The saying ‘there is no place like home’ has never been more relevant than this year with Australians spending more time at home than ever before due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
As the weather warms up more people want to be outside to enjoy the sunshine. However, with borders still closed for the foreseeable future, the backyard might be as far as you can go.
With summer just on our doorstep, there is no better opportunity to create an amazing outdoor space that will make you feel like you are somewhere else but still have all the comforts of being at your own house. Read more in our outdoor feature.
Our trends report will focus on the home as the epicentre of our lives where many of us now work, study, eat, sleep and relax. The lines between our work and home have blurred beyond recognition, however, we still need our homes to provide balance, calm and a sense of comfort and security.
In response, design trends for 2021 will reflect our desire for reassurance and strength, with nurturing palettes drawn from nature and furniture and décor that speaks of familiarity and comfort.
In our décor feature we share six tips to create a green environment with little or no outside space.
It’s a proven fact that mental and physical wellbeing can be greatly enhanced by spending time outdoors in green spaces. For those of us who have our own garden space to enjoy, there’s no better feeling than stepping out into your own peaceful oasis.
Not everyone, however, has this luxury. With approximately one in 10 households in Australia having no access to a private or shared garden, it’s time to get a little creative.
Don’t miss our casual living article as well as our visual merchandising pages which provide inspiration for indoor and outdoor living.
We have also selected the best products for your store, which you can find in the product pages.
