How To Choose The Perfect Rural Block For Your New Farmhouse  

So you’ve decided to build a home in the country – congratulations! Now the hard part – where will you build your home and what kind of block do you need? Here are some key tips from our team of luxury builders in Perth on how to choose the perfect rural block for your new… Continue reading How To Choose The Perfect Rural Block For Your New Farmhouse  

The Mid-century Home

Proof that great design is timeless… Look back at the designs and fashions over the last 50 to 60 years, and it’s easy to giggle. From cars to fashions to food and furnishings, we can think to ourselves, wow – haven’t we come a long way? But home designs? Wait a minute. When we look… Continue reading The Mid-century Home

Living with teens: vital elements to include in your new home

The Arthouse - JFK Custom Homes. Custom Home Builder Perth. Contemporary Home Design

Teenage years can be a troublesome time for your kids, but when it comes to home living, this tricky time can impact the whole family!   But with a little bit of clever thinking and planning of the design of your new home, you can keep your whole family happy , sane – and living… Continue reading Living with teens: vital elements to include in your new home

Building or buying: why building a house is the smartest (& most satisfying) move

Buying an existing home and building a house from scratch both have their advantages. But it’s worth weighing up the pros & cons to find the right option for you. For many, creating a new home design and starting afresh is the ideal move. Here’s why.   Eliminate the need for home renovations Renovations can… Continue reading Building or buying: why building a house is the smartest (& most satisfying) move

9 Tips to Home Building on a Narrow Block or Small Lot

If you’re planning on building a home in an inner city area or popular suburb, it’s quite likely you’ll be building on a small block. Narrow blocks and small lots are becoming increasingly common in Australia’s biggest cities, given the escalating land prices and push for urban infill. Consequently, many more small blocks are becoming… Continue reading 9 Tips to Home Building on a Narrow Block or Small Lot

How to choose the right block to build your home on

If you, like many Australians, have a deep desire to build your dream home, then finding the right block is a vitally important part of the process.   There’s no such thing as the perfect block of land. What’s right for one person may not be right for the next. Choosing your home is a… Continue reading How to choose the right block to build your home on

9 Must-Read Tips for Building a Two-Storey Home on a Small Block

  Two-storey homes in Perth are in demand – burgeoned by both the urban infill trend and soaring land prices. Let’s face it, if you want to live in an area buzzing with life or at the least, a suburb close to the city and decent amenities, chances are you won’t be able to afford… Continue reading 9 Must-Read Tips for Building a Two-Storey Home on a Small Block

13 must-have inclusions for your new Perth home

There’s nothing like a fresh slate, and when you’re building your new home, that’s exactly what you’ve got. Nothing’s been set in stone, giving you the freedom to create exactly what you want. So make the most of this precious opportunity and think carefully about including some of these popular Perth home design ideas. 1.… Continue reading 13 must-have inclusions for your new Perth home

How to Build the Perfect Home for Your Busy Family

You’ve got kids, you’ve got toys, you have dogs and loads of noise, so how do you build a house to contain the chaos and keep everyone happy? Careful planning – that’s how. Here are some essential tips you’ll be happy to know…   Choose the right neighbourhood To start things on the right foot,… Continue reading How to Build the Perfect Home for Your Busy Family

The Benefits Of Double Glazing

When you’re building a new custom home in Perth, you’ll might be thinking about making it as eco-friendly as possible. One of the best ways you can make your home energy efficient is by installing double glazing for your windows and doors. There are many benefits to installing double glazing in your home – let’s… Continue reading The Benefits Of Double Glazing