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The Design Files Magazine ISSUE 02

All new Australian homes, apartments, gardens and more!

Sustainable Homes

This Beachcomber-Inspired Home Has A Sustainable Twist

The couple behind Altereco Design put their knowledge of Passive House design in practice in their endearing coastal home.

Christina Karras

A Contemporary Native Garden For A California Bungalow

The new contemporary native garden surrounding this Thornbury house looks as though it’s always been there.

Doing A Renovation? This New Tile Showroom Is A Must-Visit

Local tile supplier Tiento’s new Melbourne showroom is filled with inspiring options for your next project.

A Serene Inner-City Melbourne Home With LA Influences

How a couple with no building experience bought a rundown heritage house in Abbotsford back to life.

The Design Files Magazine Issue 02

A cinematographer’s fairytale cottage, living large in a pint-sized apartment, rodeo dreams in outback Queensland, two rentals in a historic former factory, Flack Studio reimagines a 1920s Edwardian, the fight to save Victoria’s public housing, and so much more!

Issue 02 will be shipped from April 7th, 2025.

PRE-ORDER BEFORE APRIL 7 TO RECEIVE YOUR COPY BEFORE IT HITS STORES ON APRIL 14.

Sustainable Homes

A Family's Sustainable Country Home Among The Gum Trees

Find out how the architects behind this energy-efficient home in regional Victoria kept the project's costs down.

How Going All-Electric Could Save Your Household Thousands

Find out how you could turn your home all-electric and save thousands on your energy bills — with tips for households on a budget!

A Charming Edwardian Transformed To ‘Hug’ The Outdoors

Designed around a central courtyard, this Melbourne house reveals a sculptural addition that'll make you say 'wow'!

Inside An Artist’s Colourful Sydney Family Home

The bold family home of artist Peta Morris celebrates art and nature.

How To Embrace Warm Minimalism In Your Home

The warm minimalism trend proves simplicity doesn't have to be boring. See how to get the look here!

Sustainable Homes

A Sustainable Rebuild Of A 1990s Melbourne Townhouse

Field Office Architecture went back to the drawing board to literally rebuild this 1990s Burnley townhouse from the ground up.

First Look: Inside The Design Files Magazine Issue 02!

A sneak peek at the next issue of our print magazine! Pre-order your copy now!

For Sale: An Architectural Family Haven In Brunswick

A four-bedroom Brunswick terrace that balances period charm with contemporary design, thanks to an architectural update by Mihaly Slocombe.

Highlights from our Design Directory

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This New Build Looks Like A Genuine Mid-Century House

How Northern Edge Studio designed a new Fleurieu Peninsula house inspired by butterfly roof homes in Palm Springs.

7 Costly Mistakes You're Making In The Bathroom + How To Avoid Them

Are you making these seven bathroom renovation mistakes? Lauren Li gives us bathroom design 101.

12 Great Sofas For Small Spaces

The best space-saving sofas to shop for small homes.

The New + Improved Panthella Lamp Has Landed At Cult

The iconic Panthella 160 Portable Lamp designed by Verner Panton has had a glow up.

A Green Kitchen Breathes New Life Into This 150-Year-Old Terrace

This Sydney home reveals a textural patchwork of old and new.

For Sale: A Century-Old California Bungalow, Immersed In Nature

Renovated to invite the outdoors in at every opportunity, this spacious family home for sale in Brunswick West is full of life.

Home of the Month

A Sensitive Renovation Of A Modernist Home, With A Few Twists!

A thoughtful renovation by Kennedy Nolan further strengthens the mid-century charm of this modernist Kew home.

Shopping

How To Get Mid-Century Style With A Modern Australian Twist

Mid-century homes are some of our favourite. See how to get the look with a modern twist!

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Robert Gordon Interiors

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Inside A Young Family’s Sydney Apartment With Parisian Flair

This Darling Point apartment was designed to create a perfect base for the owner's eclectic collection of art and furniture.

Why This Mid-Century Inspired Build Is A Modern-Day Dream

Dubbed the 'millennial dream home', this new build speaks to a love of retro design, sustainable values, and modern-day family living.

How This Cabin Makes The Most Of Its Tiny Footprint

At just 15 square metres, this architectural tiny home on Kangaroo Island has everything you need for a weekend getaway.

On The Market: A Contemporary Sanctuary in the Heart of Prahran

The striking architectural home of skincare guru James Vivian is a lesson in sleek minimalism - and it's for sale.

A Farmhouse In The City With Jacaranda Views

An extensive rebuild and extension by Nest Architects has improved the liveability of this Preston home out of sight.

This Coastal Garden Is Formal At The Front, Party Out The Back

The couple behind Oliveri Landscape Design and Construction have created the ultimate garden oasis at their family home.

Every Room Inside This Calming Brisbane Cottage Enjoys Garden Views

This family's Queenslander cottage was renovated to frame views of the sky, the ground, and the surrounding treetops.

Green Bathrooms Are Trending, Here’s How To Get The Look

Browse our top picks in tiles, lighting, stone, fixtures and fittings for a serene, colour-drenched bathroom.

This Dreamy Waterfront Shack Is For Sale In Tasmania

See the humble waterfront sanctuary that awaits a new owner on Tasmania's west coast.

Before + after trransformations to inspire your next renovation

Before + After: A Melbourne Share House Turned Dreamy ‘Grown-Up’ Home

Before + After: A Cost-Effective Kitchen, Laundry + Bathroom Makeover

Before + After: A Designer’s Pint-Sized Penthouse Apartment

A Personality-Packed Kitchen Transformation

Fashion Stylist + Influencer Tash Sefton’s Art Deco Family Apartment

Inside the 1920s Kirribilli apartment of Tash Sefton and Genovese Coffee managing director Adam Genovese.

An Interior Designer’s Cosy Miner’s Cottage Renovation

Marking a fresh start for her family, Victorian-based designer Genevieve Wallis has filled a country cottage with lots of heart.

This Weatherboard Hides A Beautiful Barn-Like Extension

A clever renovation of an inner-city Melbourne cottage that prioritises honest, raw materials and outdoor space.

A Compact Victorian Terrace Preserved For Future Generations

See how small changes have maximised space inside this inviting, century-old Sydney terrace.

A Visionary Housing Project In Warumungu Country

Wilya Janta is a new Aboriginal-led housing initiative in the Northern Territory re-imagining the current model for remote housing.

On The Market: A Vine-Covered Victorian Home With A Contemporary Edge

The much-loved Richmond home of Frank Body co-founder Bree Johnson is on the market.

A Playful Sydney Home Designed With The Whole Family In Mind

This family home feels sophisticated yet robust enough to withstand the owner's busy beachside lifestyle.

Inside An Architect’s Surprising California Bungalow Renovation

This classic red-brick home has been playfully reimagined with retro-inspired features and family-friendly spaces.

Life Is Easy In This Designer's Calming Melbourne Apartment

Practising what she preaches, urban designer Shakira Everett purchased an apartment to support a low-maintenance and walkable lifestyle.

Renovation Diaries: Seasoned and first-time renovators share their top tips and budget breakdowns!

Renovation Diaries: This Apartment Is Unrecognisable After A DIY-Driven Makeover

The Cost Of A Colourful Scandi-Inspired Kitchen

A Sustainable DIY Apartment Transformation

Inside Art Director Annie Portelli’s Bathroom Transformation

Don’t Miss Fenton & Fenton’s Annual Warehouse Sale!

Shop fun furniture and homewares from Fenton & Fenton at up to 70% off!

Escape To This Clever 28-Square-Metre Beach Retreat In Victoria

Mid-century design, Japanese ceramics, and the beauty of Victoria’s coast all inspired the look of this little beach retreat.

A Charming Restored Victorian Terrace Hits The Market In Fitzroy North

This charming home hides a light-filled contemporary addition and is just one block from Edinburgh Gardens!

Tiento Launches 2 Stunning New Tile Collections

PSA design lovers, Tiento’s latest launch is exactly what you need for your next renovation.

A Completely Customised Off-The-Plan Brunswick Studio

See how a stylish custom fit-out has maximised space in this tiny 55 square metre apartment.

This Beach House Takes Indoor-Outdoor Living To The Next Level

Every room inside Brunswick Heads Residence by Fraser Mudge Architects is woven around lush gardens.

Embrace Organic Curves + Autumn Tones With Ecology Homewares’ New Collection

Explore the new Earthly Matter collection from Ecology Homewares, inspired by the textures and patterns of the natural environment.

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