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When creating a warm and inviting space, focus on this feature to provide instant softness

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Gordon, G. (2026, October 3). When creating a warm and inviting space, focus on this feature to provide instant softness. The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/when-creating-a-warm-and-inviting-space-focus-on-this-feature-to-provide-instant-softness-20261004-p611uh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

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The Sydney Morning Herald · collected 2026-10-03 · by Georgie Gordon

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This article offers tips on creating a warm and inviting living space through detailed suggestions such as using opulent lighting, plush furniture, and specific decor items like rugs and glass pieces from various brands. It highlights the "Iggy" sofa from McMullin’s Silo collection priced at $3998 as a key feature for adding instant softness to any room.
Written by AI on 2026-10-03, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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Story summary

Interior designer Georgie Gordon suggests creating a warm and inviting space by focusing on opulent lighting and plush furniture, complemented with fun pieces like the "Venezia" rug from Armadillo priced at $7900 or the "Contour" shelf from Ellison Studios, costing $1999. A key piece recommended is the "Iggy" sofa ($3998) from McMullin’s Silo collection, which adds a sculptural element to any room. Additional accessories such as the Merci Maison "Momo" chair at $1600 and Hugbel "Pearl" wall light priced at $310 enhance the inviting atmosphere, making these items essential for anyone looking to upgrade their home decor.

Written for “Home Decor Tips” on 2026-11-02, grounded in this article and the 0 other(s) covering the same event.

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📰 Home Decor Tips
Entertainment · 1 article(s) covering the same event.

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The Sydney Morning Herald · 5766 article(s) · 15 correction(s) detected
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Who wrote this

Georgie Gordon
9 article(s) here · 0 carrying a prediction
🔮 Where to buy: Ferm Living “Lull” umbrella, $939; KEY PIECE Kave’s “Salguer” chair ($579) proves you don’t need to compromise on comfort; Williams Sonoma “Rustic” melamine salad plate, $30; Sheridan “Vina” coaster, $30 (set of four).
🔮 For a recent date night, I wore a pair of pinstriped By Sid pants with a corset top and heels.
🔮 The most recent additions are a chocolate-suede Chanel “25 Mini” bag and a High Heel Jungle leather jacket – I couldn’t find the perfect one, so I designed it myself.
🔮 Now, I would wear an oversized suit and heels.
🔮 Ahead, she shares her favourite designers, essential items and the one thing she would never wear.
🔮 It’s rare that I will prioritise pain for a fashion moment, but I will allow myself to be uncomfortable on the red carpet in a corset or high heels.
Also by Georgie Gordon
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Topics

Armadillo Ellison Studios RiRa Smith Street Books Venezia

Subjects

Alden ORG · 1× Armadillo ORG · 1× Baya ORG · 1× Claudia Lambert PERSON · 1× Ellison Studios ORG · 1× Hugbel ORG · 1× McMullin ORG · 1× RiRa ORG · 1× Silo ORG · 1× Smith Street Books ORG · 1×

Narrative

Opulent lighting and plush furniture teamed with a few fun pieces create a warm and welcoming space.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-03
2026-10-03 · The Sydney Morning Herald
When creating a warm and inviting space, focus on this feature to provide instant softness · assertive framing

Claims (2 extracted, 0 hedged)

Opulent lighting and plush furniture teamed with a few fun pieces create a warm and welcoming space. asserted
lighting → team → space
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