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On The Market

An Architect’s Ultra-Sustainable Melbourne Oasis Is For Sale

One of Melbourne's most famous sustainable family homes is now for sale in Coburg!
Christina Karras
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Architecture

How A Colourful Renovation Gave This Red-Brick Home A Whole New Vibe

With only minimal structural changes, this Canberra family home has been completely transformed.
Interiors

How To Create A Sophisticated Living Room With Italian Flair

Interior decorator Alessandra Smith shares the secrets to Italy's effortlessly elegant interior style.
Helpful Guides

Everything You Need To Know About Installing A Home Battery

Find out why more Australian households than ever have decided to invest in a home battery.
Interiors

Why Coloured Timber Is The Next Big Interior Trend

Coloured timber has been quietly making a statement for a while now, here we show you how to get the look.
Art

12 Inspiring Events To See This Melbourne Design Week!

From the Melbourne Art Book Fair, to exciting exhibitions across the city, here's our guide to Melbourne Design Week 2025.
Homes

A Relocated + Renovated Queenslander, Brimming With Bold Colour

Interior designer Jana Isaza-Smith transformed a relocated Queensland into her family's dream colour-filled abode.
Stays

Escape To Australia’s First Mirrored Home In The Yarra Valley

This new reflective retreat just outside Melbourne disappears into its peaceful gardens, completely immersing guests in nature!
Apartments

This 1970s Apartment Complex Might Be Melbourne’s Best Kept Secret

Not everyone will appreciate the design of this East Melbourne apartment complex, and that’s just the way the residents like it.
Gardens

This Naturalistic Garden Experiments With Plants From Around The World

Designed to require minimal watering, this enchanting garden evolves with the seasons under Western Australia's harsh summer climate.
Architecture

A Japanese-Inspired Backyard Pavilion Made From Recycled Materials

Love Shack by Second Edition stands as an excellent example of how well recycled materials can look and perform.
On The Market

A Tranquil Family Home Hits The Market In Carlton

Positioned in the heart of Carlton, this clever family home is a surprisingly serene retreat away from its happening neighbourhood.
Interiors

A ‘90s Faux Period Build Made Stylish Sanctuary

This recent project by Studio Isaza shows the power of a cosmetic renovation.
Architecture

How This Blue Pub Became A Quirky Multi-Generational Family Home

This Melbourne home's bold blue exterior inspired Sibling Architecture to embrace its quirks in a creative renovation.
Stays

A Century-Old Post Office Turned Quaint Cottage Stay In Tasmania

This 184-year-old building has just been given a new life as a dreamy accommodation on the banks of the Carlton River.
Gardens

A Textural Backyard Wonderland For A Preston Family Home

Filled with whispering grasses, textural perennials and colourful natives, this Preston garden enchants from every angle.
On The Market

This Incredible Victorian Mansion In Melbourne Is For Sale!

A multimillion-dollar 1889 Victorian Italianate mansion with landscaped gardens awaits a new custodian. See inside!
Homes

A Dream Country House + Garden By The Yarra River

Josh and Sharn Alexander swapped inner-city Melbourne for a country lifestyle in Christmas Hills.
Art

A Powerful New Exhibition Honouring Grief, Joy + Country

'Holding Space', a new immersive exhibition by Jirra Lulla and Apryl Day, is a love letter to Cummeragunja, its Elders and community.
Interiors

A Layered, Eclectic Transformation For An Off-The-Plan Apartment

How designer Jono Fleming transformed his sister's 'blank' Sydney apartment into a personal and sophisticated haven.
Architecture

Perth’s Historic Market Gardens Inspired This Colourful Home

This colour-drenched Perth home extension by Brunsdon Studio nods to former market gardens in the area.
Housing

Retain, Repair, Reinvest: The Fight To Save Victoria's Public Housing

Victoria’s public housing towers are being demolished. Not-for-profit design practice OFFICE is advocating for a better alternative.
Architecture

This Sustainable Family Oasis Hides A Clever + Unconventional Floor Plan

Steffen Welsch Architects prioritised multi-purpose spaces and recycled materials to transform this humble Melbourne abode.
Interiors

A Designer’s Adventurous Art Deco Apartment

A sophisticated use of moody colour has given this 1930s Bellevue Hill apartment new life.
Art

The Finalists Of The 2025 Archibald Prize Have Been Announced!

Australia's most celebrated art prize is back! See our favourite finalists, plus the 2025 Packing Room Prize winner.
Interiors

Set The Mood With Luxurious Colour Drenching, Here's How

Interior designer Ruby Shields shares her top tips for saturating your home in decadent hues!
On The Market

This Sustainable Apartment In An Award-Winning Building Is For Sale

An excellent family apartment in one of Melbourne's most sustainable new buildings is on the market.
Homes

An Artistic Family Home That Celebrates Nature

Artists Tais Rose Wae and Heath Wae live in sync with nature in their Northern Rivers home.
Architecture

A Renovated Brisbane Worker’s Cottage 10 Years In The Making

An architect slowly but surely turned this run-down cottage into his unique family home, shaped around idyllic garden spaces.
Gardens

An Immersive Suburban Garden Inspired By Victoria's Coastline

An award-winning display at the Melbourne Flower and Garden Show has been relocated to create a beautiful family garden in Geelong.
Interiors

A Stylish New Chapter For A Reformed ‘Disaster’ House

Stylish interiors by Claudia Lambert have marked the final chapter in reforming a ‘disaster’ home in Sydney’s inner west.
Apartments

How An Architect Maximised Space In This 1960s Apartment

This compact mid-century apartment in North Melbourne is full of personality and clever storage solutions.
On The Market

An Interior Designer’s Elegant Carlton Terrace Is For Sale

After an impeccable renovation by Kate Challis Interiors, this romantic terrace in Melbourne has hit the market!
Architecture

Bringing The Outside In To A Heritage Canberra Home

A modest 22-square-metre extension by Josh Mulford Architects has rejuvenated this Barton home, embracing its beloved garden.
Gardens

A Melbourne Garden Overflowing With Flowering Perennials

This dreamy Preston backyard has a pool, studio, and an abundance of free-flowing plantings.
Climate

How These First Homebuyers Can Save Energy In Their Half-Renovated House

This cute Victorian cottage is more efficient than you think, but an expert reveals how it could become even more sustainable!
On The Market

This Inner-City Cottage Hides An Impeccable Renovation + It’s For Sale!

Photographer Eve Wilson's Melbourne family home is one of our all-time favourites, and now the dreamy oasis is on the market.
Homes

Comfort Comes First In This Converted Warehouse Rental

The Collingwood warehouse of ceramicist Samantha McIntyre (aka The Soda Fountain), and Elsa Bryant, is a place for friendship and community.
Interiors

This Serene Point Lonsdale Beach House Is A Minimalistic Dream

This simple beach bungalow in Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula has been beautifully renovated for rest and relaxation.
Gardens

7 Container-Friendly Herbs + Plants To Grow This Season

You don't need a big garden to bring in a bountiful harvest! Discover container-friendly herbs and plants here.
Architecture

A Hardworking Sydney Cottage Immersed In Its Garden

How Retallack Thompson unlocked space in this inner-west Sydney home, without removing the 20-metre gum tree in the backyard!
Architecture

This Family Home Feels Like Its Floating Above The Treetops

A new house in one of Melbourne's leafiest suburbs beautifully embraces nature, both inside and out.
Architecture

A 1920s Perth Home Makeover With Italian Flair + Roof Gardens

The Perth family home of Zarq Studio director Zac Evangelisti blends 1920s charm with glamorous European influences.
Interiors

Mid-Century Modern Meets Sun-Drenched Ease With California Ranch Style

Discover how to get this modern, laid-back look at home.
Home of the Month

A Family’s Storybook Mudbrick Home With Soul

The 1980s mudbrick home of Effie Mann and Simon Hill is made with local, recycled timbers that tell stories of North Warrandyte’s history.
Interiors

A Candy-Pink Renovation In A Warehouse Apartment

Located inside Melbourne's former MacRobertson Chocolate Factory, this apartment reveals a mash-up of colours and industrial flair.
Shopping

43 Affordable Artworks The TDF Team Are Adding To Cart

A list of local, affordable art we're loving right now - priced between $50 and $2000!
Architecture

There’s Over 60,000 Tiles In This Federation Home Makeover

Aiming for the feel of a chic Milanese apartment, this renovation by Studio Ceravolo introduces an interesting use of soft colour and thousands of tiles.
Gardens

A Lush Bondi Garden That Extends Both Outside + Inside The Home

This garden has been designed not just as a pretty backdrop, but to be fully intertwined with the interiors — quite literally!
Gardens

This New Garden Is A Slice Of Blairgowrie’s Foreshore

Strolling through this Mornington Peninsula garden feels like walking along the nearby beach.
Architecture

This Pink Bungalow Was Cleverly Redesigned For An Architect's Parents

This charming brick bungalow in regional Victoria was renovated as a 'gift' from the architect to his parents, allowing them to age in place.
Interiors

6 Popular Flooring Options To Consider For Your Home

Explore the best flooring options from our Design Directory to find out which one works best in your home.
Architecture

This Brick Family Abode Hides A Clever Renovation + A Secret Bathroom!

A well-loved family home is given a timely renovation to improve indoor-outdoor flow and a new work-from-home routine.
Homes

A Charming 1920s Family Bungalow In Bangalow

Claire Hickey and Daniel Oliver have built their life in the Northern Rivers around this gorgeous 1920s house and garden.
Stays

These NSW Coastal Cabins Feel Like ‘School Camp' For Adults!

This nostalgic beachside compound in Jervis Bay is the ultimate spot for big groups, with room for up to 20 guests!
Architecture

How This Couple Revived Their Pre-1900s Queensland Cottage

Returned to its former glory, this character-filled home proudly exemplifies what can be achieved with 'unloved old housing stock'.
Architecture

This Interwar Home Has A Pop Of Colour In Every Room

Located in Ballarat, this old interwar home goes against the grain with its subtle yet playful renovation.
Shopping

Shop TDF's Ultimate Mother's Day Gift Guide!

Find something special for your mum with these TDF-approved gifts — priced between under $50 to $300!
On The Market

This Beautifully Restored 1842 Tasmanian Cottage Is On The Market

A once crumbling Georgian cottage has been completely revived. And now the award-winning home is on the market.
Architecture

How This Quirky Backyard Studio Transformed A Family Home

This eye-catching addition in the backyard of a Melbourne family home was designed with multigenerational living in mind.
Creative People

A French Luxury Car Brand + Melbourne Perfumery Team Up For An Alluring Collab

PEUGEOT has teamed up with Flâner fragrances for a signature scent. Find out how you can try it for yourself this weekend.
Architecture

Before + After: An Inspired 1970s Canberra Family Apartment Reno

This colourful renovation shows the potential of well-built, established apartments as modern day family homes.
Interiors

How To Embrace Retro Sophistication With Soft '70s Style

Architects Jessie Fowler and Tara Ward, of Fowler and Ward, share their top tips for re-creating this tactile and fun style at home.
Homes

The Enchanting Country Estate Of The Owners Of 'Shag' Vintage

Step inside The Stones — a historic house and garden being lovingly restored on a rambling estate in regional Victoria.
Gardens

8 Planting + Design Tips For Small Gardens

Two landscape designers share their expert knowledge for planting on small plots.
Interiors

There’s Nothing Boring About This 1980s Treehouse Makeover

The original vibe of this 1980s home has been retained and enhanced, with colourful renovations.
Studio Visit

This Designer Makes 3D-Printed Homewares Look Better Than Ever

Not many designers have made 3D-printed homewares look as elegant and elevated as Brisbane-based FRANCA Studio.
Stays

Inside Two Of Byron Bay’s Most Luxurious Holiday Homes

These incredible holiday rentals feel like a private resort you can book out for yourself, and all your favourite people.
On The Market

This Perfectly Preserved '70s Home By Alistair Knox Is For Sale

Homes like this 1970s gem in Victoria’s Dandenong Ranges don’t come on the market every day.
Shopping

Beloved Melbourne Cafe Florian Opens A (Very) Cute New Homewares Store

The best friends behind Melbourne cafe Florian have opened a new homewares store, selling tableware, vintage glasses, and more.
Interiors

All The Inspiring Finalists From The 2025 Dulux Colour Awards

The finalists for the 39th annual Dulux Colour Awards are here.
Climate

We Love Mid-Century Homes — But Are They Energy Efficient?

Energy advisor Tim Forcey assesses the sustainability of this 1960s family home. Find out how it stacks up!
Homes

A 1990s Byron Bay A-Frame Home On The Edge Of Nature

Architects Laura Muirhead and Peter Tanevski are the new custodians of a special 1990s home designed by the late architect, Gina Ghioni.
Interiors

An Old Country Hospital Turned Sentimental Family Home

A building with a storied past gets a new lease on life after a clever renovation by Pipkorn Kilpatrick.
Gardens

5 Seedlings To Plant Now For A Bountiful Cool Season Harvest

Urban permaculture gardener and author Connie Cao shares the best seedlings to plant now for a bountiful harvest in winter!
Architecture

Nostalgia Meets Forward Thinking Design In This Mid-Century Reno

This 1950s Northern Beaches house has been transformed to function like an entirely new home.
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.
Gardens

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.
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