A 700m² block can look like the perfect size for subdivision. Divide it into two 350m² lots, and on paper, both new lots meet the current R20 minimum. But when...
If you own a home in Perth, the rules that govern what you can build on your block have changed, and more changes could be on the way. The R-Code...
Since April 2024, Perth homeowners are allowed to build a granny flat on a residential block of any size, as there is no minimum block size requirement for ancillary dwelling...
Based on the cost of construction per square meter, building a granny flat in Perth is usually less expensive compared to an extension of mid- to large-size. Yet, the less...
Every year in Perth, around August or September, we get a wave of calls that start the same way: “We’re planning a barbecue for October and just walked out on...
The concept of open-plan living in Perth includes an interconnected arrangement of the kitchen, dining room and living room through the removal of internal walls. It has been popularised in...
Perth bathrooms are moving away from the flat, all-white minimalism that dominated the last decade. In 2026, homeowners are choosing texture, warmth and larger tile formats that feel more considered...
Anyone planning a new construction project wonders how long to build a house, realistically, once you account for approvals, weather, and trade availability. Most homes in Perth take between 16...
The current rental vacancy rate in Perth is at an incredibly low of 0.7%. This rate is among the lowest in the nation. But rental prices have increased by around...
SDA stands for Specialist Disability Accommodation, which is an NDIS-funded accommodation made for people from Australia having extreme functional impairments or requiring high levels of support. In the context of...