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Before & after: Hunting for George’s latest transformation

AFTER kitchen
AFTER kitchen

The talented duo behind Hunting for George, Lucy Glade-Wright and Jonno Rodd are back with another series of Reno Goals – a renovation series they launched in 2020. This time they’ve taken on the transformation of a 1930s weatherboard beach shack in Victoria’s Lorne and they’ve produced an amazing result.

BEFORE kitchen
AFTER kitchen
AFTER kitchen

Located along the Great Ocean Road, the duo restored the ageing home while adding a new extension – it’s now a five-bedroom, five-bathroom beach house with expansive entertaining areas and today we’re focussing on the character-filled kitchen.

“We wanted to retain the nostalgic warm charm of the existing beach house, whilst applying a modern touch throughout the interiors. We combined both warm and cool tones throughout the house to create a neutral base to work from and then accentuated with pockets of eucalyptus green. The kitchen needed to feel nostalgic whilst at the same time being modern and functional,” explains Lucy.

BEFORE kitchen
BEFORE kitchen
AFTER kitchen
AFTER kitchen

While Lucy and Jonno are no strangers to renovating, this project was different to their last in that it involved a full rebuild and renovation of a large home designed to accommodate a busy and growing family. Creating different spaces to accommodate three generations certainly had its challenges!

“Building during COVID, it was difficult to get products, materials and deliveries on time and not to mention the labour shortage. As we weren’t building in a major city, we had limited access to skilled trades and had to do quite a lot of jobs ourselves,” says Lucy.

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AFTER: Complementary materials make for an interesting result

They also gave the laundry a complementary look when they renovated it.

Laundry before & after

Design tips: creating a kitchen that lasts

Given Hunting for George’s renovation experience, we reached out and asked them for their top tips on how to create a future-proof kitchen.

1. Think about the purpose 
Anything you select for your home needs to be able to fit the needs of you and your family. We are housing three generations (and growing!), so kitchen cabinetry needed to be functional – for now and for the future. To maximise storage, we ensured the base cabinetry wrapped around the entire kitchen island and opted for an integrated Electrolux dishwasher to achieve a seamless finish. 

Integrated dishwasher
The kitchen contains an integrated Electrolux dishwasher

2. Don’t forget about size, space and capacity 
Make sure to choose appliances that will suit you and your space beyond the next five years. Are you only catering for only two people, or do you need to consider the potential for a bigger family down the track? Think about space, size and capacity that is appropriate beyond just now. The original oven in the kitchen was tiny, with no head height or room to function effectively. We decided to open this up into a cavity, extending both the width to fit a 90cm freestanding cooker, and the height of shelves in order to keep the original feature but make it more functional. 

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AFTER: A wider freestanding cooker expanded the home’s cooking capacity

3. Invest in quality appliances that will stand the test of time 
A saying we always think about when it comes to appliances is ‘buy cheap, buy twice’. Appliances are always an investment area for us, while we can save money in other areas of the renovation, like painting ourselves. Make sure to choose appliances early in the design process so when it comes to install, you have exact measurements to support seamless integration into cabinetry for a timeless look. 

Lucy Glade-Wright in the kitchen
Hunting for George’s Lucy Glade-Wright in the gorgeous new space

Photography: Jonno Rodd | Interior design & styling: Lucy Glade-Wright for Hunting for George

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Real home: Hunting for George’s divine Art Deco flat

I’m sure many of you will remember the iconic Aussie drama The Secret Life Of Us and the fabulous Art Deco apartment building location where much of the filming took place. Well Hunting For George’s Lucy Glade-Wright loved it so much that it factored into her first real estate purchase – a beautiful two bedroom Art Deco apartment in the Melbourne suburb of Armadale that she renovated recently.

Lucy's gorgeous Art Deco apartment building
Lucy’s gorgeous Art Deco apartment building was recently restored externally

“My favourite thing about this apartment and also the main reason why I bought it, is its epic rooftop. As you can imagine, being a 20-something obsessed with The Secret Life Of Us, I thought that I had clearly found real estate jackpot! I used to hang out on the rooftop a lot, it is so peaceful up there and you get incredible views of the city. Whilst I thought I’d be having a ton of parties up there it was more often than not just me and a good book in the sun,” says Lucy of the heritage listed 1940 Art Deco building.

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Lounge room leading to the courtyard

And with such great original features, Lucy didn’t need to do much to freshen up the home. “I kept styling to a minimum to allow the unique layout of the apartment to speak for itself but also on a practical level, to fully maximise the smaller spaces. To reflect the exterior Palm Springs aesthetic I decided to carry out a modern coastal theme internally,” says Lucy.

Lucy Glade-Wright
Lucy Glade-Wright

“This apartment had great bones and there was little I needed to do to improve it structurally. I focused more recently on cosmetic changes, namely new window furnishings to accentuate the gorgeous curves of the building and then in order to enhance the light I painted all the internal walls and replaced the light fixtures,” says Lucy who was active in the transformation of the stunning exterior of the building too.

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Bedroom

“We were very keen to restore the building to its former glory, we’ve since painted and updated its colour scheme to be more in line with its original light colour. We also just completed the landscaping with a Palm Springs inspired garden at the entrance to complement the Art Deco nature of the building,” says Lucy.

Kitchen
Kitchen

“It is a very much loved building in Armadale and known by many of the locals, it was so wonderful hearing such positive feedback about the cosmetic restoration of the building from those that lived in the area. People seem to feel an attachment to this building, even those who don’t live here. It’s quite special in that way,” says Lucy.

The apartment is filled with gorgeous Hunting For George wares
The apartment is filled with gorgeous Hunting For George wares

A delve into the history of the building reveals a really interesting story that perhaps explains where the Australian affection for the Art Deco apartment block first began. “The properties that surround my building were once part of the extensive grounds of a mansion that was built in 1880 for C.J. Ham. Following his death in 1909 the estate was progressively subdivided into suburban allotments. As the demand for housing became greater, the development of flats increased, but there was fear that these residential flats were going to ruin the character of the suburb. So to counter the criticism, leading architects were employed to design these apartment blocks so as not to upset the local residents or ruin the charm of the area,” says Lucy.

The view from the rooftop
The view from the building’s rooftop

Regrettably, after 10 years in the home, Lucy is selling. “I have so much love for this apartment block and I really hope that it finds itself a new owner who loves and respects it as much as I do. So if there’s any Art Deco fans out there that would love a piece of architectural history, this is it!”

Photography: Nikole Ramsay | Styling: Lucy Glade-Wright

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How to: Restyle your home with what you already own

While we’d all love to constantly splurge on new interior buys, most of us can only afford the occasional rejig. And while cheap and chic homewares are widely available (meaning seasonal updates are within the reach of most), what if I challenged you to work with what you already own?

When it comes to interior styling, working with what you already have can seem like an unexciting option but there’s something hugely satisfying in heading down the thrifty path. Like rediscovering old clothes, restyling your home with your existing belongings will bring a lot of joy to both you and your bank balance.

Play with height
“I rent my apartment so I know a thing or two about working with what you’ve got, because in a rental there are things that I don’t like but unfortunately can’t change,” says Hunting for George co-founder Lucy Glade-Wright who likes to remind people to use their entire space (floor to ceiling) when styling at home.

“One of my biggest tips when it comes to styling a space is to think about the height of your décor and try to add multiple levels. For example, instead of all your pot plants being on the floor, try raising some on a plant stand or crate. Or when hanging your artwork, why not think about resting one on a bench so they are not all at the same level,” says Lucy who loves hanging things from the ceiling and mantelpiece too. “By varying heights when styling you are creating more depth within your space, which will result in a far more interesting layout,” says Lucy.

Kitchen styled
The laundry and kitchen live side by side in this apartment but clever styling tricks mean that you hardly notice. I love the pop of hanging greenery on high.

Create a focal point
“If you don’t love your floors or perhaps you don’t like the features within your space, then create a focal point to draw your attention away from these areas,” says Lucy. This could be a dining table, statement rug, side board or amazing artwork. The idea is basically to redirect attention away from the bad stuff onto the good. “You don’t need to physically cover something to hide it. If you choose a striking artwork or a gorgeous piece of timber furniture that is where your eyes will be drawn,” says Lucy.

Gallery wall
A fabulous gallery wall will always draw the eye. The latest art prints from Hunting for George give endless styling options.

Consolidate your storage
“If you’re anything like me then you would have accumulated lots of different furniture items over the years. In my dining room, for example, I had a bookshelf in one corner, a drinks cabinet in another and a small bench,” says Lucy who decided to consolidate three pieces of furniture into one. “Now I have one large sideboard that provides even more storage than the other three pieces combined. By consolidating three items into one I created more space and that made the room feel larger and less cluttered,” says Lucy.

Greenery
It’s something we’ve been banging on about for a while now – no doubt most of you are schooled in the necessity of greenery and Lucy agrees. “I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, indoor plants will make your space look divine! Adding greenery to your interiors not only looks great but it purifies the air. Be sure to position your plants in a good position. All plants have different needs but they all need sunlight so try to find a nice light space for them to live,” says Lucy.

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This home features plenty of greenery outside and in

Lucy recommends devil’s ivy or a rubber plant for novice gardeners due to their hardiness. “They are both nice and sturdy and able to handle a range of conditions. Then style with your choice of pot to complete the look,” says Lucy.

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Hunting for George’s best-selling ‘Jimmy’ ceramic planter, $95

Paint
It’s not always an option if you’re in a rental but for those that aren’t, paint is a relatively inexpensive way to makeover a space. “There is nothing a fresh coat of paint can’t fix. Choose a white or a neutral light colour. This will help to make your room appear larger and give it an instant upgrade,” says Lucy.

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Hunting For George couple treat their rental like their own

When Lucy Glade-Wright showed up at a rental inspection five years ago, the first thing she saw was a queue of eager potential tenants lining out the door. Not swayed, she – and what seemed like the rest of Melbourne – fell in love with the Art Deco apartment and its show-stopping arch windows. She knew she had to have it. And lucky for Lucy, and partner Jonno Rodd, they got it!

Lucy and Jonno

As two of the masterminds behind homewares juggernaut Hunting For George – Lucy is the co-founder and Jonno the marketing manager – it’s no surprise that their Elwood home is beautifully decorated. With a style that is constantly evolving, their look is modern, with the addition of some nostalgic pieces to complement the building’s heritage. “We have taken our time to invest in key pieces around the home as we have not been able to afford to decorate in one big swoop,” explains Lucy. “In terms of decor, I like to switch up my cushions and bedlinen as I’m often taking samples from work to trial.”

While it’s a constant challenge not to bring everything home from the Hunting For George warehouse, the products Lucy designs do make their way into the apartment… for work purposes of course! “I always take the wares I design home so that I can live with them, test them out and get a better understanding of them.”

Having lived in the two-bedroom apartment for five years, it was important from the get-go that it felt like theirs, despite it being a rental. They’ve changed the lighting: “It’s lifted the entire look of our home and really helped to modernise the space,” plus painted the kitchen, both bedrooms and the sunroom.

“Not everyone is willing to invest in a rental but we think it’s important to treat your rental as you would your home,” says Lucy. “Although it’s always important to have respect for the owner by improving aesthetics, rather than completely changing them.”

With a look that is relaxed, practical and cosy; the palette is monochromatic with a touch of blue. Their favourite spaces include the living room, home to their much loved sound system, and their garden, a luxury for apartment living. “We do a lot of barbecuing so we’re often outside cooking up dinner. We mainly use it to grow herbs and Jonno has a pretty mean chilli plant collection and makes chilli sambal every year.”

A self-confessed homebody, Lucy loves nothing more than spending her weekends at home. And if my home looked like that, I would feel the same!

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Homewares to revamp your home for under $100

Styling your home can get expensive, especially when you’re eyeing off a candle that’s triple digits and a lamp just shy of $1000 (and that’s on sale!). Here at Interiors Addict we believe some items are worthy of spending that extra bit of cash, but that doesn’t mean you can’t transform your home for less… and when we say less we don’t mean cheap knock-offs, but beautiful, original and affordable pieces by local and emerging designers. Below are our favourite homewares to revamp your home for under $100.

Country Road’s Aila Round Platter: I’m an absolute sucker for a pop of pastel colour when it comes to homewares! Crafted in stoneware with a glazed glossy interior, this platter in quartz (baby pink) is perfect for mixing and matching and playing with colour and form. Designed for everyday serving it retails for $44.95.

Country Road’s Aila Round Platter

Wall Style’s Les Fleur #2: Soft in colour yet dramatic in appearance, this contemporary photographic image of a chrysanthemum makes a striking impact in any interior. Professionally printed with the finest quality inks on heavyweight archival paper, the small print (40cm x 40cm) retails for $89.95.

Wall Style’s Les Fleur #2

Design Twins’ Stripe Pot: Concrete homewares are having a major moment and the Design Twins have a lot to do with that! Their lightweight pot range is all the rage and for $90 you can get your hands on an extra small (28cm x 27cm) stripe pot. Black and white with a metallic twist, it is the ideal way to add some life and greenery to your home.

Design Twin’s Stripe Pot

Amigos de Hoy’s Splash Mat Round: Digitally printed onto low pile soft chenille, the rugs are non slip, washable and non allergenic. The perfect small area mat, they are ideal for kitchens and bathrooms, indoors and out. Available in a variety of textured-looking patterns for $79, my personal fave has to be the Quill design.

Amigos de Hoy’s Splash Mat Round

West Elm’s Monte Mirrors: On special for $99.95 the plated brass mirrors bring shine and style to any room. Available in three shapes, pair them together or mix and match with other art for an instant gallery wall.

West Elm’s Monte Mirrors

White Moose’s Sleeping Frenchie: Not allowed a pet? Then this may be the next best thing. This French Bulldog is the model companion, it doesn’t even require walks! Available in black and gold for $79, it was featured on The Block so you know it’s on trend.

White Moose’s Sleeping Frenchie

Hunting For George’s Lola Clock: Currently half price at $89.50 (win!), this stylish and handmade bamboo clock is perfect for a Scandi-inspired home. Beautiful and minimalist in colour it comes in pastel lilac and yellow.

Hunting For George’s Lola Clock

Beacon Lighting’s Raika 1 Light Table Lamp: I’ve been eyeing off this lamp for years and it’s finally below the $100 mark… just. Now for $99 (that’s a saving of $150!) you can get your hands on this beautiful piece designed by The Block’s Josh and Jenna. Made from a combination of cork, amber glass and woven cloth it gives off a natural, industrial look.

Beacon Lighting’s Raika 1 Light Table Lamp (right)

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Where to buy Australian bed linen online: 2017 update

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Way back in 2014, when Tony Abbott was PM, Ellen DeGeneres took that epic celeb-filled selfie and Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin ‘consciously uncoupled,’ Interiors Addict had a milestone of its own… we produced one of our most clicked on articles ever: The 10 best places to buy Australian bed linen online.

Now, three years on, we thought it was about time we revamped the list. So here’s our favourites for 2017…

Jardan: You most likely associate Jardan with super stylish Australian furniture, but their bedding offering is of equal wow-factor. Coming in both brushed cotton and 100% linen, the divine stonewashed colours are available in solid and striped iterations.

Jardan

Kesem Boy: A newcomer to the scene, it’s the Sydney label’s fun but subtle patterns that caught our attention… perfect for those neutral lovers who are becoming that little bit daring! Made from 100% cotton sateen, they offer throws and cushions to finish the look.

Kesem Boy

L&M Home: Always reliable, L&M Home (formerly Linen and Moore) have all the latest trends covered for your bedroom, lounge and dining table. We always look forward to their new catalogue! With a design team based in Melbourne, their philosophy is around creating everyday luxury for your home.

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Kas: Firstly, the brand is one for colour lovers, their bedding is bold, graphic and vibrant. Secondly, it’s one for the bargain hunters! Hurry, there’s an epic sale currently on.

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Hunting for George: In my opinion a brand that can do no wrong! With bedding made from linen and cotton sateen and stylish accessories – like woollen blankets and throws – you can get your whole bedroom look with a click of the mouse.

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The Pillowslip Store: As the name suggests, these new kids on the block specialise in extra large pillowslips, which look as good on a queen bed as they will on your king. No more too-short pillows (they sell the inners too) and the designs are just fab. They come in plain colours too. We love the gingham but there’s something for everyone and it encourages low-commitment, affordable mixing and matching without changing your entire bed linen!

The Pillowslip Store

R & R Bedding: offers a considered edit of 100% French linen pillowcases and duvet covers of the very best quality and cutting edge design. Designed in Sydney’s Bondi Beach, R & R are bringing back the traditional craft of embroidery in an untraditional way: all linen pillowcases are designed to be embroidered with whatever you please (initials, sayings, your favourite Kanye lyrics), for a good night’s sleep with a side of humour. R & R makes the perfect gift for weddings, engagements, the person who has everything or as a well deserved gift to yourself.

R&R Bedding

The Jersey Company: A little bit different, the bedding is made from soft and stretchy t-shirt material, otherwise referred to as T-SHEET™. Think snuggling up at night in your favourite oversized tee! With no strict sheet sets, it’s all about mixing and matching with a range of beautiful neutrals.

The Jersey Company

Shannon Fricke: Brimming with exotic patterns, colour and a distinct boho vibe, the brand is the brainchild of stylist Shannon Fricke. A personal favourite of mine, the cotton is super soft and most designs feature that little bit something, from tassels to velvet accents.

Shannon Fricke

Goosebumps: It’s no surprise Goosebumps got their start in kids bedding with their adult’s range being playful, colourful and best of all reversible. They also have a sale on, so jump online quick smart!

Goosebumps

Sanctuary Boutique Linens: Collaborating with local and international artists, the family-owned brand brings art and design into your home. With refined yet eclectic patterns, look carefully and you’ll spot skulls paired with roses and toucans matched with tigers!

Sanctuary Boutique Linens

Linen House: With an impressive number of different styles and trends, the family-owned business offers everything from tribal textures to velvets and knits detailed with pom-poms and tassels. It’s a brand that’s sure to bring every bedroom idea to life. And between you and me, the quilt cover below has to be one of my all time favourites!

Linen House

Miss Bettina: A modern take on classic floral bed linen, the boutique label features bold hand-drawn prints on reversible quit covers. Made from 100% cotton sateen, they are perfect for those prone to allergies and best of all they’re on sale!

Miss Bettina

We are still huge fans of all the bedding brands mentioned in our original post, so don’t forget to check them out here.

We hope you found this list useful. Please let us know who you’d add!

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Textiles the star of Hunting for George’s winter collection

Linen, chambray, quilting, wool and leather feature in the new Hunting for George collection that was photographed recently inside a gorgeous 1887 heritage listed warehouse apartment in North Melbourne. “We fell in love with this apartment. Its height, grandeur and age were so welcoming. The open floor plan allowed us the freedom to transform the entire home and tell a comprehensive story. We have an extensive range of products for all areas of the home and we really wanted to showcase this,” says Lucy Glade-Wright, Hunting for George brand director.

As for the latest collection, its inspiration is largely drawn from fashion. “Our collections have evolved a lot over time and this latest collection is our most comprehensive and confident so far. We draw inspiration from imagery of people in the street, we seek to find different personalities, attitudes and lifestyles. From there we identify a lifestyle that we want to emulate which is when we begin to build colours, patterns and textures. This collection is effortlessly cool, understated and confident, with a healthy splash of ego,” says Lucy, who designed the entire range to be styled together.

The range features gorgeous new linen tableware and ceramics

As for favourites, Lucy cites the Chambray quilt cover set and Sunday wool blanket as standouts. “The chambray brings a beautiful baby blue denim look to the bedroom whilst the Sunday Blanket is made from 100 per cent wool and perfect for layering on those colder winter nights. We also adore our new Leo navy leather cushion as the dark navy tone changes the look and feel of the leather completely. It’s incredibly elegant and a real statement piece to have in the home.”

The Chambray quilt cover set and the Sunday wool blanket – two of Lucy’s standout picks

Made in Melbourne, the Oliver coffee table is a new addition to the Hunting for George furniture range. “We were motivated to design it as I was struggling to find a coffee table for my own home. We adapted the Oliver bench design to create a versatile and simplistic coffee table that would complement a variety of different spaces,” says Lucy.

The Oliver coffee table, $649 and the Leo navy leather cushion, $299 are two of Lucy’s favourites from the new range

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Video tutorial: How to create a fabulous gallery wall

We brought you the new Hunting for George print range and custom frames recently, and the accompanying imagery provided plenty of gallery wall inspiration (see below). And while hanging a gallery wall is not the easiest thing to master, when you do, the results can be amazing. It’s also a fabulous, affordable alternative to larger prints or pieces of art and a great way to show off your own unique curation of personal photographs and prints.

Following on from the success of Hunting for George’s ‘How to fold a fitted sheet’ tutorial, the Melbourne brand has followed up with one that runs you through the basics of creating a perfect  print wall.

Step one: Composition
Lay your prints on the ground to find a composition that you like. Take a photo as a guide.

Step two: Curate
Avoid choosing prints that are all the same – mix it up and spread the love. A mix of photos, abstract art and type prints usually works well.

Step three: Anchor
Hang your largest print first – it will function as your anchor. You should hang this at eye level.

Step four: Spacing
Your prints should be approximately eight centimetres apart. There’s no need to use a ruler as imperfect gaps will give your print wall character.

Step five: Frames
Choose different frame colours and materials to give your print wall a fun, eclectic look. Use two to three different types. Add more prints to fill your wall and finish with an odd number.

Or watch the video…

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Hunting for George release new range of prints + custom frames

Always a reliable source for on-trend affordable art, Hunting for George’s new collection continues in a similar trajectory. The varied range is comprised of a series of 24 new art prints encompassing painting, collage, illustration, and some original photography too.

“The energy of this collection is reflective of the environment in which it was created. Experimental and instinctive, we explored a range of mediums and techniques before refining these concepts on the computer. The creative process was incredibly refreshing. We allowed ourselves the freedom to step away and develop instinctively, and this unhurried approach creates a beautiful sense of calm in each piece,” says Hunting for George’s brand director Lucy Glade-Wright.

To coincide with the latest launch, the brand has also developed a range of custom made frames, designed to fit their entire collection, and anything else you may fancy. Australian made, these frames (available in black, white and natural timber finishes) also feature a clever multi-fit system that allows you to hang them in both portrait and landscape orientations. Personally, I am rather excited about this collection because it will mean fewer IKEA trips for me!

“We wanted to provide a complete offering to our customers and remove the additional (and often frustrating) step of finding a frame to fit your artwork. Now our customers can put their art prints straight on the wall with no lag time, and the multi-hang system we developed means that each frame is not limited in its orientation, allowing our customers more freedom in how they choose to use their frame in the future,” says Lucy.

I’m loving these new custom timber frames.

Hunting for George has a lovely collection of ceramics, bed linen, furniture and leather accessories launching imminently too. But for now, here’s a sneak peak!

Coffee table, pot and candle – all from the forthcoming collection

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Affordable art: The top ten places to buy it in 2016

Given that the affordable art stories are some of the most popular on our site, we thought it was nigh time to bring you a 2016 (well, almost 2017!) update. Incredibly, all of these options come in under $500!

Art Club Concept
With its strong fashion focus, Art Club Concept is the perfect spot to find an on-trend print for that lonely, bare wall of yours. Many of the prints come with optional frames too.

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Urban Road
We’re big fans of the box framed canvas option at Urban Road – it really does take an inexpensive print to the next level. Urban Road’s collaborations with Shaynna Blaze are a highlight of the range too.

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Greenhouse Interiors
Featuring the work of popular Australian artists Prudence Caroline, Lisa Laponte, and Ali McNabney-Stevens to name just a few, Julia Green’s Greenhouse Interiors sells a covetable range of original Australian originals and affordable prints.

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Quercus & Co
From art prints to wall stamps, wallpaper tiles and wall hangings, Sydney design studio Quercus & Co make a fabulous array of original and affordable wall art.

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Rachel Castle
It’s no secret that we’re massive fans of Rachel Castle – we’ve written about her fabulous tea towels before. Limited edition, they look fabulous framed up and priced at just $68, they’re a serious bargain!

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Temple & Webster
With a rotating roster of contemporary Australian artists featured, Temple & Webster offer a range of original, high quality affordable art including original paintings, limited edition prints and photography.

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IXXI
Whether you use your own image or choose something from the IXXI image bank (we love the Dutch masters’ work), this innovative art solution is not only affordable but super effective too. Each print comes as a series of individual squares that connect to create a whole.

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Art Pharmacy
An online store and gallery space in one, Art Pharmacy is the place to find affordable, unique and high quality artworks by Australian artists, both new and emerging.

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Blacklist
An enduring favourite of ours, from typography to photography, Blacklist can always be relied upon for a bold, affordable print.

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Hunting for George
Responsible for the popular ‘Oh the Places You’ll Go’ minimalist typeset poster back in 2012, Hunting for George’s print offering continues to go from strength to strength. From typography to abstracts and photographic works, there’s plenty of choice too.

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Where do you shop for affordable art? Is there a website we need to know about? Please comment below!

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Hunting for George’s summer homewares inspired by Tasmania

Named after the sleepy coastal Tasmanian town where the the brand’s co-founders and sisters spent their childhood summers, the new Hunting for George collection ‘Clifton’ is big on nostalgia and simplicity.

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The reversible Miami quilt cover set

“I wanted this collection to represent everything we love about summer holidays. Our fondest memories are from our holidays spent at Clifton Beach. Extremely understated and surrounded by nature, I wanted our designs to reflect the simplicity and calm energy of that time,” says Hunting for George co-founder and brand director Lucy Glade-Wright.

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Bobby quilt cover set – we’re loving that simple blue diagonal stripe

The collection includes new quilt and sheet sets, European pillow slips, cushions, floor cushions, tea towels and prints. “My favourite design is the hero of the collection, the Clifton Quilt Set. It has a quiet energy and a casual nature which is everything that a summer holiday should be,” says Lucy of the fresh design that features a wide stripe. The Miami quilt cover says summer to us – one side of the reversible design features a soft blue while the other a soft aqua.

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Clifton quilt cover set

The brand’s much loved signature Eskimo quilt set is back and has been simplified even further – it’s monochrome colour palette and simple delicate spot print make it a bit of a chameleon that could slot in myriad interior schemes. The tea towels are rather lovely too – 100 percent cotton and machine washable. We love the Village set.

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Village tea towel set

The Lounger floor cushion is another standout in the new range. Made from indoor/outdoor friendly canvas, this oversized number is as versatile as it is comfy with a cute leather detail in one corner.

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Lounger floor cushion – it’s available in navy and white

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Photography: Annette O’Brien| Syling: Ruth Welsby | Art Direction: Lucy Glade-Wright

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Hunting for George release fab new art print collection

Melbourne homewares brand Hunting for George returns to its roots this season with a new collection of art prints titled ‘Golden Years.’ The print scene is nothing new for the brand that garnered much success with their hugely popular ‘Oh the Places You’ll Go’ minimalist typeset poster back in 2012. We think the new range will be another hit!

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The ‘Golden Years’ range

“We were extremely excited to design this new collection of art prints. It’s where we first began and art is where my passion lies. My background is in graphic design and I have a strong appreciation for typography,” says Hunting for George co-founder Lucy Glade-Wright.

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“With this collection, we experimented with different foil finishes and paper stock to introduce new textures. The beauty of foiling is that the type changes appearance, based on how the light reflects from its surface, making it behave a little differently every time you see it,” says Lucy of the prints that reference iconic pop songs – the poignant Beatles’ lyric is our sentimental fave.

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Aside from the excellent typography prints, the label has also created a photographic series too – photographer Naomi Savoi’s ‘Mr Fancy Pants Monstera’ print taps into the current penchant for all things green while Clare Plueckhahn’s ‘Ocean Floor’ has us dreaming of summer. “We’ve worked with Clare a few times and I am a huge fan of her work. Her underwater series is so powerful yet peaceful. We wanted to crop into her imagery to create a more abstract, painterly effect,” says Lucy.

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‘Cornwall’ print

The ‘Cornwall’ print is another favourite of ours for its retro feels – it captures a 1950’s beach family holiday and is brimming with nostalgia. So too is the ‘Last Wave’ print which was shot in Noosa in the 1960s and taken from a family album.

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Clare Plueckhahn’s ‘Ocean Floor’ print is featured bottom right

Hunting for George have also curated some great prints by other brands, including Blacklist Studio, The Artwork Stylist and Hello Polly.

Photography: Annette O’Brien | Styling: Ruth Welsby | Art direction: Lucy Glade-Wright

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Bedrooms Expert Tips

How to: Fold a fitted sheet into a perfect square

It’s not something I’d readily confess but ever since learning to properly fold a fitted sheet I have become rather obsessed with the task. After spending my entire adult life trying to fold them (but mostly giving up and scrunching them into a ball and stuffing them into the back of the cupboard) it was something of a lightbulb moment when someone taught me how to fashion one into a beautiful square. So it was no surprise that, when the lovely people at Hunting For George approached me with this easy tutorial, I got just a little bit excited. Not only do neatly folded fitted sheets free up a lot of cupboard space, but they will appeal to anyone with a touch of interiors-related OCD, which is ALL of you if we’re honest, right?

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Step One: Turn the fitted sheet inside out. Hold the fitted sheet lengthwise by placing your fingers in both corners (with the correct side of the fitted sheet facing towards your body).

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Step Two: Once you have your fingers holding both corners, fold corner 1 over corner 2 by ‘pinching and folding’.

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Step Three: Continue to pinch and hold corner 1 and 2 together. Then slide your other hand down the seam and find corner 3. Take hold of corner 3 and tuck it in with corner 1 and corner 2.

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How-to-fold-a-fitted-sheet-hunting-for-george-07Step Four: Continue to pinch and hold corner 1, 2 and 3 together. Slide your hand down the remaining seam and find corner 4. Take hold of corner 4 and tuck it in, so all 4 corners are together.

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Step Five: Whilst holding onto all 4 corners, with your spare hand straighten the two loose, hooped edges and stretch out.

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Step Six: Find a flat surface to lay the fitted sheet on. Once the fitted sheet is sitting flat, fold into thirds (from the bottom first, then the top down)

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Step Seven: Fold in thirds again (from the left and then right) and TA-DAH! You have just folded a fitted sheet into a perfect square!

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For further enlightenment, check out the video tutorial:

How to Fold A Fitted Sheet by Hunting for George from Hunting for George on Vimeo.

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Bedrooms Designers Furniture Homewares Styling

We talk bed linen with Hunting for George

Inspired by New York loft living, Hunting for George’s latest collection ‘Loft’ is full of the sort of minimal, timeless design that we associate with that fabulous US city. And while the whole range is gorgeous, it was the bed linen that caught our eye.

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With subtle shades of seafoam green and classic neutrals too, the latest bed linen from Hunting for George draws from a timeless colour palette. “Colour is like music. It can trigger an emotional response that prompts memories and ideas. When designing a new collection, colour is often the first thing the we look towards for inspiration,” says Lucy.

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“Choose something that you love and will continue to love years later,” says Hunting for George’s brand director Lucy Glade-Wright, of purchasing bed linen.

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“Always look at the fabric and how it’s been made. Don’t be afraid to mix and match colours and textures as you don’t always need to play by the rules,” says Lucy.

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As for bed linen’s increasing popularity, Lucy puts it down to a desire to create our own little urban sanctuaries. “I think people are taking more time with their homes as they want to create a beautiful space to live in. It’s so important to be able to switch off when you get home and when you’re surrounded by the things that you love it becomes a whole lot easier to zone out,” says Lucy.

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Hunting for George collaborate with Grazia & Co

Online homewares and furniture purveyor Hunting for George has collaborated with Melbourne design studio Grazia & Co to produce a great new range of wares.

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“We were thrilled to collaborate with Grazia as we’ve known each other for a few years now and we’ve always admired Grazia’s exceptional knowledge of materials and craftsmanship,” says Hunting for George co-founder Jo Harris.

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Rollo ottoman

A standout from the range is the Rollo solid cylindrical ottoman – available in a range of leather and textiles, it’s handmade in Melbourne. “I love the versatility of the ottoman – they’re great as side tables as they have a firm top and they can also be useful as an additional seat at the dinner table or desk,” says Grazia Materia of Grazia & Co.

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Oliver bed

The Hunting for George Oliver bed has also had a Grazia update, with the addition of wool upholstery. “It’s remarkable how much the upholstery changes the overall aesthetic of the Oliver bed. It adds an incredible tactile quality with the addition of fabric and the foam padded back also creates a new focal point and enticing rest area,” says Hunting for George co-founder Lucy Glade-Wright.

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Oliver bench

The simple and chic Oliver side table and bench seat have both been given an update too – now available in a gorgeous matt black.

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Art Designers Furniture Homewares Interviews Styling The Block

Our 10 best interviews from the heartfelt to the hilarious

After two years and over 1,000 articles(!), my time at Interiors Addict has come to end. It truly is bittersweet. To think I started as the editorial assistant, still at uni, working one day a week and feeling very out of my comfort zone… and now I’m here, the outgoing features editor, off to tackle the big bad world as a news producer at Sky News. Goodbye cushions, hello current affairs, business and politics (wish me luck!). 

So to mark my departure, I thought I’d do one more list post. Below, I’ve put together my favourite interviews, from the motivational and heartfelt to the hilarious and oh so juicy.

Maisie Callcott is one inspiring teenager. Starting her business at the mere age of 12, the now 16-year-old runs Maypole Design, an online business selling wall hangings, rope-based jewellery and accessories and clay bowls. They’re beautiful and crazy affordable.

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Now this was one interview I was quite nervous about. I made Jen read it and then re-read it again. After all, you can’t have any grammatical errors in an article about the editor-in-chief of Vogue Living, Neale Whitaker! He talked all things The Block, life in magazine-world and his many varied inspirations.

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I had the fortune of interviewing Shaynna Blaze on more than one occasion, but this interview was certainly my favourite. As a Block judge, resident designer on Selling Houses Australia, author and so much more, Shaynna got very honest as she opened up about her favourite contestants, copping flak and how she juggles it all.

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What a life Jeff Leatham has led! As the go-to florist to the stars, he’s designed floral arrangements for some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities and his stories, unsurprisingly, are juicy!

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There’s nothing quite like a story where someone loses it all but bounces back stronger and better than ever. It makes for some good motivational reading and the story of Claire Falkiner, founder of Merci Perci, is just that. Losing her job just days before Christmas and two weeks before her husband lost his, she decided to change paths and is now a successful artist doing what she loves.

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With so many homewares businesses out there it can be hard to stand out from the crowd. But one small business which has been able to do so is Hunting For George, who recently celebrated their fifth birthday. So it seemed only natural we ask: how do sisters Jo Harris and Lucy Glade-Wright do it?!

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While I’ve interviewed many interior designers it’s hard to compete with the impressiveness of Jeff Copolov, interior design director at Bates Smart. With the firm having a 162-year-old history (now 163!) the projects Jeff has been involved in are absolutely jaw-dropping.

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Demian Carey Gibbins has a story many will envy. Feeling like his corporate career was ruling his life, he decided to hand in his resignation and return to his childhood love of painting. Having been a finalist in a range of renowned awards, his most interesting venture has been coordinating a successful exhibition of Bali 9 ringleader Myuran Sukumaran’s paintings.

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The making of Incy Interiors is quite the fairytale. Starting with humble ambitions, founder Kristy Withers began the business when after a fruitless search for a bed for her son she decided to design one herself. Now, she’s runs a business of 13 people, has a new flagship store in Sydney’s Chatswood Chase and sells both kids and adult furniture.

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No one likes to talk cleaning, but for Murchison-Hume we will make an exception! What started as a local Sydney business has now well and truly gone international, but founder Max Kater’s mission has remained the same: for her products to be the trifecta of safe and green, looking and smelling great and performing well.

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Hunting For George on surviving the first 5 years in business

Last month, Hunting For George celebrated their fifth birthday, no mean feat for a small business that started in co-owner Jo Harris’ spare bedroom!

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An online homewares business specialising in everything from pure cotton bed linen to handmade clocks, Hunting For George entered the eCommerce market in a time very different from today. “Five years ago, online retail was dominated primarily by larger companies,” explains Jo. “The challenge for us in the early days was working out how to be relevant next to the big players. This forced us to find our own point of difference, zero in on our key strengths and present our own voice in the industry.”

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[contextly_sidebar id=”sRrcUGyFwQsWhHlA8QWsLXKh4LGw4w0o”]So present their own voice they did, harnessing Jo’s skills in management and her sister/co-owner Lucy Glade-Wright’s in graphic design. Initially selling brands they liked, they later started designing themselves, however all the products shared the same commonality: a realness, an energy and a quintessential Hunting For George feel. “We wanted to transfer so much of our own personality and energy into the site that when people found us online they felt like they practically knew us,” says Lucy. “The shopping experience ultimately comes down to how we like to shop, the things we like to buy and the way we like to be treated. And it’s that realness that we have created that our customers have responded to the most.”

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As a small business, in the early days, nobody knew who they were. As a result, they had to work a lot harder, so the support from one another was never more important. “Whilst we love what we do, running your own business is really hard,” explains Jo. “I think the reason why we are still here though and still relatively sane, is due to the support we give one another and the support we now receive from the team around us. There are always times that cause you to doubt yourself and doubt is a dangerous thing. When it creeps up on you, you’ve just got to tell it to get the fuck back and keep moving forward. Pardon my French!”

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It’s that attitude that’s seen the sisters reach so many milestones, one of the biggest being the success of their debut bedding collection, that not only gave them an incredible amount of confidence as designers, but also as entrepreneurs. “That was overwhelming,” says Jo. “We had styles sell out within weeks and we found ourselves scrambling to arrange reprints. At the time, it was a huge gamble as we put everything on the line with that collection. Luckily though, it paid off!”

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However, their latest highlight — which they’re still beaming over — was being nominated as a finalist for the ORIA Best Small Online Retailer 2015. “We are so proud of this achievement,” explains Lucy. “Our team is a small one and we all work so hard to make Hunting For George the best it can be. To receive that level of recognition from the industry at such an early stage is a huge hats off to our team and the terrific work they put in.”

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While the sisters are proving small businesses can thrive in today’s homewares industry, there’s no doubt many others are struggling. So what’s their secret? Turns out they have three. “Firstly, we worked out at the beginning who we were and what made us different. Create, don’t imitate! Secondly, we have the right people on board and surround ourselves with people smarter than us. For example, we’ve hired a good bookkeeper! And thirdly, we always keep a healthy supply of wine at the ready!”

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9 of the best throws and blankets

I have an ever-changing collection of throws on my couch and bed. I think at last count I had upward of 15, so clearly I’ve not really mastered the less is more thing. But to tempt my obsession further, I’ve put together a list of the 9 best throws and blankets. Enjoy! 

The Marcel Throw from Country Road combines graphic colour blocking with cosy texture in a reverse jersey cotton knit. It retails for $149.

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The bright striped Moroccan Wool and Cotton Pom Pom Blanket was made by Berber Weavers of the Atlas Mountain Region in Morocco. In traditional Moroccan style these blankets are extremely warm and contain natural variations adding to the already chic aesthetic. Use as a bed covering, folded at the base of a bed or draped over a piece of furniture to inject a sense of global style into any space. Available from Barefoot Gypsy for $285.

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Lightweight and super soft, the 100% Egyptian cotton Throw Blanket ($230) from Sunday Ganim is perfect for lounging on the sofa or having a picnic in the park. The simple stripe with block trim pattern comes in three colourways, perfect for vibrant trans-seasonal layering.

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Milk & Sugar’s reversible Cross Black Knit is made from 100% cotton and is available in both throw and blanket size. Perfect for adding to your bed for that final touch or throwing over your couch or armchair on those cooler nights, prices start from $129.95.

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Hunting for George’s Outsider Cotton Blanket ($179), feature a simple, block print in four colourways, ranging from bright emerald greens to rich cornflower blues. 100% cotton, 100% awesome, it is designed for multi use — perfect as a single bed quilt, queen bed throw or couch snuggler.

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The Sea Tangle Linen Throw ($149) from Kate & Kate is beautifully screen printed on 100% linen. Use as a light-weight blanket, beach throw, table-cloth or picnic rug. Designed to fade, it comes in four colours.

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This stunning contrasting Tassel Throw ($249) from Kip & Co brings a stylish European edge to the home. Featuring textured indigo or mustard cotton with over-sized fuscia or peach tassels, it is made from 100% cotton. Pre-order now for a December delivery.

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Featuring Aura’s renowned cross design, the Crosses Throw ($149) in orange poppy is knitted in high quality soft cotton. Reverse is the opposite design.

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From the Mark Tuckey + Cotton On collaboration, the 100% cotton, charcoal Circus Tassel Blanket is the perfect addition to any sofa or bed. Hand knitted in India for superior quality and comfort, it retails for $139.95.

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We hope you liked this list. Let us know what you’d add!