The Glade Design

04/09/2026

Evergreen is 3.9 by 2.9 metres. The whole kitchen.

We didn't move a wall or a single service. The sink and the power stayed exactly where they were. What changed was depth — the cooking bench went from 600 to 700mm, and the island from 900 to 1000mm.

Forty millimetres of island. It sounds like nothing. It's the difference between somewhere you can roll pastry and somewhere you can't.

My client works in hospitality and tests recipes at home, so the brief was simple: keep the island empty and make it as big as possible. Everything else — the rice cooker, the toaster, the mixer, the air fryer — got a home behind a door, with power points already there.

Styled for autumn here, but the bones are the same all year.

$25,000, Clayton South.

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02/09/2026

10 Bathroom Pieces I’d Buy From The Blue Space Right Now

From fluted vanities to brushed brass tapware, here are the ten pieces from The Blue Space I'd genuinely put in a client's bathroom right now — and the one I'd skip....

The Blue Space bathroom picks:From fluted vanities to brushed brass tapware, here are the ten pieces from The Blue Space I’d actually put in a client’s bathroom right now — and the one I’d skip.

01/09/2026

Most bathrooms don't fail on the tiles. They fail on the plan.

The door swings open onto the vanity. The toilet is the first thing you see from the hallway. The shower gets squeezed into whatever was left over at the end. Not one of those costs a cent to fix on paper — and every one of them costs a fortune once it's built.

Swipe for the three I see most often.

The full guide has every standard size in one place. Vanity, toilet, shower, bath, and the clearances that decide whether a room feels calm or cramped. Plus the six steps I work through in order, and a checklist to run before you sign anything off.

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01/09/2026

What is My Interior Design Style: 1 Simple Steps to Find Your Perfect Style

I hear people say all the time, "It looked amazing in the store, but once I brought it home, it just felt off." This usually happens because you haven’t identified your style....

I hear people say all the time, "It looked amazing in the store, but once I brought it home, it just felt off." This usually happens because you haven’t identified your style.

30/08/2026

Before and after of the Turner kitchen.

The biggest change was not just the finishes — it was how the layout, storage, and workflow came together.

A good kitchen renovation should look beautiful, but it also needs to make everyday life easier.

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27/08/2026

“I need a gym” usually starts with wanting more space.

But sometimes, you don’t need a whole extra room — you need one well-planned zone that actually fits your routine.

A good home layout should support the way you live, not just look nice on paper.

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Save this if you’re trying to make better use of your home.

26/08/2026

Walk-In Pantry vs Cabinet Pantry: Which One Actually Saves You Time?

Walk-in pantries look impressive, but they're not always the faster choice. Here's how to actually decide between a walk-in and a cabinet pantry....

Walk-in pantries look impressive, but they're not always the faster choice. Here's how to actually decide between a walk-in and a cabinet pantry.Walk-In Pantry vs Cabinet Pantry

25/08/2026

If your entry opens straight into the living room, the layout matters even more.

Without a proper landing zone, shoes, bags, keys, and daily clutter can quickly take over the whole space.

Even a small entryway moment can make your home feel calmer and more organised.

Check out my blog and website for more practical layout and renovation tips.

Save this if your front door opens straight into your living area.

23/08/2026

My 3 favourite decisions we made in this kitchen.

Not the most expensive choices — the ones that made the layout, storage, and daily workflow feel so much better.

A good kitchen is not just about beautiful finishes. It’s about the small planning decisions that make everyday life easier.

My Kitchen Layout Dictionary is now available on my website. Sign up to get 30% off during the launch period.