A clean workspace not only boosts productivity, it can alleviate feelings of overwhelm and stress. Who likes to rock up to work at a desk cluttered with paperwork, post-it notes and random pens which have run out of ink? Our workspaces are important as they are essential for working at home or simply organising the …
Feng Shui means connecting people to their environment where we can live in harmony with our surroundings. But let's be real, we'd all like some more money - it's a natural survival instinct to want more. If there are some simple ways we can try and get more money in to our homes, then I'm …
A small space doesn’t necessarily mean you have to be cramped. Maybe there is not enough light, furniture doesn’t sit well, the layout just isn’t right? How do you make a small room feel more spacious? With clever use of colour, furniture placing, space planning and lighting, your small space can feel as spacious as …
If you're building a new kitchen, renovating, or just have a space which could use a little DIY update - then open shelves might be for you? I know this trend really started coming to light in 2014, but as I look around interior design mags and online I am still seeing the open shelf …
Some people renovate to sell, others renovate to improve their current home. The rewards are usually 2 things – money or satisfaction (or a mix of both!). Renovating a home can be a very stressful experience and it can be messy and painful if you aren’t sure where to start. Here's 5 tips to consider before you dive …
Mirrors move energy around your home in lots of different ways. And if you're a fan of Feng Shui (or even just energy!), then you'll want to know where you shouldn't be placing a mirror. 1. In the bedroom Mirrors can create all kinds of illusions and attribute to insomnia. An explanation is that when …
Broken things Get out the super glue, find the Allen key, repair that leaking tap, change the light bulb... You don't want to unnecessarily attract broken or damaged energy, so make sure you keep on top of home maintenance. When you ignore broken things you're not attracting abundance. When you DO pay attention to broken …
Feng shui literally means connecting people to their environment where we can live in harmony with our surroundings. It means WIND and WATER and is the ancient Chinese art of placement. Water and wind (breath) flows through everything. This flow of energy is called ch’i. Ch’i brings all living things to life and circulates throughout …
Hang your curtains to the ceiling Don’t just hang your curtains to the top of the window frame. Go all the way to the ceiling to draw the eye upwards. It will create the illusion your ceiling height is larger than you think. Similarly, make sure they finish right at floor level. Don’t overhang them …
If you’re planning to sell your house, you will come across a number of articles detailing the must do’s and must nots when putting a home on the market. The lists can sometimes be overwhelming and require extra expense to ensure you get the best price for your home. But if there is one tip …
A clean house makes me feel calm. As you know I love to declutter and find new homes for décor that no longer serve a purpose in my house. When spring comes around, I find the new season highly motivating to give my house a good clean. But cleaning is not something I want to …
There are many ways to jazz up your front entry. I've written about curb appeal, painting your front door a colour and painting ugly bricks. But an easy simple thing you can do right now is grab some pots and put them by your entry. They will instantly transform the space and create a welcoming …
