ISSUE 62 WE LOVE - MODERN INDUSTRIAL

Indie

Steampunk style

Warehouse




Left to right: See more of our favourites at Decoration + Design Pinterest

Raw, tough and precise, the modern industrial interior style showcases beauty and character in its utilitarian and period pieces.

Peeling paint and recycled woods provide a pared-back look for those looking for something minimal and no-fuss.

Aged furniture, either done by hand or over the years, makes the room feel lived-in, perfect for lovers of the retro aesthetic.

To discover more on how you can create this style in your own space, visit homelife.com.au

 

ISSUE 61 WE LOVE - ECLECTIC INTERIORS

The artist

High low mix

Messy magnificence



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What was once deemed to be messy or busy, is now a coveted interior trend.

It seems the artful eclectic is now a lusted look for decor from homes to offices, but it's more than just simply adding a vintage piece or two.

Achieving the eclectic aesthetic is a careful mix of high and low, new and old, but to make it look right, it's never random. There is always a strategy behind the arrangement.

Careful planning, testing, moving and rearranging is required during the installation process, but once it's achieved, your home will feel just like, well home.

 

ISSUE 60 WE LOVE - FEATURE WALLS

Sailor style

Standout

Say it in style



Left to right: See more of our favourites at Decoration + Design Pinterest

Feature walls may have received a bad wrap in recent years, but there really is no better way to spruce up a dull living room.

Whether it be a cool striped wall paper, photographic wall art or just simply painting a blackboard over one side, the feature wall is a tried and tested, foolproof decoration trick.

And it's generally pretty cost effective too.

Do you have a feature wall in your home?

ISSUE 59 WE LOVE - MONOCHROMATIC DECOR

Two tone classic

A little shady

Timeless




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If there's a colour combination that evokes classic chic everytime, it's black and white. The monochromatic palette is a favourite for many interior stylists for its simplicity and clean aesthetic.

There is no worry of this timeless choice going out of style any time soon. You know your money is well spent and a guaranteed investment.

But in saying that, it's certainly not for everyone and while it over-achieves in the style stakes, it's a little lacking in the warm and cosy department.

 

ISSUE 58 WE LOVE - GEOMETRIC PRINTS

Prints charming

Playful patterns

Magic carpet



Left to right: See more of our favourites at Decoration + Design Pinterest

If you're home is in need of a little `something', or as the French so effortlessly say a little je ne sais quoi, then a printed carpet or rug is definitely your go-to.

The effect is immediate and the room is completely transformed. The above rooms went from so so to woah in one simple step.

And the best part is, rugs can just as easily be removed when you're ready for change.


ISSUE 57 WE LOVE - THE MASTER BEDROOM

Bedridden

Designer dreams

Sleep it off



Left to right: See more of our favourites at Decoration + Design Pinterest

It's that crazy time of year when office end-of-year parties take over your social calendar and you begin preparations for Christmas Day.

But when all of that finally comes to a halt, there's one place we will all seek refuge and that's in the master bedroom.

This should always be your personal sanctuary, an quiet oasis where you can shut out the rest of the world for a while to relax, unwind and enjoy some peace.


ISSUE 56 WE LOVE - PERSPEX CHAIRS

Pretty plastic

See thru hue

Sheer genuis



Left to right: Perspex chairs via Furniture Favourites Pinterest board

For the minimalist mood, opt for a quiet achiever like this perspex chair. The plastic pretties are perfect for an understated look, or for those small rooms where visible chairs might cramp your style.

Perspex chairs have become popular additions for restaurants, weddings and offices for their subtle appeal. They blend seamlessly into the background and mix perfectly with any colour. Easy and chic, the perfect combination.

ISSUE 55 WE LOVE - DECORATIVE LIGHTS

Hanging pretty

All glass

Indie darling



Left to right: Chandelier imagery via Pinterest

For their instant romanticism and old world appeal, chandeliers are often the first choice for country manors and wedding receptions. But have you ever thought about installing them in a contemporary kitchen or giving a modern room a shabby chic touch?

Add some history with an antique glass chandelier, bring an industrial vibe with a steampunk variation, or update an older style home with a new model in an inky black hue.

Check out our pinterest board for more ideas HERE.

ISSUE 53 WE LOVE - THE EGG CHAIR

Hang ten

Spin a classic

Go retro




Left to right: Vintage Looks; Fibreglass red egg chair; This next

Get a space age feel and go back to the future with this super cool hanging ball chair! Bound to be a hit with friends at your next dinner party. Just make sure you have a secure ceiling to hang it from.

If you don't have anywhere to hang a ball chair, then opt for the sitting styles. Like this retro egg-shaped chair. Some of them even spin, which is a lot of fun for little ones, or big kids too.

The classic ball chair complete with burnt orange cushion and lining will give a vintage feel to any home.

ISSUE 52 WE LOVE - WOODEN CABINETS

Noir lady

Crafty cabinetry

Rustic living



Left to right: Box serie dresser; Dressoir sliding doors; Harmony 4 draw chest

Modernise your home with a touch of the orient in one cool cabinet. Sleek and understated, this subtle noir number is a quiet achiever.

Sometimes it pays to let the beauty of nature shine through. This piece explores contemporary design while maintaining a natural finish.

Give your home a rustic edge with this chest of drawers for that perfect `lived-in' look.

ISSUE 51 WE LOVE - FANCY MIRRORS

Vintage Vogue

Modern reflection

Gilded view



Left to right: Decorative mirror; Round mirrors; Stella Mirror

Mirrors come in all shapes and sizes and if you choose something original or unique in style or era you can completely change the look and feel of a room. This vintage decorative mirror will add a touch of retro to any space.

Round mirrors can create the illusion of a larger space in what is technically a small room. The overall view is also changed with the way a mirror can refract light.

It's a little on the expensive side but this mirror is worth it. Referencing a silver gilded French antique style, this Stella Mirror features silver abalone shells elegantly arranged on a serpentine mirror. Stunning.

ISSUE 50 WE LOVE - UNUSUAL LIGHTS

Bucking the trend

Underwater world

Turn on the dark side



Left to right: About Space: Medusae Pendant Lamps; Darth Vader lamp

Whether you have a love affair with the equine industry or you just like unique lighting, this horse lamp is the perfect addition to break up a modern office space or add a bit of quirk to your living room.

We are always on the hunt for eccentric lighting and this one really takes the prize. We love these translucent jelly fish lights for that incredible underwater experience indoors.

This one's for the Star Wars fans who are actually good, but are swayed by the dark side because of how cool Darth Vader's helmet is.

ISSUE 49 WE LOVE

Ready-to-eat

Designer Delicacies

Hammered



Left to right: Lemon Grass; MRD home; Red Door Home

Entertaining made easy with this decorative poppy shaped bowl in food safe red enamelled finish.

Designer elegance can be achievable in your own home with beautifully crafted hand blown glass pieces such as this Naxos glass bowl from MRD Home.

If the rustic and a little off centre pieces are more your style, then you will love this hammered stainless steel champagne bath! Bubbly anyone?

ISSUE 48 WE LOVE - WIRE CHAIRS

Cage comfort

Check it out

Bird on a wire 




Left to right: Acapulco chair; Kelly Oshiro Design; Mathieu Mategot

Take one look at this marvellous design and it's easily a striking centre piece bound to be a talking point for any room in your home. But is it comfy I hear you ask? Well, I am pleased to say that with a subtle cushion placement in the centre it is a highly enjoyable and comfortable chair.

I think I speak for all of us when I say this is the ultimate position for this kind of chair. Counting the clouds sweep by in the sky on a timber deck overlooking the sea - yes!

This is the ultimate garden chair! A cushion for prosterior comfort, the twisted metal base and wave design at the back. Can't you just imagine it in a cottage garden setting? Swoon.

ISSUE 47 WE LOVE - TERRARIUMS

Mini Magic

DIY Domes

Cute & Kitsch




Left to right: Mini Terrariums; DIY terrariums; Apartment Therapy

Whether it's hanging, tabletop or mounted, these mini terrariums are a happy addition to any space, bringing life and greenery to the indoor environment.

Create beautiful and elegant terrariums that will help your friends get closer to nature all year long. From re-using light bulbs to ex-jam jars, there are so many ways to recreate the humble terrarium to suit your home - and it's fun to do too!

If you're time poor and afraid of killing indoor plants, then terrariums can be made from fake plants and fitted out with kitsch toys for something fun and unique.

 

ISSUE 46 WE LOVE

Parque it

Shine a blue hue

Branch out



Left to right: Lee Broom Parque lamp; Lazy Susan lamp; The Lampe Plaffonier

Lee Broom isn't an award winning designer for nothing. This sleek and chic lamp offers a minimalist look with a unisex feel.

With it's unusual texture juxtaposed with a powder blue tone, this Lazy Susan lamp is the perfect combination to appeal to both your eclectic and classic tastes.

It may look like a simple twig with a few lights stringed on, but this is so much more. The Lampe Plaffonier is more like a sculpture than a lamp: a "living tension between balance and movement, momentum and meditation."

ISSUE 44 WE LOVE - CONCRETE

Top Heavy

Sitting Pretty

Bench Appeal



Left to right: Cement coffee table; Cement seat; Concrete bench

Give an industrial edge to your home with this concrete coffee table. Can withstand all bumps, knocks and drink spillage.

Create an gallery-esque vibe outside your home with this unique concrete bench seat. Can handle any weather and will age gracefully.

It looks unusual enough to be a conversation starter and you can put hot pans or pots straight onto it without the worry of staining or permanently marking. Perfect kitchen bench top.

ISSUE 43 WE LOVE

Smell the Roses

Taste of the Orient

Pink Perfection



Left to right: See more inspiring interior ideas at The Rug Collection blog.

Rugs are an instant way to update a room. Add a floral carpet to any space for an eclectic injection.

Throw down an Asian-inspired rug to add a touch of the orient to your space.

A beige space can gets a facelift with a blast of pink! Subtle but highly effective and adds instant charm

ISSUE 42 WE LOVE

Bright Idea

Neon Nuance

Fluoro Flavour




Left to right: Find out how you can reinvent your tired furniture with a slick of paint at Real Living.

Get your paintbrush and paint pot at the ready to give your old chairs, tables and lamps a gorgeously glossy makeover.

Bright pink is another shade that's making a comeback. Use it with confidence and let the other colours in your room take a back seat.

Yellow and green have often proved to be less than desirable together, but when the shades are citrus-inspired they look fresh and vibrant together.

ISSUE 41 WE LOVE

Peacock Perfect

Cane, Naturally

Retro Rattan




Left to right: Peacock Cane Chair, Naturally Cane Chair, Hanging Rattan Chair

There is nothing more picturesque or iconic of an era than the peacock cane chair. Fashion shoots throughout the ages have often featured this symbolic chair, and it is still highly valued today.

This cane chair adds a certain vintage charm to your home. Perfect setting for an afternoon of tea and scones in the garden during summer.

If you're after a retro feel in a modern context, then this hanging rattan chair is definitely your signature piece. It is sure to be the most wanted chair in your home, perfect for outdoor lazing by the pool, soaking in the mid-summer sun.

 

ISSUE 40 WE LOVE

Farmhouse fun

Milkin' it

Stash desk



Left to right: Bend Seating Farmhouse Chair; West-elm aluminium and wood side table; Blu dot stash desk

Old school style meets modern day trends in this iron wire chair. Inspired by Amish barns remind us of times past, but its clean lines with pop of orange bring it into today’s times. 

You might be surprised to find this stylish seat is actually a side table. It's inspiration? A traditional milking stool.

This multi-tasking table has a handy pencil drawer that can be arranged to sit on both sides for easy access to writing tools.

 

ISSUE 39 WE LOVE

Fluoro-accent

Timberific

Designer Diner



Left to right: La Tête Au Cube fluoro vase; American Oak veneer shade; The Dining Chair by Inoda + Sveje. 

The fluoro trend has transcended our wardrobes into our decor. For those who aren't willing to let the neon brights take over, then these simple porcelain vases bring a classic touch to a modern look.

Design innovation has reached new heights with this innovative wooden lamp shade. Spanning 100 cm in diameter at 70 cm high it's sure to be a conversation starter.

Looking slightly like a very cool baby high chair, this sleek seat has been elegantly designed to allow the wood to hug the body and the chair to take up minimum visual space. Scandinavian of course.

 

ISSUE 38 WE LOVE

Retro-tastic

Designer recliner

Cool Classic



Left to right: Danish Retro Furniture; Jade Classic Recliner; Retro and Modern

When it comes to retro and modern furniture, the Danes have it down. This is the kind of living room I dream about.

A recliner should always be super comfortable, but never lose sight of its designer appeal. This vintage-esque style nails both, perfectly.

Nothing beats the cool contemporary classic of the great furniture designer, Charles and Ray Eames. This piece will be a conversation starter.

 

ISSUE 37 WE LOVE

Alphabet Seat

Working fun

Divine DIY



Left to right: Palette Industries; Jenk Design; {aka}|design

Remember when graphic designers created typography by hand? Well now they have taken that idea and worked them into chairs. Fancy taking a seat on Helvetica? It's alphabet city.

The perfect balance of work and home life, this multi-functional desk hides work when you want to play home, and even has two wedges for a drink level and to stop your pen from rolling away. And when work is done, the stylish design converts nicely into a resting place for a vase or other decorations.

Love this DIY wooden headboard for its rustic appeal and homely feel. This site offers a simple how-to guide and the best part is the price, all for under $100.

 

ISSUE 36 WE LOVE

Birth of Venus

Fabric re-loved

Ottoman rule



Left to right: Freedom Venus chairs, Kantha throws, Anthropologie Kilim ottoman.

Freedom has cleverly expanded its range with a limited edition line of reinterpreted classics, such as the Venus chair (pictured) available in a rainbow of colours.

Available from Hermon & Hermon, these Kantha throws are the result of a time-honoured Indian craft of recycling old fabrics and saris to create something stunning.

US company Anthropologie has brought out a gorgeous line of colourful, eclectic furniture, including this vividly hued Kilim covered ottoman.

 

ISSUE 35 WE LOVE

Arabian nights

Multiple mirror

A hide to seek



Left to right: Maroc four poster, Urban Outfitters mirror, zebra print cow hide.

It would be hard not to dream of exotic Arabian nights, or at least sleep well, in this beautiful Maroc four poster bed by Carina Sherlock.

US youth brand Urban Outfitters' foray into homewares seems to be working like a charm, if this pretty yet utterly funky mosaic wall mirror is any indication.

Animal prints such as this zebra print cow hide, available from Melbourne hip home shop Momu, give tired floors an instant style boost.

 

ISSUE 34 WE LOVE

Dream screen

Heads up

Mirror mirror



Left to right: Laura Ashley screen, African heads from Freedom, stacked mirrored side table.

Mirror Mirror in Collingwood Melbourne is the place to find this funky side table made from haphazardly ‘piled' mirrored blocks.

Africa may be a dream away but Freedom is a lot closer, and the retailer is getting pretty good at flavouring slick-urban with exoticism.

With its elegant carving, this tri-fold wooden Tamar black screen from Laura Ashley is a wonderful standalone piece or a great divider.

 

ISSUE 33 WE LOVE

Garlic taste

Hip hybrid

Radial rules



Left to right: Sala Verde 'Garlic Bulb' lights; Zaishu stool; retro radial table.

From eco brand Sala Verde, multiple strands of natural abaca fibre have been artfully entangled in wire and gathered in bunches to create these airy ‘garlic bulb' pendants.

A blend of art and furniture, it's easy to see how the Zaishu's slot-together smarts earned it award winning status. Invaluable as stool or side table, or just to look at.

This hip radial table from NY retailer Ethan Allen combines a retro look with fashion-forward materials for contemporary yet vintage appeal that works almost anywhere.

 

ISSUE 32 WE LOVE

Painted panels

Japan mystique

Caring cloth


Left to right: Asian Tide bedside cabinet, Edo Arts, Cloth.

This beautiful hand painted Mongolian bedside cabinet from Asian tide combines simplicity with an authentic, crafted vibe.

If you're in the market for a unique piece of Japanese craftsmanship, such as this stunning glazed bowl, Edo Arts is the go-to for you.

For textiles with heart, fabric and homewares specialist Cloth offers an ethically produced and distinctly contemporary solution.

 

ISSUE 31 WE LOVE

Star attraction

Cool stool

Pear-shaped



Left to right: Lights of India star, red replica stool, Mozi door stop.

A paper star from Lights of India is an easy way to introduce that warm fuzzy festive glow to your home at Christmas.

This replica of Xavier Pauchard's 1934 design is a funky and modern take on the traditional bar stool and combines flair and practicality.

Much overlooked, the humble door stop is a helpful little invention, with this colourful pear version from Mozi unlikely to be ignored.

 

ISSUE 30 WE LOVE

Grandma's linen

Hot seat

French Dressing



Left to right: Heirloom Linen, Mademoiselle chair by Philippe Starck, French provincial library cabinet.

As its name suggests, heirloomlinen.com.au supplies household linen that looks both inherited from grandmother and decidedly modern.

This replica of a Philippe Starck Mademoiselle chair, available from purveyor of cool mattblatt.com.au, blends fresh appeal with functional design.

Hand-crafted in the tradition of French provincial furniture, this must have library cabinet from Frenchdressing.com.au is as stylish as it is practical.

 

ISSUE 29 WE LOVE

Local hero

Rosy outllook

In full bloom



Left to right: Mark Tuckey chair, Rose knob and Battersea Sofette, Bloom, by Anthropologie.

From its showrooms in Sydney and Melbourne Mark Tuckey designs, makes and sells solid timber furniture. This elegant chair epitomises the brand's take on modern artisanal pieces.

This rose shaped knob from US brand Anthropologie is perfect for a girly boudoir, but would also work well in a dining room, living area, studio, or any space in which eclectic creativity rules.

Also from Anthropologie, the Battersea Sofette in Bloom is a standout colour statement that will allow its owners to wallow in the joys of spring year round.

 

ISSUE 28 WE LOVE

Desk job

Mirror mirror

Balance-ing act



Left to right: Anton Gerner desk, Atlantis Circle mirror, Balance shelving by Terence Conran.

The growing trend for home working may have sparked interest in office furniture suitable for home use, but this stunning desk by Melbourne furniture maker Anton Gerner is in a league of its own, enough to make anyone give up the nine to five.

The Atlantis Circle mirror, available at printdecor.com.au, is framed by a multitude of mirror squares, each with tiny convex mirrors inside. The result is a shimmering disk that will encourage reflection in both senses of the word.

Designed by UK icon Terence Conran, the Balance shelving unit, from the Content by Conran range, is wit and elegance embodied. Available in a variety of timbers and finishes, it can be used against a wall or as a room divider.

 

ISSUE 27 WE LOVE

Gigi-tastic

Space pods

Causing a rift

Left to right: Gigi chair from Fantastic; Graft Hamburg pod; Schamburg+Alvisse Rift Table.

Fantastic Furniture's Gigi chair can be customised with a wide range of fabrics and is a cost-effective designer alternative, proving that colourful style need not put consumers in the red.

This walnut panelled pod, containing kitchen, bathroom and shelving, is part furniture, part architecture and can be found at The Loft Hamburg residential project, designed by architectural studio Graft... as seen at coolhunter.com.au.

Courtesy of Sydney company Schamburg+Alvisse, these Rift modular tables trace the shapes and movement of icebergs and the patterns found in cracked earth, beautiful, if ominous signs of climate change.

 

ISSUE 26 WE LOVE

In the pink

Fine dining

Eclectic dreams



Left to right: Lemongrass pink vase, Inoda + Sveje chair, Habitat cushion print by Concetta Gallo.

A vessel that can pour colour into all the right places, this pink vase by Australian retail brand Lemongrass bucks the neutral trend with a touch of hot vibrancy.

This supremely elegant dining chair by Inoda + Sveje blends classic Scandinavian style design with an almost futuristic grace.

Designed for UK retailer Habitat by Concetta Gallo, the print for this cushion embodies today's eclectic trends, mixing photos, drawing, and directional colour.

 

ISSUE 25 WE LOVE

Golden age

Flower power

Possum magic

Left to right: Laura Ashley home furnishings, Habitat flower lamp, Jimmy Possum occasional chair

Laura Ashley is widely considered the grand dame of heritage home furnishings. A blend of muted, golden tones with the brand's trade mark look works wonders.

This wonderful stemmed flower lamp was designed by Helena Christensen for UK retailer Habitat, and gives a whole new meaning to illumination.

Jimmy Possum's occasional furniture is second to none when it comes to blending great contemporary design with beautiful textiles.

 

ISSUE 24 WE LOVE

Stairway to heaven

Mad Melee

Starck's reality

Left to right: Kaidan-dansu cabinet; Melee by Brad Stebbing; Philippe Starck

For a piece of furniture that makes an unusual but useful style statement, it's hard to go past Japanese craftsmanship and design, embodied in this Kaidan-dansu staircase cabinet from Kazari furniture in Melbourne.

Melee by Brad Stebbing first appears to be a complex piece of contemporary lighting, but look closely and you'll see it's made up of scores of little men joined in harmony to light up your life.

With the Aussie airing of BBC reality show ‘Design For Life' sparking further interest in the work of Philippe Starck, this seat-cum-table explains the designer's brilliant vision, which effortlessly blends practicality with beauty.

 

ISSUE 23 WE LOVE

Vanishing beds

Wave riding

Tasty waffles

Left to right: 'bedup' by Decadrages, Wave seat, Regatta waffle blankets.

Ingenious registered trademark ‘bedup' by Decadrages is a bed that disappears by day; perfect for modern living. Just be sure to open it before a night on the town.

‘Wave' seats by Brian Steendyk have undulating tops and bases that maximise stability and allow multiple stools to be stacked. Available through Schiavello.

Bringing out the inner Cleopatra in all of us, this Regatta waffle blanket is the genuine article, made from authentic Egyptian cotton endorsed by the Egyptian Government.

 

ISSUE 22 WE LOVE

Having a ball

Bunny ha-ha

Fashion floors



Left to right: Ball chair by Eero Aarnio; Bunny Rabbit Lamp, rug by Vivian Chan Shaw.

If you're into chintz or neutrals, this retro ball chair by Eero Aarnio is not for you. If however you like your furnishings popping with attitude, it's the one.

This Bunny Rabbit Lamp, by Skk Lighting, will bring out the kitsch and cuddly yet strangely stylish side of lighting. Available from Liberty of London.

Renowned in the fashion world as the doyenne of knits, designer Vivian Chan Shaw has extended her talents into the home with rugs that are good enough to wear.

 

ISSUE 21 WE LOVE

Pulp fact

Unzipped

Puzzling pieces



Left to right: Pulp furniture, Zip collection, Jigsaw pieces.

Created by designers Dan Hochberg and Odelia Lavie, this Pulp furniture is modelled after everyday packaging. Made from 100 per cent paper, it's deceptively strong.

The Zip collection by Matthew Sheargold comprises simple forms with fully unzippable upholstery. It also carries GECA (Good Environmental Choice Australia) certification.

These Jigsaw pieces by Viva Terra are the ultimate in modular furniture. Buy enough of them and you can re-create wintry afternoons of puzzling fun.

 

ISSUE 20 WE LOVE

Liquorice Allsorts

Flower power

Red centre




Left to right: Oswald sofa, Flower armchairs, Lizard coffee table

This one-off Oswald sofa, courtesy of UK design giant The Conran Shop, has been upholstered with vibrant colours and stripes to create the furnishing equivalent of Liquorice Allsorts. Yum.

Designed by Marco Maran and available from Stylecraft, the Flower armchair can be upholstered to specification and is ideal for edgy homes or offices.

The Lizard coffee table from Linley in London, UK, has an acrylic base to give the piece a feeling of floating, while the central recess is finished in red lacquer.

 

ISSUE 19 WE LOVE

Leafy screens

Lounging

Staying in bed



Left to right: Kif + Katast screen, Eames lounge chair and stool; Balinese day bed.

Used indoors or out, a striking screen like this one by Kif + Katast, turns an ordinary wall or space into a feature.

 A leather lounge chair and stool provide comfort to design fans in the form of Eames - a byword for style.

Day beds are a great way to fill a large space such as an atrium or conservatory - they work outdoors too.