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"I shop therefore I am." Said someone we're probably friends with. Here are the best of our new finds along with some of the coveted pieces we would dearly love to add to our own homes.
‘My woven textiles are original, one of a kind pieces made from horse's mane’. The explanation from Alexandra Kohl over simplifies the magic she weaves in her studio in New York. Alexandra’s work is informed by minimalism, organic architecture, and the natural qualities of plant and animal. Her work transmits a meditative, healing essence through the stillness of simple design and equine spirit.
As we’ve slowly but steadily evolved our homes, both Steph and I have become focused on more permanence in our buying choices. Less disposability, buying right and buying once... easier said than done as the temptations of seasonal trends are always luring us in the peripheral!
For years we married the concept of mobiles to kids spaces and that was that. Now with sculpture becoming a must have design element, it's aspirational but doesn’t have to send into a black hold of credit card debt. We are always on the look out for objects that have the sole purpose of just being beautiful with no function required..
Over here at HQ we are still velvet obsessed and always on the look out for new casual ways to work with this premium looking fabric. These ottomans are so beautiful and you'll have a hard time choosing from the extensive 25 color options..
No matter your taste – everyone can appreciate a good design classic and since moving to America in 2016 I am leaning towards styles like the Flos IC light series designed by Michael Anastassiades..
I can hardly cope with Leanne Thomas’ deft use of light and texture in her beautiful floral series currently exhibiting at Double Bay’s Art2Muse gallery. Be sure to check out her body of works – all skilfully bringing to...
Velvet can be a serious obsession and with Danish design house HK Living giving us a sneak preview of their 2018 collection, it is a hard choice between the Ochre and Nude Retro Velvet Sofa..
Come on, you can never have too many baskets! This versatile eco friendly basket is handmade by Fair Trade weavers in Bangladesh. The durable jute fibre makes it a sturdy storage tub but also pretty enough to be displayed in any bathroom..
A new month brings some of our favorite finds from around the globe. With some great new designs from some of the makers we love along with some classics that never date
December brings with it the season for giving - here's our picks for your festive shopping lists! Shop this months selection of homewares in bold colours and luxe materials...
It's that time of the year where we clean out the unwanted items cluttering up our limited storage space to make room for some homewares we have been stalking like pray from around the globe. As the warmer heads sound down under we are lusting
Style is in Danielle's bloodline, with her family being overwhelmed with artistic accomplishments. We have been closely watching the evolution of Danielle's work from oil on canvas artworks to the most incredible...
Kaz and I have been going back and forth for months working out the perfect replacement for her very well-worn Ikea lounge room rug. The finalist in this world wide search is the latest release from Armadillo & Co...
This decorative cushion is handwoven with a pop of sheepskin adding an abundance of texture. We love to add in natural fibers where possible and this range from Homelosophy is so beautiful, all made from Argentina’s world renowned wool which are then carefully hand spun to ensure the highest quality, softness and comfort.