Customise your family sanctuary and picture yourself living well.
One tricky piece of moving into your new home? Making it feel like it’s uniquely yours, with a comfort, aesthetic and just-right feel that embraces you and yours with open arms. Why not create a sanctuary for your family that suits all members of the household?
Don’t know where to start? At Stockland, we can help.
Fads in decorating come and go, but the biggest trends to emerge for the coming year take into consideration the way we’ve been living lately and the way we’ll enjoy our homes moving forward. It’s all about style and function, with some practicality thrown in for good measure.
Colour and Pattern
From the serenity of an earth-toned palette to the thrill of vividly-hued walls and accent pieces, colour reigns supreme in the creative realm for the upcoming year. Wallpaper and accent walls are alive with personality and can be personalised to suit, and soft furnishings like cushions and window coverings serve to deliver a pop of colour for interest and depth. Pattern on pattern layering is going to be big too; think stripes paired with florals like the Mika 35 by Brighton Homes on display at the Providence display village, Ripley Valley QLD and retro inspired shades. One reason people love using colour and pattern? It’s simple to change it whenever the mood strikes.
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Smart Storage
It’s easy for clutter to pile up when busy families are spending more time at home – consider your options for keeping things tidy. Organisation makes a space so much more liveable, and keeps all the things that bring you joy within easy reach such as concealed charging docks in hallways. Built-in shelves and cabinets are only one option; consider recessed nooks and furniture that does double duty like a sideboard that separates a room, holds loads of ‘stuff’ and acts as a surface for serving or decorating. Say goodbye to chaos and hello to a place for everything. There are plenty of storage ideas at the Newport display village.
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Incorporating nature for soothing spaces
Love natural light? Plants do too, and bringing the outdoors in not only gives us science-backed benefits like a boost in spirits and cleaner air, but provides interest and living art. Have fun experimenting with pots and arranging greenery in groupings, cascading from shelving or perking up neglected corners of a room. Easier to care for than you may think, it’s a pleasure to see them bloom and thrive. In outdoor spaces such as alfresco areas, larger shrubs can provide shade and privacy, provide shelter and food for birdlife and create ambiance for dining, perhaps by stinging them with twinkling lights to mimic the stars above. Tuck in some outdoor speakers for a real treat. Get some amazing inspiration from the 30 homes waiting for you at the Aura Display Village in Baringa, QLD.
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Work from home spaces are front of mind
Inviting and inspiring WFH spaces have taken the baton from the days of the old makeshift dining table. The advent of hybrid work schedules, and in some cases, a permanent transition to remote work have driven changes in what we expect at minimum from our home work space. An area that was once an afterthought is now carefully considered, and set up from the beginning to be properly outfitted for work. Ergonomics are important, as is good lighting and comfort to ensure productivity flourishes. The trick is to treat your WFH space as you would any room in your home. Add flourishes of colour, create tidy storage and surround yourself with things that inspire you to succeed. See a variety of home office spaces on display at the Kalina Springfield display village.
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Personality driven spaces that embrace family heirlooms/treasures and individual tastes
Make the most of your family history and your favourite things by putting them front and centre. One-of-a-kind pieces don’t have to be worth a mint to earn their place of honour, they just need to matter to you. Frame children’s art work, display Nan’s antique plate collection, hang your collection of vintage bronze swimming medals and rejoice in your home’s distinctive individuality. There isn’t another one like it. Feature travel souvenirs and things that remind you of your favourite places. Don’t be afraid to move things around, a rotating gallery of display. Our Dreamcatcher Tool is a perfect way for you to explore the possibilities, with designs from Stockland approved builders and style-gurus. Simply click and start pinning to create your own styleboard.
No matter if your aesthetic is playfully posh, fun and traditional or anything in between, Stockland can help you get a headstart on a home sure to exceed your wildest dreams in a community you’ll love belonging to.
Stockland helps families live better. Visit one of our many thriving communities today to see for yourself and stop in at the closest display home for inspiration in creating your own unique sanctuary.
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