Build Your Home Blog

A collection of articles, tips and guides for those looking to build a new home.

How to Get a Building Permit in Melbourne

Carmel Homes

Aug 87 min read

How to Get a Building Permit in Melbourne

Building your dream home or renovating your property in Melbourne is an exciting venture.

Carmel Homes

May 95 min read

Is a Knock Down Rebuild Worth It?

Thinking about completely transforming your living space? A knock down rebuild might be an option you're considering.

How much does it cost to knock down and rebuild?

Carmel Homes

Apr 34 min read

How much does it cost to knock down and rebuild?

Knocking down your existing home and rebuilding on the same block can be an exhilarating endeavor.

Carmel Homes

Mar 25 min read

How much are custom home plans?

The cost of custom home plans is a crucial consideration in the journey of building your dream home.

How much does it cost to build a French Provincial House?

Carmel Homes

Feb 217 min read

How much does it cost to build a French Provincial House?

Dreaming of a French Provincial home? Embrace its elegance but be prepared for all the cost considerations.

Challenges for Building a Luxury Custom Home: Potential Obstacles During Construction

Carmel Homes

Oct 11, 20239 min read

Challenges for Building a Luxury Custom Home: Potential Obstacles During Construction

Building a custom home is the ultimate expression of your personal taste and vision.

Carmel Homes

Oct 10, 20239 min read

Is it cheaper to build up or out?

Thinking about giving your home a facelift or adding some space? Should you reach for the sky and add another floor or stretch outwards?

What is the timeline for building a luxury custom home?

Carmel Homes

Sep 14, 20234 min read

What is the timeline for building a luxury custom home?

Embarking on the journey of building a luxury custom home is an exciting endeavor.

Is it cheaper to build or buy a house in Melbourne?

Carmel Homes

Jun 6, 20233 min read

Is it cheaper to build or buy a house in Melbourne?

Both options come with their own sets of pros and cons, so it ultimately depends on your unique circumstances and requirements.

Carmel Homes

Mar 18, 202314 min read

Can you design your house from scratch?

With the help of some simple tips, designing and building your home can be a fun and easy process

Why is it Important to Choose a Builder Near Me?

Carmel Homes

Nov 17, 20226 min read

Why is it Important to Choose a Builder Near Me?

Working with a local builder can improve both the quality of the construction work and your experience of the build.

What is the Difference Between Prime Cost and Provisional Sum in Construction?

Carmel Homes

Nov 9, 20225 min read

What is the Difference Between Prime Cost and Provisional Sum in Construction?

When you're constructing a new home, there are many different costs that you'll need to keep track of.

Carmel Homes

Nov 6, 20226 min read

Is it Cheaper to Custom Build?

We will explore how build costs are calculated and compare the cost structures of different builders.

The Dos and Don’ts of Choosing a Builder

Carmel Homes

Oct 1, 20226 min read

The Dos and Don’ts of Choosing a Builder

Here we take a closer look at what the dos and don'ts of choosing a builder and share our advice on choosing the best builder for you.

Carmel Homes

Jul 16, 20223 min read

7 Things to Look for in a Builder

When researching potential builders, there are a few main things you should be focusing on. Here is our top 7 things to look for.

Carmel Homes

Jun 8, 20226 min read

What is design to build process?

If you have not done it before, building a new home can seem like an extremely complicated undertaking.

How Much to Knockdown and Rebuild a House?

Carmel Homes

Jun 5, 20226 min read

How Much to Knockdown and Rebuild a House?

There are many good reasons knockdown rebuilds have become a popular choice for those looking to build a new home.

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1300 79 28 29
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Melbourne Custom Home Builder
Design and Build
Knockdown and Rebuild
French Provincial Homes
Modern Custom Home Designs
Dual Occupancy
Sloping Block Solutions

Luxury on a Budget
Full Service Project Management
Home Designs and House Plans
About Carmel Homes
Cost of Building Custom Homes
Features of French Provincial Home
Mixing French Provincial & Modern

Luxury Custom Homes
Sal De Vie
Mon Amour
Le Beau Maison
Cielo
Wattle
La Lumière

Build Your Home Blog

A collection of articles, tips and guides for those looking to build a new home.

Call Us for a Free Consultation

Contact Carmel Homes Melbourne Design & Build Office 1129 Toorak Road, Camberwell 1300 79 28 29 Sydney Design Office Brisbane Design Office Adelaide Design Office Perth Design Office

Melbourne Custom Home Builder Design and Build Knockdown and Rebuild French Provincial Homes Modern Custom Home Designs Dual Occupancy Sloping Block Solutions

Luxury on a Budget Full Service Project Management Home Designs and House Plans About Carmel Homes Cost of Building Custom Homes Features of French Provincial Home Mixing French Provincial & Modern

Luxury Custom Homes Sal De Vie Mon Amour Le Beau Maison Cielo Wattle La Lumière

Contact Carmel Homes
Melbourne Design & Build Office
1129 Toorak Road, Camberwell
1300 79 28 29
Sydney Design Office
Brisbane Design Office
Adelaide Design Office
Perth Design Office

Melbourne Custom Home Builder
Design and Build
Knockdown and Rebuild
French Provincial Homes
Modern Custom Home Designs
Dual Occupancy
Sloping Block Solutions

Luxury on a Budget
Full Service Project Management
Home Designs and House Plans
About Carmel Homes
Cost of Building Custom Homes
Features of French Provincial Home
Mixing French Provincial & Modern

Luxury Custom Homes
Sal De Vie
Mon Amour
Le Beau Maison
Cielo
Wattle
La Lumière