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your kitchen, your way The fabulous Rachael Turner from Front Porch properties has a knack for producing stunning renovation results using clever and affordable solutions. Her latest Burleigh Heads project is no exception, helping the homeowner achie

COMBINING STRIPED STYLE AND WEATHER-RESISTANT FUNCTION, BUSINESS & PLEASURE CO’S NEW OUTDOOR PILLOW AND CUSHION COLLECTION INCLUDES A VERSATILE RANGE OF PILLOWS, CUSHIONS, RECLINERS AND EVEN A MODULAR PILLOW STACK, ALL OF WHICH CAN BE MIXED AND MATCH

My dream kitchen is the one you find under the stairs in old houses – both practical, simple and filled with family and friends sharing good times. Those under-the-stairs kitchens can best be seen in period dramas, such as Downton Abbey and Upstairs

Who: Melissa Ladkin, a painter and member of the Indigenous Art Code as well as the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia. What she does: As a contemporary Aboriginal artist, Melissa paints with ochre on linen. Where: Bundjalung Country, Byron Bay,

Proudly made in Australia and exclusive to Domayne, the King Koil by A.H. Beard Intimate Providence Plush Mattress is what dreams are made of. Premium fabrics and luxurious comfort layers deliver support to the contours of your body for your most enj

You’ll be tempted to tap the snooze button more than once when you discover the difference between a so-so mattress and a premium one. Boasting luxurious sleep surface innovation, the Dunlopillo Mauritius Mattress is the ultimate in high-end comfort.

You’ll feel like royalty when you sink into the ultra-plush Sealy Posturepedic Crown Jewel Iridescent Plush Mattress with luxurious cloud-like cushioning layers supported by Sealy’s three-stage Posturepedic spring system. Ideal for side sleepers who

The heritage beach boxes of Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula are highly sought after and tightly held, passed down from generation to generation, so it’s rare to catch a glimpse inside one (unless you’re the lucky owner). The owners of this Mount Mart

Successfully translating the story of a home with one foot in the past and one in the present is a delicate business. It’s like authoring a book whose beginning was written in a distinctly different era and crafting an ending for today that’s not onl

GENTLY DOES IT When Natalie and Josh built their Sydney home for their family, now with three children under nine, it was about planning ahead. To do this they turned to Jodi York of Studio York Architects. “Building a home is never easy, but given N

The owner of this sanctuary on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Lynne, is a collector of design ideas. She has gleaned images from magazines, Insta and Pinterest for years, room by room, and now they magically intermingle in her dream home. But you can hav

The owner of this relaxed family home, interior designer Nikki, has a confession. “There’s one piece of coral on our credenza,” she says when asked if the home’s coastal location on Sydney’s Northern Beaches has influenced her styling decisions. “It

With its bold facade and bright and airy interior, this two-storey Californian bungalow with a Hamptons twist is a far cry from the boxy home Kate and Alex purchased in 2014. “It was a bit of an ugly duckling that didn’t present too well,” Kate recal

To successfully transform 2.5 hectares of cow paddocks into a showstopping and intricate garden, you need to do two things. You have to work incredibly hard and you also have to dream big. That’s exactly what co-owners Ali Mentesh and Wayne Morrissey

We spend a lot of time in our bathroom – from getting ready in the mornings to relaxing in a bath in the evenings – so it’s important that the illumination is perfect, no matter what your needs are. Sometimes forgotten, occasionally an afterthought,

The splashback sets a stylish yet understated base with Manual Craquele subway tiles in Cian from Tile & Stone Warehouse. The Smeg stove and oven, plus the Great British butler’s sink from Belfast Sinks, are perfect for entertaining. Interior decorat

“Make sure there are layers and textures if you are keeping a neutral colour palette,” suggests interior designer, Rebecca Smout. “Steer away from the same finishes and profiles, as you need your kitchen to have depth and intrigue, otherwise it will

With their Italian heritage, food and entertaining are a big part of family life for the owners of this kitchen. They invested in high quality appliances, including an integrated Sub-Zero fridge, freezer and wine fridge, as well as a Wolf freestandin

Inspired by the cottage’s original colour scheme, yellow and terracotta were reintroduced in a more muted way, with Dulux Deep Sun for under-bench cabinets, paired with Dulux Grand Piano on the pantry and overhead cabinets. To complement the warmth,

Designed to double as a casual dining table, a significant proportion of the under-bench space of the island was left open, allowing room to acccomodate the Mattiazzi ‘Osso’ stools from HG Furniture Solutions. Resene Sea Fog paint was chosen for the

Tactile choices include VJ panelling below the island, subway splashback tiles from Leader Bathrooms & Kitchens and a Turner Hastings ribbed fireclay sink. For added warmth, The Table Maker & Co used reclaimed timber for the custom open shelving team

The bench and island are enveloped in Calacatta Oro marble, from Sydney Tile Gallery. Brass Perrin & Rowe tapware from The English Tapware Company and a trio of ‘Alborg’ large stacked pendants from The Montauk Lighting Co pick up the tones in the mar

Following the “golden triangle rule”, the kitchen’s three main work areas – stove, sink and refrigerator – are all within easy reach of each other. An appliance cupboard houses the owners’ ECM ‘Giotto’ espresso machine, while twin rangehoods above th

Creating your ideal kitchen in a new build can be exciting but also nerve-racking. After all, with a blank canvas you have unlimited opportunities to bring every feature you’ve ever wanted to life. At the same time, the sheer abundance of options can

A favourite feature is the abundance of easy access storage. “There’s even secret hidey holes where I can stash the kids’ toys,” says Corrine of the sectioned storage zones, including an inner drawer pantry. The couple were able to incorporate their

130g day-old rye sourbread, torn700g mixed tomatoes, smaller ones halved, larger ones quartered1 cup basil leaves, larger ones torn60ml (¼ cup) extra virgin olive oil2 tsp aged red wine vinegar2 tsp vincotto2 cups large rocket leaves, sliced12 marina

Taking to the roads of Italy behind a steering wheel is a brave choice in any of the country’s 20 regions, but as locals will proudly tell you, Sicily is in a league of its own. The speed limits on road signs seem to be mere suggestions, and the blar