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Kids at Home? Create Space with a Study Room in the Backyard

Whilst we all #stayathome to help flatten the curve – we can’t help but think of all the amazing parents out there who suddenly find themselves doing a double-full-time job; parenting and schooling their children! The challenges of all working/learning in such close quarters takes some adjusting to. Aussie families are turning to their backyards […]

3 Reasons why Teenage Retreats are Popular with Parents

As kids grow, the family home can feel more and more crowded. Parents are solving this problem with a teenage retreat in the backyard.  Designed to give teens the space they need, whilst keeping them nearby, teen retreats are a win-win for parents & teens.   Here are 3 reasons why teenage retreats work so […]

HSC Study Tips to help your teen succeed

The countdown is on, and this year’s HSC exams are nearly here! We’ve gathered together some top-of-the-class tips from former students to get your child a step ahead! Parents of teens in their final year, as well as those of us who have done the HSC, will remember what a stressful, taxing time it is. […]

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.

Helen’s Hampton’s Style Backyard Escape

With clever styling, and classic door & window choices, you can have a slice of the Hamptons right in your own backyard! Helen has turned her Melwood Garden Room into the ultimate backyard escape. After the Garden Room was delivered and setup (in one day!) by the Melwood team, Helen then arranged gyprock, flooring and painting […]

Alison’s Backyard Retreat

Meet Alison’s stunning Backyard Retreat! Perfect for the whole family, this has something for everyone to enjoy! Ample seating and the large deck area makes for perfect summer evenings spent with family and friends, whilst the cabana area is the ideal quiet space to relax. By adding an internal wall on the left of her Cabana, […]

Teenage Retreats | Space for Teens, Peace for Parents

 Every parent deserves a teenage retreat A teenage retreat is a lifesaver for parents of school-age kids. Space for your teens = peace of mind for you. As your children grow into teens it is a well known fact that their needs, requirements and tastes will change. Schooling demands a larger portion of their time, taste […]

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 […]