How To Renovate Tash South

Send us a Text Message.This week we’re talking planning permissionStarting a home renovation project can be an exhilarating experience, but the bureaucratic hurdles of the planning permission process can often be off-putting. In this episode, I’ll go over 5 things you can do to help secure that all-important permission that will allow you to start building your dream home. We’ll cover why it’s important to do your research and why communication is crucial. Join me inside to ge...

Send us a Text Message.Living onsite during a reno is tough!In this episode I chat through 7 things you can do to prepare for your home reno to start onsite - including the dilemma of whether to stay put or decamp during a renovation?It’s a big decision, because staying could save you money, but leaving could save your sanity!I’m also sharing stories of living through my own renovations in a home-turned-construction site, from falling debris to washing my hair in a bucket! 😂Join me insid...

Send us a Text Message.Feeling odd? It’s probably the lighting. Have you ever flipped the switch on in a room only to find it feeling odd, but you’re not quite sure why? It’s probably the lighting – badly planned!Well planned lighting is one of those things that will give your project that considered feel – it’s that intangible element - where the space has a beautiful atmosphere and you just feel automatically relaxed and comfortable in it. Of course you want ambience, but the lighting ...

Send us a Text Message.This one’s a biggie – are you ready?Getting realistic quotes for your project is make-or-break, but without strong guidance from you, builders quotes can come in vastly differently, and an underestimated quote can lead to tense relationships onsite, stressful budget overruns and unmet expectations.In this episode, I cover three very important things you should do to secure as precise a builder quote as possible. Style boards make an unexpected appearance, but you’ll be ...

Send us a Text Message.Do I really need an architect? It’s one of the first questions I’m asked when carrying out initial renovation consultancy meetings. While hiring an architect is optional, there are many benefits to having one on board. From quality of design to guidance with the potentially tricky planning application process.In this episode I dissect 3 examples of when you do, and 2 examples of when you might not need an architect. So if you’re currently wrestling with ...

Send us a Text Message.This week we’re back to budgets!If you’re thinking of renovating but unsure about where to pour in the cash, or tighten the purse strings? Then this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through 4 things to splurge on, and 4 things to save on.I’ll cover the crucial areas you should spend on and in this episode I share some of my reno cost-cutting secrets.To ensure your renovation project is both financially shrewd and stunningly executed, join me inside! *********...