If you’ve tuned into the latest season of The Block you’ll be familiar with the drama surrounding Kyle and Leslie’s living room. Slammed for being too small (it was!) it was otherwise complimented for being beautifully styled and a highlight of the space was an artwork called ‘Jessie’s Girl’ by Melbourne artist Adoni Astrinakis of Adoni […]
From time to time, we stray from our Australian-homes-only rule when we uncover something we really love! This project, by 2LG Studio (and also the interior design duo’s own home) is featured in Ornament Is Not a Crime, a new coffee table interiors book by Sydney-based design writer Rebecca L Gross. The following is an […]
When Emily Berlach and husband Dave bought their Central Coast home in 2016, it was a shell with very good bones! Previously built and owned by an artist, it has a European feel with its thick rendered walls, and Emily, who celebrates 10 years of her fashion brand Bohemian Traders next year, worked with her […]
It’s everyone’s favourite week on every Block season, surely?! And last night’s reveals were full of inspiration for anyone planning the renovation of the heart of their home. There’s just no overstating the importance of a kitchen! The Blockheads pulled out all stops with their kitchen and laundry spaces. From innovative technology to simple good planning, […]
Located in Melbourne’s Elsternwick, this stylish four-bedroom home was renovated recently with Keen Architecture and Studio Esar at the helm. Brimming with fun, functionality and colour, the home is shared by ex MasterChef contestant Peter Kritikides, his wife Erica and their two children. Occupied by the family since 2015, the renovation brief called for a […]
When Emma Fuller built her family home five years ago, she went with the ‘basic’ package with a view to elevating the spaces in a more budget-friendly manner down the line. Knowing that she couldn’t afford her entire wish list upfront, she made allowances within the plans so that she could add all the special […]
Sunday’s master-bedroom and walk-in wardrobe reveals on The Block leave us spacious and luxurious interiors (if not big enough bedsides!). As the most important bedroom in the house, contestants focused on style, storage and functionality, to produce stunning supporting wardrobes that were lavish in both aesthetics and use. Brimming with inspiration, we step inside each […]
In a world where sustainability and ethical sourcing is increasingly important, interior designer and The Block judge Darren Palmer is hitting the zeitgeist with the launch of his first rug collection. Comprised of six unique designs, the line-up of environmentally conscious rugs is ethically produced and affordably priced, reflecting his desire to make high quality […]
The Blockheads went all out to create the perfect master bedroom retreat this week, with spacious rooms featuring luxurious walk-in wardrobes, separate relaxation areas, reading nooks, make-up stations and more. It was a tough week for the judges but now at the halfway point of the build, one team took things to the next level […]
Spanish furniture brand Kave Home’s fabulous new outdoor collection has just launched with over 20 outdoor lines available online and at the brand’s Sydney flagship store. Designed in Spain, there is a distinct Euro vibe about the range that spans outdoor tables, chairs, ottomans, sofas, armchairs, pouffes, loungers, lamps, stools, rugs, cushions and accessories. The […]