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Turn your leftovers into Stocking Stuffers! This easy DIY coaster project is perfect for using up offcuts, saving waste, and creating thoughtful little gifts.

Some trends fade. Others shape the next generation of renovations. As we move from 2025 into 2026, bathroom design is shifting in a more thoughtful, elevated direction. Homeowners and designers are choosing materials that feel good under hand, silhouettes that soften the space, and surfaces that bring calm without compromising on character. These are the trends that aren’t just having a moment but becoming the building blocks of the contemporary Australian bathroom. Keep reading as we break down the ideas you’ll see everywhere next year, why they work, and how to recreate them in your own space.

Pool coping is the finishing edge that frames your pool, the transition point where water, structure, and surrounding surface meet. It’s both a technical necessity and a design opportunity that protects the pool shell from water ingress while defining the pool’s visual identity. Done well, coping enhances comfort, safety, and long-term performance. Done poorly, it can lead to drainage issues, uneven lines, or early deterioration. In this Gold Coast Superior Tiling and JMT Building collaboration, every detail from material choice to apron cuts was considered to create a seamless, sculptural edge that elevates the entire outdoor space.

Designing a laundry room can be surprisingly challenging – it needs to fit appliances, plumbing and cabinetry while still looking cohesive with the rest of your home. The right laundry tiles play a huge role in pulling this space together. From durable floor tiles to stylish splashback options, here’s how to choose tiles that are both practical and beautiful.

Subway tiles originated in the early 1900s when they were placed in the New York’s underground train stations. People were inspired and began using them in their homes, adding it to their kitchens and bathrooms. The original size is 75mm x 150mm, but today most small, rectangular tiles are categorised as subway tiles. We recommend subway tiles as they are versatile and look great in nearly every home and can be laid in interesting ways to give you a beautiful feature tile at a great price point. With that in mind, here we will take you through 12 ways you can lay your subway tiles.