Creating interiors
and exteriors
that lift the spirit
and enrich life
Stylish Boho Bedheads
The Boho style is big right now. Maybe it’s because people are wanting a complete change from the rather minimalist Scandi style, but whatever the reason, it’s here to stay for a while. If you’re thinking of going Boho, remember that more is usually more! Texture and...
Building on Trust
Another of our current projects is a new build in Sawtell, on the mid-north coast of NSW. Over the last few years Sawtell has become a very trendy little town. As a result of that, gorgeous high-end restaurants and hip cafés have sprung up, boutique-style shops abound...
The Collectionist
Sydney's newest and most creatively unique, hotel has officially opened, ready to change the way guests choose to stay and experience hotels. The Camperdown situated hotel, is the first for The Collectionist Hotel brand with plans to take the unique concept to other...
Diane Watson’s Art
I recently came across Diane Watson’s art in a magazine and fell instantly in love! To say her work is exquisite is, in my opinion, an understatement. She has a way of drawing the viewer in, compelling them to look deeper, evoking a deep emotional response. Diane was...
Colour Trends
I’m a big fan of colour, not least because it’s one of the easiest and most effective ways to change any interior. Here’s a great article by Pantone that sets the course for this year and beyond: Years of globalization and the movement of people as well as product has...
Relaxed Elegance
One of our current projects is for a family who live on the outskirts of Sydney. The clients’ brief to us was to create a home that would be both relaxed and elegant - no easy task with three teenage boys! At the first consultation we talked more about the ambiance...
Apartment Living-Home Office
The home office is becoming increasingly important these days with many people choosing to work from home. The other factor in our modern world is that more people are living in apartments where space is at a premium. The good news is that, with a bit of clever...
Contemporary Apartment Living
It’s always nice to work with clients over a number of years on various projects and this is certainly the case for this project. Our clients recently sold their large home on acreage in Dural, NSW and have moved into a new, three-bedroom penthouse apartment in...
Daniel Shipp Photography
‘Botanical Inquiry’ is a darkly beautiful series of photographic studies by Daniel Shipp, a Sydney-based assignment and fine art photographer. It’s a rich, poignant celebration of the overlooked plants and flowers growing in the cracks of our modern world. Using...
Make a Grand Entrance!!
One of the most effective ways to create a great first impression and give the exterior of your home the wow factor is your front door. There are so many options available to us these days so there’s really no excuse for your door to look dowdy and unwelcoming. If...
What’s Hot, What’s Not
As an interior designer, it’s always exciting to hear about new, innovative products that are set to take centre stage over the next few years. Recently my window furnishings specialists from More than Curtains, spent an enjoyable and very informative time in...
Autumn/Winter Tones and Textures
We’re well into autumn now in Australia and it won’t be too long before winter is knocking at our door. Although we have had some very hot days, which feel more like summer +than autumn, I’m hoping this beautiful season (a personal favourite of mine), still has...
