So much thought goes into designing a home, creative architects will look at the way in which your family will live in your home both now and into the future. Technology now plays a very big part of our family life, however, 10 years ago it was still a relatively new creation that we used…Continue Reading
I think working with your partner gets a lot of bad press, but I’ve generally found working with my partner to be one of my favourite things about what I do. While our working direction has changed significantly over the last few years, we still work together on a daily basis and challenges aside, I…Continue Reading
Ok, so it really doesn’t feel like Autumn here in Brisbane yet, we’re in the middle of a March heatwave! But it won’t be long, and the days will be noticeably shorter and the air will become a little cooler. When that does happen, you’ll want to be prepared with some easy updates for your…Continue Reading
Happy International Women’s Day. Today I am heading out to celebrate with a room full of inspiring women, who either work in construction or are closely related to it. 10 years ago these type of events didn’t exist for women in construction. We were an unrecognized segment of the industry. This most likely will be…Continue Reading
We haven’t had a good update here on The Builder’s Wife for some time, and yet there have been so many changes! If I were honest, we’ve been hiding a bit and I’ve not felt up to sharing as much personally as I have over the years. I did share a little of the
I love to read, something I love more than reading though, is having a dedicated reading nook. While being spoilt at Pen Y Llechwedd with having the choice between a whole room to read in, or window seats to read on, this is not always achievable or practical in a family home. Instead of a…Continue Reading
Another reader question to be answered today, with one reader asking about what options there are for closing in your verandah. It is not always possible for us to extend our homes, but when thinking a little creatively you can make extra space out of what you already have in your home, like closing in…Continue Reading