Genevieve Toop | TOOP+TOOP

You don’t always need to renovate to make a room feel bigger. Sometimes, it’s the smallest changes that make the biggest impact. Here are three simple styling tweaks we see used to instantly create a sense of space: 1. Pull furniture forward | Even 10–15cm can change the way a room feels. That small gap adds depth and makes the layout feel deliberate, not cramped. 2. Clear the path | Open walkways naturally make a room feel calmer and more inviting. Our brains prefer spaces where movement feels easy. 3. Guide the view | A simple angle change on a chair or table can open up sightlines you didn’t realise were blocked, making the room feel lighter and more connected. Little shifts like these can completely change the mood of a space in minutes. #LuxuryHomesAustralia #LuxuryInteriors #LuxuryLivingAU #DreamHomesAU #LuxuryHomeDesign #HighEndInteriors #AustralianInteriors #InteriorTips #HomeStylingTips #InteriorDesignAustralia #InteriorDecorIdeas #InteriorGoals #ModernLivingSpaces #DesignDetailsMatter #LifeAtHome #BeautifulSpaces #InteriorLoversAustralia #HouseGoalsAU #HomeInspoDaily #DecorGoals

Some homes are designed around a pool, not just with one. It changes everything about how the space feels, inside and out. Architects call it a “visual anchor”. The pool becomes a constant view, connecting living spaces and adding movement, reflections, and light to the interiors. In summer, it’s the heart of daily living; in winter, it’s a still, sculptural element you live alongside, bringing the calming presence of water into everyday life. This Wattle Park home is a perfect example: almost every room has a view to the pool. It’s not just for swimming, it’s part of the design. Visit the link in my bio to learn more about this incredible new @toopandtoop listing. #WattlePark #AdelaideRealEstate #LuxuryHomesSA #SouthAustralianHomes #AdelaideHomesForSale #LuxuryRealEstateAustralia #ArchitecturalHomes #PoolDesign #LuxuryPool #ModernArchitecture #DreamHomeSA #AdelaideLuxury #HomeDesignInspo #LuxuryPropertyAustralia #LuxuryListing #AdelaideLifestyle #AustralianHomeDesign #ArchitecturalDesign #LuxuryLivingSA #AdelaideProperty

What makes a home feel timeless? 🕰️ Often it’s when the best of the past and the present sit side by side. This Rose Park villa, originally built in 1914, still carries its Queen Anne character through stained glass, sandstone and a sweeping arched hallway. Step through and the design opens into one of the most spectacular contemporary living spaces you’ll see. @glasshouseprojects reimagined the home with soaring glass, clerestory windows and seamless indoor to outdoor flow. The award-winning garden by @yardstick_landscapes completes the story. It wraps the home in seasonal colour and creates an entertaining sanctuary that has been celebrated in design magazines across Australia. This is one of those rare homes where every detail feels considered, and every space invites you to imagine how life would unfold here. 💭 Do you love when homes preserve their history, or when they take a bold leap into contemporary design? #LuxuryHomes #AustralianArchitecture #AdelaideHomes #SouthAustraliaProperty #DesignInspiration #HeritageHomes #ContemporaryDesign #InteriorArchitecture #GardenDesign #homeliving

The kitchen really is the heart of the home ❤️ It’s usually the first space people connect with, which is no surprise, considering we spend more waking hours here than anywhere else. And buyers nationally feel the same. A recent @domain.com.au survey found kitchens are the #1 space influencing a purchase decision. In Australia, kitchens rarely stand alone. They flow into living and outdoor areas, making them the hub of daily life and one of the strongest drivers of value in property. We’re lucky to see some incredible kitchens at @toopandtoop and these four we currently have listed are no exception. I’m not meant to have favourites 😉 but I’d love to know which one’s yours: 📸 1, 2, 3 or 4? #RealEstateInsights #PropertyTips #KitchenDesign #InteriorInspiration #HomeStyleInspo #AdelaideHomes #SouthAustraliaProperty #LuxuryLiving #luxurykitchen #adelaidehomes

It often only takes a few seconds to get a feel for a home, and these three things can make all the difference… 1. Light | Architects plan entire floor layouts around natural light because it changes how a home feels and functions. The direction it comes from affects warmth in winter, cooling in summer, and how colours look in every room. 2. Layout | A great layout isn’t just about open space; it’s about how rooms work together for the people living there. For young families, bedrooms close together can make life easier. For households with teenagers, more separation often works better. The way living areas, kitchens, and bedrooms connect should suit the stage of life and that’s something buyers notice quickly. 3. Calm | Our brains process clutter as extra “work.” When a home is visually clear, buyers focus on its features and picture themselves in the space. Even small changes like removing excess furniture or clearing bench tops can shift the feel from busy to calm. In my experience, these three factors are shaping how a home feels to you before you even notice that they’re doing it. Which of these do you notice first when you walk into a home? #RealEstateTips #PropertyInsights #HomeBuyingTips #HomeDesign #InteriorTips #HomeStyleInspo #AdelaideHomes #SouthAustraliaRealEstate #AdelaideProperty

🍃 Over the past 12 months, the Adelaide Hills has been one of South Australia’s strongest property growth markets. Next week, we’re bringing together our local @toopandtoop Adelaide Hills team and national property advisor David McMillan to share what’s driving this momentum, and where the market is heading in 2025 and beyond. 📅 Adelaide Hills Property Night – Thursday 21 August 📍 The Stirling Hotel | 🍷 Drinks + canapés provided We’ll cover: • What’s fuelling current demand in the Hills • Why limited supply is sustaining value • Lifestyle factors keeping buyer interest high • How parents are helping their children into the market, and what’s worked interstate. Free to attend, however limited spots remain. RSVP essential. Visit the link in my bio for more information and to RSVP. #AdelaideHills #PropertyTrends #StirlingHotel #SouthAustraliaProperty #HillsLiving #realestate #propertyinvesting #adelaiderealestate #lifestyleproperty #propertymarket

Over the years, we’ve seen families settle into a new home with ease, and others who have found it a little harder. In our experience, it can sometimes be the smallest things that make the biggest difference for kids when moving. 🧸 Here are three of my favourites: 1. Let them have a say in their new room, from picking the paint colour to simply deciding where their bed goes. It’s a small way to give them a sense of ownership, which can help them feel more settled and excited about the change. 2.Keep one bedtime tradition the same. Those familiar little rituals…like the same story or goodnight routine, help make the new space feel safe and comforting. 3.Explore the new neighbourhood together. Finding favourite spots early on turns somewhere new into “ours” and helps everyone feel at home faster. Have you moved recently? What would you add to the mix for families about to make the move? 🏡 🚗 #movinghouse #movingwithkids #movingday #newhome #dreamhome #movinghouse #settlementday #homesweethome #adelaide #southaustralia

Hitting the market this week, this Walkerville home is tucked away at the quiet end of Church Terrace. ☀️ Sunlight in every room, hedges around the pool, and an alfresco made for long, lazy afternoons. Open for inspection tomorrow at 2pm. For more info visit the link in my bio or contact our Sales Partners Sally Cameron on 0412 915 108 or Makeeley Abraham on 0414 630 600 #LuxuryHome #LuxuryLiving #LuxuryRealEstate #LuxuryHomesAustralia #DreamHome #DesignerHome #LuxuryProperty #PrestigeProperty #Walkerville #AdelaideHomes #AdelaideRealEstate #SouthAustralia #AdelaideProperty #AdelaideLife #CityFringeLiving #HomeInspo #OutdoorLiving #AlfrescoDining

A timeless Walkerville bungalow with a contemporary heart. 🖤 This home quietly blends eras, original 1925 architecture at the front, unfolding into a modern extension with soaring ceilings, herringbone floors, and a calming bamboo-framed alfresco.⁠ ⁠ From the dual master suites to the plywood-lined garage that doubles as a studio (or secret golf room), it’s the kind of home that’s full of quiet, clever surprises.⁠ ⁠ See more via the link in my bio. 👉 Or contact our Sales Partners Ryan Yuan on 0422 429 939 or Lalita Yuan on 0433 402 255 #WalkervilleLiving #AustralianInteriors #HeritageMeetsModern #DesignDetails #ArchitecturalInspo #HerringboneFloors #AdelaideHomes #QuietLuxury

Ending the holiday spam with the boys favourite moment…MAN(uel) vs MONKEY 🙊😂 #monkeybusiness #londonzoo #whatdidyouexpect @brontemanuel.realestate

Animals became the unofficial theme of our euro trip 😂 …So it was only fitting to end it sleeping eye to eye with a tiger! 🐾 🐅 Ps: can you spot the moment where for a second I second guessed this idea 🙈 #tigerlodge #london #uk #londonzoo #tigers #portlympne #safarilodge #sleepover #animalexperience #behindthescenes #onceinalifetimeexperience

No cars. Fresh air. And a much slower pace.🇨🇭Switzerland’s best kept secret is straight out of a fairytale. 🧚 #switzerland #familytime #schoolholidays #takemeback #offthegrid #fairytale