Articles by Georgia Madden

Limited mobility, vision and agility can play a big role in how much someone enjoys and uses an outdoor space, but a lot can be done to make a home landscape more hospitable to older adults. We spoke with Evette Moran, designer of the award-winning ga…

Pendants, uplights, downlights, LEDs — are you confused by all the options out there in kitchen lighting when it comes to creating the illumination you need to prep, cook and dine? We’ve asked lighting expert Ben Mills to explain the different lightin…

Design professionals, who field the same questions from clients day after day, know that a little upfront knowledge on the part of homeowners goes a long way in smoothing the construction process. Here, designer Stephanie O’Donohue of smarterBathrooms…

Choosing beautiful finishes and fixtures for your new kitchen is one thing, but if you get the layout wrong, it won’t function as well as you want it to. Houzz Australia asked three design experts to reveal the 10 most common layout errors that kitche…

Putting in a new bathroom isn’t cheap, so you’ll want to be sure that it delivers. Although that striking freestanding tub or statement tile may make your heart beat a little faster, it’s the layout that largely determines how well the space works. Ho…

If you’re redoing your bathroom, choosing a new vanity is likely to be high on your to-do list. You’ll want whatever you pick to be practical and functional, but it’s also an opportunity to add a little character to your space. We’ve gathered 34 disti…

Sage green is experiencing something of a resurgence as interiors embrace all things soothing and nature-inspired. The wonderfully calming hue sits between mint and greige. It’s also an incredibly versatile color that works in just about every spot in…

In this Q&A interview, Joanna Ross, general manager of design at Australian home fashions company Sheridan, reveals everything you need to know about bed sheets to help you find the right set and keep it looking fabulous for years to come. …

With summer right around the corner, our focus is once again on outdoor areas. Stained and dirty exterior brickwork and pavers are not only an eyesore, but they can be a real slip hazard too. We asked Elizabeth McIntyre, CEO of Think…