Design & Building Resources

5 Most Popular Home Facades
Plantation Homes explores the suite of popular façade options available and provides the expert tips and tricks in how to choose the ideal façade for your family home.
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electrical and lighting plan
In this article, we’ll go through helpful tips to know before your electrical appointment. read more »
3rd March 2021
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Colorbond vs Tile roof
Acting as the shield of your home, roofing protects your home from Australia’s fickle weather and unpredictable harsh elements, and plays a major part in how your home will look from the outside. read more »
17th February 2021
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Types of flooring for your home
Your home flooring should suit your lifestyle needs. Use this guide to help you choose the right type of flooring for your home. read more »
12th February 2021
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Open Floor Plans
Open floor plans combine two or more rooms, making the living space brighter and larger. Learn the pros and cons before deciding to adopt an open plan. read more »
3rd September 2020
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House Styles through History
House styles evolve due to economical, environmental, social & technological trends. Discover some of the most influential home designs in history here. read more »
28th July 2020
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Interest grows with HomeBuilder grant
The Federal Government is offering, until the end of 2020, a tax-free grant program to help the residential construction market to get through the Coronavirus pandemic. And it couldn’t have come at a better time! read more »
15th July 2020
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The grace of grey
Plantation Homes certainly knows their greys including what hues to choose from, which are on trend and where to inject grey in your home for that added flair. read more »
12th July 2020
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Multi-generational living with the Valletta
The Valletta is true celebration of the best in what diverse Queensland family living has to offer. It is a spacious and well-designed two-storey home which will suit families in all sorts of shapes, sizes and generations. read more »
6th July 2020
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Single storey vs double storey
Should you build a single storey or a double-storey home? Weigh the pros and cons of each with these 5 important factors. read more »
5th July 2020
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3 Sustainable Design Tips for a Healthy Home
To create the ultimate happy and healthy home, Plantation Design Studio Manager, Di Gaffney, shares her tips and tricks to help amplify the wellness of all family members by prioritising healthy and sustainable home habits. read more »
1st July 2020
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