Building

It’s in all the home magazines and all over social media. Clients are asking about it and display homes are being built. The Hamptons style is taking off. Are you ready for enquiries? Inspired by America’s popular holiday destination for the rich and famous, the Hamptons style is uniquely coastal...

On the 1st of May 2019, the National Construction Code will introduce a new section titled ‘Condensation Management’, which includes important changes to the selection of wall wraps. The change will affect all Building Permits approved after the 1st of May 2019. Building Permits approved using NCC 2016 will not...

This modern building material promises to speed up construction, keep homes more comfortable and offers an architectural edge. With rising electricity prices and changing weather conditions, home buyers are increasingly seeking building materials that offer superior thermal performance – without having to compromise on aesthetics. Enter LuxeWall®, a new luxury...

Exposed building materials, raw concrete, steel, wood and texture are all fundamental to the industrial design trend. Create the look in your builds with the help of these two hot products. Transform stairs into a stunning feature These sleek, simple stair stringers provide an instant industrial feature in any home...

Nestled in the rugged landscape at Glenrowan is Bright Alpine Builders’ most recent masterpiece. With its striking angular roof and mix of raw materials, the house completes the client’s brief: to make a statement. Steve Graves, Director of Bright Alpine Builders, was involved in this project from the very beginning...

New home buyers are becoming increasingly tech-savvy. Are you ready to respond? With tech-savvy millennials (born between 1980 to 1996) firmly in the market for new homes, it is imperative that builders stay up-to-date with the latest technology advances. Smart Home technology is on the rise and experts are anticipating...

Timber is one of the oldest and most reliable building materials and it’s trending hot today in internal cladding. Add the natural warmth of timber to your next project for a striking new design surprise from this old, trusted favourite. Designer Ply Smooth and sleek, this treasure from the mid-century...

Sliding doors have had a makeover. No longer hiding away in wall cavities, barn doors are on full display, replicating their rustic ancestors. Hume Doors have just released their range of barn doors and matching track systems, which together, offer builders and home owners the perfect balance of style and...

Learn how to clean your Paslode Framemaster the right way and keep it running in tip-top condition for longer! For more info about Paslode tools, please contact your local Dahlsens store.

With the latest figures from the HIA predicting a slight downturn in new home builds in 2018/19 (and beyond), many home owners are turning to their existing properties to create their dream home. And there is no shortage of inspiration! Lifestyle and renovation shows bring endless possibilities to life, using...