Interior Design, Latest News /

Welcome To 2016 + The 50 Best Interior Blog Posts 2015 It's February already and my first day back for 2016. My inbox is very full and I have lots to get through. Over the holidays I haven't just been sitting around ( well I did do a lot of that) and Sydney has seen a lot of rain over the last few months. Its given me the time to rethink The Design Library and the direction I would like to take it in. For 2016 I'm looking for the The Best of The Best in Interior Design and Renovation information to...

General, Interior Design, Latest News /

2015 Interior Blogging Awards Winners Announced The winners of the Amara Interior Blogging Awards for 2015 has been announced! Disappointed that we were unable to attend the London awards night ( just a little too far away for us) as a shortlisted blog we waiting to hear who the winners were.  Amara announced the winners over Twitter with the hashtag #IBA15 as they were being read out on stage. This year we didn't make it,  but we are extremely happy with our Top 5 2015 Best Australian Interiors Blog status.  For a relatively new website The Design Library is ecstatic to have come this far....

Interior Design, Latest News /

Scandinavian Design With an Ethnic Twist Scandinavian design is characterised by simplicity, minimalism and functionality. When its mixed with the beauty and luxury of handcrafted Moroccan design and unique decorations with lots of textures you get a relaxed, luxurious style with a twist.   Zoco Home does this beautifully. Zoco Home is a Finnish / Spanish based decoration company based in Southern Spain, run by Johanna Weckström. The style of Zoco Home is perfect for the Australian way of life and we wanted to know more  - 1. Tell us a bit about yourself and Zoco Home? My name is Johanna Weckström and I'm the owner of...

General, Interior Design, Interior Design Magazines, Latest News, Within The Pages /

The DL Edit - Interior Design Magazines:  Home Beautiful October 2015 As I am reading this month magazine I am reminded of the reason why I love putting my favourites in a list. It's because it keeps a great record of what I like and it makes it easier to find at a later date. Looking back through my collection of reviews of Interior Design Magazines here on my website there are so many amazing design products I would love to use for my next renovation, the problem will come in deciding which one to choose. Have a look though my list of 15 favourite...

Amara Awards, Australian, General, Interior Design, Latest News /

Amara Interior Awards Shortlisted - Best Australian Interiors Blog! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you to all of The Design Library AU readers who voted for us. We are very excited to be part of the shortlist in the "Best Australian Interiors Blog" category. London here we come!  The awards night will be held in London on the 28th October and I wish the other shortlisted bloggers in this category the best. The other interiors website we are up against are well worth a look so click-through to see what they offer - A Beach Cottage is foundered by Sarah a British born Australian stylist, photographer...

Amara Awards, Australian, General, Interior Design, Latest News /

We've Been Nominated! Amara Interior Blog Awards - Best Australian Interior Blog - Vote for Us! Several weeks ago I received an email telling me I had been nominated in the Amara Interior Blog Awards in the Best Australian Interior Blog category! Amara the luxury retailer in the UK is working to celebrate the work of interior bloggers as an integral part of the interior design community and hosting the awards at the lavish Rosewood Hotel in London on Wednesday 28th October 2015. It's very exciting that The Design Library has been recognised amongst some of the fantastic Australian interior blogs I read daily....

Black Book Diaries, Interior Design, Latest News, Renovation /

Interior Design: Black Book Listings - Homewares, Tiles, Architects & Furniture With the school holidays still on and the kids at home everything moves slowly. In Sydney its very cold so we spend most of our time indoors. Its gives me lots of time to read interiors magazines and find great new products to add to the directory. So this week our listings again come from Interior Designers Little Black Books. They can be small or large businesses all offering their own unique spin on the world of interior design, architecture, home improvements and renovation. You must click-through the links to check out the great...

Black Book Diaries, Interior Design, Latest News, Renovation /

Interior Design: Black Book Listings - Home wares, artwork, wallpaper, prefab homes and interior designers and bloggers This week at the library I am still having issues with email! Who would have thought changing over computers could take so long. I'm almost there and now school holidays are upon my household what fun we shall have. The kids and I love to just hang out and go out for lunch so I hope its relaxing. On the directory this week we added home wares, artwork, wallpaper, prefab homes and interior designers and bloggers and more. Again our listings come from Interior Designers Black...

General, Interior Design, Interior Design Magazines, Latest News, Within The Pages /

Interior Design Magazines: Within The Pages of Real Living July 2015 I loved this months magazine. It was full of colourful wallpapers, cushions and great pieces of furniture. So many strong colours and as Real Living says a Winter Wonderland. You must grab a copy. Have a look though my list of my 13 favourite products from WithIn The Pages of this months Real Living magazine and then items that I found on the websites. Click-through them all to see design at its best and check out the websites linked to see what else they offer. Real Living Magazine July 2015 The bold and cheeky impact and #designfabulous...

Black Book Diaries, Interior Design, Latest News, Renovation /

Interior Design: Black Book Listings - Home wares, Designers, Children's Interiors What a week its been here at The Design Library AU with a new computer system in our office we have had high expectations with very fast systems and amazingly crisp images! Well it didn't happen still we are moving old content over to the new computer and having to go backward and forward between, but we will get there. On the directory this week we added home wares, blankets, throws, garden designers, interior designers, furniture specialist, children's interiors suppliers and rugs. Again our listings come from Interior Designers Black Books. They...

General, Interior Design, Latest News, Life In Style, Renovation /

By Melinda McQueen - Melinda McQueen Design Interior Design Tools: 5 Tips Why You Need The Humble Notebook The Humble Notebook as an interior design tool would definitely be called old school, especially in this Hi Tech World we live in. It’s the humble notebook, but don’t underestimate the power of spending time cutting & pasting styles & pictures you like. In fact it can be addicting, much like Pinterest, but the notebook is a hard copy you can go back and revisit later. I can remember our design lecturer stating that the notebook is a perfect extension of your brain & memory...

General, Interior Design, Interior Design Magazines, Interiors Accessories, Latest News, Within The Pages /

Interior Design Magazines: Within The Pages of Belle June/July 2015 It's always exciting to look through Belle magazine, its style is always classic and elegant with a touch of modern thrown in. There are many products I love and I'm even drawn to the advertisements that are smoothly added through out! Nice to see. There are items that go on my wish list as Belle is definitely luxe shopping and this month does not disappoint, The best of 2015 Interior Design Awards winners revealed, Milano finds from Milan Design Week with lots of great ideas for my next renovation of a classic...

Black Book Diaries, Interior Design, Latest News, Renovation, Timber Flooring /

Interior Design: Black Book Listings - Outdoor Furniture, Timber, Homewares, Building Reference Heres is another list of great quality interior design online websites we've added to our directory. We've added beautiful outdoor furniture sites, amazing reclaimed timber suppliers, homewares, glass balustrades and shower screen companies, a comprehensive building quoting and advice resource you just have to see, furniture, bedding, online design news and industry associations. Again our listings come from Interior Designers Black Books. They can be small or large businesses all offering their own unique spin on the world of interior design, architecture, home improvements and renovation. You must click-through the links to...

General, Interior Design, Latest News, Lighting, Popular Posts, Renovation, Renovation Tips /

By Vicki Brereton - Decor Interior Style 5 Easy and Effective Projects To Increase Your Home’s Value Home renovation “reality” shows like The Block reveal just how much money can be made from a full-on property renovation. As a home renovator, you know that a well-thought-out overhaul of your property can have a massive impact on its value. But of course a big renovation project comes with big costs. Even less ambitious projects – like renovating your kitchen or bathroom – can cost anywhere from $10,000 up to $30,000. However there are a few simple and inexpensive changes you can make now to your...

Interior Design, Kitchen Designs, Latest News, Renovation, Start Here, Weekend Dreaming /

Kitchen Designs: Standout White Modern Kitchen Inspirations Nothing says modern and clean like a sleek white kitchen. Look through our selection of kitchen design inspiration. #designfabulous standout white modern kitchen inspirations Cut Paw Paw, Seddon - Andrew Maynard Architects. Images via Archilovers  The Envelope House by William Tozer Architects. Image via Architects Today Igloo House, Gdynia, 2013. Image via Archilovers Cottesloe - Barwon Head Residence by Altereco Design Image via Altereco Design Commercial fit out of Evans & Partners by Bates Smart Image via Bates Smart Courtyard House in Melbourne by Carr Design Group Image via Carr Design Group House by the sea by Architect Eduardo Villa Image via Villa and Villa Bellevue Hill house #pantry by Decus...

Black Book Diaries, General, Interior Design, Latest News, Renovation /

Interior Design: Black Book Listings - Children's Interiors, Artwork, Landscaping, Homewares & Bedding Have a look through this weeks quality interior design online websites we've added to our directory. We've added online artwork websites, children's interiors sites, stone, designer homes, timber flooring, landscaping businesses, bedding, decorative surfaces and great design stuff e-commerce sites. Again our listings come from Interior Designers Black Books. They can be small or large businesses all offering their own unique spin on the world of interior design, architecture, home improvements and renovation. You must click-through the links to check out the great businesses and what they offer. This week we added...

General, Interior Design, Interior Design Magazines, Latest News /

Interior Design Magazines: Within the Pages of June Real Living 2015 As we come into colder months in Australia rich dark tones in interiors come into play, cosy spaces and textures play beautifully together. This months magazine has a great collection of quilts and covers and a write-up on flooring solutions. Have a look through my 8 favourites I found WithIn The Pages of this months Real Living June 2015. If you like them let me know in the comments below.   These Walls - Hand painted Midnight Jade Cushion Oblica Suspended Fireplace for designer warmth Major Minor Sydney Gun Grey Quilt Cover Barnaby Lane - Smith...

DL Fav, Featured Posts, General, Interior Design, Latest News, Popular Posts, Popular Posts - Start Here, Start Here, Weekend Dreaming /

Interior Design: Weekend Dreaming 22 Amazing Relaxing Spaces With mother's day today the idea of relaxing is top of mind. A quite day would be lovely. Here's 22 relaxing spaces to think about. Cultiver - Linen Bedding She Sheds - Brit + Co - via Kust.nu Relaxing time in the bath - bath caddy The perfect hammock with tea lights Cape Town, South Africa The Perfect Chair - Egg Armchair One of several private pools at Como Shambhala Estate Bali Palm Beach Collection Candles With a special friend -Larimar Punta Cana Horizontal Shower Design Coffee and the internet - ideas time Bathroom design with separate sauna & shower Lazy about in a hammock - VT Wonen Six...

Weekend Dreaming /

At Design Library AU we love Pinterest and these are our 6 Pins of the Week. If you love them as much as we do Pin them!   A stair case with timber treads and white rails A collection of winter looks via The Home.com.au White kitchen via the interiorcollective.com Sunnylands centre and Gardens via archdaily.com Open air living by SAOTA Architects via Just The Design White kitchen with marble bench top via The Design Chaser   Come and join us over at Pinterest Enjoy!...

Interior Design, Interior Design Magazines, Latest News, Popular Posts, Popular Posts - Start Here, Within The Pages /

Within the Pages of April 2015 Belle Magazine is a review from elegant and classic designs of bedheads, herringbone tiles, copper consoles, furniture, wallpaper and a fantastic collection of Australian interior designers and architects that you really must see. Looking for a sophisticated look for your bathroom or kitchen designs then their 50 pages of inspirations is divinely put together. Look through my 7 favourites below WithIn The Pages of this months Belle Magazine April 2015 magazine.   Heatherly Design Linen Bedhead An elegant bedhead fully upholstered and covered in linen with simple buttoning.   Byzantine Design Tiles - Pietra Grey Herringbone A modern take on a...

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