If you live in a small space and can’t quite work out how to make it all come together, without being overcrowded or cramped, then today I have a few tips which might help you decorate a small house using furniture and clever storage… [source] Separate Try hard to separate…
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Bi-fold Kitchen Windows
If you’re building a new house or starting a renovation why not think about incorporating a bi-fold window in to your kitchen? It makes such a statement and really integrates that outdoor/indoor living. Maybe you don’t have space for big sliding doors, but can use a window space? This would…
Bathroom reno checklist
If you get obsessed with looking at bathrooms like I do, then it’s easy to want all the impractical things! They say bathrooms and kitchens sell homes, so you can see why a lot of dollars can be spent making these the best possible. But what about their practicality? We…
Home trends from the 1980’s set to return
Oh the 80’s. Not a decade you remember for stylish interiors is it? Fresh from the neon, pattern clash of the 70’s, the 80’s gave us very little in home decor that is worth a re-run. Or did it? Here are a few trends that are making a comeback with…
It’s Time to Break These 5 Styling Rules
The rules in styling and design have always been to ensure a cohesive and balanced aesthetic in the home. But some styling rules are meant to be broken, which is why we’re going to explore what they are and how to successfully execute them in a room. All sounds a…
Avoid these 5 mistakes when choosing a rug for your living space
Rugs play an important role in the style and vibe of a room. They anchor the overall colour scheme and offer personality and warmth to a space. The right rug can ground a room, add colour or texture and can segregate areas within an open living area. Choosing the right…
Questions you need to ask yourself before painting your walls
Painting is an easy task to complete yourself. You don’t need any particular skills. Just a good eye, some concentration and patience. Paint can change everything! And if you have some time up your sleeve, then go for it. You won’t believe how fresh everything will look. Before you get…
10 Tips on How to Style Your Laundry Beautiful
The laundry has migrated from a functional utility room to a space worth styling. A beautifully styled laundry has soared in popularity, ensuring the most mundane of daily chores are enjoyed in elegant surrounds. It’s no longer the forgotten room at the back of the house. And no matter how…
Tips on How to Style Your Bedside Table
Does your bedside table accumulate with clutter? Or do you have a pile of books you’ve been meaning to read, which keeps getting taller by the week? Remove the clutter and style your bedside table to make your bedroom more welcoming and comforting. Here are some tips on how to…
Sheer curtain ideas
Have you thought about adding some sheer curtains to your home? Maybe in the bedroom, or a living space? They are really trendy at the moment. You can have them made and installed or buy some all ready to go from shops like Spotlight. Benefits of sheer curtains… Diffuse the…
Shower and bath combined (wet room)
It’s not common to see a shower and bath combined (or a wet room as they are called), but when you do see them pop up I love how well they are done. WET ROOM – a bathroom in which the shower is open or set behind a single wall,…
Be careful not to fall in love with house features you won’t use
There’s a danger when house hunting where you can fall in love with features in a home that you may not end up using. At an optimal level most homes look their best when for sale. This is so appealing, I know! But it can be a trap if you…
Dress your entry with these 5 items
The entry to our home has the most important job of all. It is the gatekeeper of our home. Protecting us from unwanted visitors, and greeting our loved ones with open arms. The entry oversees a lot of traffic daily with kids going in and out, visitors, mail, groceries and…
A quick bedroom makeover
Last weekend I gave our bedroom a mini makeover. A simple wall colour change has made all the difference. You know I love a bit of greenery and I am always inspired by nature, so picking a paint colour to suit this was the first thing I did. I worked…
How to finish an unfinished room
You’ve been decorating your little heart out, but you still think the room isn’t quite finished? Finding that last piece to the puzzle can be painful and exhausting (if you’re the kind of person who loves everything to be just right!). I do it all the time – redesign rooms…
