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Curtains That Keep You Cool

Curtains That Keep You Cool

If you live in Brisbane, you know the feeling (and your curtains probably do too!). One minute it’s a lovely spring morning, and the next your living room feels like a glasshouse by 3pm. We’ve all done it: shut the doors, crank up the air con and hope for the best. But a lot of… Read more…

From Wardrobes to Interiors

From Wardrobes to Interiors

For a long time, if you’d asked me what I do, I’d have said I’m a Personal Stylist. Because for over 20 years that was my world. I did wardrobe workouts, shopping trips, TV segments, corporate talks and grooming workshops. I loved helping people stand a bit taller when they looked in the mirror. These… Read more…

How To Choose The Right Rug

How To Choose The Right Rug

If I had a dollar for every client who’s stood in the middle of their living room trying to choose the right rug, holding two samples going ‘…but which one?’ — I could probably retire early. Rugs cause more decision paralysis than almost anything else in a room, and I get why. They’re expensive, they’re… Read more…

How To Warm Up White Walls

How To Warm Up White Walls

White walls are timeless for a reason. They’re fresh, light-enhancing and give a beautiful sense of space. But on their own, they can sometimes feel a little flat or cold — especially in rooms that lack architectural detail or natural warmth. Here’s how to warm up white walls… The secret to elevating a basic white-walled… Read more…

The Oversized Bedhead

The Head of Your Bed

Want to be the head of your bed? Looking for a bedroom style makeover without going to the expense of buying a new bed? Well, why not consider an oversized bed headboard? It makes a stylish and luxurious addition to any bedroom. Big, bold, and luxurious, an oversized headboard can make a statement without overwhelming… Read more…

Coastal Meets Industrial Style

How to Merge Coastal and Industrial Style

If I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard “I want Hamptons Style” I’d be a very rich woman. But I’m not! And while it is my job to ensure my clients get what they want (it’s their house after all) I do also feel its important to help them inject a little of… Read more…