GLOBAL ROAMING

Past and present, plus travels far and wide, are all interwoven in the exquisitely detailed home of textile designer Tigger Hall.

THE WHITE MOVE

A beautiful blend of classic and contemporary helped bring this Victorian-era terrace in Sydney out of its time warp.

Stephanie Kelly Gordine

The director of the Sydney and Melbourne Affordable Art Fairs is driven by a passion for art and the desire to make it accessible for all.

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Sensitively blending Federation architecture with Scandi style, this Sydney home showcases the best of both.

LIGHT FANTASTIC

Wrapped around a light-trapping central courtyard, this Sydney home has been designed to deliver the feel of a breezy Balinese getaway.

HAPPY PLACE

Interior designer Katie Sargent made light work of transforming a Melbourne semi into a home where her family could flourish.

Fresh spin - LOVELY LAUNDRIES AWASH WITH IDEAS

Imagine having a spacious, luxe laundry like this one, which connects seamlessly with the rest of the home... For the details on this, and many more inspirational washing zones, turn the page.

FRENCH OPEN

Treasured memories of times abroad inspired the aesthetic of this cottage in the NSW Southern Highlands.

ENTERTAINER'S DREAM

Channelling a little Euro chic paid handsome rewards at this home on Sydney's Northern Beaches.

Gardens - MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW

The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show (MIFGS) made a triumphant return to Carlton Gardens this year, following a two-year Covid-induced hiatus. And plant lovers turned out en masse to celebrate, with more than 100,000 people attending the five-day botanical extravaganza. As always, the biggest crowd-pleasers were the meticulously designed display gardens by a who's who of garden designers from around the country, including a guest appearance by 2022 Australian of the Year, Dylan Alcott. On the following pages, we showcase some of the medal-winning designs...

50 luxe escapes

Beautiful, blissful and utterly unforgettable, these dream destinations are waiting to take your booking.

ART AND SOUL

An exuberant celebration of maximalism, Sydney architect Richard Archer's terrace is brimming with special finds that reflect moments in an enchanted life.

TALKING POINTS

A natural palette and layers of thoughtful details add to the story of this forever home.

NEXT LEVEL

Just a stone's throw from the beach, this contemporary home for a young family is all about laidback living, sandy feet and all.

PERFECT HARMONY

A complete garden overhaul helped transform this newly renovated Sydney house into one totally fabulous package.

LAWN & ORDER

Wanting to transform their garden into a place to welcome guests, this young family opted for a neat, calming space that connects with the indoors.

ALL FOR ONE

To achieve a coherent renovation that would please three generations, a Sydney couple turned to an interior designer who knew their home almost as well as they did.

Refreshing MEMORIES

With the help of an architect friend, this cherished Mornington Peninsula weekender has been revitalised for a new generation’s enjoyment.

SOLID GOLD

Seeking a home their family could grow into, the owners of this Canberra property found the solution in a timeless design...

High impact

Bronze highlights deliver eye-catching drama in this Sydney apartment.

Time for a CHANGE

Focusing on their business meant a Sydney couple put home renovations on hold, but the pandemic gave them space to step back and invest in their immediate surrounds.

WHOLE HEARTED

Outwardly, this Sydney property ticked every box. Inside? Not so much. But thanks to a complete interior revamp, this beautiful home really does have it all...

Lightness of being

A tonal palette in pale hues creates a sense of space for this garden-facing haven.

GRAND GESTURES

Steeped in stories and surrounded once again by lovely gardens, this remarkable villa outside Perth is treasured by its young, history-obsessed owners.

COUNTRY SMILES

In the hands of an interior designer owner, the practicalities of a rural property are no impediment to stylish surroundings.

DREAM BELIEVERS

A handsome apartment in a landmark building has become the fitting home base for a pair of intrepid adventurers.

Ageing gracefully

A 1920s worker’s cottage is sensitively coaxed into the 21st century with an emphasis on light and an ingenious rear excavation.

ACCESS ALL AREAS

Seeking to take advantage of the healing power of nature, one couple moved to Sydney’s Northern Beaches and built a home that assured accessibility and enjoyment for all.

About space

A design duo’s “small changes, big impact” ethos brought more functionality and timeless style to this Sydney apartment.

DRESSED TO THRILL

Window treatments elevate and finish a room, providing both privacy and sun protection while framing the views, writes interiors editor Kate Nixon.