Bathrooms are no longer merely a functional space but a place to linger longer and enjoy an ambience of luxury at home. And while we would all love a spacious bathroom, sometimes we have to make … [Read more...]

Imagine if leaving your door unlocked was actually more of the norm than a forgetful thing to do. Imagine being able to leave your doors open, so the cool breeze that accompanies the late spring and … [Read more...]

It’s a question that plagues the minds of renters, buyers, sellers and real estate agents. What increases the value of a home? As the design trends change and fads fade, there are still 5 things that … [Read more...]

Learn more about how white shutters can add a special vibe to your place while providing amazing new features. If you open any home or lifestyle magazine, chances are that there will be at least an … [Read more...]

Since your home is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make in your life, it’s important that you’re able to see some return on that investment - aside from the fact that you’re hopefully going … [Read more...]

Looking for a way to make the most of your limited space? Stackable storage may be the answer, a stylish and practical way to organise and revamp your home. There’s storage solutions for all different … [Read more...]

Owning your first home is one of the most exciting and important prospects of anyone’s lives. Buying a new home is an attractive option for many people, although building your own home certainly has … [Read more...]

Luxaflex Window Fashions has launched a new collection of lively animal block prints and motifs in a variety of colourways, for Aussie homes. Available in blockout and translucent opacities, the … [Read more...]

Australia has just endured one of its driest winters, and little relief is on the horizon with the Bureau of Meteorology predicting an even dryer and warmer summer in 2018/2019. Being mindful of water … [Read more...]

Spring brings with it so many familiar feelings. Restoration, excitement, and the promise of warmer weather and longer days. It’s important that you translate these feelings to your home, so that you … [Read more...]

Decorating can be a daunting task, you’re not sure where to start and there is a blank canvas in front of you. Well instead of sorting through paint strips and carpet designs for days on end, here are … [Read more...]

Moving an entire household is a serious undertaking, and to be executed effectively, it’s important to plan appropriately when moving from one place to another. In addition to packing up the house, … [Read more...]

Builder, Interior Designer and leading expert in Hamptons style, Natalee Bowen has created stunning properties here in Australia and in New York. She has also created three handy guides to achieving … [Read more...]

If you want your home to be as unique as possible, you are not alone. Most people would admit to wanting their home to be unique, and in part that is because a home can be an accurate expression of … [Read more...]

While interior décor may be at the forefront of every home-owners decision, there’s no disputing that the outdoor design and style is a make or break. After all it is the first impression for guests … [Read more...]

A lot of people get to the age whereby their home is too big and too lonely for them. This happens to a lot of people when they reach retirement age. If your parents have reached this point, you can … [Read more...]

It’s one of those weird ironies of modern life that we’re surrounded by comfort, luxuries and opportunities that our ancestors could only dream of, but in many ways and according to many metrics, … [Read more...]

With global warming and climate change threatening to wreak havoc in our lives, proper and safe disposal of trash should already be common practice. If you haven’t researched about proper junk removal … [Read more...]

Household owners have this habit of making everything a DIY project – even fixing things. While it does help you save money, there are chances when you could make things worse than fixing them. For … [Read more...]

Having a checklist of what you need to do (and several sets of helping hands) can make a daunting task like moving a piece of cake. This is the reason why we strongly recommend planning everything … [Read more...]

Moving house often tops the list as one of life’s most stressful experiences, and Aussies are on the move more than ever before. The Australian Bureau of Statistics states that 90 per cent of young … [Read more...]

Every house has that special something that makes it feel more like a home. Whether that’s something as large scale as a home extension or something as small as buying a garage for a bit of extra … [Read more...]

Such a joyful and responsible event, like buying a bed, often entails a number of difficulties, the first of which is the purchase of a new mattress. It would seem, when it comes to shopping, I've sat … [Read more...]

When it comes to DIY, there are few projects that won't involve some form of drilling. Every homeowner needs a reliable drill and drill bits so that they can take on all kinds of different projects … [Read more...]

We would all love to live in a luxurious pad, wouldn’t we? If you ever watched the programme MTV Cribs, you probably drooled over the amazing properties that were displayed, right? While you may not … [Read more...]

It is anything but an easy life for a locksmith. You have to stay up more nights than owls do. And you have to take the calls when your customers make them. All this can take a toll on your … [Read more...]

When it comes to selling a property you’ll quickly realise that there is a lot more involved than putting up a ‘For Sale’ sign and waiting for the offers to roll in. Property sales are tightly … [Read more...]

When it comes to pests, one of the primary causes of concern for most homeowners are termites. Although small, these insects can cause a huge amount of damage to your home in a relatively short amount … [Read more...]

Every renovator hits unexpected snags along the way, but who do you turn to in a construction crisis? Deborah Hutton has faced this dilemma a number of times on her renovation journey as she changes … [Read more...]

Your front door can make a great first impression. It connects colours, materials and textures from your façade, through to your interior, creating a particular look and feel. Corinthian Doors has … [Read more...]

There's no denying how useful solar energy can be in minimising, if not mitigating, the perpetually rising costs in electricity prices. It also helps the Earth through the significant reduction of … [Read more...]

In the United Kingdom, the bulk of fuel bills paid by households is made up of central heating and hot water. The estimated amount may be larger or smaller in actual homes. Central heating is a … [Read more...]

Ask any real estate agent, and they will tell you that when you put your home on the market, you are not selling a property or land. Nope, you’re selling a dream. This is where people often go wrong … [Read more...]

With the official start of Spring on 1 September, the most effective way to keep your garden looking good and get the best out of your plants is small but regular upkeep of your outdoor spaces … [Read more...]

Australia is famed for expansive backyards and unique plant life; however maintenance of lush outdoor spaces can come at an economic and environmental cost. To help reduce single-use plastic in … [Read more...]