I'm a sucker for a bit of aesthetics and this store must be owned by an interior decorator. Modern…read moreand with enthusiastic flare for the creative Terrace has a awesome range of flooring and other bibs and bobs. Offering wool, rugs and flooring solutions they will custom service a design for you. As I need a rug this is what I will get. So many here though having a bit of trouble choosing.

From the owner: At Terrace we aim to involve the client in the process of choosing and customising their flooring &…read morefurniture selections. We strongly believe in the products we represent and realise considered design concepts take time. Our ranges include Armadillo rugs and Ethnicraft furniture, along with a wide variety of flooring brands and options to suit your needs.

Etienne has lovely window displays, but I don't think they really give you the best idea of what is…read morehiding inside the store. I was expecting furniture and soft furnishings, and while you can certainly find them inside they're not the main attraction. Nope, it's the small gifts and nic-nacs that really take center stage in here. For the kids there's cute clothes, gorgeous lamps, felt mushrooms for decoration and lovely bunting to hang from the ceiling. For the ladies there's delicate jewelry, scarves and posh candles. For the men there's Herschel backpacks and wallets, fancy grooming products and snazzy socks. For the home there's great ceramics, vases, decorative table linen and high end kitchen gadgets. A little bit of everything, but perfectly curated and displayed in an environment that is comfortable and welcoming. Etienne is a must visit store if you're in the market for a gift that will impress and delight.

From the owner: A unique shopping experience, homewares, furniture, design, lifestyle products, great gifts for…read morehim, her & bub. We stock dinosaur designs, aesop, palas jewellery just to name a few, come &visit us in store or online at etienne.com.au

House and Garden is another of those great shops in Unley where you can just about get anything and…read moreeverything you need for the house and / or garden - funny about that! This place is another of my local haunts and is usually my first port of call when I'm looking for a birthday present for friends or family. The way the store is set out is with kitchen / dining room items in the back and living room pieces in the front. They stock larger items of furniture like buffets and bookshelves and of course the smaller pieces like occasional pieces and footstools. Sometimes things can be a little pricey but there are also times you'll find a great bargain. The black and white ottoman in the centre of my living room is just one of those pieces. It goes without saying there's a great selection of decorating pieces right through the store. Even if you're not buying, I find this place full of ideas - a little like a home decorating magazine come to life. I always manage to find a bargain there when it comes to things like their Maxwell and Williams dinner set range. A good bargain always makes me smile. I love buying something that looks exy but I've actually paid very little for House and Garden staff are always helpful. If you're looking for something and they don't have it, they will always call one of their other stores and attempt to get it in for you. When they're not run off their feet with a line of customers at the counter or gift wrapping someone's purchase, they're always up for a chat and a laugh.

This is probably one of my favourite home wares store, it's large, it has a big range, it's not too…read morecluttered, there are a lot of unique stuff, and things are decently priced for what they are worth. There's some pretty good quality things available. What I didn't like were the staff. The girls there seemed pretty rude, not acknowledging me one little bit, even when I walked straight past them. Anyway, I really like what the store has available, and I would even drive the distance to Unley Road just to go to this store if there was some thing I wanted/needed.

Generally I can sleep on anything.....when I am stupidly drunk! On other occasions I REALLY need a…read morecomfy bed, if the mattress doesn't cut the mustard then my back turns me into quasimodo pretty lickety split! Makin Mattresses, as surprising as this may be, make mattresses! Shocker hey?! I admit, I didn't buy one, but only because I don't need one right now. I did, however, take a number of test 'snoozes' in the show room which was incredibly enjoyable. I have gotta say, they make a comfy mattress! They can also hook you up with pillows and all sorts of accessories that can make your night sleep as 'sound' as possible. I didn't pose the question, but I am sure they could help advise on an under the desk sleeping compartment for the office, George Coustanza style. Nice!

Had a mattress for 5.5 years. In that time, they repaired it twice (without question) and after…read morewarranty, despite it being fine, for $300 they converted it to their top of the line independent spring system literally doubling the price of my mattress and giving me the best sleep I have ever had. These guys take customer satisfaction to new heights and will go above and beyond to ensure you are well taken care of. Lose your receipt.. don't worry they keep all your details inc your mattress history on computer for ever. Cant get satisfied with the store ? Ask for the national sales managers email. Her name is Kate. I was called by the National CEO who went above and beyond to ensure I was happy. How many companies do you know will do that for you ?