Posts By Jade Johansson

Last summer I measured a boat in a client’s driveway. On its trailer it ran 9.2 metres long, with a radar arch at 3.4 metres. The quote for a conventional …
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A house becomes a home not through grand renovations, but through thoughtful finishing touches. It is the small, intentional details like light filtering through beautiful curtains and perfectly crafted woodwork …
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A recent heritage terrace renovation in Melbourne shows where Australian heating is heading. The architect removed every gas appliance and still wanted quiet, elegant winter comfort.

The answer was not …
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I recently walked through a $3.2 million custom home in Melbourne with an architect who had specified Calacatta marble on nearly every surface. The finishes were stunning, but the main …
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I recently helped a client furnish a 3.0 x 2.8 m dining nook in her Surry Hills apartment. She wanted four seats, proper elbow room, and a table that looked …
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I once walked into a renovated guest suite with linen textures and brass hardware and sat on the sofa. It looked perfect. Then the owner opened the bed, and within …
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There’s a certain type of person who simply cannot live in a beige house. The kind who gravitates toward bold patterns, unique objet d’art and furniture, and sees a blank …
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Introduce greenery into a space and everything changes. Materials feel softer, spaces feel more inviting, and what was once static begins to feel alive. For years, O2’s signature plantwalls have …
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Colour, texture and cultural influence come together in the work of Denice Downey, creating pieces that feel both expressive and immersive. An Irish-born, Sydney-based artist, her practice is shaped by …
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There’s something unmistakable about an Azure home. Maybe it’s the sculptural lines, the bold use of materials, or the confidence that comes from design that knows exactly what it’s doing. …
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When it comes to designing interiors, the scale of a 54m superyacht demands an entirely different level of consideration. Every surface is exposed to movement, salt air and constant use, …
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As the world pivots from high energy consumption to a focus on sustainable practices, energy efficiency is no longer a mere whisper along corridors; it has rapidly evolved into a …
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Rope access has become the standard access method for high-rise painting and facade work across Sydney. That’s largely a good thing — it’s faster to mobilise, cheaper than scaffolding, and …
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Water damage from plumbing leaks can lead to costly repairs, highlighting the importance of maintaining a sound plumbing system in every home. For instance, a small hidden leak can waste …
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Discovering a leak or a burst pipe in your home can turn a good day sour incredibly fast. Selecting the right plumber is not only about fixing the immediate issue …
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As a parent, you’re always looking at ways to bring fun and excitement into the home, particularly for your kids as they grow.

If you’re fortunate enough to have space …
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Standing desks are so popular these days, and they’ve gone a lot further than the gimmick a lot of people assumed they were at first. These days, they’re everywhere, including …
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Working from home has shifted from a temporary arrangement to a permanent lifestyle for millions of Australians. And if you are building a custom home, there has never been a …
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Moving to a new area, building a new home, or setting yourself up in a completely different part of the country is one of the most exciting things a person …
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Mauritius is renowned for its crystal-clear aqua-marine lagoons and idyllic beaches. But the tropical island also sits squarely in the Indian Ocean cyclone belt. Homes built along its breathtaking coastline …
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