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Bathrooms

Australian bathroom trends: July 2019 edition

From industrial styled tap ware to a gorgeous new two-toned round concrete basin and chic resin bathroom accessories, this month has been a big one for new bathroom wares. IB Rubinette’s BOLD collection: This statement bathroom tap ware collection has a solid industrial vibe and features easy-grip wheel taps and an angled spout. The range is available […]

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Bathroom trends to avoid 2019 plus those to embrace

Bathroom trends are changing every season and whilst it’s easy to add a new bath mat or toothbrush holder into the mix, a more permanent fixture like a basin is more difficult to replace. So what bathroom fitting trends are going to look stylish for years to come and which will make you wish you […]

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Australian bathroom trends: June 2019 edition

From bold floral basins inspired by the 17th century Dutch Masters to a vibrant collection of Le Corbusier ceramic tiles and an Audrey Hepburn emblazoned bath, this month is all about making a statement in the bathroom. Kohler Dutchmaster Collection: We’ve seen this look in wallpaper, bed linen and cushions but statement floral basins are an […]

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2019 VIVID Design Awards finalists & ticket giveaway!

Australia’s longest running and highly regarded design competition VIVID (Vibrant Visions in Design) is back again this year with a fresh crop of talented finalists. The program, currently in its 16th year, has helped kickstart many successful design careers and is an important part of the local and international design industry. This year’s 53 successful finalists […]

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2019 Australian Interior Design Awards winners

The shortlisted projects were a stellar bunch so we’ve no doubt the judges had a hard time choosing the winners for the 2019 Australian Interior Design Awards recently. And this certainly seems to be the case for the ‘Residential Design’ award which was handed down to joint winners – ‘Oak House’ by Kennedy Nolan and […]

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Homewares Styling

Home styling trends 2019: The leopard print edition!

I view leopard print as a neutral which goes to explain its surprising versatility and enduring appeal. A fashion stalwart for what feels like forever, the look has slowly been trickling into interiors but lately it feels as if it’s everywhere on the home front. From an embossed velvet bedhead to statement wallpaper and bedding, […]

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Kitchens

Australian kitchen trends: Winter 2019 edition

From chic vintage inspired ovens to the arrival of Australia’s first domestic blast chiller, Aussie kitchen design is looking more interesting and stylish than ever this winter. Bertazzoni cooking appliances: The company was founded in Italy in 1882 and the Bertazzoni range features stylish, high-quality appliances unlike anything we’ve seen before. While there’s a ‘Professional’ […]

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Home styling trends 2019: Our fave olive green finds!

A natural complement to the ochre, terracotta and rust shades currently trending, olive green certainly appears to be one of the key colours of the moment. I first noticed the emergence of the shade when it was embraced by leading Australian architects and interior designers in the form of paint – from staircases to bedroom […]

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Australian bathroom trends: May 2019 edition

From Reece’s new custom vanity range to pastel hued subway tiles and Eastern influenced baths and basins, this month’s bathroom trend round-up features a diverse mix of the latest bathroom looks. Reece Bathrooms Posh Domaine range: Bespoke design without the hefty price tag, this new range offers 27 vanity finishes and 13 bench top options that allow […]

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Designers

David Flack: Belle Coco Republic interior designer 2019

A transformed timber cottage centred around a fig tree, a restaurant turned light-filled gym in the backstreets of Double Bay and a rural-Japanese-inspired ebony café, nestled in Sydney’s Chinatown, are among the illustrious winners of Australia’s most prestigious design accolades, the 2019 Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards. Hosted by Belle magazine and Coco Republic, […]

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2019 Belle Coco Republic Interior Design finalists

When it comes to interiors inspo it doesn’t get much better than the Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards. Drawn from over 300 submissions, this year’s finalists are a pretty glittering bunch and they represent some of Australia’s finest creative talents. Acclaimed interior design stars Arent & Pyke and David Flack received several nominations while lesser […]

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Interiors Addict

Dulux Colour Awards 2019: Winners announced

Currently in its 33rd year, the 2019 Dulux Colour Awards were announced last week and this year’s crop show some of the most courageous and sophisticated use of colour yet. “Architects and designers have really set a precedent with their masterful employment of colour to create unexpected, lively, playful and refined interior and exterior spaces,” […]

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Paint trends 2019: Colour & concrete star this winter

While a paint refresh is often reserved for the warmer months, there’s no reason why you can’t head down that route in winter. Given we spend more time indoors in winter (often looking for a rainy-day project!) a new paint scheme might be just the thing to revitalise your home. From bold emerald green and […]

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Architecture Design Designers

2019 Houses Awards shortlist: Curves & stone trending

Currently in its ninth year, the 2019 Houses Awards finalists were revealed recently and with a total of 502 entries to sort through, there’s plenty of amazing architectural and interior design inspiration to be found in the list. From homes created to highlight their foundations (huge chunks of natural rock inside seem to be trending!) […]

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Bathrooms Design

Australian bathroom trends: April 2019 edition

It’s been a while between bathroom trend round-ups but what stands out most about the latest offerings is the abundance of colour. From vivid green shades to fun pinks and metallics, gone are the days of the all-white bathroom. Yay! Highgrove Bathrooms ‘Oliver’ cast iron clawfoot bath: There’s nothing quite like a clawfoot bath and […]

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Furniture Homewares

west elm winter 2019: Our top buys start from just $49!

With winter on the doorstep, our friends at west elm have cooked up an enviable batch of furniture and homewares goodies perfect for cocooning with at home when temperatures head south. Pascale sofa: Combining an on-trend hue (dark horseradish – a mustardy tone), this sofa has a softly rounded frame, removable arms and a back […]

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Jen’s top 5 insta accounts: April 2019

We love finding new accounts to follow on Instagram, for inspiration and even just enjoyment and fun! Each month, Jen shares her favourite from right here in Australia and across the globe. @suiteonestudio USA Lindsay Emery is a ceramicist in North Carolina with the mission to make mealtimes beautiful! Her feed is full of stunning […]

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Styling

Join Jen at the 2019 National Home Staging Symposium!

There’s no doubt that property staging has come a long way in terms of credibility and popularity. The concept wasn’t even that widely accepted a decade ago and now, I don’t think many people could imagine selling a home without it! And whether you’re a property stylist, run your own home staging business or just […]