As the temperature starts to cool off, now is the perfect time to get outside and improve your home’s curb side appeal. Simple but effective changes to your property can make a world of difference to the 'street appeal' factor; and these types of Bang-For-Your-Buck renovations are absolutely one of our strong suits here at Hotspace (have a look at some awesome before and after photos here). Here are five ideas you can tackle to improve the visual appearance of your home this weekend.  (Read More)

Many home renovators make the mistake of disregarding their target market when choosing a renovation style, and instead style their property to their own tastes.  (Read More)

The questions of whether or not to hire a professional or to attempt DIY is one that all home renovators face on their renovation journey. There is method to the madness of contemplating a DIY renovation, the biggest payback being the possibility of saving some money. But as the old saying goes “if you think hiring a professional is expensive, wait until you hire an amateur!”  (Read More)

As of the 1st July 2015, there are new minimum levels of security that all rental properties must comply with to ensure they comply with the changes to the Residential Tenancy Act.
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Despite the hallway not really being a room within your home, it is an important and well-used route. Many halls are neglected simply because they are often narrow and dimly lit, and homeowners don’t know how to spark up such a difficult space. Why not give this oft-forgotten area a bit of a boost! (Read More)

Buying an investment property, renovating it and selling for a profit can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. It can also be a demanding and troublesome process. In order to avoid pitfalls and maximise your return, take a look at the following tips: (Read More)

Making a good first impression is important when you’re welcoming visitors to your home – whether they are friends, family, potential buyers or tenants. Whether you’re doing a major renovation or just carrying out some minor improvements on your nest, working on creating an entry with visual impact will pay dividends. (Read More)

Whether you need an office to study, do the business book-work or pay your bills, it doesn’t necessarily have to be an entire room. If space is at a premium in your home, you can choose to turn a small nook or handy cranny into an effective office work area. The key elements are a writing space and a chair. (Read More)

For many properties, retaining walls are a necessity, preventing erosion and stabilising filled areas. There’s no need, however, for these structural elements to look unattractive. Using the right type of retaining wall and material can really add to the aesthetic appeal of your garden and yard. (Read More)

Providing rental accommodation for students is somewhat different to catering for the 'usual' tenant. However, if you do it well; you’ll have students lining up for your property for years to come.  (Read More)