Design

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

Once a quirky buzzword, ‘barkitecture’ is now a serious consideration in Australian home design. It refers to the integration of pet-friendly features into the architectural and interior planning of a home, from bespoke dog nooks and cat highways to durable finishes and dedicated bathing stations.

It was a match made in heaven when Rhys and Kirsten Stanley first laid eyes on an expansive acreage in Victoria’s surf coast. They intended...

Colour drenching—painting walls, ceilings and trims in the same colour—taught us all about the power of paint to accentuate a space. A few years on, the art has been refined, with the advent of double drenching. It creates a more layered and nuanced approach to the use of colour in paint selections.

The banning of engineered stone created shockwaves across the Australian building and renovation sectors. It caused concern, uncertainty and a plethora of questions; what could replace it? Would it be as beautiful? As durable? As affordable? Would it be as sustainable?

Jamie Durie has completed the building of his dreams, an eco-home located in Sydney’s northern beaches. Over three years, he and his partner Ameka...

DECO Australia has added two radius batter sizes to its DecoBatten QuickClick two-piece aluminium batten range. The 25mm and 40mm wide radius battens are a...

Whether you like having friends around or enjoy quiet evenings in, a bar is a great addition to the home. From trolleys and upcycled cabinets, to garden bars and speakeasies, property and construction expert Gregory Smiths at PriceYourJob.co.uk shares home bar ideas to suit all budgets.

Based on industry-leading trend research and forecasting, CSR has launched its CSR Style Guide – a comprehensive home design and build toolkit covering exterior colour palettes and home designs.

As the seasons shift and the crisp air of autumn settles in, our homes become sanctuaries of warmth and comfort. At IconByDesign, we believe...