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Paul Bernier

Canadian architect Paul Bernier explores the ideas of distillation and purity in his designs. He questions whether floors need to be solid, walls fixed and how a door opens. This does not make his...

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Paul Bernier +1

A second look at Canadian architect Paul Bernier. A departure from his timber boxes with voids and perforated floors climbing up like treehouses, this home sits solidly in a grove, its stone walls...

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Robert Mills Architects

Robert Mills (based in Melbourne, Australia) can bang out a stunning contemporary home, a beach house, or a heritage restoration with a wow factor.... the results are unique, meticulous and...

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Dose of colour

I thought we could use a little dose of colour on the blog today. And it comes in the form of fabulously styled spaces by Jakob Solgren. (See more of his work here).

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Stalking fibro beach shacks

A little fibro shack down by the beach. Something simple. A place to gather with family and friends for good times, fun in the sun. A place full of hand me down furniture where no you yells at you if...

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Stalking old and new

What happens when old meets new? I'm still real estate stalking. South Yarra in Melbourne to be exact. An iron lace confection in stately grounds. High Victorian decoration meets eames chairs. At the...

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Idha Lindhag encore

It's been several months since Jo blogged (twice) the sublime photography of Swedish photograher Idha Lindhag, so I thought her work was totally worthy of a revisit. Fabulousness. And my next post...

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Idha Lindhag favourites

As promised here are my favourite photos from Idha Lindberg's portfolio... drool-worthy, eye-popping, heart-palpitation-causing.....

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A design CURE

An eclectic mix with a mid century riff. Neutral background with texture and colour adding layers of interest. Classic with a modern edge. Sophisticated yet fresh. Young yet retro. A home that is...

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Thomas Loof goodies

Thomas Loof is a genius photograher. Composition = perfection. Lighting = ideal. Subjects = stunning. Some Friday eye candy at it's finest. (And if you can't get enough of Thomas' work, check out this...

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Saturday share

I'm starting the design process for my new kitchen. Floors weren't particularly on my radar but they are now. Looks like the old ones will have to come up and new ones laid. I have a thing for white...

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Malatesta Maison

A dream, a beautiful, beautiful dream come to life. A rustic home in the Marche countryside, Pergola in Italy. Stylish and elegant yet simple and casual. Designed by Orietta Marcon of Civico Quattro,...

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Civico Quattro

I couldn't leave it any longer to share more work from Civico Quattro's Orietta Marcon. A private home by this designer/stylist that carefully balances rustic charm and subtle elegance. Nothing is...

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Monday's pets on furniture

If you'd like to send me photos to include in next week's "pets on furniture" post, please ensure your photos follow my basic rules: First, the pet must be on a piece of furniture. And said piece of...

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Michel Arnaud

Is it just me or do Mondays get tougher to get through closer to the holidays? I'd rather be finishing my shopping or doing some baking, but instead I'm stuck in my cubicle WORKING. I am in desperate...

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Embraced by glass

Ohlhausen DuBois Architects have taken a 1950's ranch house and integrated a new glass pavilion and landscaping to create a home that delights and welcomes. Indoor living spaces now transition easily...

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It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas ... somewhere

The mercury is expected to rise to 41 C today in my home town. (That's actual not apparent.) A sweltering hot day. Just a few more weeks till Christmas! Thank goodness Swedish stylist and creative...

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Knockers

I came across the portfolio of Brazilian interior architect and designer Diego Revollo and was immediately drawn to this apartment (apparently owned by a stylist). I love the funky, dramatic vibe and...

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Jordan Carlyle's pad

I have been a huge fan of NY interior designer Jordan Carlyle's work since he emailed us over the summer (and I blogged him here and here). Now Jordan is sharing his own pad with us! It's an apartment...

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Precious McBane

Playful, sensual and just a little provocative. Think nice but naughty. London based interior design practice Precious McBane (don't you love the name, not the founder or a partner but a children's...

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