Bathroom designs can be tricky to get right, particularly if you don’t have much space. Here, four bathroom-design experts share their insider tips for nailing the layout, finishes and inclusions. Do Wall Mount Your Vanity This instantly makes your ensuite look larger, plus it’s easier to clean. Wall-mounting the vanity means your floor tiles can…
Here’s what we’ll be seeing a whole lot more of in the coming year, according to The Block judge supremo, Neale Whitaker. The Block’s resident judge and co-host of Foxtel’s Love It Or List It, Neale Whitaker, recently visited the biannual interior design trade fair, Maison & Object, Paris. The show, which is one of the…
Looking to build your home? From luscious curves and statement screens to mix-and-match metallics, here are five of the biggest design trends that you need to know about according to the experts. 1. Soft Matt Tones We are seeing a move away from stark, minimalist bathrooms towards texture, soft pastels and matt finishes, which are…
Choosing doors and windows an have a huge impact on the look and feel of your home – not to mention how well it connects to your outside space. If you’re building or renovating and searching for ideas, look no further. Here are 11 statement-making doors and windows to consider. 1. Make It A Focal…
Since fire was first used by humans thousands of years ago, we’ve been hopelessly drawn to it. So if you’re thinking of installing some kind of fireplace this winter, you’re probably responding to an age-old inclination to create a hearth in your home – a place for people to gravitate and gather. But which type…
Hands up if you’ve painted or wallpapered a statement wall in your home? Yes? Well, you’re definitely not alone as many of us have been making features of single walls for some years. But now there’s a new way of creating a statement in your home, thanks to stunning carpet designs that create instant impact.…
Today Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced the new Home Builder Grant to assist Australian citizens looking to build or renovate their home. Eligible citizens will receive a $25,000 grant to build an owner occupied new home, or for them to carry out substantial renovation projects. The grant reflects HIA’s call on the Government to provide…
We’re all spending a lot more time at home these days due to coronavirus, but while the temperature is definitely dropping – you might be noticing the power bill is doing the exact opposite. Here is a few tips on how to save on heating costs this winter. Why Are My Bills Higher In Winter?…
If you were counting on a pre-approval to secure your new property, looking to refinance, or shopping for a home loan, things have changed in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. Lenders are revising their lending criteria, with a focus on borrowers considered to be in high-risk industries. “Generally where a customer is in a…
Do you remember when deep drawers replaced cupboards in the kitchen? It changed our lives, because suddenly we could find the right Tupperware container, see what was lurking in the back of the pantry, and retrieve a saucepan without doing a complete reshuffle. Hardware technology has continued to grow, as manufacturers expand the scope and…
