When selecting the colours for our All Seasons Twill range, we did extensive analysis of the colour forecast by Pantone, and then re worked the colours to make them inline with what is “Koala”. We then ran through all colour options through our dedicated Product team, and conducted research...
A romp in the sack can be a noisy time but we’ve taken the squeaking of out the bedroom with our Timber Bed Base (unless you know, you’re into that kind of thing). It even went on to win in the Good Design Award for product design in...
Even if you live in a large house, chances are there’s an area within that a real estate agent might describe as ‘cosy’ – and if you’re one of the increasing number of apartment dwellers, you’re likely to be pretty familiar with compact rooms. In fact, there’s a lot to...
Australians take a comfort first approach to bedtime with 52% wearing their favourite pjs to bed, and only 18% of Aussies go commando when they go to sleep. Whether you’re snuggled in your pjs or bearing it all, research shows that rocking your birthday suit to bed is actually...
These days, the master bedroom is as much a soul-restoring sanctuary from our crazy-busy life as it is a place to sleep. If you’re planning your perfect parents’ retreat, our eight steps to a magical master suite will help. Pick a great bed You’ll spend roughly a third of your...
Koala sits down with Ainslie of child wear clothing company, Daughter and talks parenting, design and finding balance in life. Firstly we’d love if you could tell us a little bit about yourself? Sure! I’m Ainslie, I’m 28 years old and live with my...
Firstly we’d love if you could tell us a little bit about yourself? Hey! I’m Monny (@montanalower). I like to smile. To laugh. To make people laugh. To share things. To learn. To eat. To dance. To sit by a fire. To swim in the ocean. To pick the...
Firstly we’d love if you could tell us a little bit about yourself? Hi! My name is Chelsey and I’m the Founder and Editor of Like A Vegan – a blog covering all things vegan including food, fashion, beauty, lifestyle and travel. I live in Newcastle with...
Firstly we’d love if you could tell us a little bit about yourself? I’m Gayle, I live in the Byron hinterland with my husband Luke and our 22 month old little girl, Talloh. We moved to Byron almost six years ago, and we haven’t looked back. I’m originally from beautiful...
Firstly we’d love if you could tell us a little bit about yourself? I’m Kirsty (@pinksugarstyling), mama to the coolest kid I know, Brax, (who’s four years old) and wife to a bit of a hunk! My husband is world champion professional Muay Thai fighter Nick Trask...
Firstly we’d love if you could tell us a little bit about yourself? Sure! I’m (@mumma_robke) a Mum to Asher, 4, Koda, almost 2, and Luna 8 months. My partner and baby daddy Luke and I run a business from our home studio (he’s a Film Maker)....
Tell us a little bit about yourself? Sure! My name is Gloria, I’m based in Sydney and run a fashion/food/lifestyle blog whilst working full-time in marketing. I’m unashamedly a bit of a homebody and my ideal Friday night would involve lying in bed with Netflix and a...
Meet one of our favourite bloggers ever, Alice Balcon from Alice in Healthyland. Mother of two, nurse and motivator of many, Alice is someone that everyone can relate to. She’s an absolute guru when it comes to health, and has built up a massive following who she...
Meet the Wonder Woman of the interior student styling world, Carolyn Hanna. With a particular penchant for cushions and a weakness for an ethereal colour palette, Carolyn is one of our favourite Instagrammers ever. Read as we chat all things styling, blooms and sleep with this...
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a dog? How about an adorable Dachshund? We chatted to Frankie the Sausage on all the things that are great about being a dog. It’s a world first, but we managed to translate Frankie’s barks and whimpers into English… enjoy! A massive kudos...
If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and stopped because a flatlay was so perfect or the lighting was magical, you’ve probably landed on creative guru, Jennifer Chong. We’ve followed her Instagram @Jennifer__Chong for ages now, and she’s our go-to for visual inspiration and knows how to create...
Your bedroom is a place of rest, relaxation and love. Just like you wouldn’t mix dinner with dessert halfway through, you shouldn’t mix your bedroom up with anything else. These days, so many of us have warranted our bedrooms as much more than this. The modern bedroom has turned into...
If you’ve ever looked at a beautiful bedroom on Instagram and had major style envy, then you’ve probably stumbled across our #instacrush, Catherine Heraghty. Talented doesn’t begin to describe this stylist, interior designer and mama. Her passion for all things design is inspiring, and we sat down with Catherine to...
Adult sleepovers. Love ‘em, hate ‘em, (perhaps you’ve never tried ‘em), Lel Brassel Ngo from the Party Kit Company knows all about them. Lel, known as ‘The Party Queen’, worked with us to create a dreamy setup for the ultimate adult sleepover and was kind enough to let us quiz...
Meet Lydia Maskiell; a mum, a stylist and a leading expert when it comes to interior colours. We were fortunate enough to spend some time with Lydia to discuss all things Koala, colour and of course, her gorgeous son Harry. Read more
-->Nothing brightens up a bedroom like a beautiful, healthy indoor plant. There’s something about having a physical, living organism in your bedroom that will brighten up even the worst of moods. Here at Koala, we’re kind of obsessed with greenery in the bedroom (and in the office!). Most of our...
If there’s one thing that Aussies know well, it’s the HEAT. The scorching, searing heat that manages to sneak into every crack, corner, and cranny anywhere and everywhere during those hot summer months. The Koala mattress has been designed specifically to deal with the heat – that’s why we don’t...
We’ve all had one of those days where you get home, you stare into your bedroom and wish that you’d never paid $300 for that ugly duvet cover. Rest assured, everyone has been there. Giving your bedroom a makeover doesn’t have to be an expensive experience – follow our budget...
If you’ve been living under a rock, you may not be aware of the minimalist movement that is currently sweeping through houses all over the world. Known for the clean whites, soft greys and muted blues and pinks, the modern colour scheme is seen almost everywhere in Scandinvaian rooms. The classic...
If you’re after new bedroom inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve scaled the internet for days in search of the weirdest, wackiest and most wonderful hotel rooms. From a room entirely made of ice to a suite that will have you sleeping in a car, it’s time to plan your next...
We spend more time there than anywhere else in our homes, so why not make your bedroom a sanctuary, somewhere you really love? No matter your budget, big or small, it’s easy to update your bedroom style, all it takes is 4 hours, some creativity and patience. Whether you’re moving into a...
Whether we admit it or not, we choose our sheets on purpose. It might be the feel, the cheap price or the thread count – whatever it is, we consciously make a decision to invest in those sheets. Let’s take a look at what shade your sheets are… and what they...