Choose your style Some of you will already have an idea of your preferred interior style. Others will be overwhelmed, and unsure of where to start. Regardless of how you start your project, it always pays to do a bit of research. Jump on Instagram, Pinterest or pick up a magazine if you prefer an…
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1. Look for inspiration The very first step is simply to start thinking about what you want your kitchen to look like. Start looking at other kitchens – in magazines, on Pinterest and Instagram and in-real-life – and think about how they might translate into your space. Get an idea of what colour palettes or…
1. Clean out your fridge and pantry Although we’re all tempted to hit the shops and stock up, experts say panic buying isn’t the answer. So before you pack your car boot with six months worth of tinned goods, it pays to go through what you already have in the pantry. You might have forgotten…
Many of us would love to live in a freshly renovated home. But did you know there are ways to overhaul your property without spending a lot of money, or knocking down walls? Have you just bought the worst house on the best street? Or maybe you’re waiting to save up for your dream renovation?…
If your facade is looking dull and outdated, it’s probably time to give it a makeover for the coming year. Stay on track and add a bit of designer dazzle to your project with the following five steps. Step 1 Start with a blank canvas by getting in and doing a good old-fashioned clean-up. Wash…
The striking of midnight on December 31 leaves us all (well, those of us who can think straight at that time) thinking of change and how we can all make our world a better place. We usually direct that change toward our wellbeing, but our homes can do with a good freshening up every now…
1. Spread cheer with wintry hues We naturally gravitate towards a warmer and more coastal palette in summer with sea blues and sunny yellows, but that doesn’t mean we’re not able to also embrace a cooler set of colours. We can take inspiration from nature and the cooler climate. This means embracing warmer textures and…
1. Paint is your best friend Painting is often named as the best return on investment you can make when it comes to improving the look of your home. But don’t be limited by just painting the walls: Consider a treatment for cupboards, doors or even look at respraying a dated bathroom, which can add…
Cover all surfaces Drop sheets, which cost $3 or less from your local hardware store, will be your saviour. When you’re working on your next DIY job cover floors, couches and basically anything else you want to ensure is safe from paint splatters and sawdust. Fill holes and gaps Holes in walls and gaps around…
Former House Rules champs, Aaron and Daniella Winter, know a thing or two about a successful reno. They’re now seasoned ‘flippers’, turning fixer-uppers into property gold on the Gold Coast. Is it structually sound? “Does it have good bones? That’s the one thing that’s going to save you mega money at the backend,” Aaron says.…