Get SMART

Reinstated heritage details and thoughtful new additions have transformed this Sydney terrace into a home that’s perfectly on point.

Sweet CHARIOT

“Accidental renovator” Cherie Barber usually makes over houses, but rescuing her 1956 Chevrolet Bel air was a total affair of the heart, writes motoring expert and WhichCar presenter Elise Elliott.

TOP FORM

Thanks to brave owners and a forward-thinking architect, an incredible Sydney site now has the striking home it deserves.

Tim Ross

The comedian, media personality and self-confessed “design nerd” has parlayed his love of architecture into a career as design aficionado and advocate.

BEACHY KEEN

Seeking a more family-friendly home, Andrew and Michelle Algar swapped their inner-city terrace for this Modernist beauty on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

WALK THIS WAY

One Brisbane couple’s desire for an “interesting” home developed into a dramatically different take on the traditional Queenslander.

The Sky's The Limit

A new perspective on apartments led a pair of Brisbane empty-nesters to realise that when it comes to downsizing, the only way is up.

Original Thinking

The sensitive update of a grand Melbourne terrace spliced antique and contemporary with thrilling results.

Lucy Montgomery

This Sydney interior architect and stylist recently expanded her portfolio to include a signature collection of lamps, cushions and fabric.

Time traveller

An innovative response to heritage regulations delivered a dramatic, contemporary home that sits comfortably with the past.

SIMPLY LOVELY

The owners of this Sydney garden requested a “low-maintenance, unfussy entertaining space”. The result is clean, sophisticated and warmly inviting.

PERFECT HARMONY

This home on Sydney’s Northern Beaches proves that a laidback, barefoot feel doesn’t preclude the use of luxurious touches.

DRIVE TO THRIVE

Inspired by the shapes of the natural landscape, garden designer Kathleen Murphy devised an undulating, drought-tolerant wonderland of natives and perennials that is also a model of sustainability.

Glory DAYS

Thoughtfully revitalised and expanded by its architect owner, this former boarding house in inner Sydney is set to be enjoyed for generations to come.

Retro VISION

Who needs an SUV when you could have a classic Porsche like this Melbourne family, writes motoring expert and WhichCar presenter, Elise Elliott.

Dress circle

Attentively renovated over many years, this elegant Sydney home is as classic and comfortable as a cashmere jumper.

Bonnet Drama

Whatever she turns her talents to, Melbourne mum, businesswoman and classic-car enthusiast Maz Romandini takes a hands-on approach, writes motoring expert and WhichCar presenter, Elise Elliott

Living Colour

Jubilant, invigorating hues are handled with exceptional expertise in this beach house, which never fails to please its owners.

Perfect Backdrop To Say ‘I Do'.

When the owners of this outer-Sydney home said ‘we will’ to participating in an exciting home makeover experiment, they paved the way to the perfect backdrop for them to say ‘I do’.

Set For Life

Becoming empty-nesters gave the owners of this Sydney property the chance to make a fresh start without leaving the home they loved.

Changing Times

Having spotted the potential of this Federation vicarage, one Melbourne couple decided to transform it into a home for all ages.

French-Inspired Beauty, Designed To Celebrate Light And Space

A new book showcasing the beautiful gardens of the Adelaide Hills reveals this French-inspired beauty, designed to celebrate light and space.

Fields Of Dreams

It’s a passion project on an epic scale: a property near Orange, NSW, is being transformed into an exquisite home and garden that works beautifully for its owners.

Christmas Is A Time For Family, Friends, Togetherness

Christmas is a time for family, friends, togetherness and sharing a delicious meal, lovingly prepared.

Alexandra Heard & Heleena Trahanas

This duo’s online lifestyle and clothing store, Alex and Trahanas, was inspired by their shared love of Mediterranean summers: the seaside trattorias, the delicious food and wine – and the linen garments and ceramic pieces to match.

The Plot Thickens

In his new book, garden designer Paul Bangay returns to a beloved subject, his Stonefields property in country Victoria, and reflects on the evolving changes – in climate and his own thinking – that impact on his garden.

Epitome Of Barefoot Elegance

Rebuilt to take better advantage of its coastal location, this Sydney home is now the epitome of barefoot elegance.

Good Neighbours

Having spotted the potential in the site next door, a Sydney family made moves to take advantage of the very special location.

Licence To Thrill

For chef and entrepreneur Michelle Walsh, there’s no finer feeling than being behind the wheel of her classic convertible, writes WhichCar presenter and motoring expert, Elise Elliott.

Tiers Of Joy

A green-and-white palette and enveloping masses of tiered planting helped shape this suburban Melbourne “country garden in the city”.