building and renovating tips
5 common problems our clients have with their homes + the practical solutions you can implement now
Dark, gloomy rooms? A laundry or bathroom blocking access to the garden? Not enough space for everyone or all the things you want to do? These common problems have some simple solutions…
Renovation or new build? Exploring the Best Option for Your Unique Home
It can be difficult to know whether it’s best to renovate or undertake a new build instead. How do you know which option is the best for you and your circumstances?
Are you undercapitalising on your home?
You’ve heard about the evils of overcapitalising, but what about the equally problematic alternative, undercapitalising?
Don't forget to factor these commonly overlooked items into your building or renovation budget
Do you have these often overlooked line items in your new home or renovation budget?
Which room to renovate first?
When you’ve got several parts of your home to renovate and you’re planning to stage the work over several years, how do you know where to start? Don’t make this mistake we’ve seen time and again…
The design guidelines that will help you live in your home longer (and more comfortably)
When it comes to building or renovating your home, it's essential to consider not just your immediate needs but also your long-term comfort and accessibility. The longer you can live independently without the need to move into a ‘home’, the better!
Why we’re turning off the gas (and you can too)
We’re switching to all-electric in our effort to become more sustainable and utilise only renewable energy. It’s easy to make the switch when you’re building or renovating. Learn how…
The realities of being an owner builder part 1: wrapped in red tape
One of the realities of being an owner builder is dealing with the red tape that’s usually someone else’s problem. Here’s what to be aware of and how to avoid ending up in a bind…
The 6 important insights an architect can bring to your renovation project
There are some opportunities you could miss during your renovation if you don’t have the right advice. Here are some of the insights an architect can bring to your project…
Finding the right architect for you…
There are over 11,000 registered architects in Australia, so finding the right one for you might feel a bit overwhelming. It’s easier than you might think! Here are some simple tips you can follow to find the perfect architect for you.
Where to start your new home or renovation (you might *not* be surprised by the answer…)
Forget the 12-week cleanse or giving up the rosés for Dry January, make your New Year's resolution getting started on your new home or reno…
Renovating when you have a body corporate or owners corporation to deal with
Many people put renovating or extending their unit in the too-hard basket because they’re worried about the body corporate. But is it as difficult as everyone seems to think?