Be sage, make thyme for herbs
There's more to herbs than parsley and mint, discover a whole new
world of natural flavours and medicines.
New megastore for IKEA
Ikea plans to expand its presence in Sydney with a new flagship
store on the inner city's southern fringe.
Quest to live a paperless life
An American member of the "cloth community" takes extreme measures
in her effort to live without paper.
Forget the calendar: spring's here
When it comes to horticulture, spring has already sprung in many
Australian cities, so get planting.
Winning the war on clutter
Some people stumble on a priceless coin collection or a family heirloom when they spring clean their homes.
Gaming capitalism
Invented as an antidote to the Depression, Monopoly quickly became
the world's favourite board game.
Stressed? Clear up the mess
Clutter is taking over our lives and heightening our anxiety
levels, but there is hope.
Op shopping with the experts
Op shops are good for more than a bargain, vintage clothes and
furnishings also carry cachet.
Keep the home fires burning
Renovation Nation Gas, fire, electric? What's the best way
to make your hothouse a greenhouse?
Is your home killing you?
Renovation Nation The World Health Organisation has raised
the alarm over indoor air pollution.
Home decorating on the cheap
With a good eye and bit of research, you can refurbish in style -
and under budget.
Chill out, and keep it cool
It's winter - time to turn down the heating and dress for dinner.
Design that's all dressed up
They've revolutionised our wardrobes. Now fashion's biggest names
have designs on our homes.
Style gurus share their top five haunts
David Heimann and Liane Rossler let us in on their favourite shopping haunts.
Bargains online
These online shopping sites make it seriously simple to find gorgeous things for your home.
Hidden gems
Treasure-troves are found in the most unlikely places. And these ones are stacked with great bits and pieces.
Sydney's top shops
From cheap to chic Melissa Penfold unveils the stars of Sydney
retail.
How green is your winter garden?
Pottering By The calm of winter brings the chance to look at
your garden in a new light.
Making more out of less
Leaner times needn't spell meaner times. Here's 10 ways to tighten
your belt with style.
Solar conversion a waste
A Sydney family's efforts to go solar have been stymied by a
development that will cut their sunlight.
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Lighting up: will it
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Top tips
Audio: Style and shopping writer Melissa Penfold offers advice on getting the right look for the right price.
Florence Broadhurst designs on show
From wallpaper to wallflowers, Florence Broadhurst puts her imprint on London.
A theatre at home
Working out your needs in a home theatre - screen, speakers, design and budget.
Eco-friendly kitchens
Planning an environmentally friendly kitchen? Consider design and appliances.
2008 Product of the Year awards
Photos A $179 Ikea chair won product of the year at the 2008 Home Beautiful Product of the Year awards.
Top shops
Photos: Browse items from Melissa Penfold's favourite haunts in Sydney.
Dream beach house
Photos At Terrigal, Jorge Hrdina Architects have built the beach house of fantasies.
Take a tour
View the plan and walk through this spectacular home.
