Give a designer a rule, and they’ll show you the exception with surprising, stylish and colourful results. We spoke to five designers about the design rules they most like to break – ones that will encourage you to create your own unique home without limitations. Rule 1: White, light bedrooms create … Read more
Colours come and go, but red – whether lipstick, carnation, oxblood or apple – can transform a space like no other. “Red is said to evoke emotions, grab attention and make a statement, so it’s no wonder it’s the colour most commonly used to signal danger,” says designer Matt Woods … Read more
No one wants their home to look cheap, but the idea of it feeling “expensive” feels simplistic and pretentious, doesn’t it? What I want is for my home to be inviting, homely, interesting, and comfortable. The thing is, if your home is all those things, it will, in effect, look … Read more
Just moved into a new home? Wondering where to splash your cash and where you’re better off budgeting? It might be tempting to go all out on the most extravagant furnishings and homewares, but we assure you there are several parts of your home you definitely don’t need to blow … Read more
It has been a strong start to 2024 for Australian housing markets with house prices up already 2.2 per cent. If this rate of growth continues, it is possible that Australian house prices will increase more than 10 per cent this year. Fundamentally, there are many reasons why the outlook … Read more
If life is a journey, a curated home is one that tells a story of that voyage. For prestige home owners, that tale is not only multilayered but global. “In a well-travelled person’s house, international materials or pieces show a level of confidence and sophistication that adds distinction to a … Read more
Here are some very common mistakes first-time buyers make, and how to avoid them: Not making use of government grants, discounts and schemes There are quite a number of different grants, discounts and schemes for first-time buyers, and while that will mean doing your research, it’s time well spent if it means … Read more
Lending to property investors has reached a six-year high as a share of total home lending, far outpacing the proportion that goes to first home buyers. Just over 36 per cent of all housing finance in December went to investors, ABS figures show, up from about 23 per cent in … Read more
In an era where sustainable living often conjures images of lavish, architecturally designed homes with hefty price tags, a quiet revolution is underway. At the heart of this movement are Earthships — affordable, off-grid homes that merge sustainability with financial sensibility.“Earthships are a concept developed by American architect Michael Reynolds … Read more
Organizing your living room means making it a more welcoming space for you and your family to enjoy some more relaxation time. Here’s how. Your living room should be a place that welcomes and nurtures you – your haven from the cares of the world and a place where … Read more