Two plants I can suggest that I have chosen for my garden, are virtually unkillable, will grow in almost ANY soil or weather conditions & require little maintenance are: butterfly/african iris & Celtic Cascade tree. Both can be left to go a little wild for a natural look, or be cared for, to fit perfectly in a more formal garden. In regards to the iris, I removed my entire garden of mature, property damaging trees when I moved into my new house, but didn't want to wait years for a new mature garden, so I searched online for ppl selling/giving fully grown specimens away before they did renovations or re landscaped! The plants were a cinch to dig up, replant in my heavy clay soil & are thriving! I even cut some of them in half before planting and it didn't phase them!

Oh super helpful. I searched for Pool Houses but "Enclosed Pool Houses" have really filtered the designs I was looking for inspiration. Thanks! It's so important I find the right builder for this in my area. I've not had much luck in the past with contractors and really want a smooth build. Cheers!

if you have an architect or building designer working on your renovation plans they should know what's required in your area but i would prefer to have advice direct from the Council before starting any plans...first locate your original site plans showing the existing house and all the underground water and sewer pipes including the location of the council sewer lines (a copy should be available from Council) and discuss your proposal with local council..we were given permission to build over sewer pipes under strict guidelines but depends on your exact situation...

It looks like theres a gate there , and although you mightn't envisage using the garage for vehicles in the near future , you may sell or your use may change -- in other words , don't plonk anything permanent there . Just a general observation too -- IMO the house with white window surrounds looks a lot more balanced than the garage with a grey door . Personally , I'd do the garage door in white , and then all the fence and probably the deck in a charcoal . That may be in your plans , or you may disagree , just a quick observation .