Christina Rae

3 weeks ago | qantas.com | Christina Rae

Reopening its doors in April after a year-long US$15 million refresh, the sophisticated 28-key Tierra Atacama is perched on the edge of San Pedro de Atacama, about 1600 kilometres north of Santiago. Here, you’ll be able to spot the almost 6000-metre-tall Licancabur volcano from almost every corner and your biggest challenge will be choosing how to spend your time.

2 months ago | homestolove.com.au | Christina Rae

When it comes to nailing modern home design, one of the most popular features is undoubtedly seamless indoor-outdoor flow. There’s nothing we as Aussies love more than entertaining family and friends all year round, which of course means making the most of our backyards. As such, connecting your indoor and outdoor spaces is an easy way to maximise your available space for both relaxing and entertaining.

2 months ago | homestolove.com.au | Christina Rae

Powder rooms occupy kind of a funny space in the sphere of home design and renovation, especially when you think about renovating a bathroom. You either have one as the result of a somewhat outmoded floorplan where the wash closet is separate from the main bathroom, or you need to create one within an existing layout to add convenience and functionality to a multi-storey or family home.

Nov 19, 2024 | qantas.com | Christina Rae

“‘It’s not rocket science’ is a favourite quote of mine when it comes to [the preparation of] food but in the case of Lune, which has branches in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, it actually is. Founder Dr Kate Reid’s former life as a Formula 1 aerodynamicist has translated into precision and obsession when it comes to her flaky, buttery creations. My current favourite is the Kouign Amann.” – Melissa Leong, judge, Dessert Masters “The pastry chefs here are absolute artisans.

Nov 12, 2024 | homestolove.com.au | Christina Rae |Victoria Baker |Amy Bradney-George

Whether it’s visiting family members, friends staying over after a party or kids hanging out for a sleepover, a sofa bed is flexible piece of furniture that can be called on whenever the need arises. But while many of us have memories of sleeping on lumpy pull-out couches in the past, these days the best sofa bed designs in Australia are so comfortable and stylish that you might find yourself dozing off or curling up with a good book.