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Australian homes are cold and insulation might not be the problem

Many Australians know the feeling when winter rolls in, the chill seeps through and suddenly your home feels like an icebox. In summer, the heat is trapped and lingers, turning homes into hotboxes. Amidst the conversation about quick fixes, Australian households pay the price with spiking energy bills and year-round discomfort. The go-to solution is often insulation, but that’s only part of the answer.

Create your own at-home spa with these bathroom and wet room...

Creating a spa-like bathroom or wet room can transform your home into a personal sanctuary, adding both luxury and value. For home renovators, designing a space that balances style, function and compliance is essential. Here’s how you can achieve that relaxing, high-end atmosphere with practical tips and guidance.

Making the most of your roof space: Storage or extra room?

If you’re looking to maximise the space in your home without the need for major extensions or renovations, one often overlooked area is your roof space. Whether it’s the ceiling cavity above your home or the space in your attic, roof spaces can be a great asset for storage or even as an additional living area — but there are several factors to consider before you start making plans.

Making space work harder: the rise of multi-functional rooms in Aussie...

As house prices climb and floor plans shrink, more Australians are looking for smarter ways to make the most of every square metre

KITCHEN

Carpet is out, and Aussies are rolling with it

Aussies’ love for carpeting most rooms in the home appears to be waning, according to results from the Great Flooring Debate survey.

BATHROOM

Rhys Stanley’s European farmhouse: Built for growth and lifelong living

It was a match made in heaven when Rhys and Kirsten Stanley first laid...

OUTDOOR

Australian Outdoor Living launches the smart backyard

Australian Outdoor Living has introduced designs to elevate lifestyle, convenience and aesthetics while solving...

LIGHTING

Philips Hue introduces the Play wall washer for immersive entertainment lighting

Signify has introduced the Philips Hue Play wall washer, a solution that makes entertainment lighting more immersive and design-forward, while a new generative AI assistant gives users the power to create deeply personalised lighting that reflects their mood.
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