by Belle 2
It’s the small details that make all the difference in good interior design – good design makes life easier! Moving from our freshly renovated contemporary coastal home with all the mod cons into our original 1950’s retro house, I’ve come to realize just how much home design has improved in the last 50+ years to make […] Read more…
by Jenna
Choosing a kitchen floor is a big decision and the options are abundant, so what should you look for? Everyone will have a different focus when deciding on which type of flooring to choose, whether it’s price, durability or look. Here is an overview of different kitchen flooring options to help you make that big […] Read more…
by Belle 1
Well we have been very busy here renovating our Retro Cottage. So over the past 2 weeks, the boys finished off the wall linings in our unit downstairs, the electricians roughed in all the lighting and power point positions and the stairs have been installed. Outside the boys started building the top storey deck. It […] Read more…
by Jenna
When you are trying to cook up a feast in the kitchen you want everything at hand and easy to find, so organisation is key! To get organised in the kitchen you need to have some storage tricks up your sleeve so that everything has it’s place. Here are some storage ideas that are clever, […] Read more…
by Belle 1
With our unit renovation in full swing, it is time for me to choose the kitchen. It is a small space, so whatever I choose will effect the look of the whole room. After many kitchen renovations, I follow a 7 step process to achieve the look I desire within the budget I have allowed. […] Read more…
by Jenna
I have always loved the idea of a breakfast nook. A little space in the kitchen to sit down to eat or relax, that can also be used for work or homework. There is something cosy and comforting about this space in a kitchen that has always caught my eye. Not only does a breakfast nook […] Read more…
by Belle 1
I love designing the details of a kitchen. When it comes to deciding on the benchtop however you are faced with so many options to choose from it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. The first way to narrow down your choice is to think about how much you can […] Read more…
by Jenna
When you think of kitchen splashbacks, tiles are probably the first thing that pops up! Plain tiles used as a splashback are classic and practical, but there are so many other options you may not have thought of. Here we have rounded up 20 splashback ideas that are a little outside the box and will […] Read more…
by Belle 1
The kitchen is the heart of any family home – it’s where meals and memories are made Whether you are considering a total renovation, new installation, or just a remodel of your existing kitchen, it’s important to remember that this room is often the central social hub of the family home, influencing the […] Read more…
by Jenna
Good things come in small packages, as the saying goes, these kitchens prove that! With some beautiful finishes, clever storage and great styling these kitchens are perfectly small. Its all about making the most of the space you have! This kitchen might be tiny, but it is cleverly done. The open shelving above the sink […] Read more…