METAL FRAMES

I attended Designex in Sydney earlier in the year, where the latest and greatest designs and products for interiors were showcased. I was particularly excited to find a metal fabricating company that makes the most amazing metal doors and windows. Not that chunky, shiny aluminum stuff. I'm talking the thin matte black variety you would normally find in Europe. Don't get me wrong, timber doors and windows are great. But when you see this sort of metal installation (which is quite rare), it will definitely impress. I particularly like it done on a kick arse scale - the taller the better. And this is where you are limited with timber - it can warp when used on a larger scale. Metal can be fabricated to pretty much any size and shape. If you're renovating or building, it's definitely worth checking out. 

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COLOURED DOORS

As I embark on the task of painting my front door yellow, it occurred to me that we've become more daring with exterior door colours but are still quite conservative when we step inside. Our internal doors tend to be painted some version of white. I've only encountered a handful of homeowners daring enough to put a bit of colour or pattern on their internal doors, and every time I'm excited by the look. Colour is not just limited to paint - don't dismiss wallpaper as a super option for door treatments. But if coloring the entire door is a step too far for you, perhaps consider painting the inner part of the door with a pop of colour. Instant cool status! 

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BEDHEADS

I've had some interesting discussions lately with people struggling to find just the right bed. They've been to all the usual suspects - the large furniture chains, homewares and department stores - but can't find what they're after. I'm a firm believer that if you can't find a bed you love, then stick to a mattress and base. Or, think outside the box! A bedhead repurposed from an old gate, fence palings or even pressed metal or wood carve panels can work a treat. Panel your entire wall with recycled timber or if you're crafty, grab some ply, string, tiles, mouldings or whatever else you fancy and start creating. Your imagination is the limit. And best of all, you'll have a unique, kick arse piece. 

Real Living magazine, April 2012. Photography: Maree Homer, Styling: Erin Michaels

Real Living magazine, April 2012. Photography: Maree Homer, Styling: Erin Michael

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