This is an edited extract from The Poetry of Spaces by Sarah Andrews, published by Hardie Grant Books and out now. Factoria VII, Adelaide Hills I’ve adored this space for many years, coming across it after following its owners’ store, Poet’s Ode in the Adelaide Hills, which stocked the most delightful things. Handcrafted ceramics, a […]
Building a dream home can be an exciting but daunting endeavour, especially if you’re new to the world of real estate and construction. But that’s where Newcastle-based Kerri-Ann Hooper can step in to hold your hand through the entire process. “I like to call myself the new-build wing-woman,” says Kerri-Ann who, through her business Carnelian […]
Not to be confused with all things scalloped, waves are another design element that has been trending for some time now, and I don’t see an end in sight. From headboards, to nightstands, to marble sinks and beyond, there isn’t much that’s safe from the wave treatment. And I, for one, am not mad about […]
Let’s take a look at last night’s fun Block kid’s room reveals (all 10 of them!). From Steph and Gian’s 30 out of 30 showstoppers (which were probably more for the parents’ aesthetics) to Leah and Ash’s, which was all about the kids and the fun, there was plenty of inspiration in everyone’s rooms. And […]
We have profiled the gorgeous Kangaroo Valley home of interior designer Cecilia Mazadiego before and today we bring you a stylish new free-standing extension that sits at the rear of the home – the ‘Nido’ cabin. Originally a run-down shed at the back of the property, Cecilia took inspiration from the existing shape but entirely […]
In the wake of the recent Block en suite reveals, we asked former Blockheads (and now interior designers) Alisa and Lysandra Fraser to share five tips to make sure your ensuite is an extra special addition to your master bedroom. Eliza and Liberty’s en suite Create a seamless transition Design your ensuite with a cohesive and […]
This quirky house in Sydney’s Inner West piqued our interest recently due to its commercial roots, abundance of natural light and and green credentials, all just 6km from the CBD. We spoke to owners Jane and Brian who’ve lived here for almost 20 years. In late 2004, Jane happened to be passing the open house […]
Autumn has a unique way of capturing my heart each year (if that isn’t obvious already, hah). And I figure, what better way to casually commemorate the season than by adorning our digital devices. Such an easy seasonal upgrade! And with hand-painted autumn desktop wallpaper, no less. Painted by the wildly talented Sarah Konyer using […]
We’ve featured the work of Joanne Yeomans of Issy & H Creative before and today’s Sydney home renovation is another beauty. Located in North Ryde, Joanne transformed a dated and dark early 2000s home for a family of five who were upsizing from a compact property into a larger abode. “They were looking for fresh […]
For landscape architect Luke Baldwin, this suburban courtyard project in Sydney’s inner city Balmain was an opportunity to merge timeless Victorian aesthetics with modern functionality – all whilst drawing inspiration from nature and its leafy surroundings. The primary objective of the project was to extend the living space of a renovated Victorian terrace. The clients, a young […]