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Pendant lights: Does your dining room need one?

In this instalment of our Ask The Stylist series with Alex Carter of Harlow + Willow, a reader writes in with a pendant light dilemma. Should she install one over her dining table, or not? Reader question: Do I need a pendant light over our dining table? We had one, which was removed after it was damaged. […]

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We’re loving: Ceramic pendant lights by Sarah Tracton

Given each of her pieces takes four to six painstaking weeks to complete, Melbourne-based ceramic designer and illustrator Sarah Tracton must know a thing or two about perseverance. “I create porcelain works in small batches, which is the equivalent of clay slow cooking. My studio is rather like a science lab, in which no part […]

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Pendant lights: When should you hang them?

Pendant lights have been a big trend for a while now and their popularity shows no sign of waning any time soon. But as with any trend, you need to be careful not to get swept up in it – while they do have a fairly wide application they’re certainly not the best choice for […]

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Robert Gordon’s fab new interiors range includes basins & lights

Established in Victoria in 1945, Robert Gordon is something of a stalwart of the Australian homewares scene. In the 1980s, the business was taken from a small family run operation to new heights under the stewardship of Robert and Barbara Gordon. The business remains in the family with three of their four children running the […]

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Install new lights without an electrician thanks to new product

Professionals take about half an hour to install light fittings; now anyone can in five seconds thanks to a new Aussie product! Melbourne’s Adam Cusick spent lockdown quietly revolutionising the lighting industry. He created Snap Lighting, a groundbreaking innovation that lets anyone change entire light fittings in just five seconds, safely, without tools. This is […]

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Skylights have transformed our living room: here’s all the details

Never underestimate the importance of natural light. You should never buy a house with poor natural light because once you’re in, you can’t do anything about it. Only you can. You can cut a big hole in your ceiling and whack in a skylight or two! That’s what we’ve done recently and the transformation has […]

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Little Bishop: the simple and easy new way to hang lights

The problem: Nothing but brass hooks to position and suspend cable hung pendant lights. The solution: A hand crafted, hand cast, truly minimal form, designed for the job! For years, Melbourne interior designer Dominique Hunter was frustrated with the makeshift method in which cable hung pendant lights were positioned and secured. The common solution at […]

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LED lights that have warm light, long life and a vintage look

Fed up with having to use uninspiring light bulbs and working under clinical white light, design duo Dan McKinley and Chris Cormack of Vintage LED decided to see if they could design something better. And boy, have they! Their cool new LED designs having a gorgeous warm glow as well as being extremely environmentally and wallet […]

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ilanel and Arthur G team up with bespoke lights for Saturday in Design

ilanel is putting the finishing touches to a bespoke series of its kahdu pendant lights, to be hung exclusively in the Arthur G showroom as part of Saturday in Design Melbourne this weekend. “We’re so excited to be working with Arthur G, who really understand the importance of original design and support local designers,” said […]

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A closer look at The Block 2022 kitchen trends

During every season of The Block, Kitchen Week is always one of the most exciting parts of the show. A lot rides on creating a great kitchen space. Along with the living room, the kitchen is really the centre of the home – a hub where we spend time entertaining, with family and cooking. To […]

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Affordable and chic: Jen’s top furniture picks from James Lane

Sponsored by James Lane I’ll admit I wasn’t that familiar with James Lane until last year, but I’m here to tell you this is one brand you should have on your radar for great value, on trend, quality and (increasingly rare these days) in stock pieces! Read to the end for your chance to win […]

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The Block’s Scott Cam’s country kitchen: shop the look

Last night, the kitchen by Block host Scott Cam and his team was unveiled and it was really quite lovely! Did you like what you saw? We’ve rounded up our favourite items to buy if you’re inspired to shop the look! Drawing inspiration from country location, Scotty produced a standout kitchen which celebrates a modern farmhouse […]

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Property developer creates sustainable, ethically furnished homes

In an industry dominated by men, the female property developer is a bit of a rarity which is why we were interested to hear about Charlie Pachula of Charlie’s Interiors. With a background in construction, Sydney based Charlie not only renovates and builds homes, but she fully furnishes them with ethically sourced, sustainable products before […]

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How to elevate your living room by stylist Natalie Walton

This is an edited extract from the new book Style: The Art of Creating a Beautiful Home by Natalie Walton. Living rooms are important spaces where our public and private lives intersect. They are where we gather to welcome guests and entertain. But they are also where we decompress and relax at the end of […]

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A new interior shopping experience with curated designer brands

Imagine shopping with a trusted friend who has seen it all when it comes to home furniture, furnishings and accessories, who invites you into a sanctuary to peruse their global edits whilst offering styling advice. When partners in life and work, John and Louise Bastiras, launched In Good Company, a spacious Armadale showroom surrounded by […]

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How to create a Hamptons style home: Five key elements

There’s no denying that the Hamptons aesthetic is an enduring one. Characterised by low-key elegance, the style is perfect for the Aussie climate and our focus on indoor-outdoor living. A perennial favourite, the Hamptons style trend has been noted by Houzz.com.au with Hamptons content on the site always ranking highly. Testament to the popularity of […]

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Open-plan bedroom and ensuite star in new Greg Natale apartment

Located in Sydney’s Walsh Bay, this two-storey, three-bedroom apartment is the work of the celebrated interior designer, and Interiors Addict favourite, Greg Natale. From the sumptuous architectural curves to the voluptuous furniture and beautiful muted palette, this project is a softer take on Greg’s signature, patterned aesthetic. “The brief requested ‘plenty of curves’ as well […]

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Waukivory Estate room reveal: the kitchen!

You know we love a good before and after, and our weekly room reveals of Naomi Findlay’s Waukivory Estate holiday cottage project are giving us a regular dose of interiors inspo! What’s more, it’s all being achieved on a budget, so read on if you want tips for creating a kitchen that looks more expensive […]