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POET’S DREAM Robert Gordon lets history unfold in its new ‘Poet’s Dream’ collection. Paying homage to founder Gordon’s ancestor, Edward Dyson – a prolific journalist, poet and playwright – the collection mixes the family’s artistic heritage with cera

A nod to the laid-back luxury of the Australian lifestyle, the new Fleur collection from King celebrates the curvaceous form. With distinctive silhouettes, changeable covers and adjustable backrests, the sophisticated range is a lesson in timeless re

With its rugged wilderness, coastal vistas and lush hinterland, Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, just one hour’s drive from Melbourne, is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle. Whether you want to breathe in the fresh sea air at a cute-as-a-b

Bringing an older property into the modern era takes masses of patience and a steadfast vision. For heritage-home lover Fleur, the intricacies of the renovation process are always worth the character-filled outcome. The home she shares with her husba

Who: Tania Robinson, founder and creative director of artisanal candle brand Southern Wild Co. What she does: Celebrates Australia’s landscape and culture using the evocative power of scent. Where: Central Tablelands, NSW. Why she does it: “I want to

With a reputation for designing trailblazing buildings across the globe, architect Greg and his wife Nancy chose to use a different design muscle when they took on the renovation of a 200-year-old farmhouse. Instead of putting their own spin on the s

12. L’Occitane ‘Uplifting’ home perfume, $39/100ml, The Iconic. 5. ‘The Mini Resin’ watch in Tan/Nougat, $139, The Horse. 6. Tort resin comb in Mixed Tortoiseshell, $14.95, Seed Heritage.

Whether you are unwinding over a mug of tea, snuggling up for family movie night or clinking glasses with guests, your living area is the meeting point for connection and calm in your home. However, if you’ve made the fit-out of the space an aftertho

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The week Veronica and Mark moved into their home was life-changing in every way. “Two days later I gave birth to our baby girls,” recalls Veronica. “We came home with a new family to a brand new house – albeit with no kitchen sink! It was overwhelmin

When designing a kitchen, there are countless decisions to make, and a key consideration is cabinetry hardware. Do you opt for knobs, pulls or a combination of both, or choose concealed or minimalist styles? As handles are one of the most tactile ite

Flowers and foliage bring beauty to a garden, but hardscaping is the true hero of a backyard. These human-made elements are “the bones of your garden”, says garden designer Emma Carew-Reid of Embrace Garden Design. “It’s the stone, wood, brick and pe

Step inside the bathroom of your dreams – the feature tiles you’ve been lusting over, tapware to die for, and maybe even that freestanding tub you’ve always coveted. It’s a vision straight from your Pinterest board, but something is not quite right a

Love is in the details, and that certainly goes for your table setting and menu – especially on Mother’s Day. This year, HB editor-in-chief Elle Lovelock created a vibrant autumn table fit for a very special celebration indeed, her first Mother’s Day

With more time spent at home last year, Saul Myers found staying put was the perfect opportunity to make the most of his sprawling block on the NSW Central Coast. Having previously teamed up with HB to renovate a beach house, which he shares with his

FROM A DIVINE BEACH PAD TO A FABULOUS FAMILY SANCTUARY AND TWO CLASSIC STUNNERS, OUR ANNUAL BUMPER GUIDE IS PACKED WITH DREAMY INSPIRATION AND ADVICE TO HELP YOU CREATE YOUR FOREVER HOME ■

KITCHEN & BAR (COMBINED) CABINETRY: $28,000. BENCHTOP: $18,500. APPLIANCES: $9200. BAR STOOLS: $1500. LIGHTING: $1500. SINK: $810. TAPWARE: $625. TILING: $200. TOTAL: $60,335. WHO Nicole and husband Evan; and their daughter Charlotte, 13. WHERE Sydne

Makes 1 Half fill a Champagne flute with rosé sparkling wine. Top with 2 ice cubes and 3 torn mint leaves. Add 2 teaspoons of lime juice, 1 tablespoon of peach schnapps and 2 tablespoons of fresh watermelon juice. Use a swizzle stick to combine. Top

WHO Natalie and husband Jamie; sons Jake, 18, and Josh, 16; and Buddy the labrador and Tessa the caboodle. WHERE Bunbury, WA. THE DREAM To create a low-maintenance heritage home near the beach for a family of four using non-toxic products throughout

WHO Alison, an interior designer; her husband Dave; and their daughter Ava, five. WHERE Melbourne, Victoria. THE DREAM To renovate a period-style home, give it a new lease of life and prove that you can reinstate beauty without knocking them down. WH

Finding your ideal home is a huge step - our homes are where we create memories as a family, express our inner style and feel most relaxed. But how do you know whether your current abode - with a major renovation or renewed design - could be all you’

WHO Andrew, a defence consultant; his wife Christine, a stay-at-home mum; daughters Georgia, 19, Viktoria, 15, and Annabelle, 13; as well as Christine’s mum Tania and Margaux the poochon. WHERE Geelong, Victoria. THE DREAM To add a new extension to a

Their shared story spans more than two decades, but high-school sweethearts Annette and Ryan are also one in their passion for the signature house that defines their home city of Brisbane. “Before we had kids, we lived in a beautiful Queenslander, wh