Home Beautiful magazine’s most liked Instagram posts of 2018

Chris Warnes

Instagram is where we all find so much inspiration and, even with so many changes to our social media platforms over time it's great to get such direct feedback from you, our audience and know what inspires you most from the collection of beautiful images we share.

Here are the top ten Instagram posts on Home Beautiful's feed this year - as voted by you!

1. Cabana oasis

Nestled behind the branches of a Frangipani tree, this garden cabana is a masterstroke inclusion - acting as a spare TV room and break-out zone for kids. It's officially on our wish list! #hbmystyle #interiors #home #cabana 📷 @simonwhitbreadphoto

The ultimate outdoor room, who doesn't love a cabana by the pool? This wonderful example was a clear winner this year - our most popular post!

2. Minimal bathroom

Minimalism and comfort take the lead in this inner-city sanctuary where slick lines and an earthy feel create a calming and sophisticated bathroom - see more of this stunning home via the link in bio #bathroom #bathroominspiration #hbmystyle #interiors #home 📷 #shaniashegedyn Styling @alanalangan

Runner-up was this sleek inner city bathroom - a lesson in clever use of space for storage and streamlined style.

3. House Rules haven

This might be one of our favourite transformations on this season of @houseruleson7 yet - see the rest of @leighandkristie's beautiful new 'California Cool' coastal home via link in bio #houserules #kitchen #kitchenrenovation

They may have been the first team to exit the House Rules renovation series on Channel 7 in 2018, but Leigh and Kristie's 'California Cool' kitchen, created by Jess and Jared was a winner in your eyes!

4. Puppies and patios

Hello, Sunday! #outdoor #outdoorstyle #outdoorliving #hbpets #hbmystyle #homebeautiful 📷 @johndownsphotography Styling @tamarasimoneau

We can't decide which we love more - the puppy or the stunning floor tiles in this stunning verandah. Either way, it looks like the perfect place to perch in summer.

5. Dark cabinetry dream

Flooded with natural light, rich, deep tones are well balanced in this modern kitchen delight #kitchen #kitchendesign #kitcheninspiration 📷 @johnpaulurizar Styling @style_siren Design @wholesalekitchens

The trend for boldly-painted overhead cabinets continues to inspire and this monochrome kitchen is a great example - tying in charcoal tones in timber flooring and bar stools beautifully.

6. Bathroom brilliance

Make a splash in your bathroom with colourful feature tiles and touches of timber #bathroominspiration #bathroom #hbmystyle 📷 @gemmola Interior design @gia_renovations

This space ticks all the boxes for us on what is trending in bathrooms this year: unexpected colour in feature tiles, wall niche, integrated twin basins and a freestanding stone bathtub and matt black tapware all come together to get it just right.

7. Kitchen crush

We're not sure if it's the cathedral ceiling, the two-toned cabinetry or the combination of both - but we have a serious kitchen crush! #kitchen #kitchendesign #kitcheninspiration Styling @style_siren Photography @simonwhitbreadphoto

More superbly painted cabinetry but this large space, with its soaring white ceiling, carries it off beautifully both above and below the crisp stone benchtops. A bank of white cupboards allows dark-grouted subway tiles to shine.

8. Wallpaper wonder

Who said laundries couldn't be beautiful? #homebeautiful #hbmystyle #laundry 📷 @chriswarnes

This gorgeous laundry flies in the face of the idea that divine decor is wasted in such a hardworking space. Elegant black cabinetry and a timber benchtop are inspired choices.

9. Moroccan magic

Look to the romance of the riad to infuse your home with a little Moroccan magic💫 #bathroominspiration #bathroom #hbmystyle #globalstyle #Moroccanstyle Styling @stylistsown 📷 @aaronperkins_photographer

HB stylist Rachel Peters travelled to the other side of the world to get us this captivating location shot and we all agree that her style odyssey was well worth it!

10. A long list of likes

Oak herringbone parquetry, anyone? We wouldn't say no. #homebeautiful #herringbone #parquetry Photography @armellehabib Styling @greenhouseinteriors Interior design @von_haus

So much to love about this sublime kitchen! Large format marble tumbles over the waterfall island bench and holds court above the cooktop. Parquetry flooring is at once timeless and bang on trend, whilst the hint of a butler's pantry at the end of the galley is enough to make us all swoon!

A special shout out to HB's delightful Holly Byrne, who carefully curates our Instagram feed for your visual feast. Follow @homebeautiful on Instagram for endless inspiration.

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Diana Moore

Content expert, florist and interior decorator Diana Moore has been passionate about helping others make the perfect home ever since she moved into her own. From styling her local bar to feel like your best friend’s lounge room, to randomly restyling people’s bookshelves, Diana is a firm believer in making the best of what you have in front of you.