Reaching New Heights – Common Challenges of a Second-Story Extension

October 31, 2023

Adding a second story to your home can be an exciting and rewarding project, significantly expanding your living space, and enhancing your property’s value. However, like any major renovation, building up comes with its fair share of challenges. Here we will explore a few of the most common challenges of double story house extensions and…

Melbourne Home Extensions trends in 2023

September 20, 2023

As 2023 unfolds, the Melbourne housing market is witnessing a significant shift in the way families approach their homes. With changing lifestyles and evolving needs, more and more homeowners in Melbourne, Victoria opting for home renovations and extensions. This trend is driven by the desire to create more functional and personalized spaces while maximizing property…

Transforming Homes: Melbourne’s Flourishing Home Extension Market

September 4, 2023

  Melbourne, the vibrant heart of Victoria, Australia, is not only renowned for its culture, arts, and bustling city life, but also for its thriving real estate market. As families and homeowners seek to optimize their living spaces, the home extension market in Melbourne has seen remarkable growth from 2022 to 2023. With an increasing…

Top Tips for Renovating a Terrace House

June 7, 2023

Oozing charm, character, and historical significance, there’s something really special about Melbourne’s terrace houses. Featuring a decorative parapet, intricate balustrade, and elaborate detailing, individual terraces were designed to be appreciated on their own as much as part of a row. While beautiful on the outside, old terrace houses are often dark, narrow and feature a…

How to Make a Heritage Home More Energy Efficient

May 24, 2023

Australia has about 100,000 heritage-listed properties, and with their magnificent detail and abundance of charm, they can be easy to fall in love with. However, while the idea of owning a slice of local history can be very appealing, these homes were not designed or built with the same commitment to energy efficiency as today’s…

Use Vinyl Cladding or Timber for your Home Extension Building Project?

March 27, 2023

Home renovations can be a daunting task for many homeowners in Melbourne, Victoria. However, with the right planning and execution, a renovation can not only improve the functionality and aesthetic of a home but also increase its value. One of the most common and effective ways to renovate a home is by cladding the exterior.…

Heritage Overlay – Frequently Asked Questions

March 23, 2023

If you have a bought or are looking to buy a beautiful period home in Melbourne, it’s likely that you may have heard the terms ‘Heritage Overlay’ and ‘Heritage Listed’. If your home is under the heritage overlay, it’s important to understand what it means and what the implications might be for any future plans…

Home Extensions: 3 Key Areas of Melbourne that are Extending their Homes

January 17, 2023

The surges in property values over the years pushes homeowners to extend their Melbourne homes rather than put them on the market. The trend was highlighted in this article Property values in Melbourne have recorded about a five-fold increase over the past 30 years. Suburbs such as Box Hill, Kew and Aspendale top the list…

Building Upwards with Your Home Extension

August 2, 2022

What exactly is a second-story addition? Instead of building and expanding the footprint of a home, you build up in either a partial or full addition. Between the two, a full second-story means adding an entire new upper floor to your home. In this scenario, the roof is completely removed and transformed from a one-story…

Choosing the Right Windows for Your Home Renovation

July 1, 2022

Providing a practical source of light and ventilation, windows also play a vital role in the energy efficiency and overall aesthetics of your home. If you are planning a new extension or a home renovation, Brighton, Camberwell, Ivanhoe locals can rely on the team at Duncan Thompson Extensions for innovative designs, high quality craftsmanship and…