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How a Relatively Small Extension Can Make a Huge Difference to Your Home

It’s not always necessary to build a large extension onto your home to make a noticeable difference. Even a small extension can transform your space and give your home a new feel. Many homeowners choose relatively small house extensions in Sydney , especially if they want to make the most of their property without spending a fortune. We look at five ways a small extension could make a huge difference to your home. Side returns Side-return extensions are one of the most popular projects for homeowners in Sydney. Even a side-return of 4-5m 2 can transform a space and allow extra light into your property. Think about adding a side return to your existing kitchen. It will add a light and airy feeling to the space and can be used as an area for extra work surfaces or dining. Introduce glass The popularity of large folding doors and frameless glass systems shows no signs of waning. Incorporating glass into your extensions is an ideal way to increase the amount of light that flood...

6 Savvy Tips for Hiring Building Contractors in Sydney

  If you’re planning a building project, it pays to hire contractors that you can trust. Finding a reliable and trustworthy building company goes a long way to ensuring that there will be no nasty surprises along the way. So, if you’re looking for a local firm to take on your project, follow our tips for hiring building contractors in Sydney . 1.        Research Your Project Find out as much as you can about the costs involved, permits required and any regulations that need to be adhered to. This information will help you to assess the bids submitted by contractors. 2.        Connect with Your Contractor Don’t underestimate the importance of good communication. Connecting with your contractor and feeling confident that they understand what you’re trying to achieve is all part of ensuring that you’ll be happy with the finished job. Before you agree to give your project to any contractor, you must be happy with the...

Could a Jack and Jill Bathroom Benefit Your Family?

As your family grows, you’re likely to need more space in your home. While many families choose to move to a larger property to accommodate the needs of their growing brood, for others, moving may not be the preferred or viable option. It’s for this reason that a growing number of homeowners are opting to remain in their current property and look at ways to remodel or extend their living space. While larger living or family rooms are among the most popular home additions in Sydney , there are other ways to give your home more functionality such as adding an extra bathroom to take the pressure off the morning rush. And, one way to create extra bathing space without impacting your property footprint is to install a Jack and Jill bathroom between two bedrooms. What is a Jack and Jill Bathroom? A Jack and Jill bathroom usually serves two bedrooms with a door from each room providing access to the facilities. It’s a popular house addition in Sydney as it contains everything a normal ...

4 Common Remodelling Myths and Why You Should Ignore Them

  As the price of real estate in the Northern Beaches continues to rise, there’s never been a better time to think about remodelling your property. Unfortunately, there are some myths surrounding remodelling, building extensions and renovations that may affect the decision to go ahead. Many homeowners may be reluctant to consider a remodelling project as they think it’s going to be too expensive, too messy, or just too inconvenient. If you’re considering a house extension in Northern Beaches , check out four of the most common myths about remodelling.   Myth 1: Remodelling is more expensive than moving Yes, remodelling can be expensive, but moving comes with its own set of costs. Unless you’re downsizing, you’re going to have to find more money to afford a bigger property. Add to this real, estate fees, legal and conveyancing fees, insurances, building and pest inspections, stamp duty, removal costs …. you get the picture, and you can see why moving home isn’t cheap. You’l...

Is Now the Time to Get That Extension You Have Always Wanted?

Have you been dreaming about getting an extension? When it comes to having building work done on your house, there is no perfect time. Simply put, you are better off taking the bull by the horns and getting it done. Once it is complete, you will not look back. Extend, don’t move If you need more space, having house extensions in Sydney lets you stay where you are, and you don’t have the hassle of moving. Not only this, but you can add value to your existing home, and you don’t have to spend thousands of dollars on moving and legal fees. Explore your options Home extensions in Sydney can take many shapes and forms. Spend some time browsing the internet and even exploring your local area to see what your neighbours may have done. At Your Style, you can explore some of our previous projects from the comfort of your home. Perhaps you long to increase your living space and spend more time together as a family. We can help you create wonderful entertaining spaces to open plan...

New Year, New Extension

  The new year is often a time for reflection. Many of us may choose to give something up or make a change for the better (and all with the best intentions of keeping those resolutions!). If the new year has brought new thoughts about how house extensions could improve your Sydney home, Your Style is here for you.   Increase the size of your living space Perhaps having friends and family over for the festive season has made you realise that your living space could do with being bigger? Not only will this help when you’re entertaining, but it gives you more space for daily living. Perhaps you want to embrace the popular open plan living layout. Open plan living gives you flexible space and means that you can always be at the centre of the action. With building extensions in Sydney , you can create that dream space and add to the square footage of your home. This may also increase the value of your home, so if or when you come to sell, you can make more money and h...