Living and entertaining outdoors is part of life in Australia. The connection between indoors and outdoors is highly valued and should not be overlooked when building or renovating a home. A seamless flow between the two is what homebuyers are looking for, so getting it right could put your home at the top of the …
There’s something uniquely charming about a concrete tank plunge pool. They’re practical, stylish, and oh-so-versatile. If you’ve ever thought about adding a pool to your backyard but worried about space or budget, this might just be the solution you’ve been looking for. Why Choose a Concrete Tank Plunge Pool? Concrete tank plunge pools are a …
Are we ready to embrace the return of terracotta? I’ll admit, I was a bit skeptical at first. But now, I’m all in – especially for those beautiful aged terracotta pots. They add such a warm, timeless feel to any space. And don’t worry; you’re not limited to that classic orange! A white-washed or pale …
When the sun shows us some warmth, it's the perfect time to give our outdoor alfresco areas a fresh update. Personally, I love to re-pot my existing plants or add a few new ones to liven things up. I tend to focus on hardy plants that can tolerate the Aussie heat but also survive through …
If you watch those American reno shows you'll notice that they are a big fan of painting an old tired brick facade. It's actually a really great way to bring an ugly, boring home back to life. I've also seen a few painted brick homes popping up around Wagga lately. It's an inexpensive and pretty …
If you have an ugly bare fence, then a bit of greenery will always change the entire look. But what should you plant along it? I am pretty basic in the garden, but I have had a few houses over my years and I have some favourites which I know will survive and look good! …
You're either a lover or hater of ornamental grass. It comes in lots of colours and textures and can be wild and bushy. If your style is contemporary then this garden will suit. It gives a bold impact to your landscaping. It's decorative and low-maintenance so you can't really go wrong. They can look simple …
Who doesn't love looking at a perfectly manicured backyard? If you're like me, you're much better at taking care of the inside styling than the backyard. I love a good hedge and some roses, but I am not as clever as I'd like to be when it comes to outside landscaping. I pin A LOT …
Hi there! A few days ago I collated a blog post on ways you can use plants to decorate your home. Today I thought I'd share an image I put together on some indoor plants for beginners. These would be my favourite plants and I have a few myself. The Mother-in-law's Tongue (or snake plant) …
Artificial turf has become very popular. When people started using it in their backyards a few years ago I was very dubious - we probably all were. I was a little cringey and unsure of it. BUT it's come a long way in the last couple of years. There's been a big improvement in the …
Feel like an easy DIY project this weekend? What about making a cactus or succulent bowl? Hard to kill these little fellas, they are cheap to buy and look great all clumped together. Now when I say "hard to kill" I mean it's not impossible and I have killed my fair share of succulents, but …
If you want something on your outdoor table which makes a statement, then a bowl full of succulents is a great place to start. They are so easy to create yourself. Anyone can do it. Now, succulents won't grow well inside. They are much more suited to outdoors. Here's a blog post I wrote on …
