Home Design

Welcome to the annual Collector’s Edition, where we are celebrating what we stand for: decorating, building and renovating. Art is such an important part of any home and cost shouldn’t be a prohibitor in adding that finishing touch to your interior d

Introducing Dyson’s latest range of heating and cooling purifiers: the Dyson Purifier Hot+CoolTM Gen 1, Dyson Purifier CoolTM Gen 1 and Dyson Purifier CoolTM Formaldehyde. Equipped with Dyson’s core filtration and airflow technology for high-quality,

Hotel Realm in Canberra has opened its new flagship restaurant, Louis Dining, in the inner-city suburb of Barton, featuring a sophisticated fit-out with sumptuous European touches designed by Australian architecture and interior design office Luchett

Like the first buds of spring, Bloom is simply spectacular. Radiant day or night, illuminated porcelain buds ascend to higher levels, echoing the natural patterns of the blooms that inspired them. Designed and handcrafted in the UK by Haberdashery, t

Los Angeles-based artist Matt Gondek boasts a celebrity clientele and sold-out exhibitions around the world. “Deconstructive pop art” is how Matt describes the style of work he creates. While it may appear playful and carefree at first sight, the tru

“We were able to keep the heritage features of our original 1909 home and incorporate an upper-level extension which elevated the period home into the modern age. This extension gave us more space and a luxe and relaxing zone to enjoy while not remov

“The short-term implementation of the reno was priceless. It took just less than three months, but without S&S, it would take at least a year. Our house now is bright and airy. Neil and his whole team are responsible for the final result. The boys we

“During the 22 years living in my little unit, nothing was improved from the original cheap late 1970s build. It featured a tiny dank bathroom with included laundry and separate toilet. To fit everything in was the biggest hurdle. Now, every time I w

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Whether it’s renovating a kitchen, bathroom or the exterior of your abode, or even if you’re contemplating a complete home renovation, creating your dream dwelling can be exciting. Not only will you increase its value, you can boost functionality and

Proudly Australian owned and operated, and backed by more than 99 years of industry experience, Embelton has established itself as the flooring supplier of choice for leading architects and interior designers. Featuring flooring in some of Australia’

Smith & Sons Geelong was faced with a predicament when creating the new addition for this gorgeous old home. The owners’ request for an addition that housed a master suite with walk-in robe and ensuite was one the team did not take lightly. Destined

Nestled in the picturesque leafy suburb of Pearl Beach, the design of this home takes every opportunity to capture the exquisite views of Lion Island and Broken Bay. From the open-plan kitchen and living space to the floating spotted gum staircase, t

Preserving the beauty of an older home while marrying it to a contemporary addition can be a challenge. In this renovation from Sarah Bryant, architect, and Tom Minifie, graduate architect, the original property needed more than a little TLC. “The ho

Don’t put up with noisy bathroom fans any longer! The Fanco Hybrid fan offers high levels of extraction and low levels of noise. Quick and easy to retro-fit, the Hybrid boasts a high-quality European motor and a sleek design featuring a matt fascia i

When it comes to architectural design, the choice of cladding can significantly impact the overall aesthetic appeal and durability of a built structure. Weathertex, a renowned provider of high-quality timber cladding solutions, has introduced a groun

Camillo may have started its life as a mission-brown building with a rabbit warren of rooms lined in pine, akin in design to a Swedish sauna, but the destination you see now is light years from its original incarnation. The owners, Clare Hillier and

Picture this: you’re given free rein to design your dream home. What key considerations would you put in place? What are the things that would make your home feel unique and special — as if it were truly built for you? In Victoria’s Kew, this 620 squ

Our homes are an extension of our style and personality, but certain elements have proven to stand the test of time better than others. Plantation shutters can successfully change the look and feel of any space while remaining timeless in their aesth

Some homes lack personality. Thanks to a recent update by David Puckering and Nicole Rutherford from The Stylesmiths, this property in Melbourne’s Bayside boasts an exuberant sense of play and style that transports the mind to Palm Springs. Yet this

This classic, double-fronted heritage abode has had a sophisticated upgrade featuring moody, textural tones and loads of natural light. With a brief to restore this once drab heritage home to its former glory, the owners also chose to open it up, cre

Proudly crafted by more than four generations in regional Victoria, Eureka Woodheaters are designed with the Australian climate in mind. Sold and serviced by an extensive retailer network, the Eureka team is always on hand to support customers and re

Single-room transformations present a unique challenge. Other spaces in the home need to be considered to ensure a sense of flow remains while the renovated space still must achieve a new look and feel. In this home in Victoria’s Armadale, the living

When temperatures are soaring outside, you can trust Rinnai to help keep you, and your home, cool. Rinnai’s quality engineered cooling systems are specifically designed for the Australian climate, providing unparalleled inhome comfort and reliability

With more than 20 years in the fireplace industry, Victorian Fireplaces deals with a number of big building companies in Melbourne along with individual homeowners. An extensive product range covers gas, timber, bioethanol, electric and pellet firepl

Each year, more and more Australians are putting down roots in homes smaller than those many of us grew up in. It seems the great Australian dream of a quarter-acre block is fading rapidly, out of reach for the vast majority of the population. Whethe

Haiku ceiling fans by Big Ass Fans are your sure-fire bet to a cool and breezy summer. Boasting designs that will set your home apart and quality that stands the test of time, the Haiku range deserves all the fanfare it receives. On stifling hot days

Artists in the round 1/Lucinda is a well-known artist with a degree in fine arts who has painted full-time for many years. She works from her studio in the Gold Coast hinterland. Her oil paintings are introspective and very personal as she explores f

Julia is an abstract expressionist and gestural artist, whose work is featured in galleries and media nationally and across the globe. The next step for Julia is the silver screen, with her artwork appearing in a Hollywood movie. Julia’s introduction

To find calm within the chaos of the global pandemic that shook the world, Bridget Bradley picked up a paint brush. She hasn’t put it down since. Bridget was visiting her parents in Hong Kong when the borders were slammed shut. An unexpected holiday

Jennyfer is a born creator. She crafted her first piece of art, a ceramic dinosaur, when she was just three-years-old. She spends her time jetting across the globe between studios in Melbourne and her native Arizona. Jennyfer studied ceramics while a

As we lugged around a bricksized mobile phone in the early 1990s, who would have thought that 30 years on, mobile phones now hold our lives in our pockets. Most of us have smart phones and smart watches, we pay for things with our watch, we can check

From the moment you step into a Hamptons home, it feels like you are on holiday. Your cares melt away and your senses are captivated by cool comfortable spaces and colours that are easy on the eye. Interiors are defined by generously proportioned spa

Small-duct, high-velocity (SDHV) central heating and cooling, enjoyed in the United States and Europe for decades, has finally arrived in Australia. The Unico System, the world’s leading manufacturer of this innovative approach to indoor comfort, is

Your entrance door is like your home’s business card, offering a first impression to visitors. So make it a good one with the perfect door to suit the architectural style of your home. In today’s market there are countless designs available. From mod

The allure of curved shapes and structures in design is undeniable. The graceful flow of curves adds an element of organic beauty, creating a sense of fluidity that stands in contrast to the rigidity of straight lines. It’s an aesthetic that architec

Embelton’s Aqua-Tuf hybrid flooring range is functional and beautiful. Both waterproof and highly scratch resistant, these boards were designed with the busy Australian household in mind. Featuring a wood-textured, extra-matt-finished protective face

From a cookie-cutter, off-the-plan townhouse to a stunning home that ticks all the homeowners’ boxes, Banksia Walk is a sight for sore eyes. Lacking a functional kitchen and devoid of a much-needed study, the home had good bones but not much else, so

This bright and beautiful galley kitchen was a fresh start for the homeowners, who wanted to create their dream space. Aesthetically, it needed to be light and airy with a stylish edge. Functionally, they wanted something that was easy to maintain, w

Familiar as we’ve become with internet shopping, ordering a new kitchen and laundry online isn’t something many would immediately consider. But that’s exactly what the owners of this sophisticated modern home did, and the quality of the result, and s

With astute design and beautiful products and finishes, this bathroom is in a class of its own. The attention to detail really makes it shine. The homeowners wanted to update their tired beige bathrooms and replace them with modern classic new ones t

This is a modern family garden boasting clean and simple lines, recycled brick and timber for textural interest, and a multi-level design that turns the site’s natural slope into an asset. Mark Tisdell from MUD Landscape Design was asked to prepare a

Picture this. It’s a sunny Sunday and there you sit in your pool house, nice and cosy on a comfy lounge, refreshing drink in hand. In front of you, the cool water of the pool and the luxuriant landscape beckon. For one family in the Melbourne suburb

Embark on a journey through vintage-inspired artistry, courtesy of Melbourne-based artist Elise Judd. Each of her creations captures the elegance of a bygone era, seamlessly blending nostalgia with contemporary aesthetics. With a fusion of timeless a