What Copenhagen Reminded Me About Good Design
For the past three years, I’ve made the annual pilgrimage to Milan Design Week. It’s an incredible event and one I always come home from feeling inspired. This year, though, I felt like a change. So together with my design besties, Donna and Nerida, I swapped Milan for the Copenhagen 3 Days of Design showcase, […]
Your Pre-Renovation Checklist: 5 Things to Decide Before Talking to a Builder
One of the biggest mistakes we see homeowners make is speaking with a builder before they’ve properly thought through what they want to achieve, so we’ve created your pre-renovation checklist with five things we recommend you get clear on first! While it’s tempting to jump straight into quotes, pricing and exploring what’s possible with a […]
Bathroom Design Spotlight: Thoughtful Details That Make All The Difference
Bundanoon Project | McMillan Design Designing a bathroom is one of those projects where thoughtful planning makes all the difference. The room is usually compact, there are a lot of permanent elements, like tiling, joinery and tapware, and the decisions made early on can have a big impact on how the space feels and functions […]
How Storage and Joinery Make Your Home Work Better
In every project I work on, joinery does far more than provide storage. It plays a key role in how a home functions day to day, shaping how spaces feel, flow and support the way you live. It’s often the difference between a home that feels calm and considered, and one that constantly feels a […]
How to Create a Warm Cosy Home This Autumn Winter
As we enter these cooler months, the days grow shorter and home naturally becomes a place to cocoon, reset and recharge. I love Autumn! There is something very special about nature changing colours and tones, sprinkling streets in golden hues and rustic tones. The weather is generally still lovely in Autumn, with crispness in the […]
How We Created A Contemporary Coastal Home For Our South Coogee Project
Perched high above the coastline with stunning ocean views, this South Coogee home had so much potential! When our clients first moved in however, it didn’t feel like home to them. After relocating from a Federation‑style family home into this very modern property featuring glass, concrete and strong architectural lines, our clients found themselves in […]
Design Ideas to Transform Your Bathroom: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
When it comes to renovations, bathrooms are one of the most exciting spaces to transform – but also one of the most challenging. They’re high-use, high-investment rooms where every decision matters, from the layout to the tiniest detail like where you’ll hang the hand towel. Without a clear design plan, it’s all too easy to […]
Colour Inspiration! The Dulux 2026 Colour Forecast & Our Pro Tips for Using It
Our homes are our sanctuary, where we seek calm, comfort, and connection—with ourselves, our loved ones, and the world around us! And colour is one of the most powerful tools in interior design to completely transform how we feel in a space! Every year we look forward to the Dulux Colour Forecast as it gives us […]
5 Myths About Working with an Interior Designer—And What’s Actually True
If you’ve ever thought about working with an interior designer but felt a little unsure, you’re definitely not alone. Many people love the idea of having professional support to create a beautiful, functional home—but there are a few myths aboout using an Interior Designer that often hold them back. These misconceptions often pop up because […]
Design with Confidence: We Solve the 3 Most Common Interior Design Challenges!
We want to help you design with confidence so we’re answering the three most common interior design challenges people experience. Typically, our clients come to us feeling overwhelmed with all the decisions laying ahead of them for a renovation OR knowing they don’t have the time to solve all the design challenges on their own. […]