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A good night’s sleep begins with these relaxation-inducing accessories

Bedroom basics for a serene space, from a luxe duvet to autumn-appropriate sleepwear and a chic carafe.

  • Georgie Gordon

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Centre photograph courtesy of Cadrys’ Steve Cordony collection

French Provincial interiors are having a moment. Here’s how to make them look modern

For a contemporary take on French provincial style think soft tones, well-crafted pieces and a touch of rustic appeal.

  • Georgie Gordon
Centre photograph courtesy of Wattyl.

The trick to making any room feel instantly more inviting is to add these fibres and textures

Elements borrowed from nature – from organic materials to woody scents – create a warm and welcoming space.

  • Georgie Gordon
Centre photograph courtesy of HKLiving.

This gentle colour is a secret weapon to softening any room

One of fashion’s favourite shades this season – in everything from marshmallow to dusty rose – is equally appealing for the home.

  • Georgie Gordon
Centre photograph courtesy of Sheridan.

The best cushions and throws to cuddle up as the weather cools

An autumn update calls for cushions, textured rugs and cosy throws in an array of caramel and chocolate tones.

  • Georgie Gordon
Photography by Maree Homer from Everyday Joy (Hardie Grant) by Kate Nixon

These winning home pieces all have one significant thing in common

We celebrate the female founders leading the way in everything from floristry to furniture design.

  • Georgie Gordon
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Banish beige by drenching your home in Mexican inspired homewares

Bring joy to your home with patterned textiles, vibrant wall art and hand-crafted pieces that are anything but boring.

  • Georgie Gordon

Am I being precious about how to use my tea towel?

Everyone should honour the tea towel, advises our Modern Guru, noting that its 18th-century origins did not embrace spill-blotting or fly-swatting.

  • Danny Katz
Centre photograph courtesy of Ferm Living

These playroom pieces will become your family’s new heirlooms

Fill your kid’s space with hard-working pieces and a touch of whimsy, like a clever rotating bookcase and a cosy illustrated throw.

  • Georgie Gordon
The kind of colourful and completely unrealistic fridge that is popular on social media, here shown by the account “hellonutritarian”.

I’m a decluttering expert. Here’s what you’re doing wrong. (It starts with the fridge)

My job isn’t rocket surgery, and to some sceptics, it’s a joke. But for most of my clients, overwhelm is real, and someone to lead, strategically guide and teach them is a godsend.

  • Lissanne Oliver