Home Design

It’s time to talk cork. We’re not talking “kitchen of the ‘70s” look, we’re talking a fresh, sleek offering from Cork Imports Australia while still embracing all the benefits of traditional cork. Featured inset, is the Calais Alloy tile soon to be seen in some pretty big commercial offerings around Australia. The tile is a slightly translucent smoky grey, which allows the beauty of the underlying grain to shine through and will suit any space. The Calais Cream is a translucent cream finish over a natural tile, which allows hints of the natural colour to peek through. As with the other recent offerings from Cork Imports, the tiles are pre-glued and pre-finished, so it’s easy to install and with minimal mess. Importing only the best Portuguese cork, Cork Imports Australia…

It’s starting to cool down a little, whichmeans we’re spending more time inside. Cuddling up on the sofa with a hot drink and a book, watching movies and generally just relaxing indoors. So now is the right time to turn your focus to making your home cosy for the cooler months. First up in 5 of the Best, we take a look at our top cosy sofa set-ups — the perfect inspiration for your winter lounge room aesthetic. Later in our Cosy Spaces feature, we detail how to prepare your home for winter including heating, air-con, blinds, carpeting and more. In Style Source, we show how you can incorporate the Pantone Colour of the Year — Veri Peri — into your space with a range of stunning homewares and furniture.…

NEXT-GEN ALL-AUSTRALIAN STORAGE SOLUTION The founder of this incredibly clever storage solution came up with the concept after failing to find a stylish but functional way to store his wine glasses. After more than two years of design, development, prototypes, improvements and testing, KitchenBanc was born. With world-first design and motion-activated technology, the shelves can be easily activated to come to you — keeping wine, recipe books, crockery and more safe and dust-free. This innovative, practical, all-Australian product is fast becoming one of the most sought-after storage solutions for new and existing homes, suitable for a range of rooms such as kitchens, cellars and living areas. With human-centric design, built-in lighting, customisable features and device-charging capabilities, KitchenBanc is as much a talking point as it is a storage unit. kitchenbanc.com.au…

MUST-SEE ALGARVE HOTEL W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is excited to launch the highly anticipated W Algarve. Located on the sun-drenched shores of the Algarve, where jagged cliffs merge with crystal-clear waters and all-year sun, the 134-room hotel, and 83 residences, bring the brand’s distinctive energy to Portugal for the first time. With an intriguing and innovative design spearheaded by international design studio AB Concept, the hotel entwines the Algarve’s striking natural scenery and rich Portuguese history with the brand’s signature style. The destination’s mesmerising curved Benagil caves inspired the flowing design of the hotel’s interior spaces, while the colour palette of blues, aquamarines and turquoise nod to the azure sky and surrounding Atlantic Ocean, providing guests with an incredible sensory experience…

From Friday night fiestas to lazy Sunday mornings, your sofa is the haven of the home. Catering to the whole family and friends, the sofa is a great place to relax or entertain guests. With this comes the need for space, style and comfort. From chaise loungers to three-seaters, there is a glass slipper sofa for everyone. With additional cosy cushions or a soft throw, create the ultimate nap spot, or add a coffee table for margaritas to rest on and a chaise or pouffe to put your feet up for a place that your guests will never want to leave. Enhance your living space with a deluxe sofa that caters to your every need. 1/Get curvy with your couch with the contemporary Indivi Sofa from BoConcept. Sprawl out on…

1/INDUSTRIAL STYLE Spice things up by adding texture to your cabinetry with the Sparkbook collection from Armac Martin. Featuring an engineered diamond knurled design, the Sparkbook collection has an array of classic and innovatively designed handles and knobs for every cabinet. Available in a range of 23 finishes from burnished brass to matte white, you’re sure to find a fitting to suit your aesthetic, giving your spaces the finishing touch that makes a difference. armacmartin.co.uk 2/AUTUMN DREAM BRUSHED COPPER Inspired by the copper tones of autumn, the brushed copper Skyscraper knurled handle from Dowsing and Reynolds is the ultimate copper feature for every room. Bring the warm hue of copper to kitchens, bathrooms, laundries or living rooms and pair it with pastels or vivid colours to create a boldly designed…