Getting plans approved advice

FeatureWelcome to Mirabello

Grecian resort design sensibility fused with Australian nuances redefines the luxury living experience in Tarragindi, Queensland. Adopting its…

Getting plans approved advice

New HomesHow 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.
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New HomesBuilding 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.
Building with... Straw bale

New HomesBuilding 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 ...
The rise of the home office

NewsThe rise of the home office

Todayâ??s home office is more than a bedroom that has a desk in it â?? The Blockâ??s John McGrath shares his take on the rise of the bespoke home office.