The ambience of your home is greatly dependent on your choice of lighting — but when the lights are out they need to look good, too! Here’s our selection of must-have light sources, from pendant to task and the energy-efficient breakthroughs.

Interiors20 energy-efficient lighting options

The ambience of your home is greatly dependent on your choice of lighting — but when the lights are out they need to look good, too! Here’s our selection of must-have light sources, from pendant to task and the energy-efficient breakthroughs.
Pictured here is Australia’s first zero-emissions house, the AusZEH. This example suggests what’s quickly becoming quite mainstream: double glazing, wall and roof insulation, water tanks and recycling, solar panels for energy and optimum site orientation.

InteriorsSpotlight on Sustainability

Global warming, climate change and sustainability are words we hear regularly these days, but what do they mean for home owners or home buyers? David Hallett, general manager, Southern Region of Archicentre, puts the spotlight on sustainability.
What’s more, these carpets are strongly protected against stains and are durable, colourfast and guaranteed for 15 years.

InteriorsExpert advice: Eco Flooring

Having greener lighting or eco-friendly furniture doesn’t necessarily make you an environmental expert. Sustainable living must start from the foundations of your home.
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InteriorsMelbourne Indesign

As Melbournians we know there is something extra special about our beautiful city — recently dubbed the world’s most liveable city. Rich in culture our city is alive with innovation and so it is only natural that we should begin to host a boutique architecture and design event, Melbourne Indesign.