During these chillier months, you may be wishing your home had a cosy spot where you could keep warm. However, before you decide to install a fireplace as part of a renovation or include one in plans for your new build, you’ll need to decide which type of fireplace suits you and your home.
If you don’t plan the lighting design of your kitchen well, you could end up with lighting that’s too bright or dull, incorrectly placed, or too big or small in size. Having several sources of lighting in a kitchen allows you to adjust it as needed, especially if you have an open plan layout. As …
When it comes to choosing which type of window works for your home, you’ll need to consider several factors, including location, style, function, operation, material, finish, hardware and your budget.
Bathrooms, whether big or small, should always be well thought out and carefully located. With these tips, you can make informed decisions that will last.
Whether you have an unusual shaped entrance or a small space that requires a door, these clever alternatives to traditional door designs could aid you in your renovation plans.
Whether you prefer bold splashes of colour and muted accents, it’s important to ensure you create a sense of cohesion throughout your home. Whatever your preferred colour palette, you don’t want to create a choppiness in between rooms.
Neuroarchitecture to describe how the brain and body behave in buildings. Neuroarchitecture is using evidence from neuroscientific studies to help architects design buildings that will improve the wellbeing of those who live in them. Design elements can affect your physical and mental health and the right ones can do so positively.
Enhancing the organisation and functionality of your kitchen will allow the space to feel open, appear tidy and look great while meeting your household’s needs, whether that’s prepping food, hosting guests or simply a space for hanging out.
A kitchen island offers many benefits: an extra benchtop, more storage, a place where family and guests can sit, improved circulation. There are countless considerations that go into how an island looks and functions, but here are the top five features that allow you to maximise your kitchen island.
The cabinet finish you choose can create a dramatically different look regardless of the material the cabinets are made from. Here are some tips on which finish to choose and to ensure that the look of each finish will work best in your new kitchen.