Mr. Enthusiast’s Frequently Asked Questions
The building process can be confusing, particularly for those embarking on the journey to building their first home. Often, conversations and paperwork are littered with industry jargon and unfamiliar practices, making them difficult to decipher without the support of a reliable homes consultant. We encourage our clients to approach us with any queries they may…
New Year, New Look
Ways to Refresh your Home in 2024 We all like to think of the new year as a clean slate, an opportunity to reset and start anew. There are many things that you can do to shake up your ordinary life and routine, ranging from lifestyle and diet changes to a new hobby or change…
The cost of building a house in 2023
It’s well known that the cost of both buying and building a house in Australia has suffered a dramatic increase over the past few years. An increase in demand has made finding permanent housing extremely difficult for many Australians, whether they’re in the rental or home ownership markets. Many people are considering whether now is…
How to keep things classy & timeless with a black colour scheme
Are you in the process of building or renovating your home? Unless you have a vision in mind, you might be feeling overwhelmed by possible colour schemes, tile trends or choosing an overall theme for your home. If you’re at a loss, we suggest keeping things simple and sticking to the basics: black and white.…
Things to consider before building a house
If you’ve decided to take the plunge and build your own home, there are a lot of things that you will need to consider. To get you started, we’ve compiled a short summary for both experienced and first home builders. The building landscape is constantly changing, as are relevant rules and regulations, so it’s important…
Spooky DIY Halloween Decorations
Spooky DIY Halloween DecorationsWith Halloween creeping closer, there’s not a lot of time left to deck out your home with decorations. Some of the best and most affordable decorations may have already disappeared from store shelves, meaning you may not have a lot of options left. We’ve scoured the internet for the best DIY decorations…
Energy efficiency – how to save costs and reduce your carbon footprint
With prices steadily increasing across every industry, many Australians are being forced to become more conscious of their spending. While it’s easier to cut certain things out, like that daily beer at the pub, you might be less sure of how you can decrease costs at home. Now, if you’ve read any of our previous…
Designing the perfect nursery
There’s certainly a lot to think about if you’re expecting a little one, especially if they’re your first! When it comes to preparing your home, it’s important to create a cosy space where your child will feel safe and comfortable. If you’re a planner, then you’ve probably already got a Pinterest board full of design…
Siteworks: What are they? And, more importantly, what do they cost?
Siteworks, also known as Earthworks, have been the source of many heated arguments between builders and clients over time. It’s important that as a first home buyer, you understand what siteworks are, and why there are often hidden or unexpected costs that can arise. Without a basic grasp of what is involved in siteworks, you…
Buying a property? Here’s what you need to know
Buying land can be a stressful and lengthy process. While location is important and is often at the forefront of people’s minds, it’s not the only thing that needs to be considered. We’ve compiled a list of some of the main things you should think about before you purchase a property. Zoning You’ve probably heard…