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Simple renovation ideas to change the look of a brick home

Do you have a charmless brick home you want to change the look of? Is render your only option? Here's some inspiration ... In this post, I answer a recent question from a member of the UA

Do I need Council Approval for my renovation?

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I received a question from a member of the UA Community: If I'm using a licensed Building Designer to draw up my renovation plans, will I still need Council Approval? The two of those things

Renovating a Queenslander cottage: Project Diary Entry #05

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How long does it take to renovate a Queenslander? In our last update, I showed you how we adjusted the design to protect the pre-1911 parts of the home. Well, actually protect the

How to work out the cost of building or renovating your home

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What will it cost me to renovate or build my home? This is one of THE MOST common questions I get asked by homeowners. Frustrated homeowners ... who ... don't know how to find out

Spotlight: A New Home Design for a Coastal Home for two

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UPDATE: Due to her mission to educate ALL homeowners to get it right in their own projects, Amelia no longer provides 1:1 design services. The best way to access Amelia's expertise, experience,

Simple renovation ideas to change the look of a brick home

Do I need Council Approval for my renovation?

Renovating a Queenslander cottage: Project Diary Entry #05

How to work out the cost of building or renovating your home

Spotlight: A New Home Design for a Coastal Home for two

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