It was always Nina’s plan. To transform that empty patch of grass at the top of the garden into a usable outdoor space – a retreat for the teens and a home office for the parents. She just needed to wait to make it happen. But when it did, it happened fast. “It’s a great […]
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Make working from home work for you
The office reopened weeks ago, and now the kids have gone back to school. It’s official: The summer holiday honeymoon is well and truly over. Sunday nights take on that familiar feeling. The dread of the chaotic morning routine – walking the dog, making lunches, wrangling kids, the school run… And that’s on top of […]
From garage to garden
As a ceramics artist specialising in native Australian wildlife, Tess’s workspace – the garage – was far from ideal… or inspirational! And, as her small business grew, so did her need for a creative studio dedicated solely to her art. One year on, Tess has moved out of the dark, dreary garage into a light-filled […]
Instant space + instant $150k property value boost
Adding extra living space to your home is a proven way to increase its value. But did you ever stop to think about how much? Traditional extensions can be costly and time-consuming, often taking years to see any return on investment. But Northern Beaches homeowner, Corryne, found a game-changing alternative that delivered instant space for family […]
A garden studio wellness retreat
Dianne needed more space, fast! After sifting through countless granny flat and cabin offerings on the market, and even considering extending her house, everything was proving too hard, too costly, and too long. Then she discovered the Melwood range from Greenspan. “It’s a beautiful space for me to de-stress and decompress.” An urgent need for […]
The missing puzzle piece
For Nick and Charmayne, a Melwood didn’t just create extra space; it reshaped their entire home-buying journey. And it allowed them to secure a dream home they would otherwise have to forget.
Changing lives in changing times
Jamie’s initial purchase of two Melwoods, one for storage and the other for her Macramé workshop, has evolved. Also a WFH space and a sanctuary during COVID, transitioning into a gaming area and an occasional bedroom in 2023, and is now set to become her home office for a new job.
Turning dead space into a home office
Chris’ partner, is a school teacher, so she spends many hours at home during his usual 9-5 work schedule. Although they love each others company, when it comes to work, separate dedicated spaces for zoom meetings and school tutoring is a must.
After a bit of research, Chris found Melwood – The quick and easy way to turn that dead space in the back garden into a thriving home office, filled with natural light and views of their sprawling garden.
Amanda’s coastal home office, a peaceful retreat
Amanda’s Melwood exudes a calm ambience, natural timber colours contrasted by textural accents. With a coastal view, what more could you want from a backyard retreat?
Julie’s Melwood, a lovely tribute to her Dad
When Julie’s father, Jim, passed away in 2018, she wanted to create a place where she could feel close to him. Melwood was a natural choice for Julie, as there was an existing Melwood on her property that had been installed in the 90s, it was just a little too small.