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Renovation, Décor and Design by Platypus and Pine: Who We Are


I’m Channing and I’m the driving force behind Platypus and Pine. I’ve spent over 30 years renovating and refurbishing our own homes (6 to date) in various themes, styles and materials.



My first job was as a hairdresser which I am 100% sure gave me the ability to use colour correctly. You’ve never learned a colour wheel like your hairdresser has. Or had, I’m not sure what they learn now! I think it was also a good foray into a creative role and was probably responsible for the start of my love of all things design.


My DESIGN Experience


On a pretty tight budget we renovated our first home in Karratha in WA, lived there for a few years and then sold it for a decent profit.


We then moved to Cairns in the far north of Queensland and purchased a home that the agent thought should be demolished. Nope, we spend the next 5 years renovating that, turned it into a holiday let and eventually sold it 5 years after that.


We now live on the Gold Coast where we’ve done it 3 times again and are about to look at our final project in the next few years. I’ve loved everywhere we’ve lived, we’ve renovated for the market and the style of the property and I’ve made them all profitable flips.


Channing: The driving force behind Platypus and Pine

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Mission style furnishings in a bright modern living room

Discover Mission Style Living Room Furniture For Your Home

By Channing B • June 24, 2025
Transform your living space with authentic mission style living room furniture. Explore our collection of handcrafted pieces featuring clean lines, solid wood, and timeless craftsmanship
Space saving bunk beds for kids bedrooms

5 Space-Saving Tricks for Kids' Bedrooms

By Channing B • June 24, 2025
Transform your kids' cramped rooms into organized havens with smart space saving for kids bedrooms ideas. Discover practical storage solutions and clever design tips that maximize every inch
A coffee maker is sitting on a counter in a kitchen next to a window.

Declutter Your Kitchen Benches For Good

By Channing B • May 27, 2025
If your kitchen counters are constantly cluttered, these smart organization strategies will finally free up your valuable workspace.
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