7 Last minute Christmas gift ideas based on Pantone Colour of the Year 2022
Celebrating Pantone’s Colour of the Year Very Peri, we have put together a shopping list for your last minute Christmas gifts.
Pantone colour of the year 2022 (and what makes Pantone special)
Displaying a carefree confidence and a daring curiosity that animates our creative spirit, Pantone’s colour of the year for 2022 is meant to help us embrace this altered landscape of possibilities.
5 of our favourite interior trends from The Block 2021
With The Block wrapped up for another year, we thought we’d dive into some of our favourite interior trends that popped up this season. No drama, no tears, just pure interiors talk.
6 renovation lessons from The Block 2021
The Block 2021 auction results can have some of us scratching our heads – after all, the contestants that won consistent praise with the judges seemed to do the worst when it came to bidding time. And while we all know a reality TV show doesn’t really reflect a real-life renovation, there are some lessons to be had.
4 things to focus on when renovating to sell
With current travel bans and snap lockdowns, people want a home that they can utilise for both down time and work. Homebuyers are looking for truly multi-functional properties – and those of us who would normally spend their savings on things like overseas holidays are taking the opportunity to upgrade to a better home. Here are some of the main things you should focus on when renovating to sell.
4 reasons to use natural stone in your home
Our studio is a big believer in using natural stone. Not only does it offer a sense of authenticity, but it can also contribute to the colour texture and value of a property. Plus, there are plenty of different types of stone, so there’s no shortage of choices. In case you missed it, last time we did a write up on some of our favourite types of natural stone. This time we’re continuing with the stone theme to give you four reasons to consider natural stone in your home.
6 types of natural stone to consider for your home
What do the Roman colosseum, the statue of David and Australia’s parliament house have in common? They’re all built using natural stone. Natural stone has been the premium building material of choice since, well, pretty much forever. Quarried from rock beds formed over millions of years, it can be easy to see how natural stone has made its way into countless residential and commercial settings over the centuries.
7 pieces of furniture that celebrate texture
Here at Concept DCF, we love texture. From the boldest eclectic ensembles to the most subdued neutral palettes, every interior needs texture. That’s why it’s one of the most important elements in interior design – so important, in fact, that we wrote about it back in 2019. Incorporating texture goes a long way in making a space look and feel complete. Here are 7 of our favourite furniture additions for adding that delectable texture to your interior.
3 steps to pull off a monochromatic interior
Contrary to popular belief, monochromatic colour schemes do not just refer to black and white interiors. The word monochrome is made up of two words; the word mono, which means single, and the word chrome, which means colour, or coloured matter. So, essentially, monochromatic palettes are those that utilise varying tones of a single colour.
7 swoon-worthy sofas for your home
Now, you may be wondering why on earth we’d choose to do a write up on our favourite sofas if we Melbournians have just been released from lockdown. After all, isn’t being inside the last thing we’d want to do? On the contrary, we believe upping your couch game is always a good idea. After all, where will you plonk yourself after all that wining, dining and catching up with friends?
7 bathroom trends we’re crushing on in 2021
With the second half of the year now in full swing, we wanted to share some of our favourite bathroom trends for the year. We’re not talking soon-to-be-outdated bathroom tech or churn-and-burn type trends. Here are the bathroom additions that are sure to transform your bathroom into a beautiful and timeless space.
5 ways to add curves and arches to your interior
While boxy edges and clean lines may still have their place in interiors, we’re very happy about the fact that curves have taken over the interiors world. Unlike the hard, masculine lines of straight edges, curves are all about elegance, energy and balancing modern and feminine vibes. Here’s how you can incorporate this beautiful and timeless design element into your own interior.
3 new exhibitor highlights from Melbourne Gift Fair
Labelled ‘the season’s essential gift and homewares trade exhibition’, the AGHA Melbourne Gift Fair is back 31 July – 4 August. With so many events been cancelled due to Covid-19 (including the Sydney version of the Gift Fair), we’re crossing fingers and toes that we will get to see this one live in action.
5 ways to create a winter-proof bedroom this season
Ah, winter – it brings to mind sipping mugs of hot chocolate in thick knitted sweaters while sitting next to crackling fireplaces and watching the snowflakes fall on snow-capped trees. For those of us in Melbourne, we may get away with hot chocolate by a fireplace, but that glittering snow may just have to be replaced with drizzles of freezing rain and grey, overcast days. Here’s how to style your bedroom for the winter.
4 steps to choosing the perfect white for your interior
There are endless shades of white, and that’s why finding the perfect white for your interior can be such a challenge. Given that spaces, lighting, personal preferences and even moods all vary, there are many factors to consider when settling on a particular white.
How to enjoy a stylish and pet-friendly home
Many of us will agree that snuggling up with a furbaby is one of life’s greatest pleasures. As it happens, Australia has one of the highest pet ownership rates in the work. Almost two-thirds of us have a pet today – a number that has no doubt skyrocketed with the events of the past year.
And while the benefits are many, sharing your house with a playful pooch or sleepy cat comes with its own set of challenges. One of these is how to make your interior work for both you and your pet.
7 Melbourne-made wares to spruce up your interior during lockdown
Rather than focus on the current lockdown, we’ve decided to take this opportunity to highlight some of our favourite Melbourne companies that help make interiors fabulous.
Mid-century home inspiration from Modernism Week 2021
Since 2006, Modernism Week has been throwing a spotlight on the mid-century beauty of American aesthetics. We share our top picks for giving your home some American mid-century flair.
3 easy steps to improving wellness at home
It’s no secret that this past year has been one of unprecedented change. Since the first lockdowns last year, most facets of daily life were turned upside down. From home schooling to working from home, almost 50 per cent of us have been spending more time at home than ever before (and we’re guessing that statistic is even higher here in Victoria). And that’s not likely to change anytime soon. For this reason, it has never been more important that our home is not just a practical and functional, but also healthy.
5 Australian artists we are crushing on right now
Here at Concept DCF, we live and breathe all things creative. And with Melbourne Design Week currently on until 5 April, we’re celebrating with a spotlight of our five favourite Aussie creatives right now.