Do you need cubby houses and bunk bed slides to make the ultimate kid’s bedroom? Or can it be a little simpler? Lifestyle blogger and mum of three, Jess Dempsey, reveals her tips to create the ultimate kid’s bedroom to please both parent and child. Keep it simple When it … Read more
While most data companies are suggesting that growth only commenced in February, Ray White’s analysis reveals that the market actually began its upward trajectory in January, as buyers started pricing in the rising potential for interest rate cuts. Growth spreads across the country February data shows the Australian housing … Read more
Home buying is at its peak in spring, making it the perfect season for a lounge room refresh. Spring is not just a season; it’s a feeling of renewal and possibility. As the flowers bloom, so too does the housing market, with 2.4 million realestate.com.au users intending to move over … Read more
Homeowners often face a challenging decision: renovate their existing property or sell and buy something that better meets their needs. Over the past two years, we’ve seen the value of renovations undertaken remain high, largely driven by rising construction costs. With the cost of building expected to remain high but … Read more
There’s one particularly polarising question Melbourne-based interior designer Simone Haag asks all her clients: how do you feel about vintage furniture? “People are either a hard yes or a hard no,” the stylist says. In today’s fast-paced world of “fast homewares”, where dupes and knock-offs muddy the pool of original … Read more
For decades, our housing market has been driven by much deeper forces: a persistent undersupply of homes, major demographic shifts, and fundamental changes in how and where Australians want to live. This isn’t just another housing cycle – it’s a super cycle that has been building for years, and it’s … Read more
Over time, subtle shifts occur in design. We spoke to industry insiders to find out what’s been preoccupying them, what they’re looking towards this year and the changes they’ve observed in their clients. Natural beauty “We’re seeing the use of more timeless, natural materials – materials people loved 10 … Read more
Inflation has now been within the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) target for two quarters and finally they have decided to cut. Why the hesitation? The main issue was that the economy remained relatively stable. In particular unemployment remained low and as yet, there are no immediate signs of recession. In … Read more
The transition from stamp duty to land tax represents one of the most significant potential reforms in Australian property policy. While the economic benefits are clear, most state governments remain hesitant to implement such a major change. New Zealand made an immediate transition in 1999, while the ACT opted for … Read more
Each year brings a fresh wave of design inspiration for bathrooms and tells us something about ourselves. As we slide into 2025, we’re a little bolder and more playful, yet still enamoured with using our bathrooms for retreat and respite. Two designers share the trends we’ll see more of in … Read more