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There are all kinds of dads, aren’t there? The sports fan, the music lover, the outdoorsy DIYer… but no matter what type of dad you’ve got in your life, there’s one thing for certain – he deserves a quiet spot of his own to relax and enjoy his pastimes.

Enter the man cave. Whether it’s a shed for tinkering or a den for thinking, we’ve put together these man cave ideas to help you get the ball rolling.

No matter if you’re on the hunt for Father’s Day gift ideas for your own dear old dad, or “helping” your kids pick something for theirs, dads of all kinds will be so grateful for the refreshed space just for them.

Comfort and style fit for a king

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How to make a positive home during lockdown

Now that many states across Australia are starting to enter their second coronavirus lockdown, we’ve all noticed that things are a bit different this time around. We’re all a lot more aware that isolation at home really is the new normal – for the time being at least – and the road back may be long and winding.

What this means is that if you haven’t already begun to make your home a comfortable, positive sanctuary, there really is no time like the present. If you’re looking for isolation at home activities, decluttering and redecorating your home is one that will spark happiness and bring comfort in a challenging time.

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5 Tips to Make Your Home A Cozy Winter Wonderland

Time to crack out the winter woolies because the cool weather has definitely arrived. And with more time spent at home than ever, your home should be a cozy retreat that’s comfy, warm and stamped with your own personality. “Cozy” can be interpreted differently by everyone.

That’s part of what makes it so great. It’s what makes you feel warm, joyous and at peace. It can be relaxing or invigorating. The backdrop to sleepy Saturdays, or inspired creativity. Whatever gets you through the cold spells! But no matter whether you prefer neutral Scandi hygge-style cozy or luxe jewel-toned opulence, the same five basic principles apply to create your dreamy winter den.

So regardless of what’s happening in the outside world, you can create a home (or even a corner of your home) that’s peaceful and heart-warming – and just for you.

2020 is quickly shaping up to be the year many of us are spending more time than usual looking at the same four walls and learning to embrace life as a homebody. It makes sense that you’re noticing where your home is beginning to feel outdated, or needs a functional upgrade. Perhaps it’s time to add a dedicated home office… or a separate (soundproofed) space for the kids.

So you want to renovate, but are wondering how to plan the interior design of your house. Whether it’s a cosmetic upgrade or a major project, it can be overwhelming knowing where to begin.

This checklist will put you in a good place to begin planning and bringing your ideas to reality.

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The romantic holiday is finally here, and love is definitely in the air! Valentine’s Day gives you a reason to go out of your way to celebrate the special relationships, and what better way to spend it than with someone you love, in the comfort of your own home?

As billions of cards and gifts exchange hands the world over, don’t forget that your house could do with a little extra love. Adding a hint of romance with some Valentine’s Day decor can instantly wipe off the gloomy look from your house or better yet, kick a romantic evening a few notches higher.

At Koala Living, we’ve got you covered; we’ve compiled some interior Valentine’s Day themes and ideas for your home.

Valentine's Day Ideas for Home

Different Valentine’s Day themes may call for some specialised decor. However, styling your home using the following ideas will set the mood in your home and romantic appeal for a great celebration.

Pink Accents

3 Themes to Style Your Home This Christmas

The countdown to Christmas has well and truly begun, hence interior styling for the festive season needs to be in place! Christmas is accompanied with warm weather, massive grazing tables and long summer nights.

Are you feeling your tree could use a little refresh this holiday season? Have a look at a few of our Christmas interior ideas and let our chic trees/decor inspire you! Whether you want understated, rustic, glam, or totally over-the-top colourful, there's a style for you.

Let the Christmas spirit flow into your house after you have selected a particular interior theme. To help inspire you this year, we have three themes that bring out the festive season and are on trend - A Snowy White Christmas, a Rustic Dining Experience, and Luxe Décor!

A White Christmas

Frosted Christmas trees are extremely popular this season - a more natural tree covered with

Gearing up to throw the most luxe and moody Halloween dinner party? If you have been fretting over achieving the perfect ‘feast for the eyes’ dinner table look, follow our tips to throw the most haunting dinner party ever!

Set the mood with furniture and decor

Imagine entering through a scary dimly-lit doorway only to be greeted by a cute pastel couch and a heart-shaped rug. The haunted effect went woosh? For the spooktacular look, you need Halloween themed styling, with a luxe twist! The party gets started right from the living room and continues as you progress to the dinner table. 

A monochromatic look will easily be able to provide a sense of Luxe Halloween. A rich, dark-hued couch complemented it with a similar rug would be ideal! Also take careful note of the centre table pieces as it’s necessary to match it up with the rest of the decor. 

Keep it simple with some dark toned/gothic decor

Father’s Day is just around the corner. Make dad feel special with our unique home décor items that are sure to make a bold statement and remind him of you.

Gifts dad is sure to love

Double Wall Bucket

This beverage bucket is perfect if your dad loves entertaining. Once ice is inside, you can store this bucket anywhere, whether that be on the dining room table or on the back porch. Being a stainless steel material with a double wall design, this bucket is sure to keep drinks at a cool temperature.

Doggy Bookend

Is your dad a dog AND a book lover? Let his décor reflect his love with our Doggy Bookends. Not only is the design adorable, it will also double as the perfect place for dad to store his favourite books on the shelf

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How many times have you faced confusion choosing a fabric sofa or a leather sofa?

When you come home from the office and need to relax for a while, it is the sofa in the hall which is the savior. Hence, choosing which sofa to buy is really a confusing task.

If you go out to a furniture store and have to buy one for yourself, a big challenge is to take a decision if you should buy a fabric sofa or you should buy a leather sofa. No doubt, sofa is one of the most important aspects of home and is used regularly. Whether you have to relax for a while or you have to sit and watch your favorite match or even when you have guests at home, sofa is the first furniture that you have to use.  

When you walk to a furniture and lifestyle store,

In the same way that you update your clothes and fashion choices periodically to keep up with the latest trends and to reflect your personality, your home's furniture also shows who you are. 

Because furniture costs a lot of money and is a significant investment, you aren't likely to buy furniture as often as you buy new clothes. 

However, some pieces of furniture are definitely worth spending more on. In the same way that high-end fashion designers offer better quality garments, buying luxury furniture can serve the same purpose for your home. 

Here are the reasons why luxury furniture is a wise investment for your home. 

COMFORT AND DURABILITY 

Comfort is one of the main reasons that people opt for luxury furniture over discount furniture. 

In high traffic areas of your home, whether it is the bedroom, the