Lurid fluorocolours are highlighted in a resin chandelier and a three-seater lounge daubed The Throne,that was originally created for a Hermes exhibition.

Beyond the fuchsia front door of this quaint 1893 house is an explosion of colour and art

I’ve reviewed many great architectural feats,and sometimes feel like I’ve seen everything,but this Prahran house opened up an entirely new world,leaving me in awe.

  • Stephen Crafti

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The house (right) has a two-level black steel facade that adds a sense of mystery.

The ocean-facing home with mystique and stunning views on every level

There’s an endless blue horizon on offer for occupants of a newly built Newcastle home,which cascades over five levels towards the Pacific Ocean.

  • Stephen Crafti
A mop with extendable handle can help you clean hard-to-reach places.

Here’s a quick and easy routine to get your bathroom clean fast

Cleaning doesn’t have to be complicated. All you need are two cleaning products and the right tools.

  • Jolie Kerr
Interior designer Greg Natale used burgundy liberally in this project in Sydney,including tiles,carpet and joinery.

The bold catwalk-inspired colour interior designers are mad for

Some love its connection with nature while others have championed its sophistication and classic style. Designers are embracing this deep shade ripped straight from the runway.

  • Robyn Willis
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Thinking of selling mum’s silverware? It’s all in the timing

Got a valuable object sitting in your home? If you’re thinking of parting ways with it,it can pay to think carefully about the timing.

  • Stephen Crafti

We tried four top-rated kitchen cleaning tools. Here’s our verdict

From a $15 battery-operated sink scrubber to a top of the range cordless wet and dry vacuum,we’ve done the leg work,so you don’t have to.

  • Rachael Gavin
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Robin Boyd created the Black Dolphin as a more Australian-style motel.

A lack of bling makes this seaside motel sing

In the NSW holiday town of Merimbula an iconic motel has been bought back to life.

  • Stephen Crafti
Hotels and restaurants are designed to make us feel comfortable,even special. There are shared techniques you can take home.

Room service:Why you should steal these hotel design ideas

Forget stashing towels in your suitcase,the real takeaway from a hotel or restaurant experience are the design ideas – and there’s more to it than nailing the wall colour.

  • Robyn Willis
IKEA has reversed its famous 365-day returns policy

IKEA winds back its famous 365-day refund policy

The Swedish furniture giant’s refund policy has been wound back to 60 days for Australian consumers to “minimise misuse”.

  • Jessica Yun
Perched on a river flood plain,it appears to float gently among the surrounding trees.

Art meets architecture in this Melbourne home designed to survive a flood

An elevated house,perched on a river flood plain,appears to float gently among the surrounding trees in its lush garden settings.

  • Stephen Crafti