Autumn Afternoons

As we enjoy the last days of warm light seeping through the trees in the afternoons, invite over your nearest and dearest for some quality time together around the home, indoors or out.

Entertaining guests in your own home can be a joyful experience, there’s nothing more satisfying than having your living spaces used for their intended purpose.

A functional living room with areas to recline and converse, dining settings for people to gather and feast, and a furnished outdoor space for a Sunday BBQ in the sun – opportunities to create something special!

Switch on your brain, get creative, and start thinking of ways to design a home that inspires the everyday to be extraordinary. Luckily we’ve assembled all that we can to kick start your Autumn Afternoons at home.

Daybed dreams

Have you been craving a place to sit and recline on while you read your favourite book or to look out the window and chat on the phone with a family member? 

Maybe it’s time to be on the search for the newest addition to your home – The daybed. Coming in all sorts of shapes and sizes, cushioned or not cushioned (though we definitely recommended getting cushioned), daybeds are an indulgent furniture piece that will be your favourite part of the home in no time. 

This Belvedere Daybed from Provincial Home Living is made from American Oak with a lovely smooth finish and a natural linen covered cushion insert for a comfortable and simple look. Adorn it with your favourite cushions and a soft throw, and you’ll never want to leave. The best part is, it’s suitable and durable for both indoors and outdoors!

Outdoor Dining Essentials

Hosting friends in the great outdoors can be a fantastic time to get together for a delicious meal, game night or simple weekend hangs. These outdoor dining essentials are products that will elevate your outdoor setting, whatever it looks like.

1. Briella Wine Glass 4 Pack $59.95 Pillow Talk

Upgrade your plain wine glasses to something fun with interest like these glasses from Pillow Talk. The delicate ribbed design is so unique and makes a drink look even more desirable!

 2. Ecology Speckle Dinner Set 12pc Duck Egg $79.95 Kitchen Warehouse

You can’t go wrong with textures when it comes to setting a table for dinner. Check out this dinner set in the colour duck egg by Ecology! Paired with some linen napkins, stainless steel cutlery and the Briella wine glasses above; a total styling win!

3. Rimini Outdoor Collection Dining Table $699 Harvey Norman

It’s all well and good to have all those table-setting items but you’ll also need a place to put them! This Rimini Dining table from Harvey Norman is a great choice, made from acacia wood which is weather-enduring and sturdy, for any occasion.

4. Home Republic Mala Rosewood Table Runner $59.99 Adairs 

Don’t you just love this table runner! Adding character and colour, while connecting your centrepieces so your table will look even more put together.

5. Jumbuck Double Burner Portable BBQ $199 Bunnings 

This portable BBQ is a must-have if you’re into hosting a great outdoor feast without the commitment of a larger barbecue. Though it may be small, this Jumbuck packs a lot of inch and will cater to your BBQ needs perfectly.

Light up the night

Festoon lights aren’t only for those Instagrammable boho festivals! You can find them at Beacon Lighting today to put up in your own backyard tonight, and light up your time outdoors a nicer way. With warm bulbs, they emit a softer glow to shine on your family card games, BBQ dinner or nighttime reads under a cosy throw. 

LEXDlux Festoon II 10 Light LED Light Kit in Black and Warm White from Beacon Lighting