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For many owners and managers, Perth commercial property compliance has felt relatively stable over the past few years. That period of calm is coming to an end. The Australian Building Codes Board  Board has confirmed the National Construction Code (NCC) 2025 will be published on 1 February 2026, with states and territories able to consider adoption from 1 May 2026. If you are planning a refurbishment, extension, or new build in 2026, now is the time to check whether your curr

Designing a home isn’t about choosing a façade and filling rooms until it works. It’s about understanding how you live, how the site performs, and how current regulations shape what can be approved and built. A well-considered custom home design brings these elements together early, reducing wasted space, unnecessary cost, and future compromises. At North Coast Design, we approach residential design with a strong focus on functionality, compliance, and long-term comfort — not

A narrow house is a home designed for a slim block, commonly found in established suburbs and infill developments. Instead of spreading across the site, it builds vertically, uses light-filled voids and courtyards, and treats circulation carefully so spaces feel open rather than tight. When designed well, narrow homes deliver strong everyday comfort and efficient running costs, particularly when guided by passive design principles suited to Australian conditions. Why narrow h

Net-zero homes have quickly evolved from a niche concept into a practical design pathway for many Australian projects. Rising energy prices, pressure on household budgets and national emissions goals are reshaping expectations of what a typical home should achieve. The National Construction Code (NCC 2022) now requires most new homes to reach at least 7 stars under NatHERS, lifting the baseline for thermal performance and energy efficiency. Alongside this, Australia’s commitm