From introductions to local professionals, to what’s on, from where to go & what to see, to daily inspiration that’s readily absorbed; no matter where you sit in your love of good design, there’s bound to be something here that catches your eye.
If there was ever a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, I believe originality would be the content! In a design world that thrives on bespoke offerings, customisation and tailored living how easy is it then to remain truly original in a time where inspiration is being poured faster than a keg at a uni party?
Read MoreIt’s a funny thing - landscaping. The one area of the home that is more often than not a last minute thought. The one made when the budget is spent or near spent and yet it’s the one space (in a place like Perth in particular) we are more likely to spend the majority of time enjoying.
Read MoreFees and money. Two words that can make your toes curl, but in the world of interior design, with so many variations on offer, it’s important to have a discussion around what it costs to hire a designer and how, if you are in the industry, you can look to structuring your own charges.
Read MoreWe land this week with a bit of tale of small business success, and by that I mean, that this Design Banter interview with Kim & Jeff of Studio Atelier not only reaffirms their talents and achievements but very openly, they also discuss their practice. How to scale, when was it the right time to ‘bring someone in’, what would that look like, how would they afford it? All the things many a 3 - 4 year practice is likely considering, these guys have done it. An episode for anyone wanting to get to know these talented designers a little better and for any small business wanting to hear how a fellow business owner took those big leaps forward.
Read MoreIn this week’s episode we talk all things glossies with Lisa Quinn-Schofield of Featherhorse. The world of publishing is one that many Perth designer aspires to; a milestone many hope to achieve throughout their career. You may remember in final episode of 2020, we touched on the world of publishing and PR and questioned whether there was still a place for print publication, particularly given a dedicated Perth design magazine is mostly non-existent. This is the episode for you if you are wanting to hear what Feathers, a 4 + year contributor to those glossies had to offer.
Read MoreKicking off 2021, a little late but it’s worth the wait. We’ve been wanting to sit down with Mark from Arklen since we lunched and finally we managed to pull the rabbit of that hat. In what is a particularly busy time for the #perthbuilding sector and design industry in general, we knew it was high time we spoke to an expert who spend day in day out in the trenches dealing with it from all angles. We ticked just over 50 minutes on this but trust me when I say, it felt like 15. Easy listening.
Read MoreArchitecture and home owners of the gorgeous Burt St house we posted in the first plog (reminder images below). We spent half a day having a fat time with Nancy as she shared with us the journey from start to finish about why hiring an architect was the best thing for them, what Kris brought to the table, the unexpected that comes from bringing in a professional and how personally they also experienced growth as a couple.
Read MoreKris Keen is an architect who splits his time between Perth & Melbourne. Both Andrea & I have come to build a fantastic relationship with Kris who we both quickly identified with as a person who shares our belief that good design isn’t just for the elite or the entitled. This one was a no-brainer and is already one of our favourites to date. Enjoy.
Read MoreThe conversation around ‘what a stylist does exactly’ isn’t a new one, but if you’re in Perth and considering dipping your toe into these waters, here’s some honest conversation that will help you understand the term a little better and build your inner trust so that you can go off & hire the right person for you.
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