Photos of Danielle’s newly-transformed backyard have us in awe! With a busy work-from-home schedule, Danielle desperately needed more space. By adding a Melwood cabana to her property, she has transformed a rocky, unuseable area of her backyard into a cozy, chic and useful space! In Danielle’s own words, “It’s also a great space for relaxing […]
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How this family added space to their home in just weeks
Most people need more space and don’t know how they can achieve it. This has become a major problem particularly in and around Sydney, where the ever-inflating property market means that many families cannot afford to move to a bigger home. The Nichols* family from Sydney’s Lower North Shore added this stunning outdoor room to […]
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.
Claudia’s Outdoor Room
Claudia has created the perfect space for enjoying time with family and friends, completing homework, or just relaxing! We love the way Claudia has finished her outdoor room as well, and the custom decking and outdoor furniture she has added perfectly complement the space! In Claudia’s own words: “It was a great experience getting our garden house […]
Understanding NSW and ACT Exempt Development
If you’re building a backyard cabana, garden room, studio, or shed in NSW or the ACT, you may not need council approval. Both jurisdictions allow certain structures to be built without a Development Application, provided they meet specific size, setback, and siting standards. This is known as exempt development. The rules differ between residential and […]