Often, we become so accustomed to the way things are that we overlook the potential for positive change within our living spaces. By reimagining layouts, we can breathe new life into our homes and create a space that truly reflects our evolving lifestyles and personalities. Consider the spaces in your home. Is there a disconnect between the spaces you have and the spaces you want? Is there a space that could be re-used or repurposed into something else? There are many ways you can utilise your space more effectively. A spare bedroom could become an office, a lounge room could become a dining r ..read more

By updating or re-arranging items around the home, you can refresh both your space and your mind. Sometimes when we feel stuck or like we are simply going through the motions, what we really need is a change. It doesn't always have to be a big change either - a simple refresh of your home can make a huge difference in our outlook. Declutter A clutter-free home instantly feels more spacious and inviting. Removing any clutter from your home will instantly make you feel refreshed, accomplished and inspired to continue with refreshing your space. A home office can often be a place where things are ..read more

With the cooler weather fast approaching, it is time to create some cosiness in your home. A few small changes will have you enjoying the extra time spent indoors. Add some throws Throws are a great way to add some comfort to your home. They add a cosy feel to your living spaces and can be very practical for those cooler nights. When not in use, they can be draped over the lounge to add some colour and warmth. Swap your Cushions This is a great, low-cost option to refresh your space. Cushions add texture to a cosy home and replacing them as the season changes can bring a new, fresh look to the ..read more

Enhancing you health could be found by making some simple swaps around your home. We know that we spend the majority of our time in our homes and that our environment can affect both our mental and physical health, but we often don't realise the extent that making some healthy changes around the home could help improve our wellbeing. I have been buying healthy, natural, eco and organic products for the home for many, many years now and have been fascinated to watch the growth of the wellness industry over the past 15 years or so. I had the privilege of walking beside a family member during a l ..read more

Are you a woman who scribbles your thoughts into a journal from time to time? I am. I am certainly not a daily writer, but I have noticed I do gravitate towards this useful activity during times of hardship, or during life transitions, or especially if I feel like I am at a crossroads and I’m working through the options of which way I might turn next. I find writing down how I feel and what my thoughts are helps me to process my feelings and thoughts. Do you know what I mean? I’m sure you probably do, and even if you are not one to put pen to paper, you might ponder things too, or jot down ide ..read more

Reminds me of the Robbie Williams song, “Have You Met Miss Jones, haha.” Some women who are going through a life transition such as divorce, loss of a partner, an empty nest, or starting over again feel it’s time they reinvent themselves in some way. They may have fallen into a bit of a rut, or a pattern they now want to change. Other women are ready to express themselves, but don’t feel bold enough to step into who they might be. It’s common to have lost a lot of confidence along the way. I know I did. It is a common phenomenon for women to lose themselves. We are naturally givers and carers ..read more

As women our identities can change multiple times over our lifespan. Sometimes for wonderful reasons, like marriage or motherhood. Sometimes for tragic reasons, like dealing with the grief of divorce or loss of a loved one. All these experiences make us who we are today. Our lived experiences shape us and can teach us so much. There have been so many transformations in my life through many difficult life circumstances. I became both a coach and designer because of these changes, to be able to support women that are going through the same battles as I have. We are told that marriage should last ..read more

Do you agree? For many years I have had an interest in and passion for promoting a holistic approach to health and the link between people’s health and wellbeing and their home environment. I have been exploring this topic more closely over recent weeks and have found that there is a lot of evidence that demonstrates good design can have a positive impact on our health. This principle in the design literature is known as Design Harmony and incorporates multiple facets of design including chromatherapy, neuroaesthetics, and biophilic design which is a design technique that strives to increase h ..read more

Spring has arrived and now is a great time to start thinking about springing into action (ha-ha) and giving your home a freshen up. Following the Winter months, you’ll find dust has accumulated, air quality has become more stagnant and respiratory health can suffer. So Spring is the perfect time to dust off the cobwebs, clean out the clutter and bring new life into the home. But sometimes it can be difficult to know where to start! So I’ve put together a few suggestions to get you started: 1. Start with one Pick one room, or task, or change that you’d like to make. It might be one area of the ..read more

1. Ensure you select non-slip floor tiles 2. Keep plumbing in the same place if your budget cannot stretch to a re-arrange 3. Ensure you include adequate storage in the shower, by the bath and in or near the vanity 4. Consider installing underfloor heating, heated towel rails, room heating 5. Select lighting that is rated as safe for bathrooms and wet/steamy areas 6. Choose a wall mounted sink for small rooms 7. Stick with one main colour if you want the room to look bigger, and add interest with tile texture 8. Boxing in a cistern looks neat and provides a shelf above 9. Find a great tiler/b ..read more