In the wake of recent economic shifts in Australia, many families are re-evaluating their spending habits, particularly when it comes to leisure and home management. With rising living costs and a general air of financial caution, the ‘staycation’ has emerged as a popular and prudent alternative to traditional holidays. This article explores how to transform…
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As the sun sets on another year, there is a lot to remember about 2023 property-wise. It was a long year, our first without a lockdown since 2019, and while it didn’t have the same number of rate rises as 2022, it had way more than we expected. So who were the winners and losers?…
Whether you’re just buying your first piece of art, dreaming of create a chic salon gallery wall, or just looking to add something to your collection, art prints are a great (and affordable) way to freshen up your space. They also make great gifts! So, with Christmas around the corner, we scoured the internet to…
Prices accelerated in November despite a rate rise as population growth hits its highest level on record. Latest population numbers show that Australia saw an additional 563,000 people in 12 months. This many people require around 225,000 additional homes. With us now consistently building fewer than 180,000 homes per year, construction is nowhere near keeping…
Landscape design trends are ever evolving, and as we approach 2024 homeowners, architects and landscape professionals are eager to incorporate new & innovative elements into their outdoor spaces. One of the exciting development in landscape design is the emergence of unconventional materials, developing smart technology as well as the reemergence of breeze blocks. In this…
It’s a common theory that stimulating first-home buyers has a knock-on effect to the whole market. It usually works alone, under the stimulation of government, and it kicks the money up the chain. But right now, it has a significant dancing partner that is also bringing its own stimulus. It’s the prestige buyers, locally and…
Interior architect Edwina Glenn and her architect husband Ed, of Powell and Glenn, wanted their next home to be a ‘design challenge’. They found it in a ‘derelict’ heritage art-deco pub in South Melbourne and over two years transformed it into an open, elevated home that doesn’t feel too precious.With three kids and a dog…
“What will I buy if I sell?” That’s the question a lot of people are asking. The reality is that these people want to sell, their home is no longer practical, it’s usually too big or too small and they are out looking constantly. Eventually they find their next home – sometimes their dream home!…
I was walking with my mate Jack this week. Our walk usually consists of a quick loop of New Farm, a coffee at the deli and solving all of the world’s problems. I was chewing his ear off about my theory about a looming wave of tenants about to meet the shrinking pool of available…
If your tastes err towards caviar, but your budget is more beans on toast, you’re likely wondering how to balance your lavish preferences with your limited resources. The good news is that it’s entirely possible to make your home feel more sumptuous, even if you’re if you’re light on funds. All it takes is an…