Extension and deck nearing completion Last week I visited the site to check on progress. Upright Building Services are working… Read more Project update – Raoul Place
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Planning approvals for a roofed pergola on a corner block
Recently, I helped a home owner in Calwell with retrospective planning approvals for a large pergola. Because the pergola was… Read more Planning approvals for a roofed pergola on a corner block
Planning approvals to raise the garage roof of a 70s townhouse
Recently, I helped Nigel from Gotha Carpentry & Construction with his project to modify the garage of a 1970s Willemsen… Read more Planning approvals to raise the garage roof of a 70s townhouse
Project update – Foveaux Street
Another one my of designs is being constructed by Upright Building Services. This extension to a heritage house in Ainslie… Read more Project update – Foveaux Street
Project update – Granny flat completed in Kambah
A two-bedroom granny flat I designed for an owner builder in Kambah is now finished. The 77m² secondary dwelling transforms… Read more Project update – Granny flat completed in Kambah
Project update – Raoul Place
This month Dale and his crew from Upright Building Services started a small extension in Lyons. For this extension I… Read more Project update – Raoul Place
Planning a home extension and wondering about the cost?
It’s a common question for homeowners. To help you get started, I’ve created a simple app: The Canberra Extension Calculator.… Read more Planning a home extension and wondering about the cost?
A short guide to attics in Canberra
Attics are an exiting and cost-effective way to add space to your Canberra home. If you’re building new or extending attics can transform unused roof space into a valuable storage or living area.
‘Missing Middle Housing Reforms’ will dramatically change the planning rules
The ACT Government’s “missing middle reforms” aim to dramatically increase dwelling densities in established suburbs. In its current form, the… Read more ‘Missing Middle Housing Reforms’ will dramatically change the planning rules
Project updates – Completed at the start of 2025
It’s very satisfying to see projects completed. Here are a couple of images from the most recently finsihed projects; Jordan… Read more Project updates – Completed at the start of 2025