SEASIDE story

A wander around Sydney's waterfront resulted in this couple snapping up a beachside abode that truly embraces its natural surroundings.

WHERE THE ART IS

Spotting the potential in this once \"dark and gloomy\" house, acclaimed photographer Alana Landsberry and her husband set about transforming it into a stylish yet serene sanctuary for their family.

Mike Booth's flourishing KITCHEN GARDEN

Here, in his first column for H&G, our new gardening editor Mike Booth shares his planting and growing journey...

WHITE at home

A majestic family home in Sydney's inner west receives a modern makeover that also pays homage to a colourful past.

SPECIAL TREATMENT

Presented with a dark and weary Victorian abode, a designer crafted a serene home that works a treat for a very happy Sydney family.

EXPERT TOUCH

The full-scale revival of an interior designer's own 1980s terrace deploys subtle colour, texture and creativity to glorious effect.

DAYDREAM believer

Having pinned down just the look she desired, the owner of this Sydney home backed herself to make it a reality.

NEW WORLD CHARM

Design references inspired by the homeowner's Portuguese heritage feature throughout this charming character-filled terrace.

THE BOLD & the BEAUTIFUL

Now with a pepped-up palette, this spacious Sydney home has a fun and friendly personality to match that of its owners.

THE GOOD LIFE

Byron Bay has long held a special place in the heart of interior designer Justine Hugh-Jones and her family. Now, they have another reason to run to paradise.

Layer UPON layer

Once idle and underused, this lush oasis on Sydney's Lower North Shore, now provides serene sanctuary from the outside world.

Bathrooms

LUXURY IN ALL SHAPES, SIZES AND FINISHES

Let's do brunch

Make this Mother’s Day memorable with this tasty brunch menu prepared by Amanda Cordony of The Cordony Kitchen

WHITE hot

This once-bland house on Sydney's Lower North Shore has been transformed into a glam family home with a distinctly Mediterranean flavour.

Classically composed

This serene, inner-city retreat provides the perfect setting for a Sydney interior designer's curated collection of antique furniture.

Little wonders

Love the look of a tree but pushed for room? Here are some miniature options that will make a big impact in a small space, writes Tammy Huynh.

TIERS OF JOY

With the help of landscape designer Luke Baldwin, an idle sandy slope in Sydney's east has become an outdoor haven for an active family.

ALL TIME HIGH

This Sydney garden takes easy entertaining to a whole new level - and has won a slew of awards to prove it.

PRACTICAL magic

Designed to provide sanctuary from busy lives, this new build on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula delivers peace, practicality and style in spades.

PERFECT FIT

Over nearly 25 years, this home has cleverly adapted itself to the lifestyle of its owners - and now it's poised for an exciting future.

RISING UP

Having bought a dilapidated house on a compact block, the owner of this Melbourne property started planning for a more stylish future.

CHIC COUNTRY homestead

A finessed floor plan and treasured antiques transform a liveable, but inloved, cottage into a charming forever home.

STATE OF the art

Bold colours and modern flourishes in this Sydney terrace make for a dynamic interior worthy of the owners' impressive art collection.

PRINTS CHARMING

Updating a home that has been in the family for generations is no easy task, but here some bold design decisions ensure old and new blend in blissful harmony.

Easter menu

Gather together friends and family to share this elegant, festive feast prepared by Amanda Cordony of The Cordony Kitchen. Amanda is our new regular food editor and will be serving us delicious seasonal dishes in each issue.

Ask an expert REST ASSURED

Sleeping badly? It might be time for a mattress upgrade. Georgia Madden investigates the options.

And So to Bed

This clever garden achieves the seemingly impossible – luxuriant lawns and flourishing flower beds on a windswept and once-barren site.

PARTY LINES

With its punchy colours and rich textures, this Adelaide home’s separate pavilion is all about making summer entertaining so very easy.

MAGIC TOUCHES

Plans to update a pair of tired rooms evolved into an all-encompassing renovation that has made a world of difference to this harbourside Sydney home.

SET THE STAGE

With their children growing up fast, one Sydney family seized the moment to transform their home into the inviting haven they always knew it could be.