Inspiring Past & Present of an Iconic Hotel A few weeks ago the Designer Chicks and I took a lovely excursion out to the blue mountains to visit the Hydro Majestic Hotel which has recently been refurbished with an elegant Art Deco décor inspired by the rich heritage of the original iconic hotel. The historical Read More…
Nepean Arts And Design Centre Final Year Exhibition
Nepean Arts and Design Tour Lucia and I, with our Designer Chicks hat on, had the privilege today of a private tour of Nepean Arts and Design final year exhibition of the Advanced Diploma Interior Design students. I am proud to say I am a graduate of this Design School as the work they are Read More…
History And Modern Design: Not An Oxymoron
Why studying the history of architecture is important for modern design? Last week, several of our Designer Chicks group had the privilege of a private tour of the State Library of NSW to discuss its history and architecture and drool at the detail and thought that has gone into creating this wonderful building. It simultaneously Read More…
Colour Trends – One Person’s Delusion Or A Scientific Process
Colour trends We constantly see the terms “colour trend”, “colour of the year” etc. and wonder how they determine this. Some cynics will say they change the colours drastically each year so the fashion conscious will purchase new items, whether it is clothing, furniture, rugs etc. and who can blame them with this year’s colour Read More…