Building140 Stories

A builder shares three important things to know before embarking on a renovation or new build

A light and lovely boat shed-style home unfolds down a steep slope to the water in Sydney's secluded Cottage Point

The TV presenter and architecture expert takes time out to share some pearls of house-building wisdom

Dreaming of an interior courtyard? Read this first to learn about costs, waterproofing, structural issues and styles

Scott Baker reveals how he rose up the ranks, from an apprentice carpenter to director of his custom-building company

An architect decodes the complex elements in a floor plan so you know exactly what you're getting

If you're thinking about getting rid of a wall at home to create more open space, here's what you need to consider first

Figure out the right material for your patio makeover with this mini guide to concrete, wood, brick and stone

These enviable renovations add much-needed space and lifestyle-enhancing functionality to homes across Australia

An overdose of unfriendly built environments is affecting our health – but help is at hand

FSC certification was designed to help you understand the origins of timber – here's how to decipher the label