ACT designers Front/Centre
Two local designers have been selected as Front/Centre finalists at Denfair – a showcase of contemporary design to be held in Melbourne on 20-22 June. Daniel Margules uses his skills...
The kitchen island began its meteoric rise from obscurity to kitchen hero in the 1980s – in part due to the ascendancy of open plan living and the need to create a...
As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, it’s the perfect time to be getting all ‘hygge’. For the uninitiated, hygge (pronounced “hoo-gah”), is a Danish concept that can’t be translated...
The cooler weather is the perfect time to inject some bold colours and make a statement. Use this tutorial from makeup artist Nicole Thompson for a bold, matte lipstick look.
Making It Up,...
In a world of mass produced goods and beauty products, unique can be hard to come by. Enter personalised accessories and products! From monogramming, mixing and moulding, the world of ‘make-it-your-own’ is...
Gardens are a wonderful space that transform a place of residence into a welcomed escape from the grittiness of everyday life. At the very least, gardens are a visual space but can...
Winter is going to be cold and some days we won’t want to get out of bed. So, I’ve put together a survival guide and some great tips for the chilly months...
Poisonous plants to be wary of in the Canberra garden for cats and dogs.
You might be surprised to know that many of our popular locally grown plants can be toxic to our...
It’s your pooch’s favourite time of the year again!
The RSPCA’s annual Million Paws Walk (MPW) is coming to Lake Burley Griffin once again, where paws will pound the pavement in support of...
Vale Enrico Taglietti
The Australian Institute of Architects has offered its condolences to family, friends and colleagues following the passing of Dr Enrico Taglietti LFRAIA, the 2007 recipient of the Institute’s highest honour,...
Gardens are a living ecosystem with as much happening below ground as above. Caring for your plants and the soil they grow in will reward you with garden health and resilience.
Late autumn...
Floors make up one of the largest expanses of space in a home, so it’s important to choose the right flooring for your living situation and care for it properly.
According to Carpet...
From summer temperatures of more than 40°C to winter mornings that can plummet to -7°C, the ACT region certainly experiences the highs and lows of all four seasons.
According to Rachael Turner, Acting...
Whatever the occasion, why not take inspiration from the Japanese tradition of Furoshiki (Japanese fabric wrapping) and substitute single-use wrapping paper for beautiful fabric. Here, Maxwell & Williams explain how to wrap...
A ‘keto’, or ketogenic, diet is where you consume an extremely low amount of carbohydrates and high amounts of fat, kind of like a ‘souped-up’ paleo diet. The name keto comes from...
Add compost, a batch of life-giving worm tea and a light covering of organic mulch such as lucerne to rejuvenate tired garden beds and activate invaluable soil life. This is particularly important...
When it comes to Mother’s Day, flowers are a simple gift to show you care. We caught up with A Tree in the House author Annabelle Hickson for some tips on flowers...
This is my 24th year trekking the Kokoda track in commemoration of Anzac Day, and it continues to amaze me. Kokda is part of Australia’s war history and a living museum where...
Give Mum the gift of an indulgent pamper session, with a relaxing treatment from some of our favourite Canberra beauty spots.
Beauty Bar International: Visit Beauty Bar International for a full suite of...
An insect hotel provides habitat and nesting opportunities for a wide range of beneficial insects and solitary native bees.
Urban landscapes are often built up, covered in hard surfaces such as concrete and...
Propagation is about making new plants from old, whether via cuttings, seed sowing, division, layering, grafting, tissue culture, and more. Different propagation methods suit different plant types (do your research beforehand).Cuttings, seed...
Be a good egg and get inspired with some simple projects to celebrate Easter.
Easter bunny planter
The kids will love making this Easter bunny planter. It could even be a great hiding spot...
Chronic pain is a massive health issue in Australia, afflicting one in five Australians, with an estimated cost to the economy of upwards of $34 billion a year in medical costs and...
Are you designing a new garden or renovating an existing one? Consider a wildlife and beneficial insect-friendly habitat.
The following are some considerations and inclusions for embracing the wild side:
Promote a more self-sustaining...
Just because you live in an apartment without a backyard, doesn’t mean you have to give up all of the advantages that come with a domestic garden space. Maximise the land available...
When the weather cools down, it’s our instinct to go into hibernation as we bunker down and spend more time than usual curled up on the couch.Melissa Bonney, director at multi-disciplinary design...
While spring and summer are popular times to tackle DIY, there’s no need to put your projects on hold when the weather cools down.
The DIY experts at Kennards Hire suggest six indoor...
This pegboard shelf is a great project to help you declutter your home office or study desk. It’s easy to make, looks great and the pegs and shelves can be moved around...
If your bathroom feels dated or in need of an upgrade, spruce it up with new tapware and accessories. Methven’s licensed plumber, Pino Tarquinio, gives his top tips for a simple DIY...
Keen to tackle a DIY project but feeling time-poor? With the Easter long weekend coming up, it’s the perfect opportunity to complete small and mid-sized projects around the home. Looking for some...
