5 tips for setting up your home office
With the current world events, many of us have had to shift our working arrangements – leading to plenty of ad hoc home office setups. So, whether you’re already used to working from home or this is foreign territory, we’re here to share our tips for setting up the perfect home office.
7 ways to use Pantone’s Colour of the Year in your home
Happy 2020! This year’s hue is Classic Blue; a timeless, soothing shade that takes its cue from the night sky. It’s the kind of colour that’s bound to set a relaxing tone no matter where it’s placed. Here are our top picks for introucing Pantone’s colour of the year.
Last minute festive Christmas interior additions (that aren’t tacky tinsel)
They call this the silly season, and for good reason; with our Calendars jam packed with events, work projects and last minute errands, you can be forgiven for putting any thoughts of shiny and shimmery décor on the backburner. But with only 8 sleeps left until Christmas, its high time to get your interior ready for the festive period.
December feels: Playing with pattern for a powerful interior
Something we tend to see more of during this festive season is pattern. So, we thought it only fitting to round off the year with this versatile and wonderful interior design element.
November is all about colour in interiors
While furniture and décor can make for a stylish and functional interior, colour is the foundation of a well-executed space. Colours establish an aesthetic connection between objects and can influence our mood. So, in order to best utilise colour, you need to first understand how these colours behave.
October focus: the elusive element of texture
An often-overlooked element of interior design, texture is the umami of the interior design world – the magic ingredient that makes a room pop. That’s why we’re focussing on this special element this October
September feels: it’s all about the line
From forming the basics of width and height to enabling flow between areas, lines have a profound effect on interior design as they provide a large variety of visual effects. This month, we focus on the interior design element of line.
4 things to consider before designing your dream kitchen
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s also one of the busiest zones of the home, and no longer just a space for cooking. From makeshift study to full-blown entertainment quarter, the modern kitchen requires a multi-functional design in order to keep up with the myriad of different uses. Which is why we’ve come up with this kitchen design “essentials” checklist.
August inspiration from the 7 elements of interior design
The dictionary defines an element as an essential part of something abstract – the most basic form of any larger entity. And while each interior may be designed to a variety of palettes, styles and silhouettes, the overall designs are based on a series of core elements – 7 to be precise. This month is all about how these crucial elements – namely space, line, form, light, colour texture and pattern – inspire and guide us in our interior design journey.
4 Reasons to add linen to your interior this winter
It’s official – Australia has a serious crush on linen (not just the fleeting summer romance kind either). Whether it’s clothing, bed covers, throws or cushions, linen is having an extended moment in the limelight in both fashion and interiors. So, even though the cooler weather is well and truly upon us, there’s no reason to bypass this interior addition.
July: Mid year inspiration from Mid Century design
Clean lines, gentle organic curves and natural materials come together to create a coveted timeless style that is Mid Century Modern.
3 steps to choosing the perfect lighting
Lighting is a key element of interior design. It not only impacts the use of the space, but also the overall look and feel. That’s why it’s crucial to think about lighting design early on in your makeover project.
June is all about Australian makers and designers
You don’t need to travel to Milano’s Design Fair to discover premium furniture and accessories – this month’s feels are all about local makers and designers.
5 rules to finding the perfect rug this winter
The cold weather has finally hit (where was Autumn?!), and this usually means an increased intake of hot chocolate/mulled wine and cosy couch sessions involving a good book/Netflix. With all this extra time spent indoors, now is the time to rug up – quite literally.
May feels straight from Milan Design Week
This month’s feels come to you from one of the edgiest events in the world of design; that is the Milan Design Week 2019, or Salone del Mobile, as they say in Italian.
The fair transforms the city into an exhilarating array of events and exhibitions premiering the latest design trends for the forthcoming year, while luxurious furniture designers introduce their new collections.
7 ways to create an Easter inspired interior
Easter isn’t just about fluffy bunnies or chocolate overdoses – and colourful Easter egg wrappers shouldn’t be the extend of your Easter décor. The holiday’s signature whimsy and pastel palette can be a great way to freshen up your interior.
April Feels: Autumn meets edgy furniture
As the weather cools, wardrobes aren’t the only spaces warranting an update. Get motivated by these edgy autumn-inspired interior additions that are sure to jump-start your seasonal refresh.
Interior feels: March is all about neutral tones
Nude tones, mushroom greys, hazelnut browns and rusty coppers create a sense of simplicity and calmness, while green pairs perfectly with these earthy hues. Whilst using beige and nude shades, we can appreciate the fall and texture of the fabrics rather than the bold use of colour.
6 storage ideas that would make Marie Kondo proud
Tidying expert Marie Kondo has revolutionised the concept of organisation, and it’s easy to see why. Her method for decluttering is simple: Keep only the objects that “spark joy”, discard or donate the rest and then, finally, find a space to store each remaining item. So, in the Marie Kondo spirit, we’ve rounded up our favourites that will send you on your way to storage greatness.
8 ways to incorporate 2019’s curvy interior trend
Move over squares and rectangles; this year is set to embrace the softness of round mirrors, light fittings, rugs – even beds – in interiors. Curves and round shapes provide balance and harmony, acting as a calming element to a home’s traditionally solid, angular structure. These softer shapes are great at connecting elements in a space.