Posts By Jade Johansson

Walk into most new Australian homes and you will notice the same thing: walls have disappeared. Kitchen, dining, and living zones now flow into one shared space, and the humble …
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When designing a custom home, most people dedicate many hours to deliberating about faucet fixtures, fighting over granite countertop selections, and even moving windows just a few centimetres to capture …
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Luxury homes are designed to make an impression, combining premium materials with thoughtful layouts that balance aesthetics and functionality. While natural stone, custom joinery and designer lighting often take centre …
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Before supermarkets became part of everyday life, the local corner shop was the heartbeat of the neighbourhood. It was where children spent their pocket money on lollies after school, where …
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What makes a home feel luxurious in daily life?  The answer is thoughtful planning that supports comfort, beauty, and easy routines. A well-planned home helps each room feel useful, calm, …
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There are few suburbs in Australia where the standard for luxury homes is set quite as high as Bellevue Hill. Overlooking Sydney Harbour and home to some of the country’s …
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When you envision a luxury custom home, the mind often wanders to soaring ceilings, expansive walls of glass, and high-end finishes that exude sophistication. However, the definition of luxury in …
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Congratulations! Your home renovation is finally done. The tiles are immaculate, the benchtops are gleaming, and you’re already mentally staging the Instagram photo.

Then, the last tradie walks out, and …
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Hot water is easy to overlook in a new build or major renovation, but it can account for around a quarter of household energy use. That makes it one of …
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Drive through Como and you’ll find homes from almost every era, each adding to the suburb’s unmistakable character. The challenge with a new build isn’t simply creating something beautiful, it’s …
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There are many reasons for considering adding a pool to your property. Australian summers are getting hotter and hotter, dwellings with attached swimming pools are substantially more popular on the …
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A luxury custom home is rarely remembered for its square metreage or the drama of its façade. What stays with people is far more tactile than that — the built-in …
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You step outside after a busy week and notice the bare patch beside the path, plus weeds enjoying every gap you meant to fill. The garden is not asking for …
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There is something truly special about walking into a Victorian home and experiencing the detail that has been there for generations. The ceiling roses, the archways, the proportions, the kind …
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Architectural lighting can completely change the way a luxury home feels after dark. From enhancing natural stone and timber to creating warmth, depth and atmosphere, we explore why lighting design deserves far more attention in residential design.
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This luxury concrete home by Hillam Architects was shaped as much by the owners’ way of life as by its striking coastal setting. Designed for a family whose years living …
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Choosing V-ZUG appliances is only the beginning. Discover the demonstrations, Gourmet Academy experiences, recipes and expert guidance helping owners get more from their luxury kitchen appliances.
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There is a particular kind of outdoor living that seems to belong only to this country. Coffee on the terrace stretches into a lingering breakfast, breakfast drifts into a morning …
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Luxury custom homes are never defined by architecture alone. A beautifully designed residence may begin with strong foundations, thoughtful floorplans, premium materials and carefully considered proportions. But what gives a …
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Choosing a new hot water system isn’t something most homeowners do often — which is exactly why it can feel so overwhelming. Gas or electric? Is a heat pump worth …
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