Elliot RoadIndustrial, Perth

Who do we hire to help?As for the professionals homeowners turned to for help during their renovation during the past year, electricians and plumbers topped the most-hired list. Carpenters, cabinet makers and painters were next most popular in terms of being hired, followed by flooring specialists, tilers and builders. Again, recent homebuyers were most likely to hire a professional (92 per cent), compared with soon-to-be sellers and long-term owners (88 per cent).

1. Location: Perth, WAWhy we love it: Concrete, timber, a sparkling blue pool – this home designed by Klopper and Davis Architects is a study in intriguing contrasts.