^ great ideas leni.

I saw a small 'trapdoor' (75h x 50w) access from garage to WIP for groceries. Shelves above to maximise storage space. A good compromise IMO.
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Cheers. It has to fit YOUR lifestyle, so a little info there would really help too.

Garage/ Shed options.... could you sketch up a plan of the block pls?
Will the garage have the same roof as the house?If so I'd move front of the garage…

A few wild ideas
- I'd swap the kitchen and living area locations,
- turn the living area 90' to maximise northerly light.
- move the WIP to where the…

The layout of the laundry, WIP, WIR and ensuite could be improved to utilise their space more efficiently. Trying to fit rectangular living spaces into a rectangular house shape will…

Another idea that friends did....
Combine Bedroom 3 & 4 to make a master bedroom, and turn study into a huge Walk in robe. Update bathroom/laundry. Turn the old Master…

Whats the size of the island bench?
Is the bench top all one height? (more usable when single height).
Don't skimp on size or surface material as its your primary…

A few ideas...
- if you make the verandah deeper on at the rear/north/top of page, that'll reduce natural light in winter and provide less passive solar heat gain. Clear roofing…

Which way is north? Will it affect natural light?
Are there any views outside? Gardens etc.
Any outdoor living areas like bbq, lounges, etc?
Have you decluttered yet? That makes a massive…