Statement brick ‘lacework features in Melbourne new build

Statement brick ‘lacework’ features in Melbourne new build

Located in Melbourne’s Mount Waverley, this expansive 600 square metre home was designed by architect Michael Ong, of MODO. Tasked with creating a ‘visually dynamic’ house to accommodate its owners (a retired couple and their two young-adult children) as well as family and friends who often visit from overseas, the abode boasts a variety of […]

Cafe Curtains Yay or Nay

Cafe Curtains: Yay or Nay?

I don’t want to toot my own horn or anything, but cafe curtains were on my list of “interior design trends for 2022” that I assembled back in January of this year (you can read that post here, if you’d like). So I’m not at all surprised to be seeing cafe curtains pop up just […]

Every detail of The Block 2022 laundries and mudrooms

Every detail of The Block 2022 laundries and mudrooms

Aside from Kitchen Week, laundry, mudroom and hallway (aka hell) week is one of the biggest on The Block. With a jaw-dropping 25 spaces to present to the judges, the contestants overcame a series of obstacles to deliver stunning spaces that are sure to appeal to buyers come auction day. Brimming with mudroom and laundry […]

DIY interior design kits delivered to your doorstep

DIY interior design kits delivered to your doorstep

We have talked extensively about the impact of COVID on our homes. With more people working from home, suddenly they wanted to improve their surrounds and thus the renovation industry has exploded because of the pandemic. According to the ABS, Australians spent about $12.3 billion renovating their homes in 2021 – a figure that was […]