Fire pits are one of the hottest trends in outdoor living right now. They’ve have become a kind of gathering place for family and friends in backyards across WA. Providing warmth on cold nights, they are both aesthetically pleasing and create an unrivalled ambience. Gathering around a fire with friends to talk, laugh and toast…

Windows are a fantastic way to bring life & nature into your home – they let in natural light, allow ventilation and give you a glimpse of the beautiful outside world. However, it’s important that your windows have coverings so that you can also enjoy your privacy, reduce glare and insulate your home. Open plan…

Its all about those triangles What comes to mind when you ask yourself what the most important elements of a kitchen are (apart from food, of course)? If you answered the cook top, fridge, and sink, you’ve unearthed ‘the kitchen work triangle’. It’s important to strike the right balance when installing these three vital features.…

Tending to a beautiful garden, especially during summer, can be a difficult task. Luckily, there are plenty of things you can do around your garden to reduce your water waste. To ensure you have a green oasis all year long, see our five tips to create the perfect waterwise garden: Prepare the soil well and add…

The living room is one of the most important rooms in any home. It is often where families spend most of their down time while at home and is also used to entertain guests. Regardless of the size of your living room, it’s important that it feels spacious and comfortable. Below are a few tips…

Unfortunately, household chores are a part of life and each area of your home will need a good clean every now and then. If you take a few minutes out of each day to perform a quick clean, it will save you from frantically cleaning whenever expected (or unexpected) guests come round. Light maintenance can…

After months of research and home opens, designing, planning and decorating; it’s time to show off your new house.  What better way than by hosting a house warming party to celebrate with friends and family. A successful party does require some planning and preparation, so here are some helpful ideas to get you started. When…

From setbacks to BAL ratings, navigating through the Australian building jargon can often feel like a never-ending game of scrabble. We have compiled this list of building lingo to help explain some of the most common building terms. GLOSSARY OF TERMS Access – approach or way in. Aggregate – the crushed stone or alternative substance…

When choosing flooring for your home, there is a lot to consider. It’s not just about what looks good but also what is practical for the use of the room and of course budget and personal style. For bathrooms and other wet areas, the best option is always tiling which is why new builds will…

What R these things? R Codes and what they mean. You might hear the term R Codes thrown around when you’re looking to build on new land, subdivide or develop an existing property, but what are they? The City of Swan explains that the Residential Design Codes, or more commonly called the “R-Codes”, provide a comprehensive basis…