It’s barely been a fortnight since the opening of The Calile on James Street, but already the town is abuzz with praise for the hotel’s top-tier amenities. The hotel officially launches today, Thursday October 11, which means we can give you a bit of a glimpse at what’s inside the modern façade. more
The Aesop brand is one synonymous with style and simplicity. The hair, skin and body expert has been meticulously crafting cult products since 1987, gaining a solid reputation both here at home in Australia and all around the world. Up until now, the brand’s reach has been strictly within the realm of beauty products – but this is all about to change with the launch of its first-ever homewares product. more
If you grew up in this sunburnt country, odds are you would have memories of a freshly washed set of sheets hanging on the line – as well as the visual of the crisp fabric flowing in the wind, one of the most intoxicating elements of this age-old scenario is the scent. Can you think of anything dreamier? The legends at Sheets on the Line have built a linen empire inspired by this very reminiscence, and their latest bricks-and-mortar location brings the goods in spades. more
Southside flower lovers are sure to be familiar with Flour & Bloom. The quaint boutique florist set up shop in Tarragindi a little over a year ago, brightening days with its vibrant selection of blooms and house plants. Pretty quickly, however, the Flour & Bloom team outgrew that space, leading them to find a new floral trove in Camp Hill Marketplace. more
Have you ever heard of a tuckbox? If not, allow us to fill you in – it was the name given to a timber safe box that kids used to take along to boarding school, using it to store their most prized possessions. In a society built on the fast and disposable, the notion of keepsakes and treasures is becoming increasingly lost – but there are people out there fighting to keep the dream alive. If products with thought and permanence inspire you, it’s time you got acquainted with Tuckbox. more
The right ceramics can add so much joy to your everyday life, which is exactly the aim of Home by Harlequin. Each handmade piece of goodness from this Sydney-based studio is a little ray of sunshine designed to be both beautiful and functional, striking a perfect balance of work and play. more
When it comes to the Brisbane, there are some pretty iconic names floating around that have played an integral part in shaping our unique arts and culture landscape. One of these names is Artisan, the not-for-profit organisation that has been dedicated to supporting and promoting contemporary craft and design practice for both makers and their audiences since 1970. Following a 20-year stint on the Brunswick Street strip, Artisan is heading to a brand-new home at the thriving King Street precinct. more
There’s something so satisfying about ceramics – it’s always such a thrill looking at a beautifully crafted bowl or sipping from a cute mug and imagining that it was once just a ball of clay. Seeing the beautiful finished product from an outside perspective, it’s hard to believe that clay is such an unforgiving mistress to work with. When it comes to Sydney label more
When you hear the phrase ‘good grief’, odds are your mind wanders to either Charles Schultz’s comic creation Charlie Brown or the sometimes-unavoidable emotion of total exasperation. The words also happen to lend themselves quite well to the unforgiving nature of handmade ceramics, which is part of the reason Newcastle-based creative Jen Lanz decided to name her brand for it. Combining attention-demanding textures with unmistakeable craftsmanship, Good Grief Ceramics is one dreamy brand that connects the admirer to the maker. more
Plant culture is having a real moment and quite frankly we are living for it. Being a green thumb used to be relegated to retirees and suburban mums, but now it’s genuinely cool to have an active interest in horticulture. We’re filling our houses with more plants than you can poke a watering can at, so it makes sense that the need for pretty pots to pop them in is real. One of Brisbane’s favourite purveyors of such goods is Arc + Family, bringing its beloved selection of handmade wares to a charming space on James Street. more
Furnishing your home can be a difficult process, especially when it comes to making a statement that is both stylish and functional. Nood Co is a furniture and homewares company that manufactures covetable products from concrete that evoke a fusion of Scandinavian and Australian aesthetics. more
There’s something so dreamy about the wanderlust life – exploring unknown places, delving into foreign cultures and embracing new perspectives are just some of the benefits of leaving your comfort zone for far-off lands. It is in our travels that we often learn about who we are and what we love, borrowing bits and pieces from the places that we visit to create a more fulfilling persona and style. If a change of scenery is what you crave, Society of Wanderers will take you on a globetrotting visual journey without leaving the room. more
There’s really no way around the fact that we are living in a consumer society. We love to shop and we love nice things – it’s okay. It’s very easy to go HAM and make it rain at your local Kmart or Target, but things get tricky when you think about the back-story of your $10 jumper and how it came to be. It’s well worth your while to seek out ethical companies that not only sell killer stock but also stick up for the people who make it. One Another is an amazing online store working hard to provide unique handmade goods crafted by disadvantaged women in developing countries, acting on the principle that behind every one of its products there is a person and a story. more
How amazing would it be to feel like you were checking in to an opulent five-star hotel every time you stepped through your own front door? This doesn’t just have to be a room-service fuelled fantasy – Embellish, the latest collection from Australian furniture design geniuses Zuster, manages to perfectly encapsulate the visuals of a permanent (and very fancy) vacation. more
Those of us with limited living space tend to miss out on all the benefits having a garden can provide – but now Aqua Design Innovations is giving apartment dwellers a chance to grow. The EcoQube Frame is a low maintenance vertical garden that grows micro veggies and succulents that wont take up valuable real estate in your home. more
The difference between a house and a home is all of the things you choose to fill it, and art is one of the best ways of putting a personal spin on your living space. Multi-disciplinary artist Christina McLean has created a range of homewares that imbues artistic integrity with functionality with TRADE the MARK. more
Indoor plants have long been a fantastic way to spruce up a room, but if you aren’t satisfied with the amount of green in your home then you might need to up your game. Living Table by Habitat Horticulture is a great way to incorporate greenery into your home, with a sophisticated system for eliminating drainage and reducing watering time. more
Inspired by worldly travels and the peace and beauty of different cultures, a new homewares boutique is bringing a slice of zen to Fortitude Valley. Flock Home stocks a range of interior pieces and accessories sourced from artisan makers from South East Asia, blending spirituality and community in a tranquil space within Bakery Lane. more
Any fiend for a high thread-count sheet set will be intimately familiar with Sheridan – one of the finest purveyors of luxe bedroom goods, which is turning 50 this month. To celebrate its half-century of operation, Sheridan is launching a new retail concept this week showcasing a range of goods for the rest of your house. more
The best ideas usually come about when you are experimenting for the fun of it, and for New Zealand design house George & Willy fun seems to be a large part of its motivation. Boasting an eclectic mix of quirky products, George & Willy is a great resource for simple and functional interior elements that are built to last. more
