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Building a house from scratch should be exciting. But for so many, new home design ideas quickly become a headache - working with an architect or draftsperson who doesn't 'get' your vision, confusing plans, and the very real fear that your home won't...

Renovating your brick house using the right colours, materials, products and details will give you timeless appeal, increased value, and if you want it - make your home the standout on the street. I'm not talking about another cookie-cutter renovation where you render...

If you’re about to update a two-storey home and tossing around balcony renovation ideas, you’ve probably already realised it’s not as simple as choosing a new balustrade and floor tile. The right design can make your balcony the feature that transforms your entire...

Building a new home from scratch? Getting the house colours right on your exterior is non-negotiable. If you want true kerb appeal - not a cookie-cutter approach - you need a cohesive, thoughtfully-chosen colour scheme that sets your home apart. Head to the gallery if...

Adding an extension isn’t just about more space, it’s also your chance to transform the way your home looks and feels. A thoughtful home design plan doesn’t just solve functional needs, it creates an exterior uplift that enhances your street appeal and ties everything...

House facades very often get weighed down by unnecessary clutter. Layer upon layer of details, materials, and plants to the point where the true architecture gets lost in the chaos. Here's what I do when confronted with a too-busy looking house. I incorporate clean...

Houses that sit close to the street pose their own set of challenges. Suddenly, every detail - good or bad - is on show to everyone! If you’re searching for facade ideas for houses with minimal setback, keep reading. Want to see what’s possible? Browse our gallery:...

Renovating your home? The right house facade ideas often start at the very top - the roof. Ignore it, and you risk undermining everything else. Nail it, and you can unlock instant kerb appeal. Want to see how roof colour can reshape your home’s whole presence? Flick...

Looking for facade ideas with rendered brick? It’s one of the most effective ways to modernise a tired exterior. A simple render can clean up mismatched brick, add instant street appeal, and give your home a fresh, contemporary look without rebuilding from scratch....

Sorry to be a Debbie-Downer, but beautifully renovated/designed home exteriors don't come from flicking through inspiration images for kerb appeal ideas and picking your favourite paint. Unfortunately, this very common little misstep can become a pretty costly lesson....