Create Extraordinary
Style Inspiration Guide
CREATE EXTRAORDINARY
This is the moment where your home really starts to feel like yours. From the facade to the finest details, it’s all about expressing your personal style.
Every journey is unique, just like every home we create. Every detail reflects your dream — and we’re here to make it happen. Our Style Inspiration Guide will spark your creativity and make your design journey simple, smooth and enjoyable.
Let's bring your dream home to life.
Our Philosophy
The value that Australia places in ‘home’ is undeniable. Home defines you, because it’s about more than where you live, it’s about how you live.
Australia isn’t one single entity – it’s a collection of cultural differences. A beautiful melting pot where each generation tries to belong as fiercely as the last. And because belonging looks completely different to all of us, ‘home’ will always look different too.
Beyond what they look like, what unifies all homes is how they’re grown into. How life is lived in them. Because a house isn’t made to be like those that have come before – it’s built by the person inside. It’s shaped by their needs, their dreams, and their habits. This is what makes their home unique.
For over 75 years, we haven’t decided the shape these homes take – you have. We’ve just helped build them. As Australia has changed, we’ve helped how the Australian home has changed. And while what we build will always be in motion, the one thing that will always stay the same, are the reasons why. High quality and affordable homes, for every dream.
Lookbook Styles It’s Time to Get Inspired
Whether it’s timeless trends re-imagined through a contemporary lens or new, innovative styles arriving on our shores – there’s a whole world of interior design at your fingertips right here in our Simonds Gallery. So come inside, and let’s start exploring.
Every Fixture. Every Finish. Perfectly You.
At Simonds, we believe that new home inspiration is all around us – from the cities we live in to the natural colours, textures and landscapes of the outside world. But while there might be inspiration at every turn, if we had to begin somewhere, this lookbook curated by our team of interior designers is the perfect place to start.
So, what's your style?
It can be hard to put a name to your personal interior style, but start sifting through these 10 beautiful styles curated by our interior designers and you'll soon be able to recognise it.
1. Modern
2. Hamptons
3. Contemporary 4. Provincial-Chic
5. Mid-Century
6. Moditerranean
7. Minimalist
8. Modern Farmhouse
9. Urban
10. Palm Springs
Welcome to MODERN
Modern interior design is clean, calming, and monochromatic. It eliminates unnecessary ornamentation, favouring minimalist furniture and integrated features like smart home technology. Layer a base palette of white, grey, black or beige and feature bold accent colours to create sophisticated and visually striking spaces.
The Modern Moodboard
Modern homes often include materials that are streamlined and consistent and don’t distract from the coherent feel and look of the space. No matter the material you choose, you can always find beautiful simplicity in its texture and detail.
ALYCE, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Kitchen
Benchtops
Think about how you can create contrast and bring hints of organic texture to your surfaces with the marbled veins of a stone benchtop.
Cabinetry
Flat-panel cabinetry in a matte or satin finish, a concealed rangehood, and a limited use of handles combine for a Modern inspired kitchen.
Fixtures
Strong accents of matte black, brass or brushed nickel come into play, enhancing a modern monochromatic palette.
Lighting
Illuminate your Modern space with lighting that has an architectural, slimline feel. That could mean sleek track lighting, surface mounted downlights or sophisticated pendant lighting.
Splashbacks
From continuing your stone benchtop up to your splashback to chic finger tiles or a streamlined subway, there's a world of tiles to consider when keeping with the Modern theme.
Bathroom & Laundry
Bath and shower
Modern bathroom design is all about approachable luxury. Extended showers, tiled seats and practical niches are all favourite features. Incorporating a focal point, such as a freestanding bath, helps to create a sophisticated but tranquil sanctuary.
Mirrors
To match the silhouettes found in your vanity, basins and even your shower and bath, an oversized rectangular mirror finishes your space beautifully and allows light to bounce around the space.
Tiles
Floor to ceiling tiles are a common feature of Modern design. Our tip? The larger the tiles, the fewer grout lines you have, which creates a greater sense of openness and space in your bathroom.
Vanity
Continue your flat panel cabinetry from your kitchen to your floating vanity and laundry benchtop for a sleek and streamlined look. Incorporate square above or below counter basins to mirror the edges of your vanity.
Flooring
Timber flooring using wide boards is preferred over patterned flooring in Modern design. Large format floor tiles make the space feel larger and simplified with fewer grout lines, while rectified and polished edges to tiles will give a more seamless and Modern look.
Stairs
Sleek glass balustrading and an open design are all common features of a Modern inspired staircase. Voids above the staircase and concealed joins are the finer details that elevate this look.
Textures and styling
While Modern design is characterised by surfaces that are hard and dark, the space is expertly softened and given a homely feel with cosy fabrics such as wool and boucle featured across furniture, rugs and throws.
Alfresco
Modern design heroes clean lines, and the alfresco space is no different. Blur the lines between the inside and outside with a simple use of streamline stacking doors.
Bricks
A Modern facade is all about the use of mixed materials. From cladding to render and of course, brick. Stick to monochromatic tones, with a clean and smooth finish.
Cladding
Exterior cladding is a great tool to highlight a Modern facade's geometric silhouette, while featuring wide panels delivers an urban and architectural edge.
Roof
You'll typically find flat or skillion style rooflines in Modern facade architecture, while clean lines, simplicity and functional materials take centre stage.
Welcome to HAMPTONS
Dreaming of those breezy, coastal feels? Then Hamptons style is your go-to, blending relaxed luxury with light and airy spaces, natural textures and a timeless coastal palette of neutral tones such as creamy whites, soft greys, cosy beiges and undertones of blue. It’s tranquil, elegant and here to stay on Australian shores.
The Hamptons
Moodboard
Natural light, neutral colours, and natural materials like wood, linen, basket weaves and rattan are great textures and fibres to enhance Hamptons decor. Hamptons can also be paired with coastal styling for a retreat look and feel.
MOLLY, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Kitchen
Benchtops
A large island becomes the focal point of any Hamptons kitchen, complete with a classic white marble or veined stone. Including boxed ends and profiles around the island further enhances the look.
Cabinetry
Classic shaker style and glass front cabinetry is a must for any Hamptons-inspired kitchen. Keep your cabinetry neutral or add hues of rich navy for a nod to traditional Hamptons design.
Fixtures
Beautiful brass, matte black, brushed nickel or polished chrome fittings and fixtures are the best place to start. When choosing hardware, classic knobs or cup handles enhance the profile of your cabinetry.
Lighting
Oversized pendants above the kitchen island made from glass, rattan or industrial-look metal speak to the Hamptons style and provide functional task lighting.
Splashback
Continue your marbled stone up the walls or incorporate subway tiles in a traditional brick or elegant herringbone pattern to create subtle interest. A window splashback is also a beautiful way to flood your Hamptons kitchen with natural light and brighten your space.
HAMPTONS
Bathroom & Laundry
Bath
Hamptons design typically features curved edges, and the bathtub is no different. For a classic touch, include a stunning, white freestanding bath and you'll have a beautiful oasis in no time.
Mirrors
Curves come into play here and arched, circular or oval mirrors should be top of your list. Ornate framed feature mirrors can be a showstopper in this space.
Tiles
Patterned, encaustic tiles are a hallmark of Hamptons design. Keep them as floor tiles or carry them up to your splashback for a beautiful feature. Alternatively, a herringbone pattern delivers a luxurious finish.
Vanity
Continue the theme of marbled stone and shaker style cabinetry from your kitchen, even choosing to incorporate navy or light blue hues for a pop of colour. Circular, above counter basins finish your Hamptonsinspired bathroom beautifully.
Flooring
Chevron or herringbone patterned timber flooring is a popular choice for main flooring. To simplify the look, wide timber boards are becoming increasingly popular. Soften the boards with cream and light toned wool pile carpet. Accent your space with the natural woven fibres of jute or sisal for your rugs.
Joinery
Built-in joinery gives your Hamptons living space plenty of character. Think about including built-in buffets and side tables, daybeds and bookcases in your chosen shade of white for a homely heart of your home.
Lighting
Ornamental lighting, detailed pendants and wall sconces are a popular design choice in Hamptons. Style your space further with accent lighting such as floor and table lamps.
HAMPTONS
External
Accents and trimming
A Hamptons facade isn't complete without the use of timber detailing and trims with a subtle contrast. Think about how your window panes, porch pillars, fascias and gutters can create interest to your weatherboard exterior and accentuate your gable roofline.
Cladding
Nothing is more quintessentially Hamptons than a weatherboard exterior painted in a coastal-inspired colour scheme, whether that be all white, soft greys or muted pastels. Stackstone cladding on base pillars also enhances the facade, adding texture and a sense of depth.
Roof
Hamptons-inspired facades are charaterised by a gable roofline which expertly enhances the nautical feel. Complete the look with a steel or tiled roof in a contrasting colour to your weatherboard cladding.
Welcome to CONTEMPORARY
If you’ve got your eye on Contemporary, you’re all about sophisticated vibes. Defined by clean lines, a refined colour palette and alluring accents, Contemporary interior design is both of the ‘now’ and a modern aesthetic embodying a timeless effect. This is one of the most versatile of styles and often fused with other styles.
Contemporary is the most versatile of styles and a fan favourite. This style is easily incorporated with coastal and organic vibes giving a fusion of some of our favourites.
MADELINE, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
The Contemporary Moodboard
Kitchen
Cabinetry
For a Contemporary look, incorporate flat panel base cabinetry with open shelving instead of overheads. This expertly boosts the airy and open feel of your kitchen.
Benchtops
In keeping with the Contemporary aesthetic, stone benchtops of a neutral colour and with subtle veining will be your go-to.
Fixtures
Brass, chrome or brushed nickel tapware all work well with the pared back, organic palette of Contemporary.
Lighting
Lighting in Contemporary kitchens blends form and function, often featuring sleek pendant lights, recessed LED fixtures, and under-cabinet illumination to create a bright, inviting, and highly functional space.
Splashbacks
For your splashback, take a finger or vertical subway tile in your neutral colour scheme for a sophisticated finish that accentuates the height of your space.
Bathroom & Laundry
Lighting
A Contemporary bathroom should feel spalike, and strip lighting behind your mirror is a great way to enhance the glow of your room.
Mirrors
Contemporary design showcases gentle and organic curves, and an oversized circular mirror enhances this sense of movement.
Tiles
Your neutral palette will be key to keeping your Contemporary theme. A weathered texture or subtle veining to your floor and wall tiles accentuates the organic feel, while a feature wall in a subtle contrast helps to instil a sense of openness.
Vanity
Incorporate flat panel cabinetry into your floating vanity, completing the space with the rounded edges of above counter basins and matching tapware.
Flooring
Wide board timber flooring and large format tiles instil a sense of openness and declutter your space. To add warmth, comfort and to subtly zone your areas, utilise textured rugs.
Lighting
Bringing feature pendant lighting to large, open spaces helps to add warmth and depth. As an effective way to create a focal point in a room, you'll find these commonly featured in dining areas and voids. Sleek wall sconces are also becoming increasingly popular, predominantly for their role in highlighting the beauty of the 'in-between' spaces throughout a Contemporary home.
Textures and styling
Contemporary can often incorporate a fusion of styles, weaving organic, coastal and bohemian elements together. Accent features such as artwork, eclectic artefacts and bespoke furniture assist in blending Contemporary with your fusion style of choice.
External
Entry and windows
Feature entry doors create a stunning entrance to any new home. Mirror the materials and detailing found inside your home to create a cohesive feel from start to finish. Taller and wider windows and doors add grandeur, especially to a Contemporary home characterised by free-flowing, open-plan spaces.
Lighting
Enhance your home's architectural silhouette and all-round street presence with well-planned landscape lighting and perfectly positioned wall sconces.
Materials
Mixed materials enhance the look of the Contemporary facade. Often, combinations of bricks, render and styles of cladding help to create visual presence and depth to the exterior of your home. Your colour palette can feature either high or low contrast colours, but it's important to consider how the shades are impacted by varying degrees of sunlight throughout different parts of the day.
Welcome to PROVINCIAL-CHIC
Blending masculine silhouettes with feminine detailing, Provincial-Chic is a sophisticated and traditional design style reimagined with modern elements for a fresh, elegant look. Inviting and functional, it focuses on rich, natural materials, muted colour palettes and classic ornamentation.
To enhance this style, use natural materials such as wood and stone, complemented by architectural elements like ornate detailing and wainscoting, paired with a soft colour palette in warm tones.
INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
MIEKA,
The Provincial-Chic Moodboard
Kitchen
Benchtops
A beautiful, marbled stone benchtop brings old world style to your kitchen. With plenty of space to cook, prep and entertain, be prepared for your kitchen island to be the focal point.
Cabinetry
In Provincial-Chic inspired kitchens, you'll find settler-profile cabinetry often in hues of crisp, antique white.
Fixtures
Antique or vintage-inspired knobs or decorative handles do the trick, while polished chrome or brushed nickel tapware suits the traditional palette.
Lighting
Not a style to shy away from intricate detailing or ornamentation, think about a rustic statement pendant to add above your kitchen island. It will provide task lighting and bring out the best in the veins and swirls of your marble benchtop.
Splashbacks
Nothing says luxury quite like continuing your marbled stone benchtop up into the splashback. Alternatively, consider a marblelook finger or mosaic tile for a cost-effective option that fuses old-world charm with modern appeal.
Bathroom & Laundry
Bath and shower
Grandeur takes centre stage in a ProvincialChic inspired bathroom. Creating a focal point with a beautiful, curved freestanding bathtub is an easy place to start.
Vanity
Settler profile cabinetry to your floating vanity along with below counter basins and classic tapware will never go astray in your Provincial-Chic space.
Lighting
Whether it's through a statement pendant or chandelier, or through soft sheer curtains, Provincial-Chic is all about bringing a sense of romanticism to your space.
Tiles
This is where we call upon beautiful marbled mosaic or herringbone patterns in a neutral palette to bring the elegance, while large format, stone floor tiles are the ideal choice to continue the rustic grandeur.
Living
Window furnishings
Whether they're found in your living, formal lounge or master bedroom, thicker style drapes speak to French-inspired style. Combine with sheers for a touch of romanticism.
Textures and styling
Dark wood stains, plush wools, boucle fabrics and marbled surfaces have all emerged as key elements of Provincial-Chic. From a design perspective, a beautifully positioned fireplace, a decorative staircase and a vintage framed mirror serve as stunning focal points.
Flooring
To exude old European luxury, a darker timber or even herringbone style flooring is your way to achieving the Provincial-Chic look and feel.
Cladding and render
Whilst brick is often kept at a minimum on a Provincial-inspired facade, you will see a chic use of cladding and render that typically contrasts against the darker roof.
Lighting
Wall sconces cascading across the front of your facade will be your best frienddelivering the luxurious finishing touches to the high-end look and feel.
Roof
Taking inspiration from the chateaus scattered across the French countryside, expect to find a pitched or mansard style roofline that features darker tiles with a curved profile.
Windows and entrance
Provincial-Chic street style begins with symmetry. A grand central entry becomes the focal point, flanked by tall windows on either side. Detailed cornices and wrought iron balconies are also key features.
Welcome to MID-CENTURY
Step into the world of Mid-Century design, where gentle curves, organic textures, and natural hues evoke a laidback atmosphere. Rooted in the principle that form follows function, this style embraces indoor-outdoor living and features natural materials such as timber, stone and brick, inspired by the architecture of eras gone by.
The Mid-Century Moodboard
Incorporate earthy tones, neutrals and pops of bold colour to create the perfect MidCentury Modern aesthetic. Statement pieces with retro and vintage vibes are especially popular, including rattan inserts of late.
VEE, INTERIOR DESIGNER CONSULTANT
Kitchen
Cabinetry
Flat panel timber cabinetry speaks to the Mid-Century era. Nowadays, incorporating textured feature cabinetry helps to keep the space contemporary. To dial up the Mid-Century style, consider a built-in sideboard for an at-home bar if your kitchen layout allows.
Benchtops
A large kitchen island of concrete-look or darker grey stone is the perfect addition to any Mid-Century kitchen.
Fixtures
Brass or brushed nickel tapware gives the desired weathered look, while simple and streamlined hardware keeps the kitchen functional.
Lighting
Vintage-inspired and Nordic pendants can become an alluring centrepiece, while wall sconces and a well positioned floor lamp can help dial up the ambient lighting.
Splashbacks
Your splashback is where you can start to bring in elements of colour and texture for a stylish focal point – whether that be a jade or olive green, earthy terracotta or a vibrant geometric pattern.
Bathroom & Laundry
Lighting
Mid-Century design favours sleek wall sconces that take a globe or circular profile.
Mirrors
Mid-Century is all about celebrating curves, which is why arched or circular mirrors often take centre stage in this aesthetic.
Tiles
Mid-Century design strikes the perfect balance between the bold and the neutral. Experiment with playful terrazzo or think about incorporating organic tones of green or terracotta for an inviting sanctuary.
Vanity
A floating vanity in a timber finish speaks to Mid-Century inspired design. Add a natural look stone benchtop and your bathroom will showcase the best in calming and grounded design.
Cladding and brick
As you know, Mid-Century design is all about bringing the outside in. Consider accenting your walls and spaces with timber panelling. Even organic breeze block style bricks are a great way to grant open plan spaces a degree of separation and privacy.
Flooring
Oak, teak or walnut toned timber flooring is a classic Mid-Century inspired choice. Large slate or travertine style tiles are a beautiful way to incorporate the connection with the outdoors.
Stairs
Use a slim profile of balustrades and hand rails for your stairs, and opt for a semicantilevered style staircase to maintain an open, airy and minimalist feel.
Textures and styling
You won't find glossy finishes in Mid-Century style, as matte, smooth or satin finishes speak more to the design's organic roots. Think about how you can bring different forms of glass, leather and timber into your spaces through your styling pieces.
MID - CENTURY
External
Brick
Smooth and uniform in colour, Mid-Century inspired bricks are often laid in linear patterns that highlight simplicity and form. Keep your eye on types of bricks that are thinner and longer, as these create a sleek and modern look.
Cladding
Vertical cladding, designed to emphasise simplicity and texture reinforces the pared back aesthetic of Mid-Century style.
Roof
Characterised by flat or skillion silhouettes with dramatic overhangs, Mid-Century rooflines emphasise clean lines that blend with the surrounding landscape.
Windows
Typically large, asymmetrical and with minimal framing, windows in Mid-Century design are strategically positioned to enhance natural light and blur the lines between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Welcome to MODITERRANEAN
Whisk yourself away to the sun-kissed rocky coastline, salty air, and laid-back lifestyle of the Mediterranean with a design that invites you to slow down. Fusing earthy tones, handcrafted finishes, and natural arches, ‘Moditerranean’ blends rustic Mediterranean charm with contemporary details for a timeless, intimate sanctuary full of character.
The Moditerranean Moodboard
Use open shelving in the kitchen to showcase your dishware, glassware and accessories. Choose rustic, sculptural objects, whether vintage or handcrafted, such as ceramics, bowls, baskets and vases.
BRIANNA, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Kitchen
Benchtops
It's time for warm-toned stone, textured concrete or bold, earthy marble to shine when it comes to your Moditerranean surfaces.
Cabinetry
Think of warm and natural materials for your cabinetry – like rich timber, which deliver an artisanal feel to your kitchen. Open shelving is also a great way to showcase your rustic vases, earthenware and recipe books.
Fixtures
Welcome the use of brass, bronze or matte black when it comes to your fixtures for a rustic, old-world feel.
Lighting
Look to wrought iron or terracotta light fittings that harmonise with the Mediterranean’s earthy and organic aesthetic.
Splashbacks
For your kitchen splashback, consider the bold, intricate patterns of Portuguese tiles or the refined, handcrafted texture of terracotta for an authentic and inviting finish.
MODITERRANEAN
Bathroom & Laundry
Bath and showers
Look to curved shower screens and large freestanding bathtubs with a beautiful outlook to deliver the relaxed Moditerranean vibe.
Mirrors
Organic and shaped mirrors add excitement to a Moditerranean. Incorporate backlit mirrors with textured tiles to complement the organic look and feel of this style, creating a moody grotto-like ambience.
Tiles
Rich in colour and texture, Moditerranean tiles embrace terracotta, stone and feature walls of handcrafted ceramics.
Vanity
Arched details, soft curves and natural materials like wood and stone evoke old Mediterranean character while still keeping your space fresh and contemporary. Leave ample bench space for hints of muted greenery, such as olive branches, as well as homely additions like candles, soaps and linen.
MODITERRANEAN
Living
Flooring
Inspired by the warm climate of its namesake, terracotta or natural stone tiles are a common choice for flooring. For timber look floors, you'll want to opt for warm toned wood with a visible grain.
Stairs
Wooden railings, iron or metal balustrades and a curved profile to keep an organic sense of movement will successfully craft a Moditerranean-inspired staircase feature. Add in metal or coloured glass wall sconces for a beautiful finishing touch.
Textures and styling
Moditerranean is about blending the contemporary with the rustic — and this extends to your styling choices. Between handcrafted pottery pieces, olive green foliage, vases and candlesticks, natural woven rugs of sisal or jute and deepcushioned linen furniture — you'll create a Moditerranean space full of character.
Window furnishings
Opt for a classic shutter in a natural hue or wood stain, or call upon natural linen or sheer furnishings to help diffuse sunlight.
MODITERRANEAN
External
Alfresco
Alfresco style dining is synonymous to the Mediterranean lifestyle. You can create this look in your home easily with boxed raised garden beds for your plants and veggies, creeping vines, olive and lemon trees and big clay pots of hardy herbs. Lounge furniture, open fireplaces and decorative wall treatments such as cladding and wall planters help you to create a unique and character-filled oasis.
Windows and entrance
Moditerranean has signalled the resurgence of organic curves and arches paired with sturdy wrought iron details. This can be cleverly integrated to your front entry alongside ornate timber and decorative glass. The use of a curved glass feature door throughout the interior of the home is a modern take on the traditional archways found in a typical Mediterranean styled villa.
Colour palette
A palette of terracotta, ochre, creams or soft yellows deliver a Moditerranean theme. Keep finishes smooth, or add a stucco finish for enhanced rustic charm.
Roof
Finish with a terracotta roof or profiled concrete roof tile to complete this look. Warmer tones in rich browns, oranges and reds are traditionally used in a European style villa, however the introduction of charcoal tones has added a modern take to this classic European street style.
Welcome to MINIMALIST
With an appreciation for simplicity, Minimalist style focuses on functional, serene and uncluttered spaces. Comprising clean lines, natural materials and soft yet moody tones, minimalist interiors evoke a balanced ambience that proves less is more.
The Minimalist Moodboard
This style focuses on simplicity and functionality. It is often characterised by clean lines, neutral colour palettes, and a streamlined aesthetic. Helping to achieve a serene and uncluttered space, the Minimalist style is often synonymous with Japandi.
CHLOE, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Kitchen
Cabinetry
Flat panel doors, push-to-open mechanisms or discreet integrated pulls will deliver a Minimalist aesthetic to your kitchen cabinetry. The key is to enhance functionality through concealed storage solutions, which expertly keep your visible spaces uncluttered.
Fixtures
Characterised by single-lever mixers, streamlined design and finishes in matte black, brushed nickel, or polished chrome, tapware in Minimalist design blends seamlessly with your surrounding choices.
Lighting
Functional, understated and strategically placed to enhance the feeling of openness, lighting in Minimalist design is all about illumination without the visual clutter. Showcase lighting in black, white or polished metal finishes to maintain cohesion between your accents too.
Splashbacks
Typically showcasing neutral tones of white, grey, charcoal, or soft earth hues, splashbacks in Minimalist design are sleek and cohesive with your overall space.
Bathroom & Laundry
Bath and showers
Designed to instil a sense of calm, you’ll often find frameless shower screens paired with smooth, freestanding bathtubs. Builtin niches provide discreet, streamlined storage solutions.
Mirrors
Simple, frameless and frequently ultra-thin, Minimalist mirrors enhance the sense of space without dominating it.
Tiles
Large format tiles in neutral tones help to create a seamless, spacious feel, while matte or satin finishes are preferred to avoid glare and to maintain an understated, organic look.
Vanity
Minimalist design expertly maximises storage and integrated solutions that keep surfaces clear and organised. Under mount basins help to create a streamlined look that's also easier to clean and maintain.
Flooring
Large format tiles or planks reduce grout lines and produce a more streamlined space that is in keeping with the Minimalist mantra.
Joinery
Built-in, modular cabinetry achieves the seamless and decluttered look characteristic of Minimalist spaces. Recessed finger pulls and concealed handles are preferred to allow joinery to blend effortlessly with its surroundings.
Stairs
You'll want to steer away from decorative trim or balustrades and maintain clean lines. Incorporate glass panels, streamlined balustrades, and a semi-cantilevered profile to craft an open, airy and refined space.
Textures and styling
Minimalist interiors often overlap with the long-adored 'Japandi' style which merges the simplicity of Scandinavian and Japanese design principles. Clean and streamlined furniture, often low-line and in neutral tones, paired with accents of bold dark tones achieves the perfect balance of these everlasting styles.
Window furnishings
Look to linen and sheer window furnishings that are cohesive to the surrounding colour palette. This seamlessly blends your walls with your floors to create a cohesive space.
Cladding
While you won't find ornamentation in Minimalist design, you will find sleek finishes made from timber cladding, concrete and render. This brings texture and subtle contrast to even the most stripped back Minimalist facades.
Colour palette
Tonality is key to Minimalist exterior style. Colours are often in similar shades and tones to each other, with accent materials curated to complement the chosen tonal palette.
Roof
Known for its use of clean lines, a flat or gently sloping roofline is typically found in Minimalist design.
Windows and entrance
A glass front entry door maintains consistency, while also setting the tone for the light-filled interior inside. Large expanses of glass, expertly oriented for natural light, successfully bring a balanced feel to a Minimalist facade.
Welcome to MODERN FARMHOUSE
Escape to the countryside with Modern Farmhouse, where rustic farmhouse charm meets clean lines and contemporary elements. This style evokes rural nostalgia through natural materials, strong indoor-outdoor connections, and functional living zones. Blending old and new, Modern Farmhouse creates warm and inviting spaces that feel sophisticated without being overly formal.
The Modern Farmhouse
Moodboard
To create this look perfectly, you need to blend the rustic charm of classic farmhouses with contemporary aesthetics. This will result in a stylish and comfortable space for all the family.
LISA, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Kitchen
Benchtops
The kitchen is the heart of any home, especially one that takes inspiration from Modern Farmhouse design. Here, the large, beautiful marbled kitchen island quickly becomes the focal point of the room.
Cabinetry
Shaker style and glass panel cabinetry are a must for a Modern Farmhouse inspired kitchen, while rustic metal handles and knobs often feature prominently for functionality. Consider adding a large farmhouse sink to your kitchen or butler’s pantry to evoke classic country charm.
Fixtures
Classic brushed nickel or brass tapware adds the perfect finishing touch to your cabinetry and benchtops. A farmhouse sink with a bridge or gooseneck tap is the top choice for a functional work zone that supports budding country chefs.
Lighting
Layer your soft and feminine furnishings with simple metal pendants and wall sconces that bring a subtle industrial edge.
Splashbacks
The handcrafted edges of a square or subway tile deliver the perfect blend of the classic and the new, or continue the marbled finish of your benchtops up to your splashback with a beautiful, marble-look mosaic.
Bathroom & Laundry
Bath
Look no further than a statement pedestal bathtub with a glossy white finish to create an inviting focal point in your Modern Farmhouse bathroom.
Mirrors
Framed mirrors – rectangular, circular or arched – with a vintage edge are an easy way to stay true to country-inspired roots.
Tiles
Popular choices include subway tiles for walls or showers, often paired with contrasting grout for a handcrafted feel. Incorporating encaustic tiles on floors adds bold interest, even if only in your powder room.
Vanity
Continue your shaker style cabinetry from your kitchen in a full height vanity that features a farmhouse or undermount sink.
MODERN FARMHOUSE
Living
Cladding
Whether it's lining the walls or the ceilings, cladding delivers texture, accentuates the height of spaces, and injects a rustic feel into your rooms while still being budget-friendly.
Flooring
Light to medium toned timber paired with plush wool pile carpet will ensure you have durable and comfortable flooring in every room of the home.
Window furnishings
Combine soft sheer curtains with thick drapes for the perfect balance between feminine and masculine aesthetics. This combination is also helpful for temperature and light control in harsher country climates. The classic shutters add an extra farmhouse feel.
Textures and styling
A rustic wooden dining table, perfect for entertaining, and a sprawling modular couch are key furniture pieces to add to your wish-list. Incorporating a feature barn door at the heart of your home further elevates the space.
MODERN FARMHOUSE
External
Alfresco
Outdoor lifestyle is important to the Modern Farmhouse aesthetic. Timber and rustic style furniture allows you to enjoy your outdoor space as much as your indoor. Incorporating dual alfrescos in your layout is a modern hack for replicating the feel of a wraparound verandah too. Enjoy your land and natural surroundings as you sit back, relax and unwind.
Bricks and stone
Modern Farmhouse encourages us to showcase the best of natural materials – which is where brick and stone come in. A beautiful stacked stone feature will quickly become the talking point of your facade, while lime-washed or reclaimed bricks deliver the rustic charm.
Cladding
Vertical batten style cladding comes into play as a signature feature, giving a nod to the traditional barn roots of Modern Farmhouse. Depending on your climate and desired aesthetic, a lighter palette will lead you to a more classic American vibe, while darker hues speak to Scandinavian architecture that is typically replicated in High Country and the Southern Highlands here in Australia.
Roof
It’s one of the most recognisable design styles from the kerb – and for good reason. Modern Farmhouse is known for its simple, steep-pitched gable rooflines. Multiple gables, usually front-facing, create architectural interest and are key to the farmhouse aesthetic. Finish with a steel roof for contemporary country charm.
Welcome to URBAN
Urban interior design is a style that draws inspiration from old factories and urban lofts. It celebrates raw, unfinished materials and combines functionality with a rugged, edgy aesthetic. Reclaimed brickwork paired with dark accents and concrete look finishes give a sense of authenticity and history to a space, creating a strong visual impact.
The Urban Moodboard
Create an earthier look by opting for earthy tones, such as shades of tan, brown, charcoals and black, or choose a more eclectic look by incorporating luxurious textiles.
JO - ANNE, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Kitchen
Benchtops
Thick, concrete look benchtops will be your go-to in an Urban kitchen due to their raw and imperfect feel. Avoid glossy and polished finishes all round and opt for industrial stainless steel appliances that are as functional as they are chic.
Cabinetry
Bring personality to your space with floating wood or metal shelving above your countertops, while down below, your cabinetry should be in a matte and dark neutral or deep wood. Edge pulls or linear handles replace decorative hardware.
Fixtures
Fixtures in matte black, brushed nickel and brushed carbon are becoming increasingly popular for this look, as they reinforce the bold and strong feel of Urban interiors. Maintain these finishes throughout the home for a cohesive look.
Lighting
Urban lighting can be quite bold and seen as a statement piece in your home. Add drama with simple metal pendants and keep them to a bronze, matte black or brushed metal finish. Back-lit lighting to kitchen spaces can soften an otherwise hard and industrial look.
Splashback
Incorporate large concrete or weathered tile panels, or opt for a classic subway tile to achieve the Urban vibe. If your kitchen design allows, bringing in a window splashback is an intelligent way to boost the natural light in your space.
Bathroom & Laundry
Bath and showers
For the ultimate combination, bring together thick black shower frames, built-in niches and ledges and a freestanding bathtub for an effortlessly cool space.
Vanity
Carry your concrete look benchtops and cabinetry through to the bathroom for consistency and add sleek undermount or angular above counter basins.
Fixtures
Wall mounted tapware and rain style shower heads in matte black or brushed nickel enhance the industrial feel of Urban.
Tiles
Go for larger format tiles in a weathered grey or charcoal hue for a moody, high-end bathroom sanctuary.
Mirrors
Opt for a large, rectangular mirror to match the squared edges found throughout the rest of your home. A larger mirror also helps to give a greater illusion of space, and especially if you have floor to ceiling tiles in a darker tone. Adding backlighting to your mirror will allow you to further open up the enclosed space.
Living
Flooring
Darker toned timber or large format tiles to mimic concrete flooring gives your Urban space the moody, loft-inspired edge you're after.
Lighting
Feature lighting over dining areas and kitchen spaces will successfully and subtly zone your open plan space. Floor lamps are a clever way to soft furnish your space, whilst creating a cosy ambience.
Stairs
Designed to have a bold, architectural presence while staying true to the utilitarian element of Industrial-inspired design, stairs in Urban style avoid decorative detailing and concentrate on a commanding use of wood and metal.
Textures and styling
Core colours of Urban include charcoal, black, grey, taupe and white. These are warmed up with finishes in leather, natural wood, or brass and copper accents. Occasional deep tones like navy, olive, or rust can be layered via textiles or art. Characterised by wide, open plan living, decisions like furniture placement, rugs and lighting help to define spaces, rather than physical walls.
Window furnishings
A simple, low-profile roller blind speaks to the functional aspect of Urban, while incorporating a softer texture like sheers or linen can help to balance out heavier elements of brick, metal and wood.
External
Bricks
Drawing on inspiration from old factories and lofts, quintessential Urban design comes back to textured bricks with a reclaimed feel. Raw and imperfect, they're a sure-fire way to bring character to your facade.
Cladding and render
Urban facades are stripped back with no cornices, decorative trims, or classic mouldings. Instead, vertical cladding and contrasting render help create visual interest, while keeping to the functional mantra of Urban design.
Entry and windows
Opt for architectural, aluminium framed windows and continue these across the facade. Aluminium stacker doors at the rear continue the look from start to finish. Feature oversized, linear metal hardware to your glass panelled or solid timber statement entry door.
Landscaping
Soften the hard, strong exterior with well-manicured landscaping and architectural style plants and foliage.
Roof
Flat or skillion rooflines deliver Urban street appeal, finished with a darker roof made from steel.
Welcome to PALM SPRINGS
Palm Springs blends natural materials like textured glass and stone with a vibrant colour palette to create a laidback oasis. Sandy beiges, sunny yellows, sky blues, and vibrant oranges reflect the desert’s natural hues, while bold accent colours like turquoise, pink, and lime green add lively energy to the interiors.
The Palm Springs Moodboard
The perfect blend of sun-kissed Californian landscapes, Mid-Century influences and a hint of minimalism. This style creates a beautiful connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, boasting a vivid palette, natural materials and plenty of character.
JESS, INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Benchtops
Kitchen
A gentle marble benchtop complements the subtlety of the pared back cabinetry, while simultaneously boosting the luxe feel of your space.
Cabinetry
Sleek, flat-front cabinets often in glossy white or pastel shades can be found in Palm Springs design. Open shelving crafted in wood or glass allows you to expertly showcase colourful ceramics or glassware. Cabinetry in Palm Springs should be there to add detail, without overpowering your space.
Fixtures
Minimalist inspired hardware – sometimes in brass or matte black for a Mid-Century touch – adds the finishing touches.
Lighting
Palm Springs design is playful, and lighting is where you can really let your creativity shine. Oversized and sculptural silhouettes in metal, coloured glass, ribbed textures or rattan are all great Palm Springs inspired options.
Splashback
Feature tiles are a great way to bring in the playful character of Palm Springs. As this is such a popular style, there are many shaped and ornate tiles available to characterise your Palm Springs splashback. Think rainbow arches, palm art deco style formats and more. Even incorporating a classic shaped tile in a pastel pink, turquoise or sage green hue is a great way to inject some flair into your splashback.
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Bathroom & Laundry
Bath and showers
A fluted glass shower screen dials up the retro art deco flair while still keeping your bathroom luxe and modern, while a curved, glossy white freestanding bathtub will do the trick for a laid-back oasis.
Tiles
Glossy ceramic finishes, playful terrazzo, geometric mosaics or pastel subway tiles are all on the table to help you create your effortlessly cool Palm Springs sanctuary. Shaped arched tiles are becoming increasingly popular within this style and have quickly become a fan favourite.
Mirrors
A large oval, pill or asymmetrical mirror silhouette with minimal framing is definitely in keeping with the fun and bold vibe of Palm Springs.
Vanity
A sleek and streamlined floating vanity in a light-toned timber or soft pastel laminate will enhance the openness of your space and let your tiles do the talking.
PALM SPRINGS
Living
Flooring
You've got a few options up your sleeve: matte finish ceramic or porcelain tiles that mimic stone or concrete, a light toned timber with minimal graining or go bold with the playful specks of terrazzo.
Lighting
Palm Springs lighting lends itself to its retro influences. Light fixtures are often statement pieces, with Mid-Century modern designs featuring geometric shapes or sculptural forms. Sputnik chandeliers and other vintage-inspired lighting are frequently used, offering both function and a pop of style.
Textures and styling
From a styling perspective, Palm Springs is currently being interpreted in two ways. The traditional way: bold, colourful, with a nod to its Mid-Century influences. Or the contemporary way: all white, timber and natural. Our recommendation? Have some fun by blending these two styles.
Window furnishings
Keep things breezy and stylish with sheers or a simple roller blind. Stick to neutral tones to maintain your light and airy atmosphere.
Stairs
Simple, functional and adding to the light and airy mantra of Palm Springs, stairs tend to be semi-cantilevered with a classic use of timber railings and balustrades.
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External
Alfresco
Basking in the theme of the all-year round Californian sun, an outdoor space in a Palm Springs home is just as important as the interior. Built-in and loose timber furniture with fabric elements and firepits add comfort and style to your retreat.
Bricks and stone
Stucco or smooth render in light, sunreflective tones like white, sand, pale pink or soft grey are a popular choice, while concrete breeze blocks are iconic in Palm Springs design. Use them for privacy screens, fencing, or decorative accents.
Entry and windows
Large horizontal picture windows are a striking choice for maximising natural light and outdoor connection. Against the mostly neutral facade, consider a pop of colour for your front door, like turquoise, mint green or tangerine.
Landscaping
A well-executed landscape design is pivotal to the Palm Springs exterior, as it pays homage to the Californian lifestyle. Take note of the clever use of large cacti, small shrubs and neutral toned pebbles and rocks. Combining all of these elements will result in an absolute showstopper of a Palm Spring oasis.
Roof
With its beginnings in Mid-Century design, Palm Springs takes a similar flat or skillion roofline which allows the home to blend in with the natural, desert landscape.
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