We’ve moved from Sydney’s northern beaches to the inner city west, Annandale to be precise. A bright and fresh renovation of this Federation era semi but the surprise is in the small backyard. A plunge pool and cabana stepping up the sloping block. Clever. You’ll find me soaking in the pool if you pop round for an open for inspection. Grab me a wine will you? Link here while it lasts.

Welcome to a week of real estate stalking. Yes I dropped down the rabbit hole of real estate listings and came up with all sorts of gems. Big and small, high end and  just within reach (if anything is within reach in Australia’s still inflated housing market). Let’s start with this 1940’s beach house in Avalon, Sydney. Apparently the original owner carried each sandstone block from a nearby quarry. Love the neutral, relaxed vibe. A nice change from the blue and white often associated with beachside living. And if you like the chunky wooden furniture then check out Mark Tuckey‘s website or pop into Mark Tuckey. home. in person at Avalon Beach. Link here while it lasts.

I love when designers blog. I love to see inside their minds, the inspirations, the things they love. I love to know it all. I’m just nosey I guess. No not nosey. Curious as to where and why and how beauty is born. I have found myself lost in the pages of Sydney interior design duo Arent&Pyke‘s new blog In/Out. Seriously, seriously good. Go now. You won’t regret it. I’m hooked. I know you will be too.

To see more of their award winning Balmain East House (photographed by Tom Ferguson) and so much more you’ll have to click on over to the blog.

For the rest of the weekend you’ll find me here… in my dreams. Another fabulous space by designer and stylist Orietta Marcon of Civico Quattro.

It’s no secret that I like old houses. Old weatherboard houses with verandahs and tongue and groove walls tick my boxes particularly. Throw in a corrugated iron roof, a fabulous garden, dark timber floors and a sympathetic modern extension and I would be signing a contract quick smart. Stalking a charming old home in Queenscliff, Victoria. The various decks and the flow to the garden – wonderful! Pity I am only stalking and not actually moving in. (Check out the before photo the owners have included in the listing. The old girl has scrubbed up well!) Link here while it lasts.