Living spaces

Bushfires are a serious hazard in many parts of Australia. Hotter, drier conditions and strong winds can cause fires to spread quickly, so gardens in bushfire-prone areas must be designed with safety in mind.

Coastal properties offer beautiful views, but gardens face unique conditions such as strong winds, sandy soil and salt spray. Many of the country’s homes are within 50 km of the coast, which makes these factors especially common in renovation projects by the sea.

Constant or strong winds can pose problems for gardens, threatening the health of your plants and your enjoyment of your garden. Knowing how to...

While a lack of water is the problem in many Australian gardens, excess water can lead to swampy conditions and mozzie infestations. See how...

Creating a garden on a steep block calls for some clever landscaping to develop useable areas, to prevent material and fertiliser run off, and...

While the terrible drought of the 2000s has thankfully come to an end, Australians still garden in some of the drier places on earth....

There are a few different regulations relating to the way that baths need to be installed. These include rules about the quality and manufacture...

A pergola can be a beautiful and functional addition to any home, offering shade, enhancing outdoor living spaces and increasing property value. But before you start designing or building one, it’s essential to understand the rules and regulations that apply in your local area.

European laundries are a clever and space-saving laundry design that has become increasingly popular in Australian renovations and new homes. Especially useful for smaller blocks or where every square metre counts, a European laundry cleverly combines functionality and compactness without sacrificing style or practicality.