It’s a wonderful feeling to sit in a coastal garden and enjoy the distant metronome of waves crashing on the beach. Beach houses with a cleverly designed coastal garden leave an indelible impression, especially on prospective buyers seeking a new home in a beachside suburb. A coastal garden is a stunning asset for the property.…
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If you own one of Australia’s favourite architectural designs – Federation, Queen Anne or a Californian bungalow – then you’ll likely to know all about tuck-pointing. It’s the art of restoring bricks, mortar and stonework by grinding back loose or compromised materials and replacing them seamlessly so your home looks as good as new. The…
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Garden fences are a reality of life but that doesn’t mean they have to be an eyesore or boring. You can use to brighten your border with a variety of approaches. Conventional methods to hide an ugly fence, including bamboo screens, vinyl panels and fast-growing vines. Or, you can give your garden an additional splash…
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Green is back thanks to interior designers who are embracing eco-fashion. New house designs and renovations are being dominated by a philosophy of embracing the environment and stepping lightly on the planet. Judicious use of indoor plants are blurring the lines between lounge rooms and outdoor entertaining. Soft furnishings of natural fibre are replacing man-made…
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Few features warm the hearts of prospective property buyers more in cooler months than a fireplace. From a purchaser’s perspective, a beautifully presented fireplace – especially one that retains the style of the original architecture, adds character and warmth to any room. Whether you have a period or modern home, fireplaces can be a major…
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A methodical approach is needed for choosing a builder for a renovation or new construction project. Word of mouth is far and away the most reliable form of recommendation if you have had no previous experience with a construction company. As your agent, we can offer some perspective and know know the good builders in…
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Living in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a garden. With a little thought and careful planning you can turn your balcony into a feast of flowers or a wonderful source of herbs, fruit and vegetables. A well-planned balcony garden makes a huge impact on buyers. It provides an additional facet to your property…
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Classical, elegant interiors with feature pieces are the hallmark of Parisian design. Spectacular fireplaces and huge mirrors with gilt framing are two of the most striking aspects of typical Parisian interior design, but the approach is so much more. Parisian interiors mix traditional design with a chic sense of modern fashion. This freedom allows you…
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Fashion has gone minimalist in the bedroom department. Styles and themes for the bedroom are constantly changing. This year, designs are turning back to nature, capitalising on light and space. From a colour perspective, blue and beige are out. So too is the linear, straight-line approach for furniture and its arrangement. Instead, embrace the notion…
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Back in their day, homes built in the 1970s were the height of sophistication and design-smarts. But now they’re coming up for 50 years old and may be showing their age. Homes from the 1970s have a lot of merits. They were overwhelmingly designed to be comfortable family homes and as such usually have open…
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