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French Blue
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French Blue

A Melbourne couple see the potential in a rambling, unloved home, transforming it into a considered space that suits their family to a tee

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February 2022
High Spirited
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High Spirited

Designer and interior architect Cassandra Bradfield strips a former factory back to its original industrial roots in order to create a naturally bright home that reflects her globally influenced aesthetic

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February 2022
The Ultimate Family Beach Home
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The Ultimate Family Beach Home

The perfect plot on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road inspired a husband-and-wife design duo to create the ultimate family beach home

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January 2020
Clear White Light
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Clear White Light

For this homeowner, living with white is a breeze. Here she shares her design secrets on how to make it work

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January 2020
Food For The Soul
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Food For The Soul

This sunny home on the Gold Coast is the very definition of Instagram-worthy, playing an integral role in its owner’s health and lifestyle business

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January 2020
NEW LIFE
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NEW LIFE

A derelict dwelling in the middle of Melbourne, abandoned for more than half a century, finds new purpose as a much-loved family home

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January 2020
CLUB MED
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CLUB MED

Holiday memories were the inspiration behind this combined home and office space

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January 2020
Merry And Bright
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Merry And Bright

A beachside location, rowdy guests and way too much food – this family celebration has all the hallmarks of a traditional Aussie Christmas

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December 2019
It's A Wrap!
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It's A Wrap!

Presents packaged in coordinating paper and ribbon make the art of gift-giving all the more magical

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December 2019
Let Nature Sing
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Let Nature Sing

Blooming with Moroccan-style florals, mistletoe and a few festive trees, this Copenhagen home puts a sensual spin on Christmas tradition

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December 2019
In The Pink
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In The Pink

Set your own agenda for the festive season with Christmas decor that fits right in with your usual scheme. Here we show how a few little additions can completely change the look and feel of your space

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December 2019
Christmas In Full Bloom
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Christmas In Full Bloom

Bright colours and flamboyant florals are the key to evoking a playful Christmas charm in this expertly eclectic Danish home

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December 2019
Decorating It - A Guest Bedroom
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Decorating It - A Guest Bedroom

If you’re having visitors to stay for the holidays, now is the perfect time to get your spare room ready and turn it into a stylish retreat

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December 2019
A Family Affair
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A Family Affair

In a beautifully restored manor in the French countryside, Christmas preparations are well underway for this young family

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December 2019
Art Movement
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Art Movement

Have you ever dreamed of escaping the big smoke and moving to a villa in the Italian countryside? Well, that’s exactly what this design-loving entrepreneur did art movement

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November 2019
Double Trouble
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Double Trouble

How a young power couple traded in the mayhem of Manhattan for a Brooklyn brownstone and reinvigorated it with colourful Scandi style

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November 2019
Natural Habitat
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Natural Habitat

Sustainable living and a connection to the outdoors are at the heart of this peaceful home in Northern NSW

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November 2019
Country Revival
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Country Revival

Having lovingly restored what began as a crumbling Italian manor in an ancient hilltop ’hood, Jenni Shortt has created a fresh start for her family

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November 2019
Start Afresh
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Start Afresh

This considered redesign of a modern home proves you should never settle for less than perfection

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November 2019
Window Of Opportunity
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Window Of Opportunity

Whether you want to bask in natural light or instill an element of privacy at home, window treatments are an important style choice. Follow our guide to find the best option for you…

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October 2019
Water Features
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Water Features

Thinking about redesigning your bathroom? These inspiring spaces are brimming with style ideas, clever advice and practical solutions

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October 2019
Smooth Moves
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Smooth Moves

Inspired by the homes of female design icons, this apartment in Sydney effortlessly mixes op-shop bargains with classic modernist pieces

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October 2019
Time Stands Still
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Time Stands Still

Located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, this unique hotel invites guests to experience Vietnam at a slower beat

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October 2019
Pushing Boundaries
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Pushing Boundaries

Designer and stylist Simone Haag’s Melbourne home is proof that you can create more space if you’re willing to think outside the box

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October 2019
New Luxury
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New Luxury

With its considered details and designer touches, this new residential development in East Melbourne sets the standards for modern apartment living

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October 2019
Here Comes The Sun
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Here Comes The Sun

A young family have made this Copenhagen apartment work for them by opening up the layout and adding elements from their travels together

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October 2019
From Raves To Riches
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From Raves To Riches

Luxury Spanish fashion house Loewe plus legendary Balearic boutique Paula’s Ibiza equals this season’s hottest design collab

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October 2019
Brutal Beauty
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Brutal Beauty

Restrained, pragmatic and alluring, pared-back interiors offer a clutter-free take on decorating

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October 2019
Backyard Bliss
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Backyard Bliss

Want to create a garden that looks like it’s always been there? This beautiful wilderness of meandering paths, timber features and lush greenery achieves just that

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October 2019
Always Greener
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Always Greener

An abundance of art, armfuls of indoor plants and a balanced high-low approach to style breathe new life into this 19th-century home

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October 2019