As the march of veganism gains momentum — strengthened by a growing global awareness of its benefits to personal health, the global environment and, of course, animal welfare — there’s no reason interior design shouldn’t be caught up in the carnival.

The west end is Toronto’s beating heart, and in the centre of this vital locale is Sorauren 116, one half of a remarkable dual residential project by Ancerl Studio. Previously dilapidated and semi-detached, the two homes are now completely unique. Th

Mary Poppins was right — it takes a spoonful of sugar to make the medicine go down. Doing laundry is rarely an enjoyable task but when you have a room such as this to do it in, you’ll be completing the activity with a spring in your step. This laundr

When renovating to extend living spaces, it’s possible to extend out, build a second storey, or reconfigure what you already have without having to extend at all. If you’re thinking of extending out, consider the slope of the site, access for constru

LOEWE, “the inventor of TV”, is celebrating 100 years in business. LOEWE’s ethos, which has remained unchanged since the business’s inception, is to create aesthetically beautiful TVs and sound systems that provide an unrivalled visual and audio expe

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Bentleigh House exposes contemporary design and heritage overlays as comfortable bedfellows. The new and improved home has turned an underwhelming rear yard into a personality-laden extension filled with character and bursting with greenery. Wasting

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This stunning family home has been transformed with a sizable extension that has more than doubled the footprint of the home. From the street, it appears as an elegant, single-fronted formal heritage property, but then it opens up to reveal generous

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There’s no doubt we humans are getting lazier, but mopping? True, it’s a tedious chore, but sadly the Braava jet m6 probably isn’t going to save us from it just yet. Despite all its Wi-Fi-connected bells and whistles — iAdapt 3.0 Navigation with vSLA

1/ Art has been a lifelong passion for Brisbane-based artist Maree. It all began even before she can remember when, as a toddler, she reportedly got creative with her mother’s lipstick and drew on the walls and carpet. Then, as a young child living i

With their home renovations complete, the owners of this luxury residence turned their attention to the outdoors. The house has expansive windows, so it was crucial that each aspect of the garden renovation was pleasing to the eye. Landscape designer

Hold onto your s’mores because this roaring showroom is arguably the best to be found anywhere in Sydney and the Illawarra. Recently renovated, the showroom has doubled in size and adopted a new moniker: Ignite Fireplace Studio. Indeed, it’s a place

For years architects and designers have created seamlessly integrated indoor/outdoor living spaces with one hidden secret: consistency. Creating a consistent style across both indoor and outdoor living areas will give your home a cohesive look. The m

We can’t go past a good mid-century modern sofa, and this gorgeous velvet creation is getting all of our design senses tingling. Handmade locally in Sydney, the Lewis three-seater sofa has a timeless shape with plush pillows and high sides to cosy up

Swapnil Nevgi enjoys sharing the stories of nature through his art. “Nature is the powerhouse of my inspiration,” he reflects. “No sunrise or sunset is ever the same; cloud formations and the exhilarating colours they catch are always different, and

We adore the elegant and super-comfy Grace sofa from Crafted Furniture. With the option of being completely customisable, the perfect size and fabric is available to suit your home. The Crafted Furniture team can bring your vision to life with lush v

When Lucy Bock was asked to redesign the first floor of this Melbourne home — a living, dining, kitchen and outdoor space set among treetops and within a pre-existing architectural masterpiece — she of course said yes. This home came with a hefty ser

Asink without a tap is like a pub without beer. While the latter is certainly a travesty, it’s the tapware we’re concerned about. That’s where the Zero Progresiv Collection comes in. Zero is all about balance, simplicity and the finest quality. Made

The Godin brand has become synonymous with heating and quality, rising rapidly in popularity since its iconic beginning in 1840. As the largest producer of heaters and stoves in France, Godin is ahead of the curve in innovative technology, heating ef

Whether you appreciate a bit of history or love a touch of the traditional, the character and interest behind an antique is universally admired. Valentine’s Antique Gallery is a third-generation business that’s recently moved into the heart of Bendig

A sustainable approach to building your dream home or renovating your existing home is entirely possible and will result in lower energy costs for heating and cooling, and increased comfort. Windows are a vital part of any home – they allow natural l

Designed and manufactured by BRUNNER in Bavaria, the designer inbuilt refractory kit of the BRUNNER wood heater allows a simple, costeffective and safe installation. The BRUNNER kit system “BSK” can be set up in just a few hours thanks to its precise

When designing your home’s interior, the exterior is always something to keep in mind — yet rarely do we see a level of harmony between a home’s outdoors and indoors as we have in this space from Rabbitte Joinery. The owners of this house can enjoy a

It’s no secret most Aussies love outdoor living. Unfortunately, chilly winter evenings, rainy weather and sizzling summer days can send even the most ardent outdoor enthusiasts scurrying indoors. But that doesn’t have to be the case. No matter what t

Kate Owen’s career has spanned a diverse array of creative pursuits, including management, baking, gifts and homewares, drawing for fashion houses, and running a business making special-occasion cakes. Although she was happy, this busy mum of two sti

South Coogee is a Sydney suburb that’s full of perks. Located a hop, skip and a jump away from the beach and the city, it offers the best of both worlds for those who want it all. It was here that a family of four decided to create their dream home,

The homeowners decided to split their spacious rumpus room in half to allow for a bathroom ensuite to complement their main bedroom. They wanted to steer away from an ultra-glamorous style, and instead chose to create an earthy and inviting bathroom