There's no doubt this is stunning but it made me think back to a previous entry made this week - the obese eames chair and its referrence to over consumption. It does seem excessive.

Great place. I'm not sure the teddies in the fireplace agree - they look a little nervous.

I'm not against the idea, but really in this instance its just wanky.

paint everything white.

I like the look but have trouble reconciling the impracticality of it. But, then again when did practicality ever reign in interior design and fashion trends.

I think it would look nicer if it was under water.

I like it - I like the subtleness of the fabric and the frame coming together. It sits there elegantly and does not scream "look at me".

I prefer to buy older secondhand furniture as I feel it is generally better quality and will last longer and if the item needs some restoration I dont mind paying a bit extra to have a professional...

I like the wood and the colour, but can understand your desire for more light. How about hanging a large mirror on a wall to reflect any light that the room may capture through a window or a doorway.

I often wonder if these dark colours (which I love) work because they are contrasted with white trimmings on skirting boards and doors etc. I have a hallway which I would love to paint a dark colo...

Too small, though I'm no authority on what the right size is.

I think what you have done looks amazing. I'm curious to know if your grandparents are happy with it. Was this done for them to continue living in there or was it done as a makeover to market the ...

Hi we are in melbourne too and have a somewhat similar style house, we painted it Dulux self destruct, with surfmist (white) trimming and the plynths we painted Dulux domino. We are pretty happy w...

I don't think it is cheating, but I think a more important question is how has the items travelled from their point of origin to your abode. This is particuraly important in these days of climate...

love the place - I like that you have not necessarily gone for the usual suspects in decorating your apartment and that you have made it so inviting. Its inspiring to see someone go their own way ...

What is truly sad it that Madonna does not look like a 50 year old woman and she still receives the photoshop treatment, to the max. Maybe thats because although she does not look 50 s...

Whilst these outdoor fire places look stunning, to me they scream of over excessive indulgence. Really what practical heat could they provide - unless you are sitting right on top of the fire. If...

Mary, thanks for sharing your place, it is fascinating, I think what you have done you have done very well. Whilst its not a space I could live in its a space I would love to spend time in to explo...

We've been using vinegar and bi-carb soda for the last twelve months or so and its fantastic, also the soap scum in the shower does not seem to build up as quickly as it did when using the market b...

Hi everyone, thanks for taking the time to comment, its much appreciated and also thanks for the links to fabric suggestions, they are great. For those asking about the TV stand, I d...