The federal government has unveiled what it is calling their “plan to solve the housing crisis,” outlining both steps they intend to take, as well as issuing a callout to other levels of government and homebuilders to roll up their sleeves. The 28-page plan includes billions of dollars in spending commitments and is divided into…
Oystercatchers | MCK Architecture & Interiors
From the architect: For several years a Sydney based family had enjoyed their holidays in a tiny pre-fabricated house on the beachfront lot, but had finally outgrown it. They wanted to improve the accommodation and take better advantage of the opportunities of the location and aspect, while maintaining a relaxed, simple pattern…
Tiny homes are alleviating big problems – architecture and design news
With high property prices throughout the country, Australians are looking for innovative ways to access affordable housing options. So-called tiny homes have been touted as everything from a lifestyle and environmental revolution to a panacea for social housing issues. While there’s no universal definition of what constitutes a tiny home, it’s usually regarded as a…
Combating Common Household Hazards with Professional Cleaning
A hygienically clean home has never been more important, especially in light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, and the prevalence of super-bugs. Yet, this is harder to achieve than many people realise, and requires a certain amount of dedication. A highly effective and convenient way of ensuring that your home is always free from common…
Rule of three: Why 3 is a magic number according to interior designers
To make an impact with a decorative display, the magic number is definitely three. Grouping three objects is a technique that top interior designers employ frequently to make the items they collect together a feature worth attention. Why does this odd number have the winning edge over the classical, symmetrical pairing? While this can look…
This Craftsman-Style Beauty May Just Be Our Dream ‘Forever Home’
When Ashley Lavonne Walker started her own interior design firm in 2021 in Los Angeles, she quickly hooked a dream project: the top-to-bottom redo of a historic home in the city’s Hancock Park neighborhood. After almost a decade working for some of the city’s top designers—including ELLE DECOR A-List talents Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Michael S….
Nathan Cleary’s ‘moody’ $2m home renovation
NRL superstar Nathan Cleary has offered a rare behind-the-scenes look at his personal live as he chronicles the renovations to his luxury western Sydney home. NRL superstar Nathan Cleary has offered a rare behind-the-scenes look at his personal life as he chronicles the renovations to his luxury western Sydney home. In between winning premierships, the…
Tamra Judge’s Big Bear House Renovation: Bedroom Details, Update
Who knew Tamra Judge was so handy with a paint roller? The Real Housewives of Orange County cast member recently took to Instagram with a major update on her house in Big Bear. In her January 10 post, the real-estate buff shared a peek inside her mountain home. Keep scrolling to read about the progress…