same here. 30 squares is considered generous in the new build suburbs around us, including garages and outdoor paved/decked areas.

Maybe it's possible that there is a very thin layer of soap residue left on the bench? I'd try giving at a wipe over with metho or windex and see…

Over the past few days, I have been wondering the same thing. Design for different block orientation and promote the ongoing savings made through passive thermal design.

we renovated a U-shaped kitchen in Sydney about 5 years ago. It cost us about $17-$18K I think, including some appliances.
door/drawer fronts : high gloss, artic white, flat front,…

I haven't had either installed but from my research, I think I would be happy with the Schweigan (if we have an unlimited budget, that's what I would get). …

where is the current door position for the bedroom and the laundry?

I'd go a green or a dark red. If it had a bit of sparkly finish to it, that would be good (but not too much though, just a…

anyone?
Or just recommendations for good free-standing ovens (90cm wide)?

I thought that was the case but recently a chippie friend told me I was wrong and said 2-pac only comes in glossy. Off to correct him .... …

Yep, I meant the kitchen sink. I just knew you were going to kill all my hopes and aspirations by saying Abey!!! I thought as much, but was…

2-pac is a hard paint finish (also known as polyurethane). You can pretty much pick whatever colour you want, it comes in a glossy finish and is often the…

Gogo, love your sink? What brand/style is it??
Your house is looking spectacular!!!!

My cousin is renovating her kitchen and has been thinking about either a Euromaid oven () or a Belling oven.
She wanted to know if I knew anything about them (no,…

just checked. its Keeler Hardware. some stuff is expensive but not all. When we did our kitchen reno a few years ago we bought the handles from there. Cheaper than…

keilers hardware in chatswood. i think that's the name.... i'll check

what about a plain glass splashback, maybe in a colour like dark oxblood or deep jade?
Some tiles to consider ...
(would need 3 placed vertically)
(again, 3 placed vertically)

(would…

I'd go for a black-grey-white glass mosaic tile. But i would go for something other than the grey tile. The white tile would also go well too.

Me too please. its gorgeous!!

Mike, your kitchen looks absolutely stunning. love the layout and colour palette.

Yep, when (if) we ever build, I think I will be choosing between the Whiteman protea light or the Trubridge floral light. I really like this but when…

Just to throw another light into the mix
Tim Whiteman, aussie designer - . Kinda obvious what the inspiration is. The medium…

Completely agree. Particularly as they are becoming so popular.
I do like your original choice. That's just as nice as a Trubridge.

Huge fan of Trubridge - are becoming quite common. I am planning on getting either his floral pendant or choosing the protea pendant by Tim Whiteman ( aussie designer). Have…

Use low wattage bulbs?
Ah well, there 's an idea for someone else.

You could go for 3 smaller pendant lights in the stairwell . I like Tim Whiteman's protea pendant lights and they would look stunning in your open stairwell.

go to sites like corinthian doors or hume doors and check for local suppliers. they could probably arrange to do any of their door styles in a hollow fitout…

I love the look of no handles but for practical reasons, I want handles. To hang the hand towel, the tea towels, etc. Otherwise, need to think of…

Okay, lovin' the swirlies! Care to share the details????

Totally agree. Just gorgeous!!! Can't wait to see more update pics.

Yes, that's been our dilemma too. Pete likes the noir linen. I do too - I'm the one that keeps changing my mind.
Hardest thing might be finding a local supplier.…