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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
Home extensions are the perfect way to add extra space or create a new room in your home without having to move. You can have an extension built by a company specializing in this type of work, but how do you know which company is best for you? If you’re considering adding an extension to…
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…
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…
If you have decided to renovate, you might be considering whether you should extend out or build up. While often the size of your land will be the deciding factor, if you have the space for either option, there’s a few important things to consider that will help you make the best decision for your…
With an average daily high of 20 degrees Celsius, Melbourne is one of the best cities in the world to own a pool. The beautiful weather is the reason that over 10% of Australians have a pool in their backyard. Anyone that works in Melbourne home design and is involved in renovations in Melbourne knows…
There is something incredibly rewarding about transforming a tired old heritage house into a beautiful and functional family home. Whether it’s a simple renovation or largescale home extension, Melbourne homeowners rely on Duncan Thompson Extensions for high quality craftsmanship, personalised customer service and impeccable attention to detail. Heritage building renovations are our specialty, our team…
