Behind the Build: The Hottest Interior Design Trends of 2019
One of the biggest considerations that comes with constructing your own home is the interior design; should you stick with a classic look, opt for a modern design or go for something a little quirky? The sheer number of design principles can be overwhelming, so it...
Why do builders ask about my budget?
When the time comes to breathe new life into your home, whether to give your growing family space or to add a contemporary touch of luxury to your property, you’ll need to make a tough choice at the outset: Will you build a new home, renovate or extend? Making this...
Warm House, Cool House
A home’s comfort isn’t just reliant on the design of the spaces or the furniture – temperature control plays a huge part. After all, no-one will be happy with a house that swelters in the summer and freezes in the winter! Luckily, designing your home so that it is...
Engineering for New Home Additions and Renovations
A builder often calls on a number of experts throughout the renovation and addition process. From architects and building designers to engineers and surveyors, there are multiple helping hands that ensure your home is built to the highest standard. In Queensland, it...Recent News
Should I Renovate or Build New?
So many clients approach us with what we like to call the million-dollar...
Behind the Build: The Hottest Interior Design Trends of 2019
One of the biggest considerations that comes with constructing your own home is...
Why do builders ask about my budget?
When the time comes to breathe new life into your home, whether to give...
Warm House, Cool House
A home’s comfort isn’t just reliant on the design of the spaces or the...
Engineering for New Home Additions and Renovations
A builder often calls on a number of experts throughout the renovation and...
Working with structural engineers during your build
A structural engineer is an essential part of your building journey,...
What insurances do you require when building?
Insurance is such an important part of any building process. It covers you...
Building Designer or Architect? What to consider when choosing your Designer
McGowan Homes Interview with Arco Design (formally Gold Coast Building...
Love where you live? Four reasons to knock-down and rebuild.
There comes a time in most families’ lives where their current house is either...
Should I rely on a square metre rate?
Budgeting is one of the most important parts of building your new home....
Outdoor living rooms for winter
In Australia, we are blessed to have a comparatively temperate winter –...
Client Education is the key, do your research before building or renovating your home.
While most of us would love handing over our home, going on holiday and...