Starting with a white shell Melbourne based stylist Aimee Tarulli of Archer Interiors has created a colourful retreat for all the family. I love how the artwork and accessories play against the clean lines of the contemporary home. Bright, bold and casually stylish. (Images: Home Beautiful Photography: Armelle Habib Styling: Julia Green of Greenhouse Interiors)

By Slovenian studio dekleva gregorič arhitekti.

Beauty and character. Sophistication and an effortless style. Comfort and elegance. Patina. Light. Calm. A simple backdrop for the perfect piece. Just words I’m tossing out there as I try to express how much I like this Greenwich Village Apartment by San Francisco based Katie Martinez Design.

Modern beach house living. A colour palette of sea and sand. Clean lined contemporary take on an endless summer of family and friends. Clovelly House by one of my favourite designers Brett Mickan Interior Design. Photography by Thomas Dalhoff.

Waiting. Longing. For cooler days. Until then I’ll dream that my backyard holds a cool and verdant surprise like this. Toorak Garden by Eckersley Garden Architecture.