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Breeze blocks are back: Why Australia's DIY renovators are obsessed
Breeze blocks — those decorative concrete blocks that defined mid-century Australian architecture— are experiencing a major comeback in 2026. And it's not just nostalgia driving this design trend. DIY renovators and architects alike are rediscovering how breeze blocks solve real renovation challenges while creating stunning visual impact. With the help of The Breeze Block Company , who are helping with the revival in Australia, here’s what you need to know. Why breeze blocks
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Chanice and Spencer's Place: DIY couple's renovation built 77K Instagram following
Five minutes for forever. Catchy Australian power pop band name or four words that tell the story of one family’s life-changing decision? Ponder that for a second. And that’s just about how much time Chanice had to make the call that would change everything. Out on a hike with friends, the five-minute window to view a property in Oakbank was closing. Fast. "I said to my friends 'we're not going to make it',” Chanice recalls. “And I didn’t even really care at the time.” But t
Sep 18, 20253 min read


Paolo's Place: Architect trades bedroom for Red Gum tree views in 1960s apartment renovation
Some people fall in love with an elegant kitchen. Others are swayed by spacious bedrooms or luxury bathrooms . Not Paolo – he fell in...
Jun 26, 20254 min read


Isy and Cat's place: Bringing a Mexican inspired backyard swimming pool idea to life
Let’s play a game. It’s called bucket list Mexican holiday resort or suburban Adelaide backyard? Round 1… Of course, it’s a suburban...
Mar 2, 20252 min read


Sundance: The renovation of a passive solar house in the Adelaide Hills
At times, someone working on-site would feel hot breath on the back of their necks. Rather than a client, architect, or project manager,...
Feb 6, 20245 min read


Best front verge garden ideas: How to activate sustainably
Not long ago, we set out to activate our front verge. We were sick of driving past other houses on the street and seeing a simple, yet...
Oct 3, 20232 min read
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