Our Client Selections Process: featuring #projectcoffee
Our tailored client selections experience is always so much fun! Involving our Director of Interior Design Nikki Hobbs hosting a full day (or two) itinerary to all Hobbs’ major supplier showrooms; plus exclusive advice on styling, colours and materials to ensure our clients a stress-free experience. The result is a comprehensive materials schedule, mood board/s, […]
10 Tips for Designing your Dream Country-style Kitchen
Opt for a white farmhouse sink, always! And The English Tapware Company for a bridge faucet if budget permits (you won’t regret it)! Bench height is a thing and does make a huge difference to the liveability. For tall people (like us Hobbs’) we know from first-hand experience that you can push to 950mm bench […]
8 Hot Tips for Designing a Moodboard
Have you fallen in love with a piece of hero furniture (new or old) or a striking pendant light? If so, start by placing (i.e. screenshot on a word document) this on the page front and centre. This item will form the basis of your room (bingo)! Add flooring from the onset, such as a […]
Interior Styling with Nikki Hobbs – Entry Foyer Styling
Welcome to HobbsHQ! Where first impressions count. No matter how big (or small) your home’s entrance, we believe it’s crucial to make an impact. To create a welcoming statement for your family, friends and guests stick to a calming colour palette, add height, texture and visually interesting pieces. Here at @platypus.valley we’ve used: A natural […]
Interior Styling with Nikki Hobbs – Kitchen Styling
Country-style kitchen styling has gotta be one of my favourite things to do in my spare time. Key tips: Consider asymmetrical styles for added interest Add height via chopping boards and greenery – Fresh produce such as eggs and herbs s a must Trial and error ’till you love the look n’ feel
Interior Styling with Nikki Hobbs – Shelves Styling
Everyone loves a shelfie, right? Think balance, texture, colour and interesting objects.
Major Family Home Renovation
Nestled in the heart of Brookwater, and surrounded by an elite golf course and nature, this large double-storey family home underwent a significant structural face-lift. Hobbs scope of works included the complete interior design schedule and execution of all new flooring, cabinetry, plumbing and electrical throughout; plus a large entertaining area to the rear including an expansive […]
Kellarni Kam w Ryley Sami of Team Hobbs
The first (of many) Hobbs casual team interviews, introducing young-gun and creative genius Ryley Sami. She has a wicked eye for design, colours and detail and is magnificent on Sketchup; producing our clients’ coloured 2D imagery to assist selections.
Interior Styling with Nikki Hobbs – Custom shelving
Custom-made cabinetry complete with country-style styling by Nikki Hobbs. Give it a try with these easy steps: Start by arranging all of your books and nik-naks in one area (i.e. table or floor) Place larger items first, such as books in a zig zag pattern Pepper shelves with similar colour tones and trinkets of value […]
Interior Styling with Nikki Hobbs – Masterbed styling
Master bedroom country-styling by Nikki Hobbs Create a luxe sanctuary with these easy steps: Start with neutral linens (or bamboo threads), white or pinstripe is always a winner! Layer, layer, layer with doonas (sometimes two) and a textured throw rug PEuro cushions (60×60) to the back and standard pillows to the front Keep besides minimal, […]
