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How To Nail Coastal-Cool Style At Home

Architect Victoria Merrett shares the secrets to creating modern, serene spaces perfect for beachside bliss.

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Interior Inspiration

How To Create A Gender-Neutral Kid's Room Packed With Personality

We've rounded up everything you need to create an energetic yet grounded kids' room with top picks from our Design Directory.

Everything You Need To Style The Ultimate Office

From finding the right desk or comfortable chairs, here's how to furnish your office without sacrificing on style.

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!

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.

Modern Country-Inspired Bathrooms Are Trending — Here’s How To Get The Look

A dreamy new take on the traditional country-style bathroom has emerged — and we're big fans!

How To Style A Home With Creativity + Character

Sydney practice Studio Pulp shares how they use layering to create contemporary spaces, full of tonal colour and texture.

Maximalism Done Right: How To Create A Playful + Balanced Home

Find out how to create a modern and maximalist space that's anything but boring — without going too over the top.

Our Guide To Styling A Calming, Blue-Toned Bedroom

Why blue is the perfect hue to create a serene bedroom that will lull you to sleep!
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24 Versatile Pieces To Host House Guests In Style

Elevate your dining setting, maximise space, and create an inviting guest room experience with these furniture items made for summer hosting.

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Interior Inspiration
How To Bring A Hotel-Like Vibe To Your Backyard This Summer

Recreate the mood of lounging by a hotel pool in your own home, with these styling tips.

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Expert Advice
Discover trending styles and learn from experts about how to re-create their favourite looks at home!
How To Create A Sophisticated Living Room With Italian Flair, With Alessandra Smith →
Set The Mood With Luxurious Colour Drenching, Here's How, With Ruby Shields →
How To Perfect A Warm, Wabi-Sabi Style Interior, with Kim Kneipp  →
How To Create A Sense Of Electic Luxury At Home, With Brahman Perera →
How To Embrace A Soft Modern Interior Style, With Rosanna Ceravolo →
Why Organic, Imperfect Curves Are What Your Interior Needs, With Lauren Li →
How To Embrace Retro Sophistication With Soft '70s Style, With Fowler + Ward →
How To Inject Unexpected Colour Into A Heritage Home, With Lisa Breeze →

Shopping guides

20 Of Our Favourite Dining Chairs For Every Style

Is there a piece of furniture more understated, yet important, than the dining chair? These 20 options provide both function and style.

How To Choose The Right Ceiling Fan For Your Home

From picking the right size, material, and placement, here's what you need to consider when buying a ceiling fan.

Why Every Home Needs A Rug + 30 Of Our Favourites To Shop!

Find out how to inject colour, texture, and warmth into your room with this round-up of our favourite rugs.

The Ultimate Guide To Tiles, Tapware + Bathroom Fixtures For Every Style!

Five of our favourite bathroom styles and how to get the look with products from our Design Directory

12 Great Sofas For Small Spaces

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

Our Favourite Beds + All The Furniture You Need To Style The Perfect Bedroom

Explore the ultimate shopping guide to creating your dream bedroom, with our top picks for beds, side tables, lamps and more.

Our Favourite Kitchen Trends To Watch For In 2025

From vibrant yellow cabinetry, to statement stainless steel surfaces, these key trends will dominate kitchen design in 2025.

Everything You Need To Know About Creating A Banquette Seat

Interior designer Jono Fleming shares his expert advice on banquette seating, and how to get the look at home.

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A Delightful Fitzroy North Terrace For Creative Directors

Noemie Le Coz and Jeremy Elliot’s Melbourne home is a bit like the brand campaigns they design: warm, bright, and minimal, but still with plenty of character.

This Oakleigh Apartment Is A Time Portal To The 1970s

Walking into photographer Sarah Ruhullah’s unassuming apartment, with its all-original 1970s interior, is like stepping back in time.

A Share House Inside One Of Melbourne’s Oldest Terraces, Right By The Beach!

Photographer Daniel Temesgen has made a creative home out of his St Kilda rental, located inside a historic 1860s Victorian complex.

Michelle Banares’ Art Deco Family Apartment

Content creator Michelle Banares lives with her partner and son in a dreamy beachside Melbourne apartment!

An Interior Designer’s Heartwarming Family Home

How Pipkorn Kilpatrick’s Jane Kilpatrick brought a sense of serenity to her Northcote family home.

A Mid-Century-Inspired Kitchen For Entertaining In Style

This contemporary kitchen looks straight out of the 1960s, but with the functionality of today.
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