Travel Issues
It’s a Saturday morning and your partner says “Why don’t we go and look at some blocks that have been advertised in the paper?” So you jump in the car and in no time at all you are at the…
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5 Power Tools You Need For Your Next Renovation
Guest Post by Rebecca Lee Embarking on a home renovation project is always an exciting proposition. Whether you’re planning a minor makeover or a major overhaul, having the right power tools can make a world of difference to its success…
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Garage Doors
Originally garages doors were hinged doors, then tilt and lift doors came in. More recently the main choice for garage doors is between roller doors or sectional panels. Roller Doors Fairly common as its the most used door in commercial…
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How to Pack and Move Large and Tricky Items
Guest Post by Rebecca Lee Moving to a new home is an exciting adventure, but it can quickly become daunting when faced with the challenge of packing and moving large and tricky items. Whether it’s a bulky piece of furniture…
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Seashell House? or Cave House?
This Russian house is supposedly modelled on a seashell. At 230m2 on three levels its got a similar floor area to many typical Australian Houses. The main problem is from the inside it feels more like a cave. To see…
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7 Outdoor Patio Design Ideas to Revamp Your Outdoor Living
Guest Post by Rebecca Lee Picturing lively parties under the starlit skies while smoke from a BBQ grill tantalises your tastebuds? Or a cosy, louvred nook where you can hide from the sun and read a book? That’s exactly what…
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Contracts – Prime Cost Items
Some new house building contracts will have ‘Prime Cost’ items. These are used for fixtures, or fittings, which the Client requires, but have not been finally selected prior to signing the Contract. An example would be they want a professional…
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How To Choose The Right Wardrobe For A Small Space
Guest Post by Lila Bennett Wardrobe management can often feel like a strategic chess game, especially when space is a luxury you can’t afford. Imagine trying to squeeze your unique fashion collection into a compact room. It’s no easy feat….
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Solar Design – Over the Top?
This modular pavilion has a floor area of 154m2. It has an average daily consumption of about 20kWh . . . . but with all those solar panels its expected energy production is 100 kwh. OK its efficient but it…
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Monochrome Majesty: How to Style a Grey Bathroom
Guest Post bt Hubert Dwight You want your home to look and feel amazing. After all, it’s where you spend the majority of your downtime. That’s why it is worth putting some effort into your home design. With some thought,…
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