New Home Buyers Blog

Everybody does a feature painted wall why not do a timber feature wall? The warmth this will add to your home will amaze you.
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Everybody in Wattle Glen knows how cold it can get and the best way to warm up is a log fire place.
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Yes the summer will be back soon and entertaining is on your mind. Why not have a servery window incorporated in your custom designed home?
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Yes nearly everyone has a fire place in Eltham of some sort gas-timber but very few have a feature fire place. Why not add some stone to your fire place and this is an easy addition when designing your new custom home.  
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Yes, we do build in Diamond Creek and yes, we build on sloping lots.
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With land prices in Eaglemont steadily growing over the years it could be time to consider a dual occupancy on your property. You get to stay in your location with a brand new home for free by selling the second home.
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Instead of having plain plaster ceilings why not add a feature timber ceiling to create interest to your home.
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Kinglake West has several boutique estates at the moment with land sizes that leave those closer to Melbourne envious. Affordable acreages are still available in Kinglake West.
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Dual occupancies are certainly starting to become common and are a great way to create a dual income through rental or sale.  Here is a great example of what’s possible when you mix stone and timber to your alfresco entertainment area.  
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Dual occupancies in Heidelberg Heights are certainly becoming very common we have several projects on Waiora Road commencing shortly.
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Twin showers are becoming an often request with our clients lately and here is a great example of a walk through central opening to the shower with basins either side.
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Dual occupancies often leave smaller areas that need to be designed to suit the space. Here is a great example of a feature stone wall and a central fire place that divides the room into a dining space and living zone.
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Design is critical when choosing a dual occupancy due to the often smaller areas to deal with, it needs careful thought. Combinations of lighter coloured features are often suggested so not to close the area in.
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Dual occupancy designs often have small areas of space to the side of the entrance door which often needs some creativity in space use. Here is a great example of a handy home office which uses the space perfectly.
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Combinations of materials in kitchens are becoming in vogue at the moment with timber cabinetry or even timber bench tops being blended with stone.
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Warrandyte is certainly a stunning area to call home however most of the homes are getting towards the end of their lives. Alfresco areas are very common with current designs and why not when you are living in Warrandyte let the outside feel come in with stacker doors.
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Haymes paints mood board showing a beautiful combination of colours Dusty, Kendall Rose and Horizon Glow.
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A great example of Bamboo flooring by Australian flooring is the Kakado colour which is just one of the many choices available.
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An easy way to brighten your home is to add some flowers they are a great source of life and presence.
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Timber ceiling lining boards are starting to make a return to the custom home build design.  
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We use and recommend Ambassador stone an Australian company with some stunning stone. This photo shows Ambassadors Calacatta Kapak stone.
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Many of our clients ask about our display home furnishings and where we get them all from? We have numerous suppliers and one of them is Gainsville they offer cutting edge designs that suit our style.
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Have your own plans, yes we will build your custom home! Contact Berstan Homes today.
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National tiles are our preferred suppliers for amazing tiles and here is a perfect example and finished off with black tapware.
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Haymes paint Whites mood colour selection is a great way to colour your home with a warm mood feel.
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A perfect photo of a Boral Uno style roof tile which creates that flat slate look at a fraction of the cost of slate.
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A perfect photo of a Taya kitchen tap, we have found Taya tapware to stand the test of time and their timeless designs are very pleasing to our clients.
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Greys are in and here is a great example of how greys can look amazing.
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A perfect use of Austral bricks San Selmo Smoked bricks in a feature fireplace with outstanding results.
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A lovely combination of stone bench top and a warming timber cabinetry selection.
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