Architectural Bridge – Fail
It’s not a new house but it is architecture and my wife or I used it every day for several years. It’s the footbridge at Footscray Railway Station. Looks fairly impressive and very modern with its round shape………….So why is…
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4 Signs You Need To Add An Extension To Your Home
Guest Post by Karen Mitchell “Things change, people change. Everything changes.” These are words in a song lyric that holds true meaning.Speaking of changes, it’s next to natural to want to change your current home. However, if you’re not entirely…
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Don’t Stubb Your Toe
I saw this bed on facebook the other day Looks good but it would hurt if you stubbed you toe, as its solid brick which you can see from this 2nd photo. The other problem I can see is we…
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How To Prepare Your Home For Another La Niña Summer In Australia
Guest Post by Natalie lge The summer of 2022/2023 is set to be the third La Niña summer in a row for Australia. Even if you had thoroughly prepared your home for La Niña the first or second time round,…
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Laundry Door Fail
I don’t know if builders are still providing patio doors in the laundry. It was fairly common in 2005 when we last bought a new house. I really don’t understand the concept! What’s the point of a full length window…
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Durable Kitchen Flooring Options to Consider for Your Remodel
Guest Post by John Guevara Remodelling your kitchen is one of the most challenging activities you can engage in. Unlike a living room or a bedroom, which contain a few in-built components or complex wiring, kitchens usually have a lot…
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Beer Bottle – Recycling?
I was walking along a street and saw this unique garden edging…….Upturned beer bottles. Apart from showing everybody how much you drink I don’t think its very safe if you slip when you are digging…… all that broken glass. Although…
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A Simple Guide On Getting Your Home Ready For Auction
Guest Post by Natalie lge Selling your home can be a daunting task. from researching the market and finding the right real estate agent to negotiating a final sales price, there’s a lot to think about. One of the most…
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Understanding Retaining Walls
Its quite usual when you have a sloping site to need a retaining wall to make the land you build on level. You might need a retaining wall just to have a flat garden. Retaining walls are not simple structures….
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How To Make Your Home Feel Spacious Inside And Out
Guest Post by Natalie lge When it comes to living space, bigger is often better. . . First and foremost, ample room allows for easy movement and organisation, promoting both physical and mental well-being. A larger home also offers more…
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