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Building on a steep block | How to design and build on a slope

    If you’ve been dreaming of building your own new home from scratch, but thought your steep b

Asbestos removal | What to do if you find asbestos.

Asbestos removal can be plagued with issues. Asbestos was once used in Australia in more than 3,000 different

Property investment | Tips to maximise return on investment

    For most people, property is easily the most expensive thing you’ll ever buy, so it stands t

Designing the perfect en suite | 6 ideas to maximise your bathroom

A master bedroom with an en suite is the crowning glory of a home, and can increase the value of a property. Whether the

First home buyers and the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme 2020

Great news for first home buyers – 10,000 First Home Loan Deposit Scheme (FHLDS) places were released in July. If yo

Lighting solutions | Making your house into a home

Often new home planners or renovators are consumed with the big picture stuff - the kitchen, bathrooms, furniture - an

Home Building Checklist – What essentials to buy for a new house?

Whether you’re flying the family nest or upsizing, it’s worth making a new home checklist of what you may need. Wh

7 things to consider when deciding 
on a pool

The weather’s starting to warm up and many people’s thoughts start to turn to splashing around in a backyard pool. I

The ultimate alfresco design | Creating beautiful outdoor spaces for entertaining

Alfresco areas are perfect for entertaining in the warmer months. They also extend your living area, doubling your dinin

Buying in the best part of a property cycle | Explaining Australian booms and busts

If you’re researching when to invest in property, you may have heard of the property cycle – so what is it and

What makes an award-winning builder? | Learn the 7 things that set them apart

Choosing the right builder for your home is one of the most important decisions you will make. It is important to fi

Single vs. Double Storey | Choosing the right floorplan for your family

One of the first design decisions a homebuilder will face is whether to build a single or double-storey house. It migh

Low Rise Housing Diversity Code | How The New Code Can Help Turn The Average Person Into A Developer

Understanding the Low-Rise Housing Diversity Code The Low-Rise Housing Diversity Code is a set of regulations and g

Working from home? Avoid the pitfalls with our 10 tips to WFH successfully

We’re all coming to terms with a new world order. A significant part of the way COVID-19 has changed our funda

Downsizing | A guide to paring back your living space

In many respects, downsizing is a lot harder than the other way round. However, with thoughtful consideration an