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The article looks at an apartment in Sydney, New South Wales, which features a sunroom, a walk-in wardrobe, and black-stained American-oak cabinetry.

The article focuses on the vintage California bungalow owned by interior designer Ann King located in Sydney, New South Wales.

The article focuses on a Sydney home owned by Fiona Shakespeare that were decorated with home furnishings including coffee table, white cotton rugs and sofa.

The article looks at the beach house of florist Vicki Kerr and husband Rob Kerr in Sydney, New South Wales that is designed by architect Tony Owens of Tony Owen Partners.

The article discusses the architectural design of the two storey, four bedroom house in Sydney, New South Wales, designed by architects Shelley Barrett, chief executive officer (CEO) of Australian beauty brand ModelCo.

The article focuses on an architect-designed complex owned by artist Nichola Dare located in Sydney, New South Wales, featuring her gallery, The Gallery Shop. It discusses the remodeling of the house including the main bedroom, bathroom, courtyard, living room, kitchen, dining and girls' rooms. It relates the statement of Nichola about the materials she used, decoration and house furnishings of each area.

The article evaluates various textured paints including Murobond Paint Aqua Glaze Pearl by Murobond, Haymes Paint Rendertex Roll On Texture by Haymes, and White Knight Paints Chalkboard by White Knight Paints.

The article offers information on redesigning of a Victorian-era terrace house and designed by architect Andrew Stanic.

The article presents information on the renovation of a sandstone and timber bungalow built circa 1900 by architect Lawton Hurley and designer Lynda Kerry.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of attending an art workshop.

The article focuses on renovation of a farmhouse located in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, which is owned by the couple Louise and Noel.

The article focuses on renovation of a house at Northern Beaches in Sydney, New South Wales that is owned by Virginia and Merv Cross.

Information on house of graphic artist Helen Reynolds and husband Gerry Reynolds which is in a semi-rural suburb in Sydney's northwest is presented. It informs on how the family has wholeheartedly embraced the bucolic lifestyle and shares the two-hectare property with a menagerie of pets including two donkeys, Figaro and Maestro. It informs on how local architect Neil Maitland of Maitland & Butler Architects helped the couple solidify their vision of an interior geared to modern family living.

The article focuses on stylist Jo Emery who likes nothing more than to rearrange the furniture in her Melbourne. It informs on how she learned quirky interiors by working in the advertising industry including how she was influenced by her father. A description of her two-storey house including its interior decorations is presented.

The article reports that for people like Lynda Kerry, Sydney, New South Wales-based interior designer, renovation has become a something like new challenge. It is stated why Lynda decided to renovate an old house for his won family. With an average ceiling height of some 3.6m, the home presented a new scope for decorating on a truly grand scale.

Several photographs are presented which feature room designs and furnishings by various architects including Steve Domoney, David Hartree, and Kerry Phelan.

The article presents information on the redecoration work undertaken by the owners of the four-bedroom house on lower North Shore in Sydney, New South Wales. It mentions the layout of the structure and renovations undertaken to give it a modern look. It states the furnishings used for the interior decoration of the house.

The article presents information on the late-Victorian suburban house owned by interior designer Adelaide Bragg and her husband Tim Bragg in Melbourne, Victoria. It mentions that Adelaide redecorated her four-bedroom house that reminded her of a classic country house and created a light, comfortable and relaxed family home. It states the minor alterations incorporated to the layout to suit their lifestyle.

The article reviews the architectural design of a four-bedroom Federation bungalow in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, New South Wales, designed by DGC Constructions.

The article reviews the architectural design of a family home in Sydney, which is designed by architect Peter Hurley of Lawton Hurley and building firm Trico Constructions.

The article presents ten renovation tips. It has been advised to calculate expected cost of renovation before signing on with a builder to avoid an unexpected debt. It has been suggested to clarify architects about architectural features one wants to have. It has also been advised to gather information on cost difference between product options for instance, timber windows versus aluminium. It has also been advised to be sure that the chosen builder works with the Housing Industry of Australia.

The article discusses the architectural design of a house in Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia. The house was originally built in the 1850s and has undergone several changes since then under different owners. The house is owned by Richard Ness, his wife, Keeah, son Charles, and twin daughters, Harriet and Edwina. The front part of the house has four bedrooms, three down one side of the hallway and a fourth, together with formal living and dining rooms, on the other side.

The article discusses the remodelling of a traditional Victorian terrace on Sydney, New South Wales' Balmain peninsula. On stepping inside the front door, there's no kitchen or living room visible. In fact, the only fixture here is a striking staircase with an unconventional decorative treatment; the stairs are covered alternately in plush black carpet and black-and-white patterned carpet, the retro swirls paying homage to a Florence Broadhurst wallpapered wall opposite.

The article profiles the interior decoration of a house in Sydney, New South Wales, owned by the couple, Nikki and Jon. The couple, as reported, took the help of interior designer Lynda Kerry for conceptualising their look of the house. Key decorating flourishes in the house, as reported, come from pattern, fabric, texture and art. It is reported that, for theatrical impact in the formal sitting room, Kerry chose matt black walls, and used a black-and-cream striped wallpaper for the dining room.

The article presents information on various stylish window curtains. It is stated that Australian homes have to face harsh sunlight and extreme temperatures, and well-made curtains and blinds can help in reducing energy bills. The biggest trends in window treatments are technologically advanced screening fabrics and motorised shades. It is stated that while selecting a window treatment, one should consider whether the most important element is privacy, light, heat control or decoration.

The article discusses the nuances of extended house renovations, regarding design and regulations, in Australia. The main idea should be maximization of space, taking care of all voids that may be created. Plans should be made for future proofing the extensions by using durable, low-maintenance materials. Currently, under the fast-track system prevalent in all Australian states, an approval takes 10 days to be cleared that allows proper planning of the renovation.

The article highlights the interior design of a chic coastal retreat in Sydney, New South Wales by Meryl Hare of Hare + Klein. The house is enchanted by the special quality of light on the peninsula location and by a layout that takes full advantage of the sun. The house has a rich play of textures, including travertine tiles, wall paneling in limed and earthy concrete-rendered walls. The dining table and chairs set the style for the furniture which is pale timbers in the Scandinavian mode.

The article presents top 50 rooms defined by interior designers and architects in Australia. An environmentally friendly house was built with landscape in which fixtures are set in a green atmosphere. A house almost totally by Nick Tobias was designed simply which is considered as one of Sydney's best beachside suburbs. Kitchen dining space in Brisbane demonstrates a triumphant turnaround from a cramped, tired room to a light-filled space. It was elongated along the northern facade of the house.

The article reports on the renovation of 1960s house at Burradoo town in New South Wales. It is stated that the home is blend of traditional and modern styles including the owner's passion of travel and collecting. The interior of the house is painted with a creamy white to make the structure remains in the background, while the furnishings and artifacts claim attention. The furnitures and art were chosen to capture imagination.

The article offers information on improving the home's energy efficiency and reducing the power bills with exterior window treatment. It states that depending upon the style of house and climate, there are several shade options available in the market. It recommends smart and stylish products covering the spectrum of permanent, retractable and demountable options, like motorised awnings for terraces, sun-filtering screens for pergolas and chic roller sunscreens for full-sun positions.

The article focuses on the architectural design of a modern county house, which is owned by David Mathers and James Barbus in New South Wales. It is reported that a diverse collection of antiques and a dash of designer flair have transformed this modern country house. A detailed description of the house and its interior decoration is given including the paint colours.

The article focuses on the interior decoration and architectural designing of a renovated beach house "Oceanzedge," in New South Wales. The old house was gutted and rebuilt within the original footprint transferring some of the bedrooms to ground level while moving the main living area upstairs.The house also has a stainless-steel fireplace along with a gourmet barbecue.

Several photographs of interior decoration and architectural designs of several houses in Australia, are presented.

The article discusses how interior designer David Swan and partner Ian McCorquodale bought and redecorated a four-bedroom house in Burraddoo, New South Wales as a weekender. Swan generated warmth by selecting a trio of neutral paint colors such as Dulux Ecru, Gnu Tan and Jarrah. He selected all-natural fibers which are durable and easy to clean, including felted wood upholstery, pure wool carpet and natural feather cushions covered in silk.

The article discusses the house of the future with reference to new technological innovations. It is stated that the house will be equipped with latest technology such as the front door will have an integrated security system accessed by pocket-sized, multi-media personal computers and personal digital assistant. It is stated that the bathroom will have materials which are self-cleaning and activated by ultra violet light. It is stated that the computer will operate the components of the garden.

The article features the house and interior designs of Valeska Dominguez, a notable jewelry designer, in Sydney, New South Wales. Valeska is recognized for effort in developing her four bedroom family home which captures indoor and outdoor attraction. Her house designs recognized as the 2006 Housing Industry Association award for its natural setting. She recognized for her uniqueness and attractive home decorations.

The article discusses the interiors and architecture of a house located in Sydney, New South Wales' lower north shore. It was recently bought by Wendy and Phil Jobe who were earlier staying at the South Coast of Sydney. The three storied house has beautiful interiors designed by designer Christine Hamilton who has kept a very soft approach by keeping the colour scheme white. The location of the house is such that one is able to get beautiful views from its glass doors.

The article presents information on an apartment on the Sydney Harbour, New South Wales. The owner of the apartment is Peter Stewart. The eastern suburbs apartment hugs water and gives the feeling of being on the bridge of an ocean liner. Stewart thought that the apartment could become a chic gallery for his collection of art and sculpture. When bought, it was dismally old-fashioned, with glazed ceilings, gold tapware and tinted-mirror walls. Photographs of the interiors of the house are given.

The article presents guidelines regarding how to install a rainwater overhead tank for collecting water for various uses at home. First thing that one should look for is to find a place where the tank can be installed, as well as the logistics of positioning the tank. Rainwater tanks come in myriad styles, shapes, sizes and materials. Generally, the larger the tank, the more rainwater will be collected for use during dry spells.

Several photographs of house decoration are presented, along with descriptions of the furnishings depicted in the photographs.

The article presents information on a house designed by Danni Murray, an interior decorator. The house, situated on the lower North Shore of Sydney, New South Wales had original French provincial decoration. Murray added and edited decorative elements, namely, furniture, fabrics, paintings and accessories of each room of the house. She was inspired by the location of the house. The lighting of the house has an enormous impact on the colors of the house.

The article focuses on the designing of a house situated in Toowoomba, Queensland, which is based on environmentally sustainable principles and products. The e project was intended to raise public awareness of sustainable housing. The building cost of the house was $800,000. The chief concern of the design was to save water for which various water conserving features were included. The steel panels on the outer walls were placed to allow water to flow along them and cause cooling effect.

This article focuses on the Pod System, an architect-designed pavilion extension that is attached to one's existing home via a special link. The Pod System is considered as an alternative to renovation, which prevents the frustrations of the renovation process. The original idea of the Pod System came to Sydney, New South Wales architect Kim Crestani, of Order Architects, more than a decade ago. The idea behind the Pod System is to keep the original character of the existing house, especially the roof form. The Pod System is a total renovation package. Even garden landscaping and finance can be added to the deal.

The article presents information on an apartment at Bondi Beach, New South Wales. Owners of this apartment Robin and Colleen Lees loved the location and the easy access to this most famous beach. But the apartment itself was another matter. The Eighties design seemed entirely incompatible with the coastal spirit, and lacked a visual connection to its surroundings. With this in mind, they hired interior designer Darryl Gordon to remodel the apartment to their brief. Darryl felt a synergy between the interiors, the sky and the ocean was critical to the overall mood and appeal of the apartment as a proper home.

The article presents information on furniture designer Pasquale Natuzzi's Villa at Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy. Cortina d'Ampezzo is one of Europe's ritziest ski resorts. Overshadowed by the Dolomites, this historic village is a magnet for visitors. Fascinated with the natural setting of the village, Pasquale bought a Fifties villa, which he named Villa Antonisa after his wife. He enlisted a team of architects and designers, and asked them to rethink the house's interiors while paying respect to the landscape and its intrinsic elegance. The renovation took two years, the team designed a modern chalet with a rustic yet refined sensibility that exudes understated luxury.

The article reports on the renovated home of a Sydney-based fashion designer called Julia. According to Julia, that does not mean having to ditch the all-white interior she has loved so much. She loves to have a white background in her home and to then add color with textiles, paintings and her favorite blue and white China. According to Julia, white never looks tired--and it is great with children around, because one can bleach everything. Julia had taken the help of her architect friend Michael Folk to get her house in order. Julia was determined that the house should be child-friendly, low-maintenance and open plan, with many light and flexibility.

The article presents information on the exterior looks of homes, from the beach to the bush, from the tropics to the inner-city suburbs, and finds out what's new in the finishes, materials and colours that fashion these styles. Trends in exterior paint colours seem to be taking their cues from the interiors. But, while some style-savvy designers are suggesting jewel-like colours for feature walls and detailing, the main direction is towards a natural-habitat palette. Colours that are fashionable now includes colours that blend with the outdoors, such as moss and bark, that are generally popular.

The article presents information on the interior decoration of a house. The rooms were poky and there was a granny flat at the rear. Within the original footprint, the designer has designed a two-and-a-half-level home with four bedrooms and bathrooms, a home office, media room and plenty of living space. The kitchen benchtop projects through to the terrace as a functional work surface for the barbecue. The designer designed a wide outdoor terrace to adjoin the living and dining space. There's a huge room with various zones demarcated by clever joinery and purpose-built storage units.

The article presents information on the interior decoration of the house of Manuel Talbert, owner of a building company. The environmentally aware home gives its young family lots of space to relax and take full advantage of beach suburb living, with plenty of room to entertain friends. As one walk inside, the modest single-storey frontage yields to an edgy, urban home comprising a series of light-filled rooms on two levels which wrap around a courtyard on three sides. All rooms either look out on, or open onto, the sandstone-paved courtyard, which becomes a sun-trap in winter, ensuring it can be used for entertaining year round.

The article presents information on the environmental concerns in the building codes in Australia. It also reflects that the extra planning regarding this issue costs long-term savings for the home owners. In reality a green house can look like any other house, but it uses the best possible building orientation, wall and ceiling insulation and other important factors. The push for mandatory sustainable housing in the nation began in Sydney with the introduction of the Building Sustainability Index.