Cladding evolution
Building the three homes sequentially gave us the opportunity to make improvements as we went. The cladding evolution is a good example of that process. Read More
Cladding materials for number 2
Experience gained from building our first home helped to make some modifications to the cladding specifications for the second one. For example, we replaced Shadowclad with more Klip Lok steel cladding. Read More
Landscaping makes a difference
After the hot weather and other project priorities conspiring against us, it was a pleasure to finally start on landscaping the front garden of Unit 1. There are three main elements to the garden - crazy paving slate steps, a found object sculpture within a ring of railway sleepers and an indigenous bushland theme. Read More
Cladding choices on display
Using a reverse brick veneer design opens up a world of choices in cladding materials. As Your Home points out, cladding is an important part of a home’s aesthetic appeal, ... Read More
Preparing window frames
After Aspect Windows delivered the windows and door frames, we swung into action with preparing them for installation. Preparation included filling nail holes, sanding the timber and applying two coats of Organoil. Read More
Liveability Real Estate is something new
The Centre for Liveability Real Estate wants to promote better house design by translating sustainable design principles into an easily understood list of liveability features which appeal to potential buyers. Read More
Cladding choices
Selecting suitable claddings for the finished homes is an important step. We will be using a combination of four materials chosen for their looks and sustainability. Read More
Indigenous landscaping plans
With the layout of the homes on the block nearing completion, we can turn our attention to the garden. The objective is to create an informal garden based on indigenous plants. Using indigenous plants benefits native animals as well as providing a low maintenance garden for the residents. Read More
Looking after the mature trees
An important part of our landscaping plan is looking after the mature trees on the block. We want to work with the trees, rather than develop a design which ignores ... Read More
Sustainable design tips from the Melbourne Home Show
The recent Melbourne Home Show was an ideal opportunity to find out what builders and suppliers are offering in terms of sustainable design tips. Libby and I planned a mix of ... Read More- 1
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