Daphna Tal is the in-house interiors specialist for Australian Living, a leading sustainable building consultancy which focuses on upping the ante in the residential market. Interiors Addict speaks to her and takes a look around this stylish sustainable home (inside and out) in Sydney’s Rose Bay. “Why aren’t there more interior specialists focused on sustainability? What […]
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Do you ever feel like the perfection of modern interiors and decor can be a little overwhelming? If so, you may find solace in the Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi. Wabi Sabi is an art form that releases a need for perfection and encourages us to embrace flaws and seek beauty in the natural aging […]
Outer’s first ever dining collection has arrived in Australia just in time for summer. To celebrate the launch, they teamed up with Queer Eye’s design expert Bobby Berk to put a refreshing twist on dining al fresco. Aussies can now enjoy the most innovative outdoor dining furniture that doesn’t compromise on comfort, durability or sustainability. […]
Consider the ‘not-yet-trending’ report your very own look into the future and get ahead of the trends before they take off. Instead of releasing a year-end wrap-up sharing what was trending, Pinterest shares an annual selection of the most inspiring and interesting ideas to explore for the year to come. People come to Pinterest to plan and […]
More than just a decorative piece, a well placed rug can warm a room, dampen noise and bring a scheme together. Unfortunately, shopping for a rug can be tedious and intimidating. However, Miss Amara, a design-led Australian-owned rug brand, is modernising the business of rugs with sustainability, exclusive designs and customer experience. Miss Amara elevates […]
When Amigos de Hoy launched around eight years ago, it was the more affordable, bohemian little sister to the much-loved Art Hide brand. With sisters Kura Perkins and Bree Hay-Hendry at the helm, the brand amassed a cult following who were drawn to its unique rug and homewares designs. But as with many small businesses, […]
From tens of thousands of entries from around the world, 100 aspiring designers, architects, and DIYers from 23 countries have been chosen to bring their crazy ideas to life and share in the US$10million OMG! Fund from Airbnb. And four of them are in Australia! The winning ideas stood out for their unique and inspiring […]
From the latest smart toilet to the launch of two new stone-look surface ranges, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found in the spring/summer bathroom scene. Neolith: Neolith, the European architectural surface range, is now available direct to Australian customers. The product emulates the lovely earthy tones and textures of real stone but has resistance […]
After launching just four years ago, the upwards trajectory of homewares start-up Mustard Made continues apace with the brand having officially launched into Europe, its fourth global market. The creation of sisters Becca Stern and Jess Grey, Mustard Made has grown into a multi-million dollar global brand since its inception, and the brand has now […]
Celebrating its 35th year, Caesarstone has chosen the pebble – a symbol of nature’s inimitable role in the art of creation – as inspiration for its very latest collection of quartz surfaces. As a precious creation of nature – crafted over many, many years and shaped by the forces of water, wind and sunlight – […]
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 […]
Award winning new build Project Regal has offered its owners Glenn and Alexis Richti atmosphere, an angular yet softened space and the integration of the natural landscape. Having moved from Melbourne to the Scenic Rim for a change of pace in their lives, the build and subsequent integration of design and affordability have left a […]
With housing affordability a major issue for most Australians, many people are choosing to downsize or think outside the box when it comes to their living arrangements. Located in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire, and designed and built by Futureflip, today’s story is a lovely example of the latter. With sky-high property prices in Sydney, sisters Alexandra […]
We’ve featured the work of Melbourne’s Splinter Society before and today’s home has many of the same details that we’ve come to associate with the architectural practice – black timber, rough-cut stone and a real sense of drama. Set on a corner in East Brunswick, the original worker’s cottage has been coined Host House given […]
With consumers increasingly concerned about their eco-footprint it makes sense that we’re seeing more and more enviro-focussed interiors companies arise. And the latest one to enter the market is the furniture maker E9 Design which has just opened its first showroom in Sydney’s Alexandria. “I wanted to create a furniture company and manufacturing process where […]
The Kitchen & Bathroom Designers Institute (KBDi) celebrated its 14th annual Awards Gala earlier this month Here, we’re sharing the five designers who beat the rest with their beautiful bathrooms. KBDi Bathroom Designer of the Year 2022 – NSW and KBDi Australian Bathroom Designer of the Year 2022 Eliesha Paiano | Paiano Design Illawarra-based designer, […]
When it comes to renovating heritage homes the ‘black box’ addition has become an almost ubiquitous feature of the urban landscape which is why this white beauty caught our eye this week. The work of Austin Maynard Architects, the home is in Melbourne’s Northcote and has been dubbed ‘Picket House’ in homage to the fence […]
Armadillo have released their latest rug collections, Panama and Mesa. Both speak to their expertise with jute, a natural fibre Armadillo have worked with and become known for since their inception in 2009. Jute is a sustainable material imbued with a sense of natural elegance and an endurance perfectly suited to everyday living. Over the […]