I think you will struggle to find a single person that doesn’t appreciate some form of art!  As interior designers it is such a valuable and captivating element in defining a space and / or creating a focal point.   But when it comes to displaying art what can make or break a space is often […]

Bedsides are an element of the bedroom that hold a different purposes for every one, whether it be a home for your reading lamp, reading glasses, a photo frame, essential oil diffuser or all of the above.  We are aware there are a lot of myths lingering around about bedsides, which seem to make shopping […]

Never underestimate the importance of your relationship between your bed and bedside tables!   There are two important factors to consider when selecting the perfect bed / bedside table combo….  First up, is the other furniture within the space. Whether it’s new furniture or existing, this (along with the size of the room) will dictate what […]

Welcome to the last of our wallpaper series! There is something about entering the new year that inspires change. Considering the year we’ve had, which has consisted of a whole lot of sitting at home (trying to stay sane), changing up the interior of your home could be exactly what you need to step into […]

It’s the first thing we see before we wake in the morning and the last thing before we hit our heads on the pillow at night. The trusty bedside is a staple for any bedroom and if you’re anything like me, it can sometimes become a dumping ground for endless random stuff…we’re talking nail files, […]

Hey! I’m Claudia,  I am a freshly graduated student from QUT now working full-time here at Darren James Interiors as an Interior Design Assistant. I started here at Darren James in March of 2020 as a student intern.  After 100 hours of work experience and a sad goodbye, it was only a few months later […]

This week I posted about getting my home office organised for 2021. With all the unknowns for the year ahead and working from home becoming the norm for so many of us, I thought there is no better time to get my crap sorted. Here’s how I approached it… De-clutter  My number one tip when […]

Wallpaper has had its bad rap, but over recent years, dare I say the wallpaper industry has made a redemption!  We are so excited seeing standard floral patterns transform to beautiful pieces of art enveloping the rooms we live in.  With some incredible artists and designers collaborating on patterns, fabrics and colourways, the sky really […]

I think it’s fair to say that 2020 has seen its fair share of major events and (unwanted) surprises! Don’t get me wrong, every year has its defining moments, but this past 12 months has been world changing!!! As the World continues to deal with the aftermath of what has been one hell of a […]

Welcome to the first of our wallpaper series, we are kicking it off with our essential do’s and don’ts guide to selecting the right wallpaper! We love the art of wallpaper and the magic it can bring into a space, but we do know how intimidating the process can be… (throwback to the 70’s of clashing […]