Without seeing the space in question, you could always consider getting them custom-made. For e.g. your local woodworkers association should be able to design and build some open hardwood storage boxes, which you could then have lined by a professional dressmaker, or yourself, if skilled in that area. Alternatively, have a look at an Australian company -http://www.masterworksbasketware.com.au/basketware, which stock a large range of cane, wicker, willow, bamboo, seagrass baskets, etc. (some already lined), which may prove suitable. Another website is: http://www.freedom.com.au/homewares/storage/boxes-baskets/, or you could try e-bay. Good luck.

As a ballpark starting figure use around $1800 - 2000 per square metre. This just a ballpark figure to use as as starting point and can easily vary either side. So for $150k for that size dwelling is only around $600 per square metre...... Contact a local designer (the good ones understand budgets and costings) and start from there. Material and product choices will vary the cost to construct greatly so keep that in mind. Building costs are always increasing not going down.

As previously mentioned, not traditional baths can be a nightmare with kids, so if kids are on your agenda, have a good think. Also, if you are not going to stay in the house for a LONG time, consider resale. Parents look for traditional baths for young children and non-traditional bathrooms look good, but can be a real turnoff. If this is your forever, no-kid home, go for it. If not, perhaps reconsider. I am also wondering why you are looking to spend so much on a bathroom that you will not be using (apart from the bath)? Just be careful you haven't overspent/overcapitalised on a portion of the house that really only needs to be functional and modern. People might love the bathrooms on the block, or whatever, but they buy houses in their price-range with functional amenities. Just some food for thought. Good luck with the build.

At a time when prices are rising for both building materials and furniture, it seems that it will not be possible to finish repairs immediately. The kitchen is considered one of the most expensive rooms in the overall furnishing estimate. We asked designers which items could be cut. In many respects, the opinions of the pros agreed, which only proves - the tips "working." They can be used. Any custom solutions are more expensive than the standard ones. Even a modular kitchen can be built in if you make a niche for the given dimensions in advance. Try to abandon some of the hinged cabinets and "mix" the kitchen set with open shelves - it will save your budget significantly. Also, don't forget the trash. If you have a small kitchen, it shouldn't take up much space. It's best to buy a can crusher at https://www.amazon.ca/HomeBuddy-Can-Crusher-Recycling-Aluminum/dp/B08D6QV6B5 in all, these are the basic tips I can give you.