Learn how sound travels, what STC means, and how to improve room acoustics and sound isolation in detached and duplex builds. Practical tips for shared walls, openings, and mechanical noise—without the fluff.
Building a new home? Don’t accept “stormwater’s done” as proof. Learn rainwater vs stormwater vs on-lot detention, what councils may require, and the quick checklist of photos, plans and walk-throughs your builder/plumber should show you before everything gets buried.
The Productivity Commission’s interim report pushes tax and regulation reforms to boost investment and ease red tape. Here’s what those ideas could mean for homeowners planning a build — time frames, costs, approvals, and quality.
From Starlink internet to fencing fixes and hidden underground surprises—see how we have begun to establish our construction site ready for building commencement.
From a 35-year-old house to a vacant lot in 18 days! Follow our progress as we finish demolition, tackle site setup, and understand the next steps toward building.
We're breaking concrete and building a site security system. See how a DIY security setup saves money and watch our container base turn into a functional site office.
See how we carefully break down old concrete, tackle a high water table, and adjust our pool design to protect a seawall. An update from the worksite from 23.1.26
