Lodge charm in coastal New Zealand
Perched above the sweeping waters of Lower Hutt, New Zealand, this striking American lodge-inspired home makes a bold…
Achieving Energy Efficiency in Residential Construction
With rising costs and a growing awareness of our environmental responsibility, the concept of an energy-efficient home has…
Welcome light and air back into your home with open arms
For many Australian homeowners, renovation is about more than updating finishes or adding extra space. Increasingly, it’s about…
Unveiling the 2026 Sustainable Design Trends Magazine: Your Guide to Future-Ready Homes
Australia’s design landscape is evolving faster than ever, and sustainability has shifted from a buzzword to a cornerstone…
Building an Iconic home with Dan Sparks and Big Ass Fans
Designing a home is one of life’s most exciting and personal journeys. It’s not just about creating walls…
Award-Winning Design, Crafted Just for You
At MILEHAM, architectural design and construction is personal. MILEHAM prioritises the wants and needs of its clients to…
How to… Get your plans approved
Getting plans approved for renovations or new homes is not for the faint-hearted, it requires a great deal of commitment, patience and investment of time and money. Here are a few tips to help you get your project started.
Expert advice: Safe home design
Architect and safety advocate Robert Caulfield shares his advice on how to prevent injury in the home by designing with safety in mind.
Building with… Mud bricks
With the environment becoming an increasingly more concerning issue for new home builders, using environmentally low-impact building materials such as mud bricks has transformed sustainable housing design.
Expert advice: Conventional vs alternative home design
From the traditional brick veneer to architectural marvels and eco-inspired innovations, architect Robert Harwood shares his thoughts on conventional vs alternative home design.
Building with… Straw bale
Straw bale is an aesthetic, environmentally friendly, alternate way to build your home. Using what was â?? until recently â?? merely a waste product of the grain industry, this method is now becoming popu ...
Expert advice: Saving water at home
Designer and sustainability expert Ian Cleland shares his thoughts on various methods of saving water at home.
Expert advice: Home size, is bigger better
According to property expert and host of Selling Houses Australia Andrew Winter, itâ??s not the size of your home that matters â?? itâ??s what you do with it.
What you need to know about subdividing land
When selling up and buying a new home just isnâ??t an option, consider subdivision or dual-occupancy. Architect Robert Harwood shares his advice on the sometimes tricky subjects.
Expert advice: 6 tips for working with your architect
Find out how to prepare for your first meeting with an architect with expert advice from Architect Robert Harwood.
How to… recycle and reuse building materials
Interior designer and sustainability expert Eminè Mehmet shares her advice on how to save money and create a better future by using recycled building materials.