Journal

Creating an inviting outdoor space can be tricky! Our guide helps you curate a space with style and comfort, to help make the most of your home's design strengths.  

Shade is the new self-care. Join us as we explore Sigourney Cantelo’s Northern Beaches sanctuary and learn how one ‘hero’ piece can turn a high-glare pool into a languid, boutique hotel retreat.

Interior stylist Fiona Gould shares how she created a warm, sun-washed outdoor retreat inspired by European villas. From hero tiles to statement shade, every decision was guided by feeling, longevity and lifestyle.

Your step-by-step guide to planning a picnic that looks effortless (but feels seriously impressive). Forward this to your Valentine.

Interior designer Julia Green shares 5 tips for using texture and scale to craft a joyful, thoughtfully designed backyard that is effortlessly stylish.

Basil Bangs serves up beautiful shade this summer as part of Le Club Lacoste Melbourne. This floating pop-up bar reimagines the Australian Open experience, bringing the tennis off the courts and onto the river. 

Understanding the difference between UPF and SPF is the key to staying safe while enjoying your time in the sun. We break down how these ratings work together to provide the ultimate sun protection for your skin and your favourite outdoor spaces.

We step inside the garden of Danielle Symes’ 150-year-old farmhouse. See how she uses our Dusk Blue Scallop Sundial umbrella to add a soft, romantic touch to her historic restoration.

What do you get the beach goer who seems to have it all? Upgrade their setup with durable, high-quality beach essentials built for a better beach life.

Every design tells a story, and our exclusive Italian Collection is a deeply personal one. We invite you behind the scenes to discover how this outdoor fabric collaboration was brought to life.

Discover how the search for a beautiful and functional wedding present launched Basil Bangs over 15 years ago. Co-founder Krista Huebner shares her insights from 15-year journey.

Behind every great design is a great story. This Father's Day, we wanted to share a little more of ours. We grabbed five minutes with our co-founder, head designer, and resident 'designer dad', Mike Durante, for a fun quick-fire round so you can get to know the man behind the brand.

Get to know our founders, Mike Durante and Krista Huebner, in this exclusive feature with House & Garden magazine. Learn what fuels their creativity and how they are continuing to evolve Basil Bangs' iconic outdoor collection.

Elevated, unpretentious and polished, there's something magical about black stripes. They're bold yet understated, classic yet fresh, pairing beautifully with soft neutrals and natural tones to create the perfect foundation to lift your outdoor spaces.

In a leafy Sydney suburb, Three Birds Renovations has masterfully transformed a 1920s Californian Bungalow into a contemporary family haven. Their latest project, House 17, strikes the perfect balance between respecting architectural heritage and meeting modern living needs.

In a delightful celebration of Australian summer traditions, Pure Pops unveils three new flavors that transport us back to the carefree days of childhood, styled with Basil Bangs' iconic Ombre Forest Jardin Umbrella and deck chairs from our Italian Collection.

In a region already synonymous with exceptional wine and produce, it takes something special to elevate the Margaret River experience. Enter Pair'd – the week-long celebration that recently transformed the Western Australian coastline into a playground of culinary, musical and design excellence.

Jan Logan, the iconic Australian jeweller, recently celebrated an incredible milestone of 35 years of timeless style, while unveiling a stunning 2025 collection. We were thrilled to be part of such a beautiful celebration, with our beautiful patio umbrellas providing a refined touch, and much needed shade, to the elegant setting.

There’s nothing like a summer road trip to spark a sense of adventure, and journalist Pauline Morrissey knows how to do it right.  Embracing slow travel, she soaked in golden coastlines, charming country towns, and hidden picnic spots along the drive from Melbourne to Sydney. Lucky for us, we got to follow along, living vicariously through her beautiful photos.

A masterclass with Steve Cordony on styling and entertaining? Yes please! We were thrilled to partner with Steve to supply our beautiful Amore Stripe umbrella in 'Forest', the perfect partner for his Italian themed Spring Masterclass.