I have to admit that I am better at advising clients on decorating schemes than actually doing them myself. I can choose them, no problem! But when it comes to the actual work, I always employ a good tradesperson and like to direct rather than do. So when Superfresco Easy approached me to try out.. Read more
What do you conjure up with the word black? For me it signifies elegance and sophistication. I wouldn’t be without a little black dress in my wardrobe and the same is true for me with interiors. I would generally choose a black lampshade over a white one or a black picture frame before a timber.. Read more
Wow! Jimmy and Tam walked away from The Block 2020 as winners with a cool $1,066.000. House number 5, which was faithfully renovated in a Retro 1950s style, sold for a whopping $4.256,000 which was $966,000 above the reserve. I must say that I am thrilled to see this outcome as they were the only.. Read more
Colour trends come and go. When we didn’t think anything could take over from our beloved greys, beige has popped back up on the horizon and the warm terracotta tones are featuring everywhere. It can be difficult to keep up so you should opt for what you like. However there are two colours that are.. Read more
This is it. The Block backyard and pool reveal is the final piece of the puzzle for The Block 2020. This week has seen Sarah and George go from strength to strength and take out the final win, which I must say in my view, was absolutely deserved. Their attention to detail, use of the.. Read more
Scandi style has been embraced around the world as it is a style that is underpinned by good quality design and the premise that less is more. Simplicity is important with this style, with each piece in an interior being carefully curated to provide a look that is timeless. No wonder we love modern Scandi.. Read more
The penultimate week on The Block 2020 sees the contestants working on their garage and studio space. A garage is pretty straight forward with plenty of storage essential, but the studio is a completely different matter. There is no doubt that a good decent sized garage with a studio is highly appealing for buyers and.. Read more
Have you noticed that interiors are very neutral now? I’m sure there is no way that you couldn’t have done. White and Grey are the neutrals of the moment and of course they are very stylish. Scroll through Pinterest and you will see that so many coastal schemes are also now very neutral, but what.. Read more
For many of us in Australia, our outdoor living areas are an extension of our home interior. With clever design, a good outdoor space can provide an additional room that can substantially extend your useable living area. Somewhere that can be used for a large degree of the year, and in some regions, all year.. Read more
The Block contestants are now on the home stretch with the commencement of the outdoor areas. This week sees the reveal of The Block front garden and facade, which is a great opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of the era they are designing to. We had joint winners this week, Jimmy and Tam with their.. Read more
