Build Your Home Blog

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

Embracing a blend of classic and contemporary design

Carmel Homes

Dec 28 min read

Embracing a blend of classic and contemporary design

When it comes to creating a space that truly feels like home, there’s something magical about blending classic and contemporary styles.

Unleash Your Backyard's Potential: Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Designer

Carmel Homes

Jun 105 min read

Unleash Your Backyard's Potential: Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Landscape Designer

Does your backyard hold untapped potential?

Carmel Homes

May 149 min read

What is my ideal architectural style?

Your dream home is a reflection of your taste and personality. But with so many styles to choose from, how do you narrow it down?

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.

5 Bedroom Floor Plans and House Designs - 6 Must Know Tips

Carmel Homes

Feb 136 min read

5 Bedroom Floor Plans and House Designs - 6 Must Know Tips

Designing a 5-bedroom home means more than arranging rooms and picking furnishings—it's about crafting a space catering to your lifestyle.

Carmel Homes

Jan 78 min read

What is considered landscape design?

Let's dive into the world of landscape design, where we blend nature and human creativity to create awesome outdoor spaces.

What are the 6 principles of landscape design?

Carmel Homes

Dec 6, 20236 min read

What are the 6 principles of landscape design?

Ready to dive into the world of landscaping and transform your outdoor space into a masterpiece?

Modern home design ideas and inspiration

Carmel Homes

Dec 1, 20237 min read

Modern home design ideas and inspiration

Modern home design is like the lovechild of German and Scandinavian styles, keeping things chill and clutter-free.

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?

Unlocking the Beauty of Natural Lighting in Home Design

Carmel Homes

Jul 11, 20236 min read

Unlocking the Beauty of Natural Lighting in Home Design

Illuminating Spaces with Elegance

Do you contact a builder or architect first

Carmel Homes

May 31, 20235 min read

Do you contact a builder or architect first

When it comes to home improvement, many people are unsure of whether they should get a builder or an architect first.

Carmel Homes

Nov 26, 20228 min read

High-End Home Finishes 2022

In 2022, high-end finishes have been the standard in homes.

French Provincial Kitchens | The Dos and Don’ts

Carmel Homes

Nov 24, 20226 min read

French Provincial Kitchens | The Dos and Don’ts

With so much riding on getting it right, how do you go about designing a great French Provincial kitchen?

Do I Need a Formal Lounge in My New Home?

Carmel Homes

Oct 17, 20226 min read

Do I Need a Formal Lounge in My New Home?

Once a staple of any new home’s design, formal lounge rooms seem to have somewhat fallen out of fashion.

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

Sep 10, 20226 min read

Seven Bathroom Trends to Look Out For

A closer look at some of the latest bathroom trends and explore why they have become so popular.

Carmel Homes

Jul 28, 20226 min read

What Makes a Home French Provincial?

From the grand scale to the ornate touches, we believe there is a lot to love about French Provincial homes.

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.

Build Your Home Blog

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Design and Build
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French Provincial Homes
Modern Custom Home Designs
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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