May
So, how much does roof tile cleaning actually cost? For a small area, the roof tile cleaning cost can be well under $1,000, but there are still some serious savings to be made if you do it yourself. So, why is cleaning your roof so important? A roof that’s free of moss and stains can […]
March
In fact, anyone who’s ever renovated their bathroom would know that the tile shapes and patterns you choose are going to ground the rest of your design. Interior stylist and best-selling author of HOME, Emma Blomfield, weighs in on the tile shapes creating a splash in bathroom design this year, and the fixtures, fittings and […]
January
Design expert and former Blockhead, Shannon Vos, shares a few tips for how you can make your space feel fresher and better suited to a ‘new year, new me’ psyche. 1. Throw or donate anything you don’t use We all have that one drawer, pile or spare room that is chock full of perfectly good […]
November
The South Bank arbour and beach will be protected under a new vision for the 42-hectare precinct, which attracted about 14 million visitors last year. The Queensland government and South Bank Corporation have announced a new master plan for South Bank – a decision that coincides with the 30th anniversary of Brisbane hosting World Expo ’88. […]
August
DOWNSIZING? That’s so 2017. Now is the time to step up the southeast Queensland property ladder and get that bigger and better home you’ve always wanted. THEY are the “upsizers” — an emerging market of aspirational home hunters with growing families, healthy bank balances and big dreams for the future. And property experts are […]
May
Winter is almost here and at this time of year we can expect the odd cold, or worse, influenza to cause some disruption to daily life. With your focus already on staying well, this is the perfect time of year to think about the health of your home. Every property suffers from wear and tear […]
May
Was it your new year’s resolution to finally install a pool? Make a splash now with the latest trends, courtesy of these Aussie experts. Ask any landscape architect, and they’ll likely tell you the single most important thing to keep in mind when designing you pool is to adhere to your home’s style. “Ensure that the […]
April
A bright and sparkling new kitchen is the holy grail for any renovator, but without an architect or designer on board, it can be hard to imagine a drab kitchen as anything but. If you’re planning on doing a kitchen makeover yourself, the first ingredient you need is imagination. After that, it’s all about confidence. Anything is possible with […]
March
As summer comes to an end, it’s time to rearrange your house plant collection to ensure it continues to thrive. Some plants simply can’t be controlled; they know when the seasons change, go to seed when you really don’t want them to and grow out of control. With cooler days ahead, we thought you’d benefit from […]
May
There are two different incentives on offer from the QLD government, valued at $28,750 in total, and both are covered in detail this post. You could be eligible for one or both incentives. 1. First Home Buyers Grant (up to $20,000) – for those building or buying a new home; PLUS/or 2. First Home Buyers […]
April
While Brisbane is sometimes derided for being the less glamorous sister of the more cosmopolitan southeastern capitals, its weather is sunnier and its property market is growing hotter by the minute. Brisbane’s high-end residential market saw a positive shift toward the end of last year, according to real estate agency Ray White, which brokered […]
March
SYDNEYSIDERS are ditching the confines of their overpriced smaller homes and heading to the sunny north for three main reasons, according to the latest data. Uno Home Loan’s latest market analysis shows that it would take a Marketing Manager on an average wage in Sydney almost seven years to save a deposit on a median-priced […]
February
Your home can be your happy place even without a major overhaul. Sometimes being happy with your house isn’t about making big changes; it’s about learning to appreciate the little things. Paring down, painting your front door a new color, changing the linens — or just the way you look at things — can make […]
July
Have you ever noticed the beauty and diversity of Brisbane’s historical houses? The Brisbane City Councils website offers a number of excellent resources for information on heritage style homes and their history in the Brisbane City Council area. Recognising housing styles Brisbane character houses represent a wide variety of styles spanning more than a century […]
July
From what we are seeing in the area in recent weeks, there is good buyer enquiry around the inner Brisbane suburbs within 10km of the City at the moment. There is a hike in competitiveness for established houses and the land they sit on as properties are becoming scarce. According to realestate.com.au, of 326 suburbs […]
June
Well, it’s the end of financial year today the 30th June. Plus, this Saturday, 2nd July, our Nation goes to the polls to decide on who will govern the country. Our property transactions see some settlements rushing to be finalized before the day is over. Confidence is growing and demand for Brisbane and Australian Property […]
June
The triple threat when it comes to presenting any home for sale is the kitchen, bathrooms and street appeal. It is in these areas that buyers emotions are most heightened. The psychology may have something to do with first impressions on street appeal, and the sense of confidence a buyer may feel in property as […]
June
Here is a selection of some very striking furniture. Though a little weird in places, we hope this selection of 6 unusual furniture pieces will inspire you. Whether you are looking to decorate your home or like me, you just like to look at this type of thing, there is bound to be something in […]
May
Nano Technology is truly a revolution. Emerging fairly recently from around the 1960’s and 70’s the technology revolves around the concept of manipulating matter on very minute to subatomic scales. The influence of nano-technology in the following examples of amazing technology is a dominant factor across their respective developments. Here is a summary of several […]
April
These beautiful homes, these historical structures and dying breed have stood the test of time and deserve a strong rambunctious kitchen to solidify their future longevity. The kitchen hearth is the heart of the home. If you’re thinking about renovating the heart of your home, consider these few examples which really focus on functional longevity […]
