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A poorly designed laundry won’t just be uncomfortable and inconvenient; it can also be dangerous. This article explores the current regulations for laundry spaces and clearances, giving home owners and renovators all the information they need.

Designing a good laundry is often a matter of balancing what you need, with the amount of space that's actually available. Find out how...

Ventilation shapes how a home feels to live in. It influences indoor air quality, controls moisture, supports efficient heating and cooling and protects the building fabric over time. It also affects design choices early on, from window layout to the way services are specified.

A well designed plumbing system can offer significant water and energy savings. There have been many developments in recent years that have made plumbing systems...

Getting the right hot water system for your particular needs is important. The wrong choices can be very inefficient, will cost you far more...

Australia’s lighting requirements are governed by the National Construction Code (NCC), commonly referred to as the Building Code of Australia (BCA), along with supporting AS/NZS standards. These set minimum levels for safety, amenity, energy efficiency and performance across residential and commercial settings.

The outside edges of an exterior door in particular can make a significant contribution to your home's overall energy efficiency. See how draught stoppers,...

Created and approved by the BUILD.com.au team, this ventilation checklist is designed to guide you through the process step by step—whether you're just starting...

Cooling technologies differ hugely in terms of their initial and running costs, environmental impact, and how effectively they actually cool the air in your...

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