Why You Don’t Need to Be ‘Creative’ to Design a Beautiful Home
Marilena Baynes Marilena Baynes

Why You Don’t Need to Be ‘Creative’ to Design a Beautiful Home

For many couples we meet, the thought of renovating feels equal parts exciting and overwhelming. You want a home that reflects your style and feels elevated—but when it comes to making design decisions, you get stuck.

You’re not alone. In fact, one of the most common things we hear from new clients is:
“I just don’t have the vision.”
“I’m not creative enough to pull it all together.”
“What if I choose the wrong thing?”

Here’s the truth: you don’t need to be creative to have a beautifully designed home.
That’s our job—and we’ve created a process that makes it incredibly easy for you.

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Renovating a Queenslander
Marilena Baynes Marilena Baynes

Renovating a Queenslander

Queenslander homes are a true Brisbane treasure, with their classic timber designs, breezy verandas, and charming details. But if you’re thinking of giving one a facelift, a little expert help can make all the difference. We’ll help you maintain the home’s character while introducing modern comforts and functionality. Here’s how we do it.

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Banquette Dining Anyone?
Marilena Baynes Marilena Baynes

Banquette Dining Anyone?

Banquette Dining is making a comeback and for good reason. Find out why this trend is an increasingly popular Interior Design solution.

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Alternatives to Engineered Stone
Marilena Baynes Marilena Baynes

Alternatives to Engineered Stone

Now that engineered stone is out of the picture, what other alternative materials can you consider for kitchen, laundry and bathroom benchtops.

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Tile Selection Tips
Marilena Baynes Marilena Baynes

Tile Selection Tips

Some tips on how to choose the right tiles for your renovation project, including the best tile showrooms in Brisbane.

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Why Palm Springs Style is growing in popularity!
Sarah Miller Sarah Miller

Why Palm Springs Style is growing in popularity!

We've all noticed the proliferation of the Palm Springs interior design style but I wonder why its really taken off, particularly here in Brisbane. I guess the most notable example can be seen in the Fortitude Valley at the iconic Calile Hotel. Features include clean lines and geometry, flat plans and low profiles, natural materials, desert landscaping and architectural details such as butterfly roofs and breeze blocks.

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