When you travel between our seaside villages and peaceful neighbourhood pockets across the Illawarra, it’s hard not to wonder about the life being lived inside the spaces that line our streets. Who created these incredible homes and innovative businesses? How does the morning light filter into these living spaces? What are the stories, passions, and design ideas that give them soul?
At McNeice X, we believe beautiful living is about far more than bricks and mortar. It’s about atmosphere, artistry, environment, and lifestyle.
That is precisely why we created The Edit.
Stories, Spaces, Lifestyle & Insight
The Edit is our love letter to the region we are proud to call home – a curated look into the spaces, stories, and style that shape the Illawarra.
From architectural homes and design inspiration to the passionate local creatives who bring them to life, The Edit celebrates considered living in all its forms – thoughtful design, local craftsmanship, and meaningful connections to home and the community.
As our Creative Team, shares:
‘We created The Edit to really showcase the Illawarra and all that it has to offer – the spaces, the stories, and the people behind it. It’s a platform dedicated to beautiful living in all of its forms.‘
Rather than following standard narratives, The Edit offers an intimate, mindful perspective on coastal life. We explore the quiet, authentic details that make living here so special:
Community & Culture: The independent businesses, hidden spots, and unique lifestyle that make the South Coast uniquely rich.
Architectural Inspiration: The quiet interplay between light, tactile materials, and spatial design.
Local Makers & Creatives: The artists, designers, and innovators shaping our regional aesthetic.
Coastal Living: How our homes interact with the magnificent backdrop of the escarpment and ocean.
A Glimpse Into ‘The Edit’: Recent Stories & Features
To explore how The Edit brings property, design, and local culture together, here is a look at a few stories we’ve featured across the platform:
1. Elevating the Duplex: A Masterclass in Space & Style at Park Road
- The Story: A look at 9b Park Road, Woonona – a project that completely redefined attached living. Designed in partnership with Rosebriar Developments, this feature explores how intuitive layout and natural materiality created a spacious light-filled sanctuary.
- The Highlight: Celebrating how thoughtful architecture – wide staircases, vaulted ceilings, and framed escarpment views – can elevate everyday living.
2. Pepper Tree Passive House: A Revolution in Sustainable Living
- The Story: Nestled into the foothills of Unanderra, this landmark feature explores one of the region’s most groundbreaking sustainable homes.
- The Highlight: Showcasing how world-class, energy-efficient architecture can seamlessly blend luxury aesthetics with environmental responsibility.
3. Redefining Flow: Spatial Planning with Birdblack Design
- The Story: An insightful conversation on how spatial layouts dictate the daily rhythm and feeling of a residence, featuring the talented team at Birdblack Design.
- The Highlight: Unpacking the art of interior design – showing how intelligent zoning, proportion, and flow create effortless, peaceful living spaces.
4. A Rare Original: At Home with Lee Talbot
- The Story: An intimate feature stepping inside the personal home and studio of local artist Lee Talbot, exploring where art, daily life, and creative space collide.
- The Highlight: Spotlighting the authentic creative spirit of the South Coast, illustrating how art infuses atmosphere and turns a personal residence into a living gallery.
Join the Conversation
Whether you’re looking for your next dose of interior inspiration, curious about local architecture, or seeking a deeper connection to the Illawarra lifestyle, The Edit is your space to slow down and explore.
Welcome to our community – we’re so glad you’re here to celebrate beautiful living with us. If you or someone you know would like to be featured on The Edit, please reach out to our Creative Team at creative@mcneice.com.au – we would love to chat!
The Dream Team:
- McNeice X Creative Team: Laura Sharpe, Ryan Morgan, Adam Wallis, Sam Corkhill, Bernadette Nelson and Sheree Clark
- Images and Videography: Adam Wallis and Ryan Morgan
- Blog: Sheree Clark