Natural Light
Using nature-inspired elements in home lighting brings in a touch of the outdoors and adds texture and warmth to an interior. This Beach Bohemian or the ‘holiday at home’ look is best captured through the use of lighting shades with a focus on natural materials that add visual interest, texture and bring an airy, organic […]
Tips for Small Space Design
Laura Lochhead launched Pocketspace Interiors four years ago, and now is the industry leader in small space design for homes, hotels, civic spaces and workplaces. On her travels to New York, London, Paris and Sydney she found herself in awe of the way people thought and accepted living in a clever compact way. She was […]
More is More
Minimalist style is everywhere. Blame the Scandinavians for kicking it off with their simple, scaled back approach to fashion and furniture, then the Millennials for their continued focus on quality over quantity. While we are in favour of certain aspects of living without clutter, like buying less junk to end up in the landfill, […]
How to take colour outside
Outdoor furniture is not a frequent purchase, and if made from quality materials it can last for many years. But this longevity makes it an important decision. As always the best advice is to talk to someone who works with colour on a regular basis, as they can introduce you to possibilities and combinations you […]
Child’s Play
Nowadays it’s common to see children’s rooms beautifully decorated to within the nth degree. If this inspires you to create a similar space, remember that although they’re stunning in their setup, it’s the clever little details that’ll make these rooms really popular with their inhabitants. Here are our top tips to remember when it comes […]
How to Update Your Room on a Budget
Award winning Devonport based Interior Designer, Amanda Neill, has extensive interior design training both internationally and locally. Having designed residential and commercial interiors for many years, her projects have been published on numerous occasions, showcasing her eclectic style. With her extensive knowledge of colour and global interior trends, we felt we needed to sit down […]
The Great Pattern Mix-up
If you’re over neutrality and want to liven up your lounge – here are four easy-to-follow tips to help you achieve the boldly patterned room of your dreams…without it looking like a kaleidoscope has burst all over your walls. For most of us, venturing into the world of pattern is often limited only to our […]