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Marimekko rug in the classic poppy design with orange and black flowers and neutral beige background

New Marimekko Rugs for Home

Marimekko’s exclusive rug collection features iconic Finnish designs, offering a range of timeless patterns from striking poppy prints to classic stripes and stones in high-quality New Zealand wool and recycled PET. The rugs blend into diverse decors, adding Scandinavian elegance. The brand’s commitment to sustainability and quality assures lasting style and comfort for home interiors. Design advice for proper rug selection is offered, emphasizing Marimekko’s versatility and iconic status in design.

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Style Edit (Or ‘Stuff to Make You Feel Special!)

Style Steal We are nearly at the end of 2023 and I’ve been busily scanning the very latest releases from furniture to decor to fashion and further to inspire, bring joy and maybe even find a place in your heart and home! This week the most-desired gifts I wish for moving into 2024 are simple, yet sometimes difficult to attain. Physical health, a laser-focus and discipline.ย  I figure that some

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Black Friday 2023

Black Friday is nearly here Black Friday 2023 is nearly here and in anticipation I’ve created a roundup of everything that’s worthwhile. You’ll find some serious savings and hopefully some new sources of homewares goodness and amazing Australian stores that you’ll fall in love with, and continue to shop with, as well! Shhh, Our Favourite Stores taking part in Black Friday… INTERIOR SECRETS 25% OFF HOMMEY 25% OFF RJ LIVING

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Blue & White striped banquet seating in living room in Monaco

Stripes for Summer – Yes, I’m Obsessed!

Stripes never go out of fashion – they’re a design classic for a reason. Classic, simple yet bold: honestly, you just can’t go wrong. So sit back, scroll and enjoy the inspo and the very latest stripes for your home and wardrobe that I’ve collected for your Summer home update. Rather than discuss the merits of the stripe because, hey, you already understand, I’ve collected the latest stripe goodness that

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What does a Professional Lighting Plan Look Like?

Choosing lighting for your renovation can seem easy; just chuck in 8 downlights in the kitchen, 4 in the bedrooms and 6 in the living room? If you’re happy living in a house that feels as cold as a hospital! If only it was that easy! A professional lighting plan, designed by an Interior Designer gives you a lot more than just downlighting, if you actually need them in the

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Interior Design ‘What Should I Do?’ Consultations: the Lowdown

What can you actually accomplish in a 2-hour Interior Design ‘What Should I Do?’ Consultation Session? These sessions have been designed to solve the big picture problem of your renovation or redecoration that’s been holding you up and address the design dilemmas that are stopping you from moving forward in a quick 2-hour session so you can move on with your project. Your interior design dilemmas are very unique to

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1970s styles of furniture in a poster collage

1970’s Design is Back: Here’s Where to Find it

Yes, 1970s design style has returned and I think we can all agree that the 70s are popular again not just on the home front but elsewhere too – clothing, Netflix shows, movies and a general nostalgia for the era. As a child of the 70s I feel qualified to take on this subject because I’ve lived it (check out that tracksuit and skivvy with sandals, below – not to

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What’s Pinteresting in Interiors this Week?

What Interior Design Pinterest Boards have I been adding to this week? Take a look at my top 4 to find some new inspiration for your home… Click through to follow my Profile and get everything I pin direct, or click through to the boards below and follow the ones you love! Mixing Modern & Vintage to Create your own Eclectic Style I created this board just a few weeks

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What’s Pinteresting This Week?

Wallpaper is trending here in Australia this week, as is a wallpaper aesthetic, as the young people like to say. I have found a number of references to this gorgeous brand, Wear the Walls and their beautifully vibrant, The Kensa Collection so I thought I’d share some of my favourite patterns and colourways to inspire your foray into hanging some wallpaper in your home. If you’re brave and love some

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Is Midcentury Furniture Still in Fashion in 2023?

Is Midcentury Furniture Still in Fashion in 2023? Put simply, yes! Midcentury furniture has been in fashion for a long time, since the 1930’s to be exact, and it doesn’t look like it’s going away any time soon! Even in 2023, midcentury furniture is a timeless classic that fits beautifully with modern furniture and dรฉcor styles in homes all over the world today. With it’s unique character, elegant design and

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