Like many women, it was motherhood that proved a turning point for Sydney furniture maker Katie Stafford. After a long career in advertising, where she made TV and radio commercials, it was the birth of her son that gave her pause. “Motherhood certainly puts life into perspective, and I stopped respecting what I was putting […]
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Nothing clears the mind like a deep spring clean after a (very!) wet and cold winter. Spring is the perfect time to find cleaning inspiration to freshen up your home, but rather than repeating your usual cleaning process, this spring brings a chance to treat your house to a professional grade clean. These seven tips […]
We’re so in love with this Hamptons style transformation which owner Michelle was keen to share to show you don’t need a huge home or budget to achieve your dream sanctuary. And gosh, we love the story behind Bloom Cottage almost as much as the renovation itself! BEFORE front exterior Police officer Michelle says: “I’ve […]
Once home to Thomas Mathewson, a pioneering Brisbane photographer, councillor and historian, this beautiful abode has been given a new lease of life by developer Michelle Cao from Mii and Co. “It’s a lovely old Queenslander and was an absolute labour of love for me. To be honest, I didn’t find out it was Thomas […]
Just as skirt lengths and lipstick sales can be indexed to the social and political landscape, so to can interior trends. And, after a chaotic couple of years, it’s not surprising to find that many of us are feeling a desire to live more simply and authentically. We’re stripping away the superfluous (we’re truly thinking […]
Renovated over an eight-year period, this Sydney family home, which backs onto beautiful bushland, was originally built in the 1970s. Purchased by artist Daniela Minns and her husband in 2014, the couple worked on the Lindfield house in three stages – first up they landscaped the garden, then they updated the exterior of the house […]
“Because I never learnt formally, I have no rules. I taught myself and each work leads to the next; I have a loose plan when I start a new canvas but I don’t draw it out first. It’s like an adventure!” says Melbourne artist Anna Blatman who did stints as a receptionist, manicurist and waitress […]
When Sandeep Rawal left India for Australia in 1995, he intended to study economics at university, but the universe had different plans. Alongside his studies he set up a company in Sydney called SNB Stone through which he started importing natural stone from India (a country renowned for the beauty of its granites). Eventually Sandeep […]
From vases to tumblers and sculptural objets, there’s something fabulously retro about coloured glass. And while it’s a trend that’s been brewing for a while now the latest array of coloured glass is some of the best we’ve seen. Maison Balzac Dotdot platter: Available in clear and teal iterations, this handblown glass bowl features multi […]
The only major kitchen trade show in Europe (and arguably the most important global kitchen industry event), EuroCucina takes place in Milan every two years (Covid aside!) and is a great place to seek out the latest trends. With a front row seat, Winning Appliances’ group design manager Kate McGlone was at this year’s event […]
It’s just under two weeks before the much-anticipated Décor + Design and Australian International Furniture Fair (AIFF) kicks off at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. Running from 14-to-17 July, the show will showcase more than 250 brands alongside a host of interesting events including the Seminar Series, VIVID Design Awards, Avenue of Design and the Design […]
After two years of being online-only due to the pandemic, the Open House Melbourne (OHM) Weekend makes a much-anticipated return to physical form on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 July. This year’s program invites audiences to encounter and engage with the city’s most iconic, well-designed and much-loved heritage buildings, places and spaces – many of […]
Currently in its 19th year, this year’s Australian Interior Design Awards were handed out last week at a glittering gala dinner in Sydney. Arguably Australia’s most esteemed industry-based awards program, the awards are delivered through a partnership between the Design Institute of Australia and Architecture Media’s Artichoke Magazine. The awards have several categories including workplace, retail […]
From a brand new style of engineered stone to a combined induction and gas cooktop, there are plenty of inspiring new products in the kitchen space this winter. Smartstone Ibrido: When it comes to engineered stone surfaces, there’s a new kid on the block in the shape of the new Smartstone Ibrido collection. With concerns […]
“I see our pieces as not just furniture but sculptural pieces and talking points. Our furniture is not for everybody, but I’m not interested in creating pieces for everyone either,” says Byron Georgouras of Sydney’s Alpha Modern. Originally kicking off as a vintage furniture restoration business, in a full circle move, Byron now designs an […]
Timber floors are beautiful but can be tough to maintain, especially with children or pets. Spilt drinks, dirty feet and claw marks can all be hard on your floor. But you can have a beautiful floor with kids and dogs; you just need to know how to look after it. Timber flooring experts Kustom Timber […]
Following a successful launch in Melbourne in 2019 with $1.8 million worth of sales, the world’s biggest art fair organiser Affordable Art Fair is set to make its debut in Sydney from 2-to-5 June 2022. Showcasing 35 Australian and international galleries, the event will feature thousands of artworks from both emerging and established artists in […]
By Michelle May People say that death, divorce and moving house are three of life’s most stressful events. Well, I can certainly vouch for the third one! Having worked as a buyers agent for more than 14 years, it’s safe to say that searching and securing properties for clients has become second nature. However, my […]