Roof designs and styles
Roofs come in many different designs, shapes and styles to suit different tastes and needs. Find out more about the practical differences between roof...
Skillion roof
Sometimes called a 'shed roof', a skillion roof is similar to a flat roof, but uses a steeper pitch which allows for better drainange....
Flat roof
Flat roofs are, as the name suggests, a flat, low-pitched style of roof that can be used as an upstairs living area or roof...
Gabled roof
A gabled roof, often called a 'pitched roof' or a 'peaked roof', is easily recognised from its triangular shape. Gabled roofs also offer a...
Hip roof
Hip roofs (or hipped roofs) are very popular in Australia. Hip roofs also often have shady eaves, and offer strength, and excellent resistance to...
Types of home networks
Connecting devices to the Internet in your home can be done either using wires, or using wireless technologies. Find out more about the advantages...
Wireless internet laws
Wireless Internet is very popular, but there are rules relating to how it can be used - and connecting to your neighbour's access points...
Open platform home automation
Open platform systems provide a means with which many different home technologies and applications can be automated. Learn more about what open platforms are,...
Automated climate control
There are a great many ways in which a smart home can use technology to improve and automate climate control. Find out how automated...
Home theatre seating
A home theatre isn’t just about screens and sound—it’s about the experience. And nothing defines that experience more than the seating. From recliners to tiered platforms, getting it right can take your home theatre from average to unforgettable.








