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Speciality Wines Delivered To Your Door

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Van Gogh and the Seasons

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'The House of Dior' at National Gallery of Victoria

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A Hidden, Architectural Dream Home In Elsternwick

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A Coastal Concrete 'Tee' House

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TDF Talks With Gorman Founder + Creative Director Lisa Gorman

For our third TDF Talks episode, we chat to the creative mind behind one of Australia's most loved fashion brands – Gorman.
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Spotlight On Theatre + Film Designer Jonathon Oxlade

Think of your favourite Wes Anderson film, crossed with 'The Castle'... that's the sort of mise-en-scene Jonathan Oxlade excels at.
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A WOW-Factor Extension In Brunswick

A seriously impressive, light-filled addition by Rob Kennon Architects in Melbourne's northern suburbs.
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Perf Pad, A House With Dimples

A house with dimples - the Perf Pad by Northbourne Architecture + Design lets the light in.
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Delight In Escapism At Vacation Café

Melbourne's latest pinterest-worthy coffee spot, designed by Therefore Studio.
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A Handcrafted Cabin In Gippsland

Interior designer Andrea Moore’s contemporary rural country cabin, nestled in South Gippsland, Victoria.
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While half of the TDF office is in Milan this week, the rest of us are making it through the FOMO thanks to Emiko Davies' third Italian comf...
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Australian Designers At Milan's Salone Del Mobile

'LOCAL MILAN No.3' champions home-grown talent at the world's biggest design fair this week.
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TDF Talks With David Flack Of Flack Studio

For our fourth podcast episode, we bring you an inspiring conversation with Melbourne's most talked-about interior designer.
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The Bright, Beautiful World Of Atong Atem

Meet the award-winning young Melbourne artist creating distinctive photographic artworks inspired by her South Sudanese heritage.
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Get Picture Perfect With Format Framing

Meet the guys behind the accessible, affordable framing service, and hear their expert advice for finding the perfect frame!
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Inspiring space design, personalised touches and facilitating creative 'cross-pollination' have really paid off at The Boroughs.
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Our highlights reel of lust-worthy residential interiors shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Interior Design Awards this year.
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