We often consider a rug as a styling element, an addition to a room to add either colour, texture or both. However, a rug has a much larger role to play in terms of finishing a space and in fact should be planned and considered at the beginning of the design process. How many of.. Read more
Have you noticed the Rattan Trend gaining hold in interior decorating? It seems that whichever style you look at, from British Colonial through to Coastal, Bohemian, Retro or Scandi, the Rattan Trend is firmly entrenched. I have always been a fan of furniture in rattan as I like the casual look that it introduces to.. Read more
Just occasionally, a house crosses my desk which is truly breathtaking and which helps you to understand the value and purpose of great design. Renowned American architect John Lautner, who was an apprentice of Frank Lloyd Wright, sums up perfectly what the purpose of architecture is – to improve human life. This is what we.. Read more
Your choice of kitchen door handles can have the greatest impact on the overall look of your new kitchen but this is often a crucial detail that is overlooked and then becomes a last minute choice. Let me take you through some ideas and show you how much a difference the type of kitchen door.. Read more
Engineered oak floorboards are now firmly entrenched in the range of flooring options available. As a designer, I regularly specify engineered oak flooring due to its superior aesthetic quality. It is a preference for many of my clients, both in terms of functionality and style. The options though can be overwhelming and as with any.. Read more
Gardens can be such wonderful places. Whenever I think that apartment living might be an alternative, I realise that I could never leave my garden. They are a refuge to retreat to and the perfect spot to entertain friends and family. Australia certainly has some vastly different regional temperatures and this is very evident during.. Read more
With any style, it is often the design elements that you don’t always consider first that can either really enhance and finish the look or mean that you don’t quite achieve it properly. The much loved Hamptons Style is no exception. While we may adapt it to suit our own homes and lifestyle, some elements.. Read more
I am a big fan of green and it has made my heart sing to see the trend growing stronger for green kitchens. In fact, I’m wondering whether green is the new navy blue. I swoon over most kitchens with colour, although my own one is white! But I can dream and I am pretty.. Read more
A window seat ticks the boxes for aesthetics, practicality and a great use of space. They provide additional seating where space is at a premium, they can provide good storage solutions and are the perfect place to curl up with a good book. Let me show you what to consider when you are designing a.. Read more
From its origins on the East Coast of America, the Hamptons Style has swept the globe and has become firmly entrenched in Australian design. As with any popular trend, the Australians, with our love of design, decorating and renovating, have put our own stamp on the look. It’s really interesting to see how trends evolve.. Read more
