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The Future of Sustainable Home Architecture
Sustainability is the keyword of future housing, challenging the best architects to follow the sustainable home architecture and design buildings that are not only attractive and functional but also have minimal impact on our environment, as well as providing for the health and comfort of the occupants. Sustainable home architecture can be achieved by applying […]
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12 Ways to Create “Hygge” With Outdoor Lighting
Hygge, or hyggelig, is a Danish/Norwegian word that embodies everything we connect with “cosiness.” No longer a well-kept Scandinavian secret, the concept of creating a hyggelig atmosphere is spreading globally. And in Australia, the place we like to spend the most time, outdoors, is the one place that could use a lot more “hygge” in […]
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How to Clean Your Decking Boards
A deck is perfect for outdoor entertaining. However, it can also require a lot of maintenance to keep it looking good all year round. Keeping your deck clean all year round will make them look better and protect them from weather damage and any other problems that can arise over time. Regular cleaning and maintenance is […]
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Decking Installation: How to hire the right deck installer for your home
When it comes to decking intallation, careful planning is crucial. Many people start with design, trying to find the right deck colour to match with existing elements of the home’s exterior. But there is one crucial step required even before you start designing your future deck – to find an experienced and reliable builder. A […]
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Composite Vs. Natural Timber Decking: Pros & Cons
As you plan your new dream deck, one of the crucial choices you’ll need to make is what type of decking product to use. Do you stick with traditional timber, or take a leap forward and opt for the increasingly popular composite timber decking? Here we explore the pros and cons of composite vs. natural […]
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Backyard Design Ideas for Christmas
Christmas holiday season is upon us, so there is no better way to get into a festive mood than to decorate inside and outside your home. So, we want to speak about backyard design ideas for Christmas. When you celebrate a Christmas in Australia, it generally means you host the celebration in your backyard and […]
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Renovation Guide: How to Get Your Backyard Ready for Summer
Summer is on its way and, in Australia, it is best spent entertaining outdoors. With warmer days and nights, now is the perfect time to check off your to-do list and get your backyard into shape and ready for summer fun. Backyard renovation guide: The goal is to have an attractive, but still low-maintenance backyard. Here […]
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Why Composite Panel Cladding May be a Better Option for Your Home’s Exterior
While we focus a lot of our efforts—and budget on the interior of our new home, first impressions and invaluable ‘kerb appeal’ come from our home’s exterior. Contemporary design nowadays often includes an external cladding that enhances the architectural beauty of the building.
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Don’t take your Grant for Granted!
Building a new home can be an exciting process. When planning our design, many of us won’t run the risk of mistaking our neighbour’s home for our own; we do a lot of things to set our houses apart from one another. Whether it’s painting the exterior a shade of demin blue, or planting a gigantic […]
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Decking Maintenance: How to Prepare Your Deck for Winter
The good news is, if you have composite (or plastic) decking, the decking maintenance requirements are minimal. You won’t need to do anything to prepare your deck for winter, other than your usual cleaning. Resistant to mould, pests and UV rays, composite decking does not rot, stain or fade and provides a low-maintenance alternative to […]