Waterstruck Clinker Bricks: Traditional Craft, Made to Order
Most bricks made today are extruded — pushed through a die in a continuous ribbon and cut to…
Ring Oven Clinker Bricks: A Craft Modern Brickmaking Cannot Replicate
In an era of highly automated manufacturing, some of the world’s most distinctive bricks are still made much…
Brick Slips: The Real Brick Look, Without the Weight
When people hear “brick slips,” they often picture a cheap imitation — a thin veneer that looks fine…
Elevating Coastal Living with a Modern Roof Transformation
Discover how an architectural design studio transformed a beachfront home in Mt Maunganui, North Island, New Zealand, using…
Nordic Sophistication: A Timeless Blend of Heritage and Modern Living
Located in the heart of Melbourne’s inner eastern suburbs, this extensive renovation seamlessly blends the old with the…
Durra Panel: 100% Biodegradable Building Material
A natural building product for lining internal walls and ceilings in commercial, industrial and residential applications, Durra Panel…
Aluminium Formwork: the perfect new build solution
Sustainable, lightweight and easy to work with, aluminium formwork is a great way to save time and money on any new home build
The Monier Look: A Stylish Update
After an extensive and stylish renovation, the Higgins family decided they needed a roof that matched their new…
Topping off The Block, showcases of the properties of Terracotta
The Nine Network’s The Block again showcases the long-lasting properties of Terracotta – and its innate beauty Renovating…
A 130-year-old grand homestead roof renovation: a fine romance
A 130-year-old grand homestead in NSW’s Southern Highlands is updated with a roof that respects and honours its heritage
Zen and the Art of Roofing: a Japanese-style home design
Denis and Debbie Grant have fulfilled a life-long dream with their Japanese-style home just north of Brisbane. We explore the zen qualities that manifest themselves in this inspired project
Madison concrete tiles: the ‘Bali High’ look in Bokarina
Jenny Trafford says she’s perfected her dream home with her latest build – topped off by Monier’s spectacular Madison concrete tiles
Composite Exterior Cladding: a townhouse project
Sometimes a new material can provide the perfect complement to your project - in this case some clever composite exterior cladding, which provides both a stylish and cost-saving solution
Light & Lovely: How to achieve the Hamptons look for your home
Top tips on how to achieve the grand, Hamptons-inspired look for your home and interior Recently I visited…
Wall panels: creating your perfect feature wall
Feature walls are a great way to personalise a home, but there is more to creating features than just adding paint or paper.
The Eco Economy: understanding the jargon behind energy efficiency
Want your new home to work for you? Here's what you need to know about energy efficiency for a home design that's also perfect for the environment.