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Interiors

Designer Anna Spiro’s Heavenly Island Home

admin - January 11, 2022

Anna Spiro splits her time between Melbourne and Brisbane, but it’s just further east on Minjerribah/North Stradbroke Island where she truly feels at home.

After selling her holiday house of 16 years on the island, the interior designer went in search of an equally special place. She discovered a small, weatherboard house for sale, and despite its awkward shape, Anna immediately saw its potential.

In just six weeks (!), Anna worked with a builder and cabinet maker to transform the property into a relaxed yet luxurious house, stamped with her signature colour and pattern.

Creative Ways to Add Order to Your Home

InteriorsMelissa Paine - March 14, 2022

/media/k2/items/cache/675d28c04794e3c683f4419536c4c15f_L.jpgCreative Ways to Add Order to Your HomeAlthough there are hundreds of options for organizing your home, the pieces you make yourself are the

5 Ways to Support Your Community this Holiday Season

LifestyleNashia Baker - March 14, 2022

5 Ways to Support Your Community this Holiday SeasonEach year, the true spirit of the holidays can seem to get buried further beneath mountains of wrapping paper and drowned out by commercialism. Howe

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Building a Successful Budget

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Building a Successful BudgetWhether you’re trying to pay off bills, save for a dream vacation or create a nest egg for retirement, having a sound budget is often the first step toward bringing your fi

6 Steps to Safer Winter Driving

Nashia Baker - March 14, 2022

6 Steps to Safer Winter DrivingThe winter season is typically one of the busiest times of the year for travelers. While millions prepare to hit the road to visit family and see sights they may never h

Caring for Caregivers: How to prevent caregiver burnout

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Caring for Caregivers: How to prevent caregiver burnoutHow to prevent caregiver burnoutWhile caring for an older family member – whether it be a spouse, parent or grandparent – can be a rewarding expe

Cars to Consider for 2019

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Cars to Consider for 2019Purchasing a new vehicle, while exciting, can be a burden for many shoppers. A variety of options and considerations for each make and model can turn the decision-making proce

Chasing Childhood Passions

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Chasing Childhood PassionsAs education continues to be more accessible to American workers, lifelong learning is increasingly important. Pearson, a digital education company, surveyed working adults a

6 Tips to Prepare Your Lawn for Winter

Nashia Baker - March 14, 2022

6 Tips to Prepare Your Lawn for WinterAs days get shorter and temperatures drop, many homeowners overlook their lawns’ needs. Unfortunately, winter can be brutal and make it hard for lawns, trees and

7 Ways to Promote Cool-Weather Skin Care

Nashia Baker - March 14, 2022

7 Ways to Promote Cool-Weather Skin CareWhen temperatures plummet, a seasonal wardrobe change helps protect most of your body from the elements. However, your face and hands are likely still exposed a

Engage at Every Age

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Engage at Every AgeYou are never too old (or young) to take part in activities that enrich your physical, mental and emotional well-being. No matter your age, there is no better time than now to start

Find Your Influence Style this Year

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Find Your Influence Style this YearThe ability to influence those around you is a key leadership skill. To influence effectively, you must be adept at getting your opinions and ideas heard, recognized

Find Out the Truth About Tap Water

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Find Out the Truth About Tap WaterWhile the tap water you drink may look clean, it may contain harmful contaminants like lead, pesticides and industrial pollutants. These and others may be picked up o

Get Involved in the Game of Chess

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Get Involved in the Game of ChessChess, once a game considered to be reserved for the affluent and older men, is creating a cooler image with a younger demographic. The ancient game has seen a rising

A Fresh Approach to the Winter Freeze

Nashia Baker - March 14, 2022

A Fresh Approach to the Winter FreezeWinter means snowfall, cold days and time spent near a fireplace seeking warmth and comfort. While planning for chilly days and frozen nights, it\'s important to pr

Go Exploring for These Hidden Travel Gems

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Go Exploring for These Hidden Travel GemsDiscovering a region’s secret treasures is one of the greatest rewards of travel. When you embrace an adventurer’s spirit, there’s no telling just where you’ll

Hatching a Plan

Nafees Mamnoon - March 14, 2022

Hatching a PlanProviding a comfortable environment for chickens can allow them to express normal behaviors and lead healthier lives. As part of its “Commitment to Animal Care,” Perdue is working to be

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Food

Keep your cool

Sam Graci - July 31, 20190

The food we crave in a heat wave also happens to be the most sensible option to prepare: refreshing, seasonal, and fast. And there are solutions to preparing satisfying meals without raising the tempe

Interiors

12 Of The Most Fabulous Floor Lamps

admin - August 26, 20200

Lighting is THE key ingredient in creating a warm and inviting at-home atmosphere. And, as both a sculptural focal point, and layered light source, a floor lamp has the power to completely transform the ambience of a room. No, REALLY!

From translucent to textural, our resident interiors expert Lauren Li shares 12 of her favourite feature lamps out there right now.

Interiors

A Modern Family’s Treetop Rental Property In North Warrandyte

admin - June 8, 20210

If you’re a regular reader of The Design Files, you’ll know all the cool kids are moving to Warrandyte. Unfortunately, rentals in the bush-like suburb (about 25 kilometres east of Melbourne’s CBD) are few and far between, so if you’re keen to secure one, you need to be quick!

Within minutes of this property being listed online, Tilly Barber was driving past the house and messaging friends to move in with her. They did, and it’s now their buzzing ‘modern family’ home, shared with her six-year-old son Mars, and friends Albee Barton and Justyn Burrows.

health

A Prescription For Better Doctor/Patient Communication

Susan Biali, MD - April 24, 20150

I am a physician with a special interest in preventive medicineI am a physician with a special interest in preventive medicine. Recently I have begun to explore the world of complementary medicine to

Interiors

An Enchanting, Rustic Rental In The Macedon Ranges

admin - February 11, 20200

Every so often a home comes along that’s so lived-in and character-filled, we can’t believe it’s a rental property!

Lisa Hodge has been the lucky tenant of this property in Macedon, Victoria, since early 2019, after moving here from Melbourne six years ago.

A clinical naturopath and herbalist, Lisa now splits her work between Gisborne and North Melbourne, before retreating to this enchanting home with her children every day.

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Designer Anna Spiro’s Heavenly Island Home

Creative Ways to Add Order to Your Home

5 Ways to Support Your Community this Holiday Season

Creative Ways to Add Order to Your Home

5 Ways to Support Your Community this Holiday Season

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