Life & Design Blog Australia
It looks like round mirrors are here to stay. They are popping up on our walls everywhere. And the bigger the better! If you have a blank wall and don’t know what to do with it, a mirror will always work! They are being used in the entry, in the bedroom and of course in […]
I was scrolling around the real estate pages, as you do, and I had to share this one. This home is stunning! The black features and the hardwood exposed beams in living areas got me. Of course the styling is gorgeous too – rustic, natural and easy on the eye. This home is currently for sale […]
I used to be mad about indoor plants back in the year 1999. It was the year I met my husband and moved in with him. Then it sort of became uncool and daggy to have indoor plants. Fast forward a couple of decades or so and I’m back to loving indoor plants again (I […]
Choosing a colour palette for the exterior of your home is often harder than choosing your internal colour scheme. Your colour selections will make a first impression. Get it right and you’ll be able to conceal features you want to hide, and, highlight those you want to amplify. How to start Take inspiration from your […]
Renovating your laundry, or does it need a little fix up?? I added some overhead cupboards to mine recently, and put some wall panelling on an ugly area. Today I have some ideas on what makes a good and functional laundry. You might like a few of these tips! # Pull out drying rack What […]
We’ve been having some lovely balmy nights in Wagga in between some crazy hot days. The boys have been enjoying the pool at night and I’ve been outside with Bear watching them. It got me thinking how nice it would be to have a hanging chair to relax in outside. To chill and read a […]
Choosing the right grout colour can make all the difference in your bathroom, so it’s worth taking the time to consider all the options if you’re designing a new bathroom. Using a light coloured grout, particularly in conjunction with white tiles, can produce a bright, clean look. This does seem to be the most obvious […]
If you’re building a new kitchen, renovating, or just have a space which could use a little DIY update – then open shelves might be for you? I know this trend really started coming to light in 2014, but as I look around interior design mags and online I am still seeing the open shelf […]
Sunny weather always makes me want to rearrange everything in my house especially a sideboard! Out with the moody, dark Winter colours and in with the bright, fun stuff. I usually pack up the throw rugs and heavy cushions too. I decided to paint a new canvas last week and I’ve been moving that around […]
The colour green is always a favourite in homes, and styling is easy when you add a simple plant to a room. “Bringing the outdoors in” is still popular and I am a huge fan of the botanical trend. Today I have some pretty images of homes which use plants/prints/greenery to liven up their spaces. Plus […]
The word “eZone” has been popping up in new floor plans I’ve been looking at. If you don’t need a full home office or study, but still want somewhere to sit and pay the bills, scroll Facebook or write an email, then an eZone might be the solution! Basically it’s a nook with a small bench, […]
Have you got a bit of time up your sleeve over the Christmas break and would like to make a few changes around your house to add value? Today I have 4 things you could look at doing… Fresh paint A new coat of paint is probably the easiest task you can complete around your […]
