Mad about NYC
New York's Mad Men Style - At EMPIRE The TV sensation Mad Men, based in New York City in the early 1960's, has reverberated throughout the style and design industry since it hit...
Retreat to Splendour
In need of a quick get-away? Nestled in the Margaret River Wine Region of Western Australia's South-West is EMPIRE Retreat. A 3.5 hour drive from Perth, this oasis of luxury and style is...
EMPIRE state of mind
At EMPIRE, we look to the masters for our inspiration, and as such, are hugely excited about the newly announced exhibition from New York's Museum of Modern Art. 'From Picasso to Warhol' is set...
Global Inspiration
As the world of design and culture constantly evolves, we see a flow of new and innovative ideas hitting centre stage. The flood of inspiration never seems to stop, which is fantastic for...
"Mum's the word"
With Mother's Day fast approaching, finding that special Mother's Day gift can sometimes be a daunting task. If you are looking for a unique gift that will make her day one to remember,...
Affordable Luxury Ideas: Country Cottage Comfort
One of our guiding lights at EMPIRE is the pursuit of affordable luxury. If you're decorating budget is a little tighter than normal this year, going for the country cottage look could be...
Stress Relief
It's been a long, stiflingly hot and exhausting summer. Doesn't it seem like Christmas was forever ago already? As the stress of the working year starts to bite, it's important to take time...
Beach Shack Chic
Summer doesn't seem to want to leave us this year but, rest assured, soon the skies will turn from blue to grey and the endless days of stifling heat will be a...
Design Trend: Make it Last.
A beautiful piece of furniture – whether it's a couch, a dining suite, a bookcase or a kitchenette – is an investment and like any investment, you want to make sure it's a...
Design Trend: Retro is the future
Everything old really is new again! A quick look in a glossy mag' will tell you retro is the way to go. It doesn't matter if you love the 30s, 40s wartime...