How to Seamlessly Integrate your Home’s Indoor/Outdoor Living Areas

How to Seamlessly Integrate your Home’s Indoor/Outdoor Living Areas

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How often do we hear the term, getting back to nature? More than ever, this concept is being applied to the innovative design and architecture of contemporary homes today. Read More

The Humble Garage – An Integral ‘Room’ in the House

The Humble Garage – An Integral ‘Room’ in the House

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The humble garage has certainly evolved over the years, from being a place to park the car with dad's workbench crammed in at the back, covered with jars full of nails and screws, tools hanging on makeshift hooks and garden implements crammed up against the wall. Read More

HOME FLOORING TRENDS

Home Flooring Trends

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As flooring is a key design element in creating atmosphere and style for your new home, choosing the right floor coverings can be a challenge. The first step involves deciding what look and feel you want throughout, plus it’s important to consider the function of each room and your budget. Read More

Taking the Confusion Out Of Heating Your Home

Taking the Confusion Out Of Heating Your Home

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So, which is your preferred heating source? Radiant or Convective heat? And which is best for your new home? Let us explain. When it comes to Home Heating, there are two broad types of Heating. 1. Radiant: The sun is the best example and it's free. Read More

VENTILATION – THE SOLUTION TO A HEALTHY HOME

Ventilation – the solution to a healthy home.

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One of the challenges with a modern home is that they’re so well sealed they can’t breathe. Result? Damp walls, wet windows and mould As we breathe, we’re expelling moisture. Cooking, showers and baths produce even more moisture, so you end up with a very damp, unhealthy home if it’s not sufficiently ventilated. So, how do you make that horrible window condensation go away? How do you make mould build up in bathrooms go away? What can you do in a home to turn it into a healthy home? Read More

“A warm Healthy Energy Efficient Home”

A warm Healthy Energy Efficient Home

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The key to creating a warm energy efficient healthy home starts with your plans; using passive design principles to make the most of the sun's free natural warmth. The aspect (orientation and position) of your home in relation to the sun, is a critical factor as to how well your home will absorb heat in the winter. The ideal building site for a warm, energy efficient home gets plenty of sun, has a northly aspect and is sheltered from prevailing winds. Read More

DIY HOME DECORATING TIPS – ADDING PERSONALITY TO YOUR HOME

DIY home decorating tips – adding personality to your home.

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Here are lots of finishing touches you can add to enhance the décor and personality of your beautiful new home. As mentioned in our earlier blog titled Making your home a reflection of yourself, the creative inclusion of layers and texture to spaces brings warmth and character to your home, including the addition of soft furnishings, art and accessories to brighten each room. Read More

Interior design – Making your home a reflection of yourself

Interior design – Making your home a reflection of yourself

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A great design creates a story of who you are. Your home should be a reflection of you and your family, both aesthetically and practically. Don't be afraid to put splashes of your personality in key areas of your home. Read More

HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS

Home is Where the Heart is

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Mother's Day has come and gone, but it is still a reminder to celebrate our mothers and personally thank them for their love and the positive influence they have had on our lives, and families to come. Read More