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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

For aspiring homeowners in Perth and the wider Southwest, designing a new home means balancing everyday comfort, rising construction...

Western Australia’s building system asks two different professionals to solve two different problems. A building designer shapes how a...