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Is Mediterranean the New Hamptons?
The Mediterranean aesthetic has been trending for the last couple of years in Australia and doesn't look to be losing popularity. It is even said that Mediterranean is the new Hamptons, although I believe the Hamptons look is fairly immune to changing trends!
nicolabarrett9
23 hours ago2 min read


Finishes Schedules: The Essential Rundown
You’ve been asked for a finishes schedule for your building project. Here is the essential rundown on schedules and a link to get a free schedule. Finishes schedules are one of the key documents an interior designer creates for a project. It's basically a master list of everything going into your project—tiles, paint, appliances, fixtures, hardware. On large complex projects there are often multiple schedules – paint, lighting, hardware, furniture, joinery. However most small
nicolabarrett9
Jan 262 min read


Tapware Trends
Design details sell property - and right now tapware is one of the loudest signalers of quality and style. The variety of finishes now available is phenomenal. From brushed brass and copper to gunmetal and matte black, to textured metals and even stone inlays, tapware has shifted from purely functional hardware to "jewellery of the home." Minimalism is giving way to warmth and the handmade. These artisanal details signal something deeper: interiors are embracing personalisati
nicolabarrett9
Jan 31 min read


Paint Colour Trends for 2026 from Dulux and Pantone, Featuring Warm Neutrals
A number of global paint brands have released their 2026 colour predictions, and while specific colour choices vary, the underlying sentiment is consistent: people are seeking calm neutrals and colours that deliver comfort. Warmth dominates. Everything is moving toward warmth - warm neutrals, warm greys and warm timbers. The cooler palette of the 2010s is fading. Interestingly, Dulux's iconic 'Hogs Bristle Quarter' is having a renaissance moment after being sidelined during
nicolabarrett9
Dec 27, 20252 min read
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