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Designed by Mario Ruiz for Punt, the

‘Malmö’ storage unit (above) is a study in sophistication. It’s available from Cafe Culture+Insitu in a range of configurations, in oak, walnut veneer or textured lacquer, from $5200. cafecultureinsitu.com.au

Making breakfast more cheerful, DeLonghi has released a line of kettles and toasters in Agave Blue (right) and other happy hues. From

$99. delonghi.com/

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With plump cushioning over gentle curves, this sofa is a chic addition to Ross Gardam’s Noon collection for StylecraftHome. Available as a two- and three-seater, plus a single-arm style to allow for modular arrangements.

Prices start at $8668. stylecrafthome.com.au

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Norwegian brand Ekornes has launched the world’s first reclining and tilting dining chair, perfect for keeping families around the table for longer. The ‘Stressless’ chair is available with a high or low backrest, and a choice of legs. From $550 each. ekornes.com.au

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Exploring Victoria’s countryside as a child sparked a love of nature in Bruce Slorach, co-founder of Utopia Goods. Catch his Botanica exhibition of works in diverse media at Hamilton Regional Art Gallery, 300km west of Melbourne, until October 21. hamiltongallery.org

6 WA-based outdoor furniture firm Alboo has opened a Brisbane flagship store in Newstead. It’s filled with the brand’s distinctive products in lightweight aluminium and summery all-weather textiles. A Sydney store is coming soon. Pictured is the ‘Foxy’ dining table, from $3095. alboo.com.au

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Choosing exterior colours for your home can be daunting, so PGH

Bricks & Pavers has collaborated with Melbourne studio Nexus Designs to create mood boards for eight complete palettes, covering everything from bricks to the garage door. Themes include Dark and Stormy, Sophisticated Neutrals and Red Revival (pictured). pghbricks.com.au 8 Picture yourself on this adjustable sunlounger, new to the Trace collection by Australian designer Adam Goodrum for Tait. From $5225. madebytait.com.au