When it comes to deciding between real leather vs faux leather, the choice can be tricky. We’ve outlined the differences to help you decide.
Learn how to keep your real leather or faux leather furniture looking its best with our simple cleaning and care guides.
If you’re dreaming of white sandy beaches and turquoise water, the Vintage Vacation homewares range is for you. Check out this luscious look.
A deep natural brown reminiscent of dark wood & rich soil, burnt umber is the ultimate earthy tone & a beloved choice in interior design.
Marble is a gorgeous natural stone that can add an instant sense of luxury to any room & even add value to your home.
From burnt umber and terracotta to mustard yellow and olive, here are the elegant earth tones the world of design is embracing.
Connection with nature, comfort & multifunction are among the top 2021 design trends, along with an exciting revival of vintage décor.
Eucalyptus wood is fast-growing Australian hardwood that’s stunning, sustainable & less expensive than traditional hardwoods.
A bedhead is a wonderful way to add a luxurious element to your bedroom. Get tips on how to select a bedhead for your room.
It's the perfect time of year to get the fire pit blazing. We've got some handy tips for creating a safe & stylish fire pit zone... plus plenty s'more 😉
Add instant warmth and charm to your home with an electric fireplace. Get DIY instructions on how to install a fireplace in your home.
A beautiful home can be both elegant and eco-friendly. Here are 5 benefits of bamboo and rattan and the reasons why we love them so.
Evoking soothing images of a summer sky or crystal waters lapping on the sand, indigo blue has long been a favourite in interior design.
Being stuck at home last year shifted our home life perspective. Check out the top renovation trends for 2021 that builders are reporting.
Offering a hybrid of Japanese & Scandinavian influences, the Japandi style is one of the hottest interior design trends hitting Aussie homes.
Early Settler’s visual merchandising manager, Donna Gilligan, has some dreamy decorating ideas for your bedroom.
We’ve got some autumn decorating ideas to harness the hygge in your home with warm furnishings and this season’s earthy colours.
Older homes are often brimming with character & timeless appeal, but how do you update your period home without losing its old-world charm?
Our furry friends have lived beside us 24/7 over the past year... how do you tell your pets you’re going back to work?
From breaky to board games, the dining room is the heart of the home. We’ve got handy tips on selecting the right dining set for your space.
Set the mood for entertaining friends and family outdoors all year round with tips from stylist Heather Nette King.
We’ve got some great ideas for a kids bedroom makeover to transform their spaces from "blah" to "ta-dah!" with handy tips from our buyer.
Yellow has long been recognised in design for its cheerful impact on spaces & for 2021 it pairs with grey as the Pantone Colour of the Year.
The top interior design trends for 2021 are all about making homes fresher, multifunctional and more environmentally friendly.
Craving a spa-like escape to relax & unwind? We’ve got 5 tips for creating a blissful bathroom retreat to lose yourself in a little 'me time'.
Renovating your kitchen is super exciting, but it can also get overwhelming. We've got 7 steps to planning your dream kitchen.
Outdoor furniture trends of 2021 reflect the new era of social distancing, staying at home more & bringing the plush comforts of indoors outside.
Interior designer Chris Carroll shares the 10 mistakes you’re making when styling your outdoor space… and, most importantly, how to fix them.
Blue skies, rustling trees & trickling water have a subconscious impact on lifting mood. Create a great outdoor space for good mental health.
Ceiling fans not only keep you cool on balmy summer days, they also work wonders in winter.
Just in time for for the balmy weather, we’ve got some great ideas for creating an outdoor zone for every occasion.
Butter up the popcorn and pick a flick! It’s movie night and we’ve got an easy step-by-step guide to creating a DIY outdoor cinema.
Hayley Little of @mumlittleloves shows us how to style a Pinterest-worthy shelf.
Most of us dream of a little space in the sun... we've got 10 beautiful balcony decorating ideas to make the most of your outdoor space.
Bathroom renos are often put on hold due to expense. We’ve got 3 essential bathroom updates that will add style and equity to your home.
From all-weather wicker to teak timber, we’ve got a handy guide to keeping your outdoor furniture looking its best for years to come.
Stuck inside for months on end, our home lives have altered forever… but how exactly will life as we know it change after COVID-19?
From the classic California bungalow to mid-century modern, we’ve profiled some of the most iconic eras in Australian architecture.
Stylist Yvette Wilson got her hands on our Dominique Drinks Trolleys to show us it's the perfect cocktail cart for every occasion.
Has the cooler weather got you feeling down? We’ve got 7 ways to embrace the outdoors to beat the winter blues.
Feeling stagnant? We’ve got 7 simple steps to elevate the energy and spruce up your spaces with a feng shui room refresh.
Salvaged from the frames of old buildings, bridges & wharves, recycled timber is exceptionally strong, eco-friendly & beautifully unique.
We all love the warm, natural appeal of timber furniture. Our easy guide will help you keep your pieces looking their best for years to come.
We’ve got 7 simple styling rules designers always follow to create perfectly-Pinterested interiors.
The simple rule that stylists follow to help their rooms come together more beautifully.
Reports are showing that many work-from-home employees are working longer and burning out. We’ve got tips for getting the balance back.
Spending more time indoors, winter is the perfect season to update your space. We've got budget-friendly ways to refresh your home that are big on impact.
We’ve got plenty of boredom-busting activities to keep kids busy these school holidays... best of all, they’re screen free!
We’ve got a guilt-free dinner menu so delicious, the family won’t even realise it's packed full of veggies!
Ask the experts: Our in-house design expert and Visual Merchandising Manager shares her savvy styling solution to which armchair pairs with the Slouch
Once only available to the rich, today’s velvet is affordable and easy to clean yet just as luxe as ever, making it one of the best choices for furniture.
Ask the experts: Our in-house design expert shares her savvy styling solution to how to furnish an entryway.
Ask the experts: Our in-house design expert shares her savvy styling solution to furnishing an awkward shaped room.
Our National Visual Merchandising Manager has shared her savvy styling solutions to your interior design questions.
With isolation restrictions keeping us housebound, we've got great tips on flattening the curve on your rising energy costs.
Homeschooling, home-baked bread and collecting eggs from the chooks... from quarantine to cottagecore, wholesome living has never been so appealing.
Bust the iso blues with these great dinner party ideas — from throwing a fancy feast for the kids to pizza and puzzles in your PJs.
Discover a world of virtual adventures for curious kids to keep them busy during isolation.
Travel the world from the safety of the sofa with this list of awesome things to do this weekend.
Updating the bathroom can get expensive. Check out the 5 classic trends for a timeless bathroom to future-proof your investment.
In honour of 'Pooch Perfect' and pampering pups, we found out the surprising health perks of owning a pupper.
Sarah Todd's recent backyard makeover & pikelet picnic gave us some delicious ideas for Pancake Day.
Simple ways to make your home more eco-friendly to help save the environment and money on bills.
The Pantone Color Institute recently announced the colour of the year — it’s a classic.
Before you start your next styling project, create a digital mood board with Style Sourcebook to see what works best.
Create your spaces digitally before purchasing your big-ticket items with these free interior design apps.
The tropical trend is all the rage in furniture and homewares and we can’t get enough of it.
From our hottest homewares to furnishing faves, we've compiled a list of what you most loved in 2019.
Is 'puppy' on the wish list? There are thousands of fur-babies in shelters across Australia looking for someone to love.
Don't let bored kids hijack the household serenity. We’ve got an arsenal of activities to keep them entertained over the holidays.
With the messy little munchkins home for the holidays, we've got 20 time-saving housework hacks to spend less time cleaning and more time playing.
Your precious keepsakes are a reflection of your personality. Learn how to style your shelf like a stylist.
One of the greatest joys of spring is getting outside to bask in the balmy weather. We’ve compiled some easy tips to make your alfresco a bug-free zone.
Fresh herbs are so delicious, but they can also be expensive. Learn how to grow your own greens in a pallet garden. It's easy and can even be done in limited space.
Embracing vibrant colours, tropical prints and metallic accents, this season’s homewares collection reflects the top interior design trends for 2019.
Listing your house on the property market is a high-stakes game. We've compiled some simple styling tips for selling your home to maximise its price.
A lack of square footage doesn't have to put a damper on your décor. We’ve got 5 styling tips for decorating small spaces with style.
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