Designing a generous, private home on a narrow block in Melbourne is achieved when light, circulation and privacy are solved at the architectural concept stage; and when heritage and council overlays are respected from day one. That’s precisely where a full‑service, architecturally led process—bringing architecture, interiors and construction under one roof—turns a constrained site into a calm, high‑performance home. […]
Social Media Forums The increased popularity of sites like Houzz and Pinterest offer a plethora of visual images. Sites such as these are incredibly addictive and hours of looking on these sites, turns into weeks which can turn into months of laboriously trawling through the minefield of visual information that is so readily available at […]
DARK COLOURS ADVANCE Using dark colours in your interior design will do several things. Firstly dark colours can help walls or a ceiling advance in a space. Using a dark colours such as navy or charcoal on walls will close in a space and make the walls actually appear to be closer to you. This […]
How much space do I need? When planning your robe it’s important to first look at the spatial parameters you have. If you are building a new home, then this is the ideal situation! Ideally your robe will be in close proximity to your bedroom and your ensuite. Both you and your partner will already […]
Clear the clutter Essentially this important step is about clearing out unnecessary items from your home, and keeping only items that you really love and need. This fresh start will help unblock any stagnant or negative energy in your home and help balance and harmonize your home almost immediately. Breath in Light and Air Allowing […]
When it comes time to creating your plans it is critical to keep in mind what you are ultimately trying to achieve. More space for the family, bring in more light, update the interior. Whatever it is you are wanting it is important to create a list of priorities and keep focused on the end […]
Positioning & Layout The position of the Powder Room in the home is important. It’s best to have the door hidden away from the living and dining areas to give some extra privacy to users. If possible, it should also be on an outer wall or off a courtyard so that you can get a […]
Resorts are resplendent in all their tropical glory. The beauty of a resort is that all of your senses are satisfied at every turn. In world class resorts the sense of taste is satiated by the very best chefs catering to your culinary requirements. Your sense of hearing is satisfied with the dulcet harmonies of […]
Playful designs Bookshelves don’t have to be all serious and stern, here are a few light hearted examples. Through the clever use of tree branches this book shelf effectively incorporates organic surfaces and lines. Here is a fun way to display books, a great addition to any kids bedroom to grow the love of reading. […]
An organised kitchen will save you time and money in the long run and there are some simple tips which will assist you in achieving your storage goals. To commence the journey a good de-cluttering of the space is essential. Declutter The most important part in kitchen planning is firstly to de clutter the existing […]
What were the challenges? The sites position and shape posed interesting siting constraints, being a corner block with two street frontages on a steeply sloping block with skewed boundaries. This along with the client’s briefed scope of spaces and aiming to keep within the statutory building envelop controls proved an exciting challenge. Designing to take […]
Spring Cleaning With summer fast approaching we are reminded of taking advantage of the long summer evenings. Most peoples outdoor living spaces are neglected over winter and our BBQ’S and outdoor spaces have either collected a fine sprinkling of dust, a fine envelope of spider webs or a combination of the two. As we start […]
Kitchen As the saying goes “The kitchen is the heart of the home”. It is the pivotal place that family life revolves around and therefore it’s absolutely crucial that you invest in a good kitchen. It is really worth having the experts design this as they will take ergonomics and zoning into consideration. We recommended […]
For this Aberfeldie project our clients, wanting to spend time with their young and growing family, required a single level energy efficient and functional home that fitted seamlessly into the street scape. Understated style & timeless appeal Surrounded by similar period homes our clients wanted their Victorian Italinate inspired home to blend harmoniously into the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]