When it comes time to buy a new barbecue, every weekend-entertaining warrior dreams of a monstrous meat-beast: 14 burners, a grill big enough to cook Read more
Creating sustainable homes for universal access
Creating liveable homes for all ages and personal mobility issues is a forward-thinking and value-adding objective.Towards this aim, the Liveable Homes initiative was developed to Read more
Technology is the key to kickstarting a long-overdue revitalisation of Australia’s property industry
3 minute readCOVID has forced every industry to embrace new technologies, to cope with the challenges of the pandemic. Learning how to remain productive while Read more
Designing for climate
Constructing homes with passive design principles is an increasing priority for owners and builders.People are comfortable only within a very narrow range of conditions.The human Read more
Diplomatic relations at their noise-reducing best
Noisy neighbours can make every day seem like you’re living in the middle of a war zone.But there are simple ways in which harmony can Read more
Protecting your home against pest invasion
Pest infestation is never pleasant, but if you detect evidence of unwanted visitors in your home, there are methods to remove them quickly and efficiently.Maintaining Read more
Why buyers continue to love regions
Research reveals a continued surge in the number of people moving from capital cities to regional centres.According to the June-quarter Regional Movers Index, there was Read more
Pet loves for cohesive apartment living
Apartment living is becoming increasingly popular, and with this comes the rise of apartment pets. The property that you live in should not determine whether you Read more
Décor apps that put home improvement in the picture
Visualising how a colour palette, design scheme or new furniture will suit your new home requires artistic vision and forethought.If you have a design style Read more
Renovation research pointers
Whether you are building or undertaking a major renovation, check current legislation in your region to ensure that the work provided is under warranty. Most Read more
Window shades with a view to energy efficiency
The best-dressed windows serve a valuable dual purpose of keeping the winter chill at bay and blocking harsh sunlight at the height of summer.But they Read more
Your home protection plan for bushfire season
The dire consequences of Australia’s Black Summer bushfires in 2019-2020 remain a tragic legacy. There were around 24 lives and countless wildlife lost, 2,448 homes, Read more
