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Renovating AdviceGrand Designs' Kevin McCloud's Advice About Home Building
The TV presenter and architecture expert takes time out to share some pearls of house-building wisdom
Full StoryBuildingHolding Court: What You Need to Know About Internal Courtyards
Dreaming of an interior courtyard? Read this first to learn about costs, waterproofing, structural issues and styles
Full StoryBuildingCandid Company: A Q&A With the Director of Baker Building Group
Scott Baker reveals how he rose up the ranks, from an apprentice carpenter to director of his custom-building company
Full StoryArchitectureExpert Advice: How to Read Patterns and Symbols on a Floor Plan
An architect decodes the complex elements in a floor plan so you know exactly what you're getting
Full StoryBalconiesSolid Ground: What Should You Use for Your Patio Floor?
Figure out the right material for your patio makeover with this mini guide to concrete, wood, brick and stone
Full StoryBest Of The WeekBest of the Week: 19 Standout Home Extensions
These enviable renovations add much-needed space and lifestyle-enhancing functionality to homes across Australia
Full StoryArchitectureBiophilic Design: The Rise of Wellness-Enhancing Architecture
An overdose of unfriendly built environments is affecting our health – but help is at hand
Full StorySustainable IdeasEco Cred: How to Buy Responsibly Sourced Timber
FSC certification was designed to help you understand the origins of timber – here's how to decipher the label
Full StoryDoorsHow to Choose External Glass Doors for Style and Energy Smarts
Glass doors are essential for creating indoor-outdoor flow – here's how to find a style that ticks all the right boxes
Full StoryLiving Rooms7 Genius Tips From Popular Open-Plan Spaces
See some of 2017’s best open-plan schemes to get you on track for your New Year design resolutions
Full StoryBuildingHow to Survive a Major Building Project
Get expert tips for improving your home... while preserving your sanity
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