Why the New Prefabricated Housing Finance Changes Are a Game-Changer

Why the New Prefabricated Housing Finance Changes Are a Game-Changer Why the New Prefabricated Housing Finance Changes Are a Game-Changer Exciting news is on the horizon for the prefabricated housing industry! The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has announced its commitment to supporting off-site construction, marking a significant step towards making prefabricated homes more accessible. […]

Why Is There So Little Compliance When It Comes to Energy Efficiency?

Why Is There So Little Compliance When It Comes to Energy Efficiency? A while ago I had an interesting conversation with a PhD candidate. She’s researching building practitioners’ compliance behaviour when it comes to energy efficiency. Most people building a home trust that what’s been designed on paper will be built to the same standard—that […]

Got a Floor Plan? Here’s Why You Still Need a Designer

Got a Floor Plan? Here’s Why You Still Need a Designer Why Working with a Designer Can Save You Time, Money, and Stress We often meet people who come to us with a floor plan they’ve already drawn up, feeling confident that they know exactly what they want in their future home. And that’s fantastic! […]

Renovate or Build New? How to Decide What’s Best for Your Home

Renovate or Build New? How to Decide What’s Best for Your Home Building or renovating a home is a huge decision—one that comes with plenty of questions, challenges, and potential costs. If you already own a home, you might be wondering: Should I renovate and extend, or would it make more sense to start fresh […]

Owner-Builder vs Builder: What’s the Right Path for You?

Owner-Builder vs Builder: What’s the Right Path for You? Thinking About Going Owner-Builder? Here’s What You Need to Know Building or renovating your home is a huge undertaking—probably one of the biggest projects (and investments) of your life. And while it’s an exciting journey, it also comes with plenty of challenges. No matter how well […]

Why Getting a Builder on Board Early Can Save You Time, Money & Stress

Why Getting a Builder on Board Early Can Save You Time, Money & Stress The Key to a Smoother Build – Choosing Your Builder Early At reimagined habitat, we strongly believe that bringing a builder into the process early on is one of the best decisions you can make when designing and building your home. […]

How Big Does Your House Need to Be?

How Big Does Your House Need to Be? When designing your home, the real question isn’t “how big should it be?” but rather, “how much space do we actually need?” It’s easy to get caught up in the idea that bigger is better, but a thoughtfully designed, compact home can often serve your family better—saving […]

How to Put Together a Design Brief for Your Dream Home

How to Put Together a Design Brief for Your Dream Home Designing your dream home is one of the most exciting journeys you’ll ever embark on. It’s a chance to craft a space that reflects your family’s unique lifestyle and values. However, before diving into sketches or getting carried away with Pinterest boards, it’s essential […]