In a concerning development for the Australian housing market, recent data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals that the country has fallen significantly short of its housing construction target. The Housing Industry Association’s (HIA) Senior Economist, Tom Devitt, highlighted that Australia initiated the construction of a mere 23,058 new houses in the September Quarter of 2023, marking the weakest quarter in over a decade and a substantial 21.6% decrease from the same…

Designer Shelley Boyd, founder of Boyd Blue on why you don’t need to leave home to have a great holiday. With interest rate rises and cost of living increases there is a growing trend towards ‘homecations’. All across the country, homes are being redesigned with a big emphasis on creating a resort-style, coastal vibe where everyone in the family can relax and embrace their increased home-time. Whether you live in an inner-city apartment or a…

Steve Graves is one of High Country Victoria’s most respected and awarded builders. His company Bright Alpine Builders has a long history of working with select-grade Australian hardwood timbers, crafting beautiful buildings which combine a carefully chosen range of structural components such as local granite, steel, concrete block, brick and other modern composites. The commercial accommodation and retail development, Art House Townhouses, situated in the CBD heart of Bright, Victoria, is a recently completed project…

In recent years standards in quality Australian architectural design have moved in positive leaps and bounds. Today, structures not only fit harmoniously within their surroundings, they are designed to be both ecologically and economically responsible as well as providing beauty and comfort for their occupants. One example that meets these high standards, combined with a creative flair for generously appointed luxury is High Country Victoria’s The Kiln Houses. A collection of three houses designed by…