What to consider before building a new home
Lifestyle? Budget? Room for a growing family? Tight timeframes? What's actually important to you when building a new home?
Home design for subtropical living
How important is home design when building in a subtropical climate?
What are the livable housing design guidelines?
There are three categories of performance for livable housing, outlined in the Guidelines by Livable Housing Australia. They are silver, gold and platinum—each of which encompass a range of core design elements to provide a more functional, safer and adaptable house.
What are termites and how do I know if I have them?
Termites are little insects that can cause a lot of damage. We explain what they look like, how to know if you have them and what you can do to protect your home.
Why landscaping design is more important than you think
Beyond impressive street appeal, landscaping design can have a significant impact on your home and well being. We’ve outlined a few additional reasons that show the importance of considered landscape design.
The planning and design of your outdoor space should be considered an integral part of your new home. Landscaping addresses aesthetics, amenity and water management as well as air quality, climate modification, biodiversity.
What is a driveway gradient?
Depending on the topography of the property, a driveway’s path will either slope up or down to the carport/garage. This slope of the driveway is referred to as the gradient.
