Built in seats with LED lighting

Having a little family Christmas break in Noosa and finding inspiration everywhere.

Check out these built in bench seats with integrated LED strip lighting and extra wide timber planks as cladding. Very classic with the sandstone tiles and striped taupe cushions.

Coco Republics styles "The Church"

Coco Republic latest property styling is "The Church" at Moonee Ponds, Victoria.  Daring, brilliant and uber original. Well done to the team over at Coco Republic.

For full details, pop over to Coco Republic's site here.

Frankie. You've done it again

Beautiful modular seating for kids. Simply stunning new range by Noosh.

http://www.noosh.com.au/furniture.html

IKEA hack - single upholstery bed

Inspired. Jen from Organised Design has delivered an upholstered bed for under $100! Start with an IKEA Fjellse single bed frame.

Go crazy and try hot pink velvet with navy/pink cushions. See Aqua Door Designs for fab cushions.

http://www.organized-design.com/2011/02/how-to-of-bed.html

Vintage Treasures, a Brisbane gold mine for all things vintage.

Heres a post for any locals in Brisvegas. Looking for that Christmas gift with a twist? Check out Vintage Treasures on Facebook or visit at 1 Dan St, Capalaba. 9.30 - 2.30 mon-fri and all day sat.

Lots of fresh quality stock with some amazing prices. Support these guys as they are following their passion in building their business (which was launched in September of this year).

We wish them well as their continue their treasure hunt to bring these beautiful vintage pieces to Brisbane homes. Merry Christmas !

Here's some of their booty..

Chevron splash backs- Jute Interior design

I'm really impressed with This Californian kitchen, the creation of interior designer Alison Davin of Jute Interior Design. Classic Shaker cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, accessorizing only with a
bold and bright backsplash in my favorite aqua chevron print.
Source: http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5656015/list?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u201&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery2

DYI "yummy" Christmas baubles

Inspired by my 5 year old who's all about recycling and reuse, this years wonky Christmas trees has a delicious edge to it. Miss 7 year old suggested we fill the clear plastic baubles with Lollies... Lots of different Lollies.

Here's the result. Lots of fun and a little different. Give it a go!

My Christmas wish list

Inspired by the fabulous new edition of Adore Home Magazine, I've compiled my top 5 Christmas list wish.

Adore Home Magazine - Xmas edition

Grab a latte and spend some time drolling over the amazing homewares in Adore Home Magazine Christmas edition.

It's starting to feel a lot like Christmas...

http://www.adoremagazine.com/read/

A little Xmas inspiration

Get creative this festive time with some funky Christmas treats... Get inspired!

Creative Outdoor Solutions (COS)

Creative Outdoor Solutions has been designing and constructing award winning landscapes in and around some of Melbourne’s finest properties since it was founded at the start of 2000. Check out these facades on these contemporary homes.

Type: Landscape Architects & Designers
Camberwell, Victoria, Australia, 3124
phone: 0398893329
web site: www.cosdesign.com.au

Hats off to Heisig Constructions Display Home at Rochedale.

I love display houses as much as the next person. Especially on a wet windy afternoon.  Okay I admit I have discerning taste and I like what I like.  I might be suffering from DHF (Display Home Fatigue),  . tired of the same themes, styling and layouts from leading project builders. 

So it was a breathe of fresh air, to visit Heisig Constructions latest Display Home at the Rochedale Estates in Rochedale, Brisbane, Australia.   http://www.yourhomebuilder.com.au/display-home

The instant "ahah" I felt at the front door, looking at the magnificent staircase, leading upstairs to the family breakout and bedrooms.  On the ground floor, I'm invited to the sitting room complete with Entertainment bar and french windows opening to the outdoor space. To wine or coffee that is the decision. And how refreshing to see the cluster of Chesterfield leather chairs instead of the obvious sofa configuration. Immediately I wanted to see more.

On entering the Kitchen, I'm hooked. The modern hampton styled mixed with subtle country finishes gives a elegant, new england feel, complete with impressive glass chandeliers.  What is impressive is the clever use of louvers, glass sliding doors (complete with hidden cavity) and bi-fold doors. Combined with high ceilings of the outdoor space, my eye is drawn to the cheeky fence "artwork" of 4 beachhuts. The pool is perfectly sized for the property and features an cleverly hidden pool shed and natural shade structures from the counter levered overhang which is the Main Bedroom Ensuite.

Upstairs is equally outstanding in finishes and layout. Simple elegance, large uncluttered bedrooms, all featuring a build in desk and cabinetry and half-mirrored build-its.  

The low lying windows  on the upper floor, are an area of interest to connect the upper and ground level. I love the use of louvers which are both highly functional, environmentally inspired and super stylist.  

My only suggestion is consideration to use the front sitting area as a double void, extending this space to be the modern family room complete with white marble fireplace and built-in shelves for a hampton styled library / modern family space.  Transverse the back family area into the entertainment bar/coffee nock with bi-folds windows opening into the pool space, for convenience for pool side parties and clear visibility for parents watching the kids swim, whilst preparing meals. 

The good news is all Heisig Constructions build custom homes and full renovations so all tastes and budgets can be accommodated.  

I was impressed, as were the Judges at the HIA Awards, awarding Heisig Constructions a string of awards including 2012 Brisbane/Toowoomba Display Home award for over $500k.

The 2012 Queensland GreenSmart Energy Efficiency Award went to Heisig Constructions (Qld) who were also awarded 2012 Queensland Bathroom Project. Heisig Coonstructions (Qld) also won Brisbane/Toowomba Awards for Display Home over $500,001, Kitchen Project up to $30,000, and Bathroom Projects up to $20,000 and $20,001 - $40,000.

Inspiration by Sharnel Dollar

A women after my own heart is the very talented Sharnel Dollar, not only for her amazing party styling but her exquisite design taste as illustrated in her own home at Gumdale.  

Head over to Sharnels Blog  My Life - My Love  for photos of Sharnel's house as published in Australia's Women Weekly in Feb11.     I believe Anna Spiro's magic has been sprinkled through out this amazing home.

Also check out some of Sharnel's stunning Party Styling at www.sharneldollardesigns.com.au

While your there, take a look at the brilliance of  Leanne Stamatellos Photography 

http://stamatellosphotography.blogspot.com.au/2011/08/olivias-7th-birthday-party.html

xoxo.