Posts By Jade Johansson

When people talk about the design of a quality home, the conversation usually gravitates to the biggest elements – the architecture, the layout, the materials that define the overall character …
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Water is really important for us. When we build or fix our house we usually think about how it looks, what it’s made of and the finishing touches. When it …
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Maintaining a home involves paying attention to both visible and hidden components that contribute to its overall strength and safety. Among these, gutters are often underestimated despite their critical role …
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Few elements can elevate a home’s atmosphere quite like a fireplace. Beyond warmth, the right fireplace becomes a focal point and feature of your home. Whether your style leans towards …
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You never really know where a great business idea might begin. Sometimes it’s sparked by something surprisingly simple or date back to decades earlier.

That’s exactly what the situation was …
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Spend time in any well-designed Australian home and one thing stands out: the outdoor area carries as much weight as the interior. Architecture and materials are carefully considered, yet seating …
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Sometimes, the most trivial things can inspire you to create something truly beautiful.

Let’s try a simple exercise for your senses.

Step outside your home for a moment and pause. What do …
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Moving used to be one of those things you just powered through. A few boxes, a borrowed van, maybe a couple of friends bribed with pizza. And for a while, …
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Homeowners often overlook the significant impact plumbing maintenance has on their water quality. A recent study found that regular plumbing inspections can reduce the presence of harmful contaminants by up …
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Recently, mass-produced furniture has been losing appeal due to the desire of owners of luxury homes to fill their homes with pieces with real history and character. Trusted vintage furniture …
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With the ever-increasing price of electricity in Sydney, households are facing a financial crunch. Managing monthly bills amidst this steep climb has become a real concern. And while cost is …
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Lighting tends to sit in the background of design decisions, but it does more talking than most people realise. Before anyone notices your furniture, colour palette, or layout, they’ve already …
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Building or renovating a home is about more than floor plans and finishes. The homes that feel genuinely satisfying to live in are the ones designed around how you actually …
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I recently walked into a Sydney media room that cost more than $180,000. The leather recliners were beautiful, and the projector was excellent, but the bass shook the floor above, …
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Good design has always understood something that conventional office planning took decades to accept: the spaces where we spend our working hours shape not just our productivity, but our sense …
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Each year Milan Design Week becomes the centre of gravity for the global design industry, drawing architects, interior designers and luxury brands from across the world. In 2026, Roche Bobois …
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Bedrooms have shifted from being purely functional spaces into something far more personal. Designers are treating them less like a place to crash and more like a private retreat that …
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Solar has long been associated with lower running costs, but recent property data suggests it may also be playing a role in how value is perceived in the Australian housing …
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With a considered approach to modern living, Erben has become one of the most respected names in Perth luxury residential development. Their projects are guided by a simple philosophy – …
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Increasingly, contemporary custom homes are celebrating materials such as concrete, stone and glass – surfaces that create striking interiors defined by clarity, light and structure. Yet these same material choices …
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