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7NEWS
2 hours ago
- 7NEWS
The three interiors trends you'll be seeing in homes across Australia this year
When it comes to homewares, for a long time in Australia it's been all about classic neutrals, white and a light, bright, coastal feel. But those with a penchant for something with a little more personality will love the fact that Australia's largest online furniture and homewares retailer Temple & Webster is seeing a shift towards something a little more colourful and bold. In the store's very first 'trend report', Temple & Webster have found three major design movements set to transform Aussie homes: Mix and Max, Past Forward and Sumptuous Sanctuaries. The report, informed by millions of customer interactions and shopping behaviours, identifies a significant shift towards bold self-expression, nostalgic comfort and wellness-focused living spaces. 'We're seeing Australians become more confident in their design choices, moving away from safe matchy-matchy interiors and towards spaces that truly reflect their personality,' Director of Insights and Trends Lucy Sutherland tells Best Picks. 'At the same time, there's a strong desire for homes that actively support well-being and provide respite from our fast-paced world.' Below, Best Picks reveals the three trends set to dominate Aussie homes, and the top buys to invest in for each. Mix and Max The first trend set to dominate spaces has been dubbed Mix and Max. Taking inspiration from high fashion's maximalist approach, the Mix and Max trend embraces bold colour clashes, unexpected pattern collaborations and sculptural furniture pieces. Think wavy furniture (increased by 29 per cent), boucle beds (increased by 286 per cent) and patterned accessories (increased by 23 per cent). As a lover of cosy cottage style, I am a big fan of mix and max as a concept. My recent investment, the Braden Coffee Table (currently $699), is the perfect epitome of the style, thanks to its patterned top, mosaic finish and gold base. But there is plenty of inspiration on Temple & Webster, like the Paloma Boucle Bed (from $599) or the stunning Darvin Striped Armchair (currently $309.99). One of the store's most popular Mix and Max buys of the moment is the Lilly Lamp (currently $89.99), which has a beautiful glossy base and natural raffia shade. Another top seller is the wavy Milos Mirror (currently $299.99), which makes the perfect modern infusion to any space. Past Forward The second trend set to dominate has been dubbed 'Past Forward', and this reimagines 70s and 80s aesthetics throguh a contemporary lens. In this vein, merlot-coloured furniture sales have increased by 32 per cent, while searches for walnut timber pieces have risen by 95 per cent and in particular walnut coffee tables (115 per cent). Top sellers in this capacity include the Torsby Desk ($349.99) and the Marilyn Merlot Coffee Table ($599). Others are also loving the Orlena Framed Velvet Cushions ($39.99), which are available in a series of colours including olive green, cinnamon, neutral and blue. The Bahamas Bar Cart ($299.99) is also a perfect nod to the past that shoppers are rushing to snap up. Sumptuous Sanctuaries Wellness has been growing and growing in recent times, and it shows no signs of abating any time soon. With this in mind, the Sumptuous Sanctuaries homewares trend is all about creating luxury restorative spaces through natural materials, curved shapes and coloured palettes. Research uncovered by Temple and Webster uncovered that some 57 per cent of Aussies feel the need to create a reflective space at home. Swivel armchairs, for instance, have increased in searches by 185 per cent, while marble and travertine product sales have increased by 25 per cent. Highlights on the Temple & Webster website right now include the store's Viola sconces ($139.99), the on-sale Lennox side table ($179.99) and the Klein Dining Chairs ($249.99). 'These trends reflect broader cultural shifts,' Lucy Sutherland concludes. 'Mix and max reflects our growing confidence in personal expression, Past Forward taps into our need for emotional comfort during uncertain times and Sumptuous Sanctuaries responds to the wellness movement and our understanding that our environment directly impacts our mental health.'
News.com.au
5 hours ago
- News.com.au
Modscape modular farmhouse built to last in Barrabool Hills
Early adopters of the modular home movement have listed a custom Barrabool Hills farmhouse that blends prefabricated architectural design with commanding rural views. The modern four-bedroom residence was constructed off site by Modscape and transported to the couple's 40ha Gnarwarre farm in several sections, shaving months off the traditional build time. With retirement beckoning, the vendors are now preparing to farewell 650 Pollocksford Rd, Gnarwarre, and its expansive vista over Mt Buninyong, the Brisbane Ranges and the You Yangs. Farm stacks up in search for tax breaks They also leave behind the legacy of improved biodiversity and privacy after planting 3000 native trees along a gully and rejuvenating paddocks at their working cattle farm. HF Richardson, Newtown agent Matt Poustie is calling for expressions of interest in the premium lifestyle property by September 2. Price hopes are $4.3m to $4.6m. Mr Poustie said while the architect-designed modular home may have been erected quickly, much time had gone into selecting the perfect site to maximise its northerly aspect and protection from the prevailing winds. 'It's got a beautiful vista from the west all the way around to the east – it sits due north – and it sits very high on the knoll of a hill and you can't see any houses from there,' he said. 'You can see trees, paddocks, all the farms that are a way in the distance. It's gorgeous.' Floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the setting in the main bedroom suite and central open-plan living area that occupy the home's largest pavilion. The other wing is home to a second lounge, two minor bedrooms and a study, while a stand-alone self-contained studio caters for guests. Mr Poustie said modular designs of this quality didn't come cheap, but offered great longevity, particularly in exposed environments like farms or along the coast. Luxury prefabricated homes have become increasingly popular in bushfire prone areas like Wye River where steep sites present a challenge for traditional steel construction. 'They take on average, from design all the way through to build, is probably only a six-month journey depending on how many tweaks you make,' Mr Poustie said. 'Then they have to have the right day to install and from dropping it on site and finishing all the pluming and everything you are at lockup in something like two days. 'That means no water comes into the house, unlike the normal property which sits there and gets soaked … it's precision and it's controlled so they don't tend to make mistakes.' The new owners of the Gnarwarre property will also get to enjoy a salt chlorinated swimming pool and farm improvements, including extensive shedding and quality stock-proof fencing.
SBS Australia
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- SBS Australia
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