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Expert tips on adding value to your property and your lifestyle

With access to nature on our doorsteps, it’s no surprise that Australian’s love spending time outside. An increasing demand to enjoy outdoor living at home has turned the humble backyard into an al fresco lifestyle dream. Homeowners investing in this multi-functional space are finding it…

Feb 15, 2021

Be in awe with this season’s must haves

As more Australians are staying home and making the most of their outdoor entertainment spaces, it’s time to consider stylish shade solutions that can extend living areas outdoors as well as keep your home cool and more comfortable.

Feb 12, 2021

Wellbeing and Nature Top of the Interiors Agenda

With research proving our built environment has a significant effect on our overall wellbeing, there has been a steady increase in the use of decorative timber in homes in recent years, with home owners searching for a deeper connection to earth and nature indoors. The…

Jul 23, 2020

Neale Whitaker shares key tips to room styling

When it comes to styling a room, interior design expert, TV personality and Luxaflex Brand Ambassador, Neale Whitaker, certainly knows a thing or two.

Jul 14, 2020

Nobby Kitchens bring Kitchen Design to your door!

The Nobby Kitchens team understands how difficult it can be for customers to move forward with their renovations during these uncertain times. In order to minimise disruption and delays, kitchen industry experts, Nobby Kitchens, are offering free online Home Design Appointments and Video Consultations. These…

May 5, 2020

Vertical greening connects cities & nature

There is now a simple and easy way to remove pollution from the air, promote biodiversity and naturally control the temperature in your home.

Apr 7, 2020

What’s trending in 2020 kitchens?

As the heart of the home, your kitchen plays a central role in everyday life. Whether you use this space as an entertainment area, hosting holiday events or simply a place to hang with the family after a long day, the kitchen brings people together.

Feb 19, 2020

What’s Trending in the Pool World?

Despite the knowledge that the average size of the Australian backyard is getting smaller, our love of pools is still continuing to grow, bringing new trends and innovative designs to the traditional pool.

Jul 16, 2019

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Green Square urban development

Sydney’s fastest-growing neighbourhood has received national recognition as one of Australia’s most sustainable communities.

Jun 13, 2019

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Education, wellbeing and sustainability all under one roof

BVN was recently announced category winner for Renovation / Modernisation Over $2M in the 2019 Learning Environments Australasia Awards for Excellence in Education Facility Design. The award recognises BVN studio’s transformational work on the Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School (OLA) Stage 2…

Jun 3, 2019

Six design teams announced for Powerhouse Precinct at Parramatta

Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) Minister for the Arts, Don Harwin, announced the six design teams shortlisted for the landmark new Powerhouse Precinct at Parramatta, Sydney.

May 9, 2019

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Julie Ockerby’s Meli Studio – champions of sophisticated seniors living

Julie and her team at Meli Studio Australia have now added visionary commercial partners such as Allity, Uniting and Aurrum to their loyal residential client portfolio, together raising the bar on design expectations for aged care in Australia and determined to continue to push the…

May 7, 2019