Many of our community have been following along and watching Jess’s knock-down re-build in Sydney’s Northern Beaches in our community group. Jess is ecstatically happy to share her stunning small bathroom designs for her main bathroom and ensuite, and how she managed to create a luxurious look on a budget >>> Creating two lovely bathrooms…
Space can be tight in Sydney to squeeze in a swimming pool! This month Renovating Mums chatted to Jess Canabou about how she went installing a small plunge pool in her back yard in the Northern Beaches. To help her budget Jess managed her pool installation as an Owner Builder…read on >>> Installing a small…
The approvals process for a renovation or build can be a minefield of confusion; does my project need a DA? Or can I submit a CDC? Or is it even Exempt Development? And what do all of these actually mean?!! Renovating Mums chatted to Gregg from Rapid Plans on what each of the different development…
Family life can be pretty busy. Juggling children, work and the responsibilities both entail means we can be so busy that spending the weekend tending to our garden is the last thing we want to do. If this sounds like you, then you need some low-maintenance landscaping ideas. Check out these low maintenance tips that will…
Space in a family home can be at a premium. Staircases cut into precious space in the floor plan leaving a funny shaped leftover nook. Rather than just boxing this up, here are our top 6 fabulous ideas for effective under stair design… Top 6 Ideas for Under Stair Design 1. Reading Nook I love…
Planning to renovate your family bathroom or building a new home? Along with Kitchens, Bathrooms are one of the most expensive rooms of the house to renovate or build. With so many fixtures and fittings in a small area and the variety of specialist trades required this is understandable. To make your life a little…
Let there be light! There are many things to consider when designing your lighting floor plan. Its is not just about statement pendants (although we love these), its about ensuring your have the right light for the task, in the correct location to create the ambiance and feel you want in your home. We chatted…
How to plan and design a wardrobe that works… Walk in wardobes, fitted robes; sliding, hinged, mirror wardrobes. So many choices! Your wardrobe is one of the most important functional features of the bedroom. You need to build it right, as there is nothing more frustrating than wardrobe doors that won’t close due to not…
Fireplaces do more than just create a warm homely atmosphere for those cold winter days and nights, they can also help you create an alfresco atmosphere that enhances the outdoor entertaining experience. We chatted to Abbey Fireplaces and their team in Brookvale for their advice on the best outdoor fireplaces to keep you warm and…
We all want to stay in control of our renovation budget, and a fixed price building contract allows you to do just that. We chatted to the experts from Cape Cod Australia on what a fixed price building contract is, and why it really matters… Your architect or builder will likely give you a “ballpark”…