Steph O’Donohue When it comes to kitchen design, I like to think of the splashback as the trendy accessory that finishes the outfit. Due to the nature of kitchen design, there are often no details at eye height. Benchtops reach to 900mm high and overhead cabinetry is just that, overhead....

Just metres away from bustling Chapel St is Liisa William’s home, which thanks to a renovation by Smarter Bathrooms and Smarter Kitchen, looks every bit the modern inner city dwelling. “Everyone who comes in to my home comments that my laundry is the best room in the house,” said Liisa...

We thought the best way to kick off Smarter Bathrooms blog was to celebrate a stunning bathroom in a new home in Bondi Beach, NSW. Katon Redgen Mathieson designed the home for what I'm hoping (due to all the white walls, minimal decor & glass) is a child-free home. The...

Hi and Welcome to our blog.Your kitchen renovation can be a daunting project depending on how involved you wish to be. Smarter Kitchens is happy to work with you collaboratively or do it all for you depending on your needs. Rest assured we’ll guide you through the process to develop...

Sweet curves! [caption id="attachment_249" align="alignright" width="128" caption="Susan Cleveland"][/caption] When Susan Cleveland, Smarter Bathrooms interior designer, arrived in the city at one of Melbourne’s old converted commercial buildings, she had no idea what was in store for her. The client, who works for the Australian Ballet, had a total makeover on...

Renovating? You’re not alone…. This year, renovations overtake new home builds in Victoria More Victorians are choosing to update and renovate their homes instead of building new ones, the latest statistics from Master Builders reveal. This trend is expected to continue as high stamp duty fees and the inconvenience of...

[caption id="attachment_297" align="alignright" width="83" caption="Andrew"][/caption] I often say, if I had a dollar for every time someone tells me they have a small bathroom, then I wouldn’t need to renovate bathrooms for a living! But seriously, everyone thinks they have a small bathroom. Andrew Crawshaw - Design Director This makes...

Scala Hadden Bathroom in Footscray What was once a small laundry accessed from the outside and a poky bathroom was opened into one great hall – which surprised everyone once cleared.  The clients wanted a large shower area and a vanity with functional storage.  Laundry facilities needed to be accommodated...

Greenwood Bathroom in Clifton Hill Losing the main bathroom area to make way for a new kitchen the clients required a suitable replacement. What was a fernery/porch area under the first floor balcony was the site for this new bathroom.  Challenges included a critical window that allowed precious light into...

 “Greening” your bathroom is a great way to save money, conserve water and eliminate the health risks of chemical ridden cleaners. Store bought bathroom products can often leave potentially harmful residue on your bathroom’s tiles and surfaces. Wasteful, water-guzzling toilets and shower heads can leave a significant dent in your...