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2 September, 2020
Your Guide To Building In A Bushfire Zone in NSW
Building in a bushfire-prone area in NSW? Learn everything you need to know about BAL ratings, construction requirements, and how to protect your home. Stay safe and informed with our latest blog!
20 August, 2020
How to Make a Sloping Block Work For You
Sloping blocks can be intimidating at first. But with the right builder and a few helpful tips under your belt, building on a sloping site can be a breeze! Here, we explore how to make a sloping block work for your home design. Learn more in this blog!
13 August, 2020
Tips For Building in a Flood Zone NSW
Australia is world-renowned for having wild and often unpredictable weather. Over the past several months, we’ve had bushfires, floods, and incredible storms. When it’s time to start planning a new home build, it’s important to consider how these wild weather conditions will impact the construction process - for example, the council approval process and which home designs will reduce the vulnerability of your home in the unfortunate event of a flood.
30 July, 2020
Benefits of Buying a House and Land Package
There are endless possibilities when it comes to building or buying a new home - and it can be challenging to find the best option for you and your family. Purchasing a house and land package is one of the easiest and most cost-effective options for building a brand new home. Read on to find out what's involved in building a house and land package and whether it's for you.
9 July, 2020
Renovate vs Rebuild: When Is It Better to Demolish?
Comparing the costs, pros and cons of renovating vs rebuilding? It’s a big decision to make, but here, we share some key considerations to make the choice simple!
15 April, 2020
Four Benefits of a Split Level Home
When researching land to purchase, the thought of building on a sloping block at first might seem complicated. However, building on a sloping site doesn’t need to be stressful and you certainly don’t need to compromise on building the home you’ve always dreamed about. Split level house designs are the perfect solution for sloping blocks as they are designed to follow the natural slope of the land, resulting in a stunning, architectural split level home that is both unique and spacious.
18 March, 2020
Guide to Building a House on a Budget
Whether you’re a first home owner, a couple looking to upgrade and accommodate a growing family, or you’re looking to build a new investment property, we bet you’ve been looking for budget-friendly life-hacks throughout the planning process.
18 December, 2019
8 Contemporary House Facades to Consider in Your New Build
The look and feel of your home facade can dramatically impact how you feel once you’re inside it . To help inspire and guide your facade decision making, discover our 8 contemporary house facades and their features below.
25 September, 2019
5 Incredible Benefits Of Building On A Sloping Block
If you're looking to purchase a sloping block of land or perhaps recently bought one, you would know that a sloping site is generally less expensive than a level block of land. This is because the techniques to build a split level house are far more complex than a standard build. However, what you save in the land purchase can often be used to create a more unique and interesting home.
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