With winter now behind us and warmer days ahead (we hope!), refreshing your home can be a great way to welcome in the new seasons. Brighter colours open up our homes, as well as re-energising the space. Choosing the right homewares can bring a whole new look to your home without having to do much work.
Choosing Balmain homewares
Quality homewares are a key part of any home, and choosing the right pieces can make all the difference. Here are a few tips for finding the perfect pieces for your home:
1. Think about your style. What kind of atmosphere do you want to create? Traditional or modern? Eclectic or classic? There are endless options when it comes to choosing homewares, so find what suits you and your lifestyle best.
2. Consider your budget. Not everything has to be expensive, and there are plenty of affordable options out there if you’re looking for something specific.
3. Consider your needs. What specific amenities do you need in your home? Think about what features are important to you and choose items accordingly.
With warmer tones making way for fresh blues, greens, yellows, oranges and sharp whites, it’s the right time to think about a mini spring/summer makeover in the Inner West.
Shopping for homewares
Ready for some new homewares for your Inner West home? Here are some of our favourites.
250 Darling Street, Balmain
At Pepperwhites by Tara Dennis, you’ll find a nice mix of old and new, high-end and affordable. Whether you’re looking for new linen or a new coffee table book, you’ll have plenty of options available to you.
If you’re a lover of a good coffee table book, At Home on the Water is the perfect way to bring some summer vibes into your home. The book ‘…offers a history of coastal living and features twelve homes on the water…..focusing on both the design of the homes and the way the homeowners live in them, embellished by interviews with homeowners, designers, and architects’.
499 Darling Street, Balmain
For an eclectic or unique piece, Inside Traders is one of your top go-to outlets. They have been selling homewares to Balmain and Rozelle residents for almost 20 years. For new and vintage pieces, if you’re looking for something special to really bring your home to life, you may well find it here.
Some of our favourite pieces to pick up at Inside Traders are the vintage lamps. With products coming and going weekly, we recommend popping in store for a browse.
295 Darling Street, Balmain
Stem is the store for hand-picked curated lifestyle and homewares. With a focus on good design and sustainability, the products are perfect for all seasons.
These industrious-looking Normann Oak Shorebirds not only add a Nordic feel to your home, but bring back memories of summer afternoons spent on a quiet beach exploring the shoreline. Don’t you think one of these would make a lovely addition to a shelf, a coffee table or your office?
62 Darling Street, Balmain East
If you’re in the market for something unique or a little more special, Home Industry is a bespoke furnishings store selling restored furniture, homewares and interior fabrics. Even better ‒ you can always get something custom made.
As the days warm up, linen napkins are perfect for summer picnics and backyard get-togethers. Made from 100% linen, these napkins will last you for years.
Indigo Lane is your stop for luxe cushions and cushion sets. With curated and hand-picked collections, you’re sure to find cushions you won’t find elsewhere. With Indigo Lane, you can have the designer look without the stress.
The Gold and Emerald Luxe Cushion Set will remind you of clear oceans and sandy beaches on sunny days, and are a great way to bring a new look into your home.
Parsons Street, Rozelle
Are you looking for a Rozelle homewares store? Furniture Noir is bringing back the joy and quality of handcrafted furniture, including chairs, side cabinets, coffee tables and more. These Danish Arch Back chairs, in a gorgeous shade of sage with gold accents, are a great way to lighten up a room for the change of season.
661 Darling Street, Rozelle
There’s a lot to be said about how indoor plants can bring a fresh touch to your home. Whether you are updating your outdoor space with hanging plants, or looking for something a little extra for your home office, there is plenty to find at That Plant Shop.
Bring an outdoor touch to your home with this Garden Arched mirror. With a rustic metal finish, this mirror will not only bring a great look to your home, but will also make your space look larger. We’re also loving these floating Koi pond fish, bringing a surprising element to your home.
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