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…
The Big Cottage with a Small Footprint
Vickie and John had a vision for their new home. Taking aesthetic inspiration from the historic Californian bungalow…
Introducing Birchwood 24 – McLachlan Homes’ latest Foundation Collection home
Designed for first and second home buyers who value thoughtful design, quality inclusions, and enduring appeal, Birchwood 24…
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…
Multi-Award-Winning Builders
O’Shea & Sons were the talk of the town at the 2025 Master Builders Awards O’Shea & Sons…
Discover the McLachlan Homes Difference
As we prepare to step confidently into 2026, we’re excited to continue doing what we love most—helping families…
How to… plan your plumbing
Avoid the dreaded cold morning shower with sustainability expert Ian Cleland's advice on how to plan your plumbing.
REAL HOME: A compact, concrete home design
An ode to a hip-hop-influenced world, this compact concrete home design in Melbourne places graffiti firmly in the artistic and architectural spectrum.
Do I need a professional building designer?
DIY might be all the rage on TV, but what are the risks of not employing a professional building designer or an architect on your project? Property expert and Selling Houses Australia host Andrew Winter gives some sound advice on working with professionals.
Australia’s most complete ‘kit home’.
A Riverbuilt Kit Home is the most complete “Kit Home” available.
Grand Designs Australia: Annandale Urban house
Featured on the LifeStyle Channel’s Grand Designs Australia, Annandale urban house captures the essence of light, bright and modern terrace living.
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.
Grand Designs Australia: Hampton Timber House
Featured on the LifeStyle Channel’s Grand Designs Australia, Hampton Timber House is a truly unique timber-clad, Japanese-inspired home.
Grand Designs Australia: Stoneyfell Watertank house
Featured on the LifeStyle Channel’s Grand Designs Australia, Stoneyfell Watertank house is an experimental and intricate building based around two enormous water tanks that can capture and store a year’s worth of rain water.
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.