Post-Reno Rubbish Removal: How To Dispose Of Debris Safely
If you’re a DIY enthusiast, embarking on a do-it-yourself home renovation project can be an incredibly exciting and fulfilling endeavor. Whether you’re remodeling a tired kitchen, revamping a bathroom, or simply giving your living space a fresh new look, there’s a sense of accomplishment that comes with completing the work yourself. However, amidst the hustle […]
Renovation and Repair Projects Which May Require Temporary Relocation
You may need to move out temporarily unless you’re renovating an area outside your house. Temporary relocation during home renovation and repair projects will give you greater satisfaction and peace of mind. It also gives the construction team the space they need to complete the project safely, efficiently, and on time. Check Out These Renovation […]
Artistic Home Renovation: Creative Decorating Ideas
Breathing life back into your home doesn’t have to involve remodeling it in a major way. It’s possible to achieve more of an impact and put your personal stamp on spaces that no longer feel fresh, with just a little redecoration. Better yet, if you’re keen to express your creativity as part of this process, […]
The Top 10 Renovation Pitfalls: How to Avoid Common Mistakes
Renovating your property is an exciting and rewarding process. However, it can also be daunting. When done correctly, a property renovation can improve your home value. 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Renovating a Property There are many factors to consider when renovating a property. You must think about the design choices, budget, and time constraints. […]
Home Renovation Basics: Tools & Equipment You’ll Need
A lot of work goes into home renovations—it’s a job not for the faint of heart. If you intend to renovate your home, make sure you are well-prepared by stocking up on the necessary tools and equipment. So to help you out, here’s a list of what you’ll need for common renovation tasks. What Tools […]
7 Ways To Manage Renovation Mess
Renovating your home can be quite an exciting project yet it can also be messy. And if you don’t manage it well, your furniture could be stained or otherwise damaged. Your yard could also be a casualty, suffering significant damage as a result of your renovations. How do you get on with your renovation project […]
Cleaning Up Your Home After Renovation: 8 Tips For Efficiency
Renovations are a necessary evil. When preparing for renovations, a homeowner’s focus is often on the labor cost and the materials needed, plus hiring a good contractor. Although these aspects are crucial and form the basis of your renovations, you should also make plans for proper clean-up after the construction work. This is because brick […]
8 Tips for Planning a Successful Home Renovation
Your house is your castle and it’s the only place you want to be. But what if it’s time for a makeover? What if your home doesn’t look as sweet as it did a few years back?
Armadale House
Melbourne, Australia – Robson Rak Architects, Made By Cohen Built area: 150.0 m2 Year built: 2013 Photographs: Shannon McGrath Armadale House is a renovation project on a small, dark, and old Victorian house. Today, there exists an open-plan kitchen, spacious living area, and connecting courtyard. The end result is a house that is stylish, bright, […]
CCC House
Caniço, Portugal – Mayer & Selders Built area: 180.0 m2 Year built: 2017 Photographs: Dirk Mayer CCC House is an old Madeiran house that underwent renovation but has still retained its traditional design. Today, despite the modernized facelift, it symbolizes the harmonious relationship between the old and the new. An extension was added to the […]
Brick House
Annandale, Australia – Bastian Architecture Built area: 79.0 m2 Year built: 2015 Photographs: Justin Aaron Brick House is a renovation and extension project of an old worker’s cottage. The old wall was made out of bricks. Because of this, the architects decided to use the same material throughout the house. The bricks used in the project […]
Woonschip VC
Cas Oorthuyskade , Amsterdam, Netherland – Marcel van der Lubbe, Jannie Vinke Project Year : 2016 Developed Area : 150 m2 Photographer: Luuk Kramer Woonschip VC is an actual cargo ship that was converted into a sailing houseboat. The brief was very specific: the owners wanted space, sustainability, and high quality of […]
The Big Little House
Fitzroy North VIC, Australia – Nic Owen Architects Project Year : 2013 Developed Area : 155.0 sqm ( 1674 Sq ft2 ) Photographs : Christine Francis A traditional Victorian residence renovated to accommodate the needs of a growing family, the Big Little House pays respect to tradition while keeping functionality in mind. […]
8 Awesome DIY transformations you have to see!
You may need to do a transformation to bring about the change you wish to see. Ever driven down the street, seen old, unloved furniture sitting on the footpath and thought, “I could make something with that”? Old furniture pieces are often just an opportunity waiting for someone to make it happen. All it takes […]
Leachachan Barn
Loch Duich, Scotland – Rural Design Architects Built area: 120m2 Completion: 2011 Photography: Nigel Rigden Leachachan Barn, once used as a byre for working horses, sits on the southern shores of Loch Duich looking out at the Five Sisters of Kintail. The barn has been redesigned and transformed into a modern house while retaining the original […]
Gahanna Residence
Columbus, Ohio – Michael Matrka, Inc It’s interesting that Michael Matrka describes himself as a master renovator and builder rather than the other way around. But when you look at this example of his work, you can understand why. It is always much easier to start with a clean slate and new design than it is […]
Villa Alfhem
Stocksundstorps Sweden – BA Sjösteen Lot area: 1628 sqm Built area: 257 m2 (2,775 sq. ft.) of living + 67 m2 (723 sq. ft. storage/basement) Year Built: 2004 Year Renovation: 2009-2010 Traditional homes always seem sturdy and substantial. Of course the reason might just be that those that were never sturdy […]
Haus am Moor
Vorarlberg, Austria – Bernardo Bader Architects Lot area: 900 m2 (9,720 sq. ft.) Built area: 170 m2 residence and 50 m2 office (1,830 sq. ft. + 540 sq. ft.) Year built: 2013 Photography: Adolf Bereuter The Bregenz Forest is known for it’s natural beauty, it’s cheeses and it’s traditional Bregenzerwald […]
Benson Ford Shiphouse
South Bass Island, Ohio – Ship on the Bay Usable area: 7,000 sq ft (648 m2) Year built: 1924 Year landlubbered: 1986 Imagine your home starting life as a 612′ long behemoth with a 3,000 horsepower motor! The Benson Ford, vacation home of the Kasper family did. It was the […]
Rock Mountain Cottage
North Carolina, United States – Travis Mileti/MountainWorks Lot size: 5 acres Built area: 1,500 sq. ft. (139 m2) This home won the 2011 ARDA (American Residential Design Awards) ‘Best Model Home Under 2,500 sq. ft.) award. It’s in a lovely creek front setting some 3,700 ft. above sea level where the style and design are certainly […]
Killarney – Aging Gracefully
Byron Bay – NSW Australia Built: 1904 Refurbished: 2012 Site area: 3,060 m2 (33,000 sq. ft.) Built area: 290 m2 (3,132 sq. ft.) If you’ve visited Byron Bay in recent years, it’s easy to forget that the area was once a quiet ‘hide-away’ with few homes and lots […]