Building a custom home can feel like a dream come true… but those dreams can soon come crashing down when you see the bill. How can you build the home of your dreams without breaking the bank? Here are our tips and tricks for keeping costs down when building your custom home.
Design and Inspiration

6 stunning kitchen design trends to look out for in 2023
If you’re unsure where to start with your kitchen or just want some fresh inspiration, we’re here to help. Here are 6 stunning kitchen design trends to look out for in 2023.

The hidden costs of building a house
When building a house for the first time there might be some fees you’re surprised about, especially if you’re only just starting your building journey. As local Bundaberg home builders, we pride ourselves on quoting everything upfront and being completely transparent about the costs you should expect when building a house. Here are some of the ‘hidden’ costs you might not know about when building a new home.

How to design your dream home
Are you dreaming of your perfect home? From room size to layout, house plans to décor, there is so much to plan when designing your dream house. So how do you know where to start? What will your builder want to see? And how can you be sure your dream is brought to life? Here are our top 5 tips on how to design your dream home, and see your plans turn into reality.

From financing to final lockup: 3 things you need to know about building your first home
Building a house for the first time is incredibly exciting, but it can also be a daunting experience. As a first-time home builder, you’ll want to know everything from financing to choosing your house plans, and what to expect when working with a builder – before you actually start building. Here are our top 3 tips to know when building your first home. 1. Get your finances i ...

How much will my home cost?
Knowing how much a new house will cost can be like trying to figure out the weather – sure they say it’s looking like sunshine, but actually there’s a storm brewing right around the corner. With potential hidden costs and the fees you may not know about, it’s become increasingly difficult to nail down a house budget, especially for first-time home builders. Here’s everything y ...

The best sized homes for resale
If you’re building a new home for investment, or contemplating options for the future of your family home, you may be wondering what size home is best for resale. There are many factors to consider when it comes to house valuation including land size, house plans and location – although there are some market trends for homes in the Bundaberg region. Here’s our guide on the be ...

How to tell if a shipping container home is right for you
Have you ever seen an ad for a portable home on wheels, or an eco-friendly tiny house? If you’ve watched alternate home videos, chances are you’ve come across houses built from shipping containers. Touted as a cheap alternative to building a traditional house, these modular homes are becoming more and more common. But are they really all they’re cracked up to be? How do you ...

Colour selection for the home
Choosing the right colour palette for your home can be the difference between feeling homey or out of place. Here’s our how to guide on how to select the right colours for your home, with expert tips to choose the perfect hues for you.

How to save money when building a home
Building a home is one of the biggest investments you can make. But, if you’re not careful with your budget you could find yourself spending outside your limits. Here’s our expert guide on how to build an affordable designer home.
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