2019 Interior Trend forecast with Mal Corboy
Schweigen ambassador Mal Corboy shares his 2019 Interior Trend forecast for kitchens and interiors in Australia and New Zealand.
Online events – the new way to attend trade fairs?
With international travel restrictions still in place, many trade fairs are moving to online events to engage with the design community.
Brilliant Ways to use Subway Tiles
Today's guest post comes from Perini Tiles who take a look at a ubiquitous inclusion in many kitchens and bathrooms - Subway tiles.
TKBB Summer Series – Lighting
Introducing the TKBB Summer Series – we’re on a very well-deserved break but have no fear…we’ve compiled a compilation of Best of…… topics for...
Builder Background Checks in Victoria
A new business has been set up in Victoria that offers Builder Background Checks by a building industry insider that offers totally independent advice.
What I really wish people knew about social media
There's no doubt digital marketing - and social media in particular - is the choice of marketers across all industries.
TKBB Summer Series – Beautiful Buildings
Introducing the TKBB Summer Series – we’re on a very well-deserved break but have no fear…we’ve compiled a compilation of Best of…… topics for...
Communications Skills & Customer Service Workshop
Get your 2020 off to a great start by participating in the next Communication Skills & Customer Service Workshop by Redman Training and Development.
Guest post: How to deal with difficult clients
This month's guest post comes from Dean Williams from Perth-Fection Plumbing. Dean shares his tips on how to deal with difficult clients as a renovator.
How to write a killer one-page marketing plan
For our new year's resolution this year, we decided to share our tips for writing a rock star one-page marketing plan.
TKBB Summer Series – Sensational Basins
Introducing the TKBB Summer Series – Best of…… topics for you to enjoy during your summer break. Here’s a selection of the most sensational bathroom basins.
Bushfire relief – how you can help
It's no secret that the end of last year and the few weeks we have had of 2020 have been awful for bushfire activity...
The epitome of loyalty
There are many ways of rewarding customers for loyalty – on an ongoing basis. Frequent flyer programs (or in our industry’s case Frequent fryer!)...
Home Renovations to recover as New Building Slows
The latest edition of the HIA Renovations Roundup report has been released and it indicates Home Renovations to recover as New Building Slows.
Home renovations...
Interior Tile Trends 2019
Original Style has teamed up with award-winning interior blogger Stacey Sheppard (The Design Sheppard) to reveal the top interior tile trends for 2019.
Opinion: who has the best kitchen?
There are a lot of great rivalries in the world: State of Origin, Yankees vs Mets, The Ashes, Real Madrid vs Barcelona. And not...
Living Spaces that Heal
Adelaide-based interior designer Agatha Ozhylovski takes issue with the notion that interior design and neuroscience make strange bedfellows and designs and creates living spaces...
HIA Renovations Roundup report
The July 2017 edition of the Housing Industry Association’s Renovations Roundup report has just been published. The report provides the only regular in-depth review...
Leaving design to designers
It was only last month that we relayed to you some words of wisdom from the "Miserable Old Gits Club" featuring Glasgow based bathroom...
Interior design trends at imm cologne 2018
imm cologne 2018 will feature a range of furniture trends with more than 1200 exhibitors from 50 countries showcasing current colours and forms as...
Guest Post: 5 Ways To Reduce Late Payments From Your Clients
Today's guest post looks at five ways you can reduce late payments from clients, particularly in today's challenging times.
Let’s talk Brand Equity
In a crowded market, one of your most effective assets is your brand equity - the worth of your brand or the value it has in the minds of your consumers.
When does the designer’s job end?
This was asked of me recently whilst at Interzum by a very inquisitive door manufacturer. As it turns out his son had just embarked...
Designer Training Australia mid-year intake
Designer Training Australia (DTA) has its mid-year intake currently open for registration with the next courses commencing on 8th June or the 6th July.
Expert Opinion – Boredom Busters from KBDi
KBDi has put together a useful list of five ways to bust boredom and regain your mojo, helping you retain your passion and find new focus in your career.
Writing a Brand Story and why it’s so important
Brand storytelling can be one of the most valuable weapons in your marketing arsenal so why don’t more companies utilise their stories more effectively?
Inspiration or imitation?
They say imitation is the greatest form of flattery but, in the design community, it’s a topic that certainly provokes some heated debate.
TKBB Summer Series – Rangehoods & Ventilation
Introducing the TKBB Summer Series – we’re on a very well-deserved break but have no fear…we’ve compiled a compilation of Best of…… topics for...
Managing downtime
What to do in your business and managing downtime when it’s quiet is something we’ve all had to deal with, and it seems this year has been particularly slow for many.
Do good cooks make good kitchen designers?
In the course of my career in publishing I've been lucky enough to have interviewed a number of professional chefs, gourmet foodies and home...
Guest post: How to convert leads into sales
Today’s guest post comes from Bruce Poling of The Joinery Coach who shares his expertise in converting a lead into a paying customer.
Hansgrohe’s global showering habits
A new survey commissioned by Hansgrohe has revealed a host of interesting global showering habits. The survey was conducted by a market research company among...
Ambiente – Jan 2024, Frankfurt Germany
From 26-30 January 2024, trade visitors to Ambiente at MesseFrankfurt will find inspiration for living concepts, furniture, lighting and decorative accessories.
What would you have done?
Here's a press release we got yesterday, and it begs the question "is this the best they could have done"?
Have a look.
"All the lofts...
5 Awesome Marketing Tips
Kate Mills from Vidalux shares her 5 Awesome Marketing Tips that will help both established and new businesses make the most of the available...
Kitchen Design Trends 2019 and beyond
Thanks to our valued sponsors Zip Water, check out their picks for the latest kitchen design trends in 2019 and beyond. The Zip experts...
Plan for 2019 to be your most amazing year
TKBB sponsor KBDi has experts in pretty much every area of the industry so it seemed timely, as 2018 draws to a close, to...
Wattyl colour trends forecast 2018
Wattyl's colour trends forecast for 2018 capture the collective mood for domestic environments that feel both safe and nurturing. In a fast-paced world of...
Join KBDi in 2019
As 2018 draws to a close, it's a great opportunity to consider your professional development plans for next year. We've put together 20 excellent...
Leap into 2020 with Redman Training & Development
Take your business to the next level in 2020 with specialist training that will improve sales values and increase customer satisfaction.
5 Lighting Mistakes Interior Designers Tend to Make
In this week's guest post renovation-loving interior decorator Catleya Ara James takes a look at the five most common lighting mistakes (and how to fix...
Are renovations Australia’s next building boom?
"Are renovations Australia's next building boom"? Yes, according to the latest edition of the HIA Renovations Roundup report which predicts that home renovations will become
an...
