With Covid restrictions still in place, our backyards have become sanctuaries and retreats. Making the most of your outdoor space is now one of the most valuable home improvement projects you could undertake. When Bob and Merinda needed a dedicated creative hub, they had a Melwood installed. “We needed a space that […]
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A Work From Home Studio Built to Last
As working from home becomes the new norm, the trend is here to stay. According to McCrindle Research, the future of work is likely to be hybrid, with 61 percent of Australians looking for a mix of working from home and in the office. “It’s fantastic; I wouldn’t be without it.” Melwood customers Heather and […]
6 Reasons a Pool Cabana is the best way to Create Poolside Shade
A lot of homeowners realise (after putting in a pool) that they don’t have any shaded area poolside! We all know the feeling of hot bricks or tiles under the Aussie summer sun. It’s definitely not somewhere you want to lie down! It’s important to create a cool, shaded area where […]
Claire’s Must-See Backyard Transformation (with a stunning pool & modern black cabana)
There’s nothing we love more than a good before & after! The lovely Claire of @theshabbychick, (aka queen of furniture transformations) recently applied her skills to her entire backyard. By adding a Melwood Pool Cabana, and a pool to her backyard, Claire has transformed a bare patch of grass (‘dead space’) into a stylish poolside […]
Jan & Andrew’s his & hers backyard studio
Jan & Andrew’s Melwood structure serves two purposes: a studio for Jan, and a workshop for Andrew. By requesting an internal wall in their order, they were able to divide the structure into the two main areas. Jan’s area has been lined, painted and decorated to create a cozy, comfortable studio space. Andrew has added shelving, storage cupboards, drawers, a pegboard and a sturdy workbench to his workshop.
Style Your Garden Room: Winter Style Inspiration
STYLE YOUR GARDEN ROOM: WINTER STYLE INSPIRATION 26th July 2016 On a chilly winter morning like this it’s no surprise I find myself browsing through well-styled, warm and inviting images of living rooms and interior spaces from around the world. Imagine an immaculate, yet cozy-looking lounge room, with a sophisticated hearth and a warm fire. […]
Backyard Hobby Room
A Cubby House Made for Hobbyists Why should Cubby Houses be just for kids. Anyone with a creative spirit, a knack for DIYs and crafting, or simply a hobby that requires a bit of extra space can tell you they too have felt the desire for their own “grown-up play house” before. Thankfully, there’s a way you […]
How to Create the Perfect Teenage Retreat
How to create the perfect teenage retreat in your backyard Do you ever feel like your teenagers are taking over your house? Even just a little bit? Maybe just one room, or a little bit of every room? There is a solution! You can have your space – and your sanity – back in a […]
6 Outdoor To-Do’s Your Property Will Love You For
February – Australia’s Maintenance Month. Temperatures rise, the sun is out, the days are longer and the kids are back at school. The perfect time to get some essential maintenance done to the hardworking areas around the house and garden. By ticking off these 6 to-do’s, you’ll have your house and surrounds prepared and […]