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A Melbourne Beach House With Modern Mediterranean Vibes

This new home combines hotel-like luxury with natural materials to create a rejuvenating coastal sanctuary.

A Jaw-Dropping Potts Point Penthouse With Personality

In a building full of nearly identical apartments, Skyline Reverie stands out for its sculptural interiors, and one of the best possible views of Sydney Harbour.

This 1907 Farmhouse Has A Delightfully Unexpected Interior

A chance encounter between the owners and Berlin-born designers Hülle & Fülle led to the idyllic renovation of this farmhouse in the Byron Shire.

This Neutral Coastal Home Renovation Is Anything But Boring

The fresh interiors of this Sydney family home perfectly balance simple beachside vibes with contemporary details.

How To Embrace Earthy Eclecticism In Your Home + WIN a $3500 Tigmi Voucher!

Find out how to style artful interiors with vintage pieces. Plus, you could win a voucher to spend on a new Tigmi rug!

A Designer’s New Coastal Home For Multigenerational Living

This new coastal home doesn’t look like a new-build thanks to a natural, layered material palette by its designer owner.

This Compact 1930s Sydney Apartment Is A Minimalist’s Dream

An interior designer has curated the ultimate pared-back home for himself inside this heritage complex.

Renovation Diaries

Renovation Diaries: An Original 1960s Melbourne Apartment, Transformed For $65,000

How architect Nick Sweetland completely transformed his 1960s Melbourne apartment in just four months on a $65,000 budget.

How To Create A Blissful Bathroom Worth Spending Time In

Find out how to make your bathroom feel like a relaxing sanctuary with these simple styling tips.

This New Sydney House Takes Its Cues From Mid-Century Design

Designed to frame incredible waterfront views, this brand-new Northern Beaches family home has an air of nostalgia.

Inside A Family’s Wonderfully Eclectic Northern Rivers Farmhouse

This farmhouse near Byron Bay feels warm and whimsical after a renovation by Studio Isaza.

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!

A Bold Six-Week Luxury Brisbane Apartment Makeover

‘Go bold or go home,’ was Design Scout’s philosophy for this Brisbane apartment renovation, achieved in lightning speed.

How To Nail The Impossibly Chic, Modern British Interior Style

Vibrant, whimsical, and lived-in with a few glamorous touches — discover how to capture the effortlessly elegant English interior look.

This Cosy Coastal Home In Jervis Bay Is An Idyllic Getaway

Book a stay at Baia, a perfectly peaceful escape on the South Coast of New South Wales.

Before + After: This Artist’s Sydney Terrace Feels Like A Fancy Hotel

Artist Annalisa Ferraris' renovated terrace hides a chic parlour room, a French bistro-inspired kitchen, and a blue bar!

How This 1970s Modernist Home Was Reimagined For Modern Living

This Melbourne home has been renovated in homage to its original features, like its retro spice rack and beautiful parquetry floors!

How To Embrace A Soft Modern Interior Style

Architect Rosanna Ceravolo of Studio Ceravolo shares her top tips and furniture picks for curating a home with sophisticated, subtle flair.

Behind A Pink Door, This Victorian Family Home Is Fun + Feminine

Claremont House is an elegant Melbourne home, designed by Angela Harry and Simone Haag for a family of women.

This Bondi Home Hides Pops Of Purple Within Its Concrete Walls

The robust concrete and timber building reveals new earthy interiors, designed around a colourful abstract artwork.

A 1900s North Hobart Home Designed To Relax, Recharge + Reset

This home renovation by This Vacant Space offers the sense of being on holiday, while still feeling unmistakably like home.

See The Brilliant Winners From The 2025 Dulux Colour Awards!

The most outstanding projects from the 39th prestigious Dulux Colour Awards have been revealed.

How To Style A Kid's Room That Will Take Them From Baby To Tween

Discover the best furniture, lighting and storage options to take your kid's room from nursery to tween retreat!

Ogee Guesthouse Is Just As Elegant As Its Restaurant Namesake

Keep the dinner party going at North Hobart's newest stay, Ogee Guesthouse.

How To Create A Sophisticated Living Room With Italian Flair

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

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.

A ‘90s Faux Period Build Made Stylish Sanctuary

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

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.

A Designer’s Adventurous Art Deco Apartment

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

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!

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.

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.

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

Discover how to get this modern, laid-back look at home.

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.

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.

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!

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.

There’s Nothing Boring About This 1980s Treehouse Makeover

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

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.

All The Inspiring Finalists From The 2025 Dulux Colour Awards

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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

How SpaceCraft Joinery transformed a kitchen, bathroom, and barely-functioning laundry with colour and a $90,000 budget!

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!

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.

How A Stylist Turned This ‘Crumbling’ Warehouse Into His Unique Home

From the shell of a run-down art deco building, Tim Neve has created a playful and textural Newcastle home.

A 2000s Southern Highlands Home Transformed In Five Months

How Arent&Pyke elevated a feature-less country house with Italian designer furniture and bespoke detailing.

Inside An Epic + Earthy Home With Views Of The Blue Mountains

Everything about this new build in NSW’s Blue Mountains was designed to complement the sweeping natural landscape.

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

This small but mighty Sydney apartment is a masterclass on maximising space and bold design moments. See the transformation!

A Country Homestead Designed To Get Better With Age

This family holiday home on an olive grove in regional Western Australia reveals a warm renovation filled with natural materials.

How To Inject Unexpected Colour Into A Heritage Home

Melbourne-based architect Lisa Breeze has a knack for transforming heritage homes with colour and pattern, here's how she does it.

Renovation Diaries

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

A DIY-er shares the lessons he learnt transforming his small Prahran apartment — and exactly how much he spent!

A Breezy New Melbourne Home, Styled With Vibrant Colour

Mid-century influences in this Brunswick East new-build are elevated by playful styling.

How To Refresh Your Bedroom With An Elegant ‘Less Is More’ Approach

Transform your bedroom into a peaceful sanctuary with 'back to basics' styling.

This Renovated Barn Reveals A Modern Take On Country Style

Located in NSW, this former stables turned holiday home hides a refined yet rustic makeover.

How To Upcycle An Old Display Cabinet

DIY expert Geneva Vanderzeil shares her step-by-step guide for reviving an old timber cabinet at home!

Renovation Diaries

Renovation Diaries: How A 10-Year Makeover Transformed This Family's 1970s Unit

This playful Melbourne brick unit was creatively transformed over a two-part renovation, spanning 10 years!

A Designer’s ‘Not For Resale’ Wellington Family Home

How interior designer Karla Devine completely personalised this 1940s Wellington weatherboard home for her family.

8 Memorable 'Before + After' Transformations From 2024

Is there any greater inspiration than a jaw-dropping 'before and after' transformation? Here are 8 of our favourites from 2024.

This Spectacular Alpine Retreat Overlooks NZ's Snowcapped Mountains

Located in Wānaka, a resort ski town in New Zealand, this striking home is equal parts rustic and refined.

5 Ways To Inject Bold + Refined Maximalist Style At Home

Interior decorator Marilyn Raju shares her top tips for transforming a minimalist interior into one with a maximalist sensibility.

Renovation Diaries

Renovation Diaries: An Accessible + Sophisticated Family Home Makeover

Alishia Misevski turned a faux-period house into a luxurious and accessible home for her young family. Here’s how she did it, and what she spent!

Bring Beachy Vibes To Any Room With These Textural Finishes + Furniture Picks

Love rattan, timber and woven furniture? Explore our shopping guide to the best coastal-inspired pieces for your home.

A Light-Filled Reinvention Of A 1920s Queenslander

Bones Studio have brought light and greenery into this 1920s Brisbane home through a transformative void and reconfigured floorplan.

Before + After: A Couple’s Clever 75-Square-Metre Apartment Renovation

Designer Elliot Bastianon transformed this '50s Canberra apartment's look and energy performance — see the (unrecognisable) before photos.

A Graceful Victorian Addition With A Japanese Onsen Feel

Taking inspiration from Japanese onsens, interior designers Edward Street enhanced the feeling of calm in this Surrey Hills home.

How To Style An Eclectic + Elevated Beach Shack

Interior designer Edwina Glenn shares her top tips for integrating 'low-key' luxury with Aussie beach shack style.

How To Style A Renovated Heritage Home, With Page Stewart

Design firm Page Stewart shares how they refreshed this Edwardian family home and their advice for balancing old and new spaces.

A Family’s Hardworking + Heartwarming California Bungalow

This Perth family home combines its old soul with a new extension, shaped around leafy garden spaces.

This Restored Heritage Home In Tasmania Is Full Of Old-World Charm

One of Launceston’s most significant heritage houses has just been sentimentally restored.

Renovation Diaries

Renovation Diaries: How This Colourful Apartment Came Together In Just 6 Weeks

The homeowner made this 1960s Melbourne apartment his own with bold splashes of colour. See the budget breakdown for the $47k renovation!