Moving into your first home? Here are some forgotten essentials…
If you’re preparing to move into your first home, we don’t need to tell you that there’s SO much to think about. If you’re building, you’ve likely spent the last year of your life picking out paint colours, floor tiles, light fittings… the list goes on. But the work doesn’t stop there. Then comes the…
The Scullery – The Saviour of The Modern Entertainer
Not so long ago, the scullery was a luxury only people with the most glorious homes could afford. The thought of installing a ‘second kitchen’ was more far-fetched than having a second bathroom – a practice all parents are grateful has died out. Luckily for us, the scullery is no longer only reserved for society’s…
Staying home for Easter? Here’s some egg-citing ideas for the whole family!
Have you decided to celebrate Easter at home this year? If so, you might be wondering how you can entertain the kids, especially once they’ve eaten a basketful of chocolate eggs and have what seems like limitless energy. Panic not, here we’ve compiled a list of ways you can celebrate Easter with your family without…
Picking Patterns for Your Home
Patterns are back! How you use them in your spaces can be the difference between interior eye candy and eye sore, so here are a few tips on how to pick and use patterns at home. Size Matters This is an easy one. Use large patterns on large spaces, for example large furniture like a…
Achieving an Industrial-Style Kitchen
The combination of raw and refined is what makes a well-executed industrial kitchen unique. It’s characterised by letting bricks and concrete speak for themselves – as they would in the old workshops that inspired this style – offset by bright colours and more polished details that deliver functional space. Best of all, you can achieve…
How to ensure your home is child-friendly
So you’ve just become a parent. Congratulations! This means you’re in for a lifetime of joy and love, but also a few changes… and not just to your sleep schedule! It’s important to make your home both child proof – for their safety – and child friendly – for their enjoyment. Tips to keep your…
Make the most of life on the coast
Travellers come from far and wide to experience WA’s world-famous coastline, but lucky us… it’s just in our backyard or on our doorstep. If you’re building on the coast, then we mean that literally. To make the most of your coastal block, you need to familiarise yourself with some of the requirements to maximise your…
What you need to know about buying land in Perth
Keen to build? Fantastic! A great new home starts with the block, so set yourself up for success byensuring your block suits your needs. Here are some things to look out for. Nature of the landOrientationArguably the most important aspect of any block. A block that’s oriented north ensures your homereceives ample light throughout the…
New Year, New Home
Whether you’re like me and celebrate new years with a small group of close friends or you would rather head to one of the hottest New Year’s Eve parties being held around Perth, take this time to reflect on the past year and make some goals (I know it’s cliche) for the new year. One…
De-stress your home and yourself in three easy steps
1. De-Clutter 2. Let nature in Nature is a proven stress reliever, so let it in! 3. Little by little With a little work on your home each day, you can avoid multiple jobs building up to become bigger headaches.