Whether you live in a heritage home or a new build, home is usually where the heart is and data has revealed where in Australia our oldest homes are situated. 10 years of Budget Direct’s home insurance quote data shows that New South Wales has the greatest share of old homes with 42.30%. Given it […]
As Sydney interior design icon Thomas Hamel opens up a second graduate mentorship program for applications, the two lucky mentees from the past year spoke to us about the experience. Dylan Nicholas (L) and Clifford Blockley (R) with Thomas Hamel US-born Thomas launched the first round of the program in 2021 to celebrate his 30 […]
Life Instyle has just wrapped after four days of seeing thousands of retailers through the doors. There was a constant buzz of excitement and reconnection amongst the attendees and hundreds of the most unique and premium brands showcasing their wares. The event, which was held against the perfect backdrop of the Royal Exhibition Building in […]
Looking to add a fresh touch to your screen? This month’s floral phone wallpaper (there’s options for your desktop too!) is officially up for grabs. Designed by the wildly talented artist and illustrator, Sarah Konyer, this beauty is the perfect way to bring nature’s beauty to your device (I mean, please just look how pretty!) […]
Kip&Co have partnered with iconic Australian artist Ken Done for their second installment in less than 12 months. Following on from the success of Ken’s first collection with Kip&Co in October last year, which saw more than 5,000 customers buy a piece, they’re going again, and it’s as colourful and gorgeous as ever. Fans have […]
Ex Blockheads Deb and Andy Saunders from DNA of Design, have transformed a mismatched and outdated home and transported it into the 21st Century. The clients, Mishelle and Ross, have a blended family of seven, so it was essential that the new home was practical to support their busy family dynamics. Set on the Gold […]
In their latest design collaboration, Laminex partnered with Studio Doherty for a kitchen that takes fun seriously. Known for their approach described as “just the right amount of kooky”, the Melbourne-based studio explores the possibilities of laminate. The result is the Scoop Kitchen—a masterclass of colour, texture and form. Scoop Kitchen veers […]
Caesarstone have added three new Mineral Surfaces to their multi-surface collection. Inspired by nature, each design is also a product of the brand’s technological advances in terms of its use of natural raw materials, that are both ethically sourced and available in abundant quantities (such as Feldspar), as well as its longevity (each surface carries […]
In a Haussmannian building in Paris’s famous Golden Triangle (located between Avenue Montaigne, Avenue des Champs-Elysées and Avenue George V.) is an apartment that dazzles like a jewel box. And not just figuratively. In terms of design, the owners, both jewellery designers, were keen to conjure allusions to stones and have every […]
You know the drill by now. The first room reveals aren’t real room reveals but we of course want to see the new contestants’ first efforts! As I’m not yet into Block mode, I forgot to watch last night, but don’t worry, I still have all the goss and pictures for you! Set in the […]