Life & Design Blog Australia
How good is a before and after? Check out this stunning renovation! This home had some serious work done and I couldn’t believe my eyes. Expansive open plan living and dining with timber floors and a study nook opens onto a north facing courtyard with alfresco dining space and a backyard with landscaped garden, incorporating […]
Admittedly I was a little skeptical about the basket wall craze. It’s a bit like plates on the wall… an odd thing to do. Baskets, to me, are used for pots or items on a table. Then to see them stuck on walls raised an eyebrow. BUT I will say I’m warming to them! I […]
I saw this classic home on the real estate pages and had to share. The soft colours and the floor got me! You can see that it’s been lovingly renovated and they’ve had to utilise sleep-out areas and maximise the light in the home. It was originally built in 1907, so it has some amazing […]
With the weather changing I either talk about pools or fireplaces. Ha! So today, of course I’m sharing fireplace ideas. Specifically gas ones. Although a real one looks good and is probably cheaper, I just couldn’t handle the maintenance. If you’re after something remote controlled and with instant heat then a gas one may suit […]
How cute is this awning and bi-fold window? I had to share this home with you today. I think a lot of us will love the styling. The indoor plants are singing! This home is currently for sale and on the market. It’s located at Burleigh Heads, QLD. I love sharing real estate photos because […]
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 […]
