It is a rare blend that is now increasingly becoming common in homes across the world – a heritage façade combined with a contemporary rear extension and an interior that is contemporary. The St Kilda East House is no different…
You might have often heard us harp on about how important it is to maximize space. It is not limited to space-savvy décor, smart arrangement of interior and clever solutions that create new nooks and niches for storage. It extends…
What do you want from a weekend home that helps you relax and rejuvenate? It is often a setting that connects you with nature when needed, is easy to maintain and can be completely closed from outside world when not…
Remember the time when brick and stone were simply not fashionable? It was not ages ago; we are taking about the 90’s and early 2000’s. We were obsessed with polished finishes and anything that felt raw, natural and untamed as…
Every heritage home needs a makeover at some point and when that time comes you want a balanced blend of the traditional and the modern, the existing and the new and a seamless transition between both the worlds. A recently…
The staircase is symbolic of so many different things depending on which end of it you are staring at. It could either signify ascent or descent or even just a turn towards a new direction! But moving away from the…
If you have already heard this before, then it is for good reason – space is increasingly becoming a premium in the modern world. In the world of student dorms and college housing, this is even truer. Transforming a former…
Living off-grid can be well and truly liberating. If you are surrounded by constant rush of a big city, the unending array of lights and sounds and a sea of humanity, then getting away from it all does put your…
It’s an exciting time to entertain if you’re a design lover who enjoys keeping up with the latest trends. The world of party goods has undergone a major transformation in recent years. While it used to be the main destination…
There are some trends that vanish within no time whatsoever. Then there are trends that last beyond just a few seasons and become part of an entire generation. When industrial style was back in trend, many felt that it was…
It is amazing to see how kitchens have evolved and taken a turn towards the less formal and rigid to the more inviting and social in the last decade. Even at their functional best, the kitchen has always been a…
A lot goes into the perfect design of a small home. In the urban environment where space is even more precious, one needs to combine the right decorating style with space-savvy solutions and a smart color palette for the ideal…
There are times when little things make a big difference to the overall ambiance of the house. Nestled in a gorgeous neighborhood of Brunswick West, Australia, this classic Californian bungalow was in need of a modern makeover that put functionality…
We have harped on about how essential the home office is increasingly becoming in contemporary homes. From being an additional room, it is becoming a ‘must’ of sorts with homeowners willing to forego the idea of a dedicated guest room…
We all eternally search for peace and tranquility in our lives. It seems like an endless and constant search and different people take different routes to try achieving it. In a world filled with chaos, order is rarely found. Of…
A home office is increasingly becoming a must in modern homes and the dedicated, formal dining room is making way for it with open plan living areas containing a smaller, casual dining area. Of course, for homes without a workspace,…
Rainbow motifs: they’re not just for kids! A recent wave of multicolored decor is gaining power, appearing in new collections, on DIY blogs, and throughout the offerings of the trendiest brands. Whether this radiance takes the form of an actual…
Even if you are not Irish, there are a few things that everyone knows about the nation – the overload of green associated with it, St. Patrick, good luck charms like the shamrock and drinking Guinness Stout until dawn. Guinness…
There is something undeniably magnetic and eternally charismatic about Mediterranean decorating style. The first and foremost reason why it is so very special is the confluence of contrasting cultures and backdrops that make their presence felt within its wide and…
If have already heard it before and feel that it is a bit of an exaggeration, then think again – modern kitchen is indeed the heart that drives the home. Proving that a beautiful and functional kitchen is not just…