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Our Rawson Home - Glenn and Penton
Tragedy decided to turn around the lives of devoted Newcastle couple Glenn and Penton in the form of a devastating storm that totally destroyed the 111-year-old home they had fully restored with…

A complete guide to visiting a display home
Words by Kate Stanton | Article produced in conjunction with Domain.com.au Much like shopping for new clothes or test-driving a new car, it pays to try before you buy. Display homes are a great way…

Transforming a rundown property into a dream home
“Every weekend everyone turns up at our place,” says Mirella Gordon. “We’ll have 10 teenagers in our house on a Saturday night.” Article produced in conjunction with Domain.com.au Gordon, who lives…

New estate or Established suburb
You’ve outgrown the family home and you need extra bedrooms, bathrooms or living areas. Or, perhaps you’re an empty nester, looking to downsize. The debate for the homeowner is more often between the…

Thinking of renovating? Here’s why you should build a new home instead
You’ve seen the renovating shows and don’t envy the dramas, botched jobs or designs gone wrong. But your home no longer suits your lifestyle and is long overdue for an update. What you might not…

What to do (and what not to do) when building your house
Building a new home is a great opportunity to have exactly what you want and a space that is tailored to you or your family. Given that ‘…building a house today costs four times more than it would…

When Homes Are Designed For Your Family’s Specifications
Two of the best things a home can offer a growing family is space and flexibility in design. Every family is different, and trying to design a home that fits everyone’s needs is like fitting a square…

Built To Last: Why It’s Important To Build Your ‘Forever’ Home
For some people, there is no better feeling than getting keys to their first family home. It’s a great accomplishment to purchase your own home but far more rewarding walking into the home that you…

Renovating vs Rebuilding
By – Peter Slominski, Rawson General Manager, Hunter Region Research shows that moving house is one of life’s most stressful experiences. Second to that – besides being audited of course – arguably…