There was a time where I would spend hours in the sun with no protection. After a day at the beach, my nine-year-old self would return home with my skin salty and dry, sporting an almost charcoal hue because my skin seemed to tan so quickly. That changed growing into my late teens. As I grew older, my skin started to reveal the effects of the sun’s rays.

In an ideal world, we would all have a world-class interior designer at our disposal to create a space that exudes comfort, luxury and sophistication. Principal designer of Stylkea Kylie Hughes shares five affordable and DIY-friendly tips.

But what does it actually mean? Psychologist, executive coach and innovation advocate Dr Christine Brown cites a question posed by workplace relations specialist, Mary Ann Baynton: "What do I need to do to come to work and do my job and leave at the end of the day with energy left over?”

Our inclination to transform the traditional into the trendy has meant a resurgence in the popularity of red wine. According to market trends research, our influence on the demand for new flavours and authentic, high-quality brands have driven product innovation in the Australian industry to new heights.

LAST year Australians collectively spent an estimated record of $46.5 billion during the Christmas retail period. With this figure set to rise this year, it raises the question — are we putting our money into the right gifts, for the right reasons? BTYB Officeworks

Every holiday period sees all of America’s finest pack their convertibles and head up to the Hamptons for a weekend of luxury.But there’s an untouched area in Canada’s Ontario that could mean the end of the popular holiday destination traditionally visited by the elite.

They say to be healthy you have to eat a rainbow of fruit and vegetables. It might sound silly, but there’s science behind the concept of eating every colour on the spectrum.

IT MIGHT not be high on your interior makeover list, but paying attention to decorating your bedroom has its benefits. Appropriate bedroom design can have a lot of power over how well you rest. Here are some easy ways you can decorate your room to help improve your sleep.

New York City is relishing in the concept of “micro apartments”, where Mayor Michael Bloomberg has waived planning regulations to permit the construction of apartments as small as 25 square metres. I know what you’re thinking: it’s not a lot to work with.

You've bought the storage containers and you’ve been following @the — kmart — forecast on Instagram but somehow your home is still looking chaotic and disorganised. If you’re guilty of any of these storage mistakes, then you need to stop doing what you’re doing right now.

Some people have great taste without even trying. Others need a little extra help and this is where an expert comes into play. With so many TV shows and social media pages dedicated to interior styling, it’s no wonder a cosmetic upgrade is top of mind when thinking about revitalising your home.

MANY will tell you that your holiday isn’t a fulfilling one unless you come back feeling like a local. While there’s nothing wrong with acting like a tourist, there’s something special about diving into the deep end and getting to know the local culture more intimately.

For every Australian, a garden is a source of much pride. As more Aussies move away from suburban life and opt for inner city dwellings, we still value the lush greenery as an opportunity to recluse and find peace.

Your living room is the most important space in the house. Its function is twofold. First, it has to compliment the owner’s tastes and interests. A research paper explored the concept of certain rooms being a centre for the inhabitants to express themselves.

The words “wellness” and “holiday” seem to be intrinsically linked, as we now see the “Wellness Tourism” industry growing rapidly. According to a study by the Global Wellness Summit, wellness tourism is projected to grow.

We are all conditioned to have a break once in awhile and there’s a reason for it. Taking time away from your regular routine and your work helps you to reset and revitalise.

Do you remember what you were doing when you were younger?Like most, you were probably navigating through your early adulthood. For some unique individuals, success has come a lot quicker than most.

It's safe to say that virtual reality technology will soon create the most intimate forms of business. Our old school, Back to the Future visions are finally becoming a reality, now with batches of Oculus Rift headsets being processed and back ordered.

You've done the paperwork and paid the deposit, now it’s time to move in and work on crafting your home to suit your lifestyle. While you may have crunched the numbers and done the due diligence, there will always be a small part of you that will be left asking: “Have I made the right decision?”

It's A common sight today to see a toddler’s eyes pinned to a tablet or phone screen. More often than not, it will be in the middle of a shopping centre or restaurant — anywhere a parent can’t stand the thought of their child running loose and screaming.