Picking the best apartment in a development. Apartment living is a popular way for many Australians to occupy blue chip suburbs or inner city locations without paying the price of a stand alone house. When looking to purchasing an apartment in a development, you'll soon discover that not all apartments are created equal. Some are shaped differently, others may be larger, some feature a courtyard...
Current tapware trends in 2022. When buying off the plan, one of the great benefits is having the ability to select your own fixture and fittings. One area that many buyers like to customise to their home are the tapware fittings in both the bathrooms and kitchens. Tapware can really offer a sophisticated look to you bathroom and kitchen. It becomes a focal point of the room. Choosing the right tapware...
Top things to do in Wantirna Wantirna is a family orientated suburb in metropolitan Melbourne. Filled with many amenities, its well suited to families of all ages. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Timezone Who doesn't love computer games? This arcade has so many great games for all ages, including racing, virtual reality and basketball. The venue is open quite late most nights...
The value a garage adds to a property. There is evidence that there is always a growing trend for a car space, this is in high demand when located inside close proximity to the city. Many modern home designs feature a garage as part of artistically presenting a beautiful front facade. With Melbourne's culture, Melbournians still choose to drive to work over using public transport, the value of a garage...
Top things to do in Werribee Werribee is one of the larger populated areas in metropolitan Melbourne. Filled with many amenities, its well suited to families of all ages. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Lancemore Mansion Hotel Lancemore Manson Hotel offers contemporary accommodation with stunning garden views spanning across 10 acres. The hotel features a day spa with a range...
How to rate a good suburb. Metropolitan Melbourne is blessed with some incredibly designed suburbs. Whether you’re buying a new home to live in or looking to invest, there are many contributors and factors that narrow a good suburb down to suit your particular needs. Owner occupiers may factor more contributors to a suburb that features lifestyle, while investors may be looking for suburbs that are...
Will working from home change floor plans? The global pandemic (AKA covid-19) has caused inevitable change in the way we socialise, relax and work. It has no doubt changed our lives forever and we either learn from it or we get stuck in the now. In this market insight, we discuss how working from home may become the norm for many years or even decades to come. The days of a corporate office may never be...
Things to do in Malvern and Malvern East Both Malvern & Malvern East is one of the affluent locations along the bayside while in close proximity to the Melbourne CBD. There are many things to do, both day and night. Here is a list of things to do, but in no particular order: Phoenix Park Community Centre Phoenix Park Community Centre hosts many rooms of various sizes, ideal for birthday parties,...
Summer has finally arrived, here are ten summer activities you could be doing in Melbourne. There are many more, so please share your favourites in the comments section below. Pink pond Inspired by Australia's pink salt lakes, the National Gallery of Victoria unveils a pink pond in the Grollo Equiset Garden. The pink pool looks sensational, and it is opened to public free of charge. While splashing...
Keeping your home safe and secure when on holidays. We all deserve a holiday, but who doesn't feel a little anxious about leaving their home unoccupied. The last thing you want is to return from a family holiday to soon discover your home has been burgled. Here are some ways to keep your home safe and secure Organise a house sitter Having a house sitter occupy your home while you are away is a...