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Table of Contents Introduction/ First developed in the early industrial age in England, the townhouse is a concept that has persevered and is constantly being reinvented. Townhouses occupy a greater proportion than ever of Australian homes. The recent growth in homeowners looking for side income has added to this growth, as has the growth in […]

They are more popular in Australian than ever before, by families and investors alike, and for good reason: Duplexes have all the answers. Got multiple generations living under the same roof? Want to earn rental income but still have to live somewhere? Have older kids or parents and want maximum privacy?  Duplexes have you covered

Table of Contents Introduction Corner blocks are lots with two fronts, as opposed to one. The shape and orientation of a lot can dramatically alter home construction. From floor plans to the construction, a lot depends on this factor. Along with sloping and narrow blocks, corner blocks come with their own particular advantages and challenges.

Table of Contents An increasingly popular concept, reverse living has really taken off in Australia in recent years.  As more lots in semi-rural and tourist towns like Bungendore are released, more families are choosing this style, especially for their holiday home. What is Reverse Living? As the name suggests, reverse living is a construction where

Table of Contents Introduction All houses come with an expiry date. Even construction with top-quality materials and engineering techniques can look dated after a while. In this situation, demolishing the entire (or partial) structure and rebuilding is the most common go-to move, as it has a ton of benefits. At the same time, there are

Table of Contents Introduction Multi-generational homes have wide appeal for families across Australia. Kids live with their parents for a longer time, and Australians with foreign cultures have families where everyone stays in the same home. What makes a Home Multi-generational? As a rule, toddlers don’t go up or down the stairs all day. Same

Table of Contents Introduction Jacka is an up-and-coming suburb, giving Canberra residents a chance to live a more sustainable and relaxed life.  As lots open up, families and working professionals are flocking to this emerging destination. In this piece, we explore the reasons it has become so popular and its potential as an investment and

Table of Contents Introduction Yarrah Estate is a master planned community, located close to the historic tourist town of Yass, attracting both families and investors.  As ABM Homes has House and Land Packages in Yarrah, we created this short introduction to the lifestyle on offer at Yarrah. Yarrah Estate Master plan The initial plan and