We just came back from a few days in Melbourne, having stayed in a small one-bedroom apartment in the heart of the CBD. The Airbnb was great, but it could have been THAT much better with just a few simple tweaks here and there. With this in mind and our design juices flowing, we thought it would be a great idea to write up some tips and tricks into how to style a small bedroom (and make it feel larger than it is). Lighting Instead of going for your typical bedside lamp, opt f

Have champagne taste on a beer budget when it comes to interior design? Luckily we're in an age where great product is easily accessible and retailers are now realising how important it is for every day people to have access to gorgeous in-trend products at affordable prices. As far as we're concerned, there's a place for every brand and that furniture or homewares from budget retailers are not be scoffed at! Below are a few of the stand-outs (in our opinion), as well as a fe

What is the first thing you think of when re-designing a space? Perhaps you might naturally go straight to colour then look to accessories and furniture? All of these things are super important, however without texture these items won't make a space complete. Keep reading to find out how to apply texture successfully to really take your home to the next level... Lighting Lighting is an important factor to consider when it comes to adding texture to the home, as ambient light

Sick of seeing your keys, mail and kids' school gear laying around in the entry? Well, we've had a few enquiries lately about stylish solutions to combat the entry/hallway "dumping ground" so this blog post is for you! Combating Shoes & Bags Pile Ups Shoes and bags (and any bulkier items) are definitely an eyesore when it comes to the entry and unfortunately, these things are so easy to pile up after a long day at work/school. If you're starting from scratch in a new build, w

Not sure about you, but we've really hit the ground running in 2020 and have a few getaways planned here and there over the next few months to find that work/life balance. With Easter and Labour day around the corner (okay - a couple of months away, but it will be here in no time!)  we thought we’d share with you our favourite escapes that will whisk you away from reality [in a good way]. #1 Pick — The Bower, Byron Bay The Bower in Byron Bay is a dreamy, chic and charming bou

A few years ago I bought my first property (yay!). Let’s be frank — this cute townhouse is not my dream home, but in order to buy somewhat close(ish) to the city meant having to make a few tiny itty-bitty compromises, which for me was size. It’s been a fun challenge working with the 130m2 I've got, so I thought I’d share some of the easy steps used to help maximise the interior of my humble home. Keep Things Cohesive Try keeping things light and bright to encourage the feelin

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It's a bit cliche but at this time of year everyone has set their New Year's resolutions... we're chiming in too, so here's ours: 1. First and foremost... eat less chocolate. Our pockets and our thighs will thank us. 2. Take the bin out the night before instead of rushing out as the driver pulls up. He's seen us too many times bra-less in our pj's - shout out to Glen! 3. Nag the husband less. 4. Exercise consistently. We know that 99.9% of New Year's resolutions include this,

Stuck on ideas on what to get your loved ones? From that auntie you never see to your closest gal pals - we've got you sorted for gifts this Christmas... Gifts For Greenies We've all got that one friend who's a #yogi, #greenthumb, #vegan... 1. Glass Water Bottle Summer in Australia is H-O-T and you want your friend to keep hydrated, right? Gift them a ultra cool glass water bottle that they can take to their yoga classes or on their hikes. Our favourite? The Soma Glass Water

As professional interior designers and stylists, the subject of cool, chic spaces is always on the forefront of our minds especially when traveling. Having been in the industry for a while, we’re always nit-picking to find the best of the best places to stay. During our many years of travel, we’ve both found that some of the best stays we’ve had have been at Airbnb properties — some of which surpass high-end hotels! If you’re one of the many that are looking to get into the A