Front facade Prospect house

Hi there! I couldn’t go past this double fronted freestanding Victorian residence which popped up on the real estate pages this week. It’s currently for sale and is located in Albert Park, Melbourne, VIC. It’s so cute from the front, but then opens up to a huge monster at the back.…

First impressions count so what better way to make a bold statement than with a grand entrance to your home. Adding a dash of colour to your front door and porch accessories is a simple way to wow your guests by creating an inviting atmosphere.

The upcycled green bench seat makes a front porch statement

Make A Grand Entrance With Dulux - Beautiful House

First impressions count so what better way to make a bold statement than with a grand entrance to your home. Adding a dash of colour to your front door and porch accessories is a simple way to wow your guests by creating an inviting atmosphere.

32 Stunning Simple Front Yard Landscaping Ideas

Let's be honest, who bothers inspecting homes with sorry-looking facades? Explore facade ideas to inspire your renovation with these exterior house photos.

Stone and white Victorian cottage

There's much more to this Victorian cottage than meets the eye. Take a look inside to see how owners' Rachel and Marty brought their perfectly located property into the modern age.

43 Gardner Street, Richmond VIC 3121 a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house sold for $1,200,000 on 2017-05-13T15:35:30.89. View listing details #2013537489 on Domain

Tessellated tiles are the perfect finishing touch for a heritage home – and they can look incredible in contemporary homes too. Here’s how to choose with confidence.

Old English Geometric Patterns, a design element that can be carried from inside to outside.

54 Likes, 3 Comments - Sharon Misko (@sharonmisko) on Instagram: “🖤🖤🖤Cold and grey outside but this gorgeous exterior is getting me all inspired. By @mimdesignstudio…”

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Marnie Hawson is a purpose-driven interior, travel and lifestyle photographer based in Melbourne and the Macedon Ranges.