Benefits of Hiring An Interior Designer and Interior Architect
Renovating and New Homes, Interiors and Design Penelope J. Herbert Renovating and New Homes, Interiors and Design Penelope J. Herbert

Benefits of Hiring An Interior Designer and Interior Architect

Have you thought about the key benefits of hiring an interior designer and an interior architect? If you want to transform your space, create functional beauty, and increase your property value, then hiring a design studio that specialises in both interior design AND interior architecture will be the perfect option. But why?

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Adopt This White Paint Guide; Your Walls Really Need It!
Colour, Interiors and Design Penelope J. Herbert Colour, Interiors and Design Penelope J. Herbert

Adopt This White Paint Guide; Your Walls Really Need It!

In this white paint guide, we'll delve into the nuanced world of white paint, exploring the differences between various shades, how to test them on your walls, what to watch out for, and ultimately, how to select the perfect white paint for your home.

We demystify white paint and help you find the perfect shade for your home renovation. Adopt this white paint guide; your walls really need it!

White paint may seem like a straightforward choice for your walls, but any experienced interior designer will tell you that not all whites are created equal. The subtle nuances in undertones and finishes can drastically alter the mood and aesthetic of a room.

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The Display Home Trap: Why Your $720,000 Adelaide New Build Already Looks Like Every Other House on the Street
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The Display Home Trap: Why Your $720,000 Adelaide New Build Already Looks Like Every Other House on the Street

You fell in love with a display home. You’re not getting that house. Let’s talk about what you’re actually getting — and the six decision windows nobody told you about. You walked into the display village on a sunny Saturday. You touched the stone benchtop. You ran your hand along the engineered timber floors. You stood in the master suite with its pendant lighting and floor-to-ceiling tiling and thought, this is it — this is my home.

Eighteen months later, you’re standing in your hallway — the one with the laminate benchtop, the builder-grade carpet, and the grid of downlights on a single circuit — and you’re wondering why your $720,000 home looks exactly like your neighbour’s. And the one three doors down. And the one around the corner.

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Wellness-Led Luxury Homes: The 2026 Interior Design Trends Transforming High-End Living
Interiors and Design, Renovating and New Homes Penelope J. Herbert Interiors and Design, Renovating and New Homes Penelope J. Herbert

Wellness-Led Luxury Homes: The 2026 Interior Design Trends Transforming High-End Living

2026 luxury interior design trends are finally misbehaving, and that’s excellent news for anyone bored to death by “timeless” white boxes. The new high-end home isn’t trying to look expensive; it’s busy making you feel something.

For years, “upmarket” meant white paint, pale oak, chrome tapware and a generic slab of engineered stone pretending it just flew in from Milan business class. Cute. Safe. Utterly unmemorable.

Now, 2026 luxury interior design has kicked off its heels, ordered a dirty martini and decided that personality, wellness and atmosphere matter more than showing off square metres.​

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Celebrating Stylish Coastal Interiors Reimagined by Kyal and Kara
Renovating and New Homes Penelope J. Herbert Renovating and New Homes Penelope J. Herbert

Celebrating Stylish Coastal Interiors Reimagined by Kyal and Kara

Australians love their stylish coastal interiors even when they don’t live near the beach. Curves and unique features abound in this stunning duplex design by ‘The Block’ stars, Kyal and Kara Demmrich. Side-by-side and sharing the same floor plan, this duplex is different. Expert renovators Kyla and Kara have created their own brand of stylish coastal interiors resulting in two homes with unique features. Learn how they did and bring their ideas to your own home renovation.

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Did I Make A Mistake Painting My Walls White?
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Did I Make A Mistake Painting My Walls White?

White walls have long been hailed as the epitome of chic, timeless interior design. They're clean, versatile, and can make spaces feel larger and more airy. But as any seasoned interior designer will tell you, the choice of wall colour is a deeply personal one.

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Five Architectural Elements That Come Before Interior Design
Renovating and New Homes, Interiors and Design Penelope J. Herbert Renovating and New Homes, Interiors and Design Penelope J. Herbert

Five Architectural Elements That Come Before Interior Design

Architectural elements support the planning and philosophy of architectural design. They will help you have a more comfortable and functional home. The five architectural elements an interior designer considers before decor even enters the conversation — space, view, air, light and sound.

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