The year 2020 might see the end of the ‘official’ kitchen area and the rise of cheeky leftover spaces. It’s certain to see terrazzo move from an accessory to a foundational material in a home in 2020. 1. The Unkitchen It’s no surprise that kitchen design has turned away from a look of pure functionality…
Choosing a finish for bathroom tapware often stumps people. What’s the difference between brushed and polished nickel? What are the benefits of satin brass versus satin bronze? Fear not. Here’s a crash course in tapware finishes that will elevate your knowledge in less time than it takes you to brush your teeth. 1. Polished Brass…
It’s that time of year again, some might say ‘the most wonderful time of the year’. Everyone is starting to break out the decorations and lights ahead of December 1. And for most the decision of which colour scheme to use this year plays on your mind. You could again opt for the traditional red…
The Oslo was the biggest challenge that had ever been thrown at the contestants on The Block and at times it looked way too big! Last night the Block Finale aired for 2019. At the beginning of last nights finale, the reserves for all five properties were revealed at $2,990,000. The auction results were all…
You spend so much time planning the rest of your house, why not plan your wardrobe storage? Its important to look at what you have and what suits your needs. Here are 7 things to consider when designing your wardrobe for your new home. 1. What Will Work For Your Room Layout? The layout of…
A laundry is one of the busiest rooms in a house for families. As children grow, so does the amount of washing, sorting, folding and ironing. Whether you have a large family or just like to be organised, here are some tips you should consider adopting to create a spacious, organised and functional laundry for…
From 1st January 2020, eligible Australian First Home Buyers can get home loans without lenders mortgage insurance through the new government scheme, First Home Loan Deposit Scheme. Below is everything you need to know about the scheme and eligibility. First Home Loan Deposit Scheme Explained If you’ve saved 5% of the purchase price of the…
When you walk into a home where all the design choices work together, the decorating feels effortless – but as anyone who has tried it knows, it’s not as easy as it looks. This guide is a good place to begin. Here are eight ways to give your home a cohesive look that speaks to…
Calm, intimate, luxurious – whatever you want to say in your bathroom, you can say it with tiles. These humble beauties offer myriad decorative opportunities, from pared-back elegance to sumptuous patterning and everything in between. Here’s a list of the top eight tile trends from industry experts to help you create the bathroom of your…
Looking to build but don’t know where to start? Our First Home Buyers Seminar is on again Thursday 10th October 2019
