least one hack shared […]