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Holidays for me are all about tropical locations with constant dips in the ocean and drinking coconuts between massages. While my latest trip to Thailand was all these things and more, it did have to come to an end and coming back to this cooler weather has been difficult. So apart from “missing” your flight […]

After some recent trips down to Melbourne seeking out the new and exciting items available to the design industry through various trade shows, the design team also left some time to explore this wonderful city. We’re sharing our favourite spaces and places to stay, eat, drink and of course shop! STAY: Coppersmith Hotel Away from the […]

We have an ongoing love affair with the Pampa brand, and caught up with them last weekend to go through their gorgeous new collection of rugs, all of which are lovingly handmade in Argentina. For some of the team it was the first time we were exposed to the inimitable charms of Vicky and Carl […]

Described as the ‘performance of a picnic’ Dîner en Blanc is one of our favourite events that enfolds around the world. Requiring a dash of spontaneity, the fete that originated in Paris manages to bring together friends and strangers all decked in white, at a secret location. This all began in 1988 when Francois Pasquier planned […]

With the last days of summer just behind us and three busy children (2, 11 and 13) in my house, my mind is turning to all of the things I MEANT to do with them this summer and didn’t.  So we’ve come up with a plan so we don’t miss out on exciting adventures over the […]

As the summer months have closed in and before daylight savings ends my quest for a weekend away in the great outdoors (minus the actual fuss) has lead me to Seal Rocks and the new ‘glamping’ set up by Simple Pleasures Camping Co. ABOUT THE CAMPSITE Situated on  stunning Myall Lake at Seal Rocks, this […]

Seeking Serenity In Bali Recently I was presented with the opportunity to fly round trip to Bali for less than $200, and who says no to that?! I first traveled to Bali in 2010 and looked forward to experiencing this magical place again. I headed to spiritual Bali over Easter and was seeking a different […]

It’s that time of year where we’re all chasing the last days of summer, and what better way to do that than one of our favorite spots, Byron Bay. Owner of The Designory and OTTONN Group, Melissa, took her family for a getaway in the school holiday break. They spent their time tracking down great […]

Cuba is confusing! Your mind is perplexed as soon as you arrive in the Jose Marti Airport – it’s like the 1930’s with 1960’s style updates. The humidity hits you in the face and as you wait for your bags for over an hour you wonder what the hell you’ve just signed up for. But […]