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Design
Z-shaped Avalon Beach house a marvel of architectural creativity
Innovative design and natural surrounds make for an easy-living vibe in this alternative bungalow.
Decorating for bibliophiles: creative ways to display your books
Calling all book lovers!
IKEA launches DIY flat-pack garden to promote urban gardening
What will they think of next?
Target’s stylish new collection for autumn 2017
In the long-running battle for the title of “most stylish and affordable homewares”, Target has inched ahead with a new collection.
Beyond trends: the architectural styles that have become modern classics
Certain homewares, architectural forms and building materials endure to become modern classics.
Five things Australians do best in the world of home design
You may not know this but Australians are a force in the interiors world.
The biggest online decor shopping mistakes and how to avoid them
Because shopping online isn’t always as straightforward as the real thing.
More dash than cash: 20 stylish homewares for under $20
When you are light on lolly but your home screams “style me!” it’s time to be creatively practical.
The hottest kitchen trends to watch out for in 2017
Experts reveal the five kitchen trends to watch this year.
Precious metal: Simple ways to incorporate metallics into your home
Reflect some luxury with the ideas in these shimmering spaces.