Parisians seem to have an innate sense of style, distinctly feminine and elegant, embodying all the romance we conjure to mind when we think of Paris. It is a very soft and refined style with a highly stylized aesthetic, requiring considerable effort to make it appear effortless. Coined Parisian Chic, this style applies to numerous […]
Wheelers Hill house is a new single-storey split-level dwelling nestling comfortably between the vegetation on its large sunny block. Having purchased a sloping block site specifically to build their new home, our Wheelers Hill clients approached Destination Living to design them a family home with a timeless aesthetic. Working with a large and irregular shaped […]
It’s exactly the same thing with your home; accessories when added to a boring interior can make or break the appearance of your home. Firstly, what room or area needs lifting or decorating? What is the room used for? This will largely dictate your direction. For example, the accessories in a bedroom will most likely […]
Shelving A pantry is generally a more modest design, with either open shelves, cupboards, or a mix of both for storing items, most often unperishable food. Commonly the modern pantry design has a maximum quantity of shelves for the display and store of these items. Narrow shelves are always a great option particularly for higher […]
We are seeing the notion of a study has changed, and we are seeing more study nooks being designed into homes. A study nook is a less formal place that can still offer many if not all of the elements of a traditional study, however as they are smaller and more compact . They are […]
Wine Storage However, storing your precious alcoholic liquids can indeed be very serious! In fact, it’s big business and for some, it’s not just as straightforward as taking a dusty bottle of red out of your kitchen cupboard. Wine is treated most seriously, with the aging and conservation of wines, as of highest importance. Depending […]
Why having the right styling is important As with most things in life, first impressions really do count! This directly applies to your home as well. In fact it is the look of your home that is the most important way to get an emotional connection or reaction from prospective buyers for your home. It […]
Why do property developments fail? No one plans to fail when it comes to developing property, unfortunately all too often there is a failure to plan. Though far from comprehensive, here are 7 common reasons that cause a property development to fail even before they get off the ground. 1. Failure to understand the market […]
period homes style, or create a modern twist on the original, it is imperative to do the background research in order to establish and remain sympathetic to, the period you are wishing to examine. Colour is perhaps the first element you may wish to explore. For example, Victorian colours were dark and rich, with a […]
Winds Of Change: When it comes to property, the processes surround Town Planning Permits, Building permits – and when they are required – can be quite confusing for the uninitiated. There’s a lot of changes happening in Victoria at the moment with regards to land zoning – and what you can and can’t do with […]
The design also needed to accommodate a large body of collected artworks and sculptures and artifacts that they had collected throughout the decades. Each piece had significance and value, and as such needed to be treated with reverence. Careful placement of each piece was considered, and in some cases, detailed joinery pieces designed for them. […]
You really want your home to not only reflect the joy and spirit that Christmas and the holidays hold, however you also want your festive season styling to also reflect you, your personal taste, and to complement your home. First assess what theme or look you will go with this year. Picking just one will […]
What do I like? This is the fun first step; discovering what you like & don’t like. It’s a wonderful opportunity to dream, explore & discover. Start a pin board on Pinterest, Houzz or other social media sites to collect images of walk in robes. It’s interesting to look over what you have chosen as […]
townhouse, unit or development, chances are you will need to consider some clever storage solutions. [caption id="attachment_5519" align="aligncenter" width="512"] Large capacity storage for small spaces[/caption] [caption id="attachment_5520" align="aligncenter" width="366"] A Clever Bathroom Towel Storage Idea[/caption] Most people moving into this style of home are generally downsizing from a larger home. This poses the question- what […]
services of an Interior Designer and/or a Lighting Designer. They will also have technical and product knowledge on the fittings, the correct light output and the technology used to ensure energy efficiency. The initial step to be made when selecting lights is to determine what the space you are to light is used for. Once […]
This look was achieved from the moment you arrive on the doorstep when you are greeted with an impressive custom-made Balinese style pivot door. My clients came to me with a photo they had taken of an amazing door they had seen in Seminyak. I had quite a task ahead of me to try and […]
Concrete can add an urban edge to your home. The possibilities for creative expression using concrete inside are seemingly endless. Concrete floors create a smooth, dust free and easy to maintain surface. Polished concrete floors are a thing of beauty, however you must consider the hardness both actually and visually, Consider in living areas to […]