Energy efficient homes are sometimes called ‘smart’ homes or ‘sustainable’ homes. The demand for energy efficient homes is booming in Australia. The reasons for this trend include growing environmental awareness and rising energy costs. Why should you invest in an energy efficient home? Increased Comfort A well-designed energy efficient home requires little energy to make it comfortable all year round. Utilising passive solar design principles, insulating roofs and walls and the installation of window seals to prevent draughts eliminates the need for heating
When you’re building a new house, there are so many choices you need to make. From roofing to appliances, your head is probably spinning. One of the hardest choices though is your floor covering – specifically, new carpet. Why? There are just so many options. The best carpet for your home is often based on your specific needs. Do you have young kids and pets? If yes, stain resistance should be a priority. Will it be used in high traffic areas
As Millions of Millennials enter their prime home-owning age, the home building industry could be headed for better times. With the latest homeownership craze among millennials and the tight supply of used homes for sale on the market, many are looking at building new versus buying existing. Given that your home will reflect your personality, you need to select the right home builder for a customized home design. A well-designed home is considered as the first step towards wellness. Additionally, considering that building a home is a lifetime
The unprecedented property price growth we’ve had, pockets of undersupply across many parts of Australia and slow income growth, has meant that families and young couples are still finding it hard to find affordable homes. According to a survey, the average first home buyer can afford around only one third of all homes in Australia, however this is even lower in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. First home buyers are being forced to compromise on their homes location, property type and number
Buying your dream home is one of the most exciting things that you’ll ever do. But it’s also one of the most stressful things you’ll ever have to go through. One recent survey revealed that about 40% of people believe that buying a home is actually the “most stressful event in modern life.” Getting a loan might make it easier for you to afford your home but the process of getting an approved loan can be quite stressful. The uncertainty over whether or not
In the ever-evolving world of home design, we’ve identified five trends that we see as leading the pack in 2020. We also share some home design trends that are on their way out. Overall, we are seeing a shift from magazine-perfection to cosy minimalism, from rich colour schemes and industrial accents to white colours and natural, organic design elements along with wooden florring. All while incorporating the latest innovations in smart home technology! Technology Is In Home automation continues to grow more